OFSEC: OMAN’S ONLY AND MOST COMPREHENSIVE SUMMIT AND EXPO ON FIRE, SAFETY AND SECURITY
OFSEC 2024 will bring together local and international participants who will showcase their avant-garde solutions, specific transverse and latest technologies, cutting edge innovations, cost-effective products and services to meet the requirements of governments, businesses, industrial & commercial entities, aviation, construction, infrastructure, transportation, manufacturing, oil and gas and utilities sectors.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Health & Safety Protocols - ALL SECURE
During these challenging times, our commitment to delivering exceptional live in-person events that support economic growth and recovery, will be reinforced by us.
Your health and safety is our top priority.
All Secure protocol is intended to protect our partners, exhibitors, visitors, delegates, colleagues and contractors.
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Steering Committee
David Campbell
General Manager
Emirates Safety Laboratory (ESL)
David Campbell
General Manager
Emirates Safety Laboratory (ESL)
David Campbell is General Manager for Dubai Civil Defence’s Emirates Safety Laboratory, educated in Applied Sciences - Fire Technology, Fire Engineering and Environmental Sciences – Natural Resource Management and Digital Transformations.
He has 33 years working experience in the sector of which the past 13 years supporting the Testing Inspection and Certification (TIC) industry of Middle East region.
He manages a TIC business for Electrical Safety and Fire Compliance (active and passive systems), Testing, Inspection, Certification, Technical Assessments, and Advisory Services.
Speakers
Eng. Ali Mohammed Saif AL-Saidi
Occupational Health & Safety Inspector
Muscat Municipality
Eng. Ali Mohammed Saif AL-Saidi
Occupational Health & Safety Inspector
Muscat Municipality
My name is Ali Alsaidi; I am always strive to participate in conferences and workshops that reflects my area of study i.e. Fire Safety Engineering and Health, Safety & Environment management and International disaster management that provides me many opportunities to carve out the niche for personal, professional.
Moreover, to further improve the general system of safety and planning to prevent fire occurrences and so on. Having recently obtained my Bachelor Degree with Honours in Fire Safety Engineering (University of Central Lancashire; UK) and, Postgraduate study in International Disaster Management( University of Manchester, UK) , I have already acquired the necessary skills and knowledge during my study, I wish to bring my knowledge, skills and in the 8th Oman Fire Safety & Security Event 2024.
During the past few years, I have attended various seminars and training which have provided me with extensive knowledge regarding organizational operations. I have also studied various specialized courses, which have increased my knowledge and skillset to a great extent. Motivation, punctuality and commitment towards my work have always enabled me to accomplish the goals I have set in life.
Kevan Whitehead
Managing Director
Unity Fire & Safety Services LLC
Kevan Whitehead
Managing Director
Unity Fire & Safety Services LLC
Kevan Whitehead is owner and Managing Director of Unity Fire and Safety Services LLC, based in Muscat in the Sultanate of Oman. The key areas of focus are the provision of professional Fire Firefighters, Consultancy, Training and Firefighting Equipment/PPE.
A career Fire Officer with over 40-years’ experience in both municipal and industrial fire services with significant involvement in Europe, the Middle East and the USA. A recognised specialist and expert in Firefighters PPE and Firefighting Foam.
He has been active in challenging the environmental impact of firefighting foam for over two decades and has co-organised five international conferences to debate and challenge the status quo.
Steve Watkins
Business Development Manager / Senior Consultant
RelyOn Nutec Fire Academy
Steve Watkins
Business Development Manager / Senior Consultant
RelyOn Nutec Fire Academy
TOPIC : Emergency Response Planning and Competencies
Steve Watkins brings over two decades of extensive experience as a seasoned Senior Fire Officer and emergency expert to the table. With a remarkable career spanning over 15 years in the Fire Service and 25 years with RelyOn Nutec, Steve has demonstrated unwavering commitment and expertise in the field of Emergency Response. Steve has played a pivotal role in supporting numerous Oil and Gas Emergency Response organizations in developing comprehensive training programs and incident pre-planning strategies.
Daniel Ford
Associate Director - Fire and Life Safety
WSP
Daniel Ford
Associate Director - Fire and Life Safety
WSP
TOPIC : Implementation of Fire Strategy in Design
Daniel has worked in the Middle East for 15 years developing fire strategies for some of the most complex structures in the region. He has widespread understanding of fire, holding both Bachelors and Master’s degree in Fire Safety Engineering.
Daniel develops designs for buildings and infrastructure projects, recently completing the Dubai Metro Route 2020 extension. He is a committee member of NFPA 101/ NFPA 5000 for Business and Mercantile Occupancies.
Daniel has undertaken supervision of notable projects and strives to ensure issues raised during construction and resolved during the design of projects, to ensure a smooth handover and user experience.