Ralph Bless
About Ralph Bless
Ralph Bless is the Executive Vice President at Telgian Engineering & Consulting, LLC, with extensive experience in fire protection engineering and a strong background in professional standards. He holds multiple certifications and actively participates in various NFPA committees, contributing to the development of fire protection standards and codes.
Current Role at Telgian Engineering & Consulting
Ralph Bless serves as the Executive Vice President at Telgian Engineering & Consulting, LLC, a position he has held since 2023. He operates from the Atlanta, Georgia office. In this role, he oversees various engineering and consulting initiatives, leveraging his extensive experience in fire protection engineering.
Previous Positions at Telgian
Prior to his current role, Ralph Bless worked at Telgian in several capacities. He was the Executive Vice President of the Professional Solutions Division from 2008 to 2012 and served as Vice President of Account Management from 2013 to 2023. His tenure in these roles contributed to the growth and development of the company's service offerings in fire protection.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Ralph Bless studied at Fullerton College from 1983 to 1987. He holds a Professional Engineer (PE) registration in six states, indicating a broad geographical expertise in fire protection engineering. Additionally, he is certified as a NICET Senior Engineering Technician (IV) in Water Based System Layout and as a NICET Associate Engineering Technician (II) in Special Hazards, Fire Alarm, and Inspection and Testing.
Involvement in Professional Organizations
Ralph Bless is an active member of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the Society of Fire Protection Engineers. He chairs the NFPA 232 Committee on Record Storage, focusing on fire protection standards for record storage facilities. He also serves as an alternate member on the NFPA 13 AUT-SSD Committee and the NFPA 15 Committee on Water Spray Systems.
Contributions to Fire Protection Standards
Ralph Bless has made significant contributions to the field of fire protection engineering. He is a major contributor to published NFPA Handbooks and is involved in the NFPA code development process. His expertise is recognized through his certification as a Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) and his designation as a Certified Engineering Technician (SET).