EFI Global taps new experts for forensic engineering team

EFI Global taps new experts for forensic engineering team | Insurance Business Canada

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They will help bolster service offerings in Ontario

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Mika Pangilinan

EFI Global, which is part of Sedgwick, has announced the addition of three new experts to its forensic engineering and fire investigation team in Ontario.

Gregory Terlecky and Siroos Shariati have joined the firm’s Richmond Hill office, while Amir Mirarab will be based in Timmins.

Dr. Ahmad Shahroodi, assistance vice president for central Canada, said the appointments will bolster EFI Global’s investigative services in the greater Toronto area and northern Ontario.

“Adding Gregory, Amir and Siroos to our ranks significantly strengthens our forensic team in Ontario,” said Shahroodi. “Having such a high level of expertise in the greater Toronto area will enable us to provide robust, knowledge-based investigation services to our valuable clients. Also, having forensic expertise and a physical presence in Timmins will allow EFI Global to offer prompt response times and cost-effective engineering and environmental services in northern Ontario.”

The new members of EFI Global’s Ontario team

Terlecky, a senior fire and explosion investigator, has over 24 years of experience in fire and emergency services. He was formerly with the Chicago Fire Department and was responsible for overseeing the training and development of a 32-member fire investigation unit. His expertise extends to assisting law enforcement agencies, fire departments, and the insurance industry in determining the causes and origins of numerous fires. He has also served as an expert witness in court.

Shariati is a structural forensic engineer with a background in structural analysis, design, and project management. His experience spans residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Additionally, he is experienced with securing building permits and liaising with municipal authorities to expedite clients’ reconstruction processes. He holds a bachelor’s and master’s degrees in civil engineering from Concordia University in Montreal.

Mirarab is also a structure forensic investigator. His expertise encompasses concrete material mix design, quality control, rebar inspection, steel fabrication, and construction project management. He holds a master’s degree in structural engineering from York University in Toronto, and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Toronto Metropolitan University.

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