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WE ARE EXPERTS
Ninety-six years of trusted forensic engineering experience handling complex losses globally and in the most insured and litigious markets in the world. We determine cause, quantum and mitigation of loss to help our clients make decisions with confidence.
Chris Giffin, P.Eng.
CEO, Haag Canada
A respected name in the industry and a proven leader among clients and colleagues alike, Chris Giffin (P.Eng) has devoted his entire career to the forensic engineering field. The opportunity to lead Haag’s expansion into Canada marks what many would agree is a natural progression of his talent. Having founded and led one of Canada’s most prominent engineering consultancy firms for over 18 years, it follows that Giffin was selected to lead the Canadian-based operations of Haag, one of the world’s most respected firms. Chris intends to introduce his clients to an unrivaled level of service, depth and talent as he continues to build Haag Canada’s presence from coast-to-coast.
Sasa Dzekic, M.Eng., P.Eng.
Sr. Civil/Structural Engineer, Haag Canada
Success is counted not just in the years dedicated to a profession, but in the sheer scope of work that clients are willing to entrust to a professional. By that measure, Sasa Dzekic joins Haag Canada as a highly accomplished engineer. His contributions to over 1,000 forensic engineering cases speaks to a storied career between his early years in Europe, to his eventual relocation to Canada in 1995. With experience working on issues relating to structural design and forensic engineering assessment, Sasa is a valued contributor to Haag Canada’s consulting arm and a testament to the calibre of the organization’s qualified experts.
Peter Ostrowski, M.Sc., M.Eng., Ph.D., P.Eng.
Sr. Structural Engineer, Haag Canada
Thoroughly understanding the high-level magnitude and low-level details that contribute to large loss cases is among our foremost talents at Haag Canada, and it’s seasoned engineers like Dr. Peter K. Ostrowski who reinforce our leadership role in the discipline. A structural engineer who specializes in steel structures, design of long span roofs, tall buildings, welding and design of special tools and lifting equipment, Peter brings tremendous experience to Haag’s forensic engineering services. Ostrowski offers particular expertise in structural engineering, nuclear systems, temporary structures in construction, piping support failures and industrial accidents (notably cranes and lifting equipment). He’s also trained as an Apparent Cause Evaluator, Root Cause Investigator and Welding Design Engineer.
Patrick Foisey
Senior Building Envelope Expert & Appraiser
The incidence of catastrophic events appears evermore common these days, which makes Patrick Foisey’s talent for response and damage assessment services all the more valued. As a senior inspection and property insurance appraisal professional he has provided support to the insurance industry in the wake of wildfires, tornados, ice storms, flooding and more. Regarded as a leading educator in the industry concerning issues around construction, inspections and pre/post-loss property appraisals, Patrick’s 30+ years of experience are a key strength on the Haag Canada team.
Areas of Service
Expertise in the full range of engineering loss services ensures Haag Canada delivers precisely what our clients need.
Count on us for:
Forensic Engineering
Understanding the contributing factors of root cause of a loss allows for the determination of liability by our client or the trier of fact. Such determinations often require a multi-disciplinary investigation of design, construction, manufacture, operation, maintenance and environmental aspects of a loss.
Loss Remediation and Mitigation
Once a loss has occurred the first priority is safety and the mitigation of damages. Business interruption damages often eclipse the physical damages. Haag has the design and operational expertise to ensure all damages are mitigated while ensuring that forensic evidence is not compromised.
Physical Damage Quantification and Appraisal
The quantification of physical damages is critical to the process of claims adjustment. Haag’s expertise in the specification of the best and most cost-effective mitigation strategies strongly positions us to provide for the accurate quantification and/or effective appraisal of the physical damage.
Risk and Project Management
The Haag Canada Risk and Project Management team leverages our design, construction and environmental expertise to manage risks and potential liabilities for owners, contractors, financiers, legal, insurance, government and other stakeholders. Our collaborative multi-disciplinary approach ensures the most successful solutions throughout the life cycle of a project.
Areas of Expertise
Within our core service offering, Haag Canada provides a broad offering of engineering expertise, including:
- Civil / Structural
- Construction
- Natural Catastrophe
- Cranes & Aerial Lifts
- Heavy Equipment
- Geotechnical & Mining
- Environmental / Health & Safety
- Infrastructure
- Mechanical
- Materials
- Electrical and Electronics
- Electric Power and Machinery
- Chemical
- Industrial
- Marine
Haag Global Divisions
To support Haag Global’s suite of services, we have developed sector specific divisions to provide the most in-depth loss engineering services available. This includes:
Haag has been providing education services in Canada since 2013. Our engineers have developed extensive training that includes certification, tools and resources in:
- Residential / Commercial Roof Inspection
- Building Envelope
- Natural Catastrophe (Earthquake, Wind, Wave)
Dedicated teams that combine specialized skills and advanced technology to provide comprehensive assessments and incisive reporting. Services include:
- Laser Scanning & 3D Documentation
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Roof Material and insulation testing, hail simulation, impact testing and analysis recognized by the International Accreditation Service (IAS):
- Building Envelope Material Testing
- Wind Simulation
- Impact Testing for building envelope and other materials
- Insulation R-value testing
Contact Us
Our Office
365 Bay Street, 7th Floor
Toronto ON, M5E 2V1
webcontact@haagglobal.com
1-800-527-0168 (Toll Free)
416-917-4141 (Main)
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