Wildland Training (FFT2) for Structural Firefighters, G-130
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Wildland Training (FFT2) for Structural Firefighters G-130 Instructor Guide SEPTEMBER 2008 Wildland Training (FFT2) for Structural Firefighters G-130 Instructor Guide SEPTEMBER 2008 Sponsored for NWCG publication by the NWCG Training Working Team. The use of trade, firm, or corporation names in this publication is for the information and convenience of the reader and does not constitute an endorsement by the National Wildfire Coordinating Group of any product or service to the exclusion of others that may be suitable. Comments regarding the content of this publication should be directed to: National Interagency Fire Center, Fire Training, 3833 S. Development Ave., Boise, Idaho 83705. E-mail: [email protected]. NWCG TRAINING WORKING TEAM POSITION ON COURSE PRESENTATION AND MATERIALS The recommended hours listed in the FMCG are developed by Subject Matter Experts based on their estimation of the time required to present all material needed to adequately teach the unit and course objectives. The hours listed may vary slightly due to factors such as number of students, types and complexity of course activities, and the addition of local materials. NWCG is aware that there have been courses presented in an abbreviated form, varying greatly from the recommended course hours. Instructors and students are cautioned that in order to be recognized as an NWCG certified course, certain guidelines must be followed: • Lead instructors are encouraged to enhance course materials to reflect the conditions, resources and policies of the local unit and area as long as the objectives of the course and each unit are not compromised. • Exercises can be modified to reflect local fuel types, resources and conditions where the student will be likely to fill incident assignments. The objectives and intent of the exercises must remain intact. • Test questions may be added that reflect any local information that may have been added to the course. However, test questions in the certified course materials should not be deleted to ensure the accurate testing of course and unit objectives. • Test grades, to determine successful completion of the course, shall be based only on the questions in the certified course materials. If lead instructors feel that any course materials are inaccurate, that information should be submitted by e-mail to NWCG Fire Training at [email protected]. Materials submitted will be evaluated and, where and when appropriate, incorporated into the appropriate courses. COURSE LENGTH FOR NWCG COURSES If a course is available through PMS, the recommended course hours and the “NWCG Position on Course Presentation and Materials” will be adhered to by the course instructors. • Unit times represent the allotted time to teach the unit and complete the exercises, simulations, and tests. • Recommended course hours are given to help the students and the course coordinator with planning travel, room reservations, and facilities usage. This represents the time estimated to present the NWCG provided materials including time for breaks, lunch periods, set-up for field exercises or simulations, etc. • Actual times for both the unit and the course may vary based on number of students, types and complexity of course activities, and the addition of local instructional materials. If the course is not available through PMS, e.g., L-380, and has been developed using NWCG course criteria, minimum course hour requirements have been established and must be adhered to by the course developer and course instructors. Course hours for all NWCG courses can be found in the Field Manager’s Course Guide (http:// www.nwcg.gov/pms/training/fmcg.pdf). If the hours are a minimum versus recommended they will be stated as such. PREFACE Wildland Training (FFT2) for Structural Firefighters, G-130, is identified training in the National Wildfire Coordination Group’s (NWCG), Wildland and Prescribed Fire Curriculum. This course was developed from the Skills Crosswalk, in cooperation with the United States Fire Administration (USFA) and other parties, and funded by the USFA. All work was completed with the coordination and assistance of personnel from the following organizations: United States Fire Administration International Association of Fire Chiefs National Fire Protection Association State Fire Training Directors NWCG Training Working Team National Association of State Foresters The NWCG appreciates the efforts of these personnel and all who have contributed to the development of this training product. i ii CONTENTS PREFACE ................................................................................................................... i INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................... 1 COURSE INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................................................... 3 UNITS OF INSTRUCTION Unit 0 – Introduction .................................................................................... 0.1 Unit 1 – Basic Concepts of Wildland Fire ..................................................... 1.1 Principles of Wildland Fire Behavior Unit 2 – Topographic Influences ................................................................... 2.1 Unit 3 – Fuels ................................................................................................ 3.1 Unit 4 – Weather ............................................................................................ 4.1 Unit 5 – Safety ............................................................................................... 5.1 Risk Management Unit 6 – Watchout Situations and Fire Orders ............................................... 6.1 Unit 7 – LCES ................................................................................................ 7.1 Unit 8 – Fire Shelters ..................................................................................... 8.1 Unit 9 – Potential Hazards and Human Factors on the Fireline .................... 9.1 Unit 10 – Suppression .................................................................................. 10.1 Unit 11 – Firing Devices .............................................................................. 11.1 Unit 12 – Mop up and Securing the Fireline ............................................... 12.1 Unit 13 – Wildland Hose and Hose Lays .................................................... 13.1 Unit 14 – Transportation Safety Procedures ................................................ 14.1 APPENDIX A – Course Ordering and Support Information ................................ A.1 iii iv INTRODUCTION Wildland Training for Structural Firefighters Gap Courses The Wildland Training for Structural Firefighters gap courses were designed to help structural firefighters learn the critical wildland firefighting skills needed to be safe and effective in either of two situations: when making an initial attack on a wildland fire in their jurisdiction or when working with state and federal wildland firefighter agencies. The courses focus on “gaps” in knowledge or experience of structural firefighters and fire officers in meeting the qualifications as specified by NFPA 1001 and NFPA 1021, respectively, or the training standard determined by the Authority Having Jurisdiction. The four gap courses reflect increased level of skill and responsibility. The table below lists the course, the target audience for the course, and the equivalent NWCG position. Gap Course Structural Fire Counterpart Entering NWCG Position Position Qualifications #1 Non-Supervisory Meets NFPA Firefighter 2 Structural Firefighter, 1001 for (FFT2)* Basic Firefighter 1, or equivalency #2 Non-Supervisory Meets NFPA Firefighter 1 Structural Firefighter, 1001 for (FFT1)* Advanced Firefighter 2, or equivalency #3 Driver/Operator/Engineer Meets NFPA Single-Engine or Company Officer 1021 for Fire Resource Boss Officer 1, or (ENGB) equivalency #4 Experienced Lieutenants, Meets NFPA Strike Team Captains, Chief Officers 1021 for Fire Leader (STEN) Officer, or equivalency *NWCG firefighter position designations 1 and 2 are opposite of NFPA designation (Firefighter 1=advanced) 1 Authority Having Jurisdiction The designated Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) plays a primary role in the use and administration of the Skills Crosswalk. The AHJ is defined by NFPA as an organization, office, or individual responsible for enforcing the requirements of a code or standard, or for approving equipment, materials, installation, or a procedure. State or local law designates the AHJ for wildland fire protection within a given jurisdiction. Fire department chiefs, state fire marshals, state foresters, training officers, and other qualified fire protection officials are typically designated as the AHJ. The AHJ determines firefighter eligibility for any gap course. Training Organizations State fire training authorities, state, county or city municipalities, rural fire districts, individual fire departments, or other agencies and organizations responsible for local firefighter training and certification may use the gap courses as an avenue of equivalency with NWCG standards. Gap courses may also be used to guide local firefighters in the development of wildland firefighting skills. Instructor Qualifications Qualifications for instructors to teach the NWCG curriculum are described in the Field Manager’s Course Guide, PMS 901-1. Certification of instructor qualifications is the responsibility of the employing agency. All instructors