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  1. NFDRS2016 Overview
    1. Orientation (ppt)
    2. NFDRS - A National System (video)

      Time:  2:42
    3. NFDRS - New Science & Technology (video)

      Time:  9:25
  2. NIFC ArcGIS On-Line (AGOL) Setup - NIFC ArcGIS On-Line (AGOL) Set-up and Familiarization
  3. Delineation of Response Zones - The Relationship of Response Zones to Fire Danger Rating
  4. Building a FireFamilyPlus Database
    1. Weather Data.
    2. Fire Data.
    3. Custom Agencies.
  5. Evaluation
    1. NFDRS2016 Evaluation. - Is there a new version of this?
    2. NFDRS2016 Evaluation PPT. - This does not match - Jeff uploaded a new version on 4/17
    3. All FDRAs BI FM Y Graph Mean/Min/Max Staffing Response Levels 09-16-2019. - Are these documents still accurate?
    4. ERC BI Comparison Charts 07-17-2019.
    5. Lesson 6 – Setting Up NFDRS2016 in WIMS. 
    6. Rays Valley Comparison.
    7. SEZ 2 Week Hourly Analysis 08-18-2019.

 

Unit/Topic Presentations Materials
Slide 1 of Lesson #1 for Intent, Policy, and Guidance for Fire Danger Rating and implementing NFDRS2016

Lesson #1 – Intent, Policy, and Guidance for Fire Danger Rating and implementing NFDRS2016

 
Slide 1 of Lesson #2 for Using Fire Danger Products to Manage Readiness, Risk, and Response Decisions

Lesson #2 – Using Fire Danger Products to Manage Readiness, Risk, and Response Decisions
Slide 1 of Lesson #3 for Fire Danger Rating Components, Applications, and Management Tools

Lesson #3 – Fire Danger Rating Components, Applications, and Management Tools
Slide 1 of Lesson #4 Part 1 for NFDRS: Overview, History, & New Science

Lesson #4
Slide 1 of Lesson #5 for FDOP Case Study

Lesson #5 – FDOP Case Study
Slide 1 of Lesson #6 for NFDRS2016 – Implementation and Evaluation

Lesson #6 for NFDRS2016 – Implementation and Evaluation
Slide 1 of Lesson #7 for Fire Danger Rating Areas

Lesson #7 – Fire Danger Rating Areas
Slide 1 of Lesson #8 for ArcGIS On-Line (AGOL)

Lesson #8 – ArcGIS On-Line (AGOL)
Slide 1 of Lesson #9 for Framing the Fire Occurrence

Lesson #9 – Framing the Fire Occurrence
Slide 1 of Lesson #10 for Weather Stations

Lesson #10 – Weather Stations
Slide 1 of Lesson #11 for Fire Danger Operating Procedures, Decision Classes, and Management Actions

Lesson #11 – Fire Danger Operating Procedures, Decision Classes, and Management Actions
Slide 1 of Lesson #12 for Applied Statistics for FireFamilyPlus

Lesson #12 – Applied Statistics for FireFamilyPlus
Slide 1 of Lesson #13 for FPOD Case Study

Lesson #13 – FPOD Case Study
  • Guide Lesson ​13   - Material is a Word document with a fillable discussion area for instructors.
Slide 1 of Lesson #14 for Defining Breakpoints and Thresholds

Lesson #14 – Defining Breakpoints and Thresholds
Slide 1 of Lesson #15 for Fire Preparedness Plans and their Relationship to the FDOP

Lesson #15 – Fire Preparedness Plans and their Relationship to the FDOP
Slide 1 of Lesson #16 for Case Study

Lesson #16 – Case Study

 

NWCG Latest Announcements

NEW! Air Operations Summary (ICS 220 WF) Now Available

Date: May 2, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
National Interagency Aviation Committee

The Air Operations Summary (ICS 220 WF) provides the Air Operations Branch with the number, type, location, and specific assignments of helicopters and air resources. The new ICS 220 WF also includes medical extraction capabilities and air resources tracking.

Understanding the capabilities of aviation assets is critical for effective medical and extraction responses. Coordination with the Medical Unit Leader is essential to ensure alignment and consistency between the ICS 220 WF and the Medical Plan (ICS 206 WF). 

References:

Air Operations Summary (ICS 220 WF)

National Interagency Aviation Committee

Incident Command System (ICS) Forms

Incident Position Standards and Next Generation Position Task Book Available for Firing Boss, Single Resource

Date: April 30, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
Fuels Management Committee

NWCG is excited to announce that the NWCG Incident Position Standards for Firing Boss, Single Resource, PMS 350-105, and the NWCG Position Task Book for Firing Boss, Single Resource (FIRB), PMS 311-105, are now available. 

These resources, part of the Performance Support Package developed through the Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) effort, support trainees, qualified personnel, and evaluators. 

Any changes to qualification pathways will take effect with the next update of the NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Position Qualifications, PMS 310-1.

 

References:

NWCG Firing Boss, Single Resource Position Page

NWCG Incident Position Standards for Firing Boss, Single Resource, PMS 350-105

NWCG Position Task Book for Firing Boss, Single Resource (FIRB), PMS 311-105

Incident Position Standards and Next Generation Position Task Book Available for Helicopter Crewmember

Date: April 28, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
Interagency Helicopter Operations Subcommittee

NWCG is excited to announce that the NWCG Incident Position Standards for Helicopter Crewmember, PMS 350-22, and the NWCG Position Task Book for Helicopter Crewmember (HECM), PMS 311-22, are now available.

These resources, part of the Performance Support Package developed through the Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) effort, support trainees, qualified personnel, and evaluators.

Any changes to qualification pathways will take effect with the next update of the NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Position Qualifications, PMS 310-1.

References:

NWCG Incident Position Standards for Helicopter Crewmember, PMS 350-22

NWCG Incident Position Standards for Helicopter Crewmember, PMS 350-22

NWCG Position Task Book for Helicopter Crewmember (HECM), PMS 311-22

Updated NWCG Standards for Fire Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operations, PMS 515

Date: April 23, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
Interagency Fire Unmanned Aircraft Systems Subcommittee

The NWCG Standards for Fire Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operations, PMS 515 standardizes processes and procedures for the interagency use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), including pilot inspections and approvals. This updated publication provides the aviation community with standards to ensure UAS are used safely, effectively, and efficiently in support of fire management goals and objectives.

References:

NWCG Standards for Fire Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operations, PMS 515

NWCG National Interagency Aviation Committee