Wildfire Training

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Online Wildfire Training

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The following courses are available from the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG):

• I-100 Introduction to the Incident Command System (2006)

  This self-paced course is an introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS). Topics include: introduction to ICS, basic features of ICS, incident commander and command staff functions, general staff functions, facilities, and common responsibilities. It provides a foundation upon which to enable entry-level personnel to function appropriately in the performance of incident-related duties.

• S-110 Basic Wildland Suppression Orientation (2003)

  Basic Wildland Fire Suppression Orientation is a video which provides essential information for individuals interested in wildland fire management. It may be used as a companion to S-130, Firefighter Training, and is particularly useful for indoctrination of non-fire management employees to the world of wildland fire. The video provides information on personal preparedness and responsibility, mobilization, incident procedures, proper clothing and equipment, and living conditions in wildland fire camps. The video is about 14 minutes long.

• S-130 Firefighter Training (2003) (also available on CD by request)

  This course addresses the foundational skills universal to all wildland firefighters. The material is broken into twelve on-line modules (1 to 3 hours each) and a mandatory, instructor led field day exercise. Each on-line module explains the concepts and skills that will be performed and evaluated on the field day exercise. Module twelve contains optional knowledge areas (pump operations, map & compass, fire investigation and cultural resources) that are very useful concepts but not required due to time constraints. This course requires a course administrator. The Administrator is available during normal business hours to answer any questions the student may have during the course. The course administrator for Maryland State only is Ric Lillard, Regional Fire Manager. Contact him at 301-478-2976 or rlillard@dnr.state.md.us to register. In order to be issued an NWCG training certificate the student must also complete a minimum 8 hour field day evaluation. Contact the course administrator for more information.

• S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (2006) (also available on CD by request)

  This course provides instruction in the primary factors affecting the start and spread of wildfire and recognition of potentially hazardous situations. S-190 is typically taught in conjunction with or prior to Firefighter Training, S-130. The material is broken into three on-line modules (1 to 3 hours each) This course requires a course administrator. The Administrator is available during normal business hours to answer any questions the student may have during the course. The course administrator for Maryland State only is Ric Lillard, Regional Fire Manager. Contact him at 301-478-2976 or rlillard@dnr.state.md.us to register. In order to be issued an NWCG training certificate the student must also complete a minimum 8 hour field day evaluation. Contact the course administrator for more information.

Updated October 10, 2008