How To Become A Wildland Firefighter

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1 3rd Annual Mid-South Wildland Fire Academy 18 OCT - 31 OCT Jay, OK Register Online Today chloetafire.com/mswfa Mailing Address: Mid-South Wildland Fire Academy 1050 E. 2nd St, #285 Edmond, OK Enrollment is now open for the 3rd Annual Mid-South Wildland Fire Academy (MSWFA) to all emergency responders and land management personnel. The MSWFA is committed to: Increasing firefighter safety As a High Reliability Organization (HRO) promoting a learning organization environment Encouraging knowledge sharing among responders of all experience levels Providing the highest quality and most cost effective training possible Enroll today! Special pre-registration prices through 09 OCT Phone: Fax: mswfa@chloetafire.com

2 3rd Annual Mid-South Wildland Fire Academy 2 Course Offerings Course Description Hours Prerequisites Precourse Work BASIC Basic Wildland Firefighter ICS-100, IS (S-130/S-190/L-180) (online FEMA) G-130 Wildland Training (FFT2) for NFPA Structural Firefighters Firefighter I G-131 PMS 419 RT-130 S-131 S-133 S-200 S-211 Wildland Training (FFT1) for Structural Firefighters Engine Operator (ENOP) 40 Annual Fireline Refresher and Pack Test (optional) Advanced Firefighter, Type 1 Look Up, Look Down, Look Around Initial Attack Incident Commander Portable Pumps and Water Use 9 NFPA 1001 Firefighter 2 and G-130 BASIC and S- 211 Field Day Cost (before 09 OCT) Cost (after 09 OCT) N Y $207 $258 N N $124 $155 N N $78 $98 Y Y $207 $259 8 None N Y $83 $ FFT2 N N $140 $ SRB Y N $72 $90 16 None Y Y $143 $178 S-212 Wildland Fire Chainsaws 28 FFT2 Y Y $223 $278 S-219 Firing Operations (Blended) 8 FFT2 N Y $78 $97 S-230 Crew Boss (Single Resource) 26 FFT1and S-290 Y N $98 $123 S-330 Task Force/Strike Team Leader 24 Any SRB Y N $148 $185 WFA Wilderness First Aid 16 None N Y $171 $213 Schedule Sunday 18 OCT S RT-130/WCT Monday 19 OCT Tuesday 20 OCT Wednesday 21 OCT PMS-419 Thursday 22 OCT Friday 23 OCT Saturday 24 OCT WFA S-230 S S-212 G OCT 26 OCT 27 OCT 28 OCT 29 OCT 30 OCT 31 OCT G-131 BASIC WFA S-200 S-131/S S S

3 3rd Annual Mid-South Wildland Fire Academy 3 Course Descriptions BASIC Basic Wildland Firefighter Training (S-130/S-190/L-180) S-130 Firefighter Training is designed to provide entry level firefighters skills. A version of L-180, Human Factors on the Fireline, has been included as part of this course. S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior provides instruction in the primary factors affecting the start and spread of wildfire and recognition of potentially hazardous situations. It is designed to meet the fire behavior training needs of a firefighter type 2 (FFT2). Topics include situational awareness, basic communication responsibilities, attitude and stress barriers, decision making process, teamwork principles, fuels, weather and topographical effects on fire behavior and completion of this course is the basic requirement for individuals to become NWCG certified as a basic wildland firefighter (FFT2). S-131 Advanced Firefighter, Type 1 Firefighter Type 1, S-131, is an eight-hour course designed to meet the training needs of the Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1). This course is designed to be interactive in nature. It contains several tactical decision games designed to facilitate learning the objectives and class discussion. Topics include fireline reference materials, communications, and tactical decision making. S-133 Look Up, Look Down, Look Around This course is designed to train Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5) and Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) to identify environmental factors and indicators of hazardous fire conditions, and how to use these indicators when implementing the Risk Management Process. The course is a CD-based classroom course, based on facilitated exercises. This course is held concurrently with S-131. S-200 Initial Attack Incident Commander This course is designed to meet the training needs of the incident commander type 4 (ICT4). It is presented in a discussion/exercise format. The six instructional units include Foundation Skills; Intelligence Gathering and Documentation; Size Up the Incident; Develop a Plan of Action; Post-fire Activities; Evaluating Incident Objectives and Manage the Incident. Evaluation of the student is by unit tests and performance based evaluations. S-212 Wildland Fire Chainsaws This is an instructor-led course intended to be presented at the local level. The course lessons provide introduction to the function, maintenance and use of internal combustion engine powered chain saws, and their tactical wildland fire application. Field exercises support entry level training for firefighters with little or no previous experience in operating a chain saw, providing hands-on cutting experience in surroundings similar to fireline situations. While directed toward wildland fire personnel, this course is also an excellent general chainsaw operator safety course that is widely recognized throughout the industry.

4 3rd Annual Mid-South Wildland Fire Academy 4 Course Descriptions S-219 Firing Operations (Blended) This course was developed using a blended approach to learning, meaning that it contains a mix of online and instructor-led training (ILT). Students are required to complete the online training portion of the course prior to taking the ILT. The course introduces the roles and responsibilities of a firing boss (FIRB) and outlines duties of other personnel who may engage firing operations. The course discusses and illustrates common firing devices and techniques. Although comprehensive in nature, the course work is not a substitute for the dynamic fire environment. The course provides students with important information regarding general tasks required to be successful. Any opportunity to show students a real ignition or demonstrate the use of an actual firing device will assist in transferring these new concepts and skills to the job. There is an optional field day outlined in the course, it is the discretion of the delivery unit to include the field day, however, if logistically feasible it is suggested by NWCG that a field day be conducted. Weather dependent, a small prescribed burn will be conducted on the last day of this course. S-230 Crew Boss, Single Resource This course is designed to meet the training needs of a crew boss, single resource (CRWB). This is an instructorled course in which the following topics are covered: crew boss responsibilities before and during mobilization to an incident and during demobilization; identifying the hazards and risks on various incidents and describing how to mitigate them; and appropriate tactics for various wildland fire situations and how to implement them through the chain of command. S-330 Strike Team/Task Force Leader This is a 24-hour course designed to meet the training requirements outlined in the PMS 310-1, Wildland Fire Qualification System Guide and the position task books developed for the positions of task force leader and strike team leader. Examples and exercises in this package are specific to wildland fire suppression. G-130 Wildland Training (FFT2) for Structural Firefighters This course contains training for structural firefighters to close gaps in their knowledge and skill that exist between their current structural skills and the NWCG wildland skills. It is the first of the four gap courses. The purpose of this course is to train structural firefighters in basic wildland firefighter skills.

5 3rd Annual Mid-South Wildland Fire Academy 5 Course Descriptions G-131 Wildland Training (FFT1) for Structural Firefighters This course contains training for structural firefighters to close gaps in their knowledge and skill that exist between their current structural skills and the NWCG wildland skills. It is the second of the four gap courses. The purpose of this course is to train structural firefighters who have the ability and desire to become a first level fireline supervisor, either as a lead firefighter or as a squad boss. PMS 419 Engine Operator (ENOP) PMS-419, Engine Operator is designed to address the standards, procedures, and techniques to be an effective and safe engine operator on a wildland or prescribed fire with a minimum of down time. A mix of classroom and field exercises is utilized. RT-130 Annual Fireline Refresher and Work Capacity Test This refresher is designed to provide up to date fireline safety information to wildland firefighters holding Incident Command System qualifications requiring this training per the PMS 310-1, Wildland Fire Qualification System Guide. Work capacity tests (pack tests) will be administered at all levels (light, moderate, arduous). WFA Wilderness First Aid This course is intended for individuals who participate in wilderness activities or find themselves away from definitive EMS care. This 16-hr courses culminates in ASHI accreditation valid for 2-yrs in Wilderness First Aid (WFA). Lodging and Meals Campsites are available at the MSWFA for $10/ night. Local lodging in the area includes: Holiday Pines Motel 123 S Main St Jay, OK (918) mile from MSWFA Best Western Timber Ridge Inn 120 W 18 th St Grove, OK (918) miles from MSWFA Cherokee Casino and Hotel West Siloam Springs 2416 US 412 West Siloam Springs, OK miles from MSWFA Meals will not be provided this year; however, there are several eating establishments to choose from in the Jay area.

6 3rd Annual Mid-South Wildland Fire Academy 6 Getting There Jetports/Shuttle Service TUL Tulsa International Airport Tulsa, OK 67 miles to MSFWA ($30) XNA Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport Bentonville, AR 42 miles to MSFWA ($20) Shuttles will be provided to/from the MSWFA to TUL and XNA; please be certain to your flight details to MSWFA@chloetafire.com to ensure timely pick-up/drop off. Driving Directions From U.S. Highway 412 (Tulsa/Fayetteville Area) Take U.S. Highway 412 (Cherokee Turnpike) to Exit 28, U.S. Highway 59. Go north 19 miles to Jay. From Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) Take AR 12 West 19 miles to AR 43 North. Follow AR 43 North/OK 20 West 23 miles to Jay. From the north (Joplin/Kansas City) Take Interstate 44 (Will Rogers Turnpike) west toward Tulsa. Continue east on the turnpike to Exit 302, U.S. Highway 59/60. Go south 28 miles on U.S. Highway 59 to Jay. MSWFA ICP To I-44 Grove, Joplin To XNA The Incident Command Post (ICP) and check-in is located at: Chloeta Fire 2029 S. Main St. Jay, OK To US 412 Tulsa, Siloam Springs All field exercises will be conducted locally.

7 Registration (page 1 of 2) 7 For Faster Confirmation Register Online at Student Name: (Last Name, First Name M.I) Mailing Address: Phone: (Required to receive confirmation and course notifications) Emergency Contact (Full Name, Relationship, & Phone Number. Not your supervisor.): Student s IQCS ID Number (if any): Student s Job Title: Organization: Check if someone other than the student is responsible for payment Person/Entity Responsible for Payment: Billing Address: Phone: Do you have any allergies or other medical needs? On my honor, I affirm that I have looked at the course NWCG prerequisites and confirm that I meet the required training and qualifications. (Check the box if you agree.) We reserve the right to deny enrollment to anyone who does not meet the prerequisites of the course. Student Signature: Date: (if supervisory approval required) Supervisor Signature: Date: Remarks: OFFICE USE ONLY Continued on next page Date Received: O-#: Amount Paid:

8 Registration (page 2 of 2) 8 Course Selection: All prerequisites must be met prior to the beginning of class. Overlapping courses will not be allowed. Student Name: Course Title Date(s) Cost (until 09 OCT) If camping, please bring a sleeping bag, pillow, and any necessary toiletries/personal items. Cost (after 09 OCT) Include Campsite ($10/day)? BASIC Basic Wildland Firefighter OCT $207 $258 S-131 S-133 Advanced Firefighter, Type 1 Look Up, Look Down, Look Around (combined) Payment Information: Advanced payment is required unless other arrangements have been made. Sorry, we cannot accept cash. Total OCT $140 $175 S-211 Portable Pumps and Water Use OCT $143 $178 S-212 Wildland Fire Chainsaws OCT $223 $278 S-219 Firing Operations (Blended) 18 OCT $78 $97 S-200 Initial Attack Incident Commander OCT $72 $90 S-230 Crew Boss (Single Resource) OCT $98 $123 S-330 Strike Team/Task Force Leader OCT $148 $185 G-130 Wildland Training (FFT2) for Structural Firefighters 24 OCT $124 $155 G-131 Wildland Training (FFT1) for Structural Firefighters 25 OCT $78 $98 RT-130 Fireline Refresher and Work Capacity Test 18 OCT $83 $104 PMS 419 Engine Operator (ENOP) OCT $207 $259 WFA Wilderness First Aid 24 OCT $171 $213 TOTAL Check/Money Order (enclosed, made payable to Chloeta Fire) Credit/Debit Card VISA MasterCard Discover American Express Card Number: Exp. Date: Printed Name on Card: CVC: Register and pay online today at chloetafire.com/mswfa You may also mail/fax your registration and payment to: Chloeta Fire MSWFA 1050 E. 2nd St, #285 Edmond, OK Fax: Enroll by 09 OCT 2015 to take advantage of early registration discounts!