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Positions, Incident And Position Standards Committee

Position Code Position Title Steward Key Stakeholder (s) IPD Status
FFT1 Firefighter Type 1 Squad Boss Incident Operations Subcommittee Approved
CREP Crew Representative Incident Operations Subcommittee Approved
CRWB Crew Boss, Single Resource Incident Operations Subcommittee Approved
HEQB Heavy Equipment Boss, Single Resource Incident Operations Subcommittee Approved
ENGB Engine Boss, Single Resource Incident Operations Subcommittee Approved
STAM Staging Area Manager Incident Operations Subcommittee Approved
FFT2 Firefighter Type 2 Crewmember Incident Operations Subcommittee Approved
AREP Agency Representative Incident Command Subcommittee Approved
ACDR Area Commander Incident Command Subcommittee Approved
ACLC Assistant Area Commander, Logistics Incident Logistics Subcommittee Approved
DMOB Demobilization Unit Leader* Incident Planning Subcommittee Approved
DPRO Display Processor Incident Planning Subcommittee Approved
DIVS Division/Group Supervisor* Incident Operations Subcommittee Approved
DOCL Documentation Unit Leader* Incident Planning Subcommittee Approved
FOBS Field Observer Incident Planning Subcommittee Approved
BCMG Base/Camp Manager Incident Logistics Subcommittee Approved
ICT1 Incident Commander Type 1* Incident Command Subcommittee Approved
ICT2 Incident Commander Type 2* Incident Command Subcommittee Approved
LOFR Liaison Officer* Incident Command Subcommittee Approved
SUBD Support Branch Director Incident Logistics Subcommittee Approved
SVBD Service Branch Director Incident Logistics Subcommittee Approved
OPBD Operations Branch Director Incident Operations Subcommittee Approved
OSC1 Operations Section Chief Type 1* Incident Operations Subcommittee Approved
STPS Structure Protection Specialist Incident Operations Subcommittee Wildland Urban Interface Mitigation Committee Approved
ACPC Assistant Area Commander, Planning Incident Planning Subcommittee Approved
PSC1 Planning Section Chief Type 1* Incident Planning Subcommittee Approved
COML Communications Unit Leader* Incident Logistics Subcommittee Approved
COMT Incident Communications Technician* Incident Logistics Subcommittee Approved
EQPM Equipment Manager Incident Logistics Subcommittee Approved
FACL Facilities Unit Leader* Incident Logistics Subcommittee Approved
FDUL Food Unit Leader* Incident Logistics Subcommittee Approved
GSUL Ground Support Unit Leader* Incident Logistics Subcommittee Approved
INCM Incident Communications Center Manager Incident Logistics Subcommittee National Coordination System Committee Approved
LSC1 Logistics Section Chief Type 1* Incident Logistics Subcommittee Approved
LSC2 Logistics Section Chief Type 2* Incident Logistics Subcommittee Approved
LSC3 Logistics Section Chief Type 3* Incident Logistics Subcommittee Approved
ORDM Ordering Manager Incident Logistics Subcommittee Approved
RADO Radio Operator Incident Logistics Subcommittee National Coordination System Committee Approved
RCDM Receiving/Distribution Manager Incident Logistics Subcommittee Approved
SECM Security Manager Incident Logistics Subcommittee Approved
SPUL Supply Unit Leader* Incident Logistics Subcommittee Approved
HRSP Human Resource Specialist Incident Human Resource Specialist Unit Incident Planning Subcommittee Approved
IARR Interagency Resource Representative National Coordination System Committee Incident Planning Subcommittee Approved
OPS3 Operations Section Chief Type 3* Incident Operations Subcommittee Approved
OSC2 Operations Section Chief Type 2* Incident Operations Subcommittee Approved
STCR Strike Team Leader Crew Incident Operations Subcommittee Approved
STEN Strike Team Leader Engine Incident Operations Subcommittee Approved
STEQ Strike Team Leader Heavy Equipment Incident Operations Subcommittee Approved
TFLD Task Force Leader Incident Operations Subcommittee Approved
ICT3 Incident Commander Type 3* Incident Command Subcommittee Approved
ICT4 Incident Commander Type 4* Incident Command Subcommittee Approved
ICT5 Incident Commander Type 5 Incident Command Subcommittee Approved
PSC2 Planning Section Chief Type 2* Incident Planning Subcommittee Approved
PSC3 Planning Section Chief Type 3* Incident Planning Subcommittee Approved
RESL Resources Unit Leader* Incident Planning Subcommittee Approved
SCKN Status/Check-In Recorder Incident Planning Subcommittee Approved
SITL Situation Unit Leader* Incident Planning Subcommittee Approved
TNSP Incident Training Specialist Incident Planning Subcommittee Approved
STDZ Strike Team Leader Dozer ---
STPL Strike Team Ldr Tractor Plow ---
TPOP Tractor Plow Operator ---
TRPB Tractor Plow Boss ---
ICCI Incident Commander Complex Incident Command Subcommittee Approved
LSCC Logistics Section Chief Complex Incident Logistics Subcommittee Approved
OSCC Operations Section Chief Complex Incident Operations Subcommittee Approved
PSCC Planning Section Chief Complex Incident Planning Subcommittee Approved
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NWCG Latest Announcements

NEW! S-130, Firefighter Training (Blended) Now Available

Date: June 10, 2025
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The S-130, Firefighter Training (Blended), equips new wildland firefighters with essential skills through a mix of online learning and hands-on training. The course features a required online component and an instructor-led exercise, reinforcing online concepts with practical performance-based training.

The course builds competencies in wildland fire operations, safety, and equipment use, applicable across various operational environments. Both the online component and instructor-led field exercise must be completed to receive a certificate of completion. Students are required to finish the prerequisite S-190, Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior, before enrolling in S-130, Firefighter Training (Blended).

References:

S-130, Firefighter Training (Blended)

S-190, Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior

Wildland Fire Learning Portal

EMC Memo 25-001: Interim Rapid Extraction Module (REMS) Training and Qualification Requirements

Date: June 3, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
Emergency Medical Committee

The Emergency Medical Committee has issued interim guidance for Rapid Extraction Module Support (REMS) teams. Until further notice, Type I and II REMS teams must designate a team leader qualified at Firefighter Type 1 Squad Boss (FFT1) or higher. This temporary change replaces the Single Resource Boss (SRB) requirement, which is currently not feasible due to administrative barriers.

This memorandum does not include any other changes to the NWCG Standards for Rapid Extraction Module Support, PMS 552. This interim change takes effect immediately and will remain in place until further notice.

References:

EMC Memo 25-001: Interim Rapid Extraction Module (REMS) Training and Qualification Requirements

NWCG Standards for Rapid Extraction Module Support, PMS 552

Equipment Bulletin 25-002: Chaps, Chain Saw, M-2020, Nonconformities Affecting Use, Appearance, and Serviceability

Date: June 2, 2025
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Equipment Technology Committee

The Equipment Technology Committee issued Equipment Bulletin: 25-002 to address a manufacturing nonconformity affecting Forest Service specification, 6170-4K Chain Saw Chaps. The issue applies to chaps manufactured in 2024 and 2025 and distributed through FedMall. These chaps may have incorrectly bound edges that expose inner protective layers.

Independent purchasers should inspect all chain saw chaps received from FedMall beginning in 2024, prior to use. Review the full Equipment Bulletin: 25-002 for inspection criteria and recommended actions.

References:

NWCG Alerts

ETC Equipment Bulletin: 25-002

2024 Wildland Fire Emergency Medical Service Awards

Date: May 22, 2025
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Emergency Medical Committee

The NWCG Emergency Medical Committee (EMC) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024 Wildland Fire Emergency Medical Service Awards. Each year, EMC recognizes individuals and groups who have demonstrated exceptional actions or accomplishments that go above and beyond their normal mission or job duties.

Congratulations to all the awardees and nominees. Through leadership and initiative, they have made significant contributions to the safety and well-being of the wildland fire community. These honors are well deserved.

References:

2024 Wildland Fire EMS Awards

NWCG Emergency Medical Committee