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Mission Statement

Mission Statement

The Wildland Fire Module Unit (WFMU) serves the FUSC by directing the interagency wildland fire module program. The WFMU is responsible for providing national leadership on wildland fire modules, developing wildland fire module unit standards, qualifications, training, certification, and practices.

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Primary Objectives

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  • Establish consistent national program coordination and implementation procedures, provide a means for proactive problem and issue resolution, facilitate the exchange of information between groups, and make recommendations.
  • Facilitate any revisions or updates of NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Module Operations, PMS 430 under the direction of the Fire Use Subcommittee.
  • Improve communication and understanding of the role of fire in the ecosystems of the United States.
  • Support successful management and utilization of wildland fire while appropriately addressing smoke impacts, for public and fire personnel health, welfare and safety.

Guidance Documents

Wildland Fire Module Contact List

Click on the module name to get more information - leadership names, emails, phone numbers, and any notes associated with the module.

You can also use the search box to look for a person's name. The associated module will come up.

Please use our WFMU Contacts Update Form to make contact updates for the lead and assistant positions. Please see NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Module Operations, PMS 430, for information on updating certifications.

Module Name Type Agency Website Certification Date
Abajo Type 1 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2021-06
Alaska Range Training Crew DOI National Park Service
Apache Kid Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2026-05
Arc Dome Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA)
Balcones Type 2 DOI Fish and Wildlife Service 2018-03
Black Canyon Training Crew DOI National Park Service
Black Hills Type 1 DOI National Park Service 2025-04
Black Tooth Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2026-05
Buffalo River Type 1 DOI National Park Service 2022-11
Burning Mountain Type 2 International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) 2026-04
Cabin Lake Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2026-06
Calaveras Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA)
Cascade Type 1 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2026-05
Columbine Type 1 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2026-04
Crow Peak Type 1 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2025-05
Cumberland Gap Training Crew DOI National Park Service
Devil's Staircase Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2026-05
Eagle Cap Type 1 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2026-06
Eagle Lake Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2025-05
Elk Creek Type 2 National Association of State Foresters (NASF) https://elkcreekfire.org/contact/ 2026-05
Escondido Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA)
Flaming Gorge Training Crew Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2019-06
Flat Top Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2025-05
Galice Type 1 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2026-06
Grass Lake Type 1 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2025-06
Gravitas Peak Training Crew National Association of State Foresters (NASF)
Great Lakes Type 1 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2026-05
Great Smoky Type 1 DOI National Park Service 2023-03
Green Mountain Training Crew Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA)
Groveland Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2018-06
Hells Canyon Type 1 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2020-05
Kaniksu Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2025-06
Kaweah Training Crew DOI National Park Service
Kings Peak Type 1 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2026-05
Lewis and Clark Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2024-06
Lucky Peak Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2024-07
Mammoth Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2025-05
Marble Mountain Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2018-06
Metolius Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2024-05
Mi-Wok Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2018-06
Mt. Hebron Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2018-07
Olympic Type 2 DOI National Park Service 2026-05
Pilot Peak Type 1 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2025-05
Platte Canyon Type 2 International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) 2026-05
Rams Horn Training Crew Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2026-05
Rio Puerco Type 2 DOI Bureau of Land Management 2026-03
Rocky Mountain Training Crew DOI National Park Service
Saguaro Type 2 DOI National Park Service 2024-04
Selway Type 1 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2023-05
Sequoia Type 2
Sheepeater Training Crew Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA)
Shuksan Training Crew DOI National Park Service
Silver Thread Training Crew Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA)
Six Rivers Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2024-07
Skyway Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2023-05
Slate Mountain Training Crew Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA)
Snow Creek Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2026-05
Snowslide Type 1 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2024-05
Spotted Bear Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA)
St. Joe Training Crew Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA)
Storm Peak Type 1 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2026-04
Summit Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2024-05
Teton Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2024-05
Tushar Mountain Type 1 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2018-05
Unaweep Type 1 DOI Bureau of Land Management Website 2025-05
Warm Springs Type 2 DOI Bureau of Indian Affairs 2026-05
Whiskey Flat Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2019-07
Whiskeytown Type 1 DOI National Park Service 2025-05
White River Type 2 Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (FS, USDA) 2023-05
Woodhawk Type 2 DOI Bureau of Land Management 2025-02
Yosemite Type 2 DOI National Park Service
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Chair: Hale, Gabe

NWCG Coordinator: Gaskill, Steven

Parent Committee: Fire Use Subcommittee

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NWCG Latest Announcements

2025 Wildland Fire EMS Awards

Date:  June 12, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Emergency Medical Committee

The NWCG Emergency Medical Committee (EMC) announces the recipients of the 2025 Wildland Fire Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Awards. EMC annually recognizes individuals and groups who have demonstrated outstanding actions or accomplishments that are above and beyond the expectation of one’s normal mission or job duties.

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

References:

2025 Wildland Fire EMS Awards

Emergency Medical Committee

Incident Position Standards and the Next Generation Position Task Book Now Available for RAMP

Date:  June 12, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Airtanker Base Operations Unit

NWCG is excited to announce that Incident Position Standards and the Next Generation Position Task Book are now available for Ramp Manager (RAMP).

The Performance Support Package for this position was developed as part of the Incident Performance and Training Modernization effort. These resources support trainees, qualified personnel, and evaluators in their respective roles.

Any changes to qualification pathways will take effect with the next update of the NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Position Qualifications, PMS 310-1, scheduled for release in January 2027.

References:

NWCG Ramp Manager Position Page

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Make an Impact: Serve the Wildland Fire Community as an IPTM SME!

Date:  June 11, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: NWCG SME Specialist

Note: Positions with an * will last approximately 6 months.
Positions with ** will last 12 - 18 months.

NWCG is seeking experienced wildland firefighters and support personnel to serve as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for the Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) initiative. IPTM aims to transition NWCG’s training and qualification system to a performance-based model by updating position descriptions, Incident Position Standards, Next Generation Position Task Books (Next Gen PTBs), and training where needed.

NWCG is currently recruiting SMEs for the Fall 2026 positions listed below:

  • Equipment Manager (EQPM)*
  • Fixed Wing Parking Tender (FWPT)**
  • Mixmaster (MXMS)*
  • Public Information Officer Complex (PIOC)*
  • Retardant Crewmember (RTCM)*
  • Strike Team Leader Crew (STCR)*
  • Strike Team Leader Engine (STEN)*
  • Strike Team Leader Heavy Equipment (STEQ)*
  • Task Force Leader (TFLD)**
  • Wildland Fire Investigator (INVF)** 

Projects begin October 2026. Sign up by July 10, 2026, at the link below and review the attached document for additional details. 

References:

NWCG SME Interest Sign-up

IPTM Subject Matter Expert Duties and Expectations Document

Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM)

RMC Safety Bulletin 26-001: Rhabdomyolysis in Wildland Firefighters

Date:  May 28, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Risk Management Committee

The Risk Management Committee (RMC) has issued Safety Bulletin 26-001: Rhabdomyolysis in Wildland Firefighters. Research from 2016 to 2025 shows that 88 cases of rhabdomyolysis (rhabdo) were reported. Analysis of reports from eSafety, the Safety Management Information System (SMIS), and the Wildland Fire Lessons Learned Center (LLC) indicates that rhabdo is common during this time of year due to Work Capacity Tests and contributing factors such as weather, hydration, nutrition, and medication or supplement use.

RMC issued this safety bulletin to raise awareness in the Wildland Fire Community, and to provide research findings and educational resources that support reducing future cases of rhabdo.

References:

NWCG Alerts

RMC Safety Bulletin 26-001: Rhabdomyolysis in Wildland Firefighters