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WFSTAR, Other Modules Anonymous (not verified)
Wharton, Brian Anonymous (not verified)
What about combined PTBs?   omairafalcon
What are my options if I disagree with the recommendation I receive on the PTB Experience Record? nicolas.sam
What are some of the unique features of each program? nicolas.sam
What are the criteria for deciding which classes can/will be delivered virtually? How are the classes prioritized? nicolas.sam
What contract instruments are available for renting vehicles for incidents? nicolas.sam
What courses will be delivered virtually? nicolas.sam
What FLIGHT forms/products are acceptable to replace the SEAT Daily Ops Form? rnoneman
What GSA programs are available for incident rental vehicles? nicolas.sam
What if I have started a Classic PTB?  omairafalcon
What is the cost of the vehicles? nicolas.sam
What is the nomination process for virtual courses? nicolas.sam
What is the update date and how is it different from the certification date? nicolas.sam
What is the WFLP? nicolas.sam
What job code is used for revenue flights back to company headquarters at the end of the Mandatory Availability Period (MAP)? nicolas.sam
What rate is used for fuel to return the airtanker to the level they began the year? nicolas.sam
What types of vehicles are available in the U.S. General Services Administration and Defense Travel Management Office programs? nicolas.sam
What types of vehicles are available under the NERV program? nicolas.sam
What will be different about in-person classes? What are the COVID-19 mitigations? nicolas.sam
Whelan, Persephone rnoneman
When will my position be worked on? omairafalcon
When will new RT-130, WFSTAR videos/materials be ready? nicolas.sam
Where can I find information on the rental vehicle programs? nicolas.sam
Where can I find RT-130, WFSTAR sessions to attend? nicolas.sam
Where can I find training courses that are being offered? nicolas.sam
Where Can I Have A Fire flyer Anonymous (not verified)
Where do I find current information on wildland fires? nicolas.sam
Where do I find the Appendices for the NWCG Standards for Airtanker Base Operations (SABO), PMS 508? nicolas.sam
Where do I find the Next Gen PTB and the Performance Support Package for my position? omairafalcon
Where do I get materials to deliver an NWCG course? nicolas.sam
Which courses will continue to be in person? nicolas.sam
Whidbey Island Naval Air Station Anonymous (not verified)
Whiskey Flat Anonymous (not verified)
Whiskeytown Anonymous (not verified)
White River Anonymous (not verified)

NWCG Latest Announcements

NEW! D-110, Expanded Dispatch Recorder Course Available Now

Date:  May 15, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Dispatch Position and Curriculum Management Subcommittee

NWCG is pleased to announce the new D-110, Expanded Dispatch Recorder (Instructor-led) course is now available on the Wildland Fire Learning Portal (WFLP). Developed through the National Coordination System Committee, this course introduces the structure and function of expanded dispatch, the qualities of an effective dispatcher, and provides hands-on experience with the Interagency Resource Ordering Capability (IROC) system. 

The D-110, Expanded Dispatch Recorder course aligns with the competencies and duties outlined in the NWCG Incident Position Standards for Expanded Dispatch Recorder, PMS 350-59, and is designed for individuals with no prior experience who may be called upon to support dispatch operations.

References:

D-110, Expanded Dispatch Recorder (Instructor-Led)

Expanded Dispatch Recorder (EDRC), Position Page

NWCG Incident Position Standards for Expanded Dispatch Recorder, PMS 350-59

Wildland Fire Learning Portal

Leadership Committee IAP Flyer Now Available

Date:  May 8, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Leadership Committee

The NWCG Leadership Committee promotes and enables leadership development across the wildland fire service. The committee provides education, training opportunities, and support for leadership innovation and best practices throughout the community.

A new IAP flyer is now available on the committee website, offering an overview of the products, curriculum, and learning opportunities the Leadership Committee develops. This resource is ideal for posting in your office, sharing with new employees, or distributing through your incident management teams to engage new voices in the leadership journey and reinforce a culture of self‑reflection, development, and growth.

References:

Leadership Committee 2026 IAP Flyer

Incident Operations Subcommittee Updates the Next Generation Position Task Book for FFT1

Date:  May 7, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Incident Operations Subcommittee

The NWCG Incident Operations Subcommittee (IOSC) has updated the NWCG Position Task Book for Firefighter Type 1 (Squad Boss) (FFT1), PMS 311‑14. The FFT1 Position Task Book transitioned to the Next Generation (Next Gen PTB) format in June 2025 through the Incident Performance and Training Modernization effort. Since then, IOSC has received feedback from the wildland fire community regarding coding for one of the tasks. Task #13 has been updated to include the option of evaluation in a simulation.

See IOSC Memorandum 26‑01: Transition Plan for Implementation of Updates to the NWCG Position Task Book for Firefighter Type 1 (Squad Boss) (FFT1), PMS 311‑14 for more information.

References:

IOSC Memorandum 26-01: Transition Plan for Implementation of Updates to the NWCG Position Task Book for Firefighter Type 1

NWCG Firefighter Type 1 Squad Boss Position Page 

NEW! S-212, Intermediate Faller (Online) Course Available Now 

Date:  April 23, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Hazard Tree and Tree Felling Subcommittee

NWCG is pleased to announce that the new S‑212, Intermediate Faller (Online), course is now available on the Wildland Fire Learning Portal (WFLP). This second course in the series provides students with the knowledge and skills required to perform the duties of an Intermediate Faller (FAL2), as described in the FAL2 Incident Position Description. This course is intended for individuals seeking to advance from Basic Faller (FAL3) to FAL2.

S‑212, Intermediate Faller is a fully online, self‑paced training program consisting of 13 units. Learners will engage with interactive, scenario‑based content designed to progressively build foundational skills and knowledge essential for the FAL2 role.

Students must be qualified as a Basic Faller (FAL3) prior to enrolling in S‑212, Intermediate Faller course.

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 January 2027.

References:

S-212 Intermediate Faller (Online)

RMC Memo 26-01: Transition Plan for Implementing Updates to Intermediate Faller (FAL2) Position Qualifications

Intermediate Faller (FAL2) Position Page

NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Chainsaw Operations, PMS 212