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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
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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
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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
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NWCG Latest Announcements

Opportunity to Serve the Wildland Fire Community as an IPTM SME!

Date: February 10, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: NWCG SME Specialist

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. The intent of IPTM is to transition NWCG’s training and qualification system to a performance-based model through updated position descriptions, Incident Position Standards, Next Generation Position Task Books (Next Gen PTBs), and updates to training where needed.

NWCG is currently recruiting SMEs for the following positions:

  • Aircraft Timekeeper (ATIM)
  • Compensation/Claims Unit Leader (COMP)
  • Cost Unit Leader (COST)
  • Crew Representative (CREP)
  • Deck Coordinator (DECK)
  • Fire Effects Monitor (FEMO)
  • Field Observer (FOBS)
  • Geographic Information System Specialist (GISS)
  • Ordering Manager (ORDM)
  • Receiving/Distribution Manager (RCDM)
  • Staging Area Manager (STAM)

Projects begin April/May 2026 and require 15–20 hours per month for 6–8 months, including a five-day workshop in Boise, Idaho this May. Apply by February 27, 2026, at the link below and review the attached document for details.

References:

NWCG SME Interest Sign-up

IPTM Subject Matter Expert Duties and Expectations Document

Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM)

NEW! M-280, Resource Advisor, Fireline (Instructor-Led) Course Available Now

Date: January 29, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Resource Advisor Subcommittee

NWCG is pleased to announce the new M-280, Resource Advisor, Fireline (Instructor-Led) course is now available. This training supports individuals working towards Resource Advisor, Fireline (REAF) incident qualifications.

M-280, Resource Advisor, Fireline (Instructor-Led) training prepares students to serve as a Resource Advisor, Fireline (REAF) as defined in NWCG Incident Position Standards for Resource Advisor, Fireline, PMS 350-112. This course presents scenarios that reflect the diverse challenges a REAF may encounter during an incident. Through these scenarios, participants gain hands-on experience and an understanding of REAF responsibilities in a controlled learning environment.

References:

Resource Advisor, Fireline Position Page

NWCG Position Standards for Resource Advisor, Fireline, PMS 350-112

M-280, Resource Advisor, Fireline (Instructor-Led)

Wildland Fire Learning Portal

2026 Updates to the NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Position Qualifications, PMS 310-1

Date: January 23, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Incident and Position Standards Committee

The Incident and Position Standards Committee has updated the NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Position Qualifications, PMS 310-1.

These updates address changes to incident position names and requirements for qualification, training, and experience. Updates related to the implementation of Complex Incident Management (CIM) and Incident Performance Training Modernization (IPTM) are also included.

The NWCG Wildland Fire Position Qualification Flowchart, PMS 308 has also been updated to reflect the recent changes.

References:

NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Position Qualifications, PMS 310-1

NWCG Wildland Fire Position Qualification Flowchart, PMS 308

IPSC Memo 26-01: January 2026 Updates to the NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Positions Qualifications, PMS 310-1

Incident Business Committee Memo 26-01: Updated Emergency Equipment Shift Ticket, OF 297

Date: January 22, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Incident Business Committee

The Incident Business Committee (IBC) has released Memorandum 26-01: OF 297 and 2026 Fire Use. This memo informs the wildland fire community that the updated Emergency Equipment Shift Ticket, OF 297 is available for download and can be ordered through the Great Basin Cache.

Beginning January 15, 2026 the previous version of the OF 297 form has been discontinued.

For further details, please contact your IBC representative.

References:

Incident Business Committee Memorandum 26-01

Great Basin Cache