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Cot – Folding, 12 oz Cover, 3½’ x 6½’

NFES #:
000053
Category:
Camp
Updated:
Storage and Shelf Life Checks:
None

Initial Inspection/Disposal Criteria

  1. Visually inspect for tears in cover, soiled cover, missing parts, and loose nuts and bolts, replace.
  2. Dispose of cot if structural damage to the frame is present.
  3. Return to stock if item is clean and in unused condition
  4. Dispose of item if it fails initial inspection or is not repairable.
  5. Salvage usable parts when feasible.

Refurbishing Procedures

A. Cleaning

  1. Assemble to ensure completeness and all parts fitting properly.
  2. If rail end tubing will not install properly wet cot to stretch nylon cover.
  3. Soiled cots can be power washed and left to dry.
  4. Wipe cot with commercially available disinfectant if not power washing.

B. Repair

  1. If cover is torn or its seam is separated, replace the cover.
  2. Replace damaged rail end tubing pieces.
  3. If plug for cot ends are missing replace them with the appropriate plug.
  • Parts list for cot parts available from Department of Defense-S9I
  • Cover, Nylon 7105-00-935-1845 • Rail End Tubing 7105-00-935-0424
  • Plug (Dowel) 7105-00-935-0433 • Plug (Spacing) 7105-00-935-0344
  • Plug (End) 7105-00-935-0435
  • Strap 7105-00-113-0003

C. Testing for Performance

  • none

D. Repackaging

  1. Refold and band.
  2. Local cache option

NWCG Latest Announcements

NWCG Training Catalog now on Wildland Fire Learning Portal

Date: April 25, 2023
Contact: NWCG Training  

The National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) has migrated the training catalog from the NWCG website to the Wildland Fire Learning Portal (WFLP) as part of our ongoing efforts to streamline processes and improve efficiency. To facilitate this transition, the training catalog remains available on www.nwcg.gov through April 2024.

Starting May 2024, the training catalog will no longer be accessible on www.nwcg.gov. However, you can still access the complete training catalog by logging in as a guest to the WFLP.

References:

Wildland Fire Learning Portal

 

NWCG Website Migration

Date: April 01, 2024
Contact: NWCG Webmaster

The National Wildfire Coordinating Group is thrilled to announce a significant upgrade to https://www.nwcg.gov, involving a comprehensive redesign of over 7,000 web pages. This enhancement is focused on improving user experience. The migration to the new NWCG website will commence on April 2, 2024, starting at noon EST and is expected to take a few hours. 

During the migration period, as the www.nwcg.gov domain-name-location updates across the Internet, you might encounter either the current or the new site depending on your location. We request your patience during this transition. If you are not redirected to the new site by April 3, 2024, we recommend clearing your browser’s cache and refreshing the page.

Please note that while navigating the revamped website, there may be instances of broken links or errors. Our dedicated web migration team has made significant efforts to minimize such issues prior to launch and will promptly address any that arise via use of analytic reports. We value your patience and understanding as we work towards enhancing your overall website experience.

WFSTAR 2023 Year in Review and 2024 Core Component Module Packages Available

Date: March 6, 2024
Contact: Joe Schindel 

The 2023 Fire Year in Review module and 2024 Core Component Module Packages for RT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR) are now available on the NWCG website. The 2024 Core Component Module Package provides all content needed to deliver RT-130.

 

References:

WFSTAR 2023 Fire Year in Review module

WFSTAR 2024 Core Component Module Packages

2024 NWCG Executive Board Annual Letter

Date: March 6, 2024
Contact: NWCG

The NWCG Executive Board is privileged to share with you the 2024 NWCG Executive Board Annual Letter. As we look into the future and navigate an incredibly complex and dynamic environment, we must remain focused on our mission while actively engaging in national conversations regarding numerous wildland fire initiatives. In 2024, we prioritize building upon our successes and committing to continuous improvement. Key priorities and considerations for this year include: 

  • Determining Core Workload
  • Ensuring Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) Success
  • Improving Efficiencies
  • Firefighter Health and Wellness
  • Engagement in National Conversations

Together we will continue to make significant strides in the challenging and vital work that lies ahead. 

 

References:

2024 NWCG Executive Board Annual Letter