Field Observer

FOBS decorative banner: photos depicting FOBS position. FOBS Position Description: The Field Observer (FOBS) is responsible for collecting incident status information from personal observations at the incident and providing this information to the Situation Unit Leader (SITL) , Division Supervisor (DIVS), and other fireline resources as directed. The information may include but is not limited to, fire perimeter location, onsite weather, fire behavior, fuel conditions, and fire effects information needed to assess firefighter safety and whether the fire is achieving established incident objectives and requirements.

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Standards and References

Position-Specific

Position Task Book

General

Performance Support Modules

RT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR) Modules

Page Last Modified / Reviewed: 
2021-08-27

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