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PMS 310 1 Historical Documents

These historical PDFs are available primarily to assist in account and position audits. The Incident and Position Standards Committee is currently working to establish a web-based and interactive method for the historical information. If you have comments or suggestions based on your use and needs, please send them to the NWCG Webmaster. In 2020, the PMS 310-1 became entirely web-based. Information on all qualifications changes can be found in the History by Position and History by Year. 

The Federal Wildland Fire Qualifications Supplement is now available at https://iqcsweb.nwcg.gov/. Please contact them for historical documents.

2019

2019 version of PMS 310-1

2018

2018 version of PMS 310-1

2017

2017 version of PMS 310-1

2016

2016 version of PMS 310-1

2015

2015 version of PMS 310-1

2014

PMS 310-1 Errata Sheet #6

Executive Board Memo 14-013 on the release of PMS 310-1

Operations and Workforce Development Committee (OWDC) Memo - Incident Business Advisor (IBA) Positions

2014 version of PMS 310-1

PMS 311-91 historic taskbook for FAL1,2,3)

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hist_transition_plan_fal3_fal2_fal1

2014 version of PMS 308

2013

PMS 310-1 Errata Sheet #5

hist_310-1-supplement-chngform-fillable-2014

OWDC Memo - Additional Requirements for the ATGS Position

Executive Board Memo 13-011 on the release of PMS 310-1

2013 version of PMS 308

2013 version of PMS 310-1

2012

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hist_310-1_irin_transition_plan_oct2012

hist_310-1-errata-4_oct2012

hist_nwcg-017-2012

hist_pms310-1-october2012

2011

hist_310-1-errata-3_nov2011

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2011

hist_nims_training_requirements_oct2011​

hist_nwcg-021-2011

​hist_pms310-1_october2011

hist_310-1-errata-2_june2011

hist_heqb_steq_transition_plan_june2011

hist_nwcg-006-2011

hist_pms310-1_june2011

hist_pms311-72_sopl_transition_plan

2009

hist_310-1-errata_june09

​hist_310-1-ptb-faqs_june09

​hist_fobs-femo-transition_june09

​hist_nwcg-017-2009

​hist_nwcg-036-2010

​hist_pms310-1-2009

​hist_sopl-transition-plan_june09

2008

hist_faqs_may2008

​hist_pms310-1-2008

​hist_pms-310-1-memo08

2006

hist_pms310-1-january-2006

hist_310-1_clarification06

​hist_310-1_position_moratorium06

​hist_310-1_transition_memo06

​hist_pms310-1-2006

2000-2004

hist_310-1_2000

hist_clarification_2004

hist-NIIMS-Document-April-2004.pdf

1999

hist_310-1_1999

1995

hist_310-1_pt2rx_1995

1993

hist_310-1_1993

1984

hist_310-1_Oct_1984.pdf

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Updated NWCG Guide for Wildland Fire Modules, PMS 431

Date: May 14, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
Fire Use Subcommittee

The updated NWCG Guide for Wildland Fire Modules, PMS 431 serves as a supplemental resource for wildland fire module operations, providing information frequently used in the field.

PMS 431 defines the organizational structure, staffing, and qualifications for Type 1 and Type 2 Wildland Fire Modules, outlining their roles in wildland fire suppression, prescribed fire, and resource management. The NWCG Guide for Wildland Fire Modules, PMS 431, should be used in conjunction with the NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Module Operations, PMS 430.

References:

NWCG Guide for Wildland Fire Modules, PMS 431

NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Module Operations, PMS 430

Updated NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Resource Typing, PMS 200 Now Includes Off-Highway Vehicle Typing Standards

Date: May 13, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
Mobile Fire Equipment Subcommittee 

The NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Resource Typing, PMS 200 has been updated to include newly developed Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) typing standards. These standards organize OHV information into logical categories and outline key safety requirements for occupants.

NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Resource Typing, PMS 200 establishes minimum typing standards for aircraft, crews, and equipment used in national mobilization to wildland fire incidents. Typing designations are assigned based on measurable capability and performance criteria.

References:

NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Resource Typing, PMS 200

NEW! S-204, Interpersonal and Critical Thinking Skills for Safety Officers Now Available

Date: May 12, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
Risk Management Committee

The S-204, Interpersonal and Critical Thinking Skills for Safety Officers self-directed online course is now available! Developed through the Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) effort, this training supports individuals working towards Safety Officer, Field (SOFF) incident qualifications.

S-204, Interpersonal and Critical Thinking Skills for Safety Officers focuses on facilitating hazard mitigation conversations and building trust to influence safety-related decisions. Individuals can self-enroll through the Wildland Fire Learning Portal (WFLP).

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

References:

S-204, Interpersonal and Critical Thinking Skills for Safety Officers 

NWCG Safety Officer, Field (SOFF) Position Page

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Date: May 7, 2025
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The Great Basin Cache (GBK) is transitioning to a new inventory system to better serve the wildland fire community. During this upgrade, GBK will be unable to process standard orders from Part 1: Fire Supplies and Equipment and Part 2: Publications between May 8-20, 2025, with exceptions made for emergency fire orders. Orders will be accepted through close of business May 7.

To browse the latest available items, please refer to the National Fire Equipment System (NFES) catalogs. 

References:

NWCG NFES Catalog-Part 1: Fire Supplies and Equipment, PMS 449-1

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