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Adapter – 1 1/2” NPSH-F, (11 1/2 TPI) TO 1 1/2” NH-M (9TPI) 000007 Water Handling 2017-05
Adapter – 1” NH-F,(9 TPI) TO 1” NPSH-M (11 1/2 TPI) 000004 Water Handling 2017-05
Adapter – 1” NPSH-F,(11 1/2 TPI) TO 1” NH-M(8 TPI) 000003 Water Handling 2017-05
Adapter –1 1/2" NH-F, (9 TPI) TO 1 1/2” NPSH-M (11 1/2 TPI) 000006 Water Handling 2017-05
Applicator – Water, 2-Piece, 3/4” NH, 48” Long 000720 Water Handling 2017-05
Axe – 3-5lb., 26" Straight Handle w/Sheath 000383 Tools 2017-05
Axe – Boy's Single Bit, 24" Handle, w/Sheath 000352 Tools 2017-05
Axe – Single Bit, 4 lb. w/Sheath 000707 Tools 2017-05
Bag – Backpack Pump, with 2 Liners and Couplings 001197 Water Handling 2018-03
Bag – Flight Helmet 001269 Aviation 2017-05
Bag – Polyvinyl - Practice Fire Shelter, M2002 002681 PPE 2017-05
Bag – Sleeping, Cloth, Washable, 3 lb. Fill 000022 Clothing 2017-05
Bag – Sleeping, Cold Weather 000128 Clothing 2023-06
Bag – Sleeping, Cold Weather, X-long 000058 Clothing 2017-05
Bag – Sleeping, Firefighters, 36 in x 86 in 001062 Clothing 2017-05
Bag – Slingable, Water, 270 GL, Non-Potable 006017 Water Handling 2017-05
Bag – Slingable, Water, 360 GL, Non-Potable 006021 Water Handling 2017-05
Bag – Slingable, Water, 72 GL, Non-Potable 000426 Water Handling 2017-05
Bag – Slingable, Water, Suppression, 55 GL 000437 Water Handling 2017-05
Bag – Tent, personal gear pack 000281 Camp 2017-05
Berm – Containment, 15 GL 000693 Miscellaneous 2023-06
Berm – Containment, 55 GL (1 to 4 drums) 000692 Miscellaneous 2023-06
Blanket – Bed, Wool, 66" x 84" 000441 Camp 2017-05
Blower – Mist, Leaf Blower 007040 Small Engine Equipment 2017-05
Bottle-Spray, Plastic, W/Oz Markings, 12-32 Oz 009985 Camp 2020-07
Can – 1 GL (3.8L), Gas, Safety, Vented 000350 Fuel Handling 2018-04
Can – 3 GL (3.8L), Gas, Safety, Vented 001290 Fuel Handling 2018-04
Can – 5 GL (18.9L), Gas, Safety, Vented 001291 Fuel Handling 2018-04
Can – 5 GL (18.9L), Gas, w/o Spout, Jeep 001175 Fuel Handling 2018-04
Can – Gasoline, Safety, 5 GL, DOT Approved 000606 Fuel Handling 2022-05
Can – Gasoline, Safety, 5 GL, DOT Approved, Alternative to 000606 000607 Fuel Handling 2024-06
Case – Canteen, Fireline Pack, Blue 000675 PPE 2018-03
Case – Carrying, Fire Shelter M2002, PRACTICE ONLY, Orange 002680 PPE 2017-05
Case – Carrying, Fireline Pack, Blue 000677 PPE 2018-03
Case – Fire Shelter, M2002, Carrying 000927 PPE 2017-05
Chainsaw – 20" - 24" Bar 000159 Small Engine Equipment 2017-05
Chaps – Protective, Summer Weight 000044 Cordura 2018-03
Chaps – Protective, Summer Weight 36" Long 000078 Cordura 2022-05
Chaps – Protective, Summer Weight 40" Long 000150 Cordura 2022-05
Chaps Protective, Summer Weight 32" Long 000045 Cordura 2022-05
Chest – Ice 48 QT. 000557 Camp 2018-03
Clamp – Hose, Shut-off, 1" - 1 1/2" Hoses 000046 Water Handling 2017-05
Container – Fuel/Oil, 2 Compartment, with CARB* Compliant Nozzles 000741 Fuel Handling 2018-03
Container – 1 Liter, Fuel, Aluminum, Red Finish 001535 Fuel Handling 2017-05
Cord – Extension, 100" AWG, 12/3 Wire 001172 Camp 2017-05
Cord – Extension, 50' AWG, 12/3 Wire 000560 Camp 2018-03
Cord – Light, 50', with Multiple Light Sockets, AWG, 12/3 Wire 000563 Camp 2017-05
Cot – Folding, 12 oz Cover, 3½’ x 6½’ 000053 Camp 2017-05
Coupling – Double Female 1 1/2” NPSH (11 1/2 TPI) 000855 Water Handling 2024-06
Coupling – Double Female 1 1/2” NH-F (9 TPI) 000857 Water Handling 2024-06
Coupling – Double Female, 1” NPSH (11 1/2 TPI) 000710 Water Handling 2024-06
Coupling – Double Female, 3/4" GHT 007618 Water Handling 2017-05
Coupling – Double Male 1 1/2” NH-M (9-TPI) 000856 Water Handling 2024-06
Coupling – Double Male, 1” NPSH TO 1” NPSH 000916 Water Handling 2024-06
Extinguisher – Fire, 20A:120BC, 20 lbs. (9.1L) 000307 Miscellaneous 2018-03
Fence – Barricade, Plastic, 4’ X 100’ 000608 Kits 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 36, Inseam 28 1/2” (S) 000501 Clothing 2022-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 36, Inseam 30 1/2” (R) 000507 Clothing 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 36, Inseam 32 1/2” (L) 000508 Clothing 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 38, Inseam 28 1/2” (S) 000509 Clothing 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 38, Inseam 30 1/2” (R) 000572 Clothing 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 38, Inseam 32 1/2” (L) 000514 Clothing 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 40, Inseam 28 1/2” (S) 000517 Clothing 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 40, Inseam 30 1/2” (R) 000518 Clothing 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 40, Inseam 32 1/2” (L) 000519 Clothing 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 42, Inseam 28 1/2” (S) 000521 Clothing 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 42, Inseam 30 1/2” (R) 000574 Clothing 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 42, Inseam 32 1/2” (L) 000525 Clothing 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 44, Inseam 28 1/2” (S) 000527 Clothing 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 44, Inseam 30 1/2” (R) 000539 Clothing 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 44, Inseam 32 1/2” (L) 000545 Clothing 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 46, Inseam 28 1/2” (S) 000546 Clothing 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 46, Inseam 30 1/2” (R) 000576 Clothing 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 46, Inseam 32 1/2” (L) 000547 Clothing 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 48, Inseam 30 1/2” (R) 000567 Clothing 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 48, Inseam 32 1/2” (L) 000548 Clothing 2017-05
Fly – Plastic, Tent, 16’ X 24’ with 10 Guy Ropes 000070 Camp 2018-03
Fly – Sunscreen, 20’ x 20’, with 10 Guy Ropes 006131 Camp 2018-03
Fly – Tent, Type II, 9’ x 10’ 001521 Camp 2017-05
Food – Meals Ready to Eat (MRE’S) 001842 Miscellaneous 2017-05
Fuel Line Assembly – ¼” X 5’ w/fittings 000113 Fuel Handling 2017-05
Generator – Gasoline Engine, 3 to 6 KW w/Ground Rod 000709 Small Engine Equipment 2017-05
Harness – Chest, Fire Shelter 000294 Miscellaneous 2017-05
Headlamp – Firefighters, LED 000718 Miscellaneous 2017-05
Heater – Propane, 20# Tank Mounted 006139 Camp 2017-05
Heater – Propane, Outdoor, 360° Radiant Heat 006187 Camp 2024-06
Helmet – Cap Style, Yellow, Bullard 911C 007287 PPE 2018-03
Helmet – Flight, SPH-5C, Regular, w/Bag 002314 Aviation 2017-05
Helmet – Flight, SPH-5C, X-Large, w/Bag 002315 Aviation 2017-05
Helmet – Safety, Plastic, w/Chin Strap 000109 PPE 2018-03
Hose – Collapsible, 3” X 25’ 000621 Water Handling 2024-06
Hose – Cotton Synthetic Jacket, 1 1/2” NH X 100’, Rubber Lined 000967 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Cotton Synthetic Jacket, 1 1/2” NH X 3’, Rubber Lined 000114 Water Handling 2024-05
Hose – Cotton Synthetic Jacket, 1” NPSH X 100’, Rubber Lined 000966 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Garden, Synthetic, ¾” NH x 50’ 001016 Water Handling 2017-05
Hose – Suction Flex, 3” X 25’ w/Camlock 007740 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Suction, 1 1/2” NH X 10’, Rubber 000115 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Suction, 2” NPSH X 8’ 000914 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Suction, 3” X 10’ 000613 Water Handling 2024-06
Hose – Suction, Rubber, 1 1/2” NH X 8’ 001808 Water Handling 2018-03
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NWCG Latest Announcements

NWCG Risk Management Committee Releases Safety Bulletin: 24-001 Use of Respirators on Wildland Fires

Date: November 7, 2024
Contact: Risk Management Committee

The Risk Management Committee (RMC) has released Safety Bulletin: 24-001 Use of Respirators on Wildland Fires. As wildland fire respirators are available through several established vendors, wildland fire personnel need to understand regulations and limitations of respirator use in the workplace.

Safety Bulletin 24-001 outlines the following topics regarding respirator use for wildland fires:

  • Requirements for Respirator Use
  • Voluntary Respirator Use
  • Current Respirator Options
  • Unknown Risks of Respirator Use

This bulletin also provides mitigation recommendations to help reduce smoke exposure for wildland firefighting efforts.

References:

NWCG Safety Bulletin: 24-001 Use of Respirators on Wildland Fires

NWCG Smoke Management Guide for Prescribed Fire, PMS 420-3

VIDEO: Protecting Wildfire Personnel from Smoke - How Incident Management Teams Address Smokes Risks

VIDEO: Smoke, Knowing the Risks

The Incident Position Standards and Next Generation Position Task Book are now available for Medical Unit Leader (MEDL)

Date: October 16, 2024
Contact: Incident Medical Subcommittee

NWCG is excited to announce that the NWCG Incident Position Standards for Medical Unit Leader, PMS 350-39 and NWCG Position Task Book for Medical Unit Leader (MEDL), PMS 311-39 are now available.

The Performance Support Package, which for MEDL includes the Incident Position Standards and Next Generation Position Task Book, were developed through the Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) effort. The Performance Support Package will support trainees, those qualified in the position, and evaluators.

References:

NWCG Medical Unit Leader Position Page

NWCG Incident Position Standards for Medical Unit Leader, PMS 350-39

NWCG Position Task Book for Medical Unit Leader (MEDL), PMS 311-39

The Wildland Fire Learning Portal is Now Available

Date: October 9, 2024
Contact: Wildland Fire Learning Portal

The Wildland Fire Learning Portal (WFLP) is back online following a migration to a new learning management system (LMS) application. The WFLP team is actively addressing any issues that may arise as a result of the update, and appreciates your patience as the team works to enhance your experience. NWCG will share information from the WFLP as it is available.

Should you have any issues with accessing or using the WFLP, please use the link below to submit a ticket through the Help Center.

References:

Wildland Fire Learning Portal

Wildland Fire Learning Portal Help Center

NWCG Equipment Technology Committee Releases New Equipment Bulletins

Date: September 27, 2024
Contact: Equipment Technology Committee

The Equipment Technology Committee (ETC) has released three new Equipment Bulletins:

  • ETC-EB-24-003 Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) in fuel containers.
  • ETC-EB-24-004 Two-compartment fuel and oil container (Dolmar) unavailable in the United States (US) and reminders for upkeeping current inventories.
  • ETC-EB-24-005 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Inspection, Care, and Maintenance.

These bulletins remind field going personnel of important issues related to equipment for wildland firefighting efforts.

References:

NWCG Alerts

ETC-EB-24-003 Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) in fuel containers

ETC-EB-24-004 Two-compartment fuel and oil container (Dolmar) unavailable in the United States (US) and reminders for upkeeping current inventories

ETC-EB-24-005 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Inspection, Care, and Maintenance