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NWCG NFES Catalog Part 2 Publications PMS 449 2. The National Fire Equipment System (NFES) was created to provide standards for fire supplies and equipment as well as an organized method for ordering and stocking those items. The NWCG National Fire Equipment System Catalog, national in scope, reflects the items admitted to the NFES and the cache locations where they are stocked.

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The Fire Behavior Field Reference Guide (FBFRG) describes a range of practices by which fire behavior assessments are conducted for fireline leadership in the field, and by Fire Behavior Analysts (FBANs) and Long Term Fire Analysts (LTANs) in support of more sophisticated analysis. It is a hands-on publication for use in the field, in fire behavior training, and as a learning reference.

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PMS 448 NWCG Standards for Fire Equipment Storage and Refurbishing Page

Read the Introduction for more information on these standards, including where to direct comments, questions, and recommendations. As new items are introduced, current items are discontinued, and/or health and safety issues arise, these standards will be revised to provide updated information. Sort by Update Date to view recent changes.

Item	NFES Number	Category	Updated Sort ascending
Hose – Cotton Synthetic Jacket, 1 1/2” NH X 3’, Rubber Lined	000114	Water Handling	2024-05
Hose – Cotton Synthetic Jacket, 1 1/2” NH X 100’, Rubber Lined	000967	Water Handling	2018-03
Hose – Collapsible, 3” X 25’	000621	Water Handling	2024-06
Helmet – Safety, Plastic, w/Chin Strap	000109	PPE	2018-03
Helmet – Flight, SPH-5C, X-Large, w/Bag	002315	Aviation	2017-05
Helmet – Flight, SPH-5C, Regular, w/Bag	002314	Aviation	2017-05
Helmet – Cap Style, Yellow, Bullard 911C	007287	PPE	2018-03
Heater – Propane, Outdoor, 360° Radiant Heat	006187	Camp	2024-06
Heater – Propane, 20# Tank Mounted	006139	Camp	2017-05
Headlamp – Firefighters, LED	000718	Miscellaneous	2017-05
Harness – Chest, Fire Shelter	000294	Miscellaneous	2017-05
Generator – Gasoline Engine, 3 to 6 KW w/Ground Rod	000709	Small Engine Equipment	2017-05
Fuel Line Assembly – ¼” X 5’ w/fittings	000113	Fuel Handling	2017-05
Food – Meals Ready to Eat (MRE’S)	001842	Miscellaneous	2017-05
Fly – Tent, Type II, 9’ x 10’	001521	Camp	2017-05
Fly – Sunscreen, 20’ x 20’, with 10 Guy Ropes	006131	Camp	2018-03
Fly – Plastic, Tent, 16’ X 24’ with 10 Guy Ropes	000070	Camp	2018-03
Flight Suit – Chest Size 48, Inseam 32 1/2” (L)	000548	Clothing	2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 48, Inseam 30 1/2” (R)	000567	Clothing	2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 46, Inseam 32 1/2” (L)	000547	Clothing	2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 46, Inseam 30 1/2” (R)	000576	Clothing	2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 46, Inseam 28 1/2” (S)	000546	Clothing	2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 44, Inseam 32 1/2” (L)	000545	Clothing	2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 44, Inseam 30 1/2” (R)	000539	Clothing	2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 44, Inseam 28 1/2” (S)	000527	Clothing	2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 42, Inseam 32 1/2” (L)	000525	Clothing	2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 42, Inseam 30 1/2” (R)	000574	Clothing	2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 42, Inseam 28 1/2” (S)	000521	Clothing	2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 40, Inseam 32 1/2” (L)	000519	Clothing	2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 40, Inseam 30 1/2” (R)	000518	Clothing	2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 40, Inseam 28 1/2” (S)	000517	Clothing	2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 38, Inseam 32 1/2” (L)	000514	Clothing	2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 38, Inseam 30 1/2” (R)	000572	Clothing	2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 38, Inseam 28 1/2” (S)	000509	Clothing	2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 36, Inseam 32 1/2” (L)	000508	Clothing	2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 36, Inseam 30 1/2” (R)	000507	Clothing	2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 36, Inseam 28 1/2” (S)	000501	Clothing	2022-05
Fence – Barricade, Plastic, 4’ X 100’	000608	Kits	2017-05
Extinguisher – Fire, 20A:120BC, 20 lbs. (9.1L)	000307	Miscellaneous	2018-03
Coupling – Double Male, 1” NPSH TO 1” NPSH	000916	Water Handling	2024-06
Coupling – Double Male 1 1/2” NH-M (9-TPI)	000856	Water Handling	2024-06
Coupling – Double Female, 3/4" GHT	007618	Water Handling	2017-05
Coupling – Double Female, 1” NPSH (11 1/2 TPI)	000710	Water Handling	2024-06
Coupling – Double Female 1 1/2” NH-F (9 TPI)	000857	Water Handling	2024-06
Coupling – Double Female 1 1/2” NPSH (11 1/2 TPI)	000855	Water Handling	2024-06
Cot – Folding, 12 oz Cover, 3½’ x 6½’	000053	Camp	2017-05
Cord – Light, 50', with Multiple Light Sockets, AWG, 12/3 Wire	000563	Camp	2017-05
Cord – Extension, 50' AWG, 12/3 Wire	000560	Camp	2018-03
Cord – Extension, 100" AWG, 12/3 Wire	001172	Camp	2017-05
Container – 1 Liter, Fuel, Aluminum, Red Finish	001535	Fuel Handling	2017-05
Container – Fuel/Oil, 2 Compartment, with CARB* Compliant Nozzles	000741	Fuel Handling	2018-03
Clamp – Hose, Shut-off, 1" - 1 1/2" Hoses	000046	Water Handling	2017-05
Chest – Ice 48 QT.	000557	Camp	2018-03
Chaps Protective, Summer Weight 32" Long	000045	Cordura	2022-05
Chaps – Protective, Summer Weight 40" Long	000150	Cordura	2022-05
Chaps – Protective, Summer Weight 36" Long	000078	Cordura	2022-05
Chaps – Protective, Summer Weight	000044	Cordura	2018-03
Chainsaw – 20" - 24" Bar	000159	Small Engine Equipment	2017-05
Case – Fire Shelter, M2002, Carrying	000927	PPE	2025-03
Case – Carrying, Fireline Pack, Blue	000677	PPE	2018-03
Case – Carrying, Fire Shelter M2002, PRACTICE ONLY, Orange	002680	PPE	2025-03
Case – Canteen, Fireline Pack, Blue	000675	PPE	2018-03
Can – Gasoline, Safety, 5 GL, DOT Approved, Alternative to 000606	000607	Fuel Handling	2024-06
Can – Gasoline, Safety, 5 GL, DOT Approved	000606	Fuel Handling	2022-05
Can – 5 GL (18.9L), Gas, w/o Spout, Jeep	001175	Fuel Handling	2018-04
Can – 5 GL (18.9L), Gas, Safety, Vented	001291	Fuel Handling	2018-04
Can – 3 GL (3.8L), Gas, Safety, Vented	001290	Fuel Handling	2018-04
Can – 1 GL (3.8L), Gas, Safety, Vented	000350	Fuel Handling	2018-04
Bottle-Spray, Plastic, W/Oz Markings, 12-32 Oz	009985	Camp	2020-07
Blower – Mist, Leaf Blower	007040	Small Engine Equipment	2017-05
Blanket – Bed, Wool, 66" x 84"	000441	Camp	2017-05
Berm – Containment, 55 GL (1 to 4 drums)	000692	Miscellaneous	2023-06
Berm – Containment, 15 GL	000693	Miscellaneous	2023-06
Bag – Tent, personal gear pack	000281	Camp	2017-05
Bag – Slingable, Water, Suppression, 55 GL	000437	Water Handling	2017-05
Bag – Slingable, Water, 72 GL, Non-Potable	000426	Water Handling	2017-05
Bag – Slingable, Water, 360 GL, Non-Potable	006021	Water Handling	2017-05
Bag – Slingable, Water, 270 GL, Non-Potable	006017	Water Handling	2017-05
Bag – Sleeping, Firefighters, 36 in x 86 in	001062	Clothing	2017-05
Bag – Sleeping, Cold Weather, X-long	000058	Clothing	2017-05
Bag – Sleeping, Cold Weather	000128	Clothing	2023-06
Bag – Sleeping, Cloth, Washable, 3 lb. Fill	000022	Clothing	2017-05
Bag – Polyvinyl - Practice Fire Shelter, M2002	002681	PPE	2025-03
Bag – Flight Helmet	001269	Aviation	2017-05
Bag – Backpack Pump, with 2 Liners and Couplings	001197	Water Handling	2018-03
Axe – Single Bit, 4 lb. w/Sheath	000707	Tools	2017-05
Axe – Boy's Single Bit, 24" Handle, w/Sheath	000352	Tools	2017-05
Axe – 3-5lb., 26" Straight Handle w/Sheath	000383	Tools	2017-05
Applicator – Water, 2-Piece, 3/4” NH, 48” Long	000720	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
Adapter – 1” NPSH-F,(11 1/2 TPI) TO 1” NH-M(8 TPI)	000003	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 1/2” NPSH-F, (11 1/2 TPI) TO 1 1/2” NH-M (9TPI)	000007	Water Handling	2017-05

Last Modified / Reviewed: August 20, 2024

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Date: May 21, 2025
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The NWCG Executive Board is honored to announce that the Incident Management Teams Association (IMTA) has joined the National Wildfire Coordinating Group as an associate member.

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Date: May 14, 2025
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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.

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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.

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