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Chest – Ice 48 QT.

NFES #
000557
Category
Camp
Updated
Storage and Shelf Life Checks
None

Initial Inspection/Disposal Criteria

  1. Visually inspect for damage, cracks, broken, melted parts or evidence of leakage, if any dispose of. 
  2. Inspect lid for proper closure and working hinges. 
  3. Inspect handles. 
  4. Inspect drain plug for leakage or any damage.  
  5. Refurbish if damage is determined to be repairable. 
  6. Return to stock if item is clean, undamaged and/or in unused condition. 
  7. Dispose of item if damage is determined to be unrepairable or if stains cannot be cleaned. 
  8. Salvage any usable parts for future repairs.

Refurbishing Procedures

A. Cleaning

  1. Use pressure washer to clean inside and outside of ice chest. Disinfect per Cache direction. 
  2. If necessary clean stains with a scrubbing pad and mild detergent. 
  3. Rinse thoroughly. 
  4. Stand upside down to air dry and/or wipe down completely to dry.

B. Repair

  1. Lid – replace hinges if possible
  2. Handles –replace if possible
  3. Drain plug– replace if possible
  4. Spray paint top lid of ice chest if any unwanted writing is present
  5. If ice chest has water inside the lid drill a 1/8” hole in lid to take out excess water, use glue from a hot glue gun to fill the hole after completely drained and dry.

C. Testing for Performance

  • If drain plug was replaced, add water to inside of ice chest to ensure drain is not leaking.

D. Repackaging

  1. Stencil and spray paint or use permanent marker to apply NFES #000557 to the exterior of the chest.
  2. Band clean/dry ice chest with one band.
  3. Palletize per local cache option.

 

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NEW! S-219, Firing Operations (Blended) Now Available

Date: Sept 11, 2025
Questions? Please contact:
Fuels Management Committee 

The S-219, Firing Operations (Blended) course is now available on the Wildland Fire Learning Portal. Developed through the Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) effort, this training supports individuals working towards Firing Boss, Single Resource (FIRB) incident qualifications.

This blended course combines online and instructor-led training to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to perform the duties of the FIRB, as described in the NWCG Incident Position Standards for Firing Boss, Single Resource, PMS 350-105.

Any changes to qualification pathways will take effect with the next update of the NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Position Qualifications, PMS 310-1, scheduled for January 2026.

References:

S-219, Firing Operations (Blended)

NWCG Firing Boss, Single Resource Position Page

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Date: Sep 5, 2025
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The NWCG Mental Health Subcommittee (MHSC) and Risk Management Committee (RMC) recognize the unique challenges and demands faced by the wildland fire community. The MHSC and RMC know that we are all stronger together and believe in fostering a culture of support, understanding, and resilience.

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NEW! Incident Performance and Training Modernization Story Map Now Available

Date: Aug 26, 2025
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National Wildfire Coordinating Group

NWCG is excited to announce the launch of the Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) Story Map, a new interactive resource that showcases how NWCG is transforming wildland fire training and qualifications through a performance-based system.

Since its launch in 2023, IPTM has made major strides in updating how we manage incident positions:

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The Story Map guides you through the IPTM process, highlights key accomplishments, and outlines what’s ahead. Whether you are a trainer or a trainee, this tool offers valuable insight into the modernization effort shaping the future of wildland fire training and qualifications.

This effort would not be possible without the contributions of NWCG staff, NWCG committees, and hundreds of subject matter experts across the wildland fire community.

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IPTM Story Map

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NEW! S-290, Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior (Blended) Available Now

Date: Aug 15, 2025
Questions? Please contact:
Fire Behavior Subcommittee

NWCG is excited to announce that the S-290, Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior (Blended) training is now available on the Wildland Fire Learning Portal. S-290 (Blended) training combines online training and instructor-led training components that support individuals working towards any Single Resource Boss or Fire Effects Monitor incident qualifications.

This second course in the series collectively serves to develop fire behavior prediction knowledge and skills, and provides more detailed information on fuels, weather, and topography that affect wildland fire behavior for safety purposes.

Students are required to finish the prerequisite S-190, Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior, before enrolling in S-290, Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior (Blended).

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