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PMS 448

PMS 448

PMS 448

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NWCG Standards for Fire Equipment Storage and Refurbishing, PMS 448

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
Chainsaw – 20" - 24" Bar 000159 Small Engine Equipment 2017-05
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, 100" AWG, 12/3 Wire 001172 Camp 2017-05
Clamp – Hose, Shut-off, 1" - 1 1/2" Hoses 000046 Water Handling 2017-05
Container – 1 Liter, Fuel, Aluminum, Red Finish 001535 Fuel Handling 2017-05
Flight Suit – Chest Size 40, Inseam 28 1/2” (S) 000517 Clothing 2017-05
Helmet – Flight, SPH-5C, X-Large, w/Bag 002315 Aviation 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
Bag – Sleeping, Cloth, Washable, 3 lb. Fill 000022 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
Kit – Coffee Heating 000480 Kits 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
Increaser – 3/4” NH TO 1” NPSH 002235 Water Handling 2017-05
Increaser – 1 1/2” NH-F (9 TPI) TO 2” NPSH-M (11 1/2 TPI) 000854 Water Handling 2017-05
Helmet – Flight, SPH-5C, Regular, w/Bag 002314 Aviation 2017-05
Hose – Garden, Synthetic, ¾” NH x 50’ 001016 Water Handling 2017-05
Axe – Single Bit, 4 lb. w/Sheath 000707 Tools 2017-05
Axe – Boy's Single Bit, 24" Handle, w/Sheath 000352 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
Bag – Sleeping, Cold Weather, X-long 000058 Clothing 2017-05
Hose Roller – Electric 000633 Small Engine Equipment 2017-05
Hose Roller – Gas 000665 Small Engine Equipment 2017-05
Increaser – 1” NPSH-F (11 1/2 TPI) TO 1 1/2” NH-M (9 TPI) 000416 Water Handling 2017-05
Bag – Sleeping, Firefighters, 36 in x 86 in 001062 Clothing 2017-05
Pack – Personal Gear, M-2014 000679 Cordura 2018-03
Tool – Combination Shovel and Grub Hoe 001180 Tools 2018-03
Rake – Fire (Council Tool) w/Sheath 001807 Tools 2018-03
Pack – Fireline, Complete, Blue (w/canteen case and stuff sack) 000674 Cordura 2018-03
Shovel – with Plastic Sheath, Size #1 000171 Tools 2018-03
Pack – Fireline, Blue 000678 Cordura 2018-03
Case – Carrying, Fireline Pack, Blue 000677 PPE 2018-03
Case – Canteen, Fireline Pack, Blue 000675 PPE 2018-03
Pack – Personal Gear 001855 Cordura 2018-03
Packsack – Waterproof, w/Straps 000744 Cordura 2018-03
Container – Fuel/Oil, 2 Compartment, with CARB* Compliant Nozzles 000741 Fuel Handling 2018-03
Bag – Backpack Pump, with 2 Liners and Couplings 001197 Water Handling 2018-03
Chaps – Protective, Summer Weight 000044 Cordura 2018-03
Helmet – Cap Style, Yellow, Bullard 911C 007287 PPE 2018-03
Hose – Cotton Synthetic Jacket, 1” NPSH X 100’, Rubber Lined 000966 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Cotton Synthetic Jacket, 1 1/2” NH X 100’, Rubber Lined 000967 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Synthetic, Lined, 1” NPSH X 100’ 001238 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Synthetic, Lined, 1 1/2” NH X 100’ 001239 Water Handling 2018-03
Cord – Extension, 50' AWG, 12/3 Wire 000560 Camp 2018-03
Hose – Suction Flex, 3” X 25’ w/Camlock 007740 Water Handling 2018-03
McLeod – 11” Wide w/Plastic Sheath 000296 Tools 2018-03
Pulaski – w/Plastic Sheath 000146 Tools 2018-03
Extinguisher – Fire, 20A:120BC, 20 lbs. (9.1L) 000307 Miscellaneous 2018-03
Lantern – Camp, Electric, Fluorescent 002501 Camp 2018-03
Chest – Ice 48 QT. 000557 Camp 2018-03
Fly – Plastic, Tent, 16’ X 24’ with 10 Guy Ropes 000070 Camp 2018-03
Helmet – Safety, Plastic, w/Chin Strap 000109 PPE 2018-03
Hose – Synthetic,Type II,1” NPSH X 100’ 000932 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Synthetic,Type II,1 1/2” NH X 100’ 000933 Water Handling 2018-03
Fly – Sunscreen, 20’ x 20’, with 10 Guy Ropes 006131 Camp 2018-03
Hose – Suction, 1 1/2” NH X 10’, Rubber 000115 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Suction,w/Strainer or Foot Valve 000652 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Suction, 2” NPSH X 8’ 000914 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Suction, Rubber, 1 1/2” NH X 8’ 001808 Water Handling 2018-03
Can – 5 GL (18.9L), Gas, w/o Spout, Jeep 001175 Fuel Handling 2018-04
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
Waterbag - 5 gl, suppression, M2015 000908 Water Handling 2019-02
Mat, Sleeping – 3/8” x 23 5/8” x 74 ¾”, Polyethylene 001566 Camp 2019-02
Waterbag Assembly - 5 gl, M2015 w/pump 000909 Water Handling 2019-02
Kit – Insulation, Shelter, 20’ Octagon 000581 Camp 2020-07
Bottle-Spray, Plastic, W/Oz Markings, 12-32 Oz 009985 Camp 2020-07
Pallet Jack – Truck 007233 Miscellaneous 2020-07
Thermometer – Infrared, Digital, Non-Contact 009989 Camp 2020-07
Sprayer – Handheld, 1-4 Gallon 009981 Camp 2020-07
Valve – Wye, Gated, Brass, 3/4” NH-F X 3/4” NF-M X 3/4” NH-M 000904 Water Handling 2020-07
Pump – Barrel, For 55 GL Drum 000149 Fuel Handling 2021-05
Shirt – Fire, 3XL-L 002911 Clothing 2021-05
Shirt – Fire, 3XL 002910 Clothing 2021-05
Shirt – Fire, Large, Long 002078 Clothing 2021-05
Shirt – Fire, X-Large 000580 Clothing 2021-05
Tank – Collapsible, 1200 GL (4542.5L), Free Standing 000090 Water Handling 2021-05
Tank – Collapsible, 1500 GL (5678.1L) 000589 Water Handling 2021-05
Tank – Collapsible, 1800 GL (6813.7L) 000668 Water Handling 2021-05
Tank – Collapsible, 3000 GL (11,356.2L) 000568 Water Handling 2021-05
Tank – Collapsible, 4800-5000 GL 006030 Water Handling 2021-05
Tank – Collapsible, 6000 GL (22,712.5L) 006031 Water Handling 2021-05
Tank – Collapsible, 10,000 GL 007744 Water Handling 2021-05
Shirt – Fire, X-Large, Long 002079 Clothing 2021-05
Tank – Collapsible, 1000 GL (3785.4L) 000588 Water Handling 2021-05
Shirt – Fire, Small, Long 000511 Clothing 2021-05
Shirt – Fire, Small 000577 Clothing 2021-05
Shirt – Fire, Medium, Long 000569 Clothing 2021-05
Shirt – Fire, Medium 000578 Clothing 2021-05
Shirt – Fire, X-Small 000522 Clothing 2021-05
Tank – Gasoline, 5 GL (18.9L), Pump Adapted 000218 Fuel Handling 2021-05
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NWCG Latest Announcements

Incident Position Standards and Next Gen Position Task Books Now Available for Dispatch Incident Positions

Date: March 5, 2025
Contact: National Coordination System Committee

NWCG is excited to announce that Incident Position Standards and Next Generation Position Task Books are now available for all six Dispatch positions:

  • Aircraft Dispatcher
  • Expanded Dispatch Coordinator
  • Expanded Dispatch Recorder
  • Expanded Dispatch Supervisory Dispatcher
  • Expanded Dispatch Support Dispatcher
  • Initial Attack Dispatcher

The Performance Support Packages for these positions, including the Expanded Dispatch Job Aid, J-601 and the Initial Attack and Aircraft Dispatcher Job Aid, J-602, were developed as part of the Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) effort. These resources support trainees, qualified personnel, and evaluators in their roles.

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:

NWCG Aircraft Dispatcher Position Page 

NWCG Expanded Dispatch Coordinator Position Page 

NWCG Expanded Dispatch Recorder Position Page 

NWCG Expanded Dispatch Supervisory Dispatcher Position Page 

NWCG Expanded Dispatch Support Dispatcher Position Page 

NWCG Initial Attack Dispatcher Position Page 

NWCG Job Aids 

Incident Position Standards and the Next Generation Position Task Books Now Available for DMOB, DOCL, and RESL

Date: February 28, 2025
Contact: Incident Operations Subcommittee

NWCG is excited to announce that Incident Position Standards and the Next Generation Position Task Books are now available for Demobilization Unit Leader (DMOB), Documentation Unit Leader (DOCL), and Resources Unit Leader (RESL).

The Performance Support Packages for these positions, including a job aid for RESL, were developed as part of the Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) effort. These resources support trainees, qualified personnel, and evaluators in their respective roles.

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:

NWCG Demobilization Unit Leader Position Page 

NWCG Documentation Unit Leader Position Page 

NWCG Resources Unit Leader Position Page 

Next Generation Position Task Book and Updated Incident Position Description Now Available for Operations Section Chief Complex

Date: February 27, 2025
Contact: Incident Operations Subcommittee

NWCG is excited to announce that Operations Section Chief Complex (OSCC) has a Next Generation NWCG Position Task Book for Operations Section Chief Complex (OSCC), PMS 311-108 and an updated Incident Position Description.

These resources support trainees, qualified personnel, and evaluators in their respective roles.

References:

NWCG Operations Section Chief Complex Position Page 

NWCG Operations Section Chief Complex Incident Position Description 

NWCG Position Task Book for Operations Section Chief Complex (OSCC), PMS 311-108 

2025 NWCG Incident Response Pocket Guide (IRPG), PMS 461, Now Available

Date: February 27, 2025
Contact: Incident Operations Subcommittee

NWCG is excited to announce that the 2025 NWCG Incident Response Pocket Guide (IRPG), PMS 461, is now available. Visit NWCG's website to learn about the major updates and changes in the 2025 version of the IRPG. The NWCG Guia de Respuesta de Incidente de Bolsillo (GRI), PMS 461-ES is available electronically and will be available from Great Basin Cache by early summer 2025.

All hard copy materials, including the IRPG, are ordered through the Great Basin Cache (GBK). Information on the ordering process can be found in the National Fire Equipment System (NFES) Catalog.

References:

2025 IRPG Information 

NWCG Incident Response Pocket Guide (IRPG), PMS 461 

NWCG Guia de Respuesta de Incidente de Bolsillo (GRI), PMS 461-ES 

NWCG NFES Catalog - Part 2: Publications, PMS 449-2