PMS 448

The NWCG Standards for Fire Equipment Storage and Refurbishing, PMS 448, are developed and maintained NFES Subcommittee (NFESS) under the direction of the Equipment and Technology Committee (ETC), an entity of the NWCG.

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 Sort descending	NFES Number	Category	Updated
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	2025-03
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	2025-03
Case – Carrying, Fireline Pack, Blue	000677	PPE	2018-03
Case – Fire Shelter, M2002, Carrying	000927	PPE	2025-03
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

NWCG Latest Announcements

Incident Position Standards and Next Generation Position Task Book Available for Helicopter Crewmember

Date: April 28, 2025
Questions? Please contact:
Interagency Helicopter Operations Subcommittee

NWCG is excited to announce that the NWCG Incident Position Standards for Helicopter Crewmember, PMS 350-22, and the NWCG Position Task Book for Helicopter Crewmember (HECM), PMS 311-22, are now available.

These resources, part of the Performance Support Package developed through the Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) effort, support trainees, qualified personnel, and evaluators.

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 Incident Position Standards for Helicopter Crewmember, PMS 350-22

NWCG Incident Position Standards for Helicopter Crewmember, PMS 350-22

NWCG Position Task Book for Helicopter Crewmember (HECM), PMS 311-22

Updated NWCG Standards for Fire Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operations, PMS 515

Date: April 23, 2025
Questions? Please contact:
Interagency Fire Unmanned Aircraft Systems Subcommittee

The NWCG Standards for Fire Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operations, PMS 515 standardizes processes and procedures for the interagency use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), including pilot inspections and approvals. This updated publication provides the aviation community with standards to ensure UAS are used safely, effectively, and efficiently in support of fire management goals and objectives.

References:

NWCG Standards for Fire Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operations, PMS 515

NWCG National Interagency Aviation Committee

ETC Bulletin 25-001: Retrofitted Hot/Cold Beverage Kits - 2025 Field Season

Date: April 16, 2025
Questions? Please contact:
Equipment Technology Committee

Due to spout failures and the associated risk of burn injuries, manufacturers have retrofitted the Hot/Cold Beverage Kits using a heat-shrinking band to secure the black spout at the insertion site. The updated kits feature a fluorescent label on each full kit assembly for easy identification. Catering units are encouraged to confirm the clear heat-shrinking bands are intact around each spout before filling.

ETC Bulletin 24-001 regarding Hot/Cold Beverage Kits has been archived and replaced by ETC Bulletin 25-001 for the 2025 season.

References:

ETC-EB-25-001 Retrofitted Hot/Cold Beverage Kits

NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Chainsaw Operations, PMS 212, and Next Generation Position Task Book for Basic Faller Are Now Available

Date: April 14, 2025
Questions? Please contact:
Hazard Tree and Tree Felling Subcommittee

The updated NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Chainsaw Operations, PMS 212, and NWCG Position Task Book for Basic Faller (FAL3), PMS 311-19 are now available.

The NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Chainsaw Operations, PMS 212 includes position standards designed to be used in conjunction with the Next Generation Position Task Book (Next Gen PTB). The Next Gen PTB for Basic Faller (FAL3) includes an evaluation guide with suggested rating elements to consider when assessing trainees.

References:

NWCG Standards For Wildland Fire Chainsaw Operations, PMS 212

NWCG Position Task Book for Basic Faller (FAL3), PMS 311-119

NWCG Basic Faller (FAL3)