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Item NFES Number Category Updated
Waterbag Assembly - 5 gl, M2015 w/pump 000909 Water Handling 2019-02
Waterbag - 5 gl, suppression, M2015 000908 Water Handling 2019-02
Valve – Wye, Gated, Brass, 3/4” NH-F X 3/4” NF-M X 3/4” NH-M 000904 Water Handling 2020-07
Valve – Wye, Gated, 1” NPSH-F X 1” NPSH-M X 1” NPSH-M 000259 Water Handling 2024-05
Valve – Wye, Gated, 1 1/2” NH-F X 1 1/2” NH-M X 1 1/2” NH-M 000231 Water Handling 2024-05
Valve – Shut Off, Zinc, Ball, 3/4” NH 000738 Water Handling 2017-05
Valve – Shut Off, Brass, Ball, 3/4” NH 000835 Water Handling 2017-05
Valve – Shut Off, 1” 001201 Water Handling 2017-05
Valve – Shut Off, 1 1/2” 001207 Water Handling 2017-05
Valve – Pressure Relief, 1 1/2” NH-F 000229 Water Handling 2017-05
Valve – Foot, 2” NPSH, w/Strainer 000906 Water Handling 2017-05
Valve – Foot, 1 1/2” NH-F w/Strainer 000212 Water Handling 2024-05
Valve – Automatic Check and Bleeder 1 1/2” NH-F 000228 Water Handling 2024-05
Tip – Nozzle, Straight Stream, 3/8” NH, For 1” Nozzle 000638 Water Handling 2017-05
Tip – Nozzle, Straight Stream, 3/16” NH, For 1” Nozzle 000637 Water Handling 2017-05
Tip – Nozzle, Straight Stream, 1/8” NH 000094 Water Handling 2017-05
Tip – Nozzle, Straight Stream, 1/4” NH, For 1” Nozzle 000737 Water Handling 2017-05
Tip – Nozzle, Fog, 5-7 GPM NH, for 1” Nozzle 000636 Water Handling 2017-05
Tip – Nozzle, Fog, 2-4 GPM NH, for 1” Nozzle 000635 Water Handling 2017-05
Tip – Applicator, 3 GPM 000735 Water Handling 2017-05
Tip – Applicator, 15 GPM 000736 Water Handling 2017-05
Tee – Hoseline, w/Valve, 1 1/2” NH-F X 1 1/2” NH-M X 1” NPSH-M 000230 Water Handling 2024-05
Tee – Hoseline, w/Cap & Chain, 1” NPSH-F X 1” NPSH-M X 3/4” NH-M 001809 Water Handling 2017-05
Tee – Hoseline, W/Cap & Chain, 1” NPSH-F X 1” NPSH-M X 1” NPSH-M 002240 Water Handling 2024-06
Tee – Hoseline, 1 1/2” NH-F X 1 1/2” NH-M X 1” NPSH-M w/Cap 000731 Water Handling 2024-06
Tank – Snap, 1500 GL 007700 Water Handling 2017-05
Tank – Snap, 1000 GL 007614 Water Handling 2017-05
Tank – Folding, 1500 GL (5678.1L), w/Frame 000664 Water Handling 2017-05
Tank – Folding, 1000 GL (3785.4L) w/Frame 000661 Water Handling 2017-05
Tank – Dip, 15,000 GL (Heliwell) 000669 Water Handling 2017-05
Tank – Collapsible, 6000 GL (22,712.5L) 006031 Water Handling 2021-05
Tank – Collapsible, 4800-5000 GL 006030 Water Handling 2021-05
Tank – Collapsible, 3000 GL (11,356.2L) 000568 Water Handling 2021-05
Tank – Collapsible, 1800 GL (6813.7L) 000668 Water Handling 2021-05
Tank – Collapsible, 1500 GL (5678.1L) 000589 Water Handling 2021-05
Tank – Collapsible, 1200 GL (4542.5L), Free Standing 000090 Water Handling 2021-05
Tank – Collapsible, 1000 GL (3785.4L) 000588 Water Handling 2021-05
Tank – Collapsible, 10,000 GL 007744 Water Handling 2021-05
Strainer – Fish, 100 GPM 000440 Water Handling 2023-06
Regulator – Water Pressure, R.V.,40-50 PSI, 3/4” M/F-H Brass 000402 Water Handling 2017-05
Reducer – 3” NPSH-F TO 2 1/2” NH-M 000685 Water Handling 2017-05
Reducer – 2” NPSH-F (11 1/2 TPI) TO 1 1/2” NH-M (9 TPI) 000417 Water Handling 2017-05
Reducer – 2 1/2” NPSH-F, 1 1/2” NH-M 002229 Water Handling 2017-05
Reducer – 2 1/2” NH-F, 1 1/2” NH-M 002230 Water Handling 2017-05
Reducer – 1” NPSH-F (11 1/2 TPI) TO 3/4” NH-M (11 1/2 TPI) 000733 Water Handling 2017-05
Reducer – 1 1/2” NPSH-F (11 1/2 TPI) TO 1” NPSH-M (11 1/2 TPI) 000418 Water Handling 2017-05
Reducer – 1 1/2” NH-F (9 TPI) TO 1” NPSH-M (11 1/2 TPI) 000010 Water Handling 2017-05
Reducer – 1 1/2” NH-F (9 TPI) TO 1” NH-M (8 TPI) 000009 Water Handling 2017-05
Pump – Trombone, Backpack, Single Action 000151 Water Handling 2022-05
Pump – Backpack, Outfit, 5 1/2” X 15 1/2” X 19” 001149 Water Handling 2022-05
Nozzle – Twin Tip, Combination, 1” NPSH-F 000024 Water Handling 2024-05
Nozzle – Plastic, Fire Foam, 8 GPM 000627 Water Handling 2017-05
Nozzle – Plastic, 60 GPM, 1 1/2” NH-F X 4 3/4” Long 000137 Water Handling 2024-05
Nozzle – Plastic, 35 GPM, 1” NPSH-F 000138 Water Handling 2024-05
Nozzle – Garden Hose, 3/4” NH, Adjustable 000136 Water Handling 2024-05
Nozzle – Fire Foam, 1 1/2” NH, 30 GPM, Plastic 000629 Water Handling 2017-05
Nozzle – Fire Foam, 1 1/2” NH, 16 GPM, Plastic 000628 Water Handling 2017-05
Nozzle – Combination, Barrel, KK 1½” 001082 Water Handling 2024-06
Nozzle – Combination, Barrel, KK 1” 001081 Water Handling 2024-06
Increaser – 3/4” NH TO 1” NPSH 002235 Water Handling 2017-05
Increaser – 1” NPSH-F (11 1/2 TPI) TO 1 1/2” NH-M (9 TPI) 000416 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
Increaser - 1 1/2'' NH-F TO 2 1/2'' IP-M 000204 Water Handling 2017-05
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
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
Hose – Suction,w/Strainer or Foot Valve 000652 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Suction, Rubber, 1 1/2” NH X 8’ 001808 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Suction, 3” X 10’ 000613 Water Handling 2024-06
Hose – Suction, 2” NPSH X 8’ 000914 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Suction, 1 1/2” NH X 10’, Rubber 000115 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Suction Flex, 3” X 25’ w/Camlock 007740 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Garden, Synthetic, ¾” NH x 50’ 001016 Water Handling 2017-05
Hose – Cotton Synthetic Jacket, 1” NPSH X 100’, Rubber Lined 000966 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 1/2” NH X 100’, Rubber Lined 000967 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Collapsible, 3” X 25’ 000621 Water Handling 2024-06
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
Clamp – Hose, Shut-off, 1" - 1 1/2" Hoses 000046 Water Handling 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 – Backpack Pump, with 2 Liners and Couplings 001197 Water Handling 2018-03
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

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NWCG Latest Announcements

NWCG Welcomes the Incident Management Team Association as an Associate Member

Date: May 21, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
https://www.nwcg.gov/contact-us

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.

IMTA is a dedicated group of incident management professionals committed to enhancing the profession by promoting standards and fostering collaboration across federal, state, local, Tribal, and private sector partners throughout all phases of incident management.

“Joining NWCG aligns with our mission to elevate incident management professionals nationwide,” said Dr. Randal Collins, President of IMTA. “This is a proud moment for all of us committed to advancing public safety.”

References:

Incident Management Teams Association

National Wildfire Coordinating Group

Updated NWCG Guide for Wildland Fire Modules, PMS 431

Date: May 14, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
Fire Use Subcommittee

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.

References:

NWCG Guide for Wildland Fire Modules, PMS 431

NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Module Operations, PMS 430

Updated NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Resource Typing, PMS 200 Now Includes Off-Highway Vehicle Typing Standards

Date: May 13, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
Mobile Fire Equipment Subcommittee 

The NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Resource Typing, PMS 200 has been updated to include newly developed Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) typing standards. These standards organize OHV information into logical categories and outline key safety requirements for occupants.

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.

References:

NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Resource Typing, PMS 200

NEW! S-204, Interpersonal and Critical Thinking Skills for Safety Officers Now Available

Date: May 12, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
Risk Management Committee

The S-204, Interpersonal and Critical Thinking Skills for Safety Officers self-directed online course is now available! Developed through the Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) effort, this training supports individuals working towards Safety Officer, Field (SOFF) incident qualifications.

S-204, Interpersonal and Critical Thinking Skills for Safety Officers focuses on facilitating hazard mitigation conversations and building trust to influence safety-related decisions. Individuals can self-enroll through the Wildland Fire Learning Portal (WFLP).

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:

S-204, Interpersonal and Critical Thinking Skills for Safety Officers 

NWCG Safety Officer, Field (SOFF) Position Page

Wildland Fire Learning Portal