RT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR)
Fire Technology
Fire technology has changed a lot in the last few years. The use of mobile technology, like smart phones, tablets or apps, on the fireline is becoming the new norm.
Category: Communications
Core Component(s): Fire and Aviation Operational Safety
Estimated Delivery Time: 30 minutes; Video Length: 7:05
Category: Communications
Core Component(s): Fire and Aviation Operational Safety
Estimated Delivery Time: 30 minutes; Video Length: 7:05
Intent
Examine how the technology used to fight fires has changed over the years. Mobile devices and apps on the fireline are the new norm.
Facilitator Preparation
- Review the video and module tools.
- Identify apps and intel websites that are pertinent to your location, agency, audience and be prepared to discuss and share them.
Facilitating the Discussion
- Show the video.
- Facilitate a small or large group discussion using the discussion questions.
Discussion Questions
- How has technological advancement helped you while on an assignment over the last five years? Have there been any negative impacts from this technology movement?
- What are you using as an electronic navigation device or compass? If it is a mobile device, can you show the class how to use it in less than five minutes?
- What websites do you gather intel from before departing for a fire assignment?
- What apps are you using on your mobile device while on fire assignments?
- What is the most impressive technology used on fire assignments that you have seen?
- Where do you see technological advances five years from now?
Resources
- Document: WFIT Mobile Technology Cheat Sheet
- Website: NIFC FTP Site - Incident Maps
- Website: Enterprise Geospatial Portal
- Website: Southern Fire Exchange Mobile Apps
- Website: Wildland Fire Information and Technology
Additional Video Information
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Page Last Modified / Reviewed:
2023-08-24