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S 260 Interagency Incident Business Management 2014 General Information

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General Information

The material for the Instructor-led delivery of S-260 is not a standard NWCG course material package. This is due to the unique circumstances of S-260 development and certification. The Online Delivered version of S-260 was certified in 2014, and the Instructor-Led course was removed from the NWCG curriculum in 2016.

In 2017, field input regarding online course accessibility and geographic area course updates led to approval of two alternate, instructor led delivery options. These are:

  1. Instructor-Facilitated, using the online course.
  2. Instructor-Led, using geographic area developed curriculum.

The Online Delivered version of S-260 also remains as a certified option. More information about S-260 curriculum history is available on the S-260 Administration and Revision History pages.

Instructor-Led Delivery Options

1. Instructor-Facilitated using the online course

Students will register for Online Delivery to access the course material. An instructor will facilitate each module of the curriculum. The final exam is included in the online course.

2. Instructor-Led using geographic area developed curriculum

This material will vary by geographic area. However, all deliveries will use the same final exam and meet the S-260 Course Learning Objectives. The Learning Objectives are organized into 12 modules. Each module has an adaptation of the Online Delivered course available for download.

 

 

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NWCG Latest Announcements

NWCG Website Migration

Date: April 01, 2024
Contact: NWCG Webmaster

The National Wildfire Coordinating Group is thrilled to announce a significant upgrade to https://www.nwcg.gov, involving a comprehensive redesign of over 7,000 web pages. This enhancement is focused on improving user experience. The migration to the new NWCG website will commence on April 2, 2024, starting at noon EST and is expected to take a few hours. 

During the migration period, as the www.nwcg.gov domain-name-location updates across the Internet, you might encounter either the current or the new site depending on your location. We request your patience during this transition. If you are not redirected to the new site by April 3, 2024, we recommend clearing your browser’s cache and refreshing the page.

Please note that while navigating the revamped website, there may be instances of broken links or errors. Our dedicated web migration team has made significant efforts to minimize such issues prior to launch and will promptly address any that arise via use of analytic reports. We value your patience and understanding as we work towards enhancing your overall website experience.

WFSTAR 2023 Year in Review and 2024 Core Component Module Packages Available

Date: March 6, 2024
Contact: Joe Schindel 

The 2023 Fire Year in Review module and 2024 Core Component Module Packages for RT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR) are now available on the NWCG website. The 2024 Core Component Module Package provides all content needed to deliver RT-130.

 

References:

WFSTAR 2023 Fire Year in Review module

WFSTAR 2024 Core Component Module Packages

2024 NWCG Executive Board Annual Letter

Date: March 6, 2024
Contact: NWCG

The NWCG Executive Board is privileged to share with you the 2024 NWCG Executive Board Annual Letter. As we look into the future and navigate an incredibly complex and dynamic environment, we must remain focused on our mission while actively engaging in national conversations regarding numerous wildland fire initiatives. In 2024, we prioritize building upon our successes and committing to continuous improvement. Key priorities and considerations for this year include: 

  • Determining Core Workload
  • Ensuring Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) Success
  • Improving Efficiencies
  • Firefighter Health and Wellness
  • Engagement in National Conversations

Together we will continue to make significant strides in the challenging and vital work that lies ahead. 

 

References:

2024 NWCG Executive Board Annual Letter

NWCG Welcomes NASA

Date: February 22, 2024
Contact: NWCG

NWCG welcomes the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) as an associate member.

“As wildfires become larger and more frequent, NASA is working to apply our scientific and technological knowledge toward this national challenge, and integral to our approach is forging collaborative partnerships,” said NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy. 

 

References:

NASA News Release

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