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S-320, Introduction to Incident Management Teams (Blended)

Course Title
Introduction to Incident Management Teams (Blended)
Version Date

2025

Course Number
S-320
Other Training Which Supports
Resource Unit Leader (RESL), Finance/Administration Section Chief Type 3 (FSC3), Cost Unit Leader (COST), Safety Officer Type 3 (SOF3), Situation Unit Leader (SITL), Time Unit Leader (TIME), Incident Commander Type 3 (ICT3), Supply Unit Leader (SPUL), Logistics Section Chief Type 3 (LSC3), Ground Support Unit Leader (GSUL), Planning Section Chief Type 3 (PSC3), Operations Section Chief Type 3, Wildland Fire (OPS3), Facilities Unit Leader (FACL), Procurement Unit Leader (PROC), Division/Group Supervisor (DIVS), Public Information Officer Type 3 (PIO3)
Course Description

This is a BLENDED course that combines an online training (OLT) component and an instructor-led training (ILT) component.
This performance-based course follows a blended design where students first complete a self-paced, online training (OLT) component for foundational concepts and pass an online, knowledge-based assessment before participating in the in-person instructor-led training (ILT) component. After this formal instruction, each student will receive instruction as a trainee in the field during real-world incidents.

Course Objective

Practice the incident planning process by performing functional area responsibilities effectively.

Lead Instructor Minimum Qualifications
Lead and unit instructors must be qualified as Command or General Staff Type 3.
Format
Blended
Special Delivery Considerations

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<p>Access to the course materials for the Instructor-led component is limited.</p>
<p>To view or download the limited access materials, course coordinators or instructors must request to be granted a role within the Wildland Fire Learning Portal that has permissions which will allow access to the material. This role is called a "Monitor" within the WFLP system.</p>
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QMC Qualifications Management Committee
Unit Instructor Minimum Qualifications
Lead and unit instructors must be qualified as Command or General Staff Type 3.
Class Size Recommendations

This course is designed for a class size of 32 students organized into four teams of eight students.

Class Size Recommendations

This course is designed for a class size of 32 students organized into four teams of eight students.

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Date:  July 10, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Equipment and Technology Subcommittee

The Logistics/Equipment Management Committee (LMC) has released Equipment Advisory 26-001: Potential Front Driveline Joint Failure on 2018 and Earlier Ram Pickups. This advisory highlights multiple U.S. Forest Service regions reporting front driveline joint failure incidents.

This advisory recommends firefighters and fire managers to: 

  • Follow all Ram-issued inspection, maintenance, and service guidance for front driveline joints. 
  • Consider installing a driveline loop. 
  • Coordinate with fleet managers and service providers to determine the most appropriate driveline loop kit for each pickup.

For further details, please refer to the complete advisory.

References:

Equipment Advisory 26-001: Potential Front Driveline Joint Failure on 2018 and Earlier Ram Pickups

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Date:  July 9, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: NWCG Staff

NWCG is excited to announce the publication of the NWCG Standard Operating Procedures, PMS 900.

The new publication establishes general, consistent, and uniform standards for conducting business with the National Wildfire Coordinating Group.

References:

NWCG Standard Operating Procedures, PMS 900

Quarter Four Materials for the 2025-2026 Wildland Fire Leadership Campaign Now Available

Date:  July 8, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Leadership Development Subcommittee

NWCG is excited to announce that Fourth Quarter materials for the 2025/2026 Wildland Fire Leadership Campaign are now available. This annual initiative offers all students of leadership and wildland fire management an opportunity to engage with essential leadership skills and knowledge needed to lead effectively in dynamic environments.

Quarter Four materials focus on Leadership Level 4: Leader of Leaders (Provide Direction). Leadership Level 4 is where you are setting the conditions for others to do things well, even when you are not present. This quarter focuses on equipping experienced leaders with skills to provide direction, build trust across teams, and foster strong decision making. 

References:

2025/2026 NWCG Leadership Campaign - Leadership Levels

Wildland Fire Leadership Development Program

Leadership Development Subcommittee

2026 Week of Remembrance

Date:  June 30, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: 6 Minutes for Safety Subcommittee

As we approach the 2026 Week of Remembrance (WOR), June 30–July 6, we dedicate this time to reflect on past incidents from 2016 and honor the fallen through learning. Since its inception in 2014, WOR has honored wildland firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice while encouraging critical discussions that reinforce lessons learned.

Throughout the week, we encourage thoughtful and generative conversations that promote a culture of continuous learning and safety.

References:

2026 Week of Remembrance: Letter to Leadership

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