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S-229, Single Resource Boss (OLT)

Course Title
Single Resource Boss (OLT)
Version Date

2026

Course Number
S-229
Course Description

This ONLINE course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform the duties of a Single Resource Boss (SRB), based on shared duties and responsibilities across all SRB Incident Position Descriptions.

Course Objective

Deliver effective communication using appropriate resource materials.

Format
Online Training
Special Delivery Considerations

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<p>There is an alternate version of the S-229 course available for content review purposes only. It is intended for trainers of single resource boss positions, and instructors of the S-230, S-231, and S-236 courses, to allow them to review the content of the S-229 course without having to enroll and take the actual course.</p>
<p>NO COURSE CERTIFICATE OR COMPLETION CREDIT WILL BE AWARDED TO THOSE WHO USE THE CONTENT REVIEW VERSION OF THE COURSE.</p>
<p>To gain access to this alternate version of the course, the trainer or instructor will need to be granted a role within the WFLP called &ldquo;Monitor&rdquo; for the S-229 course.</p>
<p>Once the monitor role for S-229 is granted, the alternate version of the course will appear on this page, in a tile called &ldquo;Limited Access Materials&rdquo;.</p>
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<li>To request monitor access for S-229, use the Wildland Fire Learning Portal User Help Request form on the WFLP Help Center page.&nbsp;<a href="https://wflms.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new&quot; target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://wflms.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new</a></li&gt;
<li>Include the name and the email account associated with WFLP account for the person who is requesting access.</li>
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Business Steward
OMC Operations Management Committee
Alternate Delivery Mode
Not Applicable

NWCG Latest Announcements

Intermediate Faller (FAL2) Position Task Book Update

Date:  July 24, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Tree Felling Subcommittee

NWCG Operations Management Committee (OMC) has issued an update to the NWCG Position Task Book for Intermediate Faller (FAL2), PMS 311-91. To ensure clarity for both trainees and evaluators, the updated FAL2 Position Task Book (PTB) explicitly states who is authorized to sign off on your tasks:

“Evaluators must be qualified as a FAL2, or an Advanced Faller (FAL1).”

If you are currently working out of a previously published version of the FAL2 PTB, you do not need to restart. However, OMC highly encourages you to take the following step to prevent any confusion in the field:

  • Print and replace the updated evaluator information page (page 2) in your current physical PTB.

References:

Intermediate Faller (FAL2) Position Page

RMC Memo 26-01: Transition Plan for Implementing Updates to Intermediate Faller (FAL2) Position Qualifications

NWCG Position Task Book for Intermediate Faller (FAL2), PMS 311-91

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

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

Technical Service Bulletin: 03-002-21

NEW! NWCG Standard Operating Procedures, PMS 900

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