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FI-210, Wildland Fire Origin & Cause Determination (ILT)

Course Title
Wildland Fire Origin & Cause Determination (ILT)
Training Required For
INVF 310-1 Training Path 01
Version Date

2016

Previous Certification Dates

2005-09

Course Number
FI-210
Course Description

The primary purpose of this course is to provide a consistent knowledge and skill base for the Wildland Fire Investigator (INVF). The concepts taught in this course will help an INVF perform at an acceptable level on a national basis without regard to geographic boundaries. The course is presented by lectures, electronic presentations, field exercises, and class discussion.

Course Objective

Practice wildland fire investigation methods, evidence collection and documentation processes in a realistic environment.

Lead Instructor Minimum Qualifications
Lead and unit instructors must be qualified as Wildland Fire Investigator (INVF) and should have actual hands-on experience to teach participants the duties of this position without regard for the type of incident.
Format
Instructor Led
Business Steward
PIC Public Information Management Committee
Unit Instructor Minimum Qualifications
Lead and unit instructors must be qualified as Wildland Fire Investigator (INVF) and should have actual hands-on experience to teach participants the duties of this position without regard for the type of incident.
Alternate Delivery Mode
Not Applicable
Class Size Recommendations

The recommended class size is 30 students. The recommended student-to instructor ratio is 5:1. Cadre members should be present for all instructional sessions. A minimum of three instructors should present this course. This is to enable strong mentorship by the cadre to the students.

Class Size Recommendations

The recommended class size is 30 students. The recommended student-to instructor ratio is 5:1. Cadre members should be present for all instructional sessions. A minimum of three instructors should present this course. This is to enable strong mentorship by the cadre to the students.

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

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NWCG Standard Operating Procedures, PMS 900

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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. 

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2025/2026 NWCG Leadership Campaign - Leadership Levels

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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.

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RMC Memorandum 26-02: SAFENET Modernization and SafeNetX Launch

Date:  June 25, 2026
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Please contact: Risk Management Committee

The Risk Management Committee (RMC) is pleased to announce the launch of SafeNetX, the modernized safety reporting system now available to the wildland fire community. Effective June 15, 2026, SafeNetX enables reporting of unsafe, unhealthy, near-miss, and high-risk operations across wildland fire, all-hazard incidents, training, and related work environments.

SafeNetX is the result of a multi-agency modernization effort led by RMC, which began evaluating improvements to the legacy SAFENET system in 2021. To learn more, read the full RMC memorandum in the links provided.

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SafeNetX

RMC Safety Memorandum 26-02: SAFENET Modernization and SafeNet X Launch