FEMA All-Hazard Course
O-305: Type 3 All-Hazards Incident Management Team

As part of a technical assistance program to develop Incident Management Teams (IMT) across the country, the U.S. Fire Administration's National Fire Program Branch is coordinating the management of the All-Hazards Incident Management Team curriculum for State & specified Regional Incident Management Teams. The overall goal of USFA's IMT program is to develop state & regional IMTs to function under the National Incident Management System (NIMS) during a large &/or complex incident or a major event. This course is designed for those who are assigned to function in an All-Hazards IMT during a large/complex incident, typically extending into the second operational period. The AHIMT can either support an existing ICS structure or can assume command of an incident if requested to do so. The AHIMT can ease the transition to a Type 2 or Type 1 IMT for incidents of national significance.
Prerequisites: All responders who may serve in command or general staff positions must have the following: IS-100.B, IS-200.B, G/ICS300, G/ICS400, IS-700.A & IS-800.

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L-952: NIMS ICS All-Hazards Public Information Officer

This course is designed for a Public Information Officer (PIO) assigned to an incident as a member of an All-Hazards Incident Management Team (AHIMT) and local IMTs, as well as for the PIO assigned to an incident as an Assistant PIO in a variety of capacities. This course will help participants develop a strong set of core PIO skills and the ability to apply them within the context of an AHIMT. This course is al o distinct from other information function courses in that it combines elements from both the basic and advanced functions to concentrate training on the fundamental duties and responsibilities of the PIO in an all-hazards environment. The course material does not assume or require experience as a PIO, but also is not a basic PIO course. Prerequisites: IS– 100.b, 200.b, 700.a, 800.b, ICS-300 and ICS-400. 

L-958: NIMS ICS All-Hazards Operations Section Chief

This course provides local- and state- level emergency responders with a robust understanding of the duties, responsibilities, and capabilities of an effective Operations Section Chief (OSC) on an All-Hazards Incident Management Team (AHIMT). These responsibilities fall into two categories: 1) Responding to the incident and the command needs of the incident 2) Effectively fulfilling the position responsibilities of an OSC on an AHIMT Prerequisites: IS– 100.b, 200.b, 700.a, 800.b, ICS-300, ICS-400. 

L-969: NIMS ICS All-Hazards Communications Unit Leader

This course helps participants establish the essential core competencies required for performing the duties of the Communications Unit Leader (COML) in an all-hazards incident. This course addresses all responsibilities appropriate to a COML operating in a local-or state-level All-Hazards Incident Management Team (AHIMT). These responsibilities include the collection, processing, and dissemination as needed to facilitate Operations of Command, General Staff, and Unit Leaders within the confines of a Type 3 AHIMT. Prerequisites: IS– 100.b, 200.b, 700.a, 800.b, ICS-300. 

Skills Specific Courses
AFT: Aerial Fire Attack

This class is designed to elevate the skills of ground resources in their collaboration with aerial firefighting aircraft. Building upon the foundation of the NWCG S270 course, this advanced program is not a basic aircraft awareness class, but a comprehensive training experience dedicated to enhancing firefighter efficiency when working alongside both fixed-wing and rotor-wing aerial firefighting units. At the heart of this course lies a scenario-driven approach, with a strong emphasis on digital and sand table scenarios. Students can anticipate leaving the class with a profound understanding of various aerial firefighting resources, including Helicopters, Large Air Tankers (LAT), Very Large Air Tankers (VLAT), Single Engine Air Tankers (SEATs), and aerial supervision assets such as Air Tactical Group Supervisor (ATGS), Lead Planes, and Helicopter Coordinator (HLCO). Through discussion and instruction, participants will gain valuable insights into which aircraft types are best suited for specific firefighting tactics and will improve student proficiency communicating with aerial assets. Ideal for students with prior aircraft experience. Preferred candidates are single resources or higher, with a special preference for those working towards Task Force, Strike Team, or Incident Commander Type 4 (ICT4) qualifications. If available seats permit, applicants with a minimum of FFT1 certification will also be considered.

233: Fireline Paramedic

This course will cover necessary information for EMT’s & Paramedics to function as a Single Resource on Wildland Fires. The class will review the typical emergencies, equipment needs, interface with the MEDL, emergency evacuations, wildland safety considerations, navigation & responsibilities. Prerequisites: Current EMT or paramedic certification. 

CCBB/ RXB3: Certified Burner & Intro to Agency Burn Boss 

This course provides introductory training in the planning, design & implementation of low complexity “pile” burning projects. Topics include a review of basic fire behavior, project design, smoke management, legal liability, implementation techniques & the development of site-specific burn plans with risk management & project complexity. Upon successful completion of this course, private landowners can initiate the task book certification process through the CO Div. Fire Prevention & Control CDFPC as a Certified Burner Level B. Local, county, state & federal agency attendees are encouraged to initiate Burn Boss Type 3 Task Book. Prerequisites: Private landowners: None. Agency attendees: qualified FFT1 or ICT5 & S-290. Important Note: Private entities without any prior fire experience &/ or training must attend all three days. Agency attendees meeting the prerequisites will start the class on day 2. 

CWMBP: Community Wildfire Mitigation Best Practices

This national-level training from Coalitions & Collaboratives, Inc. and the USDA Forest Service is designed for current or future mitigation specialists, wildfire program leads, and others who work with residents and their communities to reduce wildfire risk. The Mitigation Best Practices training concentrates on science, methods, and tools that will help you engage communities/residents while also helping you to eliminate ineffective practices. Participants should come with a basic understanding of wildfires, how homes burn, and vegetation management practices. The course assumes you know how to mitigate, but that you could use support to engage your community. In this workshop, you will work through some of the greatest challenges facing our wildland-urban interface communities. The course will help you break down ineffective practices to make space for the more effective ones with a focus on on-the-ground mitigation activities. If you attend all course days you will receive a certificate of completion for the Short Course. If you are interested in getting the Incident Qualification and Certification System (IQCS) N9073 Training Certificate, you must complete pre-work, attend and actively participate in all days of training, and complete a Mitigation Action Plan (MAP) within two weeks of course completion. More details will be provided during the course

FNWSP: Finance Workshop

An interagency course consisting of lectures and exercises that will identify and describe the processes and procedures performed by Personnel and Equipment Time Recorders in support of an incident. This is a fast paced and engaging course with many hands-on exercises.
Prerequisites:  I-100 Introduction to Incident Command System, S-110 Wildland Fire Suppression Orientation IS-700 Introduction to National Incident Management System Initiated PTRC or EQTR Taskbook

IROC : Incident Resource Ordering Capabilities

Introduction to IROC (Interagency Resource Ordering Capability). We will navigate the IROC portal, create and maintain incidents, view and managing resource status, maintain rosters, build assignment rosters, create and manage requests, release resources, and manage travel. We will also work within the DMT (Data Management Tool) to view availability of resources. Prerequisites: D-110 and/or qualified as an EDRC/EDSD/EDSP. Must have current IROC profile with password up to date.

MIT 101: Mitigation 101

Mitigation 101, an introductory course from Coalitions & Collaboratives, Inc. and the USDA Forest Service, offers a foundational training experience tailored for professionals in the field of mitigation and wildfire management. This immersive one-day program aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of concepts, resources, and terminology crucial to navigating the intricacies of community wildfire mitigation. This course is intended as a precursor to Community Wildfire Mitigation Best Practices (CWMBP) if students are interested in taking that course as well. Participants can expect to leave Mitigation 101 with a heightened Awareness of wildfire mitigation and awareness of: Community Wildfire Mitigation Terminology, Introduction to Fire Behavior and Response, Policies, Plans, and Funding, The Players and Programs, Taking Action in Communities and on Landscapes and Ongoing Learning Opportunities

RS: Responder Strong Mental Health Train the Trainer Workshop

 The Train the Trainer workshop is based upon a detailed instructor manual designed to support facilitators, provides on-line access to updated materials, and allows for deeper discussion of the: - research and data regarding prevalence of stress injury among our population - stress injury model and cumulative stress - suicidality- how it develops and how to create effective intervention and prevention - impacts of the job on families and ways to mitigate - proven practices to improve resilience and better manage stress - additional resources and solutions to supplement local options Prerequisites: none. 

SM: Social Media Workshop

This 1-day workshop is meant to be an add-on to S-203 and include some of the more modern information formats not otherwise included in that course. These topics include: training on Inciweb, Facebook, Twitter and an introduction to ESRI Story Maps. We will discuss and learn to use each method of social media while talking about personal experiences as well as examples of good and bad uses. Together we can learn from one another in this ever-changing mass medium. Prerequisites: none but S-203 is recommended.

TECH: Field Maps for Operations

This hand-on course introduces using mobile applications in the field such as ArcGIS Field Maps (replaces Collector), Survey123, among others. Students will spend time in a classroom session and engage in outdoor exercises that demonstrate methods to work in offline environments. Students will also learn troubleshooting skills. Prerequisites: Obtain NIFC ArcGIS Online account prior to course https://tinyurl.com/2cmu3nkk Prerequisites: none. 

NWCG Courses

D-110: Expanded Dispatch Recorder w/ Intro to IROC

This course is an introduction to the expanded dispatch organization. Topics included: Interagency Resource Ordering Capability (IROC) process for established dispatch ordering channels, resource orders & forms. The course is centered around the core duties of dispatchers, with an emphasis on the importance of communication & working relationships. No prior dispatch or fire experience is required. This course has no prerequisites. However, students are strongly encouraged to complete S-110, IS-100 & IS-700 online prior to attending. 

FI-110: Wildland Fire Observations & Origin Scene Protection for First Responders

The primary emphasis of this course is to teach sound wildland fire observations and origin scene protection practices that enable first responders to a wildland fire scene to perform proper origin scene protection procedures. The course is presented by short lectures, electronic presentations, exercises, and class discussion. Prerequisites: None. 

ICS-300: Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents

This course is designed to enable personnel to operate efficiently using ICS in supervisory roles on expanding or Type 3 incidents. Topics include: ICS fundamentals review, incident/event assessment & agency guidance in establishing incident objectives, Unified Command, incident resources management, planning process, demobilization & incident transfer of command or close out. Qualifies for CO Post Credit!
Prerequisites: ICS-200.

ICS 400: Advanced Incident Command Systems

ICS-400 provides training and resources for responders who require advanced application of the ICS by providing overall incident management skills rather than tactical expertise. Expanding upon information covered in ICS-100 through ICS-300 courses, ICS-400 emphasizes large-scale organizational development, roles and relationships of the command and general staff, and planning, operational, logistical, and fiscal considerations related to large and complex incident and event management. The course also describes the application of Area Command and the importance of interagency coordination on complex incidents and events. Prerequisites: ICS 300

L-280: FOLLOWERSHIP TO LEADERSHIP

This training course is designed as a self-assessment opportunity for those stepping into a leadership role. One-day of classroom followed by a field day with students working through a series of problem-solving events in small teams. Topic areas include: Leadership values & principles; transition challenges for new leaders; situational leadership; team cohesion factors; & ethical decision-making.
Prerequisites: Experience on incident assignments in operations or support functions & L-180.

L-381: Incident Leadership

 L-381 is targeted at leaders of divisions, groups, or Type 3 incidents. The intent of the course is to provide these individuals with the leadership tools to effectively exert command and control over a quickly-assembled team in a time-constrained and rapidly-changing incident environment.
Prerequisites: Qualified as any Strike Team Leader, Task Force Leader (TFLD), Incident Commander Type 4 (ICT4), any support unit leader, or Supervisory Dispatcher. Successful completion of L-180, Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service. Satisfactory completion of pre-course work.

N9062: e-Isuite

This course exposes a user to the basic application functions of each e-ISUITE module: Resources, Cost, Time, and the Incident Action Plan. These application modules are used within the Plans and Finance sections of an IMT as well as home units. Functional knowledge of the application is required to accomplish the responsibilities within those sections. Objective: to prepare students to work on an IMT in one or more of the following positions: SCKN, RESL, DMOB, PTRC, EQTR, COST, or COMP. 

S-130/190: Firefighter Training & Intro to Wildland Fire Behavior

This 5-day introductory course is designed to train entry-level firefighters referred to as a Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2). You will be introduced to & gain knowledge of the basic incident management organization, firefighting techniques, suppression equipment, safety, strategy/tactics along with fire behavior. Field exercises will be performed for valuable hands-on training. Includes L-180.
Prerequisites: None.

S-130/190: Blended Review & Field Day Basic Firefighting

This two-day class assists those students taking the online S-130/190 course with the necessary classroom review & field work to successfully complete the class for NWCG certification.
Prerequisites: successful completion of online S-130/190 and L-180 modules (approx. 24 hours online) prior to attending 2-day class.

S-131: Firefighter Type 1

This course is designed to the meet the needs of an advanced Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1). The course is interactive & contains several tactical decision games designed to facilitate learning the objectives & class discussion. Topics include: Fireline reference materials, communications & tactical decision making.
Prerequisites: Qualified as FFT2.

S-200: Initial Attack Incident Commander

Initial Attack Incident Commander The intent of this course is to provide students with the tools & techniques to make the transition from Single Resource Boss to Incident Commander.
Prerequisites: Qualified as any Single Resource Boss (SRB).

S-203: Introduction to Incident Information

The purpose of this course is to provide students with the skills & knowledge needed to serve as Public Information Officers (PIOF). The course covers establishing & maintaining an incident information operation, communicating with internal & external audiences, working with the news media, handling special situations, & long-term planning & strategy. Students will demonstrate skills & knowledge of PIO by successfully participating in a simulation & written exam.
Prerequisites: completion of pre-course work.

S-215: Fire Operations in the Wildland/Urban Interface

Instructional units include firefighter safety in the interface, managing human factors in the interface, pre-incident planning, size-up & initial strategy, structure triage, structure protection overview, tactics in the interface, tactical operations & resource use in the interface, action assessment, plan update, & after-action review.
Prerequisites: FFT1 qualified.

S-219: Firing Operations

This course was developed using a blended approach to learning. Students are required to complete the online training portion of the course prior to taking the ILT. The course introduces the roles and responsibilities of a Firing Boss, Single Resource (FIRB), and outlines duties of other personnel who may engage firing operations. The course discusses and illustrates common firing devices and techniques.
Prerequisites: a minimum of FFT2 qualified and RT-130. **Students seeking (FIRB) certification must successfully complete, ICS-200, S-230, S-290 and RT-130.

S-230: Crew Boss

This is a classroom course designed to produce student proficiency in the performance of duties associated with the single resource boss position from initial dispatch through demobilization to the home unit. Topics include operational leadership, preparation & mobilization, assignment preparation, risk management, entrapment avoidance, safety & tactics, offline duties, demobilization, & post incident responsibilities.
Prerequisites: S-290 & FFT1 qualified.

S-231: Engine Boss

This is a skill course designed to produce student proficiency in the performance of the duties associated with engine boss, single resource (ENGB). Topics include engine & crew capabilities & limitations, information sources, fire size-up considerations, tactics, & wildland/urban interface.
Prerequisites: S-230 & FFT1 qualified.

S-236: Heavy Equipment Boss

This is a skill course is designed to meet the training needs of a Heavy Equipment Boss on an incident as outlined the PMS 310-1 and the Position Task Book developed for the position. Primary considerations are tactical use and safety precautions required to establish and maintain an effective dozer operation. A field exercise is required as part of the course.
Prerequisites: includes completion of pre-course work (2 hours) and qualified as firefighter type 1 (FFT1).

S-260: Interagency Incident Business Management

Discusses business management principles associated with incidents. This course includes employee responsibilities & conduct; recruitment personnel time recording; pay & commissary; correct reporting procedures for injuries; procurement & equipment time recording; property documentation; cooperative agreements with other agencies; claims/accident investigations.
Prerequisites: none.

S-261: Applied Interagency Incident Business Management

This course is designed to provide the prerequisite skills/knowledge necessary to perform the task of the entry-level finance positions for commissary manager, personnel time recorder, equipment time recorder, compensation for injury specialist & claims specialist. Prerequisites: S-260.

S-270: Basic Air Operations

This course offers information on the uses of aircraft in fire suppression and provides instruction on how to conduct oneself in and around aircraft. It will familiarize the trainee with tactical and logistical uses of aircraft in fire suppression, as well as describe the specifications for helicopter landing areas.
Prerequisites: None.

S-290:  Anticipating Wildland Fire Behavior (blended)

This fire behavior course provides students with the knowledge of wildland fuels & fire behavior to make safe & effective fire management decisions on prescribed & wildland fires. **You will be required to complete multiple hours of prework on the WFLP prior to your arrival. You MUST complete it before you arrive in class or you will not be eligible to take the final exam necessary to receive a certification. Please be sure that you have a valid email address to ensure you get all the communications necessary for this course.
Prerequisites: S-130/190, must complete the WFLP prework after your acceptance in the class

S-300: Extended Attack Incident Commander

This course is designed to meet the training needs of the Incident Commander Type 3 (ICT3). The focus is on the lessons of leadership and command as they relate to the ICT3 position. It is presented in participative lecture format with multiple tactical decision games for students to practice new knowledge. The seven instructional units cover Foundation Skills, Situational Awareness, Command and Control, Managing the Incident, Transitional Activities, Post-Fire Activities and a Final Simulation. Prerequisites: Qualified ICT4 and Strike Team Leader & preferably having two single resource boss positions (including either Crew Boss or Engine Boss). Must have satisfactory completion of pre-course work.

S-330: Task Force/Strike Team Leader

This course meets the training requirements for the positions of Task Force & Strike Team Leader. The course is designed to be interactive with several scenarios & exercises specific to wildland fire suppression.
Prerequisites: Qualified as any Single Resource Boss; completion of pre-course work.

S-339: Division/ Group Supervisor

This course prepares students to perform in the role of Division/Group Supervisor. Topics include division/group management, organizational interaction, division operations, all-hazard operations, & tactical decision games. Prerequisites: Qualified TFLD or ICT3 OR ICT4 along with any two strike team leader positions (one must be STCR or STEN).

S-359: Medical Unit Leader

This course is designed to provide the skills & knowledge needed to perform in the role of medical unit leader (MEDL). Topics include gathering information, organizing the medical unit, supervising the unit, evaluation, documentation, & demobilization. Prerequisites: Current certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or equivalent. 

S-390: Fire Environment Assessment & Fire Behavior Estimation (blended 36 hours)

This newly revised course is designed to instruct prospective fire line supervisors in wildland fire behavior for effective & safe fire management operations. Prerequisites: S-290, Qualified as any Single Resource Boss and completion pre-selection assessment and pre-course work.