What is s131?
Description: S-131, Firefighter Type 1 is designed to meet the training needs of the. Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) and/or Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5). Topics include operational leadership, communications, LCES, and tactical decision-making.
What is the difference between a Type 1 and Type 2 firefighter?
Type 1 are known as Interagency Hotshots Crews (IHC), faster production, highly skilled, extensive training, advanced qualifications, and arduous physical standards. Type 2 crews do not have IA capability or do not meet the same standards as an IHC.
What is a Type 2 firefighter?
The “Firefighter Type 2 (Crewmember)” forms the backbone of our efforts to manage or suppress wildland fire. These entry-level positions frequently work long days in hot, smoky conditions to build fire lines across rugged terrain with hand tools and chainsaws.
How do you get FFT1?
Satisfactory position performance as an Advanced Firefighter/Squad Boss (FFT1) on a wildland fire incident. Any higher position for which this position is a prerequisite. A person must have at least one qualifying assignment every five (5) years to maintain a current certification in a position.
What is a firefighter Type 1?
The Firefighter Type 1 leads a small group (usually not more than seven members) and is responsible for their safety on wildland and prescribed fire incidents. The FFT1 supervises resources at the FFT2 level and reports to a Single Resource Crew Boss or other assigned supervisor.
What is a Type 3 fire crew?
Type 3. Extended initial attack on wildland fires. IC walks the line between a manager and a ‘doer’ Resources may vary from several single resources to several task forces or strike teams. Some Command/General Staff positions (ie, Division Supervisor, Unit Leader), may be filled.
What is a six alarm fire?
There are 3 engines and a ladder added after each alarm. 18 Engine companies, 6 Ladders, 1 Rescue, and at least one Battalion Chief are included in a 6th alarm.
What is the difference between FFT1 and FFT2?
Can you take s130 online?
The L-180 course will now be presented as a standalone course. This can be accomplished through directing students to complete the Self-Directed (Online) version of the course.
What’s a 4 alarm fire?
FOUR ALARM FIRE A four-alarm fire is a catastrophic fire event that happens only a couple of times a year for most city fire departments. If a dispatch call goes out for a four-alarm fire, you can expect up to 21 emergency vehicles, including 6 battalion chiefs.
What is a Type 4 wildfire?
Type 4. Initial attack or first response to an incident. IC is “hands on” leader and performs all functions of Operations, Logistics, Planning, and Finance. Few resources are used (several individuals or a single strike team) Normally limited to one operational period.
What is 3 alarm fire?
2. Someone or something that is very intense or stressful. Boy, this project has really become a three-alarm fire with all the other problems it’s created.
Where can I download the S-131 course guide?
Instructor Guide and PowerPoint presentations are available for download via the S-131 course page in the NWCG Training Course Catalog. (NFES 002792: S-131 USB Flash Drive Course Materials removed from NWCG National Fire Equipment System Catalog – Part 2: Publications, PMS 449-2)
What do you need to know about S-131 firefighter?
S-131, Firefighter Type 1 is designed to meet the training needs of the Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) and/or Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5) . Topics include operational leadership, communications, LCES, and tactical decision-making.
Is the S-131 student workbook replaced by a handout?
Student Workbook is replaced by in-course handouts, as well as review and reference of Incident Response Pocket Guide (IRPG), PMS 461 and Leading the the Wildland Fire Servic e, PMS 494-2. (NFES 002791: S-131 Student Workbook removed from the NWCG National Fire Equipment System Catalog – Part 2: Publications, PMS 449-2)