Fire Management 2022 Program Guide
will be accepted. Consideration should be given to cost effectiveness of the training program. Contact the Area FMO with desired class information and recommended time and place. The Warden or Area FMO will contact the coordinator who will make arrangements for the class. Area training committee representatives should be notified of courses offered in the area to place on the Google training calendar for further coordination. It is recommended that desired training be planned well in advance. Training which the Fire Warden can coordinate and instruct themselves or with limited assistance is encouraged. Training materials can be obtained from the DTO or UFRA. The Area FMO, DTO and UWTC will inform the Fire Wardens of training classes/workshops that are available locally and regionally by way of the Google training calendar. The Fire Warden should be aware of training sessions and opportunities available from cooperating agencies (BLM, USFS, NPS, BIA). This training information also needs to be passed onto the fire departments by the Fire Warden or Area FMO. Individuals seeking NWCG qualifications beyond those offered by the UFRA Certification Office will be required to meet the standards identified in the current version of the Wildland Fire Qualification System Guide PMS 310-1. To become fully qualified, individuals must meet all required training listed, experience, and physical fitness requirements.
RED CARDS FOR FIRE DEPARTMENTS FFSL will issue Red Cards to fire departments that demonstrate completion of required NWCG training and field proficiency as outlined by NWCG 310-1 and the Utah WIldland Training Committee (UWTC).
UFRA CERTIFICATION The fire departments can request testing through the Certification Office at UFRA. Candidates are required to take a written and manipulative skills test. At the time of testing the departments must produce the training records and the physical fitness test records of their staff that are certifying. There is a fee of $20.00 for the written test. The department requests certification to the Certification Office at UFRA. UFRA will issue certification. There is a $20 fee for certification.
NWCG FOR FIRE DEPARTMENTS Fire Departments can work with their Area FMO to facilitate the delivery of the NWCG courses for both Online and Instructor led. Students will be required to complete all courses with a score of 70% or greater to pass.
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