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NWCG Glossary of Wildland Fire (PMS 205)

Term Steward Status Definition
IMI Interactivity Levels PMC Fire Planning Management Committee, QMC Qualifications Management Committee, QSSC Qualifications Systems Subcommittee, LMC Logistic and Equipment Management Committee Archived Standards to which IMI products are developed conforming to interactivity level(s) which are appropriate for the instructional design, strategy, media, content, and course specifications.
IMI Level 1 Interactivity PMC Fire Planning Management Committee, QMC Qualifications Management Committee, QSSC Qualifications Systems Subcommittee, LMC Logistic and Equipment Management Committee Archived This is the lowest level of courseware development. It is normally a knowledge familiarity lesson, provided in a linear format (one idea after another).
IMI Level 2 Interactivity PMC Fire Planning Management Committee, QMC Qualifications Management Committee, QSSC Qualifications Systems Subcommittee, LMC Logistic and Equipment Management Committee Archived This involves the recall of more information than a level 1 and allows the student more control over the lesson scenario through screen icons and other peripherals, such as light pens or touch screens. Typically level 2 is used for non-complex operations and maintenance lessons. Simple emulations or simulations are presented to the user. As an example, the user is requested to rotate switches, turn dials, make adjustments, or identify and replace a faulted component as part of a procedure. This also may include simple to standard developed graphics, and/or clip art, and video and audio clips. 
IMI Level 3 Interactivity PMC Fire Planning Management Committee, QMC Qualifications Management Committee, QSSC Qualifications Systems Subcommittee, LMC Logistic and Equipment Management Committee Archived This involves the recall of more complex information (compared to levels 1 and 2) and allows the user an increased level of control over the lesson scenario through peripherals such as light pen, touch screen, track ball, or mouse. Video, graphics, or a combination of both is presented simulating the operation of a system, subsystem, or equipment to the user. The lesson scenario training material typically is complex and involves more frequent use of peripherals to affect a transfer of learning. Operation and maintenance procedures are normally practiced with level 3 scenarios and students may be required to alternate between multiple screens to keep pace with the lesson material. Multiple software branches (two to three levels) and rapid response are provided to support remediation. Emulations and simulations are an integral part of this presentation. This may also include complex developed graphics, and/or clip art, and video and audio clips.
impeller ETSC Equipment/Technology Subcommittee Approved Rotating part of a centrifugal pump which imparts energy to the liquid to be moved. For shearing purposes, the impeller is on a rotating shaft within the body of liquid.
impinge MFES Mobile Fire Equipment Subcommittee Approved Projection of a substance into another; such as, projection of a stream of fluid or chemical product at high velocity.
implementation plan FMSC Fuels Management Subcommittee Approved The design and definition of all the activities, resources, limitations, and contingencies required for successful wildland fire management.
impregnate MFES Mobile Fire Equipment Subcommittee Approved To infuse a substance with particles of another substance. In fiber hose, a process in which a dye or chemical is forced into the yarns to mildew treat or coat the jacket for various reasons.
impulse IWSC Incident Weather Subcommittee Approved A term used in weather primarily to describe a weak disturbance that does not necessarily have an associated storm center or surface low. The disturbance usually does not create severe weather and is frequently associated with a marine air push.
in-stand wind IWSC Incident Weather Subcommittee Approved Wind speed within a stand at about eye level.
incendiary FISC Fire Investigation Subcommittee Approved A burning compound or metal used to produce intense heat or flame, like a bomb.
incendiary device FISC Fire Investigation Subcommittee Approved Contrivance designed and used to start a fire.
incendiary fire FISC Fire Investigation Subcommittee Approved A fire that is intentionally ignited in an area or under circumstances where and when there should not be a fire.
incident QMC Qualifications Management Committee, NISC NIMS Integration Subcommittee Approved An occurrence, either human-caused or a natural phenomenon, that requires action or support by emergency services personnel to prevent or minimize loss of life or damage to property and/or natural resources.
Incident Action Plan (IAP) QMC Qualifications Management Committee, NISC NIMS Integration Subcommittee Approved An oral or written plan containing the objectives established by the Incident Commander or Unified Command and addressing tactics and support activities for the planned operational period, generally 12 to 24 hours.
incident agency FBC Finance/Business Management Committee Approved The organizational unit responsible for the incident activities.
incident assignment FBC Finance/Business Management Committee Approved An assignment to an incident that requires a length of commitment.
incident base QMC Qualifications Management Committee, NISC NIMS Integration Subcommittee Approved A location where personnel coordinate and administer logistics functions for an incident. There is typically only one base per incident. (An incident name or other designator is added to the term Base.) The ICP may be co-located with the Incident Base.
Incident Blanket Purchase Agreement (IBPA) FBC Finance/Business Management Committee Approved A pre-season agreement for equipment, supplies, or services to be used on fire and all-hazards incidents, issued on a Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items, SF-1449 form. I-BPAs are awarded on a competitive basis using commercial item procedures.
Incident Command QMC Qualifications Management Committee, NISC NIMS Integration Subcommittee Approved The ICS organizational element responsible for overall management of the incident and consisting of the Incident Commander or Unified Command and any additional Command Staff activated.
Incident Command Post (ICP) QMC Qualifications Management Committee, NISC NIMS Integration Subcommittee Approved The field location where the primary functions of incident command are performed. The ICP may be co-located with the Incident Base or other incident facilities.
Incident Command System (ICS) QMC Qualifications Management Committee, NISC NIMS Integration Subcommittee Approved A standardized approach to the command, control, and coordination of on-scene incident management, providing a common hierarchy within which personnel from multiple organizations can be effective. ICS is the combination of procedures, personnel, facilities, equipment, and communications operating within a common organizational structure, designed to aid in the management of on-scene resources during incidents. It is used for all kinds of incidents and is applicable to small, as well as large and complex, incidents, including planned events.
Incident Commander (IC) QMC Qualifications Management Committee, NISC NIMS Integration Subcommittee Approved The individual responsible for on-scene incident activities, including developing incident objectives and ordering and releasing resources. The Incident Commander has overall authority and responsibility for conducting incident operations through a Delegation of Authority.
Incident Commander (IC) name IMC Integration Management Committee, DCSC Dispatch Coordination Subcommittee Approved The first (optional) and last name of the Incident Commander(s) currently assigned to the incident.
Incident Communications Center QMC Qualifications Management Committee, NISC NIMS Integration Subcommittee Archived The location of the communications unit and the message center.
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