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Logistics Section Chief Complex

***S-420, Command and General Staff or L-481, Advanced Leadership for Command and General Staff or O-305, Type 3 All-Hazard Incident Management Team, and I-400, Advanced ICS for Command and General Staff, must be completed before initiating the NWCG Logistics Section Chief Complex, Position Task Book, PMS 311-133.

NWCG Wildland Fire Position Qualification Flow Chart, PMS 308

LSCC Qualification Requirements

Required Training

Required Experience

  • Satisfactory performance as a Logistics Section Chief Type 2 (LSC2)

OR

  • Satisfactory performance as a Facilities Unit Leader (FACL)
  • AND Completion and Certification of NWCG Logistic Section Chief Complex (LSCC) Position Task Book, PMS 311-133

OR

  • Satisfactory performance as a Ground Support Unit Leader (GSUL)
  • AND Completion and Certification of NWCG Logistic Section Chief Complex (LSCC) Position Task Book, PMS 311-133

OR

  • Satisfactory performance as a Supply Unit Leader (SPUL)
  • AND Completion and Certification of NWCG Logistic Section Chief Complex (LSCC) Position Task Book, PMS 311-133

OR

  • Satisfactory performance as a Logistics Section Chief Type 3 (LSC3)
  • AND Completion and Certification of NWCG Logistic Section Chief Complex (LSCC) Position Task Book, PMS 311-133

OR

  • Satisfactory performance as a Operations Section Chief Complex (OSCC)
  • AND Completion and Certification of NWCG Logistic Section Chief Complex (LSCC) Position Task Book, PMS 311-133 (see note)

OR

  • Satisfactory performance as a Planning Section Chief Complex (PSCC)
  • AND Completion and Certification of NWCG Logistic Section Chief Complex (LSCC) Position Task Book, PMS 311-133 (see note)

OR

  • Satisfactory performance as a Safety Officer Complex (SOFC)
  • AND Completion and Certification of NWCG Logistic Section Chief Complex (LSCC) Position Task Book, PMS 311-133 (see note)

Note: Individuals utilizing this pathway must complete the Logistics Section Chief Course (E/L 967) prior to position qualification.

Physical Fitness Level: None Required

Position does not require a physical fitness level.

These Positions Maintain Currency For LSCC

  • Assistant Area Commander, Logistics (ACLC)
  • Facilities Unit Leader (FACL)
  • Ground Support Unit Leader (GSUL)
  • Incident Commander Complex (ICCI)
  • Incident Commander Type 1 (ICT1)
  • Incident Commander Type 2 (ICT2)
  • Logistics Section Chief Type 1 (LSC1)
  • Logistics Section Chief Type 2 (LSC2)
  • Logistics Section Chief Type 3 (LSC3)
  • Supply Unit Leader (SPUL)

LSCC Maintains Currency For These Positions

  • Assistant Area Commander Logistics (ACLC)
  • Base/Camp Manager (BCMG)
  • Equipment Manager (EQPM)
  • Facilities Unit Leader (FACL)
  • Ground Support Unit Leader (GSUL)
  • Incident Commander Complex (ICCI)
  • Incident Commander Type 1 (ICT1)
  • Incident Commander Type 2 (ICT2)
  • Logistics Section Chief Type 1 (LSC1)
  • Logistics Section Chief Type 2 (LSC2)
  • Logistics Section Chief Type 3 (LSC3)
  • Ordering Manager (ORDM)
  • Receiving/Distribution Manager (RCDM)
  • Supply Unit Leader (SPUL)

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The Incident Position Standards and Next Generation Position Task Book are now available for Medical Unit Leader (MEDL)

Date: October 16, 2024
Contact: Incident Medical Subcommittee

NWCG is excited to announce that the NWCG Incident Position Standards for Medical Unit Leader, PMS 350-39 and NWCG Position Task Book for Medical Unit Leader (MEDL), PMS 311-39 are now available.

The Performance Support Package, which for MEDL includes the Incident Position Standards and Next Generation Position Task Book, were developed through the Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) effort. The Performance Support Package will support trainees, those qualified in the position, and evaluators.

References:

NWCG Medical Unit Leader Position Page

NWCG Incident Position Standards for Medical Unit Leader, PMS 350-39

NWCG Position Task Book for Medical Unit Leader (MEDL), PMS 311-39

The Wildland Fire Learning Portal is Now Available

Date: October 9, 2024
Contact: Wildland Fire Learning Portal

The Wildland Fire Learning Portal (WFLP) is back online following a migration to a new learning management system (LMS) application. The WFLP team is actively addressing any issues that may arise as a result of the update, and appreciates your patience as the team works to enhance your experience. NWCG will share information from the WFLP as it is available.

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Date: September 27, 2024
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The Equipment Technology Committee (ETC) has released three new Equipment Bulletins:

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