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NWCG Standards for Fire Equipment Storage and Refurbishing, PMS 448

Read the Introduction for more information on these standards, including where to direct comments, questions, and recommendations. As new items are introduced, current items are discontinued, and/or health and safety issues arise, these standards will be revised to provide updated information. Sort by Update Date to view recent changes.

Item NFES Number Category Updated
Hose – Suction,w/Strainer or Foot Valve 000652 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Synthetic, Lined, 1 1/2” NH X 100’ 001239 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Synthetic, Lined, 1” NPSH X 100’ 001238 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Synthetic,Type II,1 1/2” NH X 100’ 000933 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose – Synthetic,Type II,1” NPSH X 100’ 000932 Water Handling 2018-03
Hose Roller – Electric 000633 Small Engine Equipment 2017-05
Hose Roller – Gas 000665 Small Engine Equipment 2017-05
Increaser - 1 1/2'' NH-F TO 2 1/2'' IP-M 000204 Water Handling 2017-05
Increaser – 1 1/2” NH-F (9 TPI) TO 2” NPSH-M (11 1/2 TPI) 000854 Water Handling 2017-05
Increaser – 1” NPSH-F (11 1/2 TPI) TO 1 1/2” NH-M (9 TPI) 000416 Water Handling 2017-05
Increaser – 3/4” NH TO 1” NPSH 002235 Water Handling 2017-05
Jean – BDU, KEVLAR/NOMEX, 26-30” X 30” Inseam 002954 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – BDU, KEVLAR/NOMEX, 26-30” X 33” inseam 002955 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – BDU, KEVLAR/NOMEX, 28-32” X 30” Inseam 002956 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – BDU, KEVLAR/NOMEX, 28-32” X 34” Inseam 002944 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – BDU, KEVLAR/NOMEX, 30-34”X 34” inseam 002945 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – BDU, KEVLAR/NOMEX, 32-36” X 30” Inseam 002958 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – BDU, KEVLAR/NOMEX, 32-36” X 34” Inseam 002946 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – BDU, KEVLAR/NOMEX, 32-36” X 36” Inseam 002293 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – BDU, KEVLAR/NOMEX, 34-38” X 30” Inseam 002959 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – BDU, KEVLAR/NOMEX, 34-38” X 34” Inseam 002947 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – BDU, KEVLAR/NOMEX, 34-38” X 36” Inseam 002294 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – BDU, KEVLAR/NOMEX, 36-40” X 30” Inseam 002963 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – BDU, KEVLAR/NOMEX, 36-40” X 34” Inseam 002948 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – BDU, KEVLAR/NOMEX, 36-40” X 36” Inseam 002295 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – BDU, KEVLAR/NOMEX, 38-42” X 30” Inseam 002964 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – BDU, KEVLAR/NOMEX, 38-42” X 33” Inseam 002965 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – BDU, KEVLAR/NOMEX, 38-42” X 36” Inseam 002296 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – BDU, KEVLAR/NOMEX, 40-44” X 30” Inseam 002966 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – BDU, KEVLAR/NOMEX, 40-44” X 33” Inseam 002967 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 24-28” X 30” Inseam 002737 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 24-28” X 33” Inseam 002738 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 26-30” X 30” Inseam 002800 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 26-30” X 34” Inseam 002700 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 26-30” X 36” Inseam 002841 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 28-32” X 30” Inseam 002801 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 28-32” X 34” Inseam 002701 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 28-32” X 36” Inseam 002843 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 30-34” X 30” Inseam 002802 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 30-34” X 34” Inseam 002702 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 30-34” X 36” Inseam 002844 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 32-36” X 30” Inseam 002803 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 32-36” X 34” Inseam 002703 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 32-36” X 36” Inseam 002845 Clothing 2017-05
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 34-38” X 30” Inseam 002804 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 34-38” X 34” Inseam 008704 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 34-38” X 36” Inseam 002847 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 36-40” X 30” Inseam 002805 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 36-40” X 34” Inseam 002705 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 36-40” X 36” Inseam 002848 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 38-42” X 30” Inseam 002806 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 38-42” X 34” Inseam 002706 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 38-42” X 36” Inseam 002849 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 40-44” X 30” Inseam 002807 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 40-44” X 34” Inseam 002707 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 40-44” X 36” Inseam 002850 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 44-48” X 30” Inseam 002842 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 44-48” X 33” Inseam 002846 Clothing 2023-06
Jean – Flame Resistant, BDU, 44-48” X 36” Inseam 002851 Clothing 2023-06
Kit – Coffee Heating 000480 Kits 2017-05
Kit – First Aid, 10-person, Belt 001143 Kits 2017-05
Kit – First Aid, Type III, 24-person 001604 Kits 2017-05
Kit – Insulation, Shelter, 20’ Octagon 000581 Camp 2020-07
Kit – Shelter, 20’ Octagon 000549 Kits 2017-05
Ladder – Step, 8’ Fiberglass 000586 Camp 2017-05
Lantern – Camp, Electric, Fluorescent 002501 Camp 2018-03
Leadline – 12’, 3000 lb. Capacity 000528 Aviation 2017-05
Leadline – Helicopter, External Loads, 6,000 lbs. 000380 Aviation 2017-05
Liner – Fire Shelter, M2002, Carrying Case 000928 PPE 2017-05
Litter – S.K.E.D 001670 Medical 2017-05
Mat, Sleeping – 3/8” x 23 5/8” x 74 ¾”, Polyethylene 001566 Camp 2019-02
McLeod – 11” Wide w/Plastic Sheath 000296 Tools 2018-03
Net – Cargo, 10’X10’, 300 LB Capacity, Lightweight 000795 Aviation 2017-05
Net – Cargo, 12’ X 12’, Polypropylene, 3000 lbs. Capacity 000531 Aviation 2017-05
Net – Cargo, 15’X 15’, 6,000 lb. Capacity 000458 Aviation 2021-05
Nozzle – Combination, Barrel, KK 1” 001081 Water Handling 2024-06
Nozzle – Combination, Barrel, KK 1½” 001082 Water Handling 2024-06
Nozzle – Fire Foam, 1 1/2” NH, 16 GPM, Plastic 000628 Water Handling 2017-05
Nozzle – Fire Foam, 1 1/2” NH, 30 GPM, Plastic 000629 Water Handling 2017-05
Nozzle – Garden Hose, 3/4” NH, Adjustable 000136 Water Handling 2024-05
Nozzle – Plastic, 35 GPM, 1” NPSH-F 000138 Water Handling 2024-05
Nozzle – Plastic, 60 GPM, 1 1/2” NH-F X 4 3/4” Long 000137 Water Handling 2024-05
Nozzle – Plastic, Fire Foam, 8 GPM 000627 Water Handling 2017-05
Nozzle – Twin Tip, Combination, 1” NPSH-F 000024 Water Handling 2024-05
Pack – Fireline, Blue 000678 Cordura 2018-03
Pack – Fireline, Complete, Blue (w/canteen case and stuff sack) 000674 Cordura 2018-03
Pack – Personal Gear 001855 Cordura 2018-03
Pack – Personal Gear, M-2014 000679 Cordura 2018-03
Packsack – Waterproof, w/Straps 000744 Cordura 2018-03
Pallet Jack – Truck 007233 Miscellaneous 2020-07
Pole – Ridge, 16’ 000089 Camp 2022-05
Pole – Upright, Adjustable 000083 Camp 2017-05
Pulaski – w/Plastic Sheath 000146 Tools 2018-03
Puller – Fencepost 000011 Miscellaneous 2017-05
Pump – 1½” Floating, Waterous 007646 Small Engine Equipment 2017-05
Pump – 1½” Multiquip, 5.5 HP 007647 Small Engine Equipment 2017-05
Pump – 2½”, 6.5 –13HP, Centrifugal 007648 Small Engine Equipment 2017-05
Pump – Backpack, Outfit, 5 1/2” X 15 1/2” X 19” 001149 Water Handling 2022-05
Pump – Barrel, For 55 GL Drum 000149 Fuel Handling 2021-05
Pump – Fire, Portable, High Pressure w/Fuel Line 000148 Small Engine Equipment 2017-05
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NWCG Latest Announcements

NWCG Risk Management Committee Releases Safety Bulletin: 24-001 Use of Respirators on Wildland Fires

Date: November 7, 2024
Contact: Risk Management Committee

The Risk Management Committee (RMC) has released Safety Bulletin: 24-001 Use of Respirators on Wildland Fires. As wildland fire respirators are available through several established vendors, wildland fire personnel need to understand regulations and limitations of respirator use in the workplace.

Safety Bulletin 24-001 outlines the following topics regarding respirator use for wildland fires:

  • Requirements for Respirator Use
  • Voluntary Respirator Use
  • Current Respirator Options
  • Unknown Risks of Respirator Use

This bulletin also provides mitigation recommendations to help reduce smoke exposure for wildland firefighting efforts.

References:

NWCG Safety Bulletin: 24-001 Use of Respirators on Wildland Fires

NWCG Smoke Management Guide for Prescribed Fire, PMS 420-3

VIDEO: Protecting Wildfire Personnel from Smoke - How Incident Management Teams Address Smokes Risks

VIDEO: Smoke, Knowing the Risks

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.

Should you have any issues with accessing or using the WFLP, please use the link below to submit a ticket through the Help Center.

References:

Wildland Fire Learning Portal

Wildland Fire Learning Portal Help Center

NWCG Equipment Technology Committee Releases New Equipment Bulletins

Date: September 27, 2024
Contact: Equipment Technology Committee

The Equipment Technology Committee (ETC) has released three new Equipment Bulletins:

  • ETC-EB-24-003 Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) in fuel containers.
  • ETC-EB-24-004 Two-compartment fuel and oil container (Dolmar) unavailable in the United States (US) and reminders for upkeep of current inventories.
  • ETC-EB-24-005 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Inspection, Care, and Maintenance.

These bulletins remind field going personnel of important issues related to equipment for wildland firefighting efforts.

References:

NWCG Alerts

ETC-EB-24-003 Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) in fuel containers

ETC-EB-24-004 Two-compartment fuel and oil container (Dolmar) unavailable in the United States (US) and reminders for upkeep of current inventories

ETC-EB-24-005 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Inspection, Care, and Maintenance