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Explosives prohibited on national forest lands

8.5x11 flyer that can be edited with more specific text based on regulations in your area. Some places will allow exploding targets at certain times of the year.

Filename
explosivesprohibited.zip
Contact
gbhensley@yahoo.com
Agency
US Forest Service
Size
8.5x11
Thumbnail
Red border with explosives prohibited text; figure shooting tracer ammo; exploding target; respected access is open access logo
Cause
Target Shooting
Language
English
Product
Flyer
Software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Target Audience
Hunting/shooting
Topic Areas
Fire Restrictions/Closures
Year
2018

Only you can prevent wildfires Smokey Bear banner, 38x18

This can be printed on a plotter, laminated and used as a table top display or hung on wall or front of table.

Filename
smokey38x18.zip
Contact
gbhensley@yahoo.com
Agency
US Forest Service
Size
38x18
Geographic Area
Pacific Northwest
Thumbnail
Smokey Bear, only you can prevent wildfires, make sure your campfire is dead out, obey fire restrictions, do not park or drive on dry grass
Cause
Campfire
Language
English
Product
Banner
Software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Target Audience
developed and dispersed
Year
2018

Prevent Wildfires When Target Shooting

The Forest Service fully recognizes hunting and target shooting as valid uses of National Forest System lands. Help protect the reputation of responsible hunters and shooters by obeying restrictions. The use of explosives are banned on national forests in Oregon and Washington.

The following are prohibited:

• Explosives  • Exploding targets

• Fireworks  • Tracer bullets

• Incendiary ammunition

Filename
target11x17.zip
Contact
gbhensley@yahoo.com
Agency
US Forest Service
Size
11x17
Geographic Area
Pacific Northwest
Thumbnail
Prevent WIldfires when target shooting, on a rustic background with red and white target in lower corner
Cause
Target Shooting
Language
English
Product
Poster
Software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Target Audience
Hunting/shooting
Year
2018

Fire Restrictions are In Effect Info Board

This page is designed to be printed on 36x48 paper size on a plotter, but it fits on a 4x4 piece of plywood. Additional information can occupy the 12’ space left on the side. Messages, restrictions and maps can be changed based on location. The second page contains art that can be switched out depending on restrictions. This is meant to be used where people walk up to it and read. It is not a roadside sign, because there is too much content. It is not meant to be a facebook or social media graphic, either.

Filename
4x4aframeportal1_0.zip
Contact
gbhensley@yahoo.com
Agency
US Forest Service
Size
36x48
Geographic Area
Pacific Northwest
Thumbnail
Fire restrictions are in effect with prohibited symbols and campfire alternatives
Cause
Campfire
Language
English
Product
Sign
Software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Target Audience
developed and dispersed
Topic Areas
Fire Restrictions/Closures
Year
2018

Fire Season: Do Not Burn/OK to Burn Tips

Fire Season: Do Not Burn/OK to Burn Tips. Describes burning tips and regulations during Kentucky's fire seasons. You will need to edit based on your state's regulations and seasons.

Filename
safedebrisburning.zip
Contact
gbhensley@yahoo.com
Agency
US Forest Service
Size
8.5x11, 2 sided
Geographic Area
Southern
Thumbnail
Kentucky Division of Forestry Logo, Fire Season, US Forest Service Shield; Flame in trees; Flame with prohibited slash, do not burn; 3 Graphics in a row showing thermometer and sun, second shows wind in trees, third shows sun wilting plant; SUN; why; 3 Graphics in a row showing thermometer and sun, second shows wind in trees, third shows sun wilting plant; Checkmark with OK to burn; Kentucky Division of Forestry Logo, Fire Season, US Forest Service Shield; Flame in trees;
Cause
Debris Burning
Language
English
Product
Flyer
Software
Microsoft Word
Target Audience
Residents
Year
2018

Debris Burn FAQ: How far is 150 feet?

How far is 150 feet? The distance from the 50 yard line to the end zone...That’s how far your burn pile must be from woodlands. This distance will help keep embers from starting a wildfire.

Filename
debrisburn150feet8x11_2.zip
Contact
gbhensley@yahoo.com
Agency
US Forest Service
Size
11x8.5
Geographic Area
Southern
Thumbnail
Debris Burn FAQ: How far is 150 feet? Graphic shows 150 feet in relation to a football field
Cause
Debris Burning
Language
English
Product
Flyer
Software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Target Audience
Residents
Year
2018
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ETC Bulletin 24-001: Discontinued Use of Hot/Cold Beverage Kits - 2024 Field Season

Date: June 4, 2024
Contact: NWCG Equipment Technology Committee 

The purpose of this bulletin is to provide NWCG direction on the discontinued use of hot/cold beverage kits for the 2024 field season due to spout failures and risk of burn injury. As an alternative, coffee heating kits are available for ordering through the cache system to support spike camps and remote resources.

If personnel see hot/cold beverage kits at an incident, these should not be used. Equipment specialists with the National Technology and Development Program are evaluating available alternative options to replace the faulty spouts and continue to coordinate with industry experts.

References:

Equipment Bulletin 24-001: Discontinued Use of Hot/Cold Beverage Kits – 2024 Field Season

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Date: June 4, 2024
Contact: NWCG Incident Business Committee 

The 1990 version of the Emergency Equipment Shift Ticket, OF 297, has been replaced by the updated May 2024 version. The new version of the OF 297 has been modified and improved to meet current incident management needs. The form now has areas to document the staffing of equipment and special rates. IBC has created a one-page help document and 3 completed sample OF-297 forms to assist in this transition, available on the IBC webpage.

References:

Incident Business Committee

Emergency Equipment Shift Ticket, OF 297

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Contact: NWCG Emergency Medical Committee 

The NWCG Emergency Medical Committee (EMC) announces the recipients of the 2023 Wildland Fire EMS Awards. EMC annually recognizes individuals and groups who have demonstrated outstanding actions or accomplishments that are above and beyond the expectation of one’s normal mission or job duties.

Congratulations to all the awardees and nominees. Through leadership and initiative, they have made significant contributions to the safety of the wildland fire community. These awards are well deserved.

References:

2023 Wildland Fire EMS Awards

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Next Generation Position Task Books

Date: May 21, 2024
Contact: NWCG Training 

NWCG is excited to announce the release of Next Generation Position Task Books (Next Gen PTBs). The Next Gen PTB is part of the Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) effort. Next Gen PTBs are intended to be used in conjunction with Incident Position Standards to support constructive conversations between trainees and evaluators, set baseline standards, and enhance speed to competency.

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References:

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Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM)