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S-230 Single Resource Boss

Welcome to Crew Boss (Single Resource) . S-230 is a 24 hour course designed to meet the training needs of a Crew Boss on an incident as outlined in the Wildland Fire Qualification System Guide, PMS 310-1, and the Position Task Book (PTB) developed for the position.

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Prerequisite qualifications and training.

Qualified as Firefighter Type 1 ( FFT1 ).

Successful completion of Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior ( S-290 ).

Satisfactory completion of pre-course work.

Self-Directed (Online) S-290 Delivery Instructions

This online course (estimate 15 hours) builds upon the basics in S-190, Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior but provides more detailed information about characteristics and interactions of the wildland fire environment (fuels, weather, and topography) that affect wildland fire behavior for safety purposes. The course is designed for personnel desiring to be qualified as any single resource boss or fire effects monitor (FEMO). Additional information about the course can be found on the Overview page .

Instructions

Complete the online course linked here: https://www.meted.ucar.edu/training_course.php?id=14 You will be directed to the COMET MetEd website. You will need an COMET MetEd account, before starting the course, to receive an NWCG certificate of completion for this course; follow directions on the COMET MetEd website to obtain an account. It is important to read the Overview tab on the COMET MetEd website regarding additional requirements about NWCG course certificate.

Print the NWCG certificate of completion per the COMET MetEd directions. Keep the certificate as proof of successful completion of the course.

This course will use a combination of live screen casts, group exercises, self-study assignments, and quizzes to meet the course objectives followed by a final exam.

The instructor will lead you through the 24 hours of coursework, assigning exercises that will be accomplished through self-study or group screen casts. Quizzes and group presentations will be used to assess learning.

There are quizzes throughout the course. The scores from the quizzes will be averaged with your final exam score to get your overall grade for the course. You must achieve a score of at least 70% to pass the course. Those students who don't achieve 70% may be given added assignments to improve their score.

Students are expected to attend all screencast sessions, whether instructor-led or in groups, and to participate in group presentations.

Zoom Meeting

The Zoom conferencing app will be used for the live screencast portions of the class. You will receive an invitation to the meeting before the class begin. You will need to set up your system to use Zoom. It is important that you test Zoom on your system before the morning of the class so we can minimize trouble-shooting time. If you have any issues with Zoom please contact me so I can help walk you through it.

The course materials can be downloaded. Please complete and submit the pre-course work before class begins.

You will use an IRPG throughout the course. If you do not have a copy you can download one below.

S-230 Student Workbook

Introduction

Single Resource Boss (SRB) is a general qualifications label that encompasses different position types, including:

• Crew Boss (CRWB)
• Engine Boss (ENGB)
• Firing Boss (FIRB)
• Tractor/Plow Boss (TRPB)
• Dozer Boss (DOZB)
• Felling Boss (FELB)

Responsibility and Authority

• Leads crew members and resources associated with the type designation, e.g. the Engine Boss directs a wildland fire engine and crew; a Firing Boss directs a firing operation on a wildland fire
• May be assigned responsibility for completing Non-broadcast Burns
• May serve as a course instructor for entry to mid-level wildland fire courses

How to become a Single Resource Boss

A Single Resource Boss must meet minimum training, experience and physical fitness requirements listed below, and complete the NWCG SRB Position Task Book (PTB) as a trainee on multiple fire assignments.

Required Training:

• ICS-200 ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents, or equivalent - IS-200b (FEMA online)
• S-290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior (online)
• S-230 Crew Boss
• Engine Academy (for Engine Boss position) or equivalent class-

Other Training (not required) which supports development of knowledge and skills:

• S-211 Portable Pumps and Water Use
• S-219 Firing Operations
• L-280 Followership to Leadership

Required experience: Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1)

Required Physical Fitness: Arduous, except Firing Boss at Moderate

A Firing Boss serving as a passenger in an aircraft on a wildland fire must have the following training and experience: A-100 Basic Aviation Safety Course, or S-270 Basic Air Operations training; and one trainee experience in the air (this could be from an experienced pilot and/or PLDO operator coaching a first flight or from an experienced FIRB/Burn Boss coaching from the back seat).

For a Firing Boss on the ground utilizing aerial ignition on a prescribed fire, it is recommended (but not required) they have either A-100 or S-270 training. A-100 Basic Aviation Safety Course can be found at Interagency Aviation Training web site.

Position Task Book:

There are multiple sections to the Single Resource Boss PTB. The front section need only be completed once for all position types. Individual type sections of the PTB are completed, evaluated, and certified individually as they represent different positions.

Local Conservancy Burn Boss or Fire Manager may Initialize and Agency Certify the SRB Position Task Book. The Fire Management Coordinator must Initialize and Agency Certify all task books for a designated Fire Manager.

Position Currency

To remain qualified in a Single Resource Boss position:

• Complete Recurrent Training- RT-130 Annual Fireline Safety Refresher
• Complete First Aid / CPR refresher
• Complete annual Physical Fitness testing
• Successfully perform the position (or another position that maintains currency for SRB as identified in PMS 310-1) within a five (5) year timeframe

Position Documentation

A Single Resource Boss is responsible for maintaining awarded training certificates, completed Position Task Books, fitness test documentation, and a log or record of their wildland fire experience. The Conservancy may retain copies of these documents in a state or local office for documenting an individual's information in the IQCS database .

Last updated April 29, 2024.

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Nwcg s-231 engine boss / single resource.

This 16-hour course is targeted to personnel desiring to be qualified as an engine boss (ENGB). This training meets the requirements for NWCG S-231. This is a skill course designed to produce student proficiency in the performance of duties associated with engine boss, single resource (ENGB). Topics include engine and crew capabilities and limitations, information sources, fire size-up considerations, tactics, and wildland/urban interface. Students will be able to perform the tasks of an engine boss in making the tactical decisions required to safely manage an engine on an incident.

For acceptance to this course, students must be qualified as a Wildland Firefighter I (FFTI), show successful completion of Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior (S-290) and successful completion of Crew Boss/Single Resource (S-230).

See below for Course Schedule, Dates, Curriculum Highlights and Costs.

Important Notice Regarding Wildland Training: Upon successful completion of course and subsequent position task book, students will receive the FSA NWCG-compliant Red Card displaying updated qualifications.

Course Schedules, Curriculum Highlights, Costs and Dates

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Units: 1.6 CEUs

Course Fee: $1,000

Optional Expenses: CEU Administration Fee: $35

To Schedule This Course: To schedule this course, please contact the Fire Science Academy by calling (775) 754-6003 or emailing [email protected]

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