Identify the relationship of the single resource boss and firing/prescribed fire ignition specialist within the fire organization.
Review an incident action plan/burn plan and identify ignition elements.
List topics that should be discussed in an ignition crew briefing.
Define an ignition pattern, ignition technique, ignition method, ignition sequence, burnout, backfire, and prescribed fire.
Describe the characteristics of commonly used ignition techniques and patterns.
Describe safety hazards associated with specific ignition techniques and patterns.
Describe how environmental factors (fuel, weather, topography) can affect the choice of ignition techniques and patterns, and the overall ignition sequence.
Write an ignition plan incorporating ignition techniques and patterns.
Explain how the ignition sequence and technique affects resultant fire behavior.
Identify four (4) elements that may affect an ongoing firing operation requiring the ignition specialist/ firing boss to make adjustments to the ignition operation.
List five (5) elements that should be considered when critiquing a completed ignition operation.
Review documentation needs or requirements when evaluating ignition operations.
Define the difference between the terms accident and disaster.
List six (6) recognizable stages of a prescribed fire disaster (Turners Model).
Relate a prescribed fire case study to the developmental sequence of six stages associated with a disaster.
Describe adjustments that must be made to ensure the safety of prescribed fire operations.
Course Description This course introduces common firing devices and general firing operations and techniques. The course provides students with important information concerning general tasks required to be successful in firing operations. Finally, the course will prepare students with the skills necessary to participate in firing or prescribed fire operations. Lab fees required for personal protective equipment. National Wildfire Coordination Group Certificates: S-234 Ignition Operations (if the student meets NWCG minimum requirements-identified below). Credits: 2