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S-290, Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior


  • OCFA RFOTC, Classroom 3 1 Fire Authority Road Irvine United States (map)

Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior

S-290

Description:

This is a classroom-based skills course designed to prepare the prospective fire line supervisor to undertake safe and effective fire management operations.  It is the second course in a series that collectively serves to develop fire behavior prediction knowledge and skills.  Fire environment differences are discussed as necessary; instructor should stress local conditions.  There will be mandatory pre-coursework and a qualifying exam associated with this class.

*Classroom version required for OCFA BC and FC promotional tests and any overhead position*

Prerequisite:

  • S-190: Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

Instructors:

Retired OCFA FC Jeff Shelton and Cadre


DISCLAIMER:

After submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list while we review all attendees. Once your registration is approved, you will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is accepted into the class but becomes unable to attend, it is expected that they provide prompt advance notice of the cancellation, thereby allowing others the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification will result in the issuance of a "No Call/No Show Report" to the Training Chief of their respective agency. This information will be diligently monitored to assess attendance for future class offerings. 


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