The Fire Effects Monitor (FEMO) is responsible for collecting incident status information from personal observations at the incident, and providing this information to the module leader, crew boss, and other fireline supervisor as directed. The information may include but is not limited to fire perimeter location, onsite weather, fire behavior, fuel conditions, smoke, and fire effects information needed to assess firefighter safety and whether the fire is achieving established incident objectives and requirements. The FEMO reports to their crew supervisor on a wildfire or the Firing Boss (FIRB) or Burn Boss (RXB1/2) on a prescribed fire.
Required Training
- RT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR)
- S-290, Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior
Required Experience
- Satisfactory performance as a Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2)
- AND Completion and Certification of NWCG Fire Effects Monitor (FEMO) Position Task Book, PMS 311-30
Physical Fitness Level: Moderate
Duties involve fieldwork requiring complete control of all physical faculties and may include considerable walking over irregular ground, standing for long periods of time, lifting 25 to 50 pounds, climbing, bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching. Occasional demands may be required for moderately strenuous activities in emergencies over long periods. Individuals usually set their own work pace.
These Positions Maintain Currency For FEMO
- Field Observer (FOBS)
- Fire Behavior Analyst (FBAN)
- Long Term Fire Analyst (LTAN)
FEMO Maintains Currency For These Positions
- Field Observer (FOBS)
- Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2)
Other Training Which Supports Development Of Knowledge And Skills
S-244, Field Observer
RX-310, Introduction to Fire Effects