The Intermediate Faller (FAL2) has demonstrated the proficiency to work unsupervised while engaging in moderate complexity fireline saw operations, including tree felling, bucking, brushing, and limbing. A FAL2 may perform FAL1 tasks under the direct supervision of a FAL1. The FAL2 may serve as a single resource or as a member of a firefighting crew or module and may at times be tasked to provide oversight to other Basic Fallers (FAL3). A FAL2 serving as part of a module, reports to a Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) or one of the Single Resource Bosses (FELB, CRWB, ENGB, FIRB, HMGB). A FAL2 serving as a single resource reports to a Felling Boss (FELB), Strike Team/Task Force Leader (TFLD), or other assigned supervisor. The FAL2 works in the operations functional area.
Required Training
- RT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR)
Required Experience
- Satisfactory performance as a Basic Faller (FAL3)
- AND Completion and Certification of NWCG Intermediate Faller (FAL2) Position Task Book, PMS 311-91*
*The use of the approved NWCG PTB for the FAL2 position is highly encouraged. However, agency-specific evaluation processes that document Completion and Certification of PTB can be used in lieu of the PTB if they meet or exceed the standard identified in the associated position task book.
Physical Fitness Level: Arduous
Duties involve fieldwork requiring physical performance calling for above-average endurance and superior conditioning. These duties may include an occasional demand for extraordinarily strenuous activities in emergencies under adverse environmental conditions and over extended periods of time. Requirements include running, walking, climbing, jumping, twisting, bending, and lifting more than 50 pounds; the pace of work typically is set by the emergency situation.
These Positions Maintain Currency For FAL2
- Advanced Faller (FAL1)
- FAL2 Maintains Currency For These Positions
- Basic Faller (FAL3)
- Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2)
Other Training Which Supports Development Of Knowledge And Skills
- M-410, Facilitative Instructor
- S-131, Firefighter Type 1
- S-219, Firing Operations
- S-211, Portable Pumps and Water Use