COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Wildland Fire Chainsaws, S-212, is an instructor-led course intended to be presented at the local level. The course lessons provide introduction to the function, maintenance and use of internal combustion engine powered chainsaws, and their tactical wildland fire application. Field exercises support entry level training for firefighters with little or no previous experience in operating a chainsaw, providing hands-on cutting experience in surroundings similar to fireline situations.
TARGET GROUP:
Individuals desiring to be qualified as Basic Faller (FAL3), Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5), or Felling Boss, Single Resource (FELB).
PREREQUISITES:
Familiarize Yourself With The Terms Located in The Wildland Fire Chain Saws, S-212
Glossary of Terms Click Here To Download
DESIGNED FOR:
Individuals desiring to be qualified as Basic Faller (FAL3), Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5), or Felling Boss, Single Resource (FELB).
STUDENTS MUST BRING THE FOLLOWING TO CLASS:
- S-212 Student Workbook Click Here To Download
- Approved hardhat (full brim or cap style). Western Fire Supply Link
- Wrap-around eye protection (safety glasses or shield). Western Fire Supply Link
- Hearing protection (earplugs or muffs) with NRR (Noise Reduction Rating) of 20 or more. Western Fire Supply Link
- Gloves that are slip-resistant and appropriate for the weather conditions. Western Fire Supply Link
- Field clothes with PPE Western Fire Supply Link
- Day pack for field exercises Western Fire Supply Link
- Cut-resistant boots with non-slip sole (generally, leather with Vibram-sole.) Western Fire Supply Link
- Approved chain saw chaps. Western Fire Supply Link
- Incident Response Pocket Guide. Click Here To Download
- A chainsaw equipped with a 20-24" guide bar in good working condition, with chain brake and saw tool kit with owner’s manual for your chain saw.
- Owner's manuals can be downloaded from the manufacturer websites:
- A 3-5 pound falling axe, wedges and wedge pouch. Western Fire Supply Link
- An approved fuel container, with a fresh mix of the recommended 50:1 gasoline/2 cycle oil ratio; and chain saw bar oil. Western Fire Supply Link
NOTES:
ADDITIONAL REOURCES:
Position Qualification Requirements PMS 310-1 FAL3, FAL2, FAL1
NWGS Faller Task Book For FAL3, FAL2, FAL1