In partnership with Ktunaxa Nation, two fire courses will be offered with priority given to the Indigenous community.
Funding is available for Inigenous participants by contacting KNC Education and Employment at KNCEE@ktunaxa.org or at 250-489-2464.
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Enrollment will begin again on May 01 after confirmations are solidified.
S219 Firing Operations
In person two-day course that follows the NWCG standard with a BC lens, customized for the audience and future projects.
At the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Identify the roles and responsibilities of the Firing Boss for planning, execution, safety, coordination, and evaluation of an ignition operation on a wildland or prescribed fire.
2. Describe the characteristics, applications, safety and availability of the various firing devices a Firing Boss has at their disposal.
3. Given a wildland or prescribed scenario, prepare a firing plan and briefing that contains desired fire behavior, firing techniques, required resources, coordination, safety and risk management factors, and communication, to meet specific objectives.
4. Practice the role of a Firing Boss through exercises that cover organizing, briefing, communications, and firing scenarios.
Two days including a half day outside. There is no live fire. Mininum of 14 students up to a maximum of 20. This course comes with a student workbook.
S-219 Firing Operations Pre Course Work
This pre-course work is a required step to ensure you're fully prepared for our two days of hands-on training in firing operations.
To get started:
Watch the introductory video.
Review the additional video links provided in the download.
We’re excited to have you join us and look forward to exploring firing and ignition operations together!