ORDERING MANAGER J-252 - US Department of Agriculture

ORDERING MANAGERJ-252Job AidOctober, 2003NFES 1555

ORDERING MANAGERJ-252Job AidOctober, 2003NFES 1555Sponsored for NWCG publication by the NWCG Training Working TeamComments regarding the content of this publication should be directed to:National Interagency Fire Center, National Fire Training Support Group, 3833S. Development Ave., Boise, Idaho 83705. Email:nwcg_standards@nifc.blm.gov.Additional copies of this publication may be ordered from National InteragencyFire Center, ATTN: Great Basin Cache Supply Office, 3833 South DevelopmentAvenue, Boise, Idaho 83705. Order NFES 1555.

TABLE OF CONTENTSINTRODUCTION......................................................4I. GENERALObtain and Assemble Materials Needed forKit .....................................................................7Documentation Forms ....................................7Miscellaneous Items ...................................... 8II.MOBILIZATIONA. Information from Local Dispatch Upon InitialActivation..........................................................9B. Gather Information ....................................... 10III.INCIDENT ACTIVITIESA. Incident and Check-in .................................. 11B. Briefing from Supply Unit Leader (SUPL) ...11C. Establish Ordering Procedures................... 13D. Written Request for Supplies andResources .................................................... 15E. Establish Ordering Channels ....................... 161

TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued)F. Maintain Filing System ................................. 19G. Reconcile Resource Orders ....................... 19H. Notification to Receiving and DistributionManager (RCDM) of Placed Orders ........... 20I. Briefing Subordinate(s) and ReliefPersonnel ..................................................... 21J. Coordination with Appropriate Personnel ... 22K. Reports Required by the SUPL .................. 23L. Evaluate Performance of Subordinate(s) ... 23IV.DEMOBILIZATIONA. Demobilization of Incident Supplies andEquipment .................................................... 23B. Demobilization of Ordering UnitPersonnel ..................................................... 252

TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued)APPENDICESAppendix A, Check-out Authority .......................... 27Appendix B, ICS 213, General Message,Example ................................................................. 29Appendix C, Resource Order Examples andInstructions ............................................................. 31Appendix D, 24-Hour Clock .................................. 43Appendix E, Glossary of Terms andAcronyms .............................................................. 453

ORDERING MANAGER (ORDM)JOB AID, J-252 INTRODUCTIONThe Ordering Manager has been identified as aposition within the Incident Command System(ICS). The J-252 job aid, which supports thisposition, is part of the National WildfireCoordination Group's (NWCG), Wildland FireSuppression Curriculum. The subjects within theperformance based curriculum may beadministered by either an instructor led formaltraining course or by the use of job aids. It is highlysuggested that the trainee have previous incidentexperience.Job aids are "how to" books that assist an individualin performing specific tasks associated with aposition. They may be used by an individual, in atrainee position, who has met all of theprerequisites, but has not completed the positiontask book for that position. They are also used afterthe individual has become qualified, as an aid orrefresher in doing the job.The performance based qualification systemstipulates that an individual must complete aPosition Task Book prior to becoming qualified forthat position. Refer to the "Wildland andPrescribed Fire Qualification System Guide, PMS310-1" for the established standards for thisposition. It is recommended that this job aid beissued when the position task book is initiated.4

This job aid has been developed by an interagencydevelopment group with guidance from the NationalInteragency Fire Center, Fire Training underauthority of the NWCG, with coordination andassistance of personnel from the followingagencies:UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THEINTERIORBureau of Land ManagementTrenna ButlerEd RyanMarianne SchappekUNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTUREForest ServiceLynn BurtonDEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCESState of Wisconsin, Division of ForestryKen TerrillNATIONAL INTERAGENCY FIRE CENTERFire Training, NWCG Development UnitKarin NicholsJan HendrickWe appreciate the efforts of those peopleassociated with the development and review of thispackage.5

Sponsored for NWCG publication by the NWCGTraining Working Team, October, 2003.Comments regarding the content of this publicationshould be directed to: National Interagency FireCenter, Fire Training, 3833 South DevelopmentAvenue, Boise, Idaho 83705.Email: nwcg_standards@nifc.blm.govAdditional copies of this publication may beordered from: National Interagency Fire Center,ATTN: Great Basin Cache Supply Office, 3833 S.Development Avenue, Boise, Idaho 83705. OrderNFES #1555.6

I. GENERALObtain and Assemble Materials Needed forKit.Kit will be assembled and prepared prior toreceiving an assignment. Kit will containcritical items needed for functioning duringthe first 48 hours. Kit will be easilytransportable and within agency weightlimitation. Web gear or briefcase (not both)should not exceed 20 pounds. Proof of Incident qualifications (Red Card) Position Task book, NFES 2353 Fireline Handbook, PMS 410-1, NFES0065 Expanded Dispatch Job Aid, NFES 2400 National Fire Equipment System Catalog,NFES 0362 Mnemonics data table National Mobilization Guide, NFES 2092Documentation Forms: ICS 213, General Message, NFES 1336 ICS 214, Unit Log, NFES 1337 ICS 219, Resource Status Card (T-Card),NFES 1342 and holder (optional) ICS 226, Individual Performance Rating,NFES 20747

II.MOBILIZATIONA. Obtain Complete Information From LocalDispatch Upon Initial Activation.1. Obtain a copy of the order form whichcontains:• Incident/Project name• Incident/Project order number• Office reference number (costcode)• Descriptive location/responsearea• Legal location (township, range,section)• Incident frequencies (if available)• Incident base/phone number(contact)• Request number• Reporting date/time and location,e.g., Incident Command Post(ICP)• Transportation arrangements androutes• Special instructionsRetain a copy of this order form for yourpersonal fire experience record.9

2. The individual will have:• Frameless soft pack containingpersonal gear, not to exceed 45lb.• ORDM kit, not to exceed 20 lb.• Proper Personal ProtectiveEquipment (PPE) for the job.B. Gather InformationGather all available information necessary toaccurately assess incident; make appropriatedecisions about immediate needs andactions including:• Type of incident- Planned operations, e.g., multipleremote camps, burnoutoperations, water handlingoperations.• Current situation status• Expected duration of incident• Terrain• Weather (current and expected)10

III.INCIDENT ACTIVITIESA. Arrive at Incident and Check In• Locate supervisor (supply unit leader;SUPL.)• Report to status check-in recorder andcomplete ICS 211, Check-in List.• Report to the finance/administrationsection for time keeping procedures.B. Obtain Briefing from the SUPL.You are responsible for asking adequatequestions that will allow satisfactorycompletion of all job aspects. There are nostupid questions. Briefing should include asa minimum:• Sleeping and eating arrangements.• Location of your work area.• Copies of resource order forms ofsupplies and resources that have beenordered and received.• Personnel ordered for your function,work schedule, policy and operatingprocedures, and chain of command inyour unit.• Projections for additional personnel andequipment, approximate time andnumbers.11

• Responsible agency’s ordering policiesand procedures.• Sources of supplies- Where and with whom do I placeorders?• Phone number(s)?- Expanded dispatch- Agency dispatch office- Buying team- Incident - all functional areas- Vendor/contractor(s)- Fax numbers- Cache• People you will interface with on theincident.- Unit leaders and staff- Expanded dispatch- Buying team• Procurement lead times required forfood, tools, fuel, etc.• Type of communications available.- Fax, radios, phones, cell phones,computers• Location of computer work station(s), ifused.• Identify office needs.• Established/needed securityprocedures.• Procurement restrictions- Examples: flight suits, tents, brushjackets, commissary items,supplemental foods.12

• Establish briefing procedures within thesupply unit.• Request a current copy of the IncidentAction Plan (IAP) and incident map.Supply Unit LeaderOrderingManagerRecordersReceivingandDistributionRecordersHelpersTool andEquipmentSpecialistC. Establish Ordering Procedures.Tool Attendants• Identify who has ordering authority.- Crew boss, unit leaders, etc.See Appendix A, Check-out Authorityexample.• Identify the source from which you areordering supplies, e.g., expandeddispatch, direct to fire cache, or directto the buying team.• Identify type of tracking system beingused.• Ensure the consolidation of identicalsupply requests.- Check previous orders forduplication and verify forcorrectness.13

- Check with other unit leaders forpossibility of moving excessresources within the camp beforeordering more, e.g., portable toiletneeded for the helibase; checkwith the facilities unit leader(FACL).• Identify who is responsible forassigning request numbers, e.g.,ordering manager, expanded dispatch,buying team.• Follow resource order system fordocumenting requests for placementand completion of orders.• Verify with ordering unit for anysupplemental items that may berequired to complete an order.• Ensure that the person placing therequest has checked with receiving anddistribution for item(s) needed.• Coordinate ordering timeframes withexpanded dispatch or other orderingpoints.• If possible, meet face-to-face withagency personnel, e.g., expandeddispatch, buying team, and agencydispatch, you will be dealing with duringthese procedures.14

D. Receive Written Request for Supplies andResources Directly from Incident Personnelor Through the Incident CommunicationSystem.1. Request will be documented on a ICS213, General Message, legibly, andcontain the following information:• Request date/time and date/timeneeded.• NFES number (if applicable)• Detailed description of item(s).Be specific with model numbers,brand names, size, etc.• Number desired, units of issue• Any special billing requirements• Whom to notify when item isdelivered• Delivery point(s)• Name of requesting party andagency• Authorized approvalSee Appendix B, ICS 213 General Messageexample15

2. Evaluate and check for supplementalitems needed to complete therequested resource(s).• Examples of these supplementalitemsare:- Helitorch order - otherneeds may include: gas,helicopter, module,mixmaster.- 1 ½” & 1” Hose ordered -other needs may include:hose appliances, nozzles.- Leaf blower - other needsmay include: extensions,straps, fuel.3. Notify the SUPL of requests forresources placed by unauthorizedpersonnel before placing order.E. Place Resource Orders Through EstablishedOrdering Channels.1. After receiving request on a ICS 213,General Message, transfer informationonto an appropriate resource orderform.16

A – Aircraft, including:• air tankers• single engine air tankers (SEAT)• helicopters• large air transport• light fixed-wing• frequencies• Temporary Flight Restrictions(TFR)C – Crews, including:• hand (Type 1, 2, 2 IA)• camp• inmateO-Overhead, including:• incident management teams• technical specialists (THSP)E-Equipment- Major fire fighting andsupport items, including:• engines• dozers• caterers (food units)• contract showers• specialized itemsS-Supplies-, including:• NFES cache items- consumable, durable, andaccountable propertyitems• Items not available from the cache- rented items- local purchase items17

When all items are released, reassigned, or ifall supplies have been shipped, the order isready to close. The expanded dispatch andthe supply unit must review the order andensure all necessary documentation iscomplete and the resources have beenreleased.See Appendix C for examples of resourceorder forms and instructions for filling out thisform.2. Place order via telephone, fax or radio,to either expanded dispatch or otherordering point.3. Receive request number that has beenmutually agreed upon.• Record request number onto theoriginal ICS 213, GeneralMessage form and retain topcopy. Distribute the other copiesas follows:- Copy to receiving anddistribution for supplies.- Copy to the buying team ifapplicable.18

- Copy to requester whenorder has been confirmed.Notify requester of status oforder, especially if problemsare encountered.F. Set up and Maintain Filing System.Establish a filing system to track:• The file system will be keptcurrent as resource orders areplaced or received.• File original copy of generalmessage(s) by individual days orunit placing the order.Whether the system is a series of boxes, apiece of canvas with pockets, or a filingcabinet, does not matter as long as it isfunctional and works as a status keepingsystem.G. Reconcile Resource Orders.• The ORDM is responsible forreconciling (balancing) orders.• Using the resource order form, withinthe established length of time, ensureconfirmation that previously placedorders have been filled, killed,outstanding, or canceled.19

• The ORDM must work closely with theRCDM, GSUL (ground support unitleader), resource unit, expandeddispatch, and buying team for feedbackon the arrivals of all items andpersonnel ordered.• Progressively document, check andconfirm all new and existing resourceorders, including delivery times,method of delivery and location.• Information is passed on to therequester as it becomes available.• All problems or questions are broughtto the SUPL and documented in the unitlog.H. Keep RCDM Informed of Orders Placed.• Ensure the pink copy of the ICS 213,General Message of suppliesrequested is given to the RCDM.• Update the RCDM of pending deliveryof supplies.• Update the planning and logisticssection of overhead and crew arrivalsfor additional meals needed andsleeping arrangements.20

I. Brief Subordinates and Relief Personnel.1. Staff briefings:• Initial briefing• Daily briefing(s)- New personnel- Special problems, e.g.,injuries- Changes of policy andoperating procedures.- Upcoming operationalneeds, e.g., burnout, remotecamps- Outstanding orders- Canceled orders- Schedule changes- Safety concerns, e.g., work/rest compliance, nutrition,work environment.2. Methods of Communication• Briefings• ICS 211, Check-in list• ICS 213, General Message• ICS 214, Unit log• Resource order form• Waybills• Incident Action Plan (IAP)21

3. Communication should:• Be clear and concise• Ask questions• Get feedback• Verbally repeat orders to assureaccuracy• Include legible writingJ. Interact and Coordinate with AppropriateIncident Personnel.• Establish and maintain positiveinterpersonal and interagency workingrelationships.• Establish and maintain communicationwith other unit leaders and staff.• Recognize conflict early and takeappropriate action, e.g., seek the adviceof the logistics section chief (LSC),SUPL, or human resource specialist(HRSP).• Recognize cultural language difficultiesthat impact work output andexpectations.• Integrate cultural resourceconsiderations into all activities.22

K. Prepare and Submit Reports as Required bythe SUPL.• Prepare ICS 214, Unit Log- Events that occur in the orderingunit.- A list of the ORDM’s staff.- Any major timetable problems.- Any new policy guideline changes.- Any problems encountered withsuppliers.• Submit documents in a timely manner tomeet deadlines and/or incidentrequirements.L. Evaluate Performance of Subordinate(s) asRequired by Agency Policy.• Performance evaluations are done forall unit personnel/crews prior to theirrelease from the incident. Performanceevaluations are discussed with theindividual(s).IV.DEMOBILIZATIONA. Demobilization of Incident Supplies andEquipment.Keep in mind demobilization begins when theincident starts23

1. Ongoing activities:• Refile orders in the “placed“ and“confirmed” files as their statuschanges.• Check and determine if unfilledorders are still needed.• Issue “S numbers” to crewsdemobilizing, if restock items arenot available at the incident, toenable them to order replacementitems at the home unit.2. Final demobilization:• Complete reconciliation of allresource orders.• Close out all resource orders andrecords with appropriate unit, e.g.,demobilization, expandeddispatch, initial attack aircraftdispatcher, procurement, buyingteam.• If receiving and distribution cannotrestock unusable supplies orequipment, receive OF-289,Property Lost or DamagedReport; then prepare OF-351,Incident ReplacementRequisition.24

• Turn all ordering records over tothe SUPL.• Provide the SUPL or LSCinformation on unreconciledorders or resources that havenot been demobilized for inclusionin the Transfer of Command Plan.This information should also beprovided to expanded dispatch.• Return all work materials to theappropriate unit.• Return your work area to its preincidentcondition.B. Demobilization of Ordering Unit Personnel.• Submit all required information to theSUPL.• Receive demobilization instructionsfrom the SUPL.• Brief replacement ORDM.• Debrief with supervisor and receivesigned performance appraisal.• Obtain ICS 221, DemobilizationCheckout, from the planning section.• Check out with each section indicatedon the ICS 221.• Submit completed ICS 221 to thedocumentation unit in the planningsection.25

APPENDIX ACHECKOUT AUTHORITY27

APPENDIX BICS 213, GENERAL MESSAGEChamberOrdering ManagerSmithDivision B SupervisorOrder of supplies 8/20 1945I need the following items for the day operational period, by 0600, 8/20I will pickup order1 ea. pump kit, NFES 06705 ea. reducers 1” x 3/4”, NFES 07335 ea. wye 3/4”, NFES 07395 ea. reducer 1 1/2” x 1”, NFES 00105 ea. nozzle 3/4” NFES 013610 LG Hose, garden, NFES 10165 LG Hose, 1”, NFES 09665 LG Hose, 1 1/2” , NFES 0114Smith, DIVS29

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APPENDIX D24-HOUR CLOCK12 Hour 24 Hour Pronounced1 AM ————— 0100 ——— Zero-one hundred2 AM ————— 0200 ——— Zero-two hundred3 AM ————— 0300 ——— Zero-three hundred4 AM ————— 0400 ——— Zero-four hundred5 AM ————— 0500 ——— Zero-five hundred6 AM ————— 0600 ——— Zero-six hundred7 AM ————— 0700 ——— Zero-seven hundred8 AM ————— 0800 ——— Zero-eight hundred9 AM ————— 0900 ——— Zero-nine hundred10 AM ————— 1000 ——— ten hundred11 AM ————— 1100 ——— eleven hundred12 NOON ——— 1200 ——— twelve hundred1 PM ————— 1300 ——— thirteen hundred2 PM ————— 1400 ——— fourteen hundred3 PM ————— 1500 ——— fifteen hundred4 PM ————— 1600 ——— sixteen hundred5 PM ————— 1700 ——— seventeen hundred6 PM ————— 1800 ——— eighteen hundred7 PM ————— 1900 ——— nineteen hundred8 PM ————— 2000 ——— twenty hundred9 PM ————— 2100 ——— twenty-one hundred10 PM ————— 2200 ——— twenty-two hundred11 PM ————— 2300 ——— twenty-three hundred12 Midnight——— 2400 ——— twenty-four hundredTo get 24 hour time, notice that you add 12 to the PM time to get the first twonumbers of the hour, i.e., 8 PM is twenty hundred (8 + 12 = 20).43

APPENDIX EGLOSSARY OF TERMS AND ACRONYMSFor additional fireline terms, refer to Wildland FireTerminology, PMS 205, NFES 1832AccountablePropertyA/CADAGLAIDSAir ContactAir ShowItems with a purchase price of$5,000.00 or more or items thatthe agency considers sensitive(cameras, chainsaws, items withproperty numbers).Aircraft, fixed or rotor wing.Administratively Determined (ratesand pay plan for emergencyworkers.)Above Ground Level, altitudeexpressed in feet above theground.Aerial Ignition Devices - usuallyrefers to a ping pong ball machineor a helitorch.Particular aviation resource tocontact when reporting to a fire.Multiple aircraft over a fire, usuallyincluding air tankers.45

APPENDIX E (continued)Air Tactical ICS position within the operationssection. Air Tactical GroupSupervisor (ATGS), synonymouswith air attack.AirA weather data collection andTransportable forecasting facility consisting ofModular Unit seven modules, weighing a total(ATMU) of 355 pounds and occupying34.2 cubic feet of space whentransported. Requires asupplemental order of helium,procured locally.Alumigel®ALSATAAir TankerATDJelly like substance produced bymixing gasoline and Alumigel®powder. It is then applied with anignition device such as a helitorchto ignite fires.Advanced Life SupportActual Time of ArrivalFixed wing aircraft capable ofdelivering fire retardant (liquid andfoam).Actual Time of Departure46

Av GasAzimuthBack HaulBaseBearingBackpackPumpBDUAPPENDIX E (continued)Fuel for aircraft with internalcombustion engines(reciprocating engines).The horizontal distance in angulardegrees in a clockwise directionfrom the north point.Excess supplies, equipment ortrash returned from a location onan incident.The location at which primarylogistical functions for an incidentare coordinated and administered.There is only one base perincident, e.g., incident commandpost (ICP).Position of an object withreference to a point on acompass.A collapsible backpack made ofneoprene or high strength nylonfabric that carries approximatelyfive gallons of water fittedwith a hand pump. (bladder bag)Battle Dress Uniform; fire resistantpants47

APPENDIX E (continued)Black Water/ Vehicle capable of pumping andSewage Truck hauling raw sewage (black water)to certified sewage treatmentfacility.Booster Pump An intermediary pump forsupplying additional lift in pumpingwater uphill past the capacity ofthe first pump.Casual(EFF)Chief of PartyClamshellCompressedAirFoam System(CAFS)CommoAn employee who is picked uptemporarily for a fire emergency,see AD. Also referredto as Emergency Fire Fighter(EFF)Person in charge of passengerswhile traveling.Reusable battery holder for King®radios. Holds 9 AA batteries.Listed as Holder, Battery, King,NFES 1034.A generic term used to describefoam systems consisting of an aircompressor (air source), waterpump and foam solution.Communications48

APPENDIX E (continued)ConsumablePropertyCoordinationCenterItems that are expected to beconsumed on the incident(batteries, MREs, canteens).Regional/Zone/State level centerfor mobilization of resources toincidents, etc. (dispatch)Coupling, hose A fitting on the end of a hose thatconnects the ends of adjacenthoses or other components ofhose, e.g., male, female, quickconnect, pin lug.Coyote Tactics A progressive line constructiontechnique involving self-sufficientcrews which build fire line until theend of the operational period,remain at or near that point while inan unavailable status and beginbuilding fireline at that point at thestart of the next operationalperiod.CSJRLCubieCotton-Synthetic Jacketed,Rubber Lined hose.Cubitainer: a five gallon containerused for transporting drinkingwater.49

DemobDHSDispatchDivisionDJRLDozerAPPENDIX E (continued)Demobilization, process ofremoving resources, usually offincidents.Department of Homeland SecurityDispatch center; a facility fromwhich resources are assigned toan incident.Incident division, usuallydesignated by a letter, e.g.,Division A.Double Jacketed Rubber Linedhose.A tracked vehicle with a frontmounted blade used for buildingfireline; bulldozer.Dozer tenderBulldozer service unitDrum Lifter A device used to transport a 55gallon drum via a sling on ahelicopter.DurablePropertyNon-accountable items, withuseful life expectancy longer thanone incident.50

EngineEMSEMTETAETDETEExpandedDispatchFAAFBOAPPENDIX E (continued)A truck mounted with a pump andtank (water), used in firesuppression.Emergency Medical ServiceEmergency Medical TechnicianEstimated Time of ArrivalEstimated Time of DepartureEstimated Time En Route.The organization in dispatch that isactivated when the complexity oflogistics coordination approachesa level the initial attack dispatchorganization can no longersupport.Federal Aviation AdministrationFixed Base Operator; usually thelocal airport.51

Fill or KillFire CacheFixed WingFLEFMOAPPENDIX E (continued)Policy designed to indicate abilityto fill an order or if it can not befilled within a reasonable amountof time (1 hour is standard), then“kill” it. Determine whetherto reorder at a later time or cancelthe order. This policy isreferenced in the NationalInteragency Mobilization Guide.A supply of fire tools andequipment assembled in plannedquantities or standard units at astrategic point for exclusive use infire suppression.Aircraft with stationary wings; anairplane.Fire Line Explosives, used forrapid construction of fire line witha small number of speciallytrained personnel.Fire Management Officer52

FoamAPPENDIX E (continued)An extinguishing agent, chemicallyand/or mechanically produced,that blankets and adheres to thefuels to reduce combustion.When foam products are mixed at1% or less, the foam will remaineffective at preventing ignition for12 hours. Works with currentclass A foam delivery systems.Fol-da-tank®FTSGated WyeGHTGorman RuppGray Water(Grey)GreenwichMeanTimeA portable, collapsible water tankwith a tubular frame; varies incapacity from 500-1500 gallons.Federal Telephone SystemA gated valve used in hose lays toallow connection of other hoseswithin the trunk line, e.g., 1” lateralhose with nozzle.Garden Hose Thread, 3/4 inchhose fittingsSmall, portable water pump.Used water from the kitchen andshower units.The time at “0” longitude,Greenwich, England (Zulu time).53

HazardousMaterialAPPENDIX E (continued)Substances that are identified,classified and regulated in theCode of Federal Regulations,Title 49 and Hazardous MaterialsRegulation 175. A hazardousmaterial is a substance or materialwhich has been determined by theDepartment of Transportation tobe capable of posing anunreasonable risk to health, safetyand property when transported incommerce and which has been sodesignated.Head (waterpressure)HelibucketHelitorchPressure due to elevation ofwater. Equals 0.433 pounds persquare inch per foot of elevation.Specially designed bucket carriedby a helicopter like a sling loadand used for aerial delivery ofwater or fire retardants.An aerial ignition device slungbeneath a helicopter to disperseignited lumps of jelled gasoline(Alumigel®).54

APPENDIX E (continued)Hot Food/ Nonreusable cans that are used toDrink Cans ship hot or cold drinks and food toremote locations.Hot Shots, IHC Specially trained seasonal handcrew (type 1).Hoverfill TankIAICImpellerIMSRIncidentLarge, portable tank from whichhelitankers can hoverfill.Initial Attack, first effort tosuppress a fireIncident CommanderRotating part of a centrifugalpump which imparts energy to theliquid to be moved. For shearingpurposes, the impeller is on arotating shaft within the body ofliquid.Incident Management SituationReport (Sit Report). Daily reportgiving the current fire situation inthe United States.An event (fire, flood, earthquake,other disasters)55

APPENDIX E (continued)Incident An organization used to manageCommand an emergency incident or a non-System (ICS) emergency event. It can be usedequally well for both small andlarge situations. The system hasconsiderable internal flexibility. Itcan grow or shrink to meetdiffering needs. This makes it avery cost-effective and efficientmanagement system. Thesystem can be applied to a widevariety of emergency andnon-emergency situations.Incident Action Contains objectives reflecting thePlan (IAP) overall incident strategy andspecific control actions for thenext operational period. Theplan may be oral or written.IncidentOverheadIncreaserAll supervisory positionsdescribed in the incidentcommand system.Increasing coupling used onhose,pump or nozzles to permitconnection of a larger size ofhose.56

InductorInfraredInsideDiameterIR ScanIron PipeStandardThreadKamlockAPPENDIX E (continued)A control mechanism that allows aregulated quantity of foamconcentrate to be introduced intothe main hose line.A heat detection system used forfire detection, mapping and heatsource identification.The internal diameter of a tube,conductor or coupling asdistinguished from the outsidediameter. Fire hose sizes areclassified by a nominal internaldiameter.Infrared survey of a fireStandard system of thread forconnecting various types of rigidpiping. These threads are muchfiner and more difficult to connectin the field than National Standardthreads.Type of fitting that provides quickconnecting/disconnecting hose.57

Lead LineLead PlaneLined FireHoseAPPENDIX E (continued)Line or set of lines made of rope,webbing or cable and used inhelicopter external loadoperations. Placed between aswivel or the cargo hook and theload.Aircraft with pilot used to maketrial runs over the target area tocheck wind, smoke conditions,topography and lead air tankersto the target.Fire hose with a smooth innercoating of rubber or plastic toreduce friction loss.LiquidConcentrateLive Lineor ReelLiquid phosphate fertilizers usedas fire retardants, usually dilutedthree to five times prior toapplication.Hose line or reel on a fire engine,carried connected to the pump,ready for use without makingconnection to pump or attachingnozzle.58

APPENDIX E (continued)LoadAn agency form used to calculateCalculation helicopter load weight.FormLocal AgencyAn agency having jurisdictionalresponsibility for all or part of anincident.Longline A line or set of lines, usually in 50feet increments, used in externalload operations that allow thehelicopter to place loads in areaswhich the helicopter can notland.MACMAFFSMark IIIMark 26MedevacMulti-Agency Coordinating GroupModular Airborne Fire FightingSystem, the military’s air tankerprogram (used when more tankersare needed than there areavailable on contract).Small, portable water pumpPortable water pump (smaller thana Mark III)Emergency medical evacuation59

APPENDIX E (continued)Misery Whip Crosscut sawMISTMix RatioMonitorMob GuidesMopupMREMulticomMudMinimum impact suppressiontacticsThe ratio of liquid foamconcentrate to water, usuallyexpressed as a percent.Turret type nozzle usuallymounted on an engine.Reference used to facilitate themobilization of resources.Includes policies, procedures,and where to find the resources.Extinquish or remove burningmaterial near control lines after anarea has burned to secure the fireor to reduce residual smoke.Meals Ready to Eat, light weight,packaged food used on firesA VHF/AM aircraft radio frequency(122.9 MHz) assigned by the FAAfor use in air-to-aircommunications.Fire retardant60

NHAPPENDIX E (continued)National Fire Hose, couplingthreads used for fire hose 1½"and larger.NFES CatalogNICCNIFCNomex®NozzleAspiratedFoam SystemReferred to as the National FireEquipment System Catalog. Thiscatalog is used to orderequipment and supplies from firecaches.National Interagency CoordinationCenter at Boise, ID.National Interagency Fire Centerat Boise, IDA fire resistant synthetic materialused in the manufacturing of flightsuits, pants and shirts forfirefighters.A foam generating device thatmixes air at atmospheric pressurewith foam solution in a nozzlechamber.Nozzle, Twin-tip combination nozzle for 1”Forester hose. Combination fog/straightstream nozzle tip; low volume.61

Nozzle, KKNPSHNPTNTEPayloadPAXPCPGPhoschek®APPENDIX E (continued)Combination barrel nozzle. Highervolume than the Forester nozzle.National Pipe Straight Hosecoupling threads (straight pipethreads for hose couplings andnipple).National Pipe Threads/AmericanStandard Taper pipe threadsNot to exceed; a personnel termused for positions that have alimited duration due to funding orproject length.Weight of passengers and/orcargo being carried by an aircraft.PassengersParacargo, cargo delivered bymeans of fixed wing aircraft andparachutes specialty packed andrigged, usually by smokejumperparacargo specialists.Personal gear bagLong term red colored fireretardant62

PICAPPENDIX E (continued)Pilot in CommandPiston PumpProbeye®ProportionerPSDPositive displacement pump with2, 4, and 6 reciprocating pistonsto force water from the pumpchamber in conjunction withappropriate action of inlet anddischarge valves.Infrared scanning device thatpicks up hotspots on fires.A device that adds apredetermined amount of foamconcentrate to water to form afoam solution.Plastic Sphere Dispenser - refersto a machine installed in ahelicopter that dispenses plasticspheres (ping pong balls) filledwith potassium permanganate.The machine injects a smallamount of ethylene glycol intoeach sphere and then dispensesthem out of the helicopter. Theexothermal reaction of the twochemicals creates enough heat toignite the plastic sphere, in 25 to30 seconds, which in turn ignitesthe fuel bed. Aerial SphereDispenser Kit, NFES 341063

PTOPumpkinRampRed CardReelResourceAPPENDIX E (continued)Power Take-Off, a supplementarymechanism enabling the enginepower to be used to operate nonautomotiveapparatus (such as apump).Collapsible, soft-sided,freestanding portable water tank.Parking area for aircraft adjacentto a runway.Fire qualification card issued topersonnel showing theirqualifications to fill specificfire positions.A frame on which hose is wound(3/4 to 1 inch hose) supplied by awater tank on the apparatus.Any person, aircraft, supply orequipment available forassignment to an incident.Described by kind and type, e.g.,T2 Crew, ICT1, T6 Engine.64

ResourceOrderRespiratorRetardantRetrogradeRequisitionRHRocker LugCouplingAPPENDIX E (continued)Form used by dispatchers,service personnel and logisticscoordinators to document therequest, ordering or releaseof resources and the tracking ofthose resources on an incident.A simple filter mask for individualprotection against smoke andfumes for use on wildland fires.A chemical having a retardingaction on fire, usually applied withan air tanker.Reversal of an order; shippingsupply items from the incidentback to the cache or to anotherincident.A form/procedure for purchasingsupplies.Relative Humidity, a measure ofmoisture in the air.Hose coupling in which the lugsused for tightening or looseningare semicircular in shape anddesigned to pass overobstructions.65

APPENDIX E (continued)Rotor Wash The air turbulence caused by themovement of the rotor blades of ahelicopter.RotorwingRXSIPTSlurrySMJ or SJSOPSpotterStockingLevelsAircraft with a rotor system thatrotates about an axis to provide liftand/or thrust for a helicopter.Prescribed fireStraight Iron Pipe ThreadFire retardantSmokejumper; fire suppressionpersonnel who parachute to firesvia fixed wing aircraft.Standard Operating ProceduresSmokejumper supervisor incharge of a jumper load; performsnavigation, communication andparacargo duties.Minimum levels of supplies kepton hand at a fire cache.66

StrainerSurfactantSwamperT&AAPPENDIX E (continued)A wire or metal guard used tokeep debris from clogging pipe orother openings made for pumpingwater. Placed on suction hoseit will protect pumps from foreignmaterials.A surface active agent. Aformulation which, when added towater in proper amounts, willreduce the surface tension andincrease penetration capabilitiesof the water, e.g., wet water, classA foam, soap.Assistant to an equipmentoperatorTime and AttendanceTail NumberTankerFAA number used to identifyaircraft, located on the tail of theship. American aircraft tailnumbers begin with the letter N,e.g., N543TY, N67344.Air tanker67

TFRThreadTorch, DripAPPENDIX E (continued)Temporary Flight Restriction. Thisairspace restriction is obtainedthrough the FAA. It is an area ofairspace over an incident that isdefined both laterally andvertically, which has beentemporarily or partially closed tononessential aircraft for a specificperiod of time.The specific dimensions of screwthread employed to couple firehose and equipment. AmericanNational Standard Hose Threadhas been adopted for firehose couplings.A hand-held device for ignitingfires by dripping flaming liquid fuelon the materials to be burned.Fuel used is generally a mixture ofdiesel and gasoline.Trash PumpUTFMedium sized pump used formoving large amounts of liquids,e.g., grey water, retardant. Thesepumps are ordered as volumepumps.Unable to fill; pertaining toresource orders.68

APPENDIX E (continued)Water Buffalo Liquid storage unitWater TenderWFSAWXXedar®Ground vehicle capable oftransporting specified quantitiesof water, e.g., Type 1 watertender; 5000 gallon capacity, 300gallon per minute pumpingcapability.Wildland Fire Situation Analysis.An analysis tool used todetermine the mostappropriate management strategyfor a wildfire that has escapedinitial attack.WeatherType of heat seeking videodisplay unit that identifies hotspots during mopup.100 hour Mandatory maintenance done toaircraft every 100 hours (there isalso a 50 hour, 1000 hour, etc.)69

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