Out Now: 2024 RT-130 Wildland Fire Safety Refresher Series

It doesn’t just feel like the wildland season is getting longer and longer each year; it is. Every year, wildfire season starts earlier and ends later, with many parts of the country facing wildfires year-round. There’s no doubt that wildfires can have a devastating impact on communities. And the longer the season, the more vigilant and prepared firefighters and communities must be to minimize damage, injury, and loss. According to the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC), as of April 24, 2024, 1,744,404 acres have burned so far this year.

In recognition of May as National Wildfire Awareness Month, which is dedicated to planning, preparing, and preventing wildland events, Vector Solutions is proud to announce the release of our annual RT-130 refresher series for online wildland fire safety training. This special series consisting of four modules, available on Vector LMS Training Management System (TargetSolutions Edition), explores the fundamentals of wildland firefighting, wildland fire behavior, situational awareness, safety strategies, and more. Included in the modules are discussions of topics recommended for the U.S. National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) Annual Refresher. This series is updated annually to include the latest research, statistics, case studies, and more.

RT-130: ANNUAL WILDLAND FIRE SAFETY REFRESHER (MOD #1)

In this module, you will review recent issues and incidents in wildland firefighting and explore safety fundamentals in wildland firefighting operations. Key topics include:

• Recent SAFENET Submissions
• Watch-Out Situations
• LCES Safety Strategies
• Dead Fuel Moisture and How It impacts Wildland Fires

RT-130: ANNUAL WILDLAND FIRE SAFETY REFRESHER (MOD #2)

This module provides an overview of wildland fire behavior and strategies for predicting changes in behavior that could lead to hazardous conditions. Key topics include:

• Weather & Wildland Fire Safety
• Topography
• Predicting Wildfire Behavior
• The Fireline Assessment Method System

RT-130: ANNUAL WILDLAND FIRE SAFETY REFRESHER (MOD #3)

Complete this module for a deeper understanding of situational awareness and injury prevention in wildland fire operations. Key topics include:

• The New Generation Fire Shelter
• Escape Routes and Safety Zones
• Running Through a Fire
• Firefighter Cohesion

RT-130: ANNUAL WILDLAND FIRE SAFETY REFRESHER (MOD #4)

This module explores safety strategies particular to wildland fire operations and reviews some basic components of fire line construction. Key topics include:

• Fireline Fuel, Fuel Clearance, and Fire Engine Safety
• Firing Equipment Safety
• Air Operations Safety
• Medical Emergency Protocols

Download the firefighter training catalog for more mission-critical courses developed to help keep your crews safe, prepared, and effective for wildland response and beyond.