DOWNHILL FIRELINE CONSTRUCTION CHECKLIST
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| Downhill fireline construction is hazardous in step terrain, fast-burning fuels, or rapidly changing weather. Downhill fireline construction should not be attempted unless there is no tactical alternative. When building downhill fireline, the following is required: |
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Crew supervisor(s) and fireline overhead will discuss assignments prior to committing crew(s). Responsible overhead individual (TFLD or ICT4 qualified or better) will stay with job until completed. |
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Decision will be made after proposed fireline has been scouted by supervisor(s) of involved crew(s). |
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LCES will be coordinated for all personnel involved.
- Crew supervisor(s) is in direct contact with lookout who can see the fire.
- Communication is established between all crews.
- Ensure rapid access to safety zone(s) in case fire crosses below crew(s).
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Direct attack will be used whenever possible; if not possible, the fireline should be completed between anchor points before being fired out. |
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Fireline will not lie in or adjacent to a chute or chimney. |
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Starting point will be anchored for crew(s) building fireline down from the top. |
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Bottom of the fire will be monitored; if the potential exists for the fire to spread, action will be taken to secure the fire edge. |
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