nwcg standards for instructors of annual fireline refresher training:
In 2011, the NWCG also established minimum qualifications for instructors of refresher training.
- Instructors of 100-200 level NWCG courses: To serve as an instructor (Unit or Lead) you must meet one of the following criteria:
• Qualified and current (minus Work Capacity Test and Annual Fireline Safety Refresher) in any required positions identified as an instructor prerequisite for the course description in the NWCG Field Manager's Course Guide.
OR
• Written approval by Course Coordinator to instruct a specific unit or technical portions of a unit or units.
100 level courses: No additional training requirement
For additional information please refer to the September 2011 NWCG Field Manager’s Course Guide (PMS 901-1) at http://www.nwcg.gov/pms/training/fmcg.pdf.
