Working on Fire Training Academy
Wildland Fire Training • Certification • Workforce Development
Working on Fire Training Academy is a charitable 501(c)(3) public entity dedicated to delivering professional wildland fire education and training. We provide state, federal, and NWCG-aligned instruction designed to prepare individuals and organizations for real-world wildfire operations. Our programs are delivered at your location and combine classroom learning with hands-on field exercises to build safe, skilled, and cohesive fire teams.
Our Mission
To develop highly trained wildland fire personnel through standardized instruction, practical experience, and compliance with nationally recognized safety and operational guidelines, including:
- NNational Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG)
- NFEMA Incident Command System (ICS)
- NOSHA standards
- NCalifornia State Fire Marshal requirements
- NIndustry best practices
Training Programs
We offer a comprehensive range of courses for entry-level to advanced personnel, including:
Core & Incident Management Training
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- ICS-100 Introduction to Incident Command System
- ICS-200 Basic Incident Command System
- IS-700 National Incident Management System
Wildland Firefighter Training
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- S-130/S-131 Firefighter Type 1
- S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior
- S-290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior
- RT-130 Annual Fireline Safety Refresher
Operations & Equipment
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- S-211 Portable Pumps & Water Use
- S-212 Wildland Chainsaw Operations & Maintenance
- S-215 Wildland Urban Interface Fire Operations
- Chipper, Pole Saw, Weed Eater Operations & Maintenance
- Train-the-Trainer (Chainsaw & Tree Felling Operations)
Safety, Leadership & Support Courses
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- L-180 Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service
- L-280 Followership to Leadership
- Ethical Leadership
- First Aid & CPR
- Basic Land Navigation (NWCG PMS-475)
- Incident Safety Awareness for Hired Equipment Vendors
Mitigation & Specialized Training
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- Home Ignition Zone & Defensible Space Concepts
- Fuels Reduction Methods & Techniques
- Wildfire Mitigation Planning & Reporting
- RX-130 Prescribed Fire & Pile Burning
- Resume Writing & Job Interview Strategies
- Custom training available upon request
Why Choose Us
- NExperienced, professional instructor cadre
- NCustomized training tailored to your organization
- NInstruction aligned with NWCG, FEMA, OSHA, and state standards
- NHands-on field training with real equipment
- NCertification upon successful completion (CSTI, CA-SFT, NWCG as applicable)
- NPre-course coordination and structured planning
- NTraining tools, saws, and equipment provided
- NTechnology-enabled learning (iPads, AV equipment, computers)
What We Provide
Qualified instructors and course delivery
Qualified instructors and course delivery
Qualified instructors and course delivery
Qualified instructors and course delivery
Qualified instructors and course delivery
What the Customer Provides
To ensure a successful training program, the customer is responsible for:
- NStudent logistics and coordination
- NPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE), including helmets and chaps
- NClassroom facility for at least 18 students
- NWiFi, projector or TV screen, whiteboard or flip chart
- NBreak areas and restroom access
- NOn-site crew supervisor
- NJob Hazard Analysis (JHA) and medical plan
- NCEQA compliance and field site coordination
- NAssistance in securing field training locations
- NClass roster submitted one week before training
- NEquipment details (chainsaws, chippers, pole saws, weed eaters)
Facility Requirements
Classroom Setup
- NSeating for a minimum of 18 students plus instructors
- NDisplay screen or projector with HDMI access
- NWhiteboard or flip chart
- NAdequate desks and power outlets for devices
- NQuiet, distraction-free environment
- NAccess to restrooms and break areas
Field Training Requirements
- NVegetation suitable for brushing, limbing, and bucking
- NOpen area for chipper operations
- NStructures for defensible space and home ignition zone training
- NTrees available for felling practice (minimum of 30 for felling courses)
- NRange of simple to intermediate trees for skill progression
Training Programs
Contact us today to schedule customized wildland fire training for your organization. We’ll help you build capable teams equipped with the skills, certifications, and confidence needed for the field.