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PMS 448

PMS 448

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Increaser – 3/4” NH TO 1” NPSH

NFES #
002235
Category
Water Handling
Updated
Storage and Shelf Life Checks
None

Initial Inspection/Disposal Criteria

  1. Inspect for cracks, dents, bad threads, or obvious damage. Inspect for missing gasket and if gasket has cracking or stiffness.
  2. Return to stock if item is clean, passes inspection and does not show indication of use.
  3. Refurbish item if thread damage is repairable and if gasket can be replaced.
  4. Dispose of item if cracked, dented or damaged beyond repair.

Refurbishing Procedures

A. Cleaning

  1. Clean in parts washer, high pressure wash, or clean in a sink with mild detergent using a brush or scouring pad.
  2. Rinse thoroughly.
  3. Stand upright to drain and dry.

B. Repair

  1. Replace gasket if stiff, cracked, or missing.
  2. Inspect threads for damage. Use triangular file to “chase” threads.

C. Testing for performance

  • Check threads function by using appropriate female fitting.

D. Repackaging

  1. NFES #000416, package 10 each in NFES #008076 (8” x 4” x 4”) or 60 each in NFES #008064 (10” x 8” x 6”) and label accordingly.
  2. NFES #000204, #000854, #002235 package 10 each or 60 each in carton (cache option) and label accordingly.

 

Reference

Water Handling Equipment Guide, PMS 447-1 

 

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NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Chainsaw Operations, PMS 212, and Next Generation Position Task Book for Basic Faller Are Now Available

Date: April 14, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
Hazard Tree and Tree Felling Subcommittee

The updated NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Chainsaw Operations, PMS 212, and NWCG Position Task Book for Basic Faller (FAL3), PMS 311-19 are now available.

The NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Chainsaw Operations, PMS 212 includes position standards designed to be used in conjunction with the Next Generation Position Task Book (Next Gen PTB). The Next Gen PTB for Basic Faller (FAL3) includes an evaluation guide with suggested rating elements to consider when assessing trainees.

References:

NWCG Standards For Wildland Fire Chainsaw Operations, PMS 212

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Date: April 9, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
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The Risk Management Committee (RMC) serves as the position steward for all Safety Officer incident positions and continues to improve position standards, training, and naming conventions. The implementation of Complex Incident Management (CIM) required changes to position titles. RMC collaborated with the NWCG Incident Position Standards Committee (IPSC) to propose and implement these updates. 

References:

RMC Memo 25-01: Summary of Updates to Safety Officer Positions 

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Date: April 8, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
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PMS 412 provides guidance for wildland fire investigations. This guide outlines recommended procedures, practices, techniques, and methods to promote a systematic approach. The last update to this publication was in 2016.

References:

NWCG Guide to Wildland Fire Origin and Cause Determination PMS 412

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Date: March 31, 2025
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The updated NWCG Standards for Airtanker Base Operations (SABO), PMS 508 standardizes operations and procedures at interagency airtanker bases to ensure safe, efficient, and effective operations in support of interagency goals and objectives.

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NWCG Standards for Airtanker Base Operations, PMS 508