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Lessons from the Thirtymile Fire

Table of Contents

Title Page
OVERVIEW
OBJECTIVES
Objective 1: Chronological overview
Objective 2: List pivotal events on the Thirtymile fire
Objective 3: Emphasize entrapment avoidance
Objective 4: Emphasize the concepts demonstrated in current fire shelter training aids
INTRODUCTION
BEFORE ENTRAPMENT
Conditions When the Fire Started
Chronology: July 9
Chronology: July 10
BETWEEN ENTRAPMENT AND DEPLOYMENT
Key Events: Entrapment
DEPLOYMENT
Key Events: Deployment
QUESTIONS?
GROUP EXERCISE
Exercise Topic: Before Entrapment
Exercise Topic: Between Entrapment and Deployment
Exercise Topic: Deployment
LESSONS LEARNED

Intentional Omissions
Personal Protective Equipment
Entrapment Avoidance
Entrapment Reaction
Fire Shelter Deployment
Human Factors
» Crew Cohesion
» Fatigue
» Situation Awareness
» Leadership
Risk Management
» 10 Standard Fire Orders
» 18 Watchout Situations
» LCES

TRAINING AIDS & INFORMATION RESOURCES

Fire Shelters
Entrapment Avoidance
Human Factors Training
Human Factors Workshop Findings and Research
Crew Cohesion Research
Incident Response Pocket Guide
Key Messages from the Forest Service National Leadership Team
Checklist of Fireline Leadership Responsibilities
Risk Management Process Checklist
Last Resort Survival Tips
Find a Survivable Area
Pick a Fire Shelter Deployment Site
What to Expect If You Have to Deploy

Credits
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