The document outlines the application process and approval procedures for Contract Firefighter Trainers (CFT) seeking a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Pacific Northwest Wildfire Coordinating Group (PNWCG). CFT applicants must submit a comprehensive application that includes a policy document concerning their organization, procedures to ensure compliance with National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) standards, and consent for document review. Applications are evaluated by a selection panel and subsequently by the Training Committee (TC). Key deadlines include submitting the application by October 31, 2024, and any resubmissions within 30 days of denial notification. The MOU is valid for five years, with existing MOUs expiring on January 15, 2025. Applications must be submitted in hard copy to the Redmond Air Center; email submissions are not allowed. Additionally, there is a separate process for applying to instruct 300-400 Level NWCG courses detailed on the TC's policy website. This document serves to ensure standardization and quality in wildfire training and instructor qualifications within the region.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Contract Firefighter Trainer (CFT) and the Pacific Northwest Wildfire Coordinating Group (PNWCG) establishes a framework for wildland firefighter training that complies with NWCG standards. The MOU outlines responsibilities for both parties, emphasizing the importance of meeting NWCG qualifications for course delivery and instructor certification. PNWCG will recognize training conducted by CFT as long as it adheres to established NWCG guidelines, including monitoring training quality and maintaining records. CFT, in turn, is responsible for providing training that meets NWCG standards, ensuring qualified instructors lead courses, issuing completion certificates, and maintaining detailed student records for five years. Both parties agree that revisions to the MOU require written modifications and that either can terminate the agreement with a 30-day notice. The document also notes compliance repercussions, including potential remedial actions or suspensions for non-compliance. Overall, the MOU aims to ensure consistent training quality within the Pacific Northwest while supporting wildfire preparedness and safety.

The United States Department of Agriculture's Forest Service is issuing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to facilitate NWCG wildland fire training for non-agency personnel in the Pacific Northwest. The MOU emphasizes the importance of adhering to NWCG Standards to ensure safety and effectiveness during fire suppression operations. Providers interested in offering training must submit applications by October 31, 2024, through mail only; emailed applications will not be considered. Selection notifications will be communicated by December 20, 2024. Chosen providers are required to participate in a conference call scheduled for January or February 2025, where expectations will be outlined. Key contacts for further inquiries include Kevin Toombs and Aaron Olmos. The MOU includes attachments detailing the application process and the contract fire trainer agreement. This initiative highlights the agency's commitment to enhancing fire training standards and ensuring a qualified response to wildland fire incidents.