WILDLAND

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State Fire Training S-290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior - Mammoth Lakes (1).pdf

S-200 Initial Attack Incident Commander

Dates: January 22-23

S-200 Initial Attack Incident Commander 

This course provides students with the tools and techniques to make the transition from Single Resource Boss to Incident Commander. The course focuses on  Intelligence Gathering and Documentation; Size Up the Incident; Develop a Plan of Action; Post-fire Activities; Evaluating Incident Objectives and Manage the Incident. This will be a 2 day class.

DATE: January 22-23

TIMES: 0800-1700

LOCATION: Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center (FHMTC)

COST: $75 (State Certification)

DRESS: Work uniform or Business Casual

Class registration will open 11/3/2023

Class registration will close 01/12/2024 at 1700 HRS

Please be aware that the needs of the Department will be considered when making class selections. Maximum capacity is 40 students, therefore if more requests are received than the number of seats available, the following priority order will be used:

Members are invited to attend on a volunteer, off-duty basis. There are no V-Hours available. Members need to attend all four days, no exceptions.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this course, they can be directed to Captain l Justin Horwedel at ciccscoordinator@lacity.org

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S-215 Fire OPERATIONS in the Wildland Urban Interface

February 5-7

S-215 Fire Operations in the Wildland Urban Interface

This course is designed to assist structure and wildland firefighters who will be making tactical decisions when confronting wildland fire that threatens life and property in the interface. Topics include size up, interface awareness, initial strategy, structure triage and protection tactics. This will be a 3 day class.

DATE: February 5-7

TIMES: 0800-1700

LOCATION: Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center (FHMTC)

COST: $75.00

DRESS: Work uniform 

Class registration will close 01/25/24 

Please be aware that the needs of the Department will be considered when making class selections. Maximum capacity is 30 students, therefore if more requests are received than the number of seats available, the following priority order will be used:

Members are invited to attend on a volunteer, off-duty basis. There are no V-Hours available. Members need to attend all four days, no exceptions.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this course, they can be directed to Captain l Justin Horwedel at ciccscoordinator@lacity.org

S-215 Registration

AH-221 Damage Inspectoin specialist

Dates: February 13-14, 2021

AH-221 Damage Inspection Specialist

This course is designed to provide the skills and knowledge needed to perform in the role of a Damage Inspection Specialist. Topics include position overview; supplies and equipment; assignments; Damage Inspection Manager (DINM) expectations; communications; documentation; navigation; safety, and data collection.  This will be a 2 day class.

Prerequisites: I-100, IS-200, IS-700, Basic Land Navigation

DATE: February 13-14, 2024

TIMES: 0800-1700

LOCATION: Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center (FHMTC)

COST: $75.00

DRESS: Work uniform or Business Casual

Class registration will close  February 1, 2024

Please be aware that the needs of the Department will be considered when making class selections. Maximum capacity is 32 students, therefore if more requests are received than the number of seats available, the following priority order will be used:

Members are invited to attend on a volunteer, off-duty basis. There are no V-Hours available.  Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this course, they can be directed to Captain l Justin Horwedel at ciccscoordinator@lacity.org

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gps/land navigation

Dates: February 20-22

Basic Land Navigation  begins with a general overview of maps. Then it specifically addresses how to read topographic maps. Next it covers various types of geographic location systems, such as latitude/longitude and Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM). This is followed by basic instructions on using a compass and clinometer, a general overview of the Global Positioning System, new skills for navigation and field mapping. This will be a 3 day course. 

DATE: February 19-21

TIMES: 0800-1700

LOCATION: Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center (FHMTC)

COST: Free

DRESS: Work uniform or Business Casual


Class registration will close February 5, 2024

Please be aware that the needs of the Department will be considered when making class selections. Maximum capacity is ---students, therefore if more requests are received than the number of seats available, the following priority order will be used:

Members are invited to attend on a volunteer, off-duty basis. There are no V-Hours available. Members need to attend all four days, no exceptions.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this course, they can be directed to Captain l Justin Horwedel at ciccscoordinator@lacity.org

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DATE: February 20-22

TIMES: 0800-1700

LOCATION: Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center (FHMTC)

COST: Free

DRESS: Work uniform and wildland PPE will be required for field exercises


Class registration will close February 5, 2024

Please be aware that the needs of the Department will be considered when making class selections. Maximum capacity is ---students, therefore if more requests are received than the number of seats available, the following priority order will be used:

Members are invited to attend on a volunteer, off-duty basis. There are no V-Hours available. Members need to attend all four days, no exceptions.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this course, they can be directed to Captain l Justin Horwedel at ciccscoordinator@lacity.org

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S-248 Status/check-in recorder

Dates: February 26-27

This course is designed to introduce students to the tools and techniques used to perform the duties of a Status/Check-in Recorder (SCKN). The course provides an overview of what a student can expect if dispatched to an incident. 

DATE: February 26-27

TIMES: 0800-1700

LOCATION: Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center (FHMTC)

COST: Free

DRESS: Work uniform or Business Casual

Class registration will close: February 12, 2024

Please be aware that the needs of the Department will be considered when making class selections. Maximum capacity is ---students, therefore if more requests are received than the number of seats available, the following priority order will be used:

Members are invited to attend on a volunteer, off-duty basis. There are no V-Hours available. Members need to attend all four days, no exceptions.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this course, they can be directed to Captain l Justin Horwedel at ciccscoordinator@lacity.org

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S-300 Extended Attack Incident Commander

Dates: February 28-29, 2024

S-300 Initial Attack Incident Commander 

This course is designed to meet the training needs of the Incident Commander Type 3 (ICT3). The focus is on the lessons of leadership and command as they relate to the ICT3 position. It is presented in participative lecture format with multiple tactical decision games for students to practice new knowledge. The seven instructional units cover Foundation Skills, Situational Awareness, Command and Control, Managing the Incident, Transitional Activities, Post-Fire Activities and a Final Simulation.  This will be a 2 day class.


LAFFA will sponsor current members the $400 tuition making it free to any members in good standing. For those that are not current members of LAFFA, members may join the association before signing up for the class by clicking here to take part in the tuition sponsorship. For members choosing not to join the LAFFA, the cost of the class will be $400 which will be collected prior to the start of class to reserve your seat.


The course will be instructed by Brian Anderson, the United States Fire Services (USFS) Bear Divide Hotshot Superintendent and his cadre. 

DATE: February 28-29

TIMES: 0800-1700

LOCATION: Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center (FHMTC)

COST:  $0 for sponsored LAFFA members. 

    $400 for non-members.

DRESS: Work uniform or Business Casual

Please be aware that the needs of the Department will be considered when making class selections. Maximum capacity is 24 students, therefore if more requests are received than the number of seats available, the following priority order will be used:

Members are invited to attend on a volunteer, off-duty basis. There are no V-Hours available. Members need to attend all four days, no exceptions.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this course, they can be directed to Captain l Justin Horwedel at ciccscoordinator@lacity.org

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S-223 Fireline Emergency Medical Technician

This course provides the skills and knowledge needed to perform in the role of Fireline EMT/Paramedic. Key learning concepts include position overview, equipment and supplies, assignments, communications, Incident Action Plans and ICS Forms, GPS and land navigation, fireline safety, medical emergencies, and lessons learned. This is a California State Fire Marshal Course. This will be a 2 day course.

Prerequisites: S-290 (classroom version only)

DATE: 3/7 - 3/8, 2024

TIMES: 0800-1700

LOCATION: Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center (FHMTC)

COST: $75

DRESS: Work uniform or Business Casual

REGISTRATION: Click Here

Class registration will close February 22, 2024 @1700


Maximum capacity is 40 students

Members are invited to attend on a volunteer, off-duty basis. There are no V-Hours available. Members need to attend all four days, no exceptions.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this course, they can be directed to Captain l Justin Horwedel at ciccscoordinator@lacity.org

S-270 basic air operations

Dates: March 11-12, 2024

S-270 Basic Air Operations

This course covers aircraft types and capabilities, aviation management and safety for flying in and working with agency aircraft, tactical and logistical uses of aircraft, and requirements for helicopter take-off and landing areas.   This will be a 2 day class.

Prerequisites: NONE

This class is a Requirement for Strike Team Leader

DATE: March 11-12

TIMES: 0800-1700

LOCATION: Fire Station 114, 16617 Arminta St., Van       Nuys, Ca 91406  

COST: Free

DRESS: Work uniform or Business Casual

Class registration will close: February 26, 2024

Please be aware that the needs of the Department will be considered when making class selections. Maximum capacity is 20 students, therefore if more requests are received than the number of seats available, the following priority order will be used:

Members are invited to attend on a volunteer, off-duty basis. There are no V-Hours available. Members need to attend all four days, no exceptions.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this course, they can be directed to Captain l Justin Horwedel at ciccscoordinator@lacity.org

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S-271 Helicopter crew member

Dates: March 13-15, 2024

S-271 Basic Air Operations

This is a combined classroom/field course designed to provide student proficiency in all areas of the tactical and logistical use of helicopters to achieve efficiency and standardization. Topics include aviation safety, aircraft capabilities and limitations, aviation life support equipment, aviation mishap reporting, pre-flight checklist and briefing/debriefing, aviation transportation of hazardous materials, crash survival, helicopter operations, helicopter field exercise. 

Prerequisites: NONE

DATE: March 13-15, 2024

TIMES: 0800-1700

LOCATION: Fire Station 114, 16617 Arminta St., Van      Nuys, Ca 91406  

COST: $75

DRESS: Work uniform or Business Casual

Class registration will close: February 26, 2024

Please be aware that the needs of the Department will be considered when making class selections. Maximum capacity is 10 students, therefore if more requests are received than the number of seats available, the following priority order will be used:

Members are invited to attend on a volunteer, off-duty basis. There are no V-Hours available. Members need to attend all four days, no exceptions.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this course, they can be directed to Captain l Justin Horwedel at ciccscoordinator@lacity.org

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gps/land navigation

Dates: March 26-28

Basic Land Navigation  begins with a general overview of maps. The class specifically addresses topographic maps, various types of geographic location systems, instructions on using compasses and clinometers, a general overview of the Global Positioning System (GPS), and new skills for navigation and field mapping. This will be a 3 day course. 

DATE: March 26-28, 2024

TIMES: 0800-1700

LOCATION: Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center (FHMTC)

COST: Free

DRESS: Work uniform or Business Casual


Class registration will close March 11, 2024

Please be aware that the needs of the Department will be considered when making class selections. Maximum capacity is ---students, therefore if more requests are received than the number of seats available, the following priority order will be used:

Members are invited to attend on a volunteer, off-duty basis. There are no V-Hours available. Members need to attend all four days, no exceptions.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this course, they can be directed to Captain l Justin Horwedel at ciccscoordinator@lacity.org

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ah-330 strike team/task force leader-all hazards

Dates: April 15-18

AH-330 Strike Team/Task Force Leader- All Hazards

This course is designed to provide the skills and knowledge needed to perform in the position of Strike Team/Task Force Leader. Topics include position overview; pre-deployment responsibilities; concept of the position; resource typing standards; pre-dispatch preparation; incident responsibilities; administration; supervision; response; assignment; demobilization; tactics and safety; risk management; entrapment avoidance; wildland urban interface; case studies; scenarios; appropriate action vs. freelancing.  This will be a 4 day class.

Prerequisites: Qualified in any single resource boss.

DATE: April 15-18

TIMES: 0800-1700

LOCATION: Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center (FHMTC)

COST: $75

DRESS: Work Uniform or Business Casual

Class registration will close April 1, 2024

Please be aware that the needs of the Department will be considered when making class selections. Maximum capacity is 20 students, therefore if more requests are received than the number of seats available, the following priority order will be used:

Members are invited to attend on a volunteer, off-duty basis. There are no V-Hours available. Members need to attend all four days, no exceptions.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this course, they can be directed to Captain I Justin Horwedel at ciccscoordinator@lacity.org

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Driver operator/wildland       (oes type 3) ie

May 8-10, 2024

Driver Operator/Wildland (OES Type 3)

This course provides information on preventive maintenance and operation of a wildland fire apparatus. Topics include routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions on the systems and components unique to wildland fire apparatus, and operating a wildland fire apparatus and producing an effective fire stream. OES Driver course included. This will be a 3 day course.

DATE: May 8-10, 2024

TIMES: 0800-1700

LOCATION: Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center (FHMTC)

COST: $75.00

DRESS: Work uniform and Wildland PPE

Class registration will close April 22, 2024

Please be aware that the needs of the Department will be considered when making class selections. Maximum capacity is 30 students, therefore if more requests are received than the number of seats available, the following priority order will be used:

Members are invited to attend on a volunteer, off-duty basis. There are no V-Hours available. Members need to attend all four days, no exceptions.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this course, they can be directed to Captain l Justin Horwedel at ciccscoordinator@lacity.org

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Driver operator/water tender 1f

Dates: May 28-31

Driver Operator Water Tender 1F

This course provides the knowledge and skills needed to perform preventive maintenance on and operate a water tender. Topics include routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions unique to a water tender; maneuvering and positioning a water tender at a water shuttle fill site; and establishing, maneuvering, and positioning at a water shuttle dumpsite.   This is a 3 day course.  The first two days are classroom and field exercises which each student must attend.  The last day is the drive portion and each student will be scheduled for their drive on either the 30th or 31st.  

DATE: May 28-31

TIMES: 0800-1700

LOCATION: Fire Station 89

COST: $75.00

DRESS: Work uniform or Business Casual

Class registration will close May 14, 2024

Please be aware that the needs of the Department will be considered when making class selections. Maximum capacity is 30 students, therefore if more requests are received than the number of seats available, the following priority order will be used:

Members are invited to attend on a volunteer, off-duty basis. There are no V-Hours available. Members need to attend all four days, no exceptions.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this course, they can be directed to Captain l Justin Horwedel at ciccscoordinator@lacity.org

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CA-219 Firing Operations

Dates: May 20-23

S-219 Firing Operations

    DATE: May 20-23

TIMES: 0800-1700

LOCATION: John Ruedy Memorial Training Center (JRMTC)

Fire Station 88: 5101 Sepulveda Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 

COST: 75

DRESS: Work uniform and Wildland PPE

Class registration will close: May 6, 2024

Please be aware that the needs of the Department will be considered when making class selections. Maximum capacity is 20 students, therefore if more requests are received than the number of seats available, the following priority order will be used:

Members are invited to attend on a volunteer, off-duty basis. There are no V-Hours available. Members need to attend all four days, no exceptions.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this course, they can be directed to Captain l Justin Horwedel at ciccscoordinator@lacity.org

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S-212 wildland fire chainsaws

Dates: June 3 - June 5

S-212 Wildland Fire Chainsaws

This is an instructor-led course intended to be presented at the local level. The course lessons provide introduction to the function, maintenance and use of internal combustion engine powered chainsaws, and their tactical wildland fire application. Field exercises support entry level training for firefighters with little or no previous experience in operating a chainsaw, providing hands-on cutting experience in surroundings similar to fireline situations. 

DATE: June 3-5

TIMES: 0800-1700

LOCATION: Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center (FHMTC)

COST: 75.00

DRESS: Work uniform and Wildland PPE 

Class registration will close 05/20/24

Please be aware that the needs of the Department will be considered when making class selections. Maximum capacity is 24 students, therefore if more requests are received than the number of seats available, the following priority order will be used:

Members are invited to attend on a volunteer, off-duty basis. There are no V-Hours available. Members need to attend all four days, no exceptions.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this course, they can be directed to Captain l Justin Horwedel at ciccscoordinator@lacity.org

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Driver operator/wildland       (oes type 3) ie

June 10-12, 2024

Driver Operator/Wildland (OES Type 3)

This course provides information on preventive maintenance and operation of a wildland fire apparatus. Topics include routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions on the systems and components unique to wildland fire apparatus, and operating a wildland fire apparatus and producing an effective fire stream. OES Driver course included. This will be a 3 day course.

DATE: June 10-12, 2024

TIMES: 0800-1700

LOCATION: Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center (FHMTC)

COST: $75.00

DRESS: Work uniform and Wildland PPE

Class registration will close May 24, 2024

Please be aware that the needs of the Department will be considered when making class selections. Maximum capacity is 30 students, therefore if more requests are received than the number of seats available, the following priority order will be used:

Members are invited to attend on a volunteer, off-duty basis. There are no V-Hours available. Members need to attend all four days, no exceptions.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this course, they can be directed to Captain l Justin Horwedel at ciccscoordinator@lacity.org

Click here for registration