Fire Planning & Preparation Flashcards

Which element of a burn plan describes the specific, measurable results the burn is intended to achieve?

Answer: Goals and objectives

Objectives should be specific and measurable, such as percent fuel reduction or shrub top-kill.

When should a spot weather forecast generally be obtained for a planned burn?

Answer: Within roughly 24 hours of ignition, per agency guidance

Agencies generally require a current spot forecast, typically within 24 hours of ignition, for the Go/No-Go decision.

Which factor most increases the probability of ignition from spotting outside the unit?

Answer: Low fine dead fuel moisture and high air temperature outside the line

Dry fine fuels and high temperatures raise probability of ignition, increasing spot fire risk across the line.

What is the main purpose of the pre-burn briefing?

Answer: To ensure all personnel understand objectives, assignments, hazards, communications, and contingency actions

The briefing ensures everyone knows the plan, their role, hazards, escape routes, and communications before ignition.

In the PMS 424 risk-and-potential-consequence process, mitigations in the burn plan are applied to determine:

Answer: Residual risk after mitigation

Planned mitigations reduce initial risk, and the remaining level is assessed as residual risk.

A burn plan's contingency plan should specify, for contingency resources:

Answer: Their type, quantity, location, and maximum response time

Contingency resources must be identified by type, number, and response time so they can arrive when needed.

Why are mop-up and patrol standards included in the burn plan?

Answer: To define when the fire is considered secure and out, and prevent reburn or escape after ignition

Mop-up and patrol standards ensure residual heat near lines is handled before the burn is declared out.