Single Resource Boss is a general qualifications label that encompasses a number of specialty positions, including:

• Crew Boss
• Engine Boss
• Firing boss
• Tractor/Plow Boss
• Dozer Boss
• Felling Boss
• Helicopter Boss

The person in each of these positions is responsible for directing one or more crew members in tasks as indicated by the position description, e.g., the Engine Boss directs an engine crew.

Qualification, Training and Experience Requirements

Position requirements to qualify as a Single Resource Boss trainee:

• Firefighter Type 1/Squad Boss
• Firefighter Type 2

Minimum total training required to obtain Single Resource Boss qualification:

• S-130/S190 Basic Firefighter and Introduction to Fire Behavior
• L-180 Human Factors on the Fireline (included in S-130)
• I-100 Introduction to ICS
• S-131 Advanced Firefighter
• S-133 Look Up, Look Down, Look Around
• S-230 Crew Boss
• Engine Academy, or equivalent (for Engine Boss)
• S-290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior
• RT-130 Annual Fireline Safety Refresher

How to Be Designated a Single Resource Boss

To be qualified as a Single Resource Boss, complete the required training and position qualifications, and successfully complete the appropriate sections of the SRB task book. Note that there are multiple sections of the SRB task book. The front section should be completed once for all SRB positions, and then the section specific to the particular type of SRB must also be completed. The SRB task book may be certified by the local Burn Boss or Fire Manager.

Last updated March 31, 2006