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What does a Haines Index value of 6 indicate?

High potential for large plume-dominated fire growth due to dry, unstable atmosphere

Low potential for large plume-dominated fire growth

No atmospheric influence on fire

Moderate potential

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Key Facts: Wildland Firefighter II Exam

~50

MC Questions

NFPA 1140 Chapter 5 JPRs

60 min

Time Limit

Typical proctored format

70%

Passing Score

Standard accreditation target

NFPA 1140

Standard

Consolidated wildland standard

Ch. 5

Advanced JPRs

Wildland Firefighter II

Pro Board / IFSAC

Accreditation

State training agency

The NFPA 1140 Wildland Firefighter II exam is approximately 50 multiple-choice questions delivered in 60 minutes with a 70% passing score. It covers NFPA 1140 Chapter 5 advanced competencies: strike team / task force leadership, advanced fire behavior (Haines Index, HDW, fire whirls), tactical decision-making, air operations (Type 1/2 tankers, SEAT, helitack), WUI structure triage, aerial fuels and crown fires, crew supervision under NWCG SOPs, and advanced safety. Candidates must already hold Wildland Firefighter I.

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1Under NIMS, what is the defining characteristic of a strike team?

A.A mix of different resource kinds with a common mission

B.A set number of resources of the same kind and type with common communications and a leader

C.A single resource assigned to perimeter control

D.Any group of five firefighters working together

Explanation: A strike team is a set number of resources of the same kind and type that have common communications and a leader. Example: five Type 4 engines with one strike team leader. A task force is the mixed-kind grouping.

2How does a task force differ from a strike team?

A.Task forces are larger than strike teams

B.Task forces have no assigned leader

C.Task forces combine different kinds and types of resources for a common mission with common communications and a leader

D.Task forces are only used in structure fires

Explanation: A task force is any combination of resources (different kinds and types) assembled for a particular tactical need, with common communications and a leader. A strike team uses same-kind, same-type resources.

3A single resource boss (e.g., Engine Boss, Crew Boss) is supervised under NWCG by which position when assigned to a strike team?

A.Division/Group Supervisor

B.Strike Team Leader

C.Operations Section Chief

D.Safety Officer

Explanation: On a strike team assignment the Strike Team Leader directly supervises each single resource boss. The Division/Group Supervisor supervises the strike team leader.

4Which of the following best describes 'leader's intent' as used by wildland fire supervisors?

A.A written safety order signed before each shift

B.A clear statement of task, purpose, and end state so subordinates can act when communications fail

C.A request for additional resources from the IC

D.The personal opinion of the senior firefighter on scene

Explanation: Leader's intent is a concise statement of task, purpose, and end state. It allows subordinates to make decisions consistent with the supervisor's plan when contact is lost or conditions change.

5A strike team leader receives orders that conflict with crew safety. The MOST appropriate immediate action is to:

A.Carry out the orders without question to maintain unity of command

B.Refuse the assignment in writing

C.Use upward feedback to inform the supervisor of the safety concern and propose alternatives

D.Disband the strike team

Explanation: NWCG leadership doctrine requires upward feedback. The leader must communicate the hazard and propose mitigations rather than blindly complying or unilaterally refusing.

6Which of these is a typical example of a NIMS strike team?

A.Three Type 4 engines, one dozer, and a hand crew

B.Five Type 4 engines with one strike team leader and common radio frequency

C.One ICT4 and a paramedic

D.One Type 1 helicopter and an air tactical group

Explanation: A strike team uses same-kind, same-type resources (e.g., five Type 4 engines) with common comms and one leader. Mixed assets are a task force.

7Who is normally responsible for ensuring each resource in a strike team has the same communications plan and frequency assignments?

A.The dispatch center

B.The strike team leader

C.The Incident Commander

D.The Air Tactical Group Supervisor

Explanation: The strike team leader manages internal coordination including ensuring each resource has the assigned ICS-205 frequencies and a working radio.

8During a briefing the supervisor states: 'Hold the road as the anchor and keep the fire west of the ridge so structures stay safe.' This statement is an example of:

A.A weather forecast

B.Leader's intent (task, purpose, end state)

C.A complexity analysis

D.A demobilization plan

Explanation: Task (hold the road), purpose (keep fire west of ridge), end state (structures safe) form a textbook leader's intent statement.

9A task force leader is most likely to be assigned when the operations chief needs to:

A.Track a single hand crew

B.Combine engines and a dozer to accomplish one tactical mission

C.Replace an injured division supervisor

D.Audit time sheets

Explanation: Task forces mix resource kinds (engines plus dozer plus crew, etc.) under one leader for a specific mission, which is what the operations chief needs here.

10Per NWCG, span of control for a single supervisor should generally be within what range?

A.1 to 2

B.3 to 7 (optimum 5)

C.8 to 12

D.15 to 20

Explanation: NIMS span-of-control guidance is 3-7 subordinates per supervisor, with 5 as the recommended optimum. Exceeding this strains supervision and safety.

About the Wildland Firefighter II Exam

The NFPA 1140 Wildland Firefighter II Certification Exam validates advanced wildland firefighting competencies based on NFPA 1140 Chapter 5. Building on Wildland Firefighter I, the exam tests strike team and task force leadership, advanced fire behavior, tactical decision-making, air operations, wildland-urban interface tactics, aerial fuels and crown fire behavior, crew supervision, and advanced safety. The exam is administered through Pro Board or IFSAC accredited programs operated by state fire training agencies.

Questions

50 scored questions

Time Limit

60 min

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$50 - $150 (NFPA 1140 — Pro Board / IFSAC accredited state or agency)

Wildland Firefighter II Exam Content Outline

18%

Strike Team / Task Force Leadership

NIMS strike team versus task force composition, single resource boss role, and using leader's intent on the fireline

16%

Advanced Fire Behavior

Haines Index, Hot-Dry-Windy Index, plume-dominated fires, fire whirls, and mass-spotting potential

14%

Tactical Decision-Making

Size-up, complexity analysis, and decision-support tools that drive tactical choices

14%

Air Operations

Type 1 and Type 2 air tankers, SEAT, helitanker, helitack, and ground/air coordination

12%

Wildland-Urban Interface

Defensible space, structure triage categories T1/T2/T3, point protection, and prep-and-defend

12%

Aerial Fuels & Crown Fires

Passive, active, and independent crown fire behavior, torching, and intermittent crowning

10%

Crew Supervision

NWCG SOPs for single resource boss and ICT5 (Incident Commander Type 5) responsibilities

Advanced Safety

Detailed 18 Watchout Situations, common denominators of tragedy fires, and LLIS near-miss reporting

How to Pass the Wildland Firefighter II Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: 70%
Exam length: 50 questions
Time limit: 60 min
Exam fee: $50 - $150

Keys to Passing

Complete 500+ practice questions
Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
Focus on highest-weighted sections
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Wildland Firefighter II Study Tips from Top Performers

1Memorize the Haines Index scale (2-6) and what each level signals about atmospheric stability and moisture

2Understand the Hot-Dry-Windy Index and how it differs from older fire-weather indices

3Know the difference between passive, active, and independent crown fire behavior

4Practice structure triage decisions: when a structure is T1 defensible stand-alone, T2 defensible prep-and-defend, or T3 non-defensible

5Learn the NIMS difference between a strike team (same-kind same-type) and a task force (mixed resources with a common mission)

6Review single resource boss duties from NWCG SOPs and the IRPG

7Drill the 18 Watchout Situations and common denominators of tragedy fires until you can recite them

8Study air resource types: Type 1 and Type 2 air tankers, SEAT, helitanker, helitack capabilities, and ground coordination duties

9Use the LLIS near-miss database to recognize patterns that precede entrapment and burnover events

10Practice timed multiple-choice drills to keep pacing under 60 minutes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NFPA 1140 Wildland Firefighter II certification?

NFPA 1140 is the consolidated NFPA standard for wildland fire protection. Chapter 5 defines Wildland Firefighter II job performance requirements covering advanced fire behavior, strike team and task force operations, wildland-urban interface tactics, air operations, crew supervision, and advanced safety. The credential is issued through Pro Board or IFSAC accredited state programs and requires prior Wildland Firefighter I certification.

What is the format of the Wildland Firefighter II exam?

The written portion is typically about 50 multiple-choice questions delivered in 60 minutes with a 70% passing score. The exam is paired with practical skill evaluations administered by the training agency. Question topics are drawn directly from NFPA 1140 Chapter 5 JPRs.

What topics are covered on the Wildland Firefighter II exam?

The exam covers strike team / task force leadership (18%), advanced fire behavior such as Haines Index and HDW (16%), tactical decision-making (14%), air operations (14%), wildland-urban interface and structure triage (12%), aerial fuels and crown fires (12%), crew supervision and NWCG SOPs (10%), and advanced safety including the 18 Watchout Situations and tragedy-fire common denominators (4%).

What prerequisites are required?

Candidates must hold current NFPA 1140 Wildland Firefighter I certification, complete advanced NWCG coursework such as S-211, S-212, S-215, S-230, and S-231 (or agency equivalents), maintain the arduous-duty pack test, and complete annual fireline safety refresher (RT-130).

Who administers the Wildland Firefighter II exam?

The exam is administered by state fire training agencies and other Pro Board or IFSAC accredited certification systems. Federal wildland agencies recognize NFPA 1140 credentials when paired with NWCG PMS 310-1 task books for incident qualifications.

How do I prepare for the Wildland Firefighter II exam?

Prepare by studying NFPA 1140 Chapter 5 JPRs, NWCG PMS 310-1, and the IRPG (PMS 461). Focus on Haines Index, HDW, crown fire types, strike team versus task force structure, single resource boss duties, structure triage T1/T2/T3, air resource types, the 18 Watchout Situations, and tragedy-fire common denominators. Use timed practice tests to build pacing.

How is Wildland Firefighter II different from Wildland Firefighter I?

Wildland Firefighter I covers entry-level fireline duties under direct supervision: basic fire behavior, hand tools, hose lays, LCES, the 10 Standard Orders, and the 18 Watchouts. Wildland Firefighter II adds leadership and advanced tactics: strike team / task force operations, single resource boss duties, advanced fire behavior indices, WUI structure triage, air operations coordination, and crew supervision.

What references should I study?

Primary references include NFPA 1140 (especially Chapter 5), the NWCG Incident Response Pocket Guide (PMS 461), NWCG PMS 310-1, the NWCG Fireline Handbook, and agency tactical doctrine for WUI operations. Many candidates also review LLIS near-miss reports to internalize tragedy-fire lessons.

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