Get Initial Attack Size Up Form

Completing the Initial Attack Size Up Form online is essential for documenting critical information during wildfire incidents. This guide will walk you through each section of the form to ensure accurate and efficient completion.

Follow the steps to successfully complete the form.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to access the form and open it in your document management system.
2. Enter the current date in the format ____/____/_____ and record the arrival time using the format ____:____.
3. Input the fire name in the designated field labeled 'Fire Name.'
4. Locate the 'Incident Level type' section and circle the appropriate level: 3, 4, or 5.
5. Fill in the fire location by entering the legal township, range, section, and 1/4 section in the format provided.
6. Record the elevation at the fire site in the 'Elevation' field.
7. Provide latitude and longitude coordinates in the respective fields using the decimal degrees format.
8. Describe the road directions or flagging required to access the fire location in the space provided.
9. Indicate the cause of the fire by checking the appropriate box for human or lightning. If lightning, specify the tree's size, type, height, and diameter, if applicable.
10. Characterize the fire by checking the relevant options such as smoldering, crowning, creeping, spotting, or running.
11. Estimate the size of the fire by checking one of the size categories or entering a specific number of acres in the provided area.
12. Select the fuel type burning by checking the boxes that apply from options like grass, oak/brush, or ponderosa pine.
13. Identify adjacent fuels by selecting the appropriate options from the same list provided under 'Fuel Type Burning' or specify other types.
14. Estimate wind conditions by selecting calm, or indicating a range from 0-5 to 20+ mph.
15. Indicate wind direction by selecting from options including calm, north, east, or variable.
16. Provide the flame length by checking the appropriate range from 0-2 to greater than 12 inches.
17. Determine the aspect by selecting from directions such as north, south, or flat.
18. Indicate the slope percentage by choosing from the provided ranges.
19. Describe the topography by selecting the relevant options such as lower 1/3, flat, or valley bottom.
20. Assess spread potential by checking categories from none to very high (50+ acres).
21. Record any additional people on the scene in the designated field.
22. Estimate the number of people needed by selecting one of the options provided.
23. List any hazards, threats, or values at risk in the space allocated.
24. Specify special equipment required for the incident by checking the relevant boxes and indicating quantities.
25. Record estimated times for containment, mop-up, and control as needed in the designated fields.
26. Identify land ownership from the options provided, such as municipal or private.
27. Fill in notification details to ensure all relevant parties are informed.
28. Once all sections are completed, review the information for accuracy before saving your changes, downloading, printing, or sharing the form as required.

Take action now and fill out your Initial Attack Size Up Form online to ensure effective documentation.