Wildfire Strike Team Task Force Leader
Course Overview
Step into a key leadership role on the fireline or in any emergency response with our Task Force / Strike Team Leader course. Whether you’re managing a wildfire crew, coordinating multi-resource teams, or responding to an all-hazard incident, this course prepares you to lead with confidence, clarity, and accountability.
Designed for operational leaders ready to move beyond single-resource supervision, this course blends structured online learning with real-world application. You’ll explore the full scope of the TFL/STL role – from pre-incident planning to tactical leadership and post-incident debriefing – while sharpening your decision-making, communication, and safety oversight in complex environments.
The course builds on your existing IMS knowledge and resource-level experience, helping you step up as a dependable leader under pressure.
What You'll Learn
- Understand the responsibilities of a Task Force or Strike Team Leader across all phases of incident response
- Lead coordinated teams of resources using effective tactics, risk awareness, and decision-making under pressure
- Communicate clearly through the chain of command using briefings, updates, and radio protocols
- Apply hazard-specific knowledge and risk mitigation strategies to wildfire and all-hazard scenarios
What We Offer
- 100% online, self-paced theory modules, with 24/7 access to our learning platform
- Guided modules, downloadable resources, interactive videos and knowledge checks
- Online workshops and discussion-based exercises
- Leadership aptitude reflection and review
- Earn a certificate of completion from Vulcan Risk Solutions
- Access to a curated Wildfire Leadership Resource Hub for extended learning
Who Should Do This Course?
This course is ideal for experienced incident responders who are:
- Crew Leaders (Single Resource Leaders) ready to take the next step
- Wildfire or emergency services personnel working towards Type 3 Incident Management Team roles
- Individuals in public safety, municipal services, health response, or utilities with incident leadership responsibilities
- Professionals involved in operational planning, logistics, or field supervision during emergencies
Prerequisites
To enrol in this course, you must have successfully completed:
- IMS I-100: Introduction & Fundamentals
- IMS I-200: Essential Systems & Oversight Functions
- IMS Single Resource Leader (e.g., Wildfire Crew Leader)
We also recommend prior experience leading operational teams during emergency response scenarios.
Course Details
FULL COURSE DURATION
- 8 weeks
COURSE TYPE
- Online, blended short learning program
START DATE
- Run on request, register your interest by clicking enquire now
R5950
Accreditations & Endorsements
Vulcan Training is an accredited FP&M Seta Training Provider
Vulcan Training Certificate of Completion
What Our Students Say
“In general, this is definitely one of the better leadership courses I’ve done. I almost feel disadvantaged that I did my other leadership courses before Vulcan started presenting them. So this is really nice.“
Marc K.
HDB Helderberg
Rouvanne vd B.
Private Consultant
“What hit me most was reflecting on the illusion of control, I think this was a huge problem as a new crew leader and reflecting back now with this context – I was probably quite lucky things did go according to the plan and forecasts.”
Matther W.
Volunteer Wildfire Services
Vulcan Risk Solutions. High Quality Wildfire Training.
Ready to Get Started?
Take the next step in your wildfire management journey. Enrol today and start learning at your own pace, from anywhere.