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Lesson Objectives• Explain the fundamentals of
evaluating structures in the wildland environment
• Explain the concepts of defensible space
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Introduction• Encroaching development into
forests, grasslands, and rural areas has resulted in numerous infrastructure problems; including catastrophic wildfires, which threaten lives, homes, and businesses.
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Introduction• The United States will likely continue
to experience damaging wildfires in the wildland urban interface.
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“Preventing Home Ignitions”
DVD Presentation
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Firewise/SafeEvaluations
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Objective is to reduce the incidence of destructive fires
and loss of life, property, andresources
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Home Evaluations are designed to gain Firewise compliance
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The Evaluation Checklist
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Firewise/Safe EvaluationsStructures & Improvements
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Residential Structures
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Commercial Structures• Fire Prevention efforts in or around
commercial structures will be dictated by the close proximity to wildland fuels.
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“Making Your Home Firewise”
DVD Presentation
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Firewise/Safe Activities• Homeowner inspections
• Issue permits
• Provide fire safe material
• One-on-one contact
• Post signs
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Firewise/Safe Activities• Door-to-door visits
• Homeowner meetings
• Implement educational campaigns
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Summary and Review Lesson Objectives
• Explain the fundamentals of evaluating structures in the wildland environment
• Explain the concepts of defensible space
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