Day of the Burn: Go/No-Go Checklist
Before putting fire on the ground, fire managers complete a GO/NO-GO Checklist.
The person responsible for conducting the burn has the responsibility to complete and sign the checklist before the burn. The checklist indicates that all necessary steps and notifications are complete, and that the treatment will be implemented within the planned prescription.
The resources provided here will assist prescribed burn managers with verifying that you have made all the proper notifications, checked weather and vegetation parameters, and have the necessary equipment and people in place.
Print a go/no-go checklist
Checklist
Have all permits and clearances been obtained?
Have all required notifications been made?
Have all pre-fire considerations and work been completed?
Have the current and projected fire weather forecasts been obtained and are they within perscription?
Are all prescribed fire prescription parameters met?
Are all smoke management specifications met?
Are all planned operations personnel and equipment in place?
This section of the checklist should include personnel and equipment that matches the list from the burn plan. The prescribed burn manager will verify in the checklist that all resources required by the burn plan are on site prior to the ignition of the burn.
Has the availability of contingency resources been checked?
Before conducting a prescribed burn, confirm the availability of contingency resources by checking with your local Texas A&M Forest Service office and fire departments. This ensures adequate support and safety during the burn.