1. FireSmart Canada Community Recognition Program
Community Champion Workshop
Module 4
Implementing Solutions and Applying for Recognition
FireSmart Canada Community Recognition Program
Community Champion Workshop
Module 4
Implementing Solutions and Applying for Recognition

2. Learning Objectives Module 4
Describe potential FireSmart Events and activities.
Outline the 5 criteria for achieving FireSmart Community Recognition Status.
Describe the FCCRP Application process and the Community Champion role in that process.
Describe the benefits of achieving FireSmart Community Recognition Status.
Learning Objectives Module 4
Describe potential FireSmart Events and activities.
Outline the 5 criteria for achieving FireSmart Community Recognition Status.
Describe the FCCRP Application process and the Community Champion role in that process.
Describe the benefits of achieving FireSmart Community Recognition Status.
Text Ref: PM - Syllabus

3. What is a FireSmart Event?
FireSmart Events:
Achieve FireSmart Plan action items.
Resident-led FireSmart mitigations.
Targeted, 1-day work projects.
May be ongoing tasks, or educational undertakings.
What is a FireSmart Event?
FireSmart Events:
Achieve FireSmart Plan action items.
Resident led FireSmart mitigations.
Targeted, 1-day work projects.
May be ongoing tasks, or educational undertakings.
Text Ref: URG –

4. Choosing Effective FireSmart Events
Reduce risk of wildfire losses.
Yield visible results by the end of day.
Are labor intensive - a job for everyone!
Motivate residents – of all ages.
Yield good educational opportunities.
Create social atmosphere.
Involve food and fellowship!
Choosing Effective FireSmart Events
Effective FireSmart Events…
Reduce risk of wildfire losses.
Yield visible results by the end of day.
Are labor intensive - a job for everyone!
Motivate residents – of all ages.
Yield good educational opportunities.
Create social atmosphere.
Involve food and fellowship!
Text Ref: URG

5. L0cation, LOCATION, LOCATION!
Prime candidates…
Common / public areas:
Neighbourhood parks, greenbelt, wild spaces.
Condominium common areas.
Neighbourhood perimeter (interface)
Problem “enclaves” or “pockets” (intermix)
Dumping grounds, yard waste areas, vacant lots.
Locations where Priority Zone 2’s and 3’s overlap.
Easily accessible - safe.
Location, LOCATION, LOCATION!
Prime candidates…
Common / public areas:
Neighbourhood parks, greenbelt, wild spaces.
Condominium common areas.
Neighbourhood perimeter (interface)
Problem “enclaves” or “pockets” (intermix)
Dumping grounds, yard waste areas, vacant lots.
Locations where Priority Zone 2’s and 3’s overlap.
Easily accessible - safe.
Text Ref: URG – 17

6. Example FireSmart Events
SCRUB FOREST AND DUMPING AREA
FOREST
ENCLAVE
Example FireSmart Events
This aerial view affords a good view point to imagine numerous FireSmart “Communities” all nested within a large town or city.
These are circled.
Each FireSmart Community Each with its own issues, FireSmart Board, and potential locations for conducting FireSmart Events to reduce wildfire hazards.
PERIMETER
FORESTS
Text Ref: URG - 17

7. 1a. Wildland Fuel Reduction Events
Vegetation/fuel projects are low-hanging fruit.
Crown fuel thinning (resources permitting).
Ladder and surface fuels.
Ground fuels.
Many treatments possible:
Pile and burn.
Chip and haul.
Firewood salvage.
Focus on “common” areas.
1a. Wildland Fuel Reduction Events
Vegetation/fuel projects are low-hanging fruit.
Crown fuel thinning (resources permitting).
Ladder and surface fuels.
Ground fuels.
Many treatments possible:
Pile and burn.
Chip and haul.
Firewood salvage.
Focus on “common” areas.
Text Ref: URG - 17

8. 1b. Wildland Fuel Reduction Events
Effective in reducing fire behavior + ignition potential.
Well suited to “task force” approach:
Pruning Crew
Firewood Crew
Thinning Crew
Burn pile Crew
Juniper Crew
Chipper Crew
Highly visible, not what people expect, win over sceptics.
Provide participants with techniques to take “home” to PZ1.
Highly social, fun, “team effort”.
Opportunity to engage with LFR (trust).
1b. Wildland Fuel Reduction Events
Effective in reducing fire behavior + ignition potential.
Well suited to “task force” approach:
Pruning Crew * Firewood Salvage Crew
Thinning Crew * Burn Pile Crew
Juniper Crew * Chipper Crew
Highly visible, not what people expect, win over sceptics.
Provide participants with techniques to take “home” to PZ1.
Highly social, fun, “team effort”.
Opportunity to engage with LFR (trust).
Text Ref: URG - 17

9. 1c. Wildland Fuel Reduction Events
Community “Work Bee” Lake Edith Cottage Assoc. - Jasper, AB
residents per event
0.5 to 1.5 hectares per day.
1999 – 2012: 1 to 3 per year
30+ hectares!
Wildland Fuel Reduction Events
Community “Work Bee” Lake Edith Cottage Assoc. - Jasper, AB
residents per event
0.5 to 1.5 hectares per day.
1999 – 2012: 1 to 3 per year hectares!
Good people - Good fun - Great results!
Good people - Good fun, Great results!
Text Ref: URG - 17

10. 2a. Fuel Modification Demonstration Sites
High visibility location – focuses public attention.
Signage important - carries the message 24/7.
Great for media coverage!
Reduced labor requirement.
2a. Fuel Modification Demonstration Sites
High visibility location – focuses public attention.
Signage important - carries the message 24/7.
Great for media coverage!
Reduced labor requirement.
Text Ref: URG - 17

11. 3. FireSmart Chipping Days
Yard and
Community
Clean-up
Borrow, beg or rent a chipper and truck.
Gather at central point, or mobile chipper at roadside.
Yard waste, ladder fuels, dumping grounds.
Haul to landfill for composting.
Combine with food, displays, education.
3. FireSmart Chipping Days
Yard and Community Clean-up Events
Borrow, beg or rent a chipper and truck.
Gather at central point, or mobile chipper at roadside.
Yard waste, ladder fuels, dumping grounds.
Haul for landfill or composting
Combine with food, displays, education
Text Ref: URG - 17

12. 4. Home Hazard Assessment Workshops
Teach Residents to Conduct Their Own Assessments
Host FireSmart education and “how-to” workshop.
Coordinated by LFR’s.
Variation on CC Workshop.
Use existing FireSmart tools.
Homeowner’s FS Manuals ‘Self-assessment’ booklets
4. Home Hazard Assessment Workshops
Teach Residents to Conduct Their Own Home Hazard Assessment
Host FireSmart education and “how-to” workshop.
Coordinated by LFR’s.
Variation on CC Workshop.
Use existing FireSmart tools.
Homeowner’s FS Manuals - Self-assessment booklets by AB, NWT, etc.
Text Ref: URG - 17

13. 5a. Education and Awareness Events
“Extreme Gardening” Workshop
Hands-on training in FireSmart thinning, pruning and surface fuel treatments.
Select a problematic area within the community.
Educate residents on fire-resistant plant choices.
5a. Education and Awareness Events
“Extreme Gardening” Workshop
Hands-on training in FireSmart thinning, pruning and surface fuel treatments.
Select a problematic area within the community.
Educate residents on fire-resistant plant choices.
Pioneered in Perry Park, Colorado.
Photo Courtesy of Firewise Communities/USA
Text Ref: URG – 17

14. 5b. Education and Awareness Events
FireSmart “Block Parties”
Food, fun and information on the menu.
Equipment + FireSmart demos.
Presentations on:
Wildfire environment + scenarios.
Wildfire Assessment results
Community FireSmart Plan.
5b. Education and Awareness Events - FireSmart “Block Parties”
Food, fun and information on the menu.
Equipment + FireSmart demos.
Presentations on:
Wildfire environment + scenarios.
Wildfire Assessment results
Community FireSmart Plan.
Text Ref: URG – 17

15. 5c. Education and Awareness Events
Outreach Events to Raise Awareness
Attend other community events.
Fall fairs
Farmers Markets
Festivals
Children’s Events
Chili Cook-off
5c. Education and Awareness Events
Outreach Events to Raise Awareness
Attend other community events.
Fall fairs
Farmers Markets
Festivals
Children’s Events
Chili Cook-off
Text Ref: URG – 17

16. 5 Criteria Applied for FireSmart Recognition
Applications must include:
FireSmart Board approved FS Community Plan.
Community Wildfire Hazard Assessment.
Proof of forming a FireSmart Community Board.
Proof of conducting a FireSmart Day or Event.
5 Criteria Applied for FireSmart Recognition
Applications must include:
FireSmart Board approved FS Community Plan.
Community Wildfire Hazard Assessment.
Proof of forming a FireSmart Community Board.
Proof of conducting a FireSmart Day or Event.
Documentation of $2/capita FireSmart annual investment.
Documentation of $2/capita FireSmart annual investment.
Text Ref: URG 19

17. Calculating Investment
Investment* = Total dollars invested / # of residents
Investments can include cash, equipment costs, in-
kind services, rental costs, volunteer hours, grants.
Minimum investment is $2/person.
Calculating Investment
Investment* = Total dollars invested / # of residents
Investments can include cash, equipment costs, in- kind services, rental costs, volunteer hours, grants.
Minimum investment is $2/person
Value of volunteer hour = $21.00/hr.
Value of volunteer hour:
$21.00/hr.
Text Ref: URG - 20

18. Actual Investment Example
Neighbourhood with 400 residents minimum investment of (400 x $2)……….…$ 800
FireSmart Day Event – Actual Investment:
20 residents cleaning debris for 5 hours
-20 residents x 5 hrs x $21/hr……………….. $ 2,100
Other Costs: -Chipper rental.……...………..….$
-Chain saw….…………………….$
TOTAL………………………………..$ 2,525
Actual Investment Example
-Neighbourhood with 400 residents requires minimum investment of :
(300 x $2) = $800
-FireSmart Day Event – Actual Investment:
20 residents cleaning debris for 5 hours
20 residents x 5 hrs. each x $21 per hour = $2,100
Other Costs:
Chipper rental: $350
Chain saw: $75
TOTAL INVESTMENT = $2,525.00
BINGO !
YOU QUALIFY !
Text Ref: URG - 20

19. Application Approval Pathway
Board Delivers Application to LFR
LFR
Transmits Plan to P/TL
P/TL
Reviews
Plan
PIP Delivers Recognition Materials to Board
Plan Sent to
Partners in Protection
P/TL
Grants
Approval
Summary of the Application Approval Path
Run through the process from start to end very quickly and ask if there are any gaps or difficulties.
Text Ref: URG - 21

20. Role of the FireSmart Board
Track FireSmart Day event and resident participation - keep records.
Preparation and internal approval of the FireSmart Plan.
Preparation of the application with documentation of all 5 criteria.
Forward complete application to LFR for transmittal to FireSmart Liaison.
Role of the FireSmart Board
Track FireSmart Day event and resident participation; keep records.
Preparation and internal approval of the FireSmart Plan.
Preparation of the application with documentation of all 5 criteria.
Forward complete application to LFR for transmittal to FireSmart Liaison.
Text Ref: URG - 19

21. Role of the Local FireSmart Representative
Provides the Community Wildfire Hazard Assessment and FireSmart Community Assessment Report to the FireSmart Board.
Supports the FireSmart Board during preparation of the FireSmart Plan.
Receives, reviews, recommends and forwards full application to the Liaison.
Role of the LFR in the Application Process
Provides the Community Wildfire Hazard Assessment and FireSmart Community Assessment Report to the FireSmart Board.
Supports the FireSmart Board during preparation of the FireSmart Plan.
Receives, reviews, recommends and forwards full application to the Liaison.
These duties are self-explanatory.
Text Ref: URG - 21

22. Recognition
Recognition applies for the year in which work was completed in the community.
Applications must be provided to the FireSmart program office by December 31st of that year.
Annual Renewal Applications provide proof of the communities sustained commitment.
Renewals follow the same pathway as the original application.
Recognition
Recognition applies for the year in which work was completed in the community.
Applications must be provided to the FireSmart program office by Dec .31st of that year.
Annual Renewal Applications provide proof of the communities sustained commitment.
Renewals follow the same pathway as the original application.
Text Ref: URG - 22

23. Forms available - in URG Appendix Online at www.firesmartcanada.ca
FireSmart Canada Community Recognition Program Forms:
Community Wildfire Hazard Assessment
Recognition Application
Renewal Application
Volunteer Sign Up and Time Sheet
Volunteer/In-Kind Resources Tracking Sheet
Forms
FireSmart Canada Community Recognition Program Forms:
Community Wildfire Hazard Assessment
Recognition Application
Renewal Application
Volunteer Sign Up and Time Sheet
Volunteer/In-Kind Resources Tracking Sheet
-Forms available - in URG Appendix
-Online at
Forms available - in URG Appendix
Online at
Text Ref: URG – Appendix Section

24. Questions About the Application Process ??
FIRESMART EVENTS
APPLICATION
FIRESMART
STATUS
FIRESMART PLAN
ASSESSMENT
REPORT
HAZARD
ASSESSMENT
SITE
VISIT
Questions About the Application Process ??
CONTACT
Snakes and Ladders… BUT without the Short Cuts!
Text Ref: SN

25. Benefits of the FCCR Program
Provides residents with the knowledge, skills and opportunity to implement FireSmart practices tailored to their community.
Encourages self-organized groups of neighbours to prepare for wildfire before it occurs.
Benefits of the FCCRP
Provides residents with the knowledge, skills and opportunity to implement FireSmart practices tailored to their community.
Encourages self-organized groups of neighbours to prepare for wildfire before it occurs.
Text Ref: URG - 8

26. Workshop Exercise #4-1: POP REVIEW QUIZ #2
Answer the Following Questions in Class
Record Responses in your Participants Manual
Workshop Exercise #4-1:
POP REVIEW QUIZ #2
Answer the Following Questions in Class
Record Responses in your Participants Manual
Objective: Review key concepts and information from Modules 3 & 4.
Objective: Review key concepts and information from Modules 3 & 4.
Text Ref:

27. Review Quiz: Module 3
-The Community Recognition Program works best in what size of community?
a) 2 – 3 properties
b) Between 200 and 300 properties
Block party sized (20 – <50 homes)
Towns of less than 5,000 people
Review Quiz: Module 3
The Community Recognition Program works best in what size of community?
a) 2 – 3 properties
b) Between 200 and 300 properties
Block party sized (20 – <50 homes)
Towns of less than 5,000 people
Text Ref: URG - 7

28. Review Quiz: Module 3
-Smithtown is a rural forested community of 2,500 people How many Community Recognition ‘sites’ can it have?
a) 1 only
b) It doesn’t need any – it has a CWPP
c) As many as required
Review Quiz: Module 3
Smithtown is a rural forested community of 2,500 people How many Community Recognition ‘sites’ can it have?
a) 1 only
b) It doesn’t need any – it has a CWPP
c) As many as required
Text Ref: URG 7

29. Review Quiz: Module 3 -What are the ‘8 Steps’ of the FCCRP?
1) _____________ contacts FireSmart Canada.
2 + 3) ___________ by LFR who completes a ________.
4) Champion forms a ________________.
5) FireSmart Board creates a _______________.
6) Champion, Board and residents _________________.
7) Board applies for _________________.(Year 1)
8) Board applies for _________________ .(Year 2, 3, 4 etc)
Review Quiz: Module 3
What are the ‘8 Steps’ of the FCCRP?
1) Community contacts FireSmart Canada.
2 + 3) Site Visit by LFR who completes a CWHAF + FCAR.
4) Champion forms a FireSmart Board.
5) FireSmart Board creates a FireSmart Plan.
6) Champion, Board and residents implement solutions – put the plan into action.
7) Board applies for Recognition Status (Year 1)
8) Board applies for Renewal Status.(Year 2, 3, 4 etc)
Text Ref: URG 13

30. Review Quiz: Module 3
1. The ___________________ is the link between the community and the LFR and the PTFL. 2. The ___________________ represents the residents of the community. 3. The ___________________ organizes + conducts FireSmart Events.
Review Quiz: Module 3
1. The FireSmart Board is the link between the community and the LFR and the PTFL.
2. The Community Champion - FireSmart Board represents the residents of the community.
3. The FireSmart Board organizes + conducts FireSmart Events.
Text Ref: URG 5 - 6

31. Review Quiz: Module 3
1. The ___________________ conducts the Site Visit. 2. The ___________________ prepares the FireSmart Community Plan. 3. The ___________________ participates in the community Site Visit with the LFR.
Review Quiz: Module 3
The LFR conducts the Site Visit.
2. The FireSmart Board prepares the FireSmart Community Plan.
3. The Community Champion participates in the community Site Visit with the LFR.
Text Ref: URG

32. Review Quiz: Module 3
What 2 documents does the LFR provide to the FireSmart Board so they can prepare a FireSmart Community Plan?
1. _____________________________ Form
2. _____________________________Report
Review Quiz: Module 3
What 2 documents does the LFR provide to the FireSmart Board so they can prepare a FireSmart Community Plan?
1. Community Wiildfire Hazard Assessment Form
2. FireSmart Community Assessment Report
Text Ref: URG - 15

33. Review Quiz: Module 3
-How many LFR mitigation recommendations does the FireSmart Community Plan have to contain?
-A minimum of _______ agreed upon and do-able action items…
Review Quiz: Module 3
-How many LFR mitigation recommendations does the FireSmart Community Plan have to contain?
-A minimum of agreed upon and do-able action items…
Text Ref: URG - 16

34. Review Quiz: Module 4
Who takes the lead role in organizing a FireSmart Event ?
a) Local FireSmart Representative
b) FireSmart Board and residents
c) Local Forest Service Officer
d) Community Fire Chief
Review Quiz: Module 4
Who takes the lead role in organizing a FireSmart Event ?
a) Local FireSmart Representative
b) FireSmart Board and residents
c) Local Forest Service Officer
d) Community Fire Chief
Text Ref: URG - 16

35. Review Quiz: Module 4
FireSmart Recognition Application – 5 mandatory criteria:
FireSmart Board approved ____________ Plan.
Community _____________ Assessment form.
Proof of forming a FireSmart ____________.
Proof of conducting a __________________.
Documentation of _________ FireSmart annual investment.
Review Quiz: Module 4
FireSmart Recognition Application – 5 mandatory criteria:
FireSmart Board approved FireSmart Community Plan.
Community Wildfire Hazard Assessment form.
Proof of forming a FireSmart Board.
Proof of conducting a FireSmart Event.
Documentation of $2 per capita FireSmart annual investment.
Text Ref: URG - 19

36. Review Quiz: Module 4
FireSmart Renewal Application – 4 mandatory criteria:
FireSmart Board approved ____________ Plan.
Proof of forming a FireSmart ____________.
Proof of conducting a __________________.
Documentation of _________ FireSmart annual investment.
What’s not required?
Review Quiz: Module 4
FireSmart Renewal Application – 4 mandatory criteria:
FireSmart Board approved FireSmart Community Plan.
Proof of forming a FireSmart Board.
Proof of conducting a FireSmart Event.
Documentation of $2 per capita FireSmart annual investment.
What’s not required?
Community Wildfire Hazard Assessment form
Or a new FireSmart Community Plan (just document any changes)
Text Ref: URG - 24

37. Review Quiz: Module 4
Communities must submit FireSmart Recognition and Renewal Applications by:
November 31st
December 31st
October 15th
Review Quiz: Module 4
Communities must submit FireSmart Recognition and Renewal Applications by:
November 31st
December 31st
October 15th
Communities are advised to submit FireSmart Recognition and Renewal Applications by November 31 to avoid the rush…
Text Ref: URG –

38. Review Quiz: Module 4
1. A neighbourhood with 400 residents would have to invest $_______ in FireSmart events annually to meet the FireSmart recognition status requirement. 2. A volunteer hour is credited at $______ towards the FireSmart investment dollar requirement.
Review Quiz: Module 4
1. A neighbourhood with 400 residents would have to invest $800 in FireSmart events annually to meet the FireSmart recognition status requirement.
A volunteer hour is credited at $21 towards the FireSmart investment dollar requirement.
The volunteer hour credit changes each year. LFR’s can confirm the latest figure on the URG referenced website.
Text Ref: URG - 20