Wildfire Mitigation Specialist NFPA CWMS Handbook
Terms in this set (14)
Define flaming combustion Flammable vapors from decomposing fuels mixing with
oxygen and an ignition source. (Large flames).
Define glowing combustion (coals in a fire) Solid fuels, low oxygen. Producers less
energy than flaming combustion.
Explain convective heat Heat rises, air circulates and can transport embers carrying
them away from the seat of the fire.
Explain radiant heat Direct facing of heat source that absorbs heat.
HIZ Extended zone 30-100ft. Can interrupt fire path to save structure. Trees
should be dispersed, ground clear of debris.
HIZ intermediate zone 5-30ft protecting this protects the house, small dispersed
vegetation, clear of debris and ground covering.
Terms in this set (14)
Define flaming combustion Flammable vapors from decomposing fuels mixing with
oxygen and an ignition source. (Large flames).
Define glowing combustion (coals in a fire) Solid fuels, low oxygen. Producers less
energy than flaming combustion.
Explain convective heat Heat rises, air circulates and can transport embers carrying
them away from the seat of the fire.
Explain radiant heat Direct facing of heat source that absorbs heat.
HIZ Extended zone 30-100ft. Can interrupt fire path to save structure. Trees
should be dispersed, ground clear of debris.
HIZ intermediate zone 5-30ft protecting this protects the house, small dispersed
vegetation, clear of debris and ground covering.
