"While the focus of WoF will always be fire, its underlying motivation was poverty relief and skills development designed to build self esteem and help beneficiaries to fulfill their true potential." Fred Favard, National Training Manager
Strict adherence to the training procedures is another reason why
Working on Fire has achieved significant successes as a poverty alleviation programme and become a valuable social institution.
Training standards meet and exceed the Forest Protection Units Standards. The programme has adapted standards from the United States which are considered to be among the best in the world.
The Task Book System lists tasks a candidate must complete before he or she is regarded as competent. A strict rule practised by Working on Fire states that a veld fire-fighter's life should never be risked.
It would be ideal for all veld fire fighters in the country to be compliant with the internationally recognised Red Card which indicates that the holder is a competent and fit fire fighter trained in fire-fighting skills, fire behaviour patterns and first aid, among other capabilities.
The Basic Fire Fighting course includes Unit Standards one, two and three of the Forestry Industry Education and Training Authority which are recognised by the National Qualifications Framework as credits towards a forestry qualification.
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