CREW PERFORMANCE RATING FORM KEY AND INSTRUCTIONS
Rating crew performance is an important task for all fireline supervisors. When completed correctly and thoroughly, the ICS-224 form will
provide useful information for determining crew effectiveness and efficiency and document incident performance. The form allows the
fireline supervisor to rate crews in four primary areas: Leadership (Crew Overhead) Performance, Tactics, Specialized Operations, and
Aviation Operations. Other factors can be rated in the Miscellaneous category. Below is a key for filling out the form along with the
primary rating factors. Together, they define satisfactory performance by a crew. Ratings of other than satisfactory, either higher or lower,
must be explained in the Remarks section. The completed rating will be given to the Planning Section before the rater leaves the incident.
LEADERSHIP (CREW OVERHEAD) PERFORMANCE:
Communications (Inter- and Intra-crew) – Uses radio properly; communicates leaders intent; information transfer is timely.
Coordination, Supervision, and Finance/Administration – Takes charge; motivates crew; coordinates with other crews, DIVS, STLD,
and TFLD; is prompt (on time); crew is equipped and ready to work (per contract, mob guide, IIBMH); adheres to operational and business
management protocols; provides copy of contract/ROSS order; fills out daily CTRs properly; leads crew to completion of assigned tasks.
Risk Management and Decision Making – Identifies hazards and communicates to subordinates; identifies safety zones and routes and
communicates to crew; decisions are timely; instructions to crew are understood; understands ICS system; positive interactions with others.
Training and Mentoring – Uses CRWB(T) and squad bosses; sets up for success.
Crew Conduct (Fireline / Camp or Off Fireline) – Crew camaraderie and cohesion; interaction with other crews or resources; deals
appropriately with conduct issues. Rate both fireline, and camp or off fireline.
Work and Tasks Completed as Assigned (Quantity and Quality of Work) – Crew completes work assignments within given timeframes
and to the expected standards.
TACTICS:
Safety Practices – Uses LCES; uses PPE properly for all operations; uses proper spacing on line; uses hand tools safely.
Line Construction / Hotline Construction or Direct Attack – Uses proper type of berm and cup trench; production rate meets standard
for fuel and crew type; tools and equipment are maintained; hotline and direct attack methods proper for fire behavior and fuel type. Rate
both line construction, and hotline construction or direct attack.
Lookouts and Scouting – Lookouts are properly spaced and posted; hazards are identified; crew watches for spot fires and reports them.
Fire Weather and Fire Behavior Observations – Personnel are kept informed; updates are passed along to crew and squads.
Chainsaw Operations and Felling Trees Operations – Personnel qualified; conducts safe cutting/falling operations; maintains equipment.
Spot Fire Attack – Crew structure is adapted to spot fire attack needs; suppresses spot fires quickly and effectively.
Mop Up – Most threatening areas are prioritized; searches for hotspots; uses water properly.
Spot Grid Organization – Sets up grid properly for area and fuel type; conducts thorough searches for hotspots.
Portable Pump and Hose Lay Setup and Operations – Sets up and operates pump properly; checks fuel system; maintains pump;
acquires and sets up appropriate hose and hardware; pumps and spacing are adequate for length and terrain; uses water properly.
SPECIALIZED OPERATIONS:
Initial Attack Organization – Follows LCES; sizeup and briefing are adequate.
Firing and Holding Organization – Firing methods and device are appropriate for fuel type; holding crew understands assignment.
Wildland Urban Interface Operations – Accomplishes assigned WUI tasks safely and effectively; crew is aware of WUI hazards and
procedures.
Map, Compass, and GPS Navigation – Crew is able to navigate using tools provided; relays GPS coordinates accurately and timely.
Incident Within an Incident – Medical and injury response; hazardous materials; shelter deployment; burn victim.
AVIATION OPERATIONS:
Safe Operations Around Aviation Assets – Organizational preparedness; takes direction from the Air Attack, Helitack, or Pilot.
Helispot Specifications and Construction – Approach and departure paths are adequate; landing pads are adequate.
Directing Aviation Assets and Drops by Radio – Uses panel markers properly; verbal descriptions identify needs.
Longline and Sling Load Operations – Cargo loads are properly weighed, marked, manifested, and directed following procedures.
Coordination with Aerial Supervision and Air Resources – Uses appropriate air/ground frequencies; properly clears fireline for drops.
MISCELLANEOUS:
Physical Condition – Overall crew fitness allows for completion of assigned tasks; if fitness is an issue, explain in Remarks.
Other (specify) – Complexity of assignment; steep terrain; high winds; equipment issues; business management issues.
All Hazard Incident – If All Hazard Incident, specify incident type and assignment in Remarks.
REMARKS:
Focus on tasks and jobs the crew spent the majority of their time on and/or any issues related to job performance, timeliness, and contract
requirements. Cite specific examples that support the performance rating. The rater should take into account the capabilities of the entire
crew (not just those of the crew leadership), and the complexity of the assignment (fuel type, terrain, environmental factors, etc.). Any
rating of “Needs Improvement” requires explanation and recommendations for correction in Remarks. Issues related to business
management must be explained.
RATINGS:
Superior – Performance level is significantly in excess of expectations and is an example for others. Rating must be explained in Remarks.
Satisfactory – Meets all standards, quality of work, timeliness, and production, or administrative issues did not affect overall Performance.
Needs Improvement – Crew did not fully meet standards in one or more of the above measures. Outline recommended corrective actions
needed. Rating must be explained in Remarks.
ICS WF 224 (1/14) NFES 002718
