Recognized S-100 Basic Fire Suppression and Safety Instructors

The table below lists the names and locations of recognized BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) instructors who may offer Basic Fire Suppression and Safety (S-100) training. This training may also be available through a local post-secondary institution.

The BCWS recognizes S-100 training only when delivered in the approved format by a BC Wildfire Service-endorsed instructor. Review the S-100 Training Standard, which outlines the minimum requirements for any training delivery called or referred to as the S-100 Basic Fire Suppression and Safety in British Columbia.

S-100 training has a recommended delivery time of 24 hours: 12 hours in the classroom and 12 hours in the field. The delivery schedule is determined by the endorsed instructor.

The BCWS does not hire individual emergency firefighters for logistical and operational reasons. Instead, anyone with a valid S-100 Basic Fire Suppression and Safety certification should contact local fire suppression contract crew companies for possible employment opportunities. 

To have your information updated or for other Recognized S-100 Instructors inquiries, please contact: ProvTraining@gov.bc.ca