Unless the context requires otherwise, to aid in the implementation of the forest fire rules and regulations and as used in these rules:

(1) "Backpack pump" means a 5-gallon minimum, standard galvanized metal, fiberglass, or rubberized backpack water container with attached handpump; full of water at all times.

(2) "Bucket" means a metal, plastic, canvas, or fiberglass container capable of holding at least one gallon of water. Motorcycle helmets qualify.

(3) "Campfire" means a fire set for cooking, warming, or ceremonial purposes; not more than 3 feet in diameter or height; void of overhanging branches; with all combustible material cleared at least 1-1/2 times the diameter of the fire; or a barbecue in a noncombustible container.

 

 

(4) "Combi tool" means a tool combining a shovel and pick.

(5) "Fireworks" means as defined in 50-37-101, MCA.

(6) "Forested land" means land that has been classified as forest land by the department and has enough timber, standing or down, slash, or brush to constitute in the judgment of the department a fire menace to life or property.  Grassland and agricultural areas are included when those areas are intermingled with or contiguous to and no further than one-half mile from areas of forest land.

(7) "Hazard" means a condition that promotes the ignition and/or spread of a wildland fire.

(8) "Open fire" means the burning of a bonfire, rubbish fire, or other fire in an outdoor location where fuel being burned is not contained in a closed incinerator, or outdoor fireplace.  Barbecue pits and burn barrels are considered open fires and therefore require a burning permit (see ARM 36.10.123).

(9) "Pulaski" means an ax with a medium size sharp grub hoe opposite the ax blade.

(10) "Recognized fire-protection agency" means an agency organized for the purpose of providing fire protection and recognized by the board as giving adequate  fire protection to forest lands in accordance with rules adopted by the board.

(11) "Risk" means an action or device that could cause a wildland fire to ignite.

(12) "Shovel" means vehicle, equipment, and chainsaw operator shovels will have a minimum overall length of 36 inches with a round pointed shovel head with a minimum width of 6 inches. Shovels required for campfires must be at least 24 inches in length with a pointed shovel head. Folding handles qualify.