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If you are serious about
becoming a firefighter, you might want to tailor
your weight regimen to help you pass a
firefighting physical ability test. The
Candidate Physical Ability Test, administered by
CFFJAC, measures the capabilities of
firefighting recruits along eight job-specific
areas.
- Stair Climb – in full
protective clothing
- Hose Drag – maneuvering around
obstacles
- Equipment Carry – moving power
tools to and from an emergency scene
- Ladder Raise and Extension –
from ground ladder to roof or window
- Forcible Entry – breaking
through a locked door or knocking down a
wall
- Search – searching for a victim
in limited visibility
- Rescue – removing a person from
a scene
- Ceiling Breach and Pull –
bringing down a ceiling
A good way to determine whether
your current fitness regime will help you pass
the test would be to talk to a firefighter, and
ask what works for them!
Click here to learn more about the CPAT. |
