Candidate Physical Ability Test Explained

Acronym:CPAT
Duration:10 minutes and 20 seconds
Score Range:Pass/Fail
Type:Physical ability test

The Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) is the standard assessment for measuring an individual's ability to handle the physical demands of being a firefighter. The CPAT is a timed test that measures how candidates handle eight separate physical tasks or functions, designed to mirror tasks that firefighters would have to do on the job.[1] [2] [3] [4] [5]

Details

During the test, candidates are required to complete 8 separate tasks in a period of 10 minutes and 20 seconds. The tasks are the following:

During the test, candidates are required wear a helmet, gloves and a 50 pound weighted vest. This is designed to simulate the weight of a firefighter's personal protective equipment. For the stair climb, candidates are required to carry an additional 25 pounds of weight, which simulates the carrying of a hose pack into a high rise fire. Candidates are accompanied by a test proctor, who calls out directions for the test events and scores the candidate's success. Each event of the CPAT must be completed as directed. If a candidate fails any component of the test or does not complete the test within the 10 minute and 20 second time limit, they will fail the entire test.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Candidate Physical Ability Test. Firefighter Candidate Testing Center. November 3, 2018.
  2. Web site: Candidate Physical Ability Test. International Association of Fire Chiefs. November 3, 2018.
  3. Web site: CPAT at NTN. National Testing Network. November 3, 2018.
  4. News: The CPAT: The Events In The Fire Department Physical Ability Test. Annillo. John. Breaking Muscle. November 3, 2018.
  5. Web site: Firefighter Physical Ability Tests. Modern Firefighter. November 3, 2018.