The CPAT exam: Candidate Physical Ability Test. The CPAT is a pass/fail timed test (10 minutes; 20 seconds) which consists of eight separate events: stair climb, hose drag, equipment carry, ladder raise and extension, forcible entry, search, rescue, and ceiling breach pull). The test is a sequence of events that requires the candidate to progress along a predetermined path from event to event in a continuous manner. In these events, the candidate wears a 50 pound vest to simulate the weight of t

1.4K views · 62 reactions | Today #GJFD is conducting the Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT) for firefighter applicants. The 8-part CPAT test simulates physical skills or functions that firefighters experience on the job. Big thanks to all of our applicants today for your interest in joining our fire family and serving our community. #TakingCareGJ #firetraining #firefighting #firefighter #fireacademy #servingGJ #CPAT | Grand Junction Fire Department | Facebook

240K views · 1.2K reactions | To go along with our latest job postings for full-time and part-time firefighters, we have filmed the Physical Ability Test for applicants to view. To learn more about full-time, part-time and volunteer opportunities, please visit https://springfd.com/page/applynow. | Spring Fire Department | Facebook

This week, #GJFD personnel conducted the final Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) test for the current hiring cycle. The CPAT consists of eight sequential events that simulate tasks commonly performed by firefighters during emergencies. These events measure a candidate's strength, endurance, and agility. The test must be completed within 10 minutes and 20 seconds. The eight events in the CPAT are: 1. Stair Climb Candidates wear a weighted vest and climb a stair machine for three minutes. Thi

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