RTFC Training Video
RTFC Training Video
Physical Agility Test - Change this value to a strong SEO phrase
Can you pass the test?
Test #1
1½ Mile Run
Run 1½ miles within a time limit of 13 minutes.
Testing: legs, back, lungs and general stamina.
Details: The pace at which the event is run is entirely up to the individual, as long as the finishing criteria of 13 minutes is met. Leaving the course at any point will disqualify the individual from further testing. During the run each person’s time will be called off at one-half (½) mile intervals, at approximately 200 yards from the finish, and at the finish. The specific course will be explained immediately prior to the run.
THIS EXERCISE WILL BE FOLLOWED BY A FIVE-MINUTE REST.
Test #2
Victim Rescue
Grasp the “victim” and move it a distance of 50 feet within one minute.
Testing: Total body strength and flexibility used during rescue activities.
Details: “Victim” is approximately 175 pound dummy.
THIS EXERCISE WILL BE FOLLOWED BY A FIVE-MINUTE REST.
Test #3
Hose Carry
Carry (2) 50-foot sections of 2 ½ inch hose, three floors up and back down the stairway of the Process Unit- twice) in four minutes.
Testing: Leg, back, arm muscles, lungs and general stamina.
Details: Hose weight is approximately 75 lbs. The hose will be folded in a shoulder fold carry and may be on either shoulder. This test duplicates activities performed at fire incidents above ground level.
THIS EXERCISE WILL BE FOLLOWED BY A FIVE-MINUTE REST.
Test #4
Hose Pull
Pull a dry section of hose on the ground for 50′.
Testing: upper body strength and stamina.
Details: Must drag a dry section of 2 ½” hose for a total of 50’. Will kneel on one knee and grab the rope hand over hand begin to pull the hose to themselves with ½ inch Kernmantle rope. You should not pause at any point during this exercise. Weight is approximately 50lbs.
THIS EXERCISE WILL BE FOLLOWED BY A FIVE-MINUTE REST.
Physical Agility Test subject to change
