Land Force Command Physical Fitness Standard (LFCPFS).

The CF EXPRES Program is a reasonable measure of general physical ability, but it may fail to meet the needs of special groups within the military, such as the Army. Because combat forces require a higher level of fitness, and because individualized testing and programming may not fulfill the needs of the Army, a special program has been developed to recognize their unique needs.

A scientifically valid task related fitness standard was developed, which exceeds the MPFS and recognized some of the special physical demands of personnel employed in LFC field units. In its current form, the LFCPFS requires all individuals, regardless of age or gender to complete the following:

• Weight load march of 13.2 Km (2 hours 26 min);
• Casualty evacuation of 100m (60 sec or less);
• Maximal trench dig (.486 cubic meters in less than 6 min);
• Ammunition box lift (48 in less than 5 min).

Note 1: The LFC currently uses test items 1, 2 and 3. For logistical reasons, test item 4 is not being evaluated.

Note 2: 10 minute pause between each component

JTF2 is the Canadian Forces Special Operations Force responsible for domestic, international and special operations including counter terrorist and hostage rescue. Its mandate requires personnel who possess very specific personal attributes and capabilities and who can be trained to perform a diverse range of unique tactics, techniques, and skills.

1. The JTF 2 Physical Fitness Selection Test consists of a timed 5-items test to be conducted in sequence. Applicants must be able to meet the following established physical fitness standard for each test item, and achieve a total aggregate score of 75 points as a minimum:
   • 1.5 mile run - 9 minutes and 45 seconds or less;
   • 40 continuous push-ups;
   • 40 sit-ups in one minute;
   • 5 continuous pull-ups; and
   • 1 RM bench press of 65 kg.
2. The JTF 2 Physical Fitness Selection Test Scoring Sheet provides the points to be awarded for performance on each test item.

source: http://www.cfpsa.ca/en/psp/fitness/tasks_e.asp

A robust and adaptable weapon in CANSOFCOM's operational arsenal, the Canadian Special Operations Regiment (CSOR) combines mobility and firepower with a host of special operations skills required to conduct and enable CANSOFCOM operations at home and abroad. Though barely more than two years old, the unit is internationally recognized for being an innovative, cutting-edge special operations force. CSOR provides CANSOFCOM with a public face representative of the Canadian Forces' very best: we are fit, resourceful, mature, motivated, thinking warriors.

For more information on the Canadian Special Operations Regiment and specific fitness requirements, please visit www.csor.forces.gc.ca.

The Canadian Forces water safety program has been designed to provide military personnel with the skills required to function effectively and safely in, on, under or around the water. All members must pass the basic military swim standard;

1. Water safety knowledge: consists of review of first aid, CPR and choking emergency procedures and includes review of the procedures for safety and control of swimming while members are on military operations:
   
   • Swimming areas available are examined for sanitary considerations and hazardous conditions and the most suitable selected and defined;
   • All personnel are briefed on water safety procedures and special dangers of the area;
   • Surveillance patrols are established using qualified personnel where practicable;
   • Reaching, throwing and towing aids are available or improvised;
   • A boat patrol is established for deep-water swimming;
   • The buddy system is used with checks at not less than 15-minute intervals; and
   • An emergency communication system and transportation shall be available on-site.
2. "Abandon ship" emergencies: Simulate ship evacuation
3. Rudimentary swimming skills: demonstrate ability to survive during an aquatic emergency

source: http://www.cfpsa.ca/en/psp/fitness/tasks_e.asp

The purpose of this test is to determine an individual's physical capability to train as a Basic Parachutist.

Test Items:

• Chin-ups (7)
• Sit-ups (31)
• 1 mile / 1600 meters run (7: 30 minutes or less)

Note: In case of inclement weather, the candidate will perform a 600m shuttle run over a 50-meter indoor course.

The three components of the FF PFMP are:

1. Evaluation - Consists of a health appraisal questionnaire, pre-test screening, and completion of a 10-item task based circuit. The circuit must be completed in 8:00 minutes or less, and consists of:
   
   • One Arm Hose Carry - Carry one 15.25 m (50 ft) section of 65 mm (2.5 inch) a total distance of 30.48 m (100 ft);
   • Ladder Raise - Carry a 3.6 m (12 ft) ladder a distance of 15.24 m (50 ft) and raise it against a wall;
   • Charged Hose Drag - Drag a charged 38 mm (1.5 inch) hose a distance of 30.48 m (100 ft);
   • First Ladder Climb - Climb a 7.3 m (24 ft) ladder three times (10 rungs);
   • High Volume Hose Pull - Pull a 30.48 m (100 ft) length of 100 mm (4 inch) hose and a 15.24 m (50 ft) length of 65 mm (2.5 inch) hose tied together a distance of 30.48 m (100 ft)
   • Forcible Entry - Move a tire weighing 102 kg (225.5 lbs) a distance of 30.5 cm (12 inches) using a 4.5 kg (10 lbs) sledge hammer;
   • Victim Drag - Drag a mannequin weighing 68.2 kg (150 lbs) A total distance of 30.48 m (100 ft); Second Ladder Climb - Climb a 7.3m (24 ft) ladder twice (10 rungs); Ladder Lower - Lower and carry a 3.6 m (12 ft) ladder a distance of 15.24 m (50 ft);
   • Spreader Tool Carry - Carry a 36.4 kg (80 lbs) spreader tool a Total distance of 30.48 m (100 ft).
   
   
   N.B. Rest intervals of 15.24 m (50 ft) walks are provided between each task except between tasks #4 and #8 where rest intervals are 30.48 m (100 ft) walks.
2. Performance Related Physical Fitness - Based on circuit performance, each fire fighter shall be provided with an exercise program detailing the frequency, intensity, time, type of activities (FITT); and
3. Health Related Fitness - Each fire fighter shall be provided with information on active living and physical fitness, safer sex, alcohol and other drugs, smoking prevention and cessation, stress management, nutrition and healthy weights and suicide prevention.

source: http://www.cfpsa.ca/en/psp/fitness/tasks_e.asp

The Canadian Armed Forces developed a Minimum Physical Fitness Standard (MPFS) for all military personnel, regardless of trade classification, age or gender. which predicts the member’s ability to meet the 5 common military tasks which all personnel might be expected to perform in time of emergency.

The 5 Common Tasks consist of:

1.  Sea evacuation.

• Aim: Simulate casualty evacuation during a fire on board a ship.
• Men and women under 35: 210 seconds
• Men and women 35 and above: 277 seconds

2.  Land stretcher evacuation.

• Aim: Simulate a land evacuation of a casualty on a stretcher over a distance of 750m.
• Men and women under 35: 900 seconds
• Men and women 35 and above: 1188 seconds

3.  Low-high crawl.

• Aim: Simulate conditions of self-protection when moving in front of enemy fire.
• Men and women under 35: 140 seconds
• Men and women 35 and above: 185 seconds

4.  Entrenchment dig.

• Aim: Simulate self-protection in face of enemy fire by digging an entrenchment.
• Men and women under 35: 510 seconds
• Men and women 35 and above: 673 seconds

5.  Sandbag Carry

• Aim: Simulate self protection or protection of others from natural elements.
• Men and women under 35: 12 sandbags in 10 minutes
• Men and women 35 and above: 9 sandbags in 10 minutes

The MPFS for the Canadian Forces was developed as a series of fitness protocols that were chosen based on their ability to predict CF members aptitude to complete the 5 Common Military Tasks. By completing the predictive fitness protocols to the standards listed in the MPFS Charts (link to the MPFS on the express page), the CF member has accurately demonstrated that they have the fitness levels necessary to complete the 5 Common Tasks.

Source:
http://www.cfpsa.ca/en/psp/fitness/general_e.asp