CANADIAN FORCES PARACHUTIST PHYSICAL FITNESS TEST
A-PD-050-015/PT-001 - Chapter 5
Purpose
1. The purpose of this test is to determine an individual?s physical capability to train
as a Basic Parachutist.
2. The test consists of;
a. Chin-ups;
b. Sit-ups; and
c. 1 mile / 1600 metre run
NOTE: In case of inclement weather, the candidate will run the indoor 200 metre track.
Dress
3. Personnel to be evaluated shall wear running pants/shorts, t-shirts, socks and running shoes. Identifying bibs might have to worn.
Personnel
4. CFPSA Fitness and Sport Instructors should administer the test. Where not
possible, the trained base/station/unit personnel appointed by the base/station/unit
commander are to administer the test.
Test Description
5. All items shall be performed as described below:
a. Chin-ups- The test commence from hanging position using under grasp
grip, shoulder width apart, legs crossed and bent at the knees.
b. Sit-ups- The candidate lies in the supine position; knees bent at a 90
degree angle, and feet about 30 cm apart. The hands are placed beside the
head, elbows pointing forward and must be maintained in the position
throughout the test. The ankles may be supported by partner/evaluator or
tucked under wall bars.
NOTE: Candidates are not allowed to flap their arms, remove their hands from their
heads, or lift their hips off of the mat.
c. 1 mile run- Running, jogging, walking or any combination thereof is
acceptable.
Debriefing
After the completion of the test, all candidates should be debriefed to ensure that
they are aware of what their performance was and what are the implications of
the results.
Standards
|
ITEM |
DETAIL |
STANDARD |
|
1 |
Chin-ups |
7 consecutive |
|
2 |
Bent Knee Sit ups |
31 consecutive |
|
3 |
1 mile /1600 m run or |
7:30 minutes or less |
|
600 metre Indoor shuttle run |
2:30 minutes or less |
To Book the test
Please call Becky Olstad, Fitness Coordinator at (613) 687-5511 local 7113 to book your Pre Para test now.
How long is Test Valid?
It is recommended that an individual get retested if planning to go on course and has not done the test within the last 6 months, although test is valid as long as the Commanding Officer of your Unit is confident with the candidate?s physical fitness levels prior to going.
To book a class or test, please contact your Unit's Ops & Trg cell, and have your Ops and Trg contact Rebecca Olstad at ext 7129 or EMAIL.
Dundonald Front Desk and Information 687-4500, or 687-5511 ext 7114.
Points to keep in mind prior to testing:
No smoking, large meals or beverages with caffeine 2 hours prior to testing
No vigorous exercise or alcohol 6 hours prior to testing
Wear PT dress with good running shoes
Medical Chits
Obtain a medical chit from your MO to indicate you are fit for testing if:
You have Asthma
Blood pressure over 140/90
Heart rate over 100 beats per minute
If you would answer yes to any of the health questions on the D 279.