They can't use a 35 foot ladder instead of a The eqpt carry must be 2 saws, not 2 buckets of sand. The distances to walk are measured out exactly. Now, when you read through the CPAT test guidelines, can you really say it's hard? The CPAT has you walk on a stairstepper, at a rate of 50 steps per minute, wearing a weighted vest. Can't go faster, can't go slower. Just 1 step about every second. You do this for 3 minutes. You fail if you fall off, or can't do it for 3 minutes.
Some depts actually have you run up some real stairs, carrying a hosepack, wearing a real SCBA. You are timed-the faster you go, the better your score. Which is harder? Which is "less fair" to weaker people? The CPAt has a hosedrag. You need to pull an uncharged hoseline in a straight line, then pull some more around a corner. Which is easier? Get the idea? Last edited by mitllesmertz1 ; , PM. Thanks for clearing all that up. Now it makes sense. I just took the written test for one county and they mentioned failure rates.
The test is pretty much a no brainer Go on to cpatonline. I took it last week, and I didnt take the practice or the orientation and passed it in 9 minutes. As long as you are in decent physical shape. Its easy. For major metro departments, this may be old news. But for many smaller departments, integrating women is a significant challenge.
Very few studies look specifically at women firefighters. For example, the U. However, Hanifan shared a few preliminary research studies that point to some important differences between men and women firefighters, including:. Better data is certainly needed.
In the meantime, there are many steps departments and leaders can take to address the unique challenges women firefighters face. As with any problem, the solution begins with understanding the scope of the issue. Hanifan groups the factors affecting women in the fire service into three categories:. Hanifan suggests departments create a more welcoming environment for all recruits by holding open practice sessions and arming candidates with detailed information on the CPAT and what will be expected of them.
They also face challenges if and when they become pregnant—is it safe to keep responding to calls, and for how long? Does the department place them on light duty for the remainder of their pregnancy, or are they left without options? Psychological — Women may experience higher levels of anxiety and stress in the fire service; Hanifan notes this is directly related to their low numbers. She was the first women hired full time in her department.
Sexism, conflicts with co-workers and bullying are additional psychological battles women firefighters face. Cultural — Longstanding cultural issues can also create barriers for women. Hanifan challenges departments to look at their public-facing materials such as their websites and social media accounts.
What can departments do to start bringing down the barriers impacting women firefighters? Hanifan provides four ideas:. Improve fire station design. I training my butt off and want to take ever chance i have to pass this time.
If your a female firefighter and you've passed or even trained for this tell me your story. Replies to This Discussion Permalink Reply by John on March 5, at pm In Ohio I had found a site where they had exercises that you can do to help get ready for the CPAT test, unfortunately I cannot remember the site nor do I still have it, You can always do a search on it and maybe find some good routines.
Good Luck on taking it. I hope you've been in the gym since your last attempt. I tried to convince a fella here to get into the gym and get ready, 8 days before the test he asked, "What can I do to get ready? You don't need anything fancy. I did and now do again, 8 years later a simple two day split at the gym on weights. This was set up by a coach with a masters in Exercise Physiology, he's been studying this for a decade.
It works, I was in the best shape of my life until I decided to mix it up. Back to basics back to being stronger than ever. It doesn't have to be hard or specific to the test. Do not leave it to the last minute and do not stop working out after the test, like some applicants do. Be your own best safety officer, get strong, stay strong! I would also reccomend the following for the treadmill THEN set the incline to 12 and run at 5. Walk it off, hydrate, catch your breath for two minutes
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