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

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CPAT TESTING STARTS THIS WEEKEND To move forward in the hiring process and be considered for the next recruit class, candidates must have a passing NTN written score before entering the next phase: CPAT. The stair climb is the part that challenges most candidates. We asked some of our members about their experience. 🎥 Watch this short video to hear what they shared. If you’re still considering applying, there is still time to get in on the action but you need to submit your application at https