With now four levels of fitness to cater for different public safety roles, IPSQA’s CorePass® Fitness Test is a great way to keep operational credentials consolidated.
The introduction of these four new fitness tests marks a significant step towards standardizing physical assessment across various public safety services. By establishing a common testing methodology, we aim to create a more unified and efficient approach to evaluating the fitness levels of responders in fire, rescue, police, and military roles.
These tests are designed to be adaptable, with different levels corresponding to the specific demands of various positions within these services. The comprehensive nature of these assessments ensures that all crucial aspects of physical readiness are evaluated, including strength, endurance, agility, and job-specific skills. Notably, the inclusion of elements such as the Illinois Agility Test, which is utilized by elite organizations like the US Secret Service, underscores the tests’ validity and relevance to real-world scenarios. This standardized approach not only promotes fairness and consistency in evaluation but also facilitates easier transfer of personnel between services and provides clear benchmarks for career progression. By implementing these tests, we are setting a new standard for physical fitness in public safety roles, ensuring that our responders are well-prepared for the challenges they may face in the line of duty.
Requirements
Fitness Level I | Fitness Level II | Fitness Level III | Fitness Level IV | |
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IPSQA Standard | 7051:2025 | 7052:2025 | 7053:2025 | 7054:2025 |
Deadlift | 1 times body weight | 1.5 times body weight | 2 times body weight | 2.5 times body weight |
Power throw | 3m (10lb medicine ball) | 4.5m (10lb medicine ball) | 6m (10lb medicine ball) | 7.5m (10lb medicine ball) |
Push-ups | 15 in 2 mins | 30 in 2 mins | 45 in 2 mins | 60 in 2 mins |
Plank | 1 mins | 2 mins | 3 mins | 4 mins |
Illinois Agility Test | 20 sec | 18 sec | 16 sec | 14 sec |
Dummy drag | 60kg 20m 50 secs | 70kg 20m 45 secs | 80kg 20m 40 secs | 90kg 20m 30 secs |
Stair climb (5 flights) | 12kgx2 2min45 sec | 15kgx2 2min30sec | 18kg x2 2mins | 20kg x2 2 mins |
Equipment carry | x2 12kg for 100m 1min45sec | x2 15kg for 100m 1min30sec | x2 18kg for 100m 1min15sec | x2 20kg 100m 1 min |
And one of the following | ||||
Run | 1.5 miles 15 mins | 1.5 miles 13 mins | 1.5 miles 11 mins | 1.5 miles 9 mins |
Swim | 500m 15 mins | 500m 12 mins | 500m 10 mins | 500m 8 mins |
Cycle (stationery) | 5km 15 mins | 5km 12 mins | 5km 10 mins | 5km 8 mins |
Target Audience
- Firefighters
- EMTs
- Law enforcement officers
- Military operators
- Flight crew
- Security officers
- Lifeguards
- Industrial safety responders
- Search and rescue technicians
Swimming Competency
Agencies may also be interested to incorporate CorePass® Competent Swimmer where such skill is operationally required.
For candidates seeking certification for related competencies, IPSQA offers a range of other certification products including:
- IPSQA Certificate in Public Safety (Emergency Vehicle Operator)
- IPSQA CorePass® Wildfire Awareness
- IPSQA CorePass® Public Safety Radio
- IPSQA CorePass® Confined Space Awareness
- IPSQA CorePass® Height Safety I/II
- IPSQA CorePass® INSARAG First Responder
- IPSQA CorePass® Community Emergency Response
- IPSQA CorePass® First Aid I-IV (Basic to Advanced)
- IPSQA CorePass® Workplace Fire Suppression I

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Further information
Contact us or your local Accredited Testing Centre for further information.