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 IFitness Level IIFitness Level IIIFitness Level IV
IPSQA Standard7051:20257052:20257053:20257054:2025
Deadlift1 times body weight1.5 times body weight2 times body weight2.5 times body weight
Power throw 3m (10lb medicine ball)4.5m (10lb medicine ball)6m (10lb medicine ball)7.5m (10lb medicine ball)
Push-ups15 in 2 mins30 in 2 mins45 in 2 mins60 in 2 mins
Plank1 mins2 mins3 mins4 mins
Illinois Agility Test20 sec18 sec16 sec14 sec
Dummy drag60kg 20m 50 secs70kg 20m 45 secs80kg 20m 40 secs90kg 20m 30 secs
Stair climb (5 flights)12kgx2 2min45
sec
15kgx2 2min30sec18kg x2 2mins20kg x2 2 mins
Equipment carryx2 12kg for 100m 1min45secx2 15kg for 100m 1min30secx2 18kg for 100m 1min15secx2 20kg 100m 1 min
And one of the following
Run1.5 miles 15 mins1.5 miles 13 mins1.5 miles 11 mins1.5 miles 9 mins
Swim500m 15 mins500m 12 mins500m 10 mins500m 8 mins
Cycle (stationery)5km 15 mins5km 12 mins5km 10 mins5km 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:

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