The Candidate Physical Ability Test evaluates individuals interested in joining a fire department. The test requires candidates to successfully complete some of the tasks typically performed by firefighters. This includes a simulation of related duties and eight specific events. Candidates have a total of 10 minutes and 20 seconds to complete all eight of the tasks.
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Aerobic fitness testing is a way of learning your current level of health and physical conditioning. It measures how well your blood transports oxygen around your body and how well your muscles are able to use that oxygen.
A good exercise program consists of both anaerobic and aerobic exercises. The difference between the two can be summed up in one word---oxygen.