Firefighter CPAT Test Walkthrough
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- Опубліковано 7 сер 2024
- Rocky Ridge Fire Department Training Chief Justin Baker and I walk through the firefighter CPAT test and show you what to bring, what to expect, and what is involved in the test.
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0:00 Introduction
1:26 Stair Climb
2:31 Hose Drag
3:02 Equipment Carry
3:24 Ladder Raise and Extension
3:56 Forcible Entry
4:11 Search
4:30 Rescue
4:50 Ceiling Breach and Pull
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I would say the stair climb and the force entry were the most challenging for me. Legs got tired on climb and arms on the force entry but never give up. Good luck to everyone and great video 😃
Thanks Jose!
Are the portions timed or is it just to completion?
The stairs are timed in that, there’s a 20 second warmup period (50steps/min) then the 10:20 time clock starts and you have 3 more minutes (60steps/min). Other than that, there isn’t a time limit for any particular event, just the overall time.
@@hunterduncan1078 I don’t know if it depends on the department you are doing it for. Usually there is a time limit
@@joseluismartinez562 CPAT is a standardized test. It doesn’t matter where you take it, the events will always be in the same order, with the same distance between each event, with the same time limit.
Passed mine first try today ‼️🦍 get through stairs and dummy
That’s great!
Yup! Stairs and Dummy were the hardest parts of the test for me. But I just pull all my focus forward and came out at 10 minutes and 17 seconds. Not the most ideal timing, but at least I passed.
Yep once you push thru that dummy you’re golden
@@codyerickson3550 1020 is the goal dude. You're a fireman. You go.
That dummy was soooo much harder than I thought it would be
I was 320 lbs 18 months ago, today I’m taking my test at 255 lbs.
How’d you do
@@RobertVasquezJr-hh1hu failed at the body drag, but I’m honestly pretty excited to have made it so far. It was a practice event that cost nothing, so I’ll be going again in a week or two.
Sorry to hear that, but at least you know what to work on more specifically now. That’s great that you’ve been able to drop from 320 to 255! Keep up the good work!
@@KarryJones in my state, the practice exams are free. I was close enough without training to feel confident that I will pass after a few weeks of dedicated lifting and cardio. It is my determined purpose to one day say my best years are not behind me.
took mine on Wednesday and passed on my first try this video is very helpful pace yourself and dont give up keep pushing
That's great!
how did you train?
Passed first try with no orientation or practice runs thanks to you guys! I cant wait to be a firefighter one day :)
That’s great! Good luck on the rest of your firefighter journey!
I passed my CPAT first try this weekend with an 8:52. I wanted be faster, but I'll take the pass. The stairs weren't nearly as bad as I thought they would be, but I trained for them. I didn't feel *real* exhaustion until I hit the back half of the dummy drag. I then took *forever* to get through the ceiling breach and pull.
Thank you for providing this resource for everyone!
Congrats on passing on the first try!
Great videos they helped out alot just passed CPAT a couple of weeks ago
Thanks, glad to be able to help!
Took it yesterday. It was a good challenge and fun workout.
Nice. It’s definitely a good, quick, full body workout!
I’m taking my practice cpat test tomorrow! This video helped a lot thanks!
Good luck, glad to be able to help! Also check out my tips video if you haven’t already
Great video guys! I’ll be doing this test in a week and a half in a bid to join my local volunteer FD. This is probably the best video I’ve found on this test yet, and you included some important details I haven’t caught in other videos
Glad to help! Good luck on your test!
@@KarryJones thanks for well wishes, I passed it today in 9.08! thanks to you guys I was prepared and knew what to do 😁
I remember Justin baker he’s a very good guy very knowledgeable. I recently got on a fire department in 2020
Yep, he’s been with Rocky Ridge for quite a while. Has helped countless firefighters get started with their careers by running the CPAT program there.
Update.. just got invited to a chiefs interview!! Never let anyone tell you that you can’t do it!! I’m 50 years old and moving on! Thanks for all your videos..
That’s great! Congrats on making it that far and I wish you the best!
I'm 50 and thinking about taking this test
@@brethoing7284 It’s not too late! The rookie on my crew has a few years on you, and he can outwork some of the twenty year olds on the department.
Taking the cpat this upcoming Monday in Huntsville Alabama! I’m pumped!
Good luck! I’d say the test is more of a mental test than physical. As long as you don’t quit and keep pushing through you’ll do fine!
@@KarryJones for sure, tho I wish they’d let you know your time or something, but it is what is it
I take mine in Anniston tomorrow
@@theethanater6431 almost 2 years into being a ff now. Hope it goes well for you
@@mattdawgg100 congrats man! Just a few questions if you don’t mind. I’m really interested in becoming a fire fighter. How do you like it? What’s your schedule over there and how do you feel about it? Over here in CT most departments are at a 24/72 schedule.
Taking my CPAT monday. Thanks for making this guys.
You’re welcome! Hope it goes well for you.
Took my cpat test for the first time today, and did it in 8 min and 1 sec!!!!
Nice!
Taking it in two days. Thanks for the video!
You’re welcome! Hope everything goes well for you!
how did it go?
Yo man how’s it go I’m taking mine tomorrow
Just pasted the written exam super excited
What written exam?
How was it ?
Great CPAT video!!!!!
Thanks, I hope it really helps people who are going to be taking the test. I tried to make it relevant to those who are taking it at Rocky Ridge, but also have enough value to benefit anyone across the country.
@@KarryJones I'm taking it in St. Pete florida and so far its the most informative video I've found, much appreciated my guy
Just passed mine! Was tough but if you don’t quit, you can do it!
Congrats on passing!
I had to climb over a small wall in the maze in my cpat cool. Thanks for telling me instructions
You’re welcome! Glad to be able to help!
Taking my first CPAT tomorrow, wish me luck 🤞
Hope everything goes well! Good luck!
Just passed my CPAT today, wanted to stop and take a breath after the hose drag, but just kept going. A little sloppy too, but I still made it with 30 seconds to spare!
That’s great! It’s more of a mental test than you’d expect. It’s too easy to take a break, thinking that you have plenty of time to finish. Good job pushing through!
Applied to my local FD good video to see
Awesome! Thank you!
Hmmm, this might make for a fun workout alternative. It'd be fun to drag my kids around the yard 😅
It is a great workout! A couple of kids in a sled might make a similar drag to the 165lb mannequin, and the kids would get a fun ride as a nice by-product!
This is quality content
Thanks! How about that slow motion shot at 3:56? Definitely my favorite B-roll shot!
This test is no joke him sweating in the beginning of this video holding his composure is an understatement (yes I passed )
So, the sweating at the beginning was just from helping reset the test for the candidates earlier that morning, haha.
But yes, the test is much harder than it appears!
Take mine tomorrow! I’ll update when I’m done
Good luck!
@@KarryJones timed out at the dummy pull, I didn’t pass, it’s definitely a lot harder then a lot of people let on
Oh no! Well, hopefully you have some specific things to train on to be able to crush it next time. Don’t give up!
Last time the thing that got me was the breach not sure why but it was 15+ swings for every candidate. I failed on my last set of pull-down. Was the most disheartening thing to think I passed only for them to say I failed by seconds. Will be taking it again in 2 weeks whatever yall do. NEVER GIVE UP! it's only 10 push until your body has nothing to give.
Ah, that’s so disappointing! Good luck on your retest!
Yeah, that breach can be a pain sometimes, I’ve seen it as few as 4 hits and as many as 25ish. The biggest thing is to hit it in the center so that it slides evenly on its rails behind.
@KarryJones definitely using that tip. Truly appreciate it!
@DeficatingBum you’re welcome! If you haven’t seen it yet, check out my video of CPAT tips for some other ways to shave off a few seconds:
ua-cam.com/video/QQqiuYPLBWM/v-deo.html
On the mass pat video the maze was a huge square
That’s a totally different test. CPAT has their own requirements for the maze portion.
One more try I should be able to do it after getting stamina up!
Just keep working on cardio and mental endurance!
@@KarryJones will do!
No way, I looked up this video and didn't realize this is ROCKY RIDGE. That's 10 minutes from my house and directly across the street from my church.
Hey, that’s great! CPAT is at Station 2 at 4870 Cahaba River Road. Look up their Facebook page for dates: facebook.com/people/Rocky-Ridge-Fire-CPAT/100063555880738/
I got a week to prepare! Any advice going into my CPAT ?
I would highly suggest training with a stairmaster and weighted vest, if you have access to one. That’s the one event that takes out the highest number of candidates. I know you don’t have much time left, but work on increasing cardio capacity. If you haven’t seen it, I do have a video with some exercise ideas geared towards the specific movements in CPAT: ua-cam.com/video/lc2oERN4x7Q/v-deo.html
And tips for getting a better time: ua-cam.com/video/QQqiuYPLBWM/v-deo.html
Also, get plenty of rest the day & night before and stay hydrated the morning of.
CPAT is a mental challenge as much as physical. Keep pushing even when you’re tired and feel like stopping. It’s much easier to keep going than to stop and try to start back.
The dummy drag killed me I was done by the dummy drag
Yep, it seems so much heavier once you’ve done all the other stations.
does anyone have suggestions to replicate the weight on stairs? I've just been using a backpack full of weights
Just anything to add to your body weight. A backpack with weights is a great solution and probably slightly harder than a weight vest, since a weight vest keeps everything centered around your core. A farmer’s carry would work as well, as long as you can do it safely on the stairs.
@@KarryJones thank you for the advice I really appreciate it
@@jandzjamz6342 no problem! You may have already watched it, but I also have a video on my channel that has some great workout ideas for preparing for CPAT: ua-cam.com/video/lc2oERN4x7Q/v-deo.html
Failed today due to time. Failed on the last portion. I've passed the test before about a year ago. Went to emt and fire academy graduated and took the test again to get hired, but failed. Very annoying. Ill hit the gym harder for a month and go back and take it again.
Ah, I know you must have felt terrible! At least you know what to work on and will be able to easily pass on your next attempt.
@@KarryJones I think an issue with me is I panic. I can do the stair master at my gym for 5 mins with a 80 pound walk around after. But when I do the cpat at the beginning I start panicking and start breathing hard and my heart starts going harder. With me, it mostly seems like a mental thing unfortunately.
@@KarryJones i went back and passed it. had 49 seconds left.
@@xMACHOxMANx that’s great!
@@xMACHOxMANx if you fail how long until you can try again?
I have 6 days to prepare for my CPAT... I'm 53 years old, and not in the best shape.... Plan on doing the stairclimber twice a day for the next 6 days. I can do it now, but have to hold on, so... wish me luck.
You have a lot of work ahead to only have 6 days to prep…but good luck on your journey.
Just don’t go so hard that you get yourself hurt, and get plenty of rest before the test.
I have a 4 hr drive there and spending the night. So I’m taking off the day before to rest and recover.
How much does the pike
Pole part weigh
60lbs for pushing up, 80lbs for pulling down
I’m taking my CPAT test tomorrow morning and 9:00AM I’ll let you guys know how it goes
Good luck! Just keep pushing through to the end. It’s just as much mental endurance as it is physical.
How much weight is on the ceiling breach?
60lbs. up, 80lbs. down
@@KarryJones Thanks.
Would it be ok to use some of your footage on a video I'm working on?
It depends. Feel free to reach out to me by email (you can find it on my channel about page under “more” by the bio on the YT desktop site).
How much does each power tool weigh?
They’re about 30lbs each. The circular saw is 32lbs +/- 3lbs and the chainsaw is 28lbs +/- 3lbs.
@@KarryJones thanks.
If I take this test at 115 and I’m 5’6 am I cooked ?
It all depends on your endurance level. If you have great cardio and decent strength, you may be ok. Best way to find out is call your testing location and see if you can do a practice test.
Can you fireman’s carry the dummy? Ik it may seem like a dumb question, but as a former marine I feel like I could do better that way. So basically I’m asking does it have to be a drag or can it be a carry?
The CPAT manual specifically states drag. You are also required to use one or both handles of the harness, but that can be done by reaching up under the arms of the dummy if you wanted to.
@@KarryJones thank you I very much appreciate it. I fkn hate drags we used to do it during the CFT but it was under the arms. But regardless I feel like I got it. Used to doing ruck runs and shi like that.
@user-df4cc4lr8j
I found it much easier to grab 1 handle @ the harness and pull the mannequin behind you at a crisp walk..
Much easier than waking backwards with baby steps using both handles.
I was in the 1st group to run the CPAT in our department over 23 years ago...
Thank goodness a captain's wife set up a practice course and offered an eight week class, including unlimited use of the CPAT equipment...she even got us community College credits.
I also bought up 75# vest and did every work out wearing it before rookie school...probably why I needed bilateral knee replacement a few years ago. Lol!!
How many times do you have to hit the block (door breach)??
Ever play baseball??
How strong are you??
I could do it in 3 full swings...
I've seen candidates take 10+ swings.
@@johnpeters9793 Ok, so it Just depends on you. Thank you
There is a buzzer that goes off when you are done. I’ve seen it take as few as 3 hits and as many as 20. It all depends on how hard you swing and how accurate you place the blow. A hit in the center will move it much more than an off-axis hit.
@@KarryJonesWhat weight is the sledge hammer? My gym doesn’t have one so I want to buy one to practice with.
@@gloriai.gerena8878 it is a 10lb sledgehammer.
hi i’m currently getting my body physically ready to pursue my dream of becoming a firefighter any tips for me to do in the gym???
Absolutely: ua-cam.com/video/lc2oERN4x7Q/v-deo.html
How much does the victim weigh?
165lbs
This is all and the written exam cause when I get older I want to do this but I have have anxiety
Not sure what written exam you're referring to, but as long as you prepare properly, the CPAT test isn't anything to be anxious about.
How much time do you have to complete all of this ?
10 minutes and 20 seconds, not including the 20 second warm-up period on the stairmaster.
I need a career change, and I’m thinking of being a firefighter
It's a great career!
Test isn’t hard just keep moving and don’t stop don’t worry about time ,
"Isn't hard" is definitely relative to how in-shape you are going into the test. I've seen as many as 20 out of 22 candidates fail on a single test day. It is a mental test as well as physical, so continuing to keep moving forward and pushing through is a must.
Looks like he did the test before hand and had to do it again cause the camera man forgot to press record
Haha, that’s what Alabama heat/humidity will do!
What level is 60 steps per min
I’m not sure what level it is, but the CPAT sequence on a Stairmaster is arrow up, 91, enter.
People who done this what was the hardest station
Definitely the stairs. Second to that the dummy drag. But the problem isn't the actual station, it's doing all of them back to back with only an 80 foot walk between to catch your breath.
Just the stairs
The stairs for sure. The last one isn't hard but you're tired because it's the last one so I'd rank that second.
I completed it in 9 minutes beware of dummy, I got humbled
Congrats on passing! It's definitely harder than it appears.
People fail this? Looks so easy
Yes. I’ve seen as many as 20 in a group of 22 fail. As long as you have good cardio and pace yourself, it’s not that bad.
People tend to underestimate how tired they’ll be after almost three and a half minutes on the stairmaster with 75 extra pounds on, then aren’t able to mentally push through after that.
Really doesnt seem that bad tbh
It really depends on how good your cardio is. Each event by itself is fairly easy. But to do them all back to back with only a short walk in between, while wearing a weighted vest, will wear you down.
@Karry Jones Im coming off active duty Marines. My question is what determines pass or fail? Is it a time limit or failing events? If you're not allowed to run then what is the determining factor?
@_Sogo there is a 10’20” time limit to complete the course, but each event must be completed before proceeding to the next event. You will have a proctor walking with you the whole way to give instructions, so don’t sweat remembering everything. If you were just active duty Marines, you shouldn’t have any problem passing.
The whole point of the test is just to make sure you’re physically capable of doing basic fireground tasks, not to see how physically fit you are. It’s just a pass/fail test that’s typically required before hiring and/or going to recruit school.
So, what is the percentage of biological female applicants that fail the CPAT test compared to biological males?
Unfortunately I don’t think they collect that data. I can tell you from when I used to proctor tests, most of the time the females who showed up to take the test were prepared enough to pass on the first try versus quite a few males who thought it would be easy only to quit halfway through the test because they didn’t have the endurance.
@@KarryJones : You mentioned that most of the women that showed up were prepared enough but you didn't mention approximately how many actually passed. When you proctored the test, was their pass percentage above 75%, 50%, 25%? Or was it even lower...10%, 5%, 1%? I don't need an exact number, an approximation would be fine.
@@FM-nm4ng "most of" to me implies above 67%
This looks like a thinly veiled AnTi-WoKe comment.
Took my first practice run today and was over by 25 seconds . Definitely feel like I could pass as I was familiarizing myself with the course mostly today. The official test is set for next Thursday 🫣🫣
That's not bad! Yes, now that you're familiar with the course, you should be able to go through faster next time. In case you haven't seen it yet, I have a few tips on how to improve your time: ua-cam.com/video/QQqiuYPLBWM/v-deo.html