CPAT / OFAI SIMULATOR

Demo question

Set up the stations in a gym, park or driveway, then run the sequence with this timer. Each event has a training target; the verdict compares your total against the standard. Confirm official protocols with your department or testing provider.

Candidate Physical Ability Test

Eight consecutive events performed as one continuous, timed sequence with a walking transition between stations.

Gear: 23 kg (50 lb) weighted vest, plus 11 kg added for the stair climb.

Total time standard: 10:20

Station 1 of 8

Stair Climb

3 minutes on a step mill at 60 steps per minute with an extra 11 kg on the shoulders.

Stay upright, do not grip the rails for support, and hold a steady cadence from the first step.

Station time

0:00

Target 3:20

Total

0:00

Standard 10:20

Sequence

  1. Stair Climb3:20
  2. Hose Drag1:00
  3. Equipment Carry0:50
  4. Ladder Raise & Extension0:55
  5. Forcible Entry0:40
  6. Search1:00
  7. Rescue Drag0:45
  8. Ceiling Breach & Pull1:50