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I receive numerous emails regarding the Physical Agility Test. Click above to watch a demonstration and read below for all the details. If you still have questions, please email me at officermccoy@gmail.com .
The Physical Agility Test consists of three (3) separate timed events as follows:
Event # 1 - Stair Climb -The first event consists of ascending two complete floors that must be completed in 17 seconds.
Event # 2 - Agility Run - A timed obstacle course that must be completed within 80 seconds or less. The course consists of an 800 foot run (6 total laps). During the first lap ONLY, the applicant must complete a 5’3” running jump, and climb a 3’6” wall.
Event #3 - Push Ups and Sit Ups - Immediately upon completion of the obstacle course, the applicant must do 6 push-ups and 20 sit-ups within 120 seconds.
Should the applicant fail any of the events, the entire test must be retaken. Two additional attempts may be given after a failure; should the third attempt fail, the applicant must wait 30 days before retaking the test.
24 comment:
Well, gee gosh and golly, Cap'n Midnight, that wasn't hard at all. And here, I've been worrying myself sick that I'll be outta shape for the PAT.
Question for you, though: I'm 265# at 6'4". I know I'm over the height/weight ratio. What sort of leeway is there to get past that while going through the application process? I'm already working out with a PT group, and will continue to do so as a New Year's promise to myself, but do I have to wait and come back when I'm within department hiring guidelines?
Thank you for posting this! It has really helped me.
Depending on your body type we can evaluate you. Please email me for further instructions.
I watched the video for the Physical Agility Test, and I know I can pass this course. I look forward to the challenges at the Academy and beyond.
Your office is doing a great service in posting this type of information. Words are great, but showing a potential recruit the minimum level of performance in a video--now that is a great motivator.
Thank you "Slamdunk" for the compliments. I am glad that I am connecting with the applicants.
Regarding the push ups..... is there modified female pushups allowed? i.e. knees on ground to accomodate the vastly different muscle groups used compared to males?
Seems this part of the test would eliminate a lot of females, especially older females and discourage them from applying.
As we are only asking for six push standard push ups. You can do it!!!!
Officer McCoy, I want to thank you for the time given to us to come to the academy. The tour was great
Officer Mccoy I want to thank you for puting that video on the website, it motivates me. The only concern I have is that 5ft jump. I have made an obstacle course of my own in my back yard to help me train for this test. I just want to say thank you, this video has been a big help.
You are welcome. I promise the wall is not a problem. you will be fine.
Officer Mccoy, Is there a height requirement? I am 5 ft I was just wondering. Thank you again
Officer Mccoy, is there a chart on here that shows you what qualifies as having your weight proportionate to your hight? I am 6ft tall and weigh 220 lbs. Thank you for the video it has been beyond helpful!
Too easy! I did more than that on day 1 of bootcamp HOOAH!!! Will be applying soon...can't wait to get started! Served in Iraq and ready to serve H-town!
thats way easier than i thought army standards are 10 times harder im ready hpd!
Officer McCOY; I Know that you have a height to weight requirement. Im sitting at 6' and around 280lbs is there any way around this?
6' 280. On occasion, if you are a body builder and you look like you are in great shape and not just overweight, we can send you for a body fat composition test and see where you fall. If you are within 24 percent for males and 34 percent for females, we may allow you to proceed.
Im nervous about my agility test next Thursday Officer McCoy, the push-ups are killing me... any tips on push-ups?
I have a question I'm a US citizen but did not graduate college in the US will this affect my application
I was just wondering what is the time limit for running the 6 laps.
80 seconds
Officer McCoy,
How often does HPD have the academy? Once a year, twice a year? I need to know when the ideal time to submit my application would be! Thanks for the video, very excited!
You can submit your application anytime at www.hpdcareer.com Class numbers vary year to year.
Officer Mc Coy, I hope HPD will raise its age limit and or lower its education requirement to fill patrol posisitions. Do you think if an applicant were pay his way through the academy or reimburse HPD if he did not pass the age and education limits could be eased? Pyhsical ability and desire to serve are an equal value to HPD.
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