PHYSICAL TRAINING

Physical Training Entrance Requirements

1.5 Mile Run: 16 minutes 11 seconds

A measure of cardiovascular endurance or aerobic power. It is almost an identical test to the 12-minute run test, only instead of distance the subject runs for time.

1. Have subjects warm up
2. Subjects should be instructed to cover the distance as fast as possible
3. At the command "GO" time is started.
4. Score is time to run the course
5. A cool down is required after running

Push Ups: 14 Repetitions

This is a measure of the muscular endurance of the upper body extensor. It is important for use of force involving pushing motion. The score is the number of push-ups completed.

1. The subject starts in front, lean and rest position. Hands are shoulder width apart, feet are 3" apart or less.
2. The subject lowers self until the elbows lock out with the upper arm parallel to the ground in the down position.
3. The back must be kept straight at all times
4. The subject can rest in the up position

Vertical Jump: 14.5 inches

This is a measure of jumping or explosive power. It is an important area for pursuit tasks that require jumping and vaulting.

1. Subject stands flat footed with one side toward the wall and reaches up as high as possible to make his/her standard reach
2. Subject jumps as high as possible and marks the spot on the wall above his/her standard reach mark
3. Score is the inches to the nearest ½ inch
4. The best of three trials is the score

Sit-Up: 23 repetitions within 1 minute

This is a measure of the muscular endurance of the abdominal muscles. It is an important area for performing tasks that may involve the use of force and is an important area for maintaining good posture and minimizing lower back problems. The score is in the number if sit-ups completed. This test should be performed on a mat or carpet surface.

1. The subject starts by lying on his back, knees bent, heels flat on the floor. Hands are behind the head but not interlaced
2. A partner hold the feet down
3. The subject then performs as many correct sit-ups as possible in one minute.
4. In the up position, the individual should touch his elbows to his knees or upper legs and then return to a full lying position before starting the next sit up
5. The subject should not raise the buttocks from the ground and when returning to the down position the shoulder blades should touch the ground.
6. Score is total number of correct sit-ups in 1 minute

Physical Training Exit Requirements.

1.5 Mile Run: 14 minutes 46 seconds

A measure of cardiovascular endurance or aerobic power. It is almost an identical test to the 12-minute run test, only instead of distance the subject runs for time.

1. Have subjects warm up
2. Subjects should be instructed to cover the distance as fast as possible
3. At the command "GO" time is started.
4. Score is time to run the course
5. A cool down is required after running

Push Ups: 21 Repetitions

This is a measure of the muscular endurance of the upper body extensor. It is important for use of force involving pushing motion. The score is the number of push-ups completed.

1. The subject starts in front, lean and rest position. Hands are shoulder width apart, feet are 3" apart or less.
2. The subject lowers self until the elbows lock out with the upper arm parallel to the ground in the down position.
3. The back must be kept straight at all times
4. The subject can rest in the up position

Vertical Jump: 17.5 inches

This is a measure of jumping or explosive power. It is an important area for pursuit tasks that require
jumping and vaulting.

1. Subject stands flat footed with one side toward the wall and reaches up as high as possible to make his/her standard reach
2. Subject jumps as high as possible and marks the spot on the wall above his/her standard reach mark
3. Score is the inches to the nearest ½ inch
4. The best of three trials is the score

Sit-Up: (29 Repetitions within 1 minute)

This is a measure of the muscular endurance of the abdominal muscles. It is an important area for performing tasks that may involve the use of force and is an important area of maintaining good posture and minimizing lower back problems. The score is in the number if sit-ups completed. This test should be performed on a mat of carpet surface.

1. The subject starts by lying on his back, knees bent, heels flat on the floor. Hands are behind the head but not interlaced
2. A partner hold the feet down
3. The subject then performs as many correct sit-ups as possible in one minute.
4. In the up position, the individual should touch his elbows to his knees or upper legs and then return to a full lying position before starting the next sit up
5. The subject should not raise the buttocks form the ground and when returning to the down position the shoulder blades should touch the ground.
6. Score is total number of correct sit-ups in 1 minute

300 Meters: 64 Seconds

This test measures anaerobic power and sprinting ability

1. Subject runs 300 meters at maximal level of effort. Time to complete distance is recorded
2. Subject should walk for 3-4 minutes immediately following test to cool down. This is an important safety practice.

URMMA Standards

The following test standards have been scientifically validated as job related by Thomas & Means and Associates through a study conducted for URMMA in 1998 and 1999. There are five (5) physical fitness tests that will be given in one day as a battery of tests as follows:

1) 1.5 Mile Run: 15 minutes 54 seconds

This measures aerobic power of cardiovascular endurance (the ability to sustain exertion over time). The test consists of running/walking as fast as safely possible the distance of 1.5 miles.

2) 1 Repetition Maximum (RM) Bench Press: 75% of your body weight

This measures the absolute strength of the upper body. The test consists of lying on a bench and pushing up as much weight as possible, one time.

3) Maximum Push Up: 25 repetitions

This measures the muscular endurance of the upper body. The test consists of doing as many push ups as possible, from the front, lean and rest position with no time limit.

4) Sit Up: 35 in one minute

This measures the abdominal or trunk muscular endurance. The test consists of lying on the ground and doing as many bent leg sit ups as possible in 1 minute.

5) Vertical Jump: 16 inches

This measures leg power. The test consists of jumping beside a wall and marking how high the sworn officer can jump from a standing position. Each test is scored separately and sworn officers must meet the standard on each test.

URMMA Standards

In addition to the Police Academy physical training requirements, some law enforcement and corrections agencies require applicants to be able to pass the Utah Risk Management Mutual Association (URMMA) standards (found at the bottom of this page).