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Physical ability & agility testing.

Although the job of Police Officer and Deputy Sheriff is a highly rewarding job, it can also be physically demanding and require strength and stamina.  To be certified as a law enforcement officer by the Alabama Peace Officer Standards & Training Commission (APOSTC), a new recruit must be able to pass a test of their physical abilities.  

 

Applicants will be required to participate in a physical ability test with the potential hiring department, in addition to completing a physical agility test (obstacle course).  

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Physical Ability Test

  • Complete 22 push-ups in 1 minute

  • Complete 25 sit-ups in 1 minute

  • Complete a 1.5 mile run in 15 minutes and 28 seconds

 

Physical Agility Test

  • Push a car 15 feet

  • Scale a 6' fence

  • Crawl through a 2' x 2' window opening

  • Walk on a balance beam for 5 yards

  • Drag a 165lb dummy 5 yards

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