Aptitude Examination

Firefighter Services of Ontario administers an entry-level firefighter aptitude examination.

• “I am a full-time firefighter with the Brantford Fire Department. I have been through the Firefighter Services of Ontario testing twice, while applying to different departments, and both times was very impressed by how efficient the entire process was and how helpful the staff were.”
  -Bobbi Aneca, Full-Time Fire Fighter

Firefighter Services of Ontario administers an entry-level firefighter aptitude examination. The test format is multiple choice.

Description of the types of questions include:

1. Understanding oral information
2. Reading comprehension
3. Mathematical ability
4. Mechanical aptitude

Terminology in this exam is not intended to discriminate against any specific gender, individual or groups of persons. Pronouns are used in a neutral, generic sense and should not be construed as favoring any individual or group of people.

All test materials will be provided. Scrap paper will be provided for problem solving. Cell phones, smart watches, and calculators are not permitted. Candidates are not permitted to leave the examination room throughout the duration of the test.

Candidates requiring special accommodations must contact us AT LEAST one week prior to their appointment. A psychoeducational assessment from a qualified professional indicating the type of accommodation(s) is required for consideration.

Candidates must attain a score of at least 70 percent on the exam in order to receive a “Pass” grade.