Tread Water Test

The tread water test requires candidates to tread water, unassisted, for fifteen (15) consecutive minutes. 

• “Hey Fern, just wanted to send you a quick note to say you have some of the friendliest staff around! They were all a pleasure to deal with. I had never done some of these tests before and they were really good with explaining everything first and answering any questions I had. They were also all very welcoming every time I entered the next stage or next room or building. Please make sure they know it was very much appreciated.”
  –Mark Walter, Fire Fighter Candidate

The tread water test requires candidates to tread water, unassisted, for fifteen (15) consecutive minutes. Candidates must remain vertical and keep their head completely above water.

Failure will result if the candidate:

• can not tread water for 15 consecutive minutes
• touches the pool wall, ropes, or anyone around them
• floats on their back
• submerges underwater
• starts swimming

Attire: Bathing suit and towel.