Physical Fitness and Health Standards Flashcards
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What does PARE stand for in the RCMP recruitment process?
Answer: Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation
PARE stands for Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation, which is the standardized fitness test required for RCMP membership.
What is the maximum time allowed to complete the standard PARE test for RCMP applicants?
Answer: 4 minutes 45 seconds
The standard PARE completion time required for RCMP applicants is 4 minutes and 45 seconds (4:45).
How many laps of the obstacle course circuit must a candidate complete during the PARE test?
Answer: 6 laps
The PARE obstacle course requires candidates to complete 6 laps of the circuit, simulating a sustained foot pursuit.
Which component immediately follows the obstacle course run in the PARE test?
Answer: Push/pull exercise
After completing the 6 laps of the obstacle course, candidates must perform a push/pull exercise that simulates restraining a suspect.
What real-world police action does the PARE push/pull component simulate?
Answer: Restraining or controlling a combative suspect
The push/pull exercise in PARE is designed to simulate the action of restraining or controlling a combative suspect.
At what resistance weight is the push/pull component of the PARE set?
Answer: 40 kg
The push/pull component of the PARE is set at a resistance of 40 kilograms (approximately 88 pounds).
Which of the following is NOT a feature of the PARE obstacle course?
Answer: Swimming portion
Swimming is not part of the PARE obstacle course; the course includes hurdles, stairs, and sharp directional changes that simulate a police pursuit.