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Posted by: CTrain

I know I'm going to get flamed for asking, but...

Can anyone tell me the standards the MSP uses for the initial PAT test? I looked on the MSP site, and couldn't find it. Thanks

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Posted by: 5-0

If you are talking about what is necessary to get into the academy, I think it's an obstacle course run around 2:00 min or so, then a 1.5 mile run. I can't recall if the run is a pass/fail or just an assessment to see if you are a turtle.

Just run your ass off prior too, do push ups, and get a pleiometrics DVD.

I'm sure a trooper will confirm or deny this.

edit: You will have plenty of time to train before the next RTT. lol

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Posted by: KJack815

HAHA you've got a while before you'll have the opportunity to take any PAT tests, first you'll actually need to take the next MSP exam

start running and enjoy the "flaming"

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Posted by: CTrain

I know the process; and know I would have to take/pass the written first...

I'm not that naive, and I'm not at all planning on taking either the written or PAT test soon.

But hey, I'm sure you feel pretty good trying to be an online tough-guy

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Posted by: GD

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Originally Posted by CTrain But hey, I'm sure you feel pretty good trying to be an online tough-guy

Relax!! I believe it was joke!!

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Posted by: Hb13

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Originally Posted by GD Relax!! I believe it was joke!!

+2

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Posted by: CTrain

I know it probably was just a joke... And I know how everyone on here gets all antsy in their pantsies whenever the MSP is brought up, but the post was irrelevant. I didn't ask when the test was, how the testing goes, etc. - I simply asked about the fitness standards

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Posted by: 1234hey

make sure your BMI falls within the correct range.
50 pushups
50 situps
1.5 mile run < 12 mins

these may not be the standars, but i'm pretty sure it's close.

pm me for more info.

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Posted by: resqjyw0

Why don't you just call a recruiter? That's what they're there for.

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Posted by: nirtallica

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Originally Posted by 1234hey make sure your BMI falls within the correct range. 50 pushups 50 situps 1.5 mile run < 12 mins these may not be the standars, but i'm pretty sure it's close. pm me for more info.

If you don't know, than don't guess. Those are not the standards. No need to get everyone all fired up. CTrain, call HR and ask them, they will be more than willing to provide info if you can reach them.

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Posted by: Killjoy

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make sure your BMI falls within the correct range. 50 pushups 50 situps 1.5 mile run < 12 mins these may not be the standars, but i'm pretty sure it's close. pm me for more info.

Not even close 1234. Its two obstacle courses, with not very insurmountable obstacles. Some climbing, jumping, pulling a 150lbs mannequin a certain distance, handcuffing simulator. No sweat at all, if you are in any kind of reasonable shape....kind of like a 90 second sprint, done twice. I think I did it in less than 1:12 the first time I did it, and you have about 1:50 or so.
Then there is a 1.5 mile run, in less than 14 minutes, or something close to that. Once again, not that hard, if you are in some kind of reasonable shape.

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Posted by: CTrain

Thanks for the responses!

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Posted by: 1234hey

ok guys, sorry. I have a small cadet booklet that was sent out to me from a recruiter about a year ago, I thought it said some of that in there, I'll double check.

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Posted by: misconceived

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Originally Posted by Killjoy Then there is a 1.5 mile run, in less than 14 minutes, or something close to that.

12:26
It varies by age of course.

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Posted by: The13th

I've been hearing the the new test will cost the State alot of Money. Does anyone know if they will go off the 6yr old test. is it possible to take the test if you're 35 years of age.

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Posted by: 1234hey

I think since Coupe Deval is in office there will not be a new test. It's truly hard to believe that it's this hard to run a test. I flew to California to test out there and it was free! They test every 3 months throughout the entire state with only two officers and a couple of proctors administrating the exam, granted there were only a couple hundred test takers per location, but still. Run a search on the threads, but I believe you are able to take that exam at 35. At that time, however, you and I will be collecting social security.

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Posted by: Sniper

So am I the only one who received my packing list for the 80th Class yesterday ?????

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Posted by: 1234hey

Congrats Sniper! When are you going?

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Posted by: Sniper

September 8th ....... Can't wait. So long Simon Malls !! Same hat, WAYYYY better job.

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Posted by: Nighttrain

Maybe you should take a leave of absence from the mall..just in case things don't work out Snipe.

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Posted by: Thimios315

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Originally Posted by Nighttrain Maybe you should take a leave of absence from the mall..just in case things don't work out Snipe.

L0L

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Posted by: Sniper

Think they will get mad if I bring my campaign cover on Day 1 ?????

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Posted by: screamineagle

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Originally Posted by Sniper Think they will get mad if I bring my campaign cover on Day 1 ?????

I dare you!

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Posted by: Hb13

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Originally Posted by screamineagle I dare you!

+1

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Posted by: 5-0

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Originally Posted by Sniper Think they will get mad if I bring my campaign cover on Day 1 ?????

Only if you also wear your 5.11's and CMPSA vest.

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Posted by: 1234hey

Or you could leave your Campaign Cover on the dashboard in your car - I'm sure DI's won't find it, ha ha. I'm thinking Snipe that you should stop posting like now!

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Posted by: wgciv

Post on, Snipe.. Freedom of Speech! If they try to hold your posts or your cover against you, just call the Herald!

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Posted by: TopCop24

The Herald would love more juicy stories from an RTT, just make things up and it will be front page material

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Posted by: USMCTrooper

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Originally Posted by Sniper Same hat, WAYYYY better job.

"HAT" huh?

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Posted by: 2-Delta

The DI's loved preparedness, personally I would buy my uniform and badge ahead of time just to show everyone how squared away you are.

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Posted by: Deuce

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Originally Posted by USMCTrooper "HAT" huh?

Dude pogues think covers are what they pull over their heads when it thunders out....

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Posted by: bbelichick

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Originally Posted by USMCTrooper "HAT" huh?

What's your deal? Troopers look great in their winter hat, pants and dressy jacket!

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Posted by: PapaBear

MSP Physical Fitness Guide:

http://www.mass.gov/Eeops/docs/msp/a...prep-guide.pdf

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Posted by: nirtallica

Read it, follow it and triple the sets, reps and distances and MAYBE you will be able to withstand the PT.................................

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