PFT Monitor Certification Overview All Answers Correct

PFT Monitor Certification Overview All Answers Correct --- ### Purpose of the PFT The PFT is specifically designed to test: - The strength and stamina of the upper body - The midsection - The lower body - Efficiency of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems --- ### Annual Requirement The PFT is an annual requirement for: - Active duty Marines - Active reserve Marines - Marines approaching the end of their active service --- ### Components of the PFT The PFT comprises three events: 1. Hybrid Pull-Up/Push-Up Test 2. Abdominal Crunch 3. 3-Mile Run --- ### Recommended Order of Events - The order of PFT events is determined by the commander or officer in charge. - All three events must be completed within two hours from the start of the first event to the finish of the last event. --- ### Rowing Machine Event for Marines 46 or Older - This event must be performed on a "Concept 2 (C2) machine." - A rowing ergometer with a Performance Monitor 3 (PM3) or later is required. ### Rowing Machine Event for Marines Younger than 46 - Marines younger than 46 who are recommended by a healthcare practitioner based on medical conditions can also take the rowing event, subject to approval by the commanding officer (CO). --- ### Responsibilities of the PFT Monitor **Monitor Duties:** - Oversee the administration of the PFT test. - Supervise events and observe performance. - Advise participants and report/document results. **Preparing the PFT Monitor:** - Select and set up areas for each event. - Mitigate risks associated with each event using risk management principles. - Select and train assistant monitors as needed. - Ensure participants are in proper uniform. - Guide participants during events and instruct on proper form. --- ### Self-Validation Risk Factor Worksheet - The purpose of this worksheet is to assess and mitigate any health risks or injuries for Marines over 45 years of age. --- ### PFT MCO - The relevant marine corps order for the PFT is MCO 6100.13A PFT/CFT. --- ### Break Time Between Events - Breaks between each event must be at least 5 minutes in duration. --- ### Conducting the PFT - The PFT can be conducted indoors or outdoors; however, it is recommended that the 3-mile run be held outdoors. --- ### Common Equipment for the PFT - A stopwatch is required for all push-ups, abdominal crunches, and the 3-mile run. - The pull-up event is scored based on the number of repetitions completed. --- ### Risk Management (PHA) - All Marines must have a current Periodic Health Assessment (PHA) prior to participating in the PFT. --- ### Preventing Common Bodily Injuries (Intrinsic Risk Factors) - Be aware of injury causes. - Have a corpsman and safety vehicle available during the entire PFT. --- ### Primary Monitor Responsibilities - Observe Marines as they perform and provide guidance and corrections. - Record repetitions, ensuring a solid understanding of proper form for each exercise. - Know all Marine Corps rules and standards as per MCO 6100.13A. --- ### Risk Factors for the Pull-Up - Pull-up exercises may cause: - Neck strains - Back strains - Elbow strains - Shoulder strains - The rotator cuff muscles of Marines can also be affected by strain. --- ### Abdominal Crunch Event - This event may be conducted indoors or outdoors, requiring a flat surface free of hazards and debris. **During the Abdominal Crunch:** - Call out time passed in intervals. - Check each Marine for proper form to ensure accurate counting and to prevent injury. - Guide and correct Marines as needed. --- ### Proper Form for the Abdominal Crunch - Lie flat on the back with arms crossed at the chest and head resting on the deck. --- -Knees bent, heels close to the buttocks -Shoulder blades and both feet flat on the deck The running course (3 mile run event) ️-The course may not take more than 12 laps to complete 3 miles -The course can have a there and back format meaning they turn around at the 1 1/2 m