PFT Monitor Certification Overview LATEST UPDATE
The PFT was specifically designed to test - (ANSWER)-To test the strength
-Stamina of upper body
-Midsection and lower body
(as well as efficiency of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems)
The PFT is an annual requirement for - (ANSWER)-Active duty
-Active reserves
-and marines approaching end of active service
The PFT is comprised of three events - (ANSWER)-Hybrid Pull-Up/Push-up test
-Abdominal Crunch
-3 Mile Run
The recommended order of PFT events - (ANSWER)Is decided by the commander or officer in
charge
(All three events can not exceed two hours from start of first even to finishing the last event)
Marines 46 or older Rowing Machine - (ANSWER)-This event must be taken on a "Concept 2
(c2) machine.
-Rowing ergometer with a performance monitor 3 (pm3) or later
Marines younger than 46 years of age who are recommended - (ANSWER)-Recommended by a
healthcare practitioner based on medical condition and approved by the CO can also take the
rowing event.
PFT Monitor responsibilities (Monitor Duties) - (ANSWER)Oversee the administering of the
PFT test
Perform the duties of:
-Supervise events
-Observe Performance
-Advise participants
-Report and document results
Preparing the PFT Monitor - (ANSWER)-Selecting and setting up the areas for each event
-Mitigating risk associated with each event using risk management
-Selecting and training assistant monitors as needed
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, -Ensuring participants are in proper uniform
-Guiding participants during events
-Instructing Marines as to proper form
Self-Validation Risk Factor Worksheet - (ANSWER)The purpose of this worksheet is to
determine and mitigate any health risk or injury for Marines over 45 years of age.
PFT MCO - (ANSWER)MCO 6100.13A PFT/CFT
Break time between events - (ANSWER)Breaks between each event must be at least 5 minutes
in duration.
PFT consideration indoor or outdoor - (ANSWER)The PFT can be conducted indoors or
outdoors, but it is recommended the 3 mile run be conducted outdoors.
PFT common equipment - (ANSWER)-A stopwatch is required for all push-ups, abdominal
crunch, and 3 mile run
The pull-up is scored based on number of repetitions
Risk management (PHA) - (ANSWER)-All marines must have a current periodic health
assessment (PHA) prior to participating in the PFT.
Preventing Common bodily injuries (intrinsic risk factors) - (ANSWER)-Being aware of bodily
injury causes
-Having the required corpsman and safety vehicle available during the enter PFT
Primary monitor responsibilities - (ANSWER)-Observing marines as they perform, providing
guidance, and correction.
-Recording repetitions, based on a solid understanding of proper form for each exercise.
-Knowing all marine corps rules and standards per MCO 6100.13A
Risk factors for the pull-up - (ANSWER)Pull up exercises may cause:
Neck
back
elbow
and shoulder strains
The Marines rotator cuff muscles can also be affected by strain
The abdominal crunch event - (ANSWER)May be conducted indoors or outdoors.
It requires a flat surface free of hazards and debris.
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The PFT was specifically designed to test - (ANSWER)-To test the strength
-Stamina of upper body
-Midsection and lower body
(as well as efficiency of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems)
The PFT is an annual requirement for - (ANSWER)-Active duty
-Active reserves
-and marines approaching end of active service
The PFT is comprised of three events - (ANSWER)-Hybrid Pull-Up/Push-up test
-Abdominal Crunch
-3 Mile Run
The recommended order of PFT events - (ANSWER)Is decided by the commander or officer in
charge
(All three events can not exceed two hours from start of first even to finishing the last event)
Marines 46 or older Rowing Machine - (ANSWER)-This event must be taken on a "Concept 2
(c2) machine.
-Rowing ergometer with a performance monitor 3 (pm3) or later
Marines younger than 46 years of age who are recommended - (ANSWER)-Recommended by a
healthcare practitioner based on medical condition and approved by the CO can also take the
rowing event.
PFT Monitor responsibilities (Monitor Duties) - (ANSWER)Oversee the administering of the
PFT test
Perform the duties of:
-Supervise events
-Observe Performance
-Advise participants
-Report and document results
Preparing the PFT Monitor - (ANSWER)-Selecting and setting up the areas for each event
-Mitigating risk associated with each event using risk management
-Selecting and training assistant monitors as needed
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, -Ensuring participants are in proper uniform
-Guiding participants during events
-Instructing Marines as to proper form
Self-Validation Risk Factor Worksheet - (ANSWER)The purpose of this worksheet is to
determine and mitigate any health risk or injury for Marines over 45 years of age.
PFT MCO - (ANSWER)MCO 6100.13A PFT/CFT
Break time between events - (ANSWER)Breaks between each event must be at least 5 minutes
in duration.
PFT consideration indoor or outdoor - (ANSWER)The PFT can be conducted indoors or
outdoors, but it is recommended the 3 mile run be conducted outdoors.
PFT common equipment - (ANSWER)-A stopwatch is required for all push-ups, abdominal
crunch, and 3 mile run
The pull-up is scored based on number of repetitions
Risk management (PHA) - (ANSWER)-All marines must have a current periodic health
assessment (PHA) prior to participating in the PFT.
Preventing Common bodily injuries (intrinsic risk factors) - (ANSWER)-Being aware of bodily
injury causes
-Having the required corpsman and safety vehicle available during the enter PFT
Primary monitor responsibilities - (ANSWER)-Observing marines as they perform, providing
guidance, and correction.
-Recording repetitions, based on a solid understanding of proper form for each exercise.
-Knowing all marine corps rules and standards per MCO 6100.13A
Risk factors for the pull-up - (ANSWER)Pull up exercises may cause:
Neck
back
elbow
and shoulder strains
The Marines rotator cuff muscles can also be affected by strain
The abdominal crunch event - (ANSWER)May be conducted indoors or outdoors.
It requires a flat surface free of hazards and debris.
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