ODS TEST
What is the mission of the physical readiness program? - ANSWERSset the foundation to instill a
culture of fitness that assists sailors in developing their ability to complete tasks that supports
the command mission and Navy operational readiness
What are the components of the Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA)? - ANSWERSBody
composition (BCA), Physical Readiness Test (PRT), PARFQ
What is the timeline of conduction the body composition assessment (BCA) in relation to the
PRT? - ANSWERSconducted between 24 hours and 10 days of PRT
How is BCA measured? - ANSWERSheight versus weight using standard tables
What is required when initial measurement of BCA fails for males? - ANSWERSwaist
circumference of <39.0 in or ratio of waist and neck circumference
What is required when initial measurement of BCA fails for females? - ANSWERSwaist
circumference of <35.5 in or ratio of waist, neck, and hips
What are the components of the PRT? - ANSWERSpush ups, curl ups, timed 1.5 mile run
What are the alternatives to the run in the PRT? - ANSWERSelliptical, stationary bike, or swim
(depends on command)
What happens if you fail the PRT? - ANSWERSenrolled in fitness enhancement program -
command's plan of action to insure availability and accessibility to regular physical activity and
, nutritious food, mandatory participation until member passes next regularly scheduled PFA and
scores good or better on next PRT
When are the 2 annual PFA assessment cycles? - ANSWERSfirst cycle: 1 January - 30 June;
second cycle: 1 July - 20 December
When is notification of PFA required? - ANSWERS10 weeks in advance
What can be found on the NPC website about the PRP? - ANSWERSPARFQ, Demonstrations of
components, nutrition resources, PFA tools, score sheets and requirements
Who has the overall responsibility of a command? - ANSWERSthe commanding officer (CO)?
What defines rank? - ANSWERSapplies only to officers - formal title of an officer in a particular
paygrade
What defines rate? - ANSWERSenlisted occupation and paygrade combined (used in Navy and
Coast Guard)
What is rating? - ANSWERSoccupational specialty
What is the definition of honor? - ANSWERSI am accountable for my professional and personal
behavior. I will be mindful of the privilege I have to serve my fellow Americans
What is the definition of courage? - ANSWERSthe value that gives me the moral and mental
strength to do what is right with confidence and resolution, even in the face of temptation or
adversity
What is the mission of the physical readiness program? - ANSWERSset the foundation to instill a
culture of fitness that assists sailors in developing their ability to complete tasks that supports
the command mission and Navy operational readiness
What are the components of the Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA)? - ANSWERSBody
composition (BCA), Physical Readiness Test (PRT), PARFQ
What is the timeline of conduction the body composition assessment (BCA) in relation to the
PRT? - ANSWERSconducted between 24 hours and 10 days of PRT
How is BCA measured? - ANSWERSheight versus weight using standard tables
What is required when initial measurement of BCA fails for males? - ANSWERSwaist
circumference of <39.0 in or ratio of waist and neck circumference
What is required when initial measurement of BCA fails for females? - ANSWERSwaist
circumference of <35.5 in or ratio of waist, neck, and hips
What are the components of the PRT? - ANSWERSpush ups, curl ups, timed 1.5 mile run
What are the alternatives to the run in the PRT? - ANSWERSelliptical, stationary bike, or swim
(depends on command)
What happens if you fail the PRT? - ANSWERSenrolled in fitness enhancement program -
command's plan of action to insure availability and accessibility to regular physical activity and
, nutritious food, mandatory participation until member passes next regularly scheduled PFA and
scores good or better on next PRT
When are the 2 annual PFA assessment cycles? - ANSWERSfirst cycle: 1 January - 30 June;
second cycle: 1 July - 20 December
When is notification of PFA required? - ANSWERS10 weeks in advance
What can be found on the NPC website about the PRP? - ANSWERSPARFQ, Demonstrations of
components, nutrition resources, PFA tools, score sheets and requirements
Who has the overall responsibility of a command? - ANSWERSthe commanding officer (CO)?
What defines rank? - ANSWERSapplies only to officers - formal title of an officer in a particular
paygrade
What defines rate? - ANSWERSenlisted occupation and paygrade combined (used in Navy and
Coast Guard)
What is rating? - ANSWERSoccupational specialty
What is the definition of honor? - ANSWERSI am accountable for my professional and personal
behavior. I will be mindful of the privilege I have to serve my fellow Americans
What is the definition of courage? - ANSWERSthe value that gives me the moral and mental
strength to do what is right with confidence and resolution, even in the face of temptation or
adversity
