Physical Agility Test Description

PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST
The physical agility test is offered after the written examination for those who pass the examination.  It is important that you dress in clothes and shoes that would be comfortable to exercise in.  Applicants participating in the physical agility test will wear a fire coat, helmet, gloves, and SCBA backpack with steel bottle during the test.  These items will be provided by the Department. 

PREPARING FOR THE PHYSICAL AGILITY EXAMINATION
This physical agility examination is more difficult than it appears.  The chances of passing the examination will be greatly increased if adequate preparatory training has been undertaken.  Physical training should emphasize cardio-respiratory fitness.  Strength, muscular endurance, and proper lifting techniques should be a high priority.  Practice makes perfect.

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This report was prepared by the staff of the Fire Department at the request of the Marion City Council. The intent of this report is to provide as much information as possible to assist the City Council in making a decision as to the manner in which the citizens of Marion will be provided ambulance service in the future. This report will attempt to discuss as many issues as possible. It must be understood that many of the issues below cannot be responded to in an objective manner until such time as a new Ambulance Authority is formed and they establish a formal financial and operational program. The City of Marion has three fundamental alternatives for ambulance service:

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On January 1, 2007, the Marion Housing Division was transferred to the Building Department at City Hall. For rental housing issues, contact Marion Housing Inspector Ivy Meeker at 319-743-6337.

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