DAOD 5023-2, Physical Fitness Program

Identification

Date of Issue: 2006-05-19

Effective Date: 2006-05-08

Date of Modification: 2008-03-28

Application: This DAOD is an order that applies to officers and non-commissioned members of the Canadian Forces ("CF members").

Supersession: CFAO 50-1, Physical Fitness Training

Approval Authority: Chief of Military Personnel (CMP)

Enquiries:

Director Military Careers Policy and Grievances (DMCPG) (for policy)
Canadian Forces Personnel Support Agency (CFPSA) (for physical fitness standards, evaluations and programs)
Director Force Health Protection (DFHP) (for health promotion and education)

Abbreviations

Table of Abbreviations

This DAOD contains the following abbreviations:

Abbreviation	Complete Word or Phrase
AR	administrative review
CFPSA	Canadian Forces Personnel Support Agency
CO	commanding officer
CMTFE	common military tasks fitness evaluation
C&P	counselling and probation
DFHP	Director Force Health Protection
DGMC	Director General Military Careers
DGMP	Director General Military Personnel
DMCPG	Director Military Careers Policy and Grievances
HRMS	Human Resources Management System
IC	initial counselling
MEL	medical employment limitation
MPFS	minimum physical fitness standard
PSP	Personnel Support Program
RW	recorded warning

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Overview

Context

The CF is committed to maintaining high levels of operational effectiveness and readiness.

To achieve high levels of operational effectiveness and readiness, CF members are required to be physically fit and able to perform general military, common defence and security duties, as well as meet the demands of their military occupation.

Physical fitness is a minimum operational standard as set out in DAOD 5023-1, Minimum Operational Standards Related To Universality of Service.

Participation

CF members of the Regular Force and Primary Reserve shall participate in regular physical fitness training. COs are responsible to ensure that CF members are provided opportunities to conduct physical fitness activities during normal working hours when circumstances permit. When this is not feasible, CF members should conduct physical fitness activities outside normal working hours. As general guidance, physical fitness activities should be conducted in 60-minute sessions, a minimum of five times per week.

Physical Fitness Evaluation

CF members are evaluated in accordance with the following table:

CF members of the …	are required, unless exempted from evaluation (see the Exemptions from Physical Fitness map), to meet the mandatory physical fitness standard …
Regular Force	on an annual basis.
Primary Reserve	on an annual basis.
Canadian Rangers	on an annual basis if attached, seconded or transferred on consent to the Regular Force or Primary Reserve.
Cadet Organizations Administration and Training Service
Supplementary Reserve
Note - Details on physical fitness evaluation can be found on the PSP website.

Administrative Requirements and Procedures

Period of Validity of the Results of a Physical Fitness Evaluation

The results of a physical fitness evaluation are valid:

for a period of 365 days beginning on the date on which a pass rating is achieved; or
for a period of 730 days beginning on the date on which an incentive standard is achieved under the CF EXPRES incentive program (see the CF EXPRES Incentive Program Exemption block).

The date on which a pass rating or incentive standard is achieved is set out in:

the appropriate evaluation report form, e.g. Form DND 279, CF EXPRES Program; and
the fitness panel in the HRMS.

When Required

A CF member who is not exempted from physical fitness evaluation requires valid evaluation results:

on the effective date of a promotion, in accordance with promotion policy in applicable CFAOs; and
on the start date of a period of Class "B" or "C" Reserve Service.

For exemptions from physical fitness evaluation, see the Exemptions from Physical Fitness Evaluation map.

Physical Fitness Evaluation and Reporting

The following table sets out the requirements for physical fitness evaluation and reporting:

Report/Form	Requirements
Health appraisal questionnaire	All CF members shall complete a health appraisal questionnaire prior to attempting a physical fitness evaluation. If there are indications of a health problem, a medical referral shall be made to a CF medical care provider to confirm the CF member's ability to attempt the complete evaluation or to be exempted from the evaluation. The medical referral shall be ordered by Form DND 582, Medical Examination, or Form DND 2206, FF PFMP - Medical Referral, as applicable.
Evaluation report form	The results of the physical fitness evaluation of a CF member shall be reported by 31 March on one of the following evaluation forms, as applicable: Form DND 279; an approved environmental physical fitness evaluation form; or an approved military occupation physical fitness evaluation form.
HRMS input	The CO of a CF member shall: ensure that the results of the CF member's physical fitness evaluation are entered into the fitness panel of the HRMS by 31 March; or indicate why an evaluation was not conducted.
Personnel evaluation report annotation	The results of the physical fitness evaluation shall be reported on the CF member's personnel evaluation report in accordance with direction in the CF Personnel Appraisal System Manual.

Claim of Disability

Form DND 279 or the approved environmental or military occupation physical fitness evaluation form, as applicable, may be used to assist a CF member with a claim for a disability or other benefit resulting from a physical fitness program injury.

The CF member should be aware that if an application for a disability pension or other benefit is made to Veterans Affairs Canada:

the physical fitness evaluation form is one document which may accompany an application;
Veterans Affairs Canada adjudicators review all available information to determine if a person is suffering from a disability resulting from a service-related injury or disease, or a non-service-related injury or disease that was aggravated by service; and
the determination of entitlement to a pension or other benefit under the Canadian Forces Members and Veterans Re-establishment and Compensation Act is made by Veterans Affairs Canada or the Veterans Review and Appeal Board, not the DND or the CF.

Reporting of Injury or Death

The reporting of an injury or death arising from a physical fitness program shall be made in accordance with DAOD 7002-3, Investigative Matters and References.

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Physical Fitness Standards

General

Physical fitness standards are based on, and have been scientifically validated against, the performance requirements of general, environmental, military occupation and operational duties.

Common Military Tasks as a Basis for Minimum Physical Fitness Standards

The MPFS are derived from the following five common military tasks which a CF member might be expected to perform in a time of emergency:

sea evacuation;
land stretcher evacuation;
low-high crawl;
entrenchment dig; and
sandbag carry.

Physical Fitness Testing Categories

The CF recognizes that different physical fitness standards are required for the performance of a range of general, environmental, military occupation and operational duties in the CF. The four physical fitness testing categories are set out in the following table:

Testing Category	Unless exempted from evaluation (see the Exemptions from Physical Fitness Evaluation map), successful completion is required …	Consequence of failure is …
MPFS	on an annual basis by CF members designated in the Participation block, except for CF members who: are subject to an environmental or military occupation standard that has been assessed by the CFPSA as equal to or higher than the MPFS; and have met the applicable environmental or military occupation standard during the assessment period.	administrative action (see the CF Members Subject to the MPFS block).
Environmental standard	on an annual basis by CF members actively serving in or posted to an environment.	administrative action (see the CF Members Subject to an Environmental Standard block).
Military occupation standard	on an annual basis by CF members serving in a designated military occupation.	removal from active operational duties, compulsory military occupation transfer and/or other administrative action (see the CF Members Subject to a Military Occupation Standard block).
Operational deployment standard	by CF members prior to a specific operational deployment.	not being deployed.

Alternative Protocol

Using Form DND 582, Medical Examination, a CF medical care provider may authorize the step test approved by the CFPSA as an alternative protocol in place of the 20 meter shuttle run. The CF member's CO shall ensure that the CF member is given an opportunity to attempt the step test.

Modification to MPFS Testing Protocol

If a CF member is unable on a permanent basis to perform the specific testing protocol set out in the CF EXPRES Operations Manual, CFPSA may authorize a minor modification to the protocol or an alternate testing protocol.

Exemptions from Physical Fitness Evaluation

General

The CF recognizes that exemptions from physical fitness evaluation should be provided in specific circumstances as set out in the following blocks.

Exemption from MPFS Evaluation

A CF member is exempt from MPFS evaluation during an assessment period if the CF member:

qualifies for an exemption under the CF EXPRES incentive program (see the CF EXPRES Incentive Program Exemption block);
has met the applicable environmental or military occupation standard that has been assessed by the CFPSA as being equal to or higher than the MPFS incentive standard - the CF member is considered to have achieved the MPFS incentive standard in such cases;
is assigned a MEL that:
- is temporary, covers the assessment period and prevents a complete physical fitness evaluation (see the Exemption due to a Temporary MEL block); or
- is permanent and prevents a complete physical fitness evaluation (see the Exemption due to a Permanent MEL block); or
is in the process of release.

Note - For purposes of the annual personnel evaluation report, personnel readiness verification and the fitness panel in the HRMS, the physical fitness tests for the following are considered to have standards equal to or higher than the MPFS incentive standard:

Land Force Command;
Joint Task Force 2;
the Canadian Special Operations Regiment;
officer cadets at the Royal Military College of Canada;
military firefighters;
search and rescue personnel; and
military divers.

CF EXPRES Incentive Program Exemption

A CF member who is required to complete the MPFS is exempt if the CF member qualifies for an exemption under the CF EXPRES incentive program, as set out in the Canadian Forces EXPRES Operations Manual.

The CF EXPRES incentive program applies to the general military standard and is designed to promote a superior level of physical fitness. To qualify for an exemption from evaluation, a CF member is required to meet the MPFS for all components of the EXPRES evaluation while also attaining the designated incentive standard.

The exemption from evaluation under the CF EXPRES incentive program applies only to one assessment period. The results are valid for a period of 730 days beginning on the date on which the incentive standard is achieved.

An exemption from evaluation is recorded on Form DND 279 by the PSP evaluator and in the fitness panel in the HRMS.

Exemption from Environmental or Military Occupation Evaluation

A CF member who is required to meet an environmental or military occupation standard:

is required to meet only the MPFS, or an environmental standard which has been assessed by the CFPSA as being equal to or higher than the MPFS, if the CF member is not engaged during the assessment period in the duties of the military occupation for which the military occupation standard was designed;
is required to meet only the MPFS if the CF member is not serving during the assessment period in the environment for which the environmental standard was designed;
is exempt from meeting the standard if assigned a MEL that:
- is temporary, covers the assessment period and prevents a complete physical fitness evaluation (see the Exemption due to a Temporary MEL block); or
- is permanent and prevents a complete physical fitness evaluation (see the Exemption due to a Permanent MEL block); or
is exempt from meeting the standard if in the process of release.

A CF member who is required to meet the MPFS is exempt from that evaluation if otherwise exempt in accordance with the Exemption from MPFS Evaluation block.

Exemption Requests

DGMP may approve, in exceptional operational circumstances, the exemption of a CF member from an annual physical fitness evaluation. Requests for an exemption are to be submitted through the chain of command to DGMP. Documentation of an exemption is placed on the CF member's file and recorded in the fitness panel in the HRMS.

Exemption due to a Temporary MEL

Any temporary MEL that may prevent the complete physical fitness evaluation of a CF member shall be set out by a CF medical care provider in Form DND 582, Medical Examination.

If a CF member is assigned a temporary MEL that prevents a complete physical fitness evaluation during the entire assessment period, the personnel evaluation report of the CF member shall be annotated as "medically excused". However, if the MEL only applies to part of the assessment period but prevents a complete evaluation by 31 March and the CF member was not evaluated during the assessment period prior to the period of the MEL, the report shall be annotated as "not tested", with an explanation in the narrative of the report.

When a temporary MEL that prevents a complete physical fitness evaluation expires and the CF member does not have valid test results (see the Period of Validity of the Results of a Physical Fitness Evaluation block), a CO shall approve a period, following the date of expiry of the MEL, of up to 90 days as requested by the CF member, in which the CF member is to successfully complete the applicable evaluation.

Exemption due to a Permanent MEL

If a CF member is assigned a permanent MEL that prevents a complete physical fitness evaluation, the CF member shall be subject to an AR to determine suitability to serve. The personnel evaluation report of the CF member shall be annotated as "medically excused".

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Failure to Achieve Physical Fitness Standards

Action by CO

If a CF member fails to meet the MPFS or complete the CMTFE, or is not evaluated, the CF member's CO shall examine the circumstances to determine the reasons.

If the CO determines that the CF member failed or was not evaluated for reasons within the CF member's control, the CO shall:

initiate remedial measures under DAOD 5019-4, Remedial Measures; and
direct remedial physical fitness training as set out the Remedial Physical Fitness Training and Re-evaluation block.

Authorities who may Initiate Remedial Measures

Remedial measures under the Action by CO block may also be initiated by an officer designated by the CO or any other initiating authority set out in the Initiating Authority Table block in DAOD 5019-4.

Release or Recommendation for Release

Following an AR conducted under DAOD 5019-2, Administrative Review, a CF member is normally released or a recommendation for release made, as applicable, if a CF member:

is placed on C&P for failure to meet the MPFS for reasons within the CF member's control and does not successfully complete the C&P by meeting the MPFS or completing the CMTFE; or
successfully completes the C&P by meeting the MPFS or completing the CMTFE but subsequently, for reasons within the CF member's control, has two consecutive failures of the MPFS, the CMTFE or either of them.

Remedial Physical Fitness Training and Re-evaluation

A CF member who fails to meet the applicable physical fitness standard or complete the CMTFE for reasons within the CF member's control shall be placed in a remedial physical fitness training program and re-evaluated. The following table sets out the criteria for remedial physical fitness training and re-evaluation timelines:

Remedial Physical Fitness Training	Re-evaluation Timelines
A CF member should consult with a PSP physical fitness advisor, if available, regarding remedial physical fitness training prior to a physical fitness evaluation or re-evaluation if the CF member: has failed the MPFS or CMTFE for reasons within the CF member's control; or is ordered to attempt the MPFS because of a failure to meet an applicable environmental or military occupation standard for reasons within the CF member's control.	A CF member who is placed in a remedial physical fitness training program: is normally in the remedial program for a twelve-week period; and re-evaluated upon completion. If service requirements preclude adequate remedial physical fitness training during the twelve-week remedial physical fitness training period, the period may be extended but the total period shall not exceed six months. With the agreement of the CF member and the CF member's CO, in consultation with the applicable PSP physical fitness advisor and CF medical care provider, the CF member may be evaluated before the end of the twelve-week period.

Remedial Physical Fitness Training

Re-evaluation Timelines

A CF member should consult with a PSP physical fitness advisor, if available, regarding remedial physical fitness training prior to a physical fitness evaluation or re-evaluation if the CF member:

has failed the MPFS or CMTFE for reasons within the CF member's control; or
is ordered to attempt the MPFS because of a failure to meet an applicable environmental or military occupation standard for reasons within the CF member's control.

A CF member who is placed in a remedial physical fitness training program:

is normally in the remedial program for a twelve-week period; and
re-evaluated upon completion.

If service requirements preclude adequate remedial physical fitness training during the twelve-week remedial physical fitness training period, the period may be extended but the total period shall not exceed six months.

With the agreement of the CF member and the CF member's CO, in consultation with the applicable PSP physical fitness advisor and CF medical care provider, the CF member may be evaluated before the end of the twelve-week period.

Request for CMTFE

A CF member who, for reasons within the CF member's control, cannot meet the MPFS, an environmental standard or a military occupation standard may request evaluation by completion of the five common military tasks (the CMTFE).

The CMTFE may only be requested in accordance with applicable steps set out in the CF Members Subject to the MPFS block, the CF Members Subject to an Environmental Standard block or the CF Members Subject to a Military Occupation Standard block.

The following table sets out the steps leading to the CMTFE:

Step	Who does it?	Action
1	CO	Ensures that the CF member has completed a remedial physical fitness training program and that remedial measures have been administered, in accordance with the CF Members Subject to the MPFS block, the CF Members Subject to an Environmental Standard block or the CF Members Subject to a Military Occupation Standard block, as applicable.
2	CF member	Submits a request for a CMTFE to CFPSA through the chain of command, accompanied by the medical assessment of a CF medical care provider that supports the ability of the CF member to attempt the CMTFE.
3	CFPSA	Conducts the CMTFE of the CF member (see the CFPSA web site for additional details).

Administrative Process for Physical Fitness Evaluation Failure

CF Members Subject to the MPFS

The following table sets out the administrative process for a CF member who fails to meet the MPFS for reasons within the CF member's control:

Step	Failure	Consequence	Re-evaluation	Result
1	Fails on the first attempt to meet the MPFS.	An IC is administered and the CF member is placed in a remedial physical fitness training program for twelve weeks normally.	Re-evaluated using the MPFS.	Pass - no further action.
1	Fails on the first attempt to meet the MPFS.		Re-evaluated using the MPFS.	Fail - go to Step 2.
2	Fails at the end of Step 1 to meet the MPFS.	An RW is administered and the CF member is placed in a remedial physical fitness training program for twelve weeks normally.	Re-evaluated using the MPFS or CMTFE as selected by the CF member.	Pass - no further action.
2	Fails at the end of Step 1 to meet the MPFS.			Fail - go to Step 3.
3	Fails at the end of Step 2 to meet the MPFS or complete the CMTFE.	The CF member is placed on C&P, and in a remedial physical fitness training program for twelve weeks normally.	Re-evaluated using the MPFS or CMTFE as selected by the CF member.	Pass - no further action.
3				Fail - go to Step 4.
4	Fails at the end of Step 3 to meet the MPFS or complete the CMTFE.	The CF member remains on C&P and is placed in a remedial physical fitness training program for twelve weeks normally.	Re-evaluated using the MPFS or CMTFE as selected by the CF member.	Pass - no further action.
4				Fail - AR conducted, with consideration for release.

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CF Members Subject to an Environmental Standard

The following table sets out the administrative process for a CF member who fails to meet an environmental physical fitness standard for reasons within the CF member's control:

Step	Failure	Consequence	Re-evaluation	Result
1	Fails on the first attempt to meet the environmental standard.	A IC is administered and the CF member is placed in a remedial physical fitness training program for twelve weeks normally.	Re-evaluated using the environmental standard.	Pass - no further action.
1			Re-evaluated using the environmental standard.	Fail - go to Step 2.
2	Fails at the end of Step 1 to meet the environmental standard.	The CO shall order the CF member to attempt the MPFS or the CMTFE.	Evaluated using the MPFS or CMTFE as selected by the CF member.	Pass - the CO shall order the CF member to continue to train to meet the environmental standard during the next assessment period.
2				Fail - go to Step 3.
3	Fails at the end of Step 2 to meet the MPFS or complete the CMTFE.	An RW is administered and the CF member is placed in a remedial physical fitness training program for twelve weeks normally.	Re-evaluated using the MPFS or CMTFE as selected by the CF member.	Pass - the CO shall order the CF member to continue to train to meet the environmental standard during the next assessment period.
3				Fail - go to Step 4.
4	Fails at the end of Step 3 to meet the MPFS or complete the CMTFE.	The CF member is placed on C&P, and in a remedial physical fitness training program for twelve weeks normally.	Re-evaluated using the MPFS or CMTFE as selected by the CF member.	Pass - the CO shall order the CF member to continue to train to meet the environmental standard during the next assessment period.
4				Fail - go to Step 5.
5	Fails at the end of Step 4 to meet the MPFS or complete the CMTFE.	The CF member remains on C&P and is placed in a remedial physical fitness training program for twelve weeks normally.	Re-evaluated using the MPFS or CMTFE as selected by the CF member.	Pass - the CO shall order the CF member to continue to train to meet the environmental standard during the next assessment period.
5				Fail - AR conducted, with consideration for release.

CF Members Subject to a Military Occupation Standard

The following table sets out the administrative process for a CF member who fails to meet a military occupation physical fitness standard for reasons within the CF member's control:

Step	Failure	Consequence	Re-evaluation	Result
1	Fails on the first attempt to meet the military occupation standard.	An IC is administered and the CF member is placed in a remedial physical fitness training program for twelve weeks normally.	Re-evaluated using the military occupation standard.	Pass - no further action.
1			Re-evaluated using the military occupation standard.	Fail - go to Step 2.
2	Fails at the end of Step 1 to meet the military occupation standard.	The CO shall order the CF member to attempt the MPFS or the CMTFE; the CF member is removed from active operational duties; and an AR is initiated to determine the CF member's suitability for service in the military occupation.	Evaluated using the MPFS or CMTFE as selected by the CF member.	Pass - the CO shall order the CF member to continue to train to meet the military occupation standard during the next assessment period.
2				Fail - go to Step 3.
3	Fails at the end of Step 2 to meet the MPFS or complete the CMTFE.	An RW is administered and the CF member is placed in a remedial physical fitness training program for twelve weeks normally.	Re-evaluated using the MPFS or CMTFE as selected by the CF member.	Pass - the CO shall order the CF member to continue to train to meet the military occupation standard during the next assessment period.
3				Fail - go to Step 4.
4	Fails at the end of Step 3 to meet the MPFS or complete the CMTFE.	The CF member is placed on C&P, and in a remedial physical fitness training program for twelve weeks normally.	Re-evaluated using the MPFS or CMTFE as selected by the CF member.	Pass - the CO shall order the CF member to continue to train to meet the military occupation standard during the next assessment period.
4				Fail - go to Step 5.
5	Fails at the end of Step 4 to meet the MPFS or complete the CMTFE.	The CF member remains on C&P and is placed in a remedial physical fitness training program for twelve weeks normally.	Re-evaluated using the MPFS or CMTFE as selected by the CF member.	Pass - the CO shall order the CF member to continue to train to meet the military occupation standard during the next assessment period. Note - Subsequent failure of the military occupation standard results in an AR and possible compulsory occupation transfer or release if no suitable military occupation is available.
5				Fail - AR conducted, with consideration for release.

Responsibilities

Responsibility Table

The following table identifies the primary responsibilities for the administration of the physical fitness program:

The …	is or are responsible for …
Canadian Defence Academy	evaluating applicants against the applicable physical fitness standard.
Canadian Forces Recruiting Group	informing applicants for enrolment in the CF of the physical fitness requirements and standard for basic officer and recruit training.
DFHP	ensuring the provision of injury prevention and active living health promotion activities; and providing promotional material for healthy lifestyles.
CFPSA	providing physical fitness education and awareness programs for the CF; maintaining all national level CF physical fitness evaluation and training programs; developing and delivering national level physical fitness training and education programs; conducting the assessment of CF members required to complete the CMTFE; advising COs and CF members regarding minor modification to the protocol or an alternate protocol in the case of CF members unable on a permanent basis to perform the precise testing protocol as set out in the CF EXPRES Operations Manual; providing remedial physical fitness training programs when requested; and maintaining annual physical fitness statistics for the CF.
environmental chiefs of staff, and other Level 1 Advisors with Primary Reserve responsibilities	developing environmental or operational physical fitness standards with CFPSA; identifying military occupations that are required to meet specific physical fitness standards; and administering physical fitness program policy and conducting ARs for Primary Reserve members who fail to meet the MPFS or complete the CMTFE, as required under the CF Members Subject to the MPFS block, the CF Members Subject to an Environmental Standard block or the CF Members Subject to a Military Occupation Standard block.
DGMC	conducting ARs for Regular Force members who fail to meet the MPFS or complete the CMTFE, as required under the CF Members Subject to the MPFS block, the CF Members Subject to an Environmental Standard block or the CF Members Subject to a Military Occupation Standard block.
DGMP	approving, in exceptional operational circumstances, the exemption of CF members from an annual physical fitness evaluation.
CO	conducting physical fitness programs; ensuring that CF members are tested against the applicable physical fitness standard and ensuring results are entered into the HRMS fitness panel; referring a CF member to a CF medical care provider for a health assessment based on the CF members inability to meet the applicable physical fitness standard; informing CF members of the administrative consequences of failing to meet and maintain the MPFS; initiating administrative action as required; directing remedial physical fitness training as required; and informing DGMC, environmental chiefs of staff or equivalent staff, as applicable, of the need to conduct an AR.
CF medical care provider	assessing the medical fitness of a CF member to participate in a physical fitness program and evaluation; recommending medical treatment; informing the CF member's CO that a CF member has been medically assessed; and advising the CO of the MEL of a CF member.

References

Source Reference

DAOD 5023-0, Universality of Service

Related References

Canadian Forces Members and Veterans Re-establishment and Compensation Act
DAOD 4007-4, Fire Fighter Physical Fitness Program
DAOD 5019-2, Administrative Review
DAOD 5019-4, Remedial Measures
DAOD 5023-1, Minimum Operational Standards Related to Universality of Service
DAOD 7002-3, Investigative Matters and References
CFAO 11-6, Commissioning And Promotion Policy - Officers - Regular Force
CFAO 49-4, Career Policy Non-Commissioned Members Regular Force
CFAO 49-5, Career Policy Non-Commissioned Member Primary Reserve
CFAO 49-12, Promotion Policy - Officers - Primary Reserve
CF Mil Pers Instruction 02/09, Pre-Enrolment Physical Fitness Testing
CMP Instruction 20/04, Administrative Policy Of Class "A", Class "B" and Class "C" Reserve Service
CANFORGEN 118/05, Screening and Reintegration for Canadian Forces
CANFORGEN 042/08, Revised Physical Fitness Testing Policies
Form DND 279, CF EXPRES Program
Form DND 582, Medical Examination
Form DND 2205, CF/DND Firefighter Physical Fitness Maintenance Program
Form DND 2206, FF PFMP - Medical Referral
Form DND 2260, SAR TECH Physical Fitness Maintenance Program
Canadian Forces EXPRES Operations Manual
Canadian Forces Personnel Appraisal System
PSP website

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DAOD 5023-2, Physical Fitness Program

Identification

Abbreviations

Table of Abbreviations

Overview

Context

Participation

Physical Fitness Evaluation

Administrative Requirements and Procedures

Period of Validity of the Results of a Physical Fitness Evaluation

When Required

Physical Fitness Evaluation and Reporting

Claim of Disability

Reporting of Injury or Death

Physical Fitness Standards

General

Common Military Tasks as a Basis for Minimum Physical Fitness Standards

Physical Fitness Testing Categories

Alternative Protocol

Modification to MPFS Testing Protocol

Exemptions from Physical Fitness Evaluation

General

Exemption from MPFS Evaluation

CF EXPRES Incentive Program Exemption

Exemption from Environmental or Military Occupation Evaluation

Exemption Requests

Exemption due to a Temporary MEL

Exemption due to a Permanent MEL

Failure to Achieve Physical Fitness Standards

Action by CO

Authorities who may Initiate Remedial Measures

Release or Recommendation for Release

Remedial Physical Fitness Training and Re-evaluation

Request for CMTFE

Administrative Process for Physical Fitness Evaluation Failure

CF Members Subject to the MPFS

CF Members Subject to an Environmental Standard

CF Members Subject to a Military Occupation Standard

Responsibilities

Responsibility Table

References

Source Reference

Related References

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