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Firefighter Assessments

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To become a firefighter in the UK, you will need to pass a series of psychometric tests designed to assess your abilities and compatibility with a career in the fire service. This page aims to assist preparation by shedding light on the stages of the recruitment process.

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Sample Firefighter Tests question Test your knowledge!

In the grid below, one box is missing. You must work out what rules are being applied in the other boxes in order to work out which of boxes A to F will complete the grid.

Question 1
  • A
  • B
  • C
  • D
  • E
  • F

If a fire engine travels at a speed of 40 miles per hour to a location 10 miles away, how many minutes will it take to arrive at the scene?

  • 15 minutes
  • 10 minutes
  • 25 minutes
  • 30 minutes

While reviewing a safety protocol document, an instruction states: 'Perform a complete check of the smoke detector weekly.' What would be an important aspect of carrying out this instruction?

  • Ensuring the battery is functional by testing the detector
  • Cleaning the exterior of the smoke detector
  • Updating the safety protocol document date
  • Filing a weekly report to the fire chief

A firefighter needs to use logical reasoning to assess various rescue scenarios. Select the statement that logically follows: 'If the building is collapsing, then the rescue team must evacuate immediately.'

  • Even if the building is stable, the rescue team should evacuate.
  • Not evacuating immediately indicates that the building is not collapsing.
  • The rescue team must evacuate a building regardless of its condition.
  • The building will collapse if the rescue team evacuates immediately.

Which of the following actions aligns with the principles of situational awareness during firefighting?

  • Rushing into a burning building without waiting for instructions
  • Paying attention to changes in fire behavior and smoke conditions
  • Focusing solely on rescuing valuables from the building
  • Ignoring backup when arriving first on the scene

You are presented with a hypothetical scenario where fire exits are located both in the front and rear of a building. Due to intense heat, the front exits are blocked. Which is the next most logical step?

  • Wait for the heat to subside before using the front exits.
  • Attempt to unblock the front exits by using water.
  • Guide occupants to use the rear exits immediately
  • Investigate why the front exits are blocked.

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Firefighter Tests Tips

1Know what to expect from the tests and process

To avoid falling victim to any confusion regarding the process, be clear on the administration and order of the NFA tests in your particular circumstance. Location can impact whether the tests are sat online or at an assessment centre, and whether the tests will be administered on the same day or across multiple days. Ensure you know what each test will comprise, so you are prepared to tackle the questions accurately and rapidly.

2Familiarise yourself with the format of the questions

Together, the four written National Firefighter Ability tests include a challenging range of questions targeting different skills and characteristics. The format of psychometric test questions is often found to be unlike other exams candidates have sat, so it is sensible to become accustomed to answering the questions. Practice questions for each of the psychometric test formats are available.

3Practise in timed conditions

As the revision needed for the firefighting tests is so wide-ranging and intensive, it can be tempting to overlook the timings to take some of the pressure out of preparing. As all the tests – save the initial personality questionnaire – are to be completed within a set time, improving your pace is vital to achieving a good score. Work out the slowest pace at which you will need work to complete each test, as it will be different.

4Don’t underestimate the physical ability test

Working as a firefighter is physically demanding. Each station wants to see that their applicants have the strength and stamina required to do the job, so the physical tests set for candidates are tough. To ensure you impress, dedicate considerable time to both strength and fitness training far in advance of your test. Make sure you can lift the required weight and are able to perform as strongly in the last of the six physical tasks as in the first.

5Prepare equally for all tests

Although you might feel your numerical skills are strong whilst your written interpretation needs work, it is important to allocate sufficient time to preparation for each psychometric test. It is sensible to give focus to your weaknesses, but do not forget to also hone your strengths. Psychometric tests are intended to be challenging, so ensure you feel confident in achieving good marks across the board. A poor mark in just one of the tests will have a significant detrimental impact upon your recruitment chances.

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Firefighter Tests FAQs

What are covered on Firefighting tests?

Firefighting tests assess a variety of skills crucial for the role. Expect to encounter questions that evaluate your problem-solving abilities, comprehension of written information, situational judgment as well as basic math. These test your readiness to handle the unique demands of firefighting.

How do I prepare for Firefighting tests?

Preparing for firefighting tests includes familiarizing yourself with typical test formats and practicing problem-solving under timed conditions. Regularly engaging with practice tests, which simulate the real assessment, is a proven way to enhance your performance.

How difficult are Firefighting tests?

The difficulty of firefighting tests is subjective and varies per individual. These tests are designed to challenge you and gauge the essential skills needed in high-pressure emergency situations. Practice is key to finding them manageable.

What types of tests are included in the Firefighting tests?

Types of tests included in the firefighting suite are situational judgment tests, numerical reasoning, verbal comprehension, and mechanical reasoning tests. Each is tailored to project the real-life scenarios and skills needed in firefighting.

Where can I practice free Firefighting test questions?

To practice free Firefighting test questions, Practice Aptitude Tests provides a variety of practice tests specifically designed for aspiring firefighters. This resource is an excellent place to start getting accustomed to the test formats you’ll face during the hiring process.

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What our customers say about our Firefighting tests

  • United States of America

    November 13, 2022

    Might as well be a maths major with this test

    I was not prepared for the depth of finance and maths this test would require and it really slowed me down.

  • New Zealand

    February 28, 2021

    Need more graph revision

    Difficult as had not really revised for bar graphs