So I have an interview this week for an EMT-B position for the summer. I just completed the course in December and this is my first time applying for a job as an EMT. Along with the interview I have to complete a physical agility test. Most of it seems like it won't be too bad (load mannequin into ambulance with electric stretcher, crawling, climbing stairs carrying an O2 bag, etc...). I am however concerned with the lift I'll have to do. I have to lift 250 pounds from floor to waist height twice. Will I have someone helping me? 250 seems like a lot and I honestly don't think I can lift that much on my own. I'm only 5'5" and weigh 125 lbs, but I'm in pretty good shape-I go to the gym and lift weights 5+ times a week. So while I think I'm pretty strong for my size, I don't think I can lift twice my body weight. And I really want this job. Advice would be appreciated!
Physical Agility Test concerns?
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NysEms2117
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most commonly it is a duo lift. 125 each. hope this helps
res1551cue
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LIke stated above, it is probably something you have to do twice.
DrParasite
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What will happen when you need to lift a 250 lb person off the floor? 250 isn't unrealistic for a tall adult male.(and 10 lbs heavier than me).