Oppat

OPPAT, the Ottawa Paramedic Physical Ability Test, is a specialized simulation designed by kinesiology researchers in collaboration with the Ottawa Paramedic Service. It serves as a rigorous assessment of the physical capabilities necessary for paramedic duties, focusing on evidence-based practices and job-specific simulations.

As a new standard in pre-hire and return-to-work physical employment testing, OPPAT stands out for its strong evidence base, legal defensibility, and job-specific focus. Developed in response to the evolving needs in the paramedic sector, this test ensures that candidates are equipped to handle the physical demands of the job effectively.

Since its inception in January 2018, select Paramedic and Emergency Medical Services in Ontario have integrated OPPAT into their testing procedures. Designed by leading experts in the field, this occupational test emphasizes critical tasks such as stretcher lifting, CPR, and ambulance stretcher loading, providing a comprehensive evaluation of a candidate's readiness for frontline paramedic work.

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