SECTION IV. INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVES 

Orientation and Assessment 

UNIT 22, Module 22.1:  Instructional Time:  4 hours 

22.1.1 Participate in an individual self assessment evaluation comprised of the following: 

Timed 1.5 mile run or 1 mile walk 

Flexibility exercises (such as sit and reach) for hamstring and back 

Baseline number of push ups  

Baseline number of sit ups 

No Test 

22.1.2 Demonstrate self monitoring techniques for use in an individual exercise program such 

as the following: 

Heart rate 

Perceived exertion 

No Test 

22.1.3 Identify major injuries that might disable a corrections officer, such as: 

Knee injuries 

Back injuries 

No Test 

22.1.4 Complete a 50 yard sprint within 20 seconds. 

BST #35 

22.1.5 Demonstrate ability to drag a 165 lb. weight (dummy) for a distance of 20 feet or more 

over a carpeted or flat, mowed grass surface within 30 seconds. 

BST #36 

22.1.6 Demonstrate ability to walk a total distance of 75 feet (three 25 foot laps) within 30 

seconds wearing a 30 pound airpack or weighted backpack. 

BST #37 

22.1.7 On a flat course starting 15 yards back from a flight of stairs or bleacher steps, walk or 

jog the 15 yards, climb up 10 steps, then turn, climb back down the steps, and walk 

briskly or jog back to the starting point within 30 seconds. 

BST #38