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Firefighter Written Exam

This event is the firefighter written exam only.

Required candidate physical ability tests (CPAT) must be scheduled and administered separately. Be sure to review the CPAT requirements for each agency you are testing with, as requirements may vary.

Please allow 4–5 hours to complete the written exam.


Details

Date of Event 📅 March 07, 2026
📝 Check-in: 9:00am
⏰ Start time: 9:45am
Location Vancouver Police Department - West Precinct
2800 NE Stapleton Rd
Vancouver, WA 98661
Open Seats 17
Notes
  • Please allow 4–5 hours to complete the written exam.
  • Arrive early: Give yourself time to check in and get settled before your scheduled start.
  • Bring your photo ID: A valid government-issued photo ID is required for check-in.
  • Please bring your Applicant Liability Waiver and Release Agreement, notarized, to the test site (written testing only). This document is available in the My Downloadable Products section of your PST account.
  • Prohibited items: Backpacks, purses, bags, hats/caps of any kind, sunglasses, electronic devices of any kind (including, but not limited to, PDAs/MP3 players), smart or analog watches, activity trackers, calculators, cellular phones, cameras, smart glasses, mechanical writing utensils, beverage/water bottles with labels, and any other items deemed inappropriate by test proctors.
  • Please do not bring prohibited items into the testing area.
  • Scratch paper, pencils, and erasers will be provided by the test proctors.
  • Required candidate physical ability tests (CPAT) must be scheduled and administered separately. Ensure you check the individual CPAT requirements of each agency you are testing for requirements.
  • IF YOU ARE SICK OR CONTAGIOUS, PLEASE RESCHEDULE YOUR EXAM!