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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 plan for a total of 4–5 hours for your written exam appointment, including check-in, instructions, and testing time.


Details

Date of Event 📅 May 08, 2026
📝 Check-in: 2:00pm
⏰ Start time: 3:00pm
Location Washington State Patrol - Vancouver
11018 NE 51St Circle
Vancouver, WA 98682
Open Seats 55
Notes
  • Please plan for a total of 4–5 hours for your written exam appointment, including check-in, instructions, and testing time.
  • 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!