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5. 10. Tower climb and visual recognition

10. Tower climb and visual recognition

Test Focus

Cardiovascular fitness; lower body muscular endurance; acrophobia.

Description

Once the Drum Haul is complete, you must pick up the High Rise Pack and climb the stairs to the sixth floor of the tower. Place the High Rise Pack on the ground and ascend the ladder to the seventh floor.  You are then required to walk straight ahead to the edge of the tower, look over the balcony, and identify the three objects on the flashcards placed on the ground directly below.  After informing the assessor of the objects on the flashcards, you are to descend the ladder to the sixth floor, pick up the High Rise Pack and descend the stairs to ground level. The task is completed once you have reached ground level and the High Rise Pack has been placed on the ground at the base of the tower.

Pass Criteria

You must ascend and descend the stairs (with the High Rise Pack) and ladder one step at a time in a safe and constant manner.  You must be able to look over the edge of the balcony and correctly identify the three objects.

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