OFAI Prep Course for the Firefighter Aptitude and Character Test (FACT)
The Firefighter Aptitude and Character Test (FACT) is the standardized written entry exam used by the Ontario Fire Administration Inc. (OFAI) to screen entry-level firefighter candidates.
This OFAI prep course is built for Stage One of the testing process used by 100+ Ontario municipal fire departments. The FACT is a pass/fail assessment with strict retake cooldowns, so preparation matters.
The course covers all five sections of the FACT: Reading Ability, Mathematical Reasoning, Map Reading, Writing Ability, and Personal Characteristics. Practice materials are structured to match the 110-question format and the 45/55 weighting between the aptitude and character sections, so you build both the cognitive skills and the self-awareness the test actually measures.
Firefighter Aptitude and Character Test (FACT) Prep Course
1-Month Access
Each practice test question includes full answers and explanations
- 19 Reading Ability tests
- 28 Mathematical Reasoning tests
- 4 Map Reading Orientation tests
- 22 Writing Ability tests
- 10 Firefighter SJT tests
- 14 Study guides and video tutorials
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We've built this OFAI prep course to match the exact conditions of the FACT - the 110-question format, the 45/55 weighting between aptitude and Personal Characteristics, and the proctored computer lab environment. Work through the course and you will know precisely where you stand across all five sections before test day.
Why preparation matters: the FACT is pass/fail with strict retake cooldowns and no score feedback if you fail. Most candidates underestimate the Personal Characteristics section, which accounts for 55% of your result. Our scenarios are deliberately more demanding than the real exam so the actual test feels manageable.
What’s Inside Our FACT Firefighter Test PrepPack?
Using our Firefighter Aptitude and Character Test (FACT) PrepPack, you get:
- 19 Reading Ability practice tests (15-35 questions each) built around workplace-style passages testing literal comprehension, inference, and information extraction - mirroring the 15-question reading section of the real FACT so you arrive familiar with the format, pacing, and question types.
- 28 Mathematical Reasoning practice tests (15-35 questions each) covering every numerical skill area in the FACT, supported by 11 study guides - 4 Basic Math guides, 4 Math Subjects guides, and 3 Tables and Graphs Video Tutorials sequenced to rebuild foundational skills before applied problem-solving - so you are not just practicing questions but closing the gaps that cause errors under timed conditions.
- 4 Map Reading Orientation practice tests (15-35 questions each) replicating the spatial reasoning and directional judgment tasks in the real FACT - four targeted simulations calibrated to build the pattern recognition the section requires within the tight time window of the exam's 10-question map reading block.
- 22 Writing Ability practice tests (15-35 questions each) covering grammar, sentence structure, and vocabulary in the FACT format, supported by 2 Grammar Terms study guides targeting the specific grammatical constructs OFAI tests - not broad English comprehension, but the precise areas that appear in the exam's 10-question writing section.
- 10 Situational Judgment and Human Relations practice tests (15-35 questions each) aligned with the behavioural competencies the FACT Personal Characteristics section measures, supported by 8 study guides - 7 Firefighter Values Guides covering the traits OFAI assesses (integrity, teamwork, stress tolerance, decision-making under authority) and 1 dedicated SJT strategy guide - so you understand exactly how your responses are scored across the section that carries 55% of your result.
- 21 PDF and video study guides to help you master the theory behind the questions
- Full answers and explanations
- Score reports
- A complete "Back to Basics" guide library for the math section, to help you regain your numerical and grammar confidence
- A proven platform based on 30 years of experience that has helped thousands of candidates pass FACT exams and fulfil their dream of becoming a firefighter
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FACT Test FAQs
This PrepPack is built specifically for the Firefighter Aptitude and Character Test (FACT) administered by Ontario Fire Administration Inc. (OFAI). Every practice question, study guide, and video tutorial is aligned with the exact 110-question format used across Ontario: 15 Reading Ability questions, 15 Mathematical Reasoning questions, 10 Map Reading questions, 10 Writing Ability questions, and 60 Personal Characteristics questions, weighted 45% aptitude and 55% character assessment.
Unlike generic firefighter prep materials designed for U.S. exams (CPS, FCTC, FireTEAM), our FACT PrepPack mirrors the OFAI testing environment—proctored computer lab format, 3-hour time limit, and pass/fail scoring. We include Ontario-specific content covering the full OFAI recruitment pathway: Stage One (FACT), Stage Two (hearing, vision, encapsulated treadmill), and Stage Three (FPAT physical tests, technical skills). Whether you're applying to Toronto Fire Services, Brampton Fire & Emergency Services, Kitchener Fire Department, or any of the 100+ OFAI municipal partners across Ontario, this prep is designed for your exact test.
Most candidates underestimate the Personal Characteristics section, which carries 55% of your result. We recommend at least two to three weeks of focused preparation - one week on the aptitude sections (Reading, Math, Map Reading, Writing) and a full week on Personal Characteristics alone. If your test date is within a week, prioritise the SJT scenarios and timed practice under exam conditions.
Yes, and it is the most important part of your preparation. The Personal Characteristics section tests specific competencies - integrity, teamwork, stress tolerance, decision-making under authority - using situational judgment scenarios. Our course includes 60 practice questions mirroring the real format, with detailed explanations of which competency each scenario targets and why each answer ranks the way it does. This is the section most candidates ignore and most candidates fail on.
You will have instant access to your PrepPack, which includes all your practice tests. You can start practicing immediately, learning from detailed explanations and guides, while tracking your performance with accurate, tailored questions to help you understand the correct approach to solving your assessment.
After your purchase, you will receive two emails. The first will contain your payment receipt, and the second will include a login link along with information about our general terms, conditions, and refund policy. To access your PrepPack, simply log in and reset your password. You can use the prep pack as many times as you want. Your progress is saved in your account, allowing you to revisit previous attempts. Our performance tracker helps you focus on the test sections that require more attention. You can purchase more than one pack. If you are unsure at the time of purchase, you can always upgrade later. Additionally, we offer a Premium Subscription that allows access to up to three PrepPacks at an affordable price. You can also extend your practice period. Simply contact our customer success team via c.serv@jobtestprep.com.
