To become a firefighter in Columbus you will need to take an Entry-Level Firefighter Examination. The exam is comprised of three phases.
Phase I - Multiple-Choice Exam: This exam consists of 5 subtests: Information Gathering; Mathematics, Logic and Reasoning; Mechanical Aptitude; Map Reading and Following Directions; and Reading Comprehension.
Phase II - Firefighter Mile: In this phase you will have to complete 10 different physical events such as: Stair Climb, Paced Walk, Hose Advance, Equipment Haul, Paced Walk, Blind Crawl, Forcible Entry/Tire Strike, Paced Walk, Victim Rescue, and CPR.
Phase III - The Firefighter Oral Assessment Mechanism (FOAM): This phase is a video-based examination that tests your problem solving and interpersonal relations skills. You will watch six scenes and at the conclusion of each scene respond verbally as if you were a firefighter or medic in that situation. The scenarios are set in a fire environment, meaning they take place in locations involving firefighters and fire situations.