PNP 10-Storey Ascension Test Rules

Establish policies, guidelines, and procedures for the implementation of the Ten (10)-Storey Ascension Test
This test serves as an additional requirement beyond the Physical Fitness Test for selection and placement of Police Commissioned Officers (PCOs) to key positions

Fitness: Suitability of an officer for a position based on specific criteria
Physical Fitness: Individual's stamina, strength, speed, agility, and suppleness needed to perform vigorous tasks
Stair Ascension Test: Physical test measuring cardiovascular endurance, aerobic capacity, balance, muscle strength while climbing stairs increasing in elevation
Key Positions: Include Directors of DIPOs, Regional Directors of PROs, NSU Directors, District Directors, Provincial and City Directors, Chiefs of Police, Battalion and Company Commanders in specified units
Placement: Selection and designation of an officer to a key position
PNP Senior Officers' Placement and Promotion Board (SOPPB): Authorized group evaluating officers for promotion and placement

Emphasizes the principle "Sound Body Breeds Sound Mind" for effective leadership
Physical fitness is crucial for efficient police operations and leadership
Ten (10)-Storey Ascension Test is a mandatory criterion for key position appointment
Directorate for Human Resource and Doctrine Development (DHRDD) supervises and reviews the Physical Fitness Program and standards
Test venues include NCR and other regions where suitable ten-storey structures exist, validated and accredited by DHRDD
Standard dimensions for test location: floor height (10-12 feet), step height (7-8"), step width (10-12"), 20 steps per floor, 45-degree inclination
Test timing standards differ by position and gender, e.g., Directors must complete within 2:45 mins (male) and 3:15 mins (female)
Test conducted under supervision and validation of DHRDD or respective regional units
Authentication of test results is designated by position level authorities
If no suitable building exists locally, the test occurs in nearest accredited venue
Uniform during test is prescribed as PNP Athletic Uniform
Funded by the Training and Doctrine Command (TDC)
Results shall be publicly posted on DHRDD bulletin board and PNP website

DHRDD schedules and organizes tests for higher-level officers in coordination with PNP Health Service upon SOPPB endorsement
Regional DHRDDs handle tests for Provincial/City Directors and other lower-ranking positions, allowing candidates to test in their current stationed region as needed
Medical examination before the test includes ECG, stress test, X-ray, lab tests (CBC, blood chemistry), EENT, and pulmonary function to ensure fitness; only medically cleared officers may proceed
Test involves climbing from 1st to 10th floor stairway, timing recorded from start to finish, candidate must meet or beat the standard time to pass
Pre- and post-test health monitoring includes blood pressure, heart, and respiratory rate checks; warm-up and cool-down exercises mandated
Immediate medical consultation required if symptoms like chest pain, dizziness, or difficulty breathing occur
Test results submitted to SOPPB for incorporation into overall key position candidate evaluation
Results remain valid for six months from test date

All previous PNP policies inconsistent with this Memorandum Circular are revoked

Circular takes effect 15 days after filing with the University of the Philippines Law Center pursuant to Executive Order No. 292 (The Revised Administrative Code of 1987)