What are the certification test requirements?

• A. 70% on written and pass a physical
• B. 60% on written and pass a physical
• C. 80% on written and pass a physical
• D. 90% on written and pass a physical

Answer: (C)

The test is built around proving both knowledge and practical ability. You need to score eighty percent on the written portion to show solid understanding of rope systems, knot names and uses, gear inspection, safety procedures, and rescue basics. But knowing theory isn’t enough by itself—the physical portion must be passed to demonstrate you can actually perform the required techniques correctly and safely under realistic conditions. That combination of a solid written score and verified hands-on skill is what certifies you as proficient. Lower written scores would leave gaps in safety-critical knowledge, while a higher written target would be stricter than standard; the eighty percent written threshold paired with passing the physical is the established requirement.