The importance of physical fitness programs for firefighters
Other Title(s)
أهمية برامج اللياقة البدنية لرجال الإطفاء و الدفاع المدني
Author
Source
Issue
Vol. 33, Issue 2 (30 Jun. 2021), pp.171-176, 6 p.
Publisher
University of Baghdad College of Physical Education and Sports Science
Publication Date
2021-06-30
Country of Publication
Iraq
No. of Pages
6
Main Subjects
Sports sciences and physical education
Topics
Abstract EN
Physical fitness is a major factor affecting firefighters' ability to perform under harsh circumstances.
This study aimed to investigate the importance of considering a physical fitness program for firefighters and determine whether such a program should be mandated to create a safe and efficient work environment.
A survey was conducted to observe the existing fitness program impacts on firefighters' fitness level, their satisfaction with the program, and their opinion upon mandating the program.
The study shown that firefighters' fitness levels differed significantly depending on whether the firefighters were subjected to a fitness program or not.
The majority (73% ) of the respondents support mandating a physical fitness program and encouraged such a program to be included in a school degree plan.
However, more than half of the participants (57% ), evaluated their fitness program as inaccurate.
Hence, fitness program components must be thoroughly structured to enhance the program competency.
Recommendations from the respondents were focused on facilitating Civil Defense Centers with gyms, proper gymnastic equipment, and professional trainers
American Psychological Association (APA)
al-Busafi, Majid. 2021. The importance of physical fitness programs for firefighters. Journal of Physical Education،Vol. 33, no. 2, pp.171-176.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1265244
Modern Language Association (MLA)
al-Busafi, Majid. The importance of physical fitness programs for firefighters. Journal of Physical Education Vol. 33, no. 2 (2021), pp.171-176.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1265244
American Medical Association (AMA)
al-Busafi, Majid. The importance of physical fitness programs for firefighters. Journal of Physical Education. 2021. Vol. 33, no. 2, pp.171-176.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1265244
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references : p. 175-176
Record ID
BIM-1265244