Sheriff’s Office Participates in Physical Testing

Each Spring and Fall the Washington County Sheriff’s Office participates in physical testing (PT) to verify and validate the ability of the staff to perform the rigors of the job. The testing process includes a bench press, vertical jump, sit ups, push ups, and a 1.5 mile run. Each of these components is designed to test a different area of physical ability and is a requirement for those who wish to promote within the organization. Read more