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The German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge (GAFPB), referred to in German as Abzeichen für Leistungen im Truppendienst, is a decoration of the Bundeswehr, the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Germany. The decoration can be awarded to all German Soldiers, and it is authorized to be awarded to Germany's Allies. Individuals can earn three distinct levels of the GAFB; Gold, Silver, and Bronze. The GAFPB is authorized for wear by the United States military in all ranks. One of the few approved foreign awards, the GAFPB is extremely sought after by U.S. service men and women.
Summary of All Events
Basic Fitness Test (BFT): 3 Events in 90 min
Minimum test requirements have to be met, independently of age or gender. If testee does not meet the minimum pass requirements or one or more test events, the BFT will be deemed FAIL. No section retesting will take place on the same day.
To provide a standardized test environment, events 1 to 3 are taken in sequence.
1. 11 x 10 Meter Sprint Test
The testee starts from a prone position (head showing in the direction of the run) and negotiates, as fast as possible, a cone positioned 10 (ten) meters away.
As soon as testee gets back to the start point, he briefly assumes a prone position, claps his hands behind his back, jumps up onto his feet and sprints again.
The aim is to run five and a half laps in the fastest time possible.
Minimum PASS Requirement:
(Max) 60 sec
2. Chin-Up Test
The testee holds himself in the end position of a pull-up as long as possible.
Testee's evaluation will be based on the length of the time he can hold himself in this position.
Testee steps off the squat box and the instructor pulls it back, testee will hold himself up with his chin above the bar (chin-up end position; elbow joints flexed to the maximum, shoulders at the height of the bar).
Once testee's feet step off the squat box, timekeeping will start. Once the testee's chin is below the bar, timekeeping will stop. Testee's time will be recorded in seconds and tenths of a second.
Minimum PASS Requirement:
5 sec
3. 1000 Meter Run
Testee completes the 1000-meter run in the shortest time possible.
For the 1000-meter (or 1-K) run, the track ideally should be 400 meters long.
The runner starts at the 200-meter mark. So measured from the start/finish line, the runner must run two complete laps of the race. Once he has crossed the finish line, the tester records the runner's time to the nearest second.
Minimum PASS Requirement:
(Max) 6 min 30 sec
Scoring For ALL Pass BFT Events
Tallying Score Points:
Single-event results (individual test times) are translated into a graduated point-score system. Testees who meet the minimum pass requirements (100 points respectively) are awarded basic points [per event]. The better the testees performance, the more points are awarded for the respective events.
Equal Chances:
Based on age-grading and physical-ability considerations, a "handicap" is provided to soldiers, taking into account age and/or gender.
Age Grading:
Testees who are 35 years old or younger will NOT be age-graded
Testees who are 36 years old or older will be age-graded. Basic score points will be increased by 0.5 percent per year of age. The age-grading "handicap" is calculated based on the actual age reached by a testee in a given year.
Age-graded "handicap" (36 years or older) = basic score points X (actual age minus 35 years) X 0.005
Gender Grading:
BFT scores have been normalized to take into account the physical abilities of male soldiers. Therefore male soldiers will not be provided any other type of "handicap" [besides age grading].
Each female (F) soldier will be provided an event-related "handicap". The "handicap" is
15% for sprint test (F) = basic score points X 0.15
40% for chin-up (F) = basic score points X 0.4
15% for 1000-meter run (F) = basic score points X 0.15
Single-Event Score:
You earn scores for each event plus, if applicable, age-graded and gender-graded points.
Event-Score Points = basic score points + age-graded points + gender-graded points
Points Rating:
100 – 199 Fair (4.49 - 3.5 range)
200 – 299 Satisfactory (3.49 - 2.5 range) = BRONZE
300 – 399 Good (2.49 - 1.5 range) = SILVER
≥ 400 Very Good (1.49 - 1.0 range) = GOLD
Overall Rating:
The BFT overall rating is the averaged value calculated from the single ratings. To provide better accuracy, calculate up to two (2) decimal points.
Military Training Section: 5 Events
100 Meter Swim in Uniform
Task:
SWIM 100 METERS in UNIFORM (4 min)
Conditions:
Given a Pool, a measured distance of 100 meters, APPROPRIATE SAFETY GEAR + Lifeguard, Testee WEARING UNIFORM (Jacket + Pants, without BOOTS) and a BATHING SUIT underneath.
Standards:
Successfully Swim 100 meters in the Time of 4 Minutes and then, without taking a break or holding on to the of edge of the pool, testee has to disrobe in deep water.
NO SPECIAL SWIM STYLE IS SPECIFIED
Minimum test requirements have to be met, independently of age or gender. If testee does not meet the minimum pass requirements of 4 min, the swim test will be deemed FAIL. No additional scoring will take place on the same day.
NO time limit to disrobe.
IF you hold onto the edge you will be disqualified!
First Aid Training
The training is not necessary if the testee has undergone a combat lifesaver training (CLS) in the last 3 years or has a first aid certificate equivalent to CLS or higher not older than 3 years.
Task:
FIRST AID TRAINING (equivalent US training = Combat Lifesaver - CLS)
Conditions:
Testee has to receive CLS training/equivalent US training or a written test in accordance with US regulations for CLS training.
Standards:
Score at least 70% or higher on written test.
NBC Training / MOPP4
Task:
Put on protective mask in 9 sec and proceed to MOPP 4
Conditions:
The over garment, over boots, field gear, protective mask and gloves are worn in accordance with US regulations.
Standards:
Instructor will declare NBC Alert, testee has to put on the protective mask in max 9 sec and then proceed to MOPP4. Personnel completely encapsulate themselves by closing their over garments, adjusting all drawstrings to minimize the likelihood of any openings, and putting on their protective gloves. MOPP4 is used when the highest degree of protection is required, or if CB agents are present but the actual hazard is not determined.
Reference FM 3-11.4 CHAPTER IV.
Minimum test requirements have to be met, independently of age or gender. If testee does not meet the minimum pass requirements for putting on the protective mask in max. 9 sec, and can not proceed to MOPP4 correctly, the NBC test will be deemed FAIL. No additional scoring will take place on the same day.
Pistol Qualification
Task:
Fire a 9mm Pistol and qualify in BRONZE, SILVER or GOLD
3 hits = BRONZE
4 hits = SILVER
5 hits = GOLD
Conditions:
Given a 9mm Pistol, a Pistol Range of 25m, 5x Rounds of Ammunition, 3 Targets per lane Appropriate Safety Gear, Testees Wearing Battle Dress Uniform, Gear and Helmet.
Standards:
Successfully hit (first shot double action) EACH target to qualify.
Road March
Task:
March a given distance
Conditions:
6km, 9km or 12km Track
(3.75 miles, 5.6 miles, or 7.5 miles)
15kg Rucksack
(35 lbs)
In uniform
Standards:
March the distance in at least 10 min per km
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