How is physical fitness considered in OSB evaluation?

• A. Fitness supports safety and readiness; values-based judgments weigh more
• B. Fitness is the sole determinant
• C. Fitness is irrelevant
• D. Fitness only matters for sport

Answer: (A)

Physical fitness is viewed as a practical baseline that supports safety and the ability to perform demanding tasks under pressure. In OSB evaluation, being physically capable helps protect you and your teammates, reduces risk, and contributes to overall readiness for the duties you may face. But fitness alone does not determine suitability. The selection process places greater emphasis on values-based judgments—how you lead, communicate, cooperate, handle ethical decisions, and adapt under stress—because these traits predict how you’ll operate effectively in real-world, unpredictable situations. So, fitness matters, but it is one part of a holistic assessment where character, leadership potential, and teamwork carry more weight. It wouldn’t be accurate to say fitness is irrelevant, or that it’s the sole determinant, or that it only matters for sport.