Department PF personnel must be individuals who:

(a) Are medically certified by the PPMD pursuant to the procedures set out in §1046.13 to perform all of the applicable essential functions of the job, as set forth in §1046.11;

(b) Meet the physical readiness qualification standards set forth in §1046.16; and

(c) Are determined to be qualified as having the knowledge, skills, abilities and completed the requirements of a formal training program as set out in §1046.16.