| 来源类型 | Research Reports
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| 规范类型 | 报告
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| DOI | https://doi.org/10.7249/RR2171
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| ISBN | 9780833099440
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| 来源ID | RR-2171-AF
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| Evaluating an Operator Physical Fitness Test Prototype for Tactical Air Control Party and Air Liaison Officers: A Preliminary Analysis of Test Implementation |
| Sean Robson; Tracy C. Krueger; Jennifer L. Cerully; Stephanie Pezard; Laura Raaen; Nahom M. Beyene
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| 发表日期 | 2018
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| 出版年 | 2018
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| 页码 | 124
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| 语种 | 英语
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| 结论 |
- Overall, TACP specialists and ALOs indicated consistently strong, positive support for the O-PTB. TACP specialists and ALOs generally felt that each test was administered to all operators in the same way and that they knew how they performed relative to the standard.
- Some TACP specialists and ALOs indicated concern about the potential for injury for the Trap Bar Deadlift, and some physical training leaders (PTLs) expressed concern that operators could be injured while taking the test battery. No new injuries were reported in preparation for or during administration of the tests.
- TACP specialists and ALOs were most frustrated by the Extended Cross Knee Crunch and the Medicine Ball Toss, and 15 percent of PTLs indicated that operators seemed frustrated by the test.
- Eight percent of TACP specialists and ALOs and 12 percent of PTLs did not feel that the test battery would be fair for all TACP specialists regardless of rank, age, stature, gender, or race/ethnicity.
- TACP specialists, ALOs, and PTLs felt that it was important that test administrators be other TACP specialists; in contrast, career field managers (CFMs) emphasized that the test administrator could be anyone.
- Other BA CFMs (i.e., not TACP or ALO) expressed strong concerns over logistical issues regarding test administration (e.g., time, equipment cost). They recognized deficiencies in the Physical Ability and Stamina Test and expressed interest in addressing these shortcomings through a more collaborative effort.
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| 摘要 |
- Communicate results broadly throughout the TACP and ALO communities; disseminate results to other BA leaders.
- Test administrators were being observed and had just received training on how to administer; therefore, follow-up evaluations should be conducted to ensure consistent administration continues to be followed.
- Consider (1) further training on proper form and technique, (2) increasing the opportunities to practice the tests and receive feedback, and/or (3) updating test administration instructions.
- Deliver additional communication about the history of the test development process, how tests were selected, and how they link to job and mission-related requirements.
- Consider the advantages and disadvantages of various test administrator characteristics.
- Examine the time required, on average, to administer the prototype test battery and the cost to purchase all equipment for a squadron of 100.
- Increase the frequency of communication among CFMs, commanders, strength and conditioning coaches, and the Air Force Exercise Science Unit. Consider trade-offs between scientific validity and other career-field needs, including feasibility, cost, and perceived utility.
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| 主题 | Enlisted Personnel
; Military Education and Training
; Military Officers
; Operational Readiness
; Physical Exercise
; United States Air Force
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| URL | https://www.rand.org/pubs/research_reports/RR2171.html
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| 来源智库 | RAND Corporation (United States)
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| 资源类型 | 智库出版物
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| 条目标识符 | http://119.78.100.153/handle/2XGU8XDN/108801
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推荐引用方式
GB/T 7714 |
Sean Robson,Tracy C. Krueger,Jennifer L. Cerully,et al. Evaluating an Operator Physical Fitness Test Prototype for Tactical Air Control Party and Air Liaison Officers: A Preliminary Analysis of Test Implementation. 2018.
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