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Quality assurance in performance testing
There are a number of programs globally that have their own quality assurance regarding field performance testing.
Due to variables in test design, equipment usage and recording methods, the data collected is significantly diluted
and is also scientifically incomparable to further repeat testing.
Global Performance Testing has thoroughly researched the most evidence based global test protocols, combining
international interpretation and acknowledgement across all sporting codes. The formulated field tests aim to be
performed in a controlled environment, are repeatable, and are scientifically valid. Due to this, the field tests can be
performed in any country, at any time. In addressing key criteria in relation to exercise physiology, the wide array of
test protocols and the subsequent testing data is transparent, clean and globally comparable.
The Global Performance Testing quality assurance focuses on the following objectives for unbiased and reliable data:
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All environments are of identical surface and similar in dimension
All equipment is of identical specification and calibration scheduling
All staff are identically trained and accredited to the equipment and software solutions
All tests are performed over identical distances and with identical starting procedures
All data is reliable and collected and analysed under identical procedures
All athletes are managed during a test event in identical conditions
All documentation is completed and monitored regularly to identical procedures
All variables i.e. temperatures, surfaces, weather etc. are recorded for comparable evidence

In the context of performance testing, sports science and exercise physiology, quality assurance refers to the
protocols, equipment and environments used to provide the coach, trainer, athlete or scientist confidence in reliable
and accurate data.
Due to the lack of domestic and global governance in the area of field performance testing, Global Performance
Testing provides assurance that the test protocols referred to in the literature are of sound scientific based evidence,
are specific to physiological outcomes and are in demand by leading organisations within the sporting arena
internationally.
Every effort is made to ensure that Global Performance Testing staff conduct tests identically, regardless of country or
code. Therefore, any tests conducted and their subsequent results which may be obtained by independent coaches,
clubs, companies or institutes are not able to be compared to Global Performance Testing data and are not
recognised by Global Performance Testing. For tests to be repeated and for the data to be comparable, reliable and
valid, Global Performance Testing managed test sessions are a more superior option for field performance testing.
In order to achieve reliable data we recommend that Global Performance Testing provide a managed test session on
a periodic basis for your organisation.
For more information on Global Performance Testing personnel approval and the requirements and education
required in sports data analysis in specific fields of expertise please contact us at www.globalperformancetesting.
com.

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