Validity of an Occupational Strength Test Battery (STB) for Early Identification of Potential Underwater Demolition Team and Sea/Air/Land Team Trainees

Abstract

An experimental strength test battery (STB) including 11 tests measuring 4 strength factors (static, dynamic, power, and anthropometric) was administered to underwater demolition team (UDT) and sea/air/land (SEAL) trainees, and results were validated against attrition. Tests that were predictive were anthropometric (weight and weight/height squared), dynamic (sit- ups, push-ups, pull-ups), and power (ergometer). Results indicated that an STB for occupational classification should include dynamic types of strength tests to predict performance in Navy jobs requiring rapid, extensive body movement. Also, the STB could be used to identify larger numbers of highly qualified potential UDT/SEAL trainees and thus reduce historically high levels of training attrition.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 1983
Accession Number
ADA134326

Entities

People

  • David W. Robertson
  • Thomas Trent

Organizations

  • Bureau of Naval Personnel

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Air Force Facilities
  • Attrition
  • Body Weight
  • Composite Materials
  • Divers
  • Ergometers
  • Military Personnel
  • Military Research
  • Performance Tests
  • Personnel Management
  • Regression Analysis
  • Social Sciences
  • Standards
  • Training
  • Underwater Demolition
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Exercise and Sports Science.
  • Instructional Design and Training Evaluation.
  • Military Logistics and Supply Chain Management