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A product must have the ability to be rated in at least six categories.
In addition to the numerical rating a short paragraph identifying
the advantages and disadvantages of the product must be submitted.
Products will be tested by at least two field testers.
Products receiving a rating of 3.0 or higher will receive NTOA Field
Tester Recommended Status and be allowed to affix the NTOA Member
Tested & Recommended Logo to the product materials.
Products that score lower then 3.0 will not receive approval. Test
results will be sent to the company.
If you would like to become a Field Tester please fill out the participation
form. Field Tester must hold a current NTOA individual or
team membership.
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Rating can
also have the point system (i.e.: 2.5, 6.9, etc.) From these numbers,
an average will be taken from each category by the 2 or 3 reviewers’
ratings. The rating categories are:
1. Design
2. Performance
3. Ease of Use
4. Size
5. Quality
6. Durability
7. Storage
8. Versatility
9. Convenience
10. Application for Law Enforcement
11. Comfort
12. Cleaning/ Maintenance
13. Accuracy |