ASTM E2031-99(2016)
(Practice)Standard Practice for Quality Control of Psychophysiological Detection of Deception (Polygraph) Examinations
Standard Practice for Quality Control of Psychophysiological Detection of Deception (Polygraph) Examinations
ABSTRACT
This practice establishes essential and recommended procedures for the conduct of quality control for a Psychophysiological Detection of Deception (PDD) examination, or polygraph examinations. The procedures state that all PDD examinations may be subjected to a quality control review. Experienced examiners who are trained in the PDD format utilized by the original examiner are qualified to conduct a quality control review of an examination. A quality control review shall be independent and objective and meet all applicable ASTM standards. The quality control process should involve the review of test data analysis of all charts collected, questions and answers utilized, the PDD report, among others. The person conducting the quality control review shall attest, in writing, as to whether the test data supports the conclusion rendered by the original examiner. All PDD documents and test data shall remain available for a quality control review for no less than a year or until the incident or circumstance requiring the examination to be conducted has been completely adjudicated.
SCOPE
1.1 This practice establishes essential and recommended procedures for the conduct of quality control for a Psychophysiological Detection of Deception (PDD) examination.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-Dec-2015
- Technical Committee
- E52 - Forensic Psychophysiology
- Drafting Committee
- E52.03 - Quality Control
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- Effective Date
- 01-Jan-2016
- Effective Date
- 15-Jan-2024
- Effective Date
- 01-Oct-2017
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- 01-Mar-2012
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- 01-Apr-2011
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- 01-Sep-2010
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- 01-Aug-2010
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- 01-Mar-2007
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- 01-Mar-2007
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- 01-May-2005
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- 01-Jan-2005
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- 01-May-2004
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- 01-Dec-2003
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- 10-Feb-2002
- Effective Date
- 10-Feb-2002
Overview
ASTM E2031-99(2016), Standard Practice for Quality Control of Psychophysiological Detection of Deception (Polygraph) Examinations, establishes essential and recommended procedures to ensure the integrity and reliability of polygraph examinations. Developed by ASTM International, this standard outlines the process for independent and objective quality control reviews of Psychophysiological Detection of Deception (PDD) examinations. By adhering to these procedures, forensic practitioners and organizations can enhance professional standards and foster trust in the results of polygraph testing.
Key Topics
Quality Control Procedures
The standard defines a systematic approach for quality control that includes the review, evaluation, and critique of PDD examinations. Reviews must be independent and objective, free of any undue influence from the original examiner or involved parties.Qualified Examiners
Only experienced examiners, trained in the same PDD format as the original examiner, are qualified to perform quality control reviews. This ensures accurate and consistent evaluations across examinations.Review Scope
The quality control review encompasses:- Evaluation of all collected test data, including polygraph charts and electronic recordings
- Verification of all questions and answers utilized in the examination
- Assessment of the completed PDD report
- Inspection of all documentation and paperwork related to the exam
Documentation and Record Retention
All relevant PDD documents and test data must remain accessible for at least one year, or until the case associated with the examination is fully adjudicated.Written Attestation
The reviewer is required to provide written confirmation stating whether the test data supports the conclusion rendered by the original examiner.
Applications
Forensic Investigations
Law enforcement agencies and forensic laboratories apply this standard to maintain high-quality polygraph procedures in criminal investigations and internal administrative matters.Legal Admissibility
Implementing ASTM E2031-99(2016) assists organizations in ensuring PDD examinations meet applicable legal and professional standards, increasing the potential admissibility of evidence in court or during judicial reviews.Institutional Policy Compliance
Many public and private sector organizations integrate these quality control procedures into their internal policies, ensuring that all polygraph testing aligns with recognized national and international standards.Continuous Professional Development
The standard supports ongoing examiner training and professional development by setting clear expectations for the conduct and review of PDD examinations.
Related Standards
ASTM E2035 – Terminology Relating to Forensic Psychophysiology
Provides definitions and context for terms used within psychophysiological detection of deception and polygraph examinations.ISO/IEC 17020 – Conformity assessment – Requirements for the operation of various types of bodies performing inspection
Relevant for organizations seeking broader accreditation in forensic and inspection practices.ASTM Committee E52 – Forensic Psychophysiology
Oversees development and maintenance of standards related to PDD and quality control procedures.
By implementing ASTM E2031-99(2016), laboratories, law enforcement agencies, and legal professionals can significantly improve the reliability, objectivity, and documentation of psychophysiological detection of deception examinations, strengthening the overall quality control framework in forensic psychophysiology.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ASTM E2031-99(2016) is a standard published by ASTM International. Its full title is "Standard Practice for Quality Control of Psychophysiological Detection of Deception (Polygraph) Examinations". This standard covers: ABSTRACT This practice establishes essential and recommended procedures for the conduct of quality control for a Psychophysiological Detection of Deception (PDD) examination, or polygraph examinations. The procedures state that all PDD examinations may be subjected to a quality control review. Experienced examiners who are trained in the PDD format utilized by the original examiner are qualified to conduct a quality control review of an examination. A quality control review shall be independent and objective and meet all applicable ASTM standards. The quality control process should involve the review of test data analysis of all charts collected, questions and answers utilized, the PDD report, among others. The person conducting the quality control review shall attest, in writing, as to whether the test data supports the conclusion rendered by the original examiner. All PDD documents and test data shall remain available for a quality control review for no less than a year or until the incident or circumstance requiring the examination to be conducted has been completely adjudicated. SCOPE 1.1 This practice establishes essential and recommended procedures for the conduct of quality control for a Psychophysiological Detection of Deception (PDD) examination.
ABSTRACT This practice establishes essential and recommended procedures for the conduct of quality control for a Psychophysiological Detection of Deception (PDD) examination, or polygraph examinations. The procedures state that all PDD examinations may be subjected to a quality control review. Experienced examiners who are trained in the PDD format utilized by the original examiner are qualified to conduct a quality control review of an examination. A quality control review shall be independent and objective and meet all applicable ASTM standards. The quality control process should involve the review of test data analysis of all charts collected, questions and answers utilized, the PDD report, among others. The person conducting the quality control review shall attest, in writing, as to whether the test data supports the conclusion rendered by the original examiner. All PDD documents and test data shall remain available for a quality control review for no less than a year or until the incident or circumstance requiring the examination to be conducted has been completely adjudicated. SCOPE 1.1 This practice establishes essential and recommended procedures for the conduct of quality control for a Psychophysiological Detection of Deception (PDD) examination.
ASTM E2031-99(2016) is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 11.040.55 - Diagnostic equipment. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ASTM E2031-99(2016) has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ASTM E2031-99(2010), ASTM E2035-12(2024), ASTM E2035-12(2017), ASTM E2035-12, ASTM E2035-11, ASTM E2035-10a, ASTM E2035-10, ASTM E2035-07e1, ASTM E2035-07, ASTM E2035-05a, ASTM E2035-05, ASTM E2035-04, ASTM E2035-03, ASTM E2035-02, ASTM E2035-01a. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation: E2031 − 99 (Reapproved 2016)
Standard Practice for
Quality Control of Psychophysiological Detection of
Deception (Polygraph) Examinations
This standard is issued under the fixed designation E2031; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope necessary by the examiner. For a specific issue examination, all
relevant questions and the examinee’s answers shall be in-
1.1 This practice establishes essential and recommended
cluded.
procedures for the conduct of quality control for a Psycho-
3.1.4 quality control—a systematic, independent, and objec-
physiological Detection of Deception (PDD) examination.
tive review, evaluation, and critique of a PDD examination by
2. Referenced Documents
a qualified examiner. This review is designed to ensure each
2 examiner maintains professional standards.
2.1 ASTM Standards:
E2035 Terminology Relating to Forensic Psychophysiology
4. Summary of Practice
4.1 All PDD examinations may be subjected to a quality
3. Terminology
control review. Prior to a PDD examination being considered
3.1 Definitions—For additional terminology relating to
by any court or judicial tribunal, in order to ensure each
PDD, refer to Terminology E2035.
examination meets appropriate standards, each examination
3.1.1 independent quality control review—an evaluation of
should undergo a quality control review.
the PDD examination that is free of undue influence from the
4.2 Experienced examiners who are trained in the PDD
original examiner or other persons.
format utilized by the original examiner are qualified to
3.1.2 objective quality control review—an evaluation of
conduct a quality control review of an examination.
PDD test data based upon established analysis procedures
4.3 A quality control review shall be independent and
which meet ASTM standards.
objective and meet all applicableASTM standards. The quality
3.1.3 PDD report—a written account to the person or
control process should involve, but is not limited to a review
agency requesting the examination which summarizes the
of: the test data analysis of all charts collected during the
details of an individual PDD examination. The report should
examination; all questions and answers utilized during the
include, but is not limited to: the details of the incident or the
examination to produce the data which were evaluated; the
circumstances for which the examination was conducted;
PDD report; any available electronic recordings; and all allied
identifying information of the examinee; the purpose of the
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