This study presents the experiences of the author in constructing optometric predictive models to be used as a part of the personnel selection policy of ‘Beden Terbiyesi Genel Müdürlügˇü Spor Toto Teşkilati’ (BTGMSTT) of Turkey. The job under consideration is a close visual inspection job. The visual functions and performance data obtained in the field and the laboratory were analysed using multivariate statistical techniques. A statistically and practically significant predictive model was obtained only through the controlled condition (laboratory simulation).