Virtual and actual: Relative accuracy of on-site and web-based instruments in auditing the environment for physical activity

► Examining the potential of web-based tools for on-site visits and audits. ► Comparing and evaluating two seperate audits: on-site and web-based. ► Web-based tools do not offer a perfect substitute for on-site audits. ► Web-based tools allow for preliminary audits to be performed accurately from remote locations. ► Web-based tools could increase the effectiveness of subsequent on-site visits.