Chapter 7 Flashcards
The _______ is a leadership tool that indicates where command involvement is needed to correct systematic, programmatic, or procedural weaknesses, and to ensure resources are used effectively and efficiently. It also resolves problems affecting the Air Force mission and creates an atmosphere of trust in which issues can be resolved without fear of reprisal. (7.8.)
Air Force IG Complaints Program
The primary charge of the _______ is to maintain a credible Air Force IG system by ensuring the existence of responsive complaint investigations, and Fraud, Waste, and Abuse programs characterized by objectivity, integrity, and impartiality. (7.8.)
Inspector General (IG)
Only the _______ may investigate allegations of reprisal under the Military Whistleblower’s Protection Act. (7.8.)
Inspector General
The concept of separate, full-time installation IGs was implemented to remove any perceived conflict of interest, lack of independence, or apprehension by Air Force personnel. This is a result of the previous practice of: (7.9.)
assigning chain of command and IG roles to the same official
The installation IG is organized as a staff function reporting directly to: (7.9.)
the installation commander
IGs are the “eyes and ears” of the commander. They: (7.9.1.)
-inform the commander of potential areas of concern as reflected by trends -function as the fact finder and honest broker in the resolution of complaints -educate and train commanders and members on their rights and responsibilities
Which of the following are not covered by the IG complaint resolution program? (7.9.2.)
-commander-directed inquiries and investigations -AFOSI or security forces investigations -investigations of civilian employees who have specific appeal rights under labor union agreements
Not all matters are appropriate for an IG complaint. Which of the following does not justify an IG investigation? (7.9.2.2. and 7.9.2.3.)
-being held accountable for lost equipment after a Report of Survey investigation -disagreement with the outcome of an alternative grievance or appeal process -reporting an Air Force mishap or safety incident or risk
Before addressing complaints to the IG, members who have a grievance should try to _______. (7.9.3.)
resolve the issues at the lowest possible level using command channels
Complainants should attempt to resolve issues at the lowest possible level before contacting the IG because: (7.9.3.)
the immediate supervisory command chain can often resolve complaints more quickly and effectively than higher levels
Complainants should attempt to resolve issues at the lowest possible level because the immediate supervisory command chain can often resolve complaints more quickly and effectively than a higher level. Use the IG system when: (7.9.3.)
-there is fear of reprisal -referral to the chain of command is futile
What form is used to file an IG complaint? (7.9.4.)
AF IMT 102, Inspector General Personal and Fraud, Waste & Abuse Complaint Registration
AFI 90-301, Inspector General Complaints Resolution, outlines the procedures for filing a complaint with the IG. Complainants may also file a complaint anonymously by: (7.9.4.)
-calling an Air Force FWA Hotline -calling the Defense Hotline -directly contacting an IG
Which of these is not true of IG complainants’ rights? (7.9.5.)
complainants may not submit complaints anonymously
If a management official takes (or threatens to take) an unfavorable personnel action, or withholds (or threatens to withhold) a favorable personnel action, to retaliate against a member who made, or prepared to make, a protected communication, it is called: (7.9.5.7.1.)
a reprisal
Any lawful communication, regardless of the subject, to an IG or Congress, is considered: (7.9.5.7.1.)
protected
10 USC Section 1034 states that a military member may not be restricted or prohibited from making a lawful communication to the IG or a member of Congress. Restriction can result from either private or public statements that may reasonably discourage Air Force members from contacting the IG or a member of Congress. Examples of restriction are: (7.9.5.7.2.)
-statements that discourage members from contacting the IG or a member of Congress -a First Sergeant who directs a member to stay within his chain of command
Improper mental health evaluation (MHE) referral cases typically involve: (7.9.5.7.3.)
improper procedures
AFI 44-109, Mental Health, Confidentiality, and Military Law, states, “Supervisory personnel, including commanders, may encourage Air Force members to voluntarily seek mental health care…supervisors and commanders may not, however, under any circumstances attempt to: (7.9.5.7.3.)
coerce members to voluntarily seek a mental health evaluation”
The DoD Inspector General provides a quarterly report to Congress detailing IG allegations of improper mental health evaluations, reprisal, and restriction. In the Air Force, most allegations in these three areas are against: (7.9.5.7.4.)
First Sergeants and senior enlisted personnel
IG complaints must be filed within _______ of learning of the alleged wrong. (7.9.6.)
60 days
Complainants must understand that when they submit an IG complaint, they are submitting official statements. Therefore, they are subject to ______ for knowingly making false statements and submitting other unlawful communications. (7.9.6.)
punitive action
The IG makes every effort to protect the identity of complainants and will only release the name of a complainant: (7.9.7.)
-on an official need-to-know basis -with the IG’s or appointing authority’s written permission
This is an official record of unfavorable information about an individual which contains documents that are administrative, judicial, or nonjudicial censures concerning the member’s performance, responsibility, and behavior: (7.11.)
an Unfavorable Information File (UIF)
Which of the following documents must be filed in a UIF if they exist? (7.11.1.)
-suspended or unsuspended Article 15 punishment of more than 1 month -a court-martial conviction -placement on the control roster
Some types of documents must be filed in a UIF; others are optional. Which of the following are not optional? (7.11.1.)
a civilian conviction where the penalty is confinement of 1 year or more
Who does not have the authority to establish UIFs? (7.11.2.)
a workcenter NCOIC or First Sergeant
Before establishing a UIF, the commander sends optional documents (letters of admonishment, counseling, and reprimand) to the offending member along with: (7.11.2.)
an AF IMT 1058, Unfavorable Information File Action
Before establishing a UIF, the commander sends optional documents (LOAs, LOCs, and LORs) to the member along with an AF IMT 1058, Unfavorable Information File Action. The individual then has _______ to respond before the commander makes a decision on placing the optional documents in the UIF. (7.11.2.)
3 duty days
Who has authorized access to a member’s UIF? (7.11.3.)
-the IG, inspection team, judge advocate, and paralegals -MEO personnel, ADAPT Program personnel, AFOSI, and security forces personnel -the member, commander, First Sergeant, EPR reporting and rating officials, and MPF personnel
Commanders review unit UIFs within _______ of assuming command. (7.11.3.)
90 days
Commanders review unit UIFs within 90 days of assuming command. UIFs are also reviewed when: (7.11.3. and 11.3.2.2.)
-individuals are considered for promotion, reenlistment, or PCS -individuals are considered for reclassification or retraining -the rater prepares an EPR on an individual
How long does the commander keep the UIF and its documents (unless early removal is clearly warranted)? (7.11.4.)
for the disposition period
Commanders keep the UIF and its documents for the disposition period unless early removal is clearly warranted. What Air Force Instruction contains additional guidance on disposition dates? (7.11.4.)
AFI 36-2907, Unfavorable Information File (UIF) Program
Commanders initiate actions to remove UIFs or documents within the UIF using: (7.11.4.)
an AF IMT 1058, Unfavorable Information File Action
A rehabilitative tool commanders use to establish a 6-month observation period for individuals whose duty performance is substandard or who fail to meet or maintain Air Force standards, is: (7.12.)
Control Roster
An individual cannot remain on the Control Roster for more than _____ consecutive months. (7.12.1.)
6
An individual cannot remain on the Control Roster for more than 6 consecutive months. If a member is not rehabilitated within 6 months, the commander: (7.12.1.)
initiates more severe action
A commander initiates control roster action using _______ and forwards it to the individual who has 3 duty days to submit a statement on his or her behalf. (7.12.2.)
AF IMT 1058, Unfavorable Information File Action
The control roster is a rehabilitative tool commanders use to establish a 6-month observation period for members whose duty performance fails to meet Air Force standards. The 6-month period begins the day the AF IMT 1058 is finalized and ends: (7.12.2.)
at 2400 hours 6 months later
The commander can remove an enlisted member from the control roster early using: (7.12.2.)
AF IMT 1058, Unfavorable Information File Action
Who can issue administrative counseling, admonitions, and reprimands? (7.13.)
-commanders -supervisors and other persons in authority
Commanders, supervisors, and other persons in authority may issue administrative counseling, admonitions, and reprimands. These actions are intended to: (7.13.)
improve, correct, and instruct subordinates who depart from Air Force standards
What form is used to record counseling sessions? (7.13.1.)
AF IMT 174, Record of Individual Counseling
AF IMT 174, Record of Individual Counseling, is normally used to record counseling sessions but counseling sessions may also be documented: (7.13.1.)
-on bond paper -on letterhead
Order these levels of counseling from least to most severe: (7.13.1. and 7.13.2. and 7.13.3.)
LOC, LOA, LOR
A _______ is more severe than a Letter of Counseling or Letter of Admonishment and indicates a stronger degree of official censure. (7.13.3.)
Letter of Reprimand
Counselings, admonitions, or reprimands are administered verbally or in writing. If written, the letter states: (7.13.4.)
-What the member did or failed to do, citing specific incidents and dates -What improvement is expected
Written counselings, admonitions, or reprimands state (1) What the member did or failed to do, (2) What improvement is expected, (3) That further deviation may result in more severe action, (4) That the individual has 3 duty days to submit rebuttal documents, and: (7.13.4.)
That all documents received from the individual will become part of the record
Administrative actions range from counseling and reprimand to removal from position, reassignment, and demotion. What authority may demote Master Sergeants and below? (7.14.)
group or equivalent-level commander
Administrative actions range from counseling and reprimand to removal from position, reassignment, and demotion. What level authority may demote a Senior Master Sergeant (SMSgt) or Chief Master Sergeant (CMSgt)? (7.14.)
MAJCOM, FOA, and DRU commander
Which of these is a common reason for the administrative demotion of Airmen? (7.14.1.)
-failure to attain or maintain fitness program standards -failure to complete officer training for reasons of academic deficiency, self-elimination, or misconduct -failure to maintain grade and skill relationship and skill level
The commander must inform an Airman, in writing, of the intention to recommend demotion. The Airman then has _______ to agree or disagree with the action and to present written or oral statements. (7.14.2.)
3 duty days
Airmen may appeal demotion decisions. The appellate authority for Airmen in the grades of Amn through MSgt is: (7.14.3.)
the next level commander above the group commander
Airmen may appeal demotion decisions. The appellate authority for Airmen in the grades of SMSgt and CMSgt is: (7.14.3.)
the Air Force Vice Chief of Staff (unless the MAJCOM, FOA, or DRU commander delegated demotion authority to a subordinate level)
Most first-term Airmen have a Military Service Obligation requiring them to complete _______ of military service. (7.15.1.)
8 years
Most first-term Airmen have a Military Service Obligation of 8 years of military service. Active duty Airmen who have not met this obligation at the time of separation will be released (not discharged) and transferred to _________ to complete the remaining service obligation. (7.15.1.)
the Air Force Reserve
The service of members separating at their expiration of term of service (ETS), or voluntarily or involuntarily separating for the convenience of the government, is characterized as: (7.15.2.)
honorable