DISCIPLINE MODEL & PROGRESSIVE DISCIPLINE PROCESS

Question 1

The Discipline Model (DM)

Answer 1

• is a system of three Arenas that if used correctly can help maintain discipline in the Air Force
• The three Arenas consist of Prevention, Correction, and Punishment

Question 2

DM Arena 1 - Prevention

Answer 2

• The goal of preventive measures is to Prevent behaviors that are detrimental to the personnel or productivity of a work center.
• is all about setting clear standards, establishing rapport, and establishing a climate of accountability
• establish line of acceptability (LOA)

Question 3

DM Arena 2 – Correction

Answer 3

• we must take the least amount of corrective action necessary to change the behavior
• is designed to address inappropriate behavior, and to bring subordinates’ behavior back above the standard or Line of Acceptability (LOA) that was established in the Prevention arena
• is accomplished by using the Progressive Discipline Process or PDP

Question 4

DM Arena 3 – Punishment

Answer 4

• The keys to effectively functioning in this arena is for the supervisor to know the subordinate well enough to be able to advise the commander on what will work best for their people
• purpose is to correct and rehabilitate those who repeatedly or grievously violate standards
• Only officers on G-series orders can punish enlisted members and only through Article 15 or courts-martial process
• prudence first justice second

Question 5

Progressive Discipline Process (PDP)

Answer 5

1. Establish standards- line of acceptability (LOA)
2. Monitor- monitor behavior and reinforce as needed
3. Apply the PDP- When infractions occur—performance or behavior falls below the LOA

Question 6

In the prevention arena, what are the 3 key actions that must take place?

Answer 6

1. Setting standards
2. Establishing rapport
3. Establishing a climate of accountability

Question 7

What is the key “process” that supervisors must follow when operating the corrective arena?

Answer 7

• Progressive Discipline Process (PDP)

Question 8

When prevention fails, what corrective actions can supervisors take to enforce discipline?

Answer 8

• Counseling (Verbal or Written)(informal, formal, and referral.)
• Admonitions and Reprimands (Verbal or Written)
• Unfavorable Information File (UIF)
• Control Rosters
• Article 15s
• Courts-Martial

Question 9

What is the difference between correction and punishment?

Answer 9

• punishment is for when standards are repeatedly or grieveiously violated

Question 10

When operating in the punishment arena, what is your primary role?

Answer 10

• Advise the commander

Question 11

Applying the PDP:

Answer 11

1) Determine the infraction’s distance from the line of acceptability’s vertical line
2) Draw a line horizontally toward the discipline tool appropriate for addressing the infraction

Question 12

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Answer 12

• Verbal
• Written
• Counseling
• Admonishment
• Reprimand