OIC - Personnel Flashcards
What two things must have happened if giving an Alcohol Incident to a member?
Alcohol is the Significant or Causative Factor
Alcohol Must be Consumed
Would purchasing alcohol for a minor constitute an Alcohol Incident?
Purchasing alcohol for use by minors is not an alcohol incident, but does represent a serious breach of discipline and subjects the member to civil or military (UCMJ) penalties.
Does a screening by the Collateral Duty Alcohol Representative (CDAR) fulfill the requirements for an Alcohol Screening?
An evaluation by a Collateral Duty Alcohol Representative (CDAR) does not satisfy the screening requirement contained in this Manual.
What is SAFE?
Substance Abuse-Free Environment
Is self referral to alcohol treatment considered an Alcohol Incident?
Self-referral to alcohol treatment, by itself, is not considered an alcohol incident.
When a member receives an Alcohol Incident and gets an Alcohol Screening, how is it documented?
The results of this alcohol screening shall be recorded and acknowledged on an Administrative Remarks, Form CG-3307, entry or letter, as appropriate, in the member’s PDR.
If a member Self-Refers for Alcohol Abuse but did not receive an Alcohol Incident, can they have the screening letter removed from their PDR?
Unless there is an associated alcohol incident, the member may request removal of the screening letter and treatment plan from his or her Personnel Data Record after successfully completing the prescribed aftercare.
What happens to E-2 and below personnel that receive an Alcohol Incident and have more than two years of service?
Following one alcohol incident, enlisted members who have not advanced beyond pay grade E-2 and have more than two years of Coast Guard service shall normally be separated by reason of unsuitability due to alcohol abuse
Is under age drinking considered an Alcohol Incident?
Underage drinking is considered an alcohol incident. Should an incident occur, the CDAR shall counsel the member and initiate an alcohol screening.
If an under age member receives an Alcohol Incident, how many years must they wait to be eligible to remove it from their record?
Three Years
If the Officer in Charge and competent medical authority order a member to undergo an alcohol treatment and they refuse the treatment, what will happen?
They are normally are processed for separation.
If the Officer in Charge and competent medical authority order a member to undergo an alcohol treatment and they fail to complete the treatment, what will happen?
They are normally are processed for separation.
If the Officer in Charge and competent medical authority order a member to undergo an alcohol treatment and they violate an alcohol rehabilitation aftercare plan, what will happen?
They are normally are processed for separation.
If a member Self-Refers, is diagnosed as Alcohol Dependent, and a relapse occurs during the aftercare phase of their treatment plan, what will happen?
The relapse will be documented as their first alcohol incident and a new aftercare program will be reinstated effective the date the relapse was identified.
Following a Self-Referral to Alcohol Treatment and a relapse occurs during the aftercare phase of their treatment plan, what happens if they relapse a second time?
Should the self-referred member fail to complete the second aftercare plan they will be processed for separation.
Before processing a member for discharge for chemical dependency, what must the Officer in Charge offer?
Officers in Charge shall ensure that members diagnosed as chemically dependent by competent medical authority are offered rehabilitation treatment before discharge if they are amenable to the treatment.
If a member is being processed for discharge for chemical dependency and refuses rehabilitation treatment, what must be done?
Members that decline rehabilitation treatment shall sign an Administrative Remarks, Form CG-3307, entry indicating they waive their right to benefits under the Department of Veterans Affairs program for treatment of chemical dependency.
What shall the Officer in Charge do if they determine they have a member with a preexisting chemical dependency within six months of their enlistment?
Members diagnosed with alcohol abuse or alcohol dependence within six months of enlistment are not physically qualified for enlistment. If appropriate, unit commanders shall recommend discharge
Is the Coast Guard obligated to provide treatment to members being processed for discharge with a preexisting condition?
The Coast Guard is not obligated to offer treatment prior to separation to individuals’ diagnosed with conditions that existed prior to enlistment.
When should commands not offer treatment for a member being processed for discharge with a preexisting condition?
Commands should not offer treatment to members with conditions that EPTE if said treatment will delay separation beyond 180 days of active Coast Guard service.
Following an Alcohol Incident, what shall the Officer in Charge do in regard to a member’s security clearance?
Following an alcohol incident, commanding officers shall review the member’s security clearance and access to classified material to determine whether the member’s clearance should be suspended.
Following receipt of a positive confirmed urinalysis result or any other evidence of drug abuse, what shall the Officer in Charge do?
Officers in Charge shall initiate an investigation into a possible drug incident.
Before being questioned in relation to a drug incident, what are members entitled to?
Members are entitled to be advised of their rights under Article 31, UCMJ. This applies whether or not disciplinary action under the UCMJ is contemplated.
When is an Administrative Discharge Board required for drug or alcohol separations?
When the member has served a total of eight or more years.
What is a Social Climate Incident?
An action or incident committed by a member or members of the local community against a Coast Guard military member or a dependent of a military member that is harassing, or perceived as discriminatory in nature.
What is DEOMI?
Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute
How long does the command have to report a hate incident?
A commander who becomes aware of a hate incident will electronically report the incident within 48 hours to a Civil Rights Service Provider using memo format.
What is sexual harassment?
Sexual harassment is defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature.
What are the two categories of sexual harassment?
Tangible Employment Action
Hostile Environment
What are the three stages of the Discrimination Complaint Process?
The Pre-Complaint process
The Alternative Dispute Resolution process
The Formal Complaint process
What is the Pre-Complaint process for discrimination complaints?
This involves the initiation of counseling where an aggrieved individual may obtain information about determining whether his/her issue may be resolved through means other than a formal complaint, including alternative dispute resolution options.
What is the Alternative Dispute Resolution process for discrimination complaints?
At any point in the complaint process, an aggrieved person may opt for Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), which is a prompt and informal alternative to the conventional complaint process.
What is included in the Formal Complaint Process for discrimination complaints?
Filing discrimination complaint.
Investigation of complaint.
Adjudication and other post-investigative processes.
If an EEO/EO Complaint is raised, how many days does the command have to attempt resolution?
15 Days
During the Pre-Complaint process for discrimination complaints, how many days does the member have to initiate contact with the CRSP or CO/OIC?
Military members may initiate contact with a CRSP or the CO/OIC within the 45 days of the event.
During the Pre-Complaint process for discrimination complaints, if resolution is not met within 15 days, what should happen on the 16th day?
But if the matter is not resolved with the Command within that 15-day period, on the 16th day the military member may initiate the pre-complaint process with an EO Counselor.
If an EEO/EO Complaint is raised and the command does not reach resolution by 15 days, what will the EO counselor do and how long do they have to do it?
EO Counselor has 30 days to inquire, resolve, or issue a right to file (RTF) a formal complaint.
How many days does an EO counselor have to inquire, resolve, or issue a right to file (RTF) a formal complaint after a command was unable to achieve resolution?
30 Days
If an EEO/EO Formal Complaint is filed, how many days does the Coast Guard have to complete a formal investigation.
180 Days
After the a formal investigation is completed for a EEO/EO Formal Complaint, who issues Final Action and how long do they have to do it?
USCG/CRD issues Final Action within 60 days.
What is the purpose of the TEMPSEP program?
The Temporary Separation (TEMPSEP) program allows Coast Guard active duty members to return to active duty after a temporary separation, allowing the member to focus on personal interests/issues they might be precluded from performing by remaining on active duty.
Who is the approving authority for TEMPSEP requests?
Commander (CG PSC-OPM/EPM-1) must act as approving authority to approve or deny requests for TEMPSEP.
Is a TEMPSEP request guaranteed?
Eligibility for TEMPSEP does not guarantee approval. Commander (CG PSC-OPM/EPM-1), must approve or deny eligible requests based on the needs of the Service and the member’s record.
Is a member who is not tour complete eligible for TEMPSEP?
Members who are not tour complete at the time of separation are ineligible.
Is a member who is on body fat probation eligible for TEMPSEP?
Members on a current body fat probation are ineligible. Members may be on an exemption or abeyance.
Can a member with three years of time in service be eligible for TEMPSEP?
Members with less than six years of continuous active duty service in the Coast Guard are ineligible. Service in another military service must not be creditable towards TEMPSEP eligibility.
Are E-3 and below eligible for the TEMPSEP program?
Members in the pay-grade E-3 or less are ineligible.
If a TEMPSEP is approved, can a member cancel it?
Members approved for TEMPSEP may request to cancel, prior to their separation date, their approved TEMPSEP agreement to remain on active duty or separate without TEMPSEP.
Can TEMPSEP be granted for Care of a Newborn Child (CNC) that is adopted?
This applies to both adoptions and to biological parents.
If a member of yours has a two year old and requests a TEMPSEP under Care of a Newborn Child (CNC), is this authorized?
The child must be less than 1 year old at the time of separation.