Physical Readiness Program Flashcards
Is Separation by Reason of Failure of PFA still a permissible reason to separate a service member?
No
If a Sailor makes E5 on the exam but then fails a PFA, discuss the stipulations.
Sailor does not advance to E5 until they pass a command-directed monthly FEP mock PFA.
They must remain enrolled in the command FEP until the next official PFA.
What are UTPs?
Universal Training Precautions–conducted to reduce the risk of exercise-related collapse and death
What are the signs of Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA)?
generally abrupt/immediate loss of consciousness
How does one treat SCA?
Check for absence of pulse, CPR, AED, EMS
What are the signs of Exertional Collapse Associated with SCT (ECAST)?
gradual slowing down, loss of smooth coordination, awkward running gait, complaint of weakness or cramping
What are the signs of Exertional Heat Stroke?
Similar to ECAST, but with elevated temperature and altered mental state
Who can ask for a Bad Day chit?
Someone who does not complete any portion of the PRT, fails, or demonstrates early signs of exercise distress
When must the Bad Day chit PRT be conducted?
within 7 days from medical clearance and within 45 days of the BCA
What happens if the sailor does not complete the Bad Day PRT?
must be screened by medical again. If no waiver granted (medically cleared), they will fail the PRT
Which PRT score is entered in PRIMS if a Bad Day PRT is taken?
Only the final PRT score
How long should sailors be afforded to acclimatize to warmer weather or higher altitude?
2 to 4 weeks
What is the gold standard for measuring environmental heat stress?
Wet Bulb Globe Temp (WBGT)
Briefly list the UTPs to apply to fitness tests.
(1) Accilmatization
(2) Progressive increase in exercise
(3) Drink water
(4) Rest-work cycle
(5) Avoid supplements, stimulants, etc
(6) Observe for 10 minutes post-exercise
(7) Treat early signs of distress
What demographic does Sickle Cell Trait (SCT) affect most?
African-Americans. 1 in 10-12.
What happens when an enlisted sailor fails their first PFA?
- -Issues NAVPERS 1070/613 via NSIPS
- -Enrolled in FEP
- -Not frocked or advanced
For an enlisted sailor’s first PFA fail, how can they be eligible to promote again?
By passing a command directed monthly FEP mock PFA, but will stay on FEP even if passed.
If an enlisted sailor fails two or more PFAs, what happens?
- -Ineligible to advance
- -Ineligible to reenlist or extend
- -adverse eval; SP
- -detailed as required
How does a sailor that’s failed at least 2 PFAs regain eligibility for advancement?
Must pass the next official PFA
If an officer fails their first PRT, what happens?
- -not eligible for promotion
- -issued a letter of notification
- -enrolled in FEP
How long are officers on FEP when enrolled?
Until they pass the next official PRT
How does an officer regain promotion eligibility after the first PFA fail?
passing the next command-directed monthly FEP mock PFAA
What happens if an officer fails two or more PFAs?
- -submitted to PERS-834 for ADSEP
- -adverse FITREP; SP
If SECNAV decides to separate an officer for PFA fail, when will they be separated?
- -PRD
- -date determined by SECNAV
whichever is later
If an officer passes an official PFA before a separation decision is made, what happens?
Processing ceases and a special FITREP may be issued to document
When must a BCA be conducted for all new check-ins?
within 5 working days
What makes a sailor eligible to validate the next PRT?
- -Pass BCA
- -Overall excellent low (no single event lower than good low)
If a sailor is exempt from the PRT, are they exempt from the BCA?
No.
If a validated sailor fails the BCA, what happens?
They must take the PRT if medically cleared
How long are post-partum sailors exempt for the PFA?
6 months following the return from maternity leave
Do pregnant and post-partum sailors have to complete the PARFQ?
No
How does one change a PFA record?
Letter of Correction signed by CO submitted with supporting documentation
Can a Sailor that has failed 2 or more consecutive PFAs regain eligibility for advancement or re-enlistment?
- Yes. They must pass one subsequent official PFA and must obtain the recommendation you (the Captain) for advancement and retention on their most recent Eval.
What if a sailor that failed the latest PFA passes the next PFA without another Eval cycle?
The Sailor may be issued a SPECIAL EVAL to restore the retention and advancement recommendations after the member passes the official PFA.
Upon reporting to a new command, how long is permitted before a BCA is required?
Within 5 working days
Who is the single point of contact on all PFA failure policy matters relating to NNPP personnel?
N133
What are the requirements for a Sailor be exempt from participation of the upcoming PFA cycle?
- Pass the BCA
- On the last PFA, the Sailor:
o Scores an overall Excellent Low
o No single event lower than Good Low - Must still participate in the upcoming cycle BCA
What are the 4 alternative cardio methods exist for the PFA?
- Treadmill
- Bike
- Swim
- Row
What are the requirements for post-partem Sailors?
Except from the PFA up to 6 months after their maternity leave ends
How long are Sailors permitted to execute maternity leave?
84 days
Are pregnant and post-partum Sailors required to complete a PARFQ?
No
What are the Navy’s BCA standards for males and females?
26% males, 36% females
What is the Navy’s “official weight management program”?
Shipshape
When does the maternity leave start?
Immediately upon birth or following release of hospitalization
Does the maternity leave get extended for multiple births i.e. twins?
Not if the multiple births occur within the same 72 hour period.
If a member gives birth but then gives her baby up for adoption, is she entitled to maternity leave?
Yes
If a Sailor fails 1 PFA in the past 3 years, what assignments does he/she lose eligibility for?
Overseas GSA/OSA OCS/Mobilzation PCU ships Recruiting duty EO advisor assignemnts Washington DC and Millington TN staffs Instructor duty
What are the 3 sections of the “Physical Readiness Program Operating Guide”?
“How to” Guide for running the PT program
FEP Guide
Nutrition Resource Guide
What does this instruction recommend for members participating in moderate activity (periodicity)?
2 hrs and 30 mins per week, plus strength training at least 2x per week to work all major muscle groups
How is physical fitness required to be integrated?
Into the work week
What are the 3 administrative parts of the PFA?
PARFQ
BCA
PFA Execution Event
What must occur if a Sailor incurs 2 consecutive medical waivers or 3 medical waivers in a 4-year period IRT the PFA?
Referred to nearest MTF for MEB
How many CFLs and ACFLs must you ensure your command has?
1 CFL (designated in writing) 1 ACFL per 25 crew members
Within how many days must your CFL team update PRIMS for those that have taken the PRT? What about those with waivers?
30 days / PFA
14 days / waiver
What are the requirements to be a CFL?
E6+ No tobacco EXC or OUTST on PFA Whtin BCA standards CPR qualified 5 days CFL certification course within 3 months of being a CFL
What are the responsibilities of the CFL?
- Quarterly updates to CO
- Semi-annual PFA
- Maintain the command instruction
- Run FEP/Command PT
- Ensure all ACFLs are CPR certified and smart
When an officer and an enlisted Sailor fail the PFA, what must the CFL ensure?
Enlisted – Counseling (Written)
Officer – Letter of Notification for PFA failure
Who maintains all failed PFA original documents, and for how long must they be retained?
CFL, 5 years
Discuss the LON process for officers.
1st failure, officer receives it. LON stays onboard ship.
2nd Failure, officer receives it. CFL forwards to PERS-313
3rd failure – same
How long does a CFL have to submit a Letter of Correction to OPNAV to correct PRIMS data?
1 year
How often is an individual Sailor supposed to periodically review their PRIMS?
Within 60 days of a PFA cycle
How much time must pass between PFA cycles?
At least 4 months
If you fail the BCA, are you permitted to participate in the PRT?
No
Can the CO waive any PFA requirements?
Yes, provided its for the whole command and based upon deployment / operational commitments
Whose approval must you have as CO to waive BCA (not the PFA)?
ISIC
Who makes the ultimate determination if someone could be a valid non-participant?
CO
Let’s say the deployment and operational requirements preclude numerous PFA cycles. How many can the CO waive before requesting permitted to waive another? Whose permission is required?
CO can waive 2
Echelon 3 CDR is required for any more than that (Fleet Commander)
What is the minimum amount of time that you, as CO, must notify the crew of a pending PFA?
At least 10 weeks in advance
What are the 2 PFA cycles?
01 Jan – 30 June
01 July – 31 Dec
What is “Proper Medical Clearance”?
- PHA (Annual)
- PRIMS
- PARFQ
A Sailor failed the last PFA. For this cycle, he is exempt for medical reasons. Does he still remain a PFA failure until completing an official PFA?
Yes
What are the only authorized reasons for NON-participation for the PFA?
- Medical reasons o BCA Waivers (Leg cast or brace) o PRT Waivers (broken leg) o Pregnancy - DEP/OP - Excused o Isolated duty (one of a kind, like at Facebook or something) o Acclimzatization o IA Duty o TAD if school is less than 10 weeks or the assignment permits zero means of doing a PFA o Leave (convalescent/emergency)
Discuss how a BCA must be conducted.
- CFL and trained ACFL/observer present
- Only a designated and certified CFL/trained ACFL can administer the BCA
Must the BCA be done if the CO declares DEP/OP excusal from the PFA?
Yes, unless ISIC permission is given
How long do CFLs have from the test date to edit existing PFA records?
60 days
(Essay) Discuss the PFA Failure Process.
- CO can give a Bad Day
o Individual must requested within 24 hours. If granted, it must occur within 7 days
o Entire PFA must be done
o If member is approved for BD but doesn’t do it, then the failure score must be entered into PRIMS - PFA Failure notification (written):
o Enlisted Sailor must be provided a written PFA notification within 30 days of the command’s completed PFA cycle
o Officers must receive LON within the same amount of time - Enroll member into FEP until next PFA is completed
- Member (officer or enlisted) is not permitted to be frocked or advanced until mock or official PFA is completed SAT
- If enlisted Sailor’s PFA is failed for the 2nd time in a row:
o Continue service until re-enlistment
o Ineligible for advancement
o Ineligible to re-enlist or extend service
o Will receive an ADVERSE Eval with SP - If enlisted Sailor’s PFA failed is the 2nd within 3 years:
o EVAL “Military Bearing” or “Professionalism” -> 1.0
o Mark SP and RETENTION NOT RECOMMENDED
o Include a specific statement explaining the grade in the Block 41/43 writeup - If officer’s PFA failed is the 2nd (consecutive) failed PFA:
o Submit the officer for ADSEP processing
o If SECNAV determines the officer is to be separated, this action will occur at the PRD of the officer
o Receive an adverse FITREP documenting the failures
o If an officer passes an official PFA prior to the decision of the SECNAV on retention or separation, processing will cease and the member will be retained upon notification to PERS-834. A special FITREP may be submitted. - If officer’s PFA failed is the 2nd PFA within 3 years:
o FITREP “Military Bearing” -> 1.0
o Mark for promotability is SP
o Include a specific statement explaining the grade in the Block 41/43 writeup
