The Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP)

Question 1

What document covers ASAP?

Answer 1

AR 600-85

Question 2

What is ASAP?

Answer 2

A personnel program that includes prevention, ID, education, and rehabilitation services. It includes nonresidential and partial inpatient care programs. The ASAP is responsive to the chain of command and supports the combat readiness of the Army.

Question 3

How are drug abusers identified?

Answer 3

1. Voluntarily (self-identification)
2. Commander/supervisor identification
3. Biochemical identification (urinalysis, breath test)
4. Medical identification
5. Investigation and/or apprehension

Question 4

Is a soldier still eligible for promotion, or an award if he or she is still enrolled in ASAP?

Answer 4

No. Soldiers enrolled in ASAP will be flagged for favorable actions

Question 5

Are ASAP services only available to military personnel?

Answer 5

No; dependents, and civilian employees (both appropriated and non-appropriated), as well as retired military and family members are also eligible.

Question 6

Describe the “Limited Use Policy” of AR 600-85.

Answer 6

It is a set of rules and guidelines designed to help the rehabilitation of the Soldier who self-refers to ASAP for substance abuse treatment.

Question 7

How often does the Army require drug testing of every active duty soldier?

Answer 7

At least once a year.

Question 8

Can a Soldier still self-refer after their name comes up for a urinalysis?

Answer 8

A Soldier may self-refer at any time until they have recieved an order to appear for a UA (or have knowledge of a pending test).

Question 9

What are the two tenets of ASAP?

Answer 9

Prevention and treatment

Question 10

What is the limit of blood alcohol content while on duty?

Answer 10

.05 percent or above.