RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2012-05762
		COUNSEL: NONE
		HEARING DESIRED: NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His Fitness Assessments (FAs) dated 4 and 5 Dec 12, be corrected 
in the Air Force Fitness Management System (AFFMS). 

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

On 4 Dec 12, his Abdominal Circumference (AC) measurement was 
done incorrectly.  The test administrator measured his AC at 
40.5 inches, 40.5 inches and 40 inches, respectively, which 
resulted in an automatic failure.  The 30 Space Wing Fitness 
Assessment Cell (FAC) would not allow him to take another 
“official” AC measurement that same day, so he retook the test on 
5 Dec 12.  The Joint Functional Component Command for Space 
(JFCC-Space) Unit Fitness Program Manager (UFPM) administered an 
“unofficial” taping and his AC was measured at 39 inches. 

On 5 Dec 12, the same test administrator measured his abdomen at 
38 inches, 38 inches, and 38 inches, respectively.  

Completing the test on two consecutive days resulted in lower 
scores and his failure to meet the minimum number of sit-ups. 

In support of his request, the applicant provides copies of his 
FA history report and fitness score sheets. 

The applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at 
Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant is currently serving in the Regular Air Force in 
the grade of major. 

On 4 Dec 12, the applicant took his FA; however, he did not meet 
the minimum requirement for the AC component with a measurement 
of “40.”  On the same day, his commander approved his request to 
retest within the 42 day reconditioning period in accordance with 
(IAW) AFI 36-2905, Fitness Program.

On 5 Dec 12, the applicant retested and achieved an overall score 
of 59.2, unsatisfactory. 

The following is a summary of the applicant’s previous FA scores:

Date     Cardio   AC (in)  Push- Sit-   Composite Fitness 
         Results  Score    Ups   Ups    Score	Score Lvl

2/26/13  44.90    15.80    8.70   10.00   79.40     Sat
*12/5/12  39.30   14.40    5.50   0.00    59.20     Unsat
*12/4/13  54.80   0.00     8.80   8.00    71.60     Unsat 
6/28/12  54.80    12.60    8.80   10.00   86.20     Sat
12/15/11 54.80    13.50    Exempt Exempt  85.38     Sat
12/8/10  56.60    17.00    8.70   9.40    91.70     Excellent

*Contested FAs.

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPSIM recommends denial.  DPSIM states that IAW AFI 36-
2905, “Unit commanders may not mandate airmen retest any sooner 
than the end of the 90-day reconditioning period; however, 
airmen may volunteer to do so.  Retesting in the first 42 days 
after an unsatisfactory FA requires unit commander approval 
since recognized medical guidelines recommend 42 days as the 
minimum timeframe to recondition from unsatisfactory to 
satisfactory status in a manner that reduces risk of injury.”  
This guidance indicates that members have the option to test 
prior to the 42-day reconditioning period; however, testing 
prior may put the member at risk of injury.

It appears the applicant elected to retest the very next day, 
consequently putting himself at risk of injury.  

DPSIM states that 24 hours is not enough time to recover upon 
completion of a FA, as evidenced by the applicant’s inability to 
complete the sit-up component on 5 Dec 12.

There is insufficient evidence to support removing the 4 Dec 12, 
FA.  The applicant was not mandated to take the 5 Dec 12 FA; 
however, he elected to and the commander approved a retest 
within 24 hours of his previous assessment.

The complete DPSIM evaluation is at Exhibit B.

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the 
applicant on 6 Sep 13, for review and comment within 30 days 
(Exhibit C).  As of this date, this office had not received a 
response

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THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:

1.  The applicant has exhausted all remedies provided by 
existing law or regulations.
 
2.  The application was timely filed.

3.  Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to 
demonstrate the existence of an error or injustice.  We took 
notice of the applicant’s complete submission in judging the 
merits of the case; however, we agree with the opinion and 
recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility 
and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis of our conclusion 
that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or 
injustice.  In view of the above and in the absence of evidence 
to the contrary, we find no basis to recommend granting the 
relief sought in this application.

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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not 
demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; that 
the application was denied without a personal appearance; and 
that the application will only be reconsidered upon the 
submission of newly discovered relevant evidence not considered 
with this application. 

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The following members of the Board considered BC-2012-05762 in 
Executive Session on 17 Dec 13, under the provisions of AFI 36-
2603:

			Panel Chair
			Member
      Member





The following documentary evidence pertaining to AFBCMR Docket 
Number BC-2012-05762 was considered:

Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 7 Dec 12, w/atchs.
   Exhibit B.  Letter, AFPC/DPSIM, dated 12 Aug 13.
   Exhibit C.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 6 Sep 13.




		
		Panel Chair