RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2013-00491 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His 26 May 11 Fitness Assessment (FA) be declared void and removed from the Air Force Fitness Management System (AFFMS). ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: The contested FA was incomplete and even though he immediately went to the emergency room for evaluation, his commander still authorized his score to be entered into the AFFMS within the five day requirement. The applicant's complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A. ________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: The applicant is currently serving in the Regular Air Force in the grade of staff sergeant (E-5). In accordance with AFI 36-2905, Fitness Program, to determine overall fitness the Air Force uses an overall composite fitness score and minimum scores per three component areas: Aerobic Fitness (1.5 mile run), Body Composition (abdominal circumference measurement), and Muscular Fitness (number of push-ups and sit-ups completed within one minute each). Military members receive a composite score on a 0 to 100 scale based on the following maximum component scores: 60 points for aerobic, 20 points for body composition, 10 points for push-ups and 10 points for sit-ups. To determine individual composite fitness scores the Air Force uses age and gender specific fitness score charts. An unsatisfactory is a composite score less than 75 and/or one or more component minimums are not met. On 26 May 11, the applicant participated in the contested FA, attaining a composite score of 34.90. He did not complete the cardio component due to an unforeseen illness during the FA. On 3 Jun 11, according to documentation provided by the applicant, an AF Form 781, Multiple Item Prescription, was issued indicating the applicant was seen after having chest pains while performing the FA. The physician indicated that he feels the applicant should be able to retest. In accordance with AFI 36-2905, AFGM 2, paragraph 13, “if the medical evaluation validates the illness/injury, the Unit Commander may invalidate the test results. The Airman will then be required to retest within five duty days or when capable based on the recommendations of the medical provider/MLO and the Exercise Physiologist. If an AF Form 422 is required, an additional seven days will be allowed for the AF Form 422 to be generated and provided.” The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are contained in the letter prepared by the appropriate office of the Air Force, which is attached at Exhibit C. ________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPSIM recommends denial, indicating the evidence provided by the applicant does not conclusively support his contention. The applicant provided documentation indicating he was seen for chest pain and should be able to retake the FA; however, he has not provided documentation indicating his condition precluded him from achieving a passing score. Furthermore, there is no supporting documentation from the applicant’s commander indicating his/her decision to invalidate the contested FA. According to AFI 36-2905, AFGM 2, paragraph 13, “If an Airman becomes injured or ill during the FA and is unable to complete all required components, he/she will have the option of being evaluated at the Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) but his/her test will still count unless rendered invalid by the Unit Commander.” A complete copy of the AFPC/DPSIM evaluation, with attachments, is at Exhibit C. ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT’S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 18 Oct 13 for review and comment within 30 days. As of this date, no response has been received by this office (Exhibit D). ________________________________________________________________ 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 (OPR) and adopt its rationale as the basis for our conclusion the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice. While the applicant has provided documentation indicating that he sought medical care for chest pain associated with the contested FA, other than his own assertions, he has provided no evidence that would indicate that his commander’s subsequent decision to allow the FA score to be enterd into his record was somehow erroneous or constituted an abuse of authority. Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no basis to recommend granting the relief sought in this application. ________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; the application was denied without a personal appearance; and the application will only be reconsidered upon the submission of newly discovered relevant evidence not considered with this application. ________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2013-00491 in Executive Session on 23 Jan 14, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603: , Panel Chair , Member , Member ? The following documentary evidence pertaining to AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2013-00491 was considered: Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 17 Jan 13, w/atchs. Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records. Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPSIM, dated 17 Sep 13, w/atchs. Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 18 Oct 13. Panel Chair 2 DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE WASHINGTON DC 5