AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-01022
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
IN THE MATTER OF:
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
Her fitness assessment (FA) score recorded on 13 Feb 12 be
removed from the Air Force Fitness Management System (AFFMS).
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
She was not instructed properly on the sit-up portion of her FA.
She believes she completed 45 sit ups; however, only 31 were
recorded. After completing the FA, she declined to sign the
score sheet because the sit-up count was not accurate. She was
denied a demonstration of how she was doing her sit-ups.
In support of her request, the applicant provides an expanded
statement.
The applicant’s complete submission, with attachment, 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 second lieutenant (O-1).
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
(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.
Attachment 7, Muscle Fitness Assessment Procedures, of the AFI
states a complete sit-up is accomplished when the upper torso of
Composition
(1.5
mile
run),
Body
the member is raised off the floor/mat, the elbows touch the
knees or thighs, and the upper torso is lowered back to the
floor/mat until the shoulder blades touch the floor/mat. Elbows
must touch the knees or thighs at the top of the sit-up, and the
shoulder blades must touch the floor/mat at the bottom of the
sit-up. The hands must stay in contact with the shoulders/upper
chest at all times. Incorrect sit-ups (e.g., elbows do not touch
the knees or thighs at the top of the sit-up, shoulder blades do
not touch the floor/mat at the bottom of the sit- up, hands do
not stay in contact with the shoulders/upper chest at all times,
etc.) will not be counted. If an incorrect sit-up is performed,
assessor will repeat the number of the last correct sit-up and
explain what it is being done incorrectly. The member may only
rest in the up position. If the member rests in the down
position or holds onto their knees/legs while in the up
position, the sit-up component of the assessment will be
terminated.
On 13 Feb 12, the applicant participated in the contested FA,
attaining a composite score of 79.00, where a score of 80.00
points constitutes a satisfactory assessment. The applicant was
credited with 31 sit-ups and awarded 3.5 points out of a total
of ten possible points in this category.
On 18 Apr 12, AFPC/DPSIMC requested the applicant provide
documentation from her local Fitness Assessment Cell (FAC) staff
to substantiate her claim.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPSIM recommends denial noting the applicant failed to
respond to a request to provide additional documentation from
her local FAC.
The complete AFPC/DPSIM evaluation, with attachment, is at
Exhibit C.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the
applicant on 26 Jul 12 for review and comment within 30 days
(Exhibit D). As of this date, no response has been received by
this office.
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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. The
applicant contends that the sit-up portion of the contested
fitness assessment was incorrectly administered, resulting in
her not being credited with a sufficient number of sit-ups to
obtain a passing score. However, after a thorough review of the
evidence of record and the applicant’s complete submission, we
are not convinced the applicant is the victim of an error or
injustice. Other than her own uncorroborated assertions, she
has provided no evidence whatsoever for us to consider in
evaluating the merits of her case. Therefore, 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 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.
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The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket
Number BC-2012-01022 in Executive Session on 20 Nov 12, under
the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
Chair
Member
Member
The following documentary evidence pertaining to AFBCMR Docket
Number BC-2012-01022 was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 23 Feb 12, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant’s Military Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AF/DPSIM, dated 29 Jun 12.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 26 Jul 12.
Chair
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