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 applicants 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 applicants 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 applicants 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 applicants 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
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