RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2013-02580

	XXXXXX	COUNSEL:  NONE

			HEARING DESIRED:  NOT INDICATED
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

The Fitness Assessment (FA), dated 5 May 13 be declared void and removed from the Air Force Fitness Management System (AFFMS).  
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

She was involved in an abusive relationship, which caused a great deal of stress the days leading up to the test.  This stress caused a lack of eating and hydrating during the days prior to the test. As a result, she collapsed during the cardio component of the test, which precluded her from passing the contested FA.

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 Air National Guard in the grade of Airman First Class (A1C).

On 5 May 13, the applicant participated in a FA, attaining an overall composite score of 26.50, which constituted an “unsatisfactory” assessment.  The applicant was credited with the following component scores:  Cardio – Incomplete (INC)/0.00, Abdominal Circumference – 31.00”/20.00 points, Push-ups – 23/6.50 points, Sit-ups – 23/0.00 points.

A list of the applicant’s complete FA history is as follows: 

Date 
Composite Score
Cardio
Rating
4 Aug 2013
33.00
17:41/0.00
Unsatisfactory
*5 May 2013
26.50
INC/0.00
Unsatisfactory
14 May 2012
91.70
12:19/57.60
Satisfactory
* Contested FA

On 16 Dec 13, a similar request was considered and denied by the Fitness Assessments Appeals Board (FAAB), on the basis of “Insufficient evidence; specifically AF Form 422 and medical documents.”
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPSIM recommends denial of the applicant’s request to remove the contested FA in AFFMS due to lack of supporting documentation.  Specifically, there is no medical documentation supporting applicant’s contention of a medical illness/injury which could contribute to her inability to successfully pass the FA.  Additionally, there is no supporting documentation from the applicant’s commander invalidating the FA.   

DPSIM references AFI 36-2905, Fitness Program (dated 1 July 201 0) AFGM 5 (dated 3 Jan 2013) Paragraph 10. "If an Airman becomes injured or ill during the FA, he/she will have the option of being evaluated at the Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) whether they complete the FA or not. Before departing the test location,
Airmen must notify the FAC of the presence of an illness/injury.” Paragraph 10.a. If an Airman notifies the FAC of the presence of an illness/injury, the FAC staff (or UFPM where no FAC exists) will not input the scores in AFFMS for the time period specified below. For RegAF and AGR Airmen, the FAC (or UFPM where no FAC exists) will enter the FA results in AFFMS on the 6th duty day if the Commander does not invalidate test results or no response from the Commander is received within this timeframe. Paragraph 10.b. If the medical evaluation validates the illness/injury and provides supporting medical documentation, the Unit Commander may invalidate the FA results by notifying the FAC in writing. If the FA is invalidated, the Airman will be required to retest on all non-exempt FA components within five duty days from original FA test date. NOTE: Original FA will count unless rendered invalid by the Unit Commander. Paragraph 10.c. Airmen should notify their Commander within one duty day of the FA regarding the injury/illness to ensure communication regarding test validity with the MTF and FAC staff occurs prior to score entry into AFFMS.” 

The applicant did not provide medical documentation supporting her contention nor did she provide her commander's written recommendation for FA invalidation.

A complete copy of the AFPC/DPSIM evaluation, with attachments, is at Exhibit B.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

A copy of the Air Force evaluation, with attachment, was forwarded to the applicant on 10 Jan 14 for review and comment within 30 days.  As of this date, no response has been received by this office (Exhibit C).
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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 error or injustice for the FA dated 5 May 13.  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 its rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice.  In this respect, we note the applicant’s submission does not contatin any documentation to include; support from her commander requesting the FA be invalidated;  a medical evaluation letter from her medical provider indicating her condition precluded her from passing the contested FA; AF Forms 422 exempting her from the contested FA; or the Fitness Screening Questionnaire she was required to complete prior to completing the assessment. Should the applicant provide supporting documentation that would demonstrate that the FAC did not provide the correct briefing before the FA component took place and her inability to successfully complete the contested FA, we would be willing to entertain her request for reconsideration of her appeal.  However, in view of the above and in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no basis to void the contested FA. 
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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The applicant be notified that the FA dated 5 May 13, did not demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; 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-2013-02580 in Executive Session on 27 Mar 14, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

	Ms. XXXXXX, Chair
	Ms. XXXXXX, Vice Chair
	Ms. XXXXXX, Member





The following documentary evidence pertaining to AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2013-02580 was considered:

	Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 7 May 13, w/atch.
	Exhibit B.  Memorandum, AFPC/DPSIM, dated 18 Oct 13, w/atchs.
	Exhibit C.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 10 Jan 14.




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                                   Chair