RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS


IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2013-02983

	XXXXXXX  	COUNSEL:  NONE

			HEARING DESIRED:  NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His Fitness Assessment (FA), dated 14 Jun 13 be removed from the 
Air Force Fitness Management System (AFFMS).
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

He had a medical condition that precluded him from obtaining an 
overall satisfactory rating on the contested FAs.

The day after his FA he was seen by his medical provider.  They 
determined that he had a physical condition which precluded him 
from achieving a passing score on the contested FA.  As proof of 
his statement he has submitted a letter from his physician.

A letter from his medical provider dated 17 Jun 13 indicated 
that the applicant had a medical condition which prevented him 
from passing the cardio component of contested FA.  Furthermore, 
the physician recommended the FA score be invalidated. 

The applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at 
Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant is currently serving as a Technical Sergeant (E-6) 
in the Regular Air Force.

On 14 Jun 13 the applicant participated in the contested FA.  He  
received an unsatisfactory composite score of 34.50.  

A similar request was denied by the Fitness Assessment Appeals 
Board (FAAB) on 14 Feb 14.  The contested FA due to lack of 
supporting documentation (AF 422, commanders letter)

In accordance with (IAW) guidance at the time of contested FA, 
AFI36-2905 Fitness Program AFGM5 (3 Jan 2013) 2.10.4. Scoring 
for exemptions: Members with a DLC prohibiting them from 
performing one or more components of the FA will have a 
composite score calculated on the assessed components.  Members 
must achieve a minimum of 75 adjusted points, based on points 
available, and meet minimum component standards in order to 
receive a “Satisfactory” rating.  The composite score of the 
contested FA with the cardio portion removed is 86.25, 
satisfactory.

IAW AFI 36-2905_ AFGM5 (3 Jan 13), Attachment 1, Section 10, “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.  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 5 
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 7 days will be allowed for 
the AF Form 422 to be generated and provided.

IAW AFI 36-2905_ AFGM5 (3 Jan 13), paragraphs 2.3.2 through 
2.3.2.2 All members must complete the Fitness Screening 
Questionnaire (FSQ) prior to FA.  The FSQ should be completed no 
earlier than 30 calendar days, but no later than 7 days prior to 
FA to provide time for medical evaluation, when indicated; 
however, failure to complete FSQ does not invalidate the FA.  A 
medical provider must evaluate all members with health issues 
identified on the FSQ prior to the FA.  Member must notify the 
Unit Fitness Program Manager (UFPM) of the assessment/training 
clearance status from the provider.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPSIM recommends denial of the applicant’s request to 
remove the contested FA, citing the lack of commanders letter 
IAW AFI 36-2905, (AFGM5), paragraph l0b, dated 3 Jan 13. 

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 27 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.	Sufficient relevant evidence has been presented to 
demonstrate the existence of an error or injustice warranting 
partial relief.  The office of primary responsibility (OPR) 
recommends denial of the request for lack of supporting 
evidence; specifically, a letter from his commander requesting 
the FA be invalidated; however we disagree.  While we note there 
is no “Commander Invalidation Letter,” we give great weight to 
the letter from his medical provider stating that he did in fact 
have a medical condition that prevented him from passing a non-
exempt portion of the contested FA.  Additionally, we note the 
letter indicates that he should have been exempted from the 
cardio component of the assessment.  In view of this, we find 
the FA should not be declared void, but rather he should be 
exempt from the cardio component of the contested FA.  Should 
the applicant provide additional evidence to support his 
contention the entire FA should be declared void, we would be 
willing to reconsider this request.  However, in view of the 
above and in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no 
basis to do so at this time.  Therefore, we recommend his 
records be corrected as indicated below.
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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air 
Force relating to the APPLICANT be corrected to show that the 
Fitness Assessment, dated 14 Jun 13, be amended in the Air Force 
Fitness Management System (AFFMS)to reflect that he was “Exempt” 
from the cardio component.
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The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket 
Number BC-2013-02983 in Executive Session on 30 Apr 14, under 
the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

		, Panel Chair
		, Member
		, Member

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All members voted to correct the records, as recommended partial 
relief.  The following documentary evidence pertaining to AFBCMR 
Docket Number BC-2013-02983 was considered:

		Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 19 Jun 13, w/atchs.
		Exhibit B.  Memorandum, AFPC/DPSIM, dated 13 Dec 13, w/atchs.
		Exhibit C.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 27 Jan 14.




                                   
                                   Panel Chair