RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2013-04136
XXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
The 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 received an unsatisfactory on the assessment due to an elevated heart rate caused by the medications he was taking at the time.
His physician validated the fact that the medications interfered with his heart rate and stated that the applicant should never have completed the 1.0 mile walk in the contested FA.
The applicants complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant is currently serving as a Senior Airman (E-4) in the regular Air Force.
On 14 Jan 13 the applicant completed the contested FA with an unsatisfactory score.
On 14 Feb 14, the applicants request was considered and partially granted by the Fitness Assessment Appeals Board (FAAB). The cardio component of the assessment was exempted resulting in an unsatisfactory composite score of 74.75.
In accordance with (IAW) guidance at the time of contested FA, AFI 36-2905_ Fitness Program AFGM5 (3 Jan 13), Attachment 13, paragraph 2, Any medication that affects the heart rate or the hearts response to exercise may invalidate aerobic components of the FA. Chronic medications should not be discontinued simply to allow the fitness assessment if this would adversely impact the members health or safety.
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 applicants request to remove the contested FA, citing the lack of a commanders letter requesting the score be removed. IAW AFI 36-2905 AFGM5, (3 Jan 13), paragraph l0b, "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."
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 28 Feb 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. 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. While the applicant has provided a statement from his physician validating the medications he was prescribed interfered with his heart rate and should never have completed the 1.0 mile walk component of the contested FA, he has not met his burden of proving the contested FA should be removed. In this respect, we note the applicants submission does not contain support from his commander requesting the FA be invalidated or an AF Form 422 exempting him from the contested FA. Should the applicant provide such evidence, we would be willing to reconsider his request. However, 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 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-2013-04316 in Executive Session on 21 May 14, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
XXXXXXXXXX, Chair
XXXXXXXXXX, Member
XXXXXXXXXX, Member
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Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 14 Jun 13, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Memorandum, AFPC/DPSIM, dated 5 Dec 13, w/atchs.
Exhibit C. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 28 Feb 14.
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