RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2014-00538
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HEARING DESIRED: YES
APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
The Fitness Assessment (FA), dated 6 Jun 13 (actual test in AFFMS is 25 Jun 13) be declared void and removed from the Air Force Fitness Management System (AFFMS).
APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
The sit up component of the contested FA was unjustly administered by the Fitness Assessment Cell (FAC) representative.
After completing 37 repetitions of the sit-up component of the FA, the FAC administrator terminated the test 5 seconds early due to the applicants incorrect form. However, according to AFI 36-2905 A7.2.6, the sit up component of the test may be terminated for two reasons alone: when the member rests in the down position or when the member holds his or her knees while resting in the up position. Additionally, in accord with
AFI 36-2905, if the member does not complete the correct form for the sit-up then the member must be told what he or she is doing incorrectly and the incorrect sit ups are not to be counted. In this respect, the FAC administrator did not inform the applicant what he was doing wrong and does not have the authority to terminate a test for any other reason including incorrect form. Due to this error the applicant was unable to meet the minimum score of 39 repetitions.
In support of his appeal, the applicant submits a personal letter to the board, a memorandum from his commander requesting the FA be invalidated and a memorandum from the FAC administrator indicating that the test should not have been terminated.
The applicants complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.
STATEMENT OF FACTS:
On the date of the contested FA the applicant was serving in the Regular Air Force in the grade of Technical Sergeant (E-6).
On 25 Jun 13, the applicant participated in an FA, attaining an overall composite score of 82.40, which constituted an unsatisfactory assessment. The applicant was credited with the following composite scores: Cardio 11:43/52.40 points, Abdominal Circumference 27.00/20.00 points,
Push-ups 76/10.00 points, Sit-ups 37/0.00.
The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are contained in the memorandum prepared by the Air Force office of primary responsibility (OPR), which is attached at Exhibit B.
AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPSIM recommends approval to remove the FA dated 25 June 13, which was the actual test date in the Air Force Fitness Management System. IAW AFI 36-2905_AFGM5 (dated 3 Jan 13) Paragraph A7.2.6 "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." After a thorough review of the documentation provided by the applicant, there is sufficient evidence to support the applicant's claim. The Fitness Program Manager stated that she terminated the test due to improper form. With that being the case, the applicant's FA should not have been terminated, he should have only been told what he was doing incorrectly and the sit-ups done improperly should not have counted.
A complete copy of the AFPC/DPSIM evaluation, with attachments, is at Exhibit B.
APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 28 Mar 14 for review and comment within 30 days (Exhibit C). As of this date, no response has been received by this office.
THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:
1. The applicant has exhausted all remedies provided by existing law or regulations.
2. The application was timely filed.
3. The applicants case is adequately documented and it has not been shown that a personal appearance with or without counsel will materially add to our understanding of the issues involved. Therefore, the request for a hearing is not favorably considered.
4. Sufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of an error or injustice. We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case and agree with the opinion and recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility (OPR) and adopt its rationale as the basis for our conclusion the applicant has been the victim of an error or injustice. Therefore, we recommend the applicant's records be corrected as indicated below.
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS 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 25 June 2013, be declared void and removed from the Air Force Fitness Management System (AFFMS).
The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2014-00538 in Executive Session on Tuesday, 16 Jun 15 under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
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All members voted to correct the records as recommended. The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 27 Sep 13, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Memorandum, AFPC/DPSIT, dated 11 Mar 14, w/atchs.
Exhibit C. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 28 Mar 14.
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