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What does ASAP stand for?
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Army Substance Abuse Program
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What is the mission of ASAP?
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The ASAP’s mission is to strengthen the overall fitness and effectiveness of the Army’s totalworkforce and to enhance the combat readiness of its Soldiers.
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What are the objectives of ASAP?
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Increase individual fitness and overall unit readiness. Provide services, which are adequate and responsive to the needs of the total workforce andemphasize alcohol and other drug abuse deterrence, prevention, education and treatment. Implement alcohol and other drug risk reduction and prevention strategies that respond topotential problems before they jeopardize readiness, productivity and careers. Restore to duty those substance-impaired Soldiers who have the potential for continued militaryservice. Provide effective alcohol and other drug abuse prevention and education at all levels ofcommand, and encourage commanders to provide alcohol and drug-free leisure activities. Ensure all military and civilian personnel assigned to ASAP staff are appropriately trained andexperienced to accomplish their mission. Achieve maximum productivity and reduce absenteeism and attrition among DA civilianemployees by reducing the effects of the abuse of alcohol and other drugs. Improve readiness by extending services to the total Army. Ensure quality customer service.
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What is meant by deglamorization of alcohol?
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Personnel will not promote any function glamorizing the use of alcohol through drinking contests,games, initiations, or the awarding of alcoholic beverages as prizes in contests
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What army Regulation covers ASAP?
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AR 600-85
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Is ASAP participation mandatory for Individuals that are command referred?
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ASAP participation is mandatory for all Soldiers who are command referred. Failure to attend amandatory counseling session may constitute a violation of Article 86 of the Uniform Code ofMilitary Justice (UCMJ).
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What will happen to Soldiers who fail to participate in or fail to respond successfully torehabilitation?
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Soldiers who fail to participate adequately in, or to respond successfully to, rehabilitation will beprocessed for administrative separation and not be provided another opportunity for rehabilitationexcept under the most extraordinary circumstances, as determined by the CD in consultation withthe unit commander.
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What are the ways that Soldiers can be identified as having a substance abuse problem?
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Voluntary (self-identification) Commander / Supervisor Identification Biochemical Identification Medical Identification Investigation and or Apprehension
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What are the objectives of rehabilitation with ASAP?
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Return Soldiers to full duty as soon as possible. Identify Soldiers who cannot be rehabilitated within the scope of this regulation and to advise theirunit commanders. Assist and refer Soldiers who cannot be rehabilitated in the ASAP to a treatment facility in thevicinity where they reside after discharge from the Army. Help resolve alcohol and other drug abuse problems in the family, with the ultimate goal ofenabling the Soldier to perform more effectively.
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What are the objectives of bio-chemical testing (also called a urinalysis)?
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The objectives of Army’s Biochemical Testing Program are to: Deter Soldiers, including those members on initial entry on AD after enlistment or appointment,from abusing drugs (including illegal drugs, other illicit substances, and prescribed medication). Facilitate early identification of alcohol and/or other drug abuse. Enable commanders to assess the security, military fitness, good order and discipline of theirunits, and to use information obtained to take appropriate action (for example, UCMJ,administrative, or other actions, including referral to the ASAP counseling center for screening,evaluation, and possible treatment). Monitor rehabilitation of those enrolled for alcohol and/or other drug abuse. Collect data on the prevalence of alcohol and/or other drug abuse within the Army.
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Commanders may direct drug testing under what conditions?
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Unit inspections. (either the entire or part of a unit) Search and seizures/probable cause. Competence for Duty. Rehabilitation. Mishap or Safety Inspection. Consent (specimen may be provided voluntarily by a Soldier). New Entrant. Medical.
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All ASAP referrals are accomplished by the Commander or 1SG using what form?
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Completing and signing the DA 8003 Referral Form.
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Can Soldiers that are enrolled in an ASAP rehabilitation program reenlist?
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Soldiers currently enrolled in the ASAP rehabilitation program are not allowed to reenlist.However, Soldiers who need additional service time to complete their enrollment may beextended for the number of months necessary to permit completion.
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Will Soldiers who are command referred to ASAP be flagged?
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Yes, IAW AR 600-8-2 (Suspension of Favorable Personnel Action (flags)).
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What Does ACS stand for?
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Army Community Service
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What does the ACS symbol represent?
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The heart= giving, the cross= help, the gyroscope= stability
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What is the ACS mission statement?
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The mission of the ACS center is to— Facilitate commander’s ability to provide comprehensive, coordinated, and responsive servicesthat support readiness of soldiers, civilian employees and their families. Maximize technology and resources, adapt to unique installation requirements, eliminateduplication in service delivery, and measure service effectiveness
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What Army regulation covers ACS?
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AR 608-1
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How is ACS staffed for the most part?
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By volunteers
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What is the motto of the ACS?
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Self-help, service and stability.
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Who qualifies for ACS?
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In the United States, the following personnel are eligible for ACS assistance: All active duty and retired military personnel and their family members, if otherwise eligible forservices. Members of the Army National Guard and U.S. Army Reserve when on active duty and theirfamily members, if otherwise eligible for services. Army appropriated fund (APF) and non-appropriated fund (NAF) employees and their familymembers, if otherwise eligible for services. Family members of prisoners of war or personnel missing in action, if otherwise eligible forservices. Surviving family members of military personnel who died while on active duty, if otherwise eligiblefor services.In overseas commands, the Commander will determine eligibility according to internationaltreaties and agreements.
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What can you do to help out ACS?
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Donate Staple foodstuff to the food lockers, useable household goods, and volunteer your time
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What regulation covers the ACES?
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AR 621-5
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What regulation covers Army Learning Centers?
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AR 621-6
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What are the goals of ACES?
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Develop confident, competent leaders. Support the enlistment, retention, and transition of Soldiers. Provide self-development opportunities for Soldiers and adult family members. Provide self-development opportunities for DACs. Provide self-development opportunities for DAC ACES professional and support staff.
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What does TABE stand for?
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Test of Adult Basic Education
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How much of your tuition does the tuition assistance grant pay?
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100%
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Name some federal financial aid programs available to Soldiers through ACES
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Pell Grant Perkins Loans Guaranteed Student Loans
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What are some of the basic services offered by the Army Continuing Education Center?
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1. Basic Skills Education Program (BSEP)2. Advanced Skills Education Program (ASEP)3. High School Completion Program4. Service members Opportunity Colleges Army Degrees (SOCAD)5. Veteran's Educational Assistance Program (VEAP)/Montgomery G.I. Bill (MGIB)6. Skill Recognition Programs7. Command Language Programs (Head start - Gateway)8. Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES)9. Education Counseling Services10. Learning Resource Centers
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What Soldier development programs does ACES provide?
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1. Functional Academic Skills Training (FAST).2. High School Completion Program.3. English as a Second Language (ESL)4. Mission related Language (Head start and Gateway).5. Mission required Language.6. MOS Improvement Training (MOSIT).
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What does DANTES stand for?
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Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support
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What does DANTES do?
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DANTES provides standardized testing services free to military personnel. Family members andcivilians may take DANTES tests but must pay for each test taken.
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Soldiers with a GT score of less than 110 should be referred to what?
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BSEP - Soldiers with a GT less than 100 are normally automatically eligible. Soldiers with a GTbetween 100 and 110 may be command referred
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Soldiers who begin their active service after what date are eligible to receive the new GI Bill?
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July 1985, but they are required to pay $100 per month for 12 months
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What does SOC stand for?
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Service members Opportunity Colleges
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What does SOCAD stand for?
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Service members Opportunity College Army Degrees
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AER closely coordinates with what other organization?
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American Red Cross
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What is AER?
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AER is a private, nonprofit organization to collect and hold funds to relieve distress of members ofthe Army and their dependents. AER provides emergency financial assistance to Soldiers (activeand retired) and their families in time of distress.
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What does AER stand for?
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Army Emergency Relief
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What is the Army Regulation that covers AER?
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AR 930-4
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Are you required to contribute to AER to receive help?
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No
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Who does AER help?
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Soldiers on extended active duty and their dependents. Members of the Reserve Components of the Army (Army National Guard and U.S. ArmyReserve) on continuous active duty for more than 30 days and their dependents. (This applies toSoldiers on AD for training (ADT) or serving under various sections of title 10, United StatesCode). Soldiers retired from active duty because of longevity or physical disability, or retired uponreaching age 60 (Reserve Components) and their dependents. Widows (ers) and orphans of Soldiers who died while on active duty or after they retired.
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How are monetary contributions made to AER?
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Cash, check or allotment
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When is the AER annual fund campaign held army-wide?
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March 01 through May 15
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How does AER provide financial assistance?
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AER provides financial assistance by either a loan without interest, a grant or a combination ofboth
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What is the purpose of AER?
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AER provides emergency financial assistance to Soldiers (active and retired) and their families intime of distress.
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What is the dollar limit on AER loans?
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There is no dollar limit. AER Assistance will meet your emergency need.
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Failure to repay an AER loan (unless repayment would cause undo hardship) will cause theSoldier’s name to be placed on an AER restricted list which is disseminated Army-wide. Whatdoes this mean for the Soldier?
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Individuals who appear on this list will not be approved for AER assistance without the specificprior approval of HQ AER.
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What is the AER Motto?
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"Helping the Army Take Care Of its Own"
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The minimum amount that can be contributed to AER through allotment is what amount?
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1 dollar each month for 3 months
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How is AER funded?
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Through Voluntary Contributions from Soldiers (tax free), through unsolicited contributions,repayments of loans, and income from investments.
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What is the purpose of the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program?
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The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program reinforces the Army’s commitment toeliminate incidents of sexual assault through a comprehensive policy that centers on awarenessand prevention, training and education, victim advocacy, response, reporting, and accountability.
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The Army's policy on Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program applies whereand when?
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This policy applies— Both on and off post and during duty and non-duty hours. To working, living, and recreational environments (including both on- and off-post housing).
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What are the goals of the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program?
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Create a climate that minimizes sexual assault incidents, which impact Army personnel, Armycivilians, and family members, and, if an incident should occur, ensure that victims and subjectsare treated according to Army policy. Create a climate that encourages victims to report incidents of sexual assault without fear. Establish sexual assault prevention training and awareness programs to educate Soldiers. Ensure sensitive and comprehensive treatment to restore victims’ health and well-being. Ensure leaders understand their roles and responsibilities regarding response to sexual assaultvictims, thoroughly investigate allegations of sexual assault, and take appropriate administrativeand disciplinary action.
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Define sexual assault.
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Sexual assault is a crime defined as intentional sexual contact, characterized by use of force,physical threat or abuse of authority or when the victim does not or cannot consent.
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Sexual assault includes what acts?
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Rape Nonconsensual Sodomy (oral or anal sex) Indecent Assault (unwanted, inappropriate sexual contact or fondling) Attempts to commit these acts
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More than half of sexual assault offenses include what?
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Alcohol
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Prevention of sexual harassment is whose responsibility?
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The Commander’s Responsibility
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Define the following terms as they apply to the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and ResponseProgram: victim, alleged perpetrator, and perpetrator.
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Victim - One who has been sexually assaulted.Alleged Perpetrator - One who has been accused of committing a crime (subject).Perpetrator - One who has committed a crime (offender).
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What is the Army’s policy on sexual assault?
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Sexual assault is a criminal offense that has no place in the Army. It degrades mission readinessby devastating the Army’s ability to work effectively as a team. Every Soldier who is aware of asexual assault should immediately (within 24 hours) report incidents. Sexual assault isincompatible with Army values and is punishable under the Uniform Code of Military Justice(UCMJ) and other federal and local civilian laws. The Army will use training, education, and awareness to minimize sexual assault; to promote thesensitive handling of victims of sexual assault; to offer victim assistance and counseling; to holdthose who commit sexual assault offenses accountable; to provide confidential avenues forreporting, and to reinforce a commitment to Army values. The Army will treat all victims of sexual assault with dignity, fairness, and respect. The Army will treat every reported sexual assault incident seriously by following properguidelines. The information and circumstances of the allegations will be disclosed on a need-toknowbasis only. This policy applies—1. Both on and off post and during duty and non-duty hours.2. To working, living, and recreational environments (including both on- and off-posthousing).
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If someone has been sexually assaulted, to whom may they report the crime?
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Their chain of command. Medical Treatment Facility. Military Police/Criminal Investigation Division. Chaplains. Social Work Services. Family Advocacy. Legal Services.
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Army Regulation 27-10 outlines the rights of crime victims, what are they?
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The right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and a respect for privacy The right to be protected from the accused offender The right to be notified of court proceedings The right to be present at all public court proceedings related to the assault unless the courtdetermines that testimony by the victim would be materially affected if the victim heard othertestimony at trial, or for other good cause The right to talk to the attorney for the Government in the case The right to seek restitution, if appropriate The right to information regarding conviction, sentencing, imprisonment, and release of theoffender from custody.
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What must Commanders do to implement and support the Army's Sexual Assault Preventionand Response Program?
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Ensure that assigned personnel (to include RC personnel under their jurisdiction) are familiar withthe Army policy on sexual harassment. Publish and post written command policy statements for the prevention of sexual harassment. Continually assess and be aware of the climate of command regarding sexual harassment.Identify problems or potential problems. Take prompt, decisive action to investigate all complaintsof sexual harassment. Either resolve the problem at the lowest possible level or, if necessary,take formal disciplinary or administrative action. Do not allow Soldiers to be retaliated against forfiling complaints. Continually monitor the unit and assess sexual harassment prevention policiesand programs at all levels within area of responsibility. Ensure all leaders understand that if theywitness or otherwise know of incidents of sexual harassment, they are obligated to act. If they donot, they themselves are also engaging in sexual harassment. Set the standard
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What are the categories of sexual harassment and give some examples?
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Verbal – Examples of verbal sexual harassment may include telling sexual jokes; using sexuallyexplicit profanity, threats, sexually oriented cadences, or sexual comments. Nonverbal – Examples of nonverbal sexual harassment may include staring at someone (that is,“undressing someone with one’s eyes"), blowing kisses, winking, or licking one’s lips in asuggestive manner. Physical Contact - Examples of physical sexual harassment may include touching, patting,pinching, bumping, grabbing, cornering, or blocking a passageway; kissing; and providingunsolicited back or neck rubs.
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What does EO stand for?
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Equal Opportunity
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What is an EOR?
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Equal Opportunity Representative
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What rank should an EOR normally be?
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SGT (P) through 1LT
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What are some of the special commemorations / ethnic observances listed in AR 600-20?
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1. January – 3rd Monday – Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday2. February – 1-28/29 - African-American/Black History Month3. March – 1-31 - Women’s History Month4. April/May - Sunday to Sunday for Week Incorporating Yom Hashoah - "Days of Remembrance"for Victims of the Holocaust5. May – 1-31 - Asian Pacific Heritage Month6. August – 26 - Women’s Equality Day7. September/October - 15 Sep.-15 Oct. - Hispanic Heritage Month8. November – 1-30 - National Native American Indian Heritage Month
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What Army Regulation covers the EO program?
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AR 600-20 chapter 6
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What are the goals of the EO program?
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1. Provide EO for military personnel and family members, both on and off post and within the limitsof the laws of localities, states, and host nations.2. Create and sustain effective units by eliminating discriminatory behaviors or practices thatundermine teamwork, mutual respect, loyalty, and shared sacrifice of the men and women ofAmerica’s Army.
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What are the three policies each commander is required to publish and post on equalopportunity?
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Written command policy statements for EO Prevention of Sexual Harassment Equal Opportunity Complaint Procedures
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Soldiers are required to have how many periods of EO training per year?
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4 (1 each quarter)
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Define the term ethnic group.
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A segment of the population that possesses common characteristics and a cultural heritagebased to some degree on: faith or faiths; shared traditions, values or symbols; literature, folklore,or music; an internal sense of distinctiveness; and/or an external perception of distinctiveness.
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Define the term racism.
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Any attitude or action of a person or institutional structure that subordinates a person or groupbecause of skin color or race.
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Describe minority group
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Any group distinguished from the general population in terms of race, religion, color, gender, ornational origin.
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What is sexual harassment?
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1. Sexual harassment is a form of gender discrimination that involves unwelcome sexual advances,requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature between thesame or opposite genders when— Submission to, or rejection of, such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term orcondition of a person’s job, pay, career, or Submission to, or rejection of, such conduct by a person is used as a basis for career oremployment decisions affecting that person, or Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s workperformance or creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive working environment.2. Any person in a supervisory or command position who uses or condones implicit or explicit sexualbehavior to control, influence, or affect the career, pay, or job of a Soldier or civilian employee isengaging in sexual harassment. Similarly, any Soldier or civilian employee who makes deliberateor repeated unwelcome verbal comments, gestures, or physical contact of a sexual nature isengaging in sexual harassment.
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What is an Affirmative Actions Plan (AAP)?
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A management document that consists of statements of attainable goals and timetables. Thisdocument is required of all Army organizations, commands, agencies, and activities down tobrigade (or equivalent) level. It is designed to achieve EO for all military personnel.
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What action does the Army take against off-post activities, including housing and publicaccommodations, which arbitrarily discriminate against members of the Army and theirdependents?
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Off limits or off limits sanctions may be applied.
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Who is the primary source for solving EO complaints?
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Your Unit Chain of Command
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What is the Army's written policy on EO?
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The U.S. Army will provide EO and fair treatment for military personnel and family memberswithout regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, and provide an environment free ofunlawful discrimination and offensive behavior. This policy—a. Applies both on and off post, during duty and non-duty hours.b. Applies to working, living, and recreational environments (including both on and off-posthousing).
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What is the primary channel for correcting discriminatory practices and for communications onequal opportunity matters?
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Chain of Command
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Does every unit have an EO representative?
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Yes, each Commander is required to appoint an EOR in the rank of SGT (P) through 1LT.
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What does AFAP stand for?
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Army Family Action Plan
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What Army Regulation covers the Army Family Action Plan?
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AR 608-47
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When was the AFAP program established?
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The AFAP program was established in 1983 as a result of the Chief of Staff, Army (CSA), 1983White Paper, “The Army Family.”
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The AFAP program creates an information loop between whom?
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The Global Army Family and Leadership. The AFAP provides a means for Army constituents toaddress and report issues of well-being concern to leadership at regular intervals.
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The AFAP program’s process of improvement begins where?
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At the local level, where an annual symposium is held to examine issues of concern thatdelegates believe need to be fixed.
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The Army family has been symbolized by the Secretary of the Army as an equilateral triangle.How is each side of the triangle expressed?
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Base: "Family of Components" (Total Force) Second Leg: "Family of Units" Third Leg: "Family of People"
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The philosophy toward the family, based on the Army Family White Paper, consists of threecritical elements. What are they?
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1. Partnership2. Wellness3. Sense of community
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What are some things that the AFAP does?
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Gives commanders a gauge to validate concerns and measure satisfaction Enhances Army's corporate image Helps retain the best and brightest Results in legislation, policies, programs and services that strengthen readiness and retention Safeguards well-being
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What types of programs are focused on in the "Family of Components"?
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Programs relating to the Active Army, National Guard, Army Reserve and civilian employees
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What type of programs are focused on in the "Family of Units"?
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Programs relating to the unique relationship of Soldiers to their units and unit ties to othercomponents of the command, such as squad to its platoon or the platoon to its company (battery)
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What is the basis for the Army theme, "The Army family"?
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A joint announcement signed by the Secretary and the Chief of Staff of the Army. Thisannouncement was based on the C/S white paper 1983
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What types of programs are focused on in the Family of People?
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Programs relating to all areas of concern to the service members and their families, including themilitary and civilian retiree
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What are some activities that the American Red Cross offers?
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CPR instruction, Blood drives, Swimming lessons, Communication services (by wire), Financialassistance, Counseling and referral services, Transplantation services, AIDS education, Healthand safety services.
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How is the ARC staffed for the most part?
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By volunteers
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What is the major service that Red Cross offers?
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Communication between Soldiers and their families for both problem solving and emergency(especially the notification or "red cross message")
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What Army Regulation covers Red Cross?
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AR 930-5
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What Army Regulation covers the Army Retention Program?
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AR 601-280
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What are some reasons that a Soldier may be ineligible for reenlistment?
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If the Soldier is barred or flagged and if the Soldier is enrolled in ASAP
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What is an SRB?
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Selective Reenlistment Bonus
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What is the minimum number of years that a Soldier must reenlist for to be eligible for an SRB?
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Three years
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Can a Soldier request separation if a bar to reenlistment is imposed?
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No
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Describe a Bar to Reenlistment.
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Administrative action initiated by the commander to prevent a substandard Soldier fromreenlisting or reentering the service
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A Bar to Reenlistment is reviewed how often?
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Every three months or 30 days prior to PCS / ETS
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Who can initiate a Bar to Reenlistment?
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Any commander in the Soldier’s chain of command
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Who is the final approving authority for a Bar to Reenlistment?
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A commander who is one approval level higher than the commanding authority
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Soldiers SGM and below who have not reenlisted under the indefinite reenlistment program arerequired to receive Retention Interviews. When are they done?
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Career Counselor: 30 days from arrival to unit Unit Commander 90 days from arrival Unit Commander 15-16 months prior to ETS Career Counselor 13-14 months prior to ETS Career Counselor 4 months prior to ETS Reserve Component Career counselor 90-120 days prior to ETS
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Who may lift a Bar?
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The same authority that approved the Bar may lift it with a written recommendation by the unitCommander
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What type of fire extinguisher must not be used on electrical fires?
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A water fire extinguisher
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Who is responsible for the Army Safety Program?
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It is the responsibility of each Soldier
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The word SAFETY is often associated with what term?
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Risk Management
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What accounts for the majority of accidents?
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Carelessness
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Accidents are reported in accordance with what regulation?
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AR 385-40
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Name 3 safety features commonly found in any barracks.
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Lights in stairwells Fire lights (emergency lighting) Fire extinguisher and alarms Arms room safety procedures First aid kits CQ Safety posters Handrails Storage of dangerous tools and chemicals
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What safety features are stressed in the motor pool?
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Reduced speed, no smoking except in designated areas, fire extinguishers in buildings andvehicles, proper utilization of tool safety equipment (goggles, safety toe shoes, etc.)
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How often are fire extinguishers in the barracks required to be checked for serviceability, andhow can this be determined?
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Once a month, a tag on the fire extinguisher indicating the date and initials of authorized unitsafety personnel
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What AR covers safety?
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AR 385-10
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Where on post can you find out how many privately owned vehicle accidents that were fatalhave occurred this year?
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A sign in the vicinity of the outbound gate on post
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Should there be a sponsorship program for a Soldier departing a unit?
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Yes
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What Army Regulation covers the Total Army Sponsorship Program?
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AR 600-8-8
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What is S-Gate?
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S-Gate provides information for incoming Soldiers entering the USAREUR Theater of command.An incoming Soldier can find out who their sponsor is and how to contact them. S-Gate includestheir pinpoint assignment, sponsor information, a welcome letter, a needs assessment checklistand links to other useful USAREUR web sites and regulatory information.
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What DA Form is used to transmit sponsorship requirements to gaining commands?
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DA Form 5434 or the Electronically Generated DA Form 5434-E
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How soon after the DA Form 5434 is received should a sponsor be assigned?
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10 days unless the sponsorship is declined
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What are the general rules for appointing a sponsor?
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The Soldier should be in a grade equal to or higher ranking than the incoming Soldier. Thesponsor should be the same sex (gender) as the sponsor. The sponsor should be familiar withthe unit or activity and community
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What are the six elements of the sponsorship program?
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1. DA Form 5434.2. Welcome letter.3. ACS Relocation Readiness Services.4. Reception.5. Orientation.6. Inprocessing
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The primary goal of the Army's QOLP is to promote the development of military groupcommitment and cohesiveness, is essential to what?
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Readiness (combat effectiveness).
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What are some examples of the QOLP?
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ACS / AER / ARC / EO Postal services PX / commissary privileges AFN radio and television MWR, education services Community sports programs Recreational facilities Banking services Clubs Gyms (physical fitness centers)
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What does QOLP stand for?
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Quality Of Life Program
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The Army's Quality of Life program is dedicated to the precept that the Army's number oneoperational resource must be taken care of. What is this resource?
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The Soldier
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Quality of Life needs and the programs and actions to address them, are categorized under twogeneral headings. What are they?
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1. Living conditions2. Duty environment
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Who is the senior enlisted advisor to the BOSS council, and approves members selected toserve on BOSS committees?
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The Installation Command Sergeant Major
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According to AR 215-1, what does the BOSS program provide?
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It provides opportunities for active duty Soldiers, with an emphasis on single and unaccompaniedSoldiers, to participate in physical, self-development, leisure, and educational related services.
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What type of program is BOSS?
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BOSS is categorized as a category B Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) program.
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How many officers are on the BOSS council?
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Three: President, Vice-President, and Secretary and Treasurer
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What is the lowest level unit that has a BOSS council representative?
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The battery/company level
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What are the 3 pillars of BOSS?
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1. Recreation and Leisure: Activities may be planned by the BOSS committee or by the BOSScommittee working in conjunction with other MWR activities. Service members will assume a leadrole in planning BOSS events. Events should be planned that meet the needs and desires of thesingle service member.2. Community Service: The BOSS committee may elect to participate in community programs orprojects that make a difference in the lives of others, in the community, and ultimately, inthemselves. The service will be voluntary in nature and in accordance with the installationvolunteer program. The program can be implemented in support of existing or establishedvolunteer programs or programs developed by the BOSS committee.3. Well Being: For single service members, well being includes those things that single servicemembers can directly or indirectly influence to enhance their morale, living environment, orpersonal growth and development. The well being issue identified or raised during the BOSSmeetings will be directed to the appropriated command or staff agency for resolution on theinstallation.
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What is CHAMPUS?
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Civilian Health And Medical Program for the Uniformed Services. It is a cost-sharing program thatis used to provide in-patient and outpatient care for dependants from civilian sources.
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What Army regulation covers CHAMPUS?
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AR 40-121
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Who is Eligible for CHAMPUS?
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Family members of active duty military personnel, family members of deceased or retiredpersonnel and retired military personnel and their family members under the age of 65.
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What does DEERS stand for?
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Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System.
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What is DEERS used for?
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To obtain dependent ID cards for eligible spouse and children
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What does NCODP stand for?
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Noncommissioned Officer Development Program
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What is the goal of NCODP?
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The goal of the NCODP is to increase and sustain NCO combat readiness and compliment theoverarching Army Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Program.
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As with all leader training and leader development, who is responsible for NCODP?
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The command.
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NCODP is typically managed by whom?
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The CSM or Senior NCO in the organization.
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What are some objectives of NCODP?
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Develop and strengthen the skills, knowledge, and abilities to train, deploy, and lead Soldiers incombat through battle focused training. Develop NCOs who are self–aware, adaptive, competent, and confident. Realize the full potential of the NCO support channel. Foster a unit environment that enhances continued NCO leader development and encouragesself–development as part of a lifelong learning process.
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What Army Regulation covers NCODP?
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AR 350-1 Chap 4
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What is the purpose of AR 350-1?
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This regulation prescribes policies, procedures, and responsibilities for developing, managing,and conducting Army training and leader development.
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In order to accomplish battle-focused NCO development, commanders and unit NCOs shouldfollow what procedures?
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Link NCO development to the current skill level and duty assignments Establish a viable unit level NCODP using unit METL as the vehicle to incorporate the followinginto each NCO's daily activities. Synchronize battle-focused NCODP as a component of operational assignments (experience)with the other two pillars of leader development (institutional training and self-development) Establish a systematic and continuous program Integrate the use of leader books (FM 25-l01, app B) to track individual NCO progress Emphasize coaching to achieve commitment to excellence in performance
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A successful NCODP will result in NCOs who can what?
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Demonstrate the skills of current skill level and duty position per AR 611–21 and DA Pam 600–25. Accept the duties and responsibilities of current rank and duty position per AR 600–20, AR 611–21, and FM 7–22.7. Enhance combat performance for the current and next higher rank and duty position per AR 600–20 and FM 22–100 (being revised as FM 6–22). Enhance combat leadership competencies for the current and next higher rank per FM 22–100(being revised as FM 6–22). Train themselves and subordinates to be proficient in METL tasks and associated critical tasksper FM 7–0, FM 7–1, and FM 7–22.7. Coach subordinates to be totally committed to U.S. Army professional ethics, Warrior Ethos, andthe Soldier’s Creed per FM 22–100 (being revised as FM 6–22).
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When was the NCO support channel formally recognized?
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20 December 1976
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What is Sergeant's Business?
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To train and lead Soldiers
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What is a Sergeant?
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A leader
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Explain the Chain of Command
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The succession of commanders superior to subordinates through which command is exercised
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Define responsibility
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Being accountable for what you do
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How does the Chain of Command support the NCO support channel?
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By legally punishing those who challenge a sergeant's authority
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Define duty.
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Duty is a legal or moral obligation to do what should be done without being told to do it
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What is the role of the CSM?
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Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Battalion commander
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How does a Commander exercise command?
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Through subordinate commanders
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When was the position of Sergeant Major of the Army established?
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4 July 1966
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Is the CSM in the Chain of Command?
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No (but he supervises the NCO support channel)
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What are key elements of command?
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Authority and responsibility
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What is the NCO Support Channel?
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It is the channel of communication that reinforces the Chain of Command
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What must a Sergeant have in order to accomplish Sergeant's Business?
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The skill, ability and leadership to train Soldiers for combat and lead them into combat
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Who is the only member of both your chain of command and your NCO support channel?
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Your first line supervisor; section, squad or team leader
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What does FM 6-22 cover?
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Army Leadership (Competent, Confident and Agile)
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What does FM 7-0 cover?
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Training the force
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Define leadership.
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Leadership is influencing people—by providing purpose, direction, and motivation—whileoperating to accomplish the mission and improving the organization.
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What is purpose?
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Purpose gives subordinates the reason to act in order to achieve a desired outcome.
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