Posted on Jan 26, 2014
Can you flag for APFT fauilure during deployment?
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So there is an NCO I know that has allways had an APFT issue particularly the run. He seems to only be able to pass when he wants to see favorable action. He has been administered 5 record APFT during this deployment about 25 days apart with remedial PT in between when able (our optempo is very slow with plenty of time for PT). Now its the end of the rating period and im trying to figure out whether I can or cant flag him or if i even need to because it seems as if I will have to put needs much improvment in that block. If anyone has any advice or thoughts on the situation it's welcomed
NCOER
Physical Training
Flags and Vexillology
Posted 11 y ago
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I agree with Mr. Evans. Run this up to the 1SG and maybe the CSM. Just remember, YOU can't flag or bar anyone, you can only recommend, but the sooner your command team is tracking an issue like this, the better. Make sure you counsel this NCO on the possible outcomes of failing APFT's. It will be very important to have a paper trail no matter which direction this goes.
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SSG Lane,
As stated below ALARACT 163/2003 states that physical fitness should be conducted while deployed if mission allows. That being said ensure that you give a Record APFT IAW FM 7-22. If the Soldier fails it then it is your obligation to initiate a flag. Whether or not the commander signs off on the flag is up to him. Do not ever feel bad about putting a needs improvement on an NCOER if that is what the Soldier rates. We write our own NCOERS by our actions, be fair and impartial. Ensure that you talk with that Soldier and let him know the courses of action you are taking it might be enough for him/her to start making necessary changes.
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There is NO regulation that prohibits flagging action while deployed. Might be a BN or Company 'policy'…but that's about it. Is your CoC aware of his pattern?
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