What options does this soldier have?

SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 10:03:33 -0500

I know an Army reserve PFC who recently had broken his ribs during rollover training (gunner) and also had sustained severe injuries back in basic. He still drills like everyone else, but cannot do PT currently. Even with the He walked in on the commander (LTC) who was laughing and talking about his "fake injury" to other enlisted soldiers and officers and how he (LTC) should break his ribs too. They became real quiet and walked out when they realized he(PFC) came in. They've also made him stay longer by himself to redo web based training when the certificate doesn't expire for 2 more years. Also they tried to withhold pay saying that he never completed AIT but he's been at the unit for 3 years and has the dd 1059/ certificate. There are more examples of things he is forced to do but this was the most recent.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 7 at 2019 10:13 AM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 10:13:54 -0500

Response by Lt Col Charlie Brown made Mar 7 at 2019 10:15 AM

Lt Col Charlie Brown — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 10:15:19 -0500

I would contact the IG

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 7 at 2019 10:49 AM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 10:49:20 -0500

Did you personally hear these conversation?
Raised eyebrows from someone claiming a LTC, or anyone else claiming someone didn't complete AIT, or any other course, when it is something that is easily proven, the Soldier should have had a Line of Duty (LOD) investigation completed for the accident, and if it wasn't done, he should request one, in writing.
Other than a possible failure to complete a line of duty investigation, there is no other IG complaint I see in this post.

Response by MAJ Javier Rivera made Mar 7 at 2019 2:04 PM

MAJ Javier Rivera — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 14:04:51 -0500

This is a very sensitive situation since it can turn into a SHARP complain and a service-connected disability. Back injuries are to be taken seriously; I Know since I’m suffering from them!!! He needs to make sure all of his medical issues are properly documented to include any civilian care and package them in a logical order. Regarding the chain of command, based on the information you stated, he has enough for an informal IG inquire. The sooner the better!

Response by 1SG Timothy Lincoln made Mar 8 at 2019 7:22 PM

1SG Timothy Lincoln — Fri, 08 Mar 2019 19:22:45 -0500

Ol school would assign him to R&U for the company 1SG or better yet the CSM. This task is more important than most think. If monitored and "led" by the proper NCOs. Supervised by CSM. The troop should visit the installation plaque shop or wood working shop. Just cause he can't ruck and hump like you don't mean he's a dirtbag. R &U class is a big deal only if the soldier wants to help his unit. Otherwise, brass and all the high speeds are dirty diapers mainly. The BAR is the alternative