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UNSATISFACTORY PARTICIPATION. Program Objective Terms Key Individual Responsibilities Administrative Procedures Administrative Actions Impact on Readiness Impact on Member. Overview. Encourage Full Participation Resolve Unsatisfactory Participation Problems Ensure Mission Readiness.
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UNSATISFACTORY PARTICIPATION
Program Objective Terms Key Individual Responsibilities Administrative Procedures Administrative Actions Impact on Readiness Impact on Member Overview
Encourage Full Participation Resolve Unsatisfactory Participation Problems Ensure Mission Readiness Program Objective
Unsatisfactory Participant Member whose absence is considered unexcused by squadron commander Unsatisfactory Participation Defined as having 6 or more unexcused absences from scheduled unit training assembly (UTA) periods Terms
Unexcused Absence Member fails to report for the UTA without prior approval Member is late for the UTA or leaves early without prior approval Member fails to comply with all provisions of AFI 36-2903, and the commander directs the member to depart the duty station for the infractions Terms
Commander Brief policies regarding unsat participation Ensure members understand their obligation for satisfactory participation Take immediate action to resolve unsat participation problems Fair and consistent Key Individual Responsibilities
First Sergeant Ensure members understand commander’s policy Review attendance roster for accountability Coordinate with supervisors regarding member’s absenteeism Notify commander of all unexcused absences Ensure unsat participation letter is sent to member Key Individual Responsibilities
Supervisor Attempt to contact unexcused member Inform first sergeant when attempts to contact member are unsuccessful Counsel member when necessary Member Plan to attend all required UTAs Notify supervisor in advance when circumstances prevent participation Make-up missed UTAs Key Individual Responsibilities
Notify Member in Writing After Each Missed UTA Memorandum sent via certified/return receipt US Mail Identify number of unexcused absences Explain consequences, i.e., demotion/discharge actions and cite references Explain acceptable corrective measures Administrative Procedures
Demotion Commander can initiate action after 6 unexcused absences Discharge Commander can initiate action after 9 unexcused absences Consider characterization of discharge Administrative Actions
Flawed Conclusion Regarding Readiness War-time planning Training Morale Sends a negative message to satisfactory participants Benefits/Entitlements Impact on Readiness
Career Effects Loss of time, pay and points Benefits/Entitlements Demotions Separations Impact on Member
First Sergeant Academy Our Job Is People, Everyone is our Business QUESTIONS? Integrity – Service – Excellence
Program Objective Terms Key Individual Responsibilities Administrative Procedures Administrative Actions Impact on Readiness Impact on Member Summary