RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2013-03983 XXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The push-up component of the Fitness Assessment (FA), dated 14 May 12 be invalidated. ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: The push-up component of the contended FA was unjustly administered by the Fitness Assessment Cell (FAC) representative. The FAC failed to inform her of incorrect push-ups preformed in accordance with (IAW) AFI 36-2905, Fitness Program (21 Oct 13) 3.8: If an incorrect push-up is performed, assessor will repeat the number of the last correct push-up and explain what is being done incorrectly. Instead of being told she was completing the push-ups incorrectly on the first incorrect repetition, the FAC waited until 5 push-ups into the test it inform the applicant of the uncounted repetitions. Additionally, the FAC waited until 45 seconds into the assessment to tell the applicant to “fix her body.” She has never failed an FA before or since the contested assessment. The applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A. ________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: On the date of the contested FA the applicant was serving as a Technical Sergeant (E-6) in the regular Air Force. On 14 May 12, the applicant participated in the contested FA, attaining an overall composite score of 82.80, which constituted an “unsatisfactory” assessment. The applicant was credited with the following component scores: Cardio – 14:12/52.80, Abdominal Circumference – 25.5”/20.00 points, Push-ups – 11/0.00, Sit-ups – 46/10.00 points. On 14 Feb 14, a similar request was considered and denied by the Fitness Assessment Appeals Board (FAAB), indicating the applicant did not provide any documentation from the FAC or the administrator. IAW AFI36-2905 21 Oct 13 3.8, The test assessor must read the push-up script to the member and demonstrate proper technique (A5.3) or may show the Air Force instructional video. If the instructional video is shown, script reading and demonstration is not required. This video can be found at: http://www.afpc.af.mil/affitnessprogram/index.asp. FAC augmentee or another member paired to accomplish muscle fitness components will monitor and count the correct number of push-ups. When members are paired off for the assessment, the FAC will oversee and spot-check technique to ensure accurate and safe assessment. The counter/monitor will count the number of push-ups out loud. If the member breaks correct form, the FAC staff/augmentee repeats the last correct number (e.g., one, two, three, three, four, etc.), as well as gives instruction on what was done incorrectly (e.g., you are not extending your arms fully, keep your back straight, etc.). Counter and FAC staff/augmentee will monitor the member from a position that allows observance of the member’s form and the arm angles. ________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPSIM recommends denial of the applicant’s request to change the contested FA in AFFMS due to lack of supporting evidence. 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, with attachment, was forwarded to the applicant on 4 Mar 14 for review and comment within 30 days (Exhibit C). On 19 Mar 14, the applicant submitted a rebuttal letter, email correspondence from the FAC, and an FA score sheet dated 29 Oct 13 (Exhibit D). _______________________________________________________________ THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT: 1. The applicant has exhausted all remedies provided by existing law or regulations. 2. The application was timely filed. 3. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of error or injustice. We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we agree with the opinion and recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt its rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice. While the applicant claims that the push-up component of the FA was administered incorrectly, she has not met her burden of proving the contested FA should be removed from her records. In this respect, we note the applicant has not provided sufficient documentation to include; witness statements corroborating her contentions; evidence from the FAC stating that the FA was administered incorrectly; and support from her chain-of-command recommending that the FA be invalidated. Should the applicant provide additional evidence to support her claim, we would be willing to reconsider her request. However, in view of the above and in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no basis to recommend granting the relief sought in this application. ________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; the application was denied without a personal appearance; and the application will only be reconsidered upon the submission of newly discovered relevant evidence not considered with this application. ________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2013-03983 in Executive Session on 21 May 14, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603: XXXXXXXXXX, Chair XXXXXXXXXX, Member XXXXXXXXXX, Member The following documentary evidence was considered: Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 20 Aug 13, w/atchs. Exhibit B.  Memorandum, AFPC/DPSIM, dated 3 Jan 14, w/atchs. Exhibit C.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 4 Mar 14. 1