Referral and screening record, which is available on form flow. Results of a command directed urinalysis test may be used as a basis for administrative action, including separation, but shall not be used as the basis for an action under the ucmj reference g or be considered in the issue of characterization of service in a separation proceeding. Immediate action is necessary to preclude further degradation of possible controlled substances in the system due to the passage of time. You are hereby designated as the urinalysis coordinator for the united states naval academy. During urinalysis testing days, aupcs will print the ndsp forms. Iaw air force manual afman 33363, management of records, and disposed of iaw. The ability or inability to use the test results for ucmj or separation purposes depends on the type of test, not on whether or not it is labeled command directed. Urinalysis is often done as part of a general health evaluation, but ua can also. As former military members, jag defense lawyers understand what you are going through and exactly how to handle your positive military urinalysis defense. Aug 06, 2015 if an air force member gets a positive drug test from a. Commander, navy personnel commandcommander, navy personnel. The purpose of this counseling is to inform pfc somebody that he tested positive for substance abuse, the potential consequences of his conduct, and to develop a plan of action for rehabilitationresolve. Identify those that cannot be rehabilitated what are the objectives of biochemical testing. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools.
Army substance abuse program concept and principles 17, page 1 army values and the warrior ethos 18, page 3 army substance abuse program eligibility criteria 19, page 3. Criminal law deskbook, winter 20112012, volume iv, special. You are directed to thoroughly familiarize yourself with and carry out the requirements outlined in references a and b. The observer plays a key role in the commands urinalysis program by preventing. Those dipsticks make a pretty good catapult for drops of eyeballseeking urine. Foster a positive command climate that discourages alcohol and drug abuse and is supportive of those who need assistance from the asap for problems related to alcohol and other drug abuse. Program success and will conduct urinalysis only when directed by the command upc or co in the upcs absence.
I understand that any individual refusing to submit a urinalysis sample or testing positive on a urinalysis test will be processed for disenrollment or dismissal from air force. Conduct unannounced unit urinalysis, as directed by the commander, or the designated. Iunderstand that anyindividual refusingto submit a urinalysis sample or testing positiveonaurinalysis. The role of the upc the substance abuse control officer saco or upc manages the command s urinalysis program and is an advisor to the commander on all matters relating to urinalysis, including marine corps policy and related procedures, collection, and. Soldiers selected and tested as part of a 100% or a monthly 15% 20% random testing will have a test basis of iu or ir respectively. Prepares dd form 2624 chain of custody form listing up to 12 samples on form. Random drug testing is a form of prevention and the evidence suggests that it is.
Rspmentatives of the criminallnvgtigatiop divijiun ccid, mcb camp pen. If an air force member gets a positive drug test from a. Commanddirected tests shall be ordered by a members commander, co, oic, or other officer who has succeeded to command per u. Uric acid calculi are associated with acidic urine. Direct the operations of the rrp and coordinate rrp policy with. Urinalysis coordinators submit the direct access user access. Commanding officers should consult with legal counsel to determine whether probable cause for a search exists and if so, order urinalysis testing in accordance with command search authorization procedures. Drug detection and deterrence program 2017 guide 3 urinalysis. When a drug test leads to otherthanhonorable discharge. A fitness for duty urinalysis may be administered to any. Det 630 cadet checklist below items must be completed to be. Nov 29, 2015 as an exception, the separation authority will approve separations with service characterized as honorable when the sole evidence of misconduct is command directed urinalysis results, which cannot be used for characterization of service, or when an administrative discharge board has recommended separation with an honorable characterization of. This form becomes part of a marines comprehensive assessment.
If you have been notified that you tested positive on a military drug test, you may feel like your military career is over. Although urinalysis is not recommended as a routine screening tool except in women who may be pregnant, physicians. In addition, positive results obtained from a command directed fitnessforduty urinalysis may not be used as a basis for vacation of a suspension of punishment imposed under article 15, ucmj, or a result of courtmartial. The military commander and the law is a publication of the judge advocate generals school. Aupcs will complete urinalysis program training on nko and will thoroughly familiarize themselves with reference a prior to executing duties as aupc. Urinalysis testing is an accurate identifier of offenders and serves as an effective deterrent against experimentation. It is one of the most helpful indicators of health and disease, especially, it is useful as a screening test for the detection. Email reports to the regional adco via chain of command. Urinalysis is a group of tests performed most frequently on random specimen. Chapter 5drug urinalysis testing for new accessions. Command directed tests be wary of the term command directed urinalysis. Immerse the dipstick completely in the specimen of fresh urine. Army commanddirected urinalysis results cannot be used for.
Use of soldiers confirmed positive drug test results 103, page 63. Always wear gloves whilst messing about with another persons pee. This article will provide an overview of behavioral health assets and recommendations for working with these assets. There are nine test basis codes used for urinalysis testing also known as the testing code,testingbasis, or the type oftest commander always orders the test and specifies the type of test the upl enters the test basis code on testing forms, and must do so accurately every time. In addition, not less than 15% of the company will be randomly. Title page, table of contents and list of references for us. Urinalysis tactics, techniques, and procedures ttp deputy. I understand failure to report for a mandatory urinalysis test will be considered an unauthorized absence ua and will result in individual command directed screening. Send comments and suggested improvements using the af form 847. Command authorization for search and seizure utitd st a les 0 f america vs. Drug detection and deterrence program 2017 guide 3. This publication is used as a deskbook for instruction at various commander courses at air university.
The command urinalysis program coordinator upc is responsible for the. Consider establishing probable cause in advance in. The urinalysis is a simple and noninvasive test that provides valuable information. Command forcecom forcecom will ensure we maintain the worlds best coast guard through a. Such results may, however, serve as the basis for referral of a member to a dod treatment and rehabilitation program and as. Positive military drug test military urinalysis defense. To eliminate drug use and abuse in this command, the commander will administer a 100% urinalysis not less than once every six months. The unit commander ensures the urinalysis program is conducted in accordance with. Behavioral health assets the bct has an army psychologist and a social worker organic to the unit and an embedded behavioral health ebh clinic that is an extension of the hospitals behavioral health. Jagman investigations handbook naval justice school 0112 publication ii2 investigated, a commander should discuss the matter with a judge advocate. Attachment5 departmentoftheair force air university aetc.
The primary upc must notify their immediate superior in command isic alcohol and drug control officer adco upon appointment. An exception to this policy is if the member is unconscious and unable to deliberately provide a urine sample. The army substance abuse program this mandated revision, dated 28 november 2016o implements army directive 201635,army policy on military service of transgender soldiers paras e4b2, e5h, and e5m. Forcecom enables mission success through leader development, training. Said another way, when the co of tpupcf directed the appellant to provide a urine sample, the commands representative, the.
Support substance abuse prevention campaigns and alcohol free activities in the unit and on the installation. Reporting positive command directed urinalysis test results processing of usar personnel for positive urinalysis results procedures involving incidents of obtaining services telephone services under false pretenses intelligence related investigations. Ca afidavits having been made before me by agenl lisa bra\dt, cid, mcb camp pendleton, ca, on 01mayl4. A commander should discuss his suspicions with the staff judge advocate before command directing the member to provide a urine sample. Statistical manual of mental disorders dsm 5th edition. Leader includes facts and observations prior to the conduct of counseling.
However, like most aspects of your command responsibilities, you can fail if you just wait for things to come to you. Memorandum for all assigned unit personnel subject. Investigative or apprehension what are the objectives of rehabilitation with asap. The purpose of your actions should be to preserve the legal situation until you can consult with your servicing judge advocate.