EIGHTH ARMY BLUE BOOK
“We are Eighth Army Strong...and Getting Stronger!” APO AP, 96205 14 March 2014
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MEMORANDUM FOR All Leaders and Soldiers Assigned to the Eighth Army SUBJECT: Eighth Army Pacific Victors Bluebook 1. Eighth Army will remain the United States Army’s decisive ground combat force from Platoon to Combined Joint Task Force Headquarters on the Korean Peninsula. We are ready to rapidly respond to any crisis and dominate any situation. We are reliable—the force of choice— versatile and able to operate in all environments and terrain. We are prepared whether the situation requires lethal force, humanitarian assistance, building partner nation capacity or support to civil authorities. We will honor our commitments to take care of Soldiers, Families, and to be a good neighbor in the local community. Compliance with standards and maintaining individual readiness is vital to achieving these priorities. 2. These Bluebook standards are basic expectations that contribute to the discipline and uniformity expected of all Eighth Army Soldiers and Leaders. These standards are also an important element that leads to pride in one’s self and unit. Soldiers must project an image which leaves no doubt that they live by a common military standard and that they are selfdisciplined to voluntarily maintain or exceed that standard. 3. This Pacific Victors Bluebook is intended to complement Army and Command Regulations and Policies. The information contained in this book does not supersede existing or future regulations or policies. It serves as a method for challenging and demanding performance in each of us in order to strengthen trust, meet standards, and establish a basis for on-the-spot corrections and performance counseling. 4. We are America’s premier trained and ready Army Headquarters on the Korean Peninsula and adherence to these standards will ensure that we continue the legacy of excellence as the very best of our Nation’s Warrior class always ready to “Fight Tonight”. 6. The point of contact for this memorandum is CSM Ray A. Devens, Eighth Army Command Sergeant Major at 723-5410. Pacific Victors!
RAY A. DEVENS CSM, USA Eighth Army Command Sergeant Major
BERNARD S. CHAMPOUX Lieutenant General, US Army Commanding General
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Eighth Army
Personnel – General
Standards
Headquarters, Eighth Army APO AP, 96205 21 March 2014
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UNCLASSIFIED Personnel–General Standards
FOR THE COMMANDER:
Tommy R. Mize Colonel, GS Chief of Staff _____________________ Summary. This pamphlet provides information to educate and inform all uniformed Service Members of the Eighth Army and Major
Subordinate Commands regarding specific policies. Applicability. This book applies to all United States Service Members, Active, Reserve, and National Guard assigned to Eighth Army or training on the Korean Peninsula. Proponent and Exception Authority. The proponent is the Eighth Army Command Sergeant Major. The
exception authority does not apply to this publication. Distribution. This publication is distributed through the following Eighth Army website: http://8tharmy.korea.army. mil Restrictions. There are no restrictions.
Contents 1. Purpose……………………………………………………………………………………………. 4 2. Applicability ……………………………………………………………………………………….4 3. Responsibilities …………………………………………………………………………………..4 4. References …………………………………………………………………………………………4 5. Eighth Army Mission …………………………………………………………………………….4 6. Eighth Army Command Team……………….………………………………………………….5 7. Eighth Army History ……………………………………………………………………….…….8 8. Physical Readiness Training/IPFU .....................................................................................14 9. Training ……………………….……………………………………………………………………15 10. Soldier Appearance...........................................................................................................17 11. ACU Uniform Standards …………………………………..………………………………… 20 12. Cold Weather Uniforms and ………………………………….....………………………… 23 13. Off Duty Appearance ………………………………………………………………………… 23 14. Conduct ………………………………………………………………………………………… 24 15. Ration Control …………………………………………………………………………………. 27 16. Military Courtesy ……………………………………………………………………………… 28 17. Single Soldier Barracks Policy …………………………………………………………….. 30 18. Inspector General (IG) ………………………………………………………………………. 31 19. Equal Opportunity ……………………………………………………………………….….. 31 20. Open Door Policy ……………………………………………………………………………. . 31 21. Relationships Between Soldiers of Different Ranks …………………………………… 31 22. SHARP …………………………………………………………………………………………. 32 23. Hazing ………………………………………………………………………………………….. 33 24. KATUSA Program ……………………………………………………….............................. 33 3
25. Operational Security (OPSEC) …………………………………………………………….. 34 26. Leaves and Passes …………………………………………………………………………… 35 Appendix A Army Song ................................................................................................. 35 Appendix B Rank Structures ………………………………………………………………. 36 Appendix C SHARP Checklist ……………………………………………………………… 39
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Purpose
This Bluebook is designed to better inform Soldiers, Noncommissioned Officers, and Officers of Eighth Army about basic standards for individual discipline, appearance, conduct, and military courtesy as established by Army Regulations and policies. All Military Members assigned to Eighth Army are expected to meet these standards each day. 2.
Applicability
This pamphlet applies to all United States Service Members assigned to the Eighth Army. Eighth Army Soldiers who reside on other installations will comply with the host installation standards and policies should policies conflict. 3.
Responsibilities
Commanders and leaders are held responsible to ensure Soldiers present a neat appearance and conduct themselves professionally both on and off duty. Soldiers will take pride in their appearance and conduct themselves properly at all times. Leaders are required to read and understand this pamphlet, brief their Soldiers and enforce these standards. Leaders will ensure all Soldiers receive, and have on their person, a copy of this pamphlet or digital copy on smart phone while in a service uniform. 4.
References
The following references were used while creating this pamphlet however, future changes in Army policy and regulations will supersede unless otherwise notified. a. AR190-5, Motor Vehicle Traffic Supervision. b. AR190-13, The Army Physical Security Program. c. AR 600–9, The Army Body Composition Program, 28JUN13. d. AR 600–20, Army Command Policy. e. AR 600-25, Salutes, Honors, and Visits of Courtesy. 24SEP04. f. AR 670–1, Wear and Appearance of Army Uniforms and Insignia. RAR 11MAY12. g. FM 3-22.9, Rifle Marksmanship M16-/M4-Series Weapons, 12AUG08 w/ C1 10FEB11. h. FM 7-22, Army Physical Readiness Training, October 2012. i. Eighth Army “Fitness Forum”- http://8tharmy.korea.army.mil/fitness.asp j. Eighth Army Policy Letters (Good Order and Discipline) 5.
Eighth Army Mission
The Eighth Army deters North Korean aggression against the Republic of Korea (ROK). Should deterrence fail, Eighth Army, via the 2ID, leads Non-Combatant Evacuation Operations (NEO), and generates combat power for USFK/UNC/CFC decisive operations in the Korea Theater of Operations.
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Eighth Army Command Group
a. Eighth Army Commanding General
Lieutenant General Bernard S. Champoux Commanding General, Eighth Army Lieutenant General Bernard (Bernie) Champoux was born at Fort Bragg, North Carolina and received his BA in Sociology from Saint Anselm College, Manchester, New Hampshire in 1976. Commissioned into the Infantry through Officers Candidate School in 1977, LTG Champoux’s military education includes the Infantry Officer Basic Course, Armor Officer Advanced Course, Command and General Staff College, US Army War College, Joint General Officers’ CAPSTONE Course, and the Army Strategic Leader Development Program. He has served in command and staff assignments from platoon through division in light, mechanized, and motorized Infantry, and spent multiple tours with the U.S. Army Rangers. LTG Champoux commanded two Ranger companies; the 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry (Wolfhounds), 25th Infantry Division (Light), Schofield Barracks, Hawaii; and the 2d Brigade (Commando), 10th Mountain Division (Light), Fort Drum, New York. LTG Champoux commanded the 25th Infantry Division, February 2010-April 2012, and deployed the Headquarters, December 2010 to December 2011 as the last Division Headquarters in Iraq during OPERATION NEW DAWN. Among staff assignments, he was a battalion and regiment Operations Officer (S3) three times, and a battalion, brigade and regiment Executive Officer (XO). Additionally, he served as the Executive Officer to the Commander-in-Chief, United States Southern Command, Miami, Florida and as the Executive Assistant to the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Washington, DC. LTG Champoux was the Assistant Division Commander for Operations, 25th Infantry Division (Light) and the Deputy Commanding General for Operations, Combined Joint Task Force 76, Afghanistan. He returned to Afghanistan and served as both the Deputy Commander for Security and the Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations, International Security and Assistance Force (ISAF). He has also served as both the Deputy Chief, and the Chief of Legislative Liaison, Office of the Secretary of the Army. LTG Champoux assumed duties as the Assistant Chief of Staff, U3, for United Nations Command; Combined Forces Command C3; and United States Forces Korea J3, on 2 May 2012. LTG Champoux assumed command of Eighth Army and became the chief of staff for United Nations Command, Combined Forces Command U.S. Forces Korea on June 27, 2013. LTG Champoux’s operational deployments include UPHOLD DEMOCRACY (Haiti–1994), PACIFIC HAVEN (Guam-1996), TASK FORCE EAGLE (Bosnia-Herzegovina, 1999-2000), OPERATION ENDURING FREEDOM (Afghanistan, 2004-2005, and 2007-2008), and OPERATION NEW DAWN (Iraq, 2010-2011).
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b. Eighth Army Command Sergeant Major Command Sergeant Major RAY A. DEVENS Command Sergeant Major, Eighth Army APO AP 96205 Since: July 2013
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EDUCATION: Matanuska-Susitna College , Alaska – 13 years MILITARY SCHOOLS: PLDC 1SG Course Airborne (ABN) School Jump Master US Army Combat Diver Ranger Course SOF Breacher Course SF Assessment and Selection International LRRPS Patrol International LRRPS Recce Malaysian Combat Survival
BNCOC USASMA (CL-53) ABN Jump Master Pathfinder Course US Navy Diver Course Air Assault Course SOF Advanced Firearms SV-91 HR-SERE Course FIM-92 Stinger Course JIEDDO C-IED course Key Stone Course
ANCOC Battle Staff Military Free Fall (MFF)MFF German Paratrooper Course British Paratrooper Course SOF Target-Interdiction SERE Level-C Course Jungle Ops Tng Course Evasive Driving Course Malaysian Combat Tracker
FOREIGN LANGUAGE: None LEADERSHIP ASSIGNMENTS: 1982-83: 90mm RR Gunner- 1/75th Ranger Regiment, HAAF, Georgia 1983-85: Rifle Team Leader- 1/75th Ranger Regiment, HAAF, Georgia 1985-87: Rifle Squad Leader-1/75th Ranger Regiment, HAAF, Georgia 1987-88: PSG- 5-14th INF “Golden Dragons” 25th INF DIV 1988-91: Pre-Ranger Instructor- 25th INF DIV, Schofield Barracks, HI 1991-93: PSG- 3/75th Ranger Regiment, Fort Benning, Georgia 1993-95: OPS SGT-75th Ranger Regiment (RIP), Fort Benning, Georgia 1995-98: 1SG- 75th Ranger RRD, Fort Benning, Georgia 1998-2000: 1SG- V Corps LRRC (E Co. 51st ABN), Darmstadt, Germany 2000-02: Bn Adv- 297th Infantry (Scout), Alaska NG BN Operations 2002-03: USASMA (Class-53 6
2003-05: OPS SGM ((a)CSM)- 1/75th Ranger Regiment, HAAF, Georgia; 2005-07: Sqdn CSM- Asymmetric Warfare Group , Fort Meade, MD 2007-10: Group CSM- Asymmetric Warfare Group , Fort Meade, MD 2010-11: G3 SGM with I Corps, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 2011-13: Division CSM- 25th Infantry Division, Schofield Barracks, HI 2013-Present: Army CSM- Eighth Army, Yongsan, Korea DEPLOYMENT OPERATIONS: 1983: Operation Urgent Fury, Grenada 1993: Operation Gothic Serpent, Somalia 1998: Operation Joint Endeavour, Bosnia-Herzegovina 1999: Operation Noble Anvil, Albania 2000: Operation Allied Force, Kosovo 2003 to 2010: Operation Enduring Freedom (II thru IX), Afghanistan 2003 to 2010: Operation Iraqi freedom (I thru X), Iraq 2011: Operation New Dawn, Iraq AWARDS/BADGES: Legion of Merit (1 x oak leaf ) Bronze Star (1 x oak leaf ) JCOM ARCOM (3 x oak leaf cluster) Army GC Medal (9th x award) AAM (2 x oak leaf) Afghn C Medal (1 star) AFE Medal (Spearhead / 2 x star) GWTE Medal GWT Medal OSS Ribbon(2 x oak leaf) NATO Ribbon (Bosnia) NATO Ribbon (Kosovo) USNG Alaska COM CIB (1 x star) Master Parachutist Badge Master Military Freefall Badge; Combat Diver Badge British Parachutist Wing Malaysian Combat Tracker Tab German Parachutist Wing Irish Paratrooper Wing Presidential Unit Citation (Grenada) Valorous Unit Award (Somalia) Joint Meritorious Unit Award (Somalia) Meritorious Unit Commendation (1 x oak leaf) (Iraq/Afghanistan)
MSM (6 x oak leaf) NDS Medal NCOPD Ribbon (# 4) Iraq C Medal (1 star) UNOSOM (Somalia) Army Service Ribbon EIB Ranger Tab Pathfinder Badge Air Assault Badge Pentagon Staff Badge
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7. Eighth Army History. a. History of 8A. The Eighth U.S. Army was officially activated in the continental United States on June10, 1944, and ordered to the Pacific where, under the command of Lt. Gen. Robert L. Eichelberger, it earned the sobriquet of "Amphibious Eighth" while making more than 60 "island-hopping" assaults. Occupational forces landed peacefully on August 30. First the northern portion and, after January 1, 1946, all of Japan Forces in Korea came under Eighth Army’s jurisdiction. On June 25, 1950. North Korean troops, spearheaded by Russian-built tanks, invaded the Republic of Korea. General MacArthur turned to the Eighth Army to stop the communist advance. Elements of the 24th Infantry Division entered Korea on June 30, 1950, establishing their headquarters at Taejon. U.S. Army forward forces -- Task Force Smith -- were badly bloodied in a gallant, but unsuccessful, stand north of Osan on July 5, 1950 -- the first American ground engagement of the Korean War. On July 6, the 25th Infantry Division was ordered to move to Pusan and, on that day, Lt. Gen. Walton H. Walker, who had succeeded Gen. Eichelberger in 1948, took command of U.S. Army forces in Korea. Eighth Army, with the remaining ROK forces assigned to it, moved into the southeast corner of Korea which became known as the Pusan Perimeter. On September 15th, 1950, the X Corps, formed in Japan and commanded by MG Almond, poured ashore at the port of Inchon. EUSA achieved a breakout and was on the road northward. With UNC forces fighting inland from Inchon towards Seoul, the invader's line of retreat was blocked. The north Korean withdrawal became a rout; only disorganized remnants were able to reach north Korea. On October 7th, 1950, the 1st Cavalry Division pushed across the 38th Parallel, which Republic of Korea troops had breached several days before. Eighth Army drove northward in the west against demoralized resistance. X Corps, transported by sea to Wonsan, followed ROK troops up the east coast. On October 19, the North Korean capital of Pyongyang fell. ROK troops reached the Yalu River on Oct. 28. The next day, communist Chinese "volunteers" attacked across the Yalu in what GEN MacArthur termed "a brand new war." The Eighth Army was pushed back by overwhelming numbers of fresh, well-equipped, and well-disciplined Chinese forces who used the mountains to their great advantage. Unable to establish a defensive line in North Korea, Eighth Army withdrew below the 38th Parallel. On Dec. 23, General Walker was killed in a jeep accident, and on Dec. 26, Lt. Gen. Matthew B. Ridgway assumed command of UNC ground forces in Korea. Under his direction, the enemy's offensive was stalled south of Seoul and the UNC made plans to strike back. By the end of May 1951, the battle lines were established where today's Demilitarized Zone exists.
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On April 11, 1951, General Ridgway replaced General MacArthur as Commander-in-Chief, United Nations Command (and as Supreme Commander U.S. Army Pacific and Commander-inChief, Far East) and Lt. Gen. James A. Van Fleet took command of the Eighth Army. On July 10, 1951, after a Soviet hint that talks would be welcome, truce negotiations were begun at Kaesong, on the 38th Parallel. A frustrating two years of stalemate ensued. On Feb. 1, 1953, Lt. Gen. Maxwell D. Taylor succeeded to the Eighth Army command. The UNC's patience, if not persuasion, prevailed and the Armistice Agreement was signed on July 27, 1953. The Eighth Army continued to be an international unit, closely aligned with ROK Army and other national forces. It remained the ground force arm to carry out UNC responsibilities. On Nov. 20, 1954, Eighth Army Headquarters was combined with U.S. Army Forces-Far East as the major Army command in the Far East. The combined headquarters was moved from Camp Zama, Japan, to Seoul on July 26, 1955. The post-war years were marked by infrequent but sometimes serious truce violations by the North Koreans. In late 1966, however, North Koreans initiated a campaign of violence that would continue into 1971 and take the lives of more than 40 Americans and hundreds of Koreans -- north as well as south. Today, Eighth Army is poised to react to assist in the defense of Republic of Korea with the most advanced military in the world.
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b. History of 8A Patch.
Shoulder Sleeve Insignia Description:
On a red octagon 2 1/4 inches in width and height with horizontal and vertical sides 1 inch in length, a white cross patee 2 1/16 inches saltirewise with all corners rounded 1/8 inch.
Symbolism:
The octagon represents the number of the army and is in the colors of distinguishing flags for armies.
Background: The insignia was approved on 10 May 1944.
c. History of Unit Crest.
Distinctive Unit Insignia Description:
A silver colored metal and enamel device 1 3/16 inches in height overall, consisting of a plaque arched at top and base divided horizontally into two equal parts, the upper white and the lower scarlet, and bearing a scarlet octagon, the vertical and horizontal sides of equal length but longer than the oblique sides, charged with a white cross patee with rounded corners saltirewise (as delineated in the shoulder sleeve insignia), all above a silver motto scroll lined scarlet and inscribed “Pacific Victors” in scarlet letters.
Symbolism:
The basic design was suggested by the shoulder sleeve insignia. The plaque is divided horizontally white and scarlet in reference to the colors of distinguishing flags authorized for armies. The motto “Pacific Victors” alludes to the Eighth Army’s campaigns and operations in the Pacific area, World War II, and the Korean War.
Background: The insignia was approved on 2 October 1969.
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d. 8A Lineage and Honors.
EIGHTH ARMY Lineage and Honors Lineage Constituted 2 June 1944 in the Army of the United States as Headquarters, Eighth Army. Activated 10 June 1944 at Memphis, Tennessee. Allotted 20 July 1951 to the Regular Army. Reorganized and redesignated 1 December 1967 as Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Eighth Army. Campaign Participation Credit World War II
Korean War
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EIGHTH ARMY Lineage and Honors (Continued) Decorations
Philippine Presidential Unit Citation
Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation
Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation
Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation
e. Eighth Army Past Commanders. Eighth Army has been commanded by some of the most experienced and competent general officers that the US Army has ever produced. A list of previous Eighth Army Commanding Generals is listed below: LTG Robert L. Eichelberger LTG Walton H. Walker GEN Matthew B. Ridgway GEN James A. VanFleet GEN Maxwell D. Taylor GEN Lyman L. Lemnitzer GEN Isaac D. White GEN George H. Decker GEN Carter B. Magruder GEN Guy S. Meloy Jr. GEN Hamilton H. Howze GEN Dwight E. Beach GEN Charles H. Bonesteel GEN John H. Michaelis GEN Donald V. Bennett GEN Richard G. Stilwell GEN John W. Vessey GEN John A. Wickham Jr. GEN Robert W. Sennewald GEN William J. Livsey GEN Louis C. Menetrey Jr. GEN Robert W. Riscassi
07SEP44 – 03SEP48 03SEP48 – 23DEC50 27DEC50 – 14APR51 14DEC51 – 11FEB53 11FEB53 – 01APR55 01APR55 – 05JUN55 25JUL55 – 01JUL57 01JUL57 – 30JUN59 01JUL59 – 30JUL61 01JUL61 – 31JUL63 01AUG63 – 30JUN65 01JUL65 – 30AUG66 01SEP66 – 18SEP69 18SEP69 – 31AUG72 31AUG72 – 31JUL73 01AUG73 – 08OCT76 08OCT76 – 10JUL79 10JUL79 – 04JUN82 04JUN82 – 01JUN84 01JUN84 – 25JUN87 25JUN87 – 26JUN90 26JUN90 – 30NOV92 12
LTG William W. Crouch GEN Richard f. Timmons LTG Randolph W. House LTG Daniel J. Petrosky LTG Daniel R. Zanini LTG Charles C. Campbell LTG David P. Valcourt LTG Joseph F. Fil LTG John D. Johnson LTG Bernard S. Champoux
01DEC92 – 18OCT94 19OCT94 – 31JUL97 01AUG97 – 29SEP98 29SEP98 – 26SEP00 29SEP00 – 05NOV02 05NOV02 – 11APR06 11APR06 – February 2008 February2008 – November 2010 November 2010 – July 2013 July 2013 - Present
f. Eighth Army Past Command Sergeants Major. Eighth Army has had many outstanding Command Sergeants Major that have held the position of 8A CSM. *Rank and position of CSM did not exist prior to this. CSM Ivan R. Steele February 1968 – June 1968 CSM Theodore S. Richards June 1968 – June 1969 CSM William A. Craig June 1969 – July 1971 CSM Farrell G. Graham July 1971 – October 1972 CSM D. H. Worley October 1972 – September 1973 CSM D. Perrody September 1973 – June 1977 CSM William B. Tapp June 1977 – August 1980 CSM Richard, Martain August 1980 – August 1983 CSM Larry J. Hampton August 1983 – August 1985 CSM Julius W. Gates August 1985 – June 1987 CSM Ralph L. Phillips June 1987 – June 1989 CSM Samuel G. Smith June 1989 – June 1990 CSM John W. Gillis June 1990 – August 1993 CSM Andrew McFowler August 1993 – December 1995 CSM Donald E. Thomas December 1995 – October 1998 CSM Henry R. Vance III October 1998 – July 2000 CSM Benjamin C. Palacios July 2000 – May 2003 CSM Troy J. Welch May 2003 – May 2005 CSM Barry C. Wheeler May 2005 – February 2008 CSM Robert A. Winzenried February 2008 – July 2011 CSM Rodney D. Harris July 2011 – July 2013 CSM Ray A. Devens July 2013 – Present
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8. Physical Readiness Training a. General. PRT is the most important training event of each duty day as it brings the whole Team, Section, Platoon, or Company level units together focused on enhancing Warrior fitness and progressing team strength, aggressiveness, and physical readiness. Our ability to close-with, fight, and win depends largely on our physical, emotional, and mental fitness, stamina, and strength. Every Soldier assigned to the Eighth Army must be fit to truly “Fight to Night”. IAW 8th Army Policy Letter #19 all Soldiers and Leaders are required to conduct 90 minutes of combat focused, small group, intense PRT each duty daily from 0630-0800 when in garrison and planned for it when on shift or in the field. PRT must involve those within the unit will deploy when alerted for a EDRE or deploy for contingency or combat operations therefore all temp/perm profiles will be part of the daily PRT training plan and execution each PRT session. Battalion Commanders are the approval authority for PRT beginning prior to or after 0630 or exceeding the 90 minute duration. Commanders must ensure that all personnel receive at least 60 minutes of adequate recovery time before the duty day formation. (1) The Improved Physical Fitness Uniform (IPFU) is required for year round wear by all personnel as prescribed by the commander. The first line Leader in charge will ensure the IPFU is worn correctly at all times. Leaders may adjust the uniform based on Soldier comfort and weather conditions. (2) PRT is a “Leader Development” tool for our Soldiers and young Leaders should be tasked to plan, coordinate, and conduct PRT for all unit members to include temp/perm profiles in their group. There is a PRT 8 x step Training Model (example) on the Eighth Army “Fitness Forum” link at http://8tharmy.korea.army.mil/fitness.asp for use paying attention to the Soldier Athlete Warrior (S.A.W.) program, FM 7-22, and AR 600-9. (3) Organized sports will not be conducted from 0630 to 0800 hrs. Intramural sports will be part of a Co/Trp/Btry/Det training plan and conducted as a unit outside PRT hours. (4) Tactical-PRT is to be planned, coordinated, and executed one day of each week during PRT hours focused on improving unit/Soldier physical and mental fitness for in contingency and/or combat operations while dismounted (MOS and gender immaterial), wearing the ACU tactical/combat uniform. This PRT session can be in conjunction with unit SGT Time Training (SST). Tactical-PRT can concentrate on, but not limited to, “Combatives fitness” to develop warrior condition skills, “Tactical Foot Movement” skills carrying mission load, “Fire & Movement” skills, to close-with, fight, and terminate any hostile enemy threat, or “Tactical Awareness” skills in dismounted patrolling and combat trauma care. (5) Tactical Foot March training, as a very important collective training event for units operating in Korea. All units should expect to move dismounted for a distance or time period in combat or contingency operations. Tactical Foot March training should be part of PRT and Field Training involving tactical movement techniques, weapons security readiness, communicating with hand and arm signals, and building each Soldiers’ sensor awareness, with the pace IAW FM 21-8 Foot March manual at 2.4 MPH with all crew-serve and mission essential equipment.
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(6) Pregnancy and Post-Partum PT (PPPT). Pregnant Soldiers will attend PT daily at the unit Pregnancy and Post-Partum PT session. Battalion level Commanders may approve a Soldier’s absence from a PT session for routine organizational training. Pregnant Soldiers will wear the IPFU until such time it becomes too small or uncomfortable. Pregnant Soldiers are authorized to wear the T-shirt outside the trunks. At no time will commanders require pregnant Soldiers to purchase a larger IPFU in order to accommodate the pregnancy. When the uniform becomes too small or uncomfortable, pregnant Soldiers may wear equivalent civilian workout attire that are conservative and professional in appearance. (7) Cadence-calls during PRT formation runs/foot marches can be used to motivate and build comradery within the unit however it will not contain profanity, sexual innuendo, or language demeaning to others. Furthermore, cadence will not be allowed in designated areas, housing areas on military installations, or off post.
(8) Unit T-shirts. Battalion level Commanders may substitute the IPFU T-shirt for a distinctive unit T-Shirt, within the following guidelines: (a)Soldiers will not be forced to purchase the unit T-Shirt. (b) Authorized for Company/Detachment level units only (No Plt or below PT shirts). (c) Shirts will be the same color at Battalion level with the same logo on the front of the shirt. Company logos are authorized on the back of the Battalion T-shirts. Logos must be in good taste with no profanity, nudity, or vulgar images. (d) Soldiers with the unit T-shirt will run in front of the formation and those Soldiers without the T-shirt. (9) IPFU Wear Restrictions. The IPFU is authorized for wear on and off duty for Fitness training. The IPFU is NOT authorized for wear in any installation facility other than a fitness centers. (a) The IPFU or ACU is the only authorized uniform during 0630-0800 PRT period. (b) The Safety Reflective Belt (SRB) will not be a mass worn item during unit PRT formations, nor worn when wearing the IPFU outside of PRT hours. During PRT formations events on roadways, Leaders Risk-Assessment will designate front and rear road guards to wear a SRB for better visibility on road ways with on-coming vehicle traffic. 9. Training th
“8 Army Leaders and Soldiers Must be Prepared to Aggressively Dominate the Next Challenge!” th 8 Army CG, LTG Bernard S. Champoux
Small unit combat focused training is essential for all Soldiers serving in Korea. We must prepare for the harsh summers, bitter winters, and treacherous terrain throughout the Korean theater of operations (KTO) which makes the ROK one of our most demanding operational area in the world, no matter if we are in Phase 0(Shape), Phase 1(Deter), Phase 2(Seize), Phase 3(Dominate), Phase 4(Stability), or Phase 5(Enable Civil Law). We need to prepare (dismounted) no matter what MOS or unit we are in thru demanding, realistic, and challenging, training and remain vigilant and truly be ready to “Fight Tonight”. a. Individual and Small-Unit Collective training. Individual and Small-Unit Collective training provides the best opportunity to build combat focused and ready junior leaders that will allow Soldiers to master the 8A “Big 4” (Combat focused fitness, precision marksmanship, Trauma care, and mastery of “Fire-and-Movement”). Soldiers training on the “8A Big 4” should focus on mastering the fundamentals of the basic Warrior skills using 8th Army “Big 4” link at http://8tharmy.korea.army.mil/Big4.asp for details. 15
(1) Combat focused fitness and training provides the foundation of individual and team combat readiness and must be an integral part of small group/unit strength development in each PRT session. PRT must be focused on applying fitness training involving short-burst, high heart rate (120 to 160 BPM) exercises that will cause comparable bodily functions that a Soldier/Leader will experience in a real world hostile environment. Leaders can use the 8th Army “Fitness Forum” link http://8tharmy.korea.army.mil/fitness.asp to learn more on how to effectively plan, coordinate, and prepare for the 90 minute fitness period (0630 to 0800) each duty day and ensure PRT is focused on progressive Athlete Warrior fitness needed to develop all pillars of resiliency/strength, build fitness discipline, and foster team readiness. (2) Mastery of rifle marksmanship is when Soldiers successfully focus on controlled and accurate critical-center-mass engages each shot on a designated target from 5 to 200 meters under normal and other than normal conditions. Soldiers need to understand the effects of ballistics in the different uniform requirements our Soldier will wear when required to carry a weapon (FOB, COP, Combat patrol, …). Mastering rifle marksmanship begins with applying the fundamentals of marksmanship during preliminary marksmanship training (PMI) that allows a Leader/Soldier to understand and apply the 5 Fundamentals of Marksmanship (Shooting, Body Position, Ballistics and Zeroing, Wind and Weather, Shooter and Target Analysis) with a focus on “Pre-Fire Fundamentals” (Body Position, Natural Point of Aim, Slow-aim fire, control breathing) , “Engage” the critical-center-mass (Sight Alignment, Front Sight Post, Trigger Control), and “Post-Fire Fundamentals” (follow-through and call-the-shot). Then progress the marksmanship training to building competence and confidence using accurate and lethal weapons firing in live fire training that ensures every round hits the critical-center-mass of a target with their individual rifle. (3) Mastery of Trauma Care Training. Eighth Army Combat focused trauma care training serves as the proponent for Soldiers (regardless of MOS) to provide competent and confident medical care to self medicate our save the lives of other Soldiers while under traumatic combat conditions. All 8A Soldiers will master the use of the IFAK worn by each team member and become familiarized with medical tactics, techniques, and procedures that can be useful in the initial trauma assessment and provide tactical care on the battlefield. Tactical Medical Training is essential to developing highly motivated and skilled Soldiers to react to any medical emergency within their skill level. All unit Combat Medics will help train all Soldiers to possess the additional medical/trauma skills necessary to sustain the force, survive the battlefield and accomplish the mission. Use the 8th Army Trauma Care training videos at http://8tharmy.korea.army.mil/8Atraumacarevideos.asp (4) Mastery of “Fire-and-Movement”. Fire-and-Movement training is the fundamental combat training in which all Soldiers, regardless of rank, component, or military occupational specialty must maintain proficiency in, in order to close-with, fight, and win on the battlefield. It is the foundation upon which all other combat training builds upon and must be the primary focus for all individual and small-unit collective training to building lethal Squads before Fire-andManeuver training with Squad level units and above. Use the 8th Army “Big 4” link at http://8tharmy.korea.army.mil/Big4.asp for more details.
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b. 8-Step Training Model. Effective training is the cornerstone for mastering all skills and achieving all objectives. All leaders in 8A will use the 8-Step training model to ensure that training is well planned, resourced, and executed. The 8-Step model is listed below. (1). Plan the training. This is basically the 5-W’s. What is to be trained and why. Who is the trainer and training audience. Where is the training to be conducted and how. Identify the resources and requirements needed. (2). Train the trainer. Ensure the trainer is technically and tactically proficient and the training outline has been reviewed. Verify the training is IAW applicable regulations and field manuals. (3). Recon the site. Identify the exact location. Is the site suitable for training and is it easily accessible during emergencies? (4). Issue the order. Has an ORDER been issued? Does the order contain tasks, uniform and equipment requirements? (5). Rehearse. All area training aids present? Does the training meet goals and objectives? Are the trainers proficient and competent? (6). Execute. Accountability of personnel. Execution to standard. Is there uniformity? (7). Evaluate. Was there an evaluation? Were the goals and objectives met? Were the materials and training aids present and suitable? Conduct an After Action Review (AAR). (8). Retrain. Be prepared to retrain and re-evaluate. Ensure Soldiers were trained to standard. 10. Soldier Appearance The Army is a uniformed service where discipline is judged, in part, by the manner in which Soldiers wear their uniforms. Therefore, a neat, well-groomed, and professional appearance by all 8th Army Soldiers is imperative, as it contributes to building the pride and esprit de corps essential to a disciplined and effective military force. a. Hair and Grooming. (1) Male Hair and Grooming. IAW 670-1, hair on top of the head will be kept neatly groomed. The length and/or bulk of the hair will not be excessive or present a ragged or extreme appearance. Hair will present a tapered appearance and, when combed, will not fall over the ears or eyebrows or touch the collar except for the closely cut hair at the back of the neck. The bulk or length of hair will not interfere with normal wear of headgear or Protective masks. Fad haircuts are not authorized. Wigs may be used to cover baldness or disfigurement as long as the hairpiece is of natural hair color and the style and length conform to appearance standards. (a) Sideburns will be neatly squared and trimmed. The base will not be flared and will present a clean-shaven, horizontal line. Sideburns will not extend below the lowest part of the ear hole and not present a faddish appearance.
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(b) IAW AR 670-1, Pg 3. Handlebar mustaches, goatees, and beards are not authorized. Therefore all male Soldiers will be clean-shaven on and off duty each day. O-6 level Commanders can authorized relax grooming standards for 8th Army operational requirements only. (c) Mustaches will be maintained IAW AR 670-1, neatly trimmed and will not present a chopped-off appearance. No portion of the mustache will cover the upper lip line or extend below or horizontally beyond the corners of the mouth. (d) Medical grooming profiles can only be approved by appropriate medical authority, the length required for medical treatment will be specified by number of days authorized growth and the length will not exceed 1/8 inch. The Soldier will carry a copy of the beard profile at all times. (2) Female Hair and Grooming. Female Soldiers will wear their hair IAW AR 670–1. Hair will be neatly groomed and the length/bulk of the hair will not be excessive or present a ragged, unkempt, or extreme appearance. Faddish designs or patterns weaved into the hair are not authorized. Hair will not fall over the eyebrows or extend below the bottom edge of the collar. The hairstyle will not interfere with the proper wearing of military headgear or protective masks. A hairnet will not be worn unless required for health or safety reasons. Wigs of natural hair color may be worn as long as the style and length conform to appearance standards. (a) Cornrows, braids, and micro braids may be worn as long as the hair is not bulky and does not interfere with the proper wear of headgear and protective masks. Dreadlocks are prohibited in uniform and in civilian clothes on a military base or on duty. (b) Hair holding ornaments (barrettes, pins, clips) must be transparent or match the hair color and will be inconspicuously placed. Leaders reserve the final judgment. Hair will be secured to the head at all times and not allowed to hang freely. b. Jewelry. (1) Soldiers may wear a wristwatch, a wrist identification bracelet, including a conservative style POW/MIA/KIA identification bracelet (only one item per wrist), and not more than two rings (wedding set is considered one ring) with Army uniforms unless prohibited for safety or health reasons and as long as the style is conservative and in good taste. Fad devices (Green 550 cord or plastic bracelets), vogue medallions, personal talismans, or amulets are not authorized for wear in uniform or on duty. (2) Jewelry, watch chains, thermometers, or similar items will not be exposed while in a Army uniform. Authorized exceptions are required security badges, a pen or pencil that may appear exposed on the hospital duty, food service, CVC, ACU arm pocket, and flight uniforms. (3) IAW AR 670-1, Male Soldiers will not wear earrings and/or body piercings of any kind on or off duty in civilian attire or Army uniform.
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(4) Female Soldiers may wear earrings IAW AR 670–1. Females will not wear earrings in the Class C uniforms (utility, field, or organizational to include hospital duty, food service, and physical fitness uniforms). (5) Mouth Jewelry. Removable tooth/teeth caps are not authorized to wear for male and female Soldiers at anytime, on or off duty. c. Tattoos Tattoos or brands that are extremist, indecent, sexist, or racist are prohibited, regardless of location on the body. Tattoos below the wrist, on the neck, or on the head or face are prohibited for all service members except for permanent make-up for females so long as the permanent make-up meets the standards of appearance for the wearing of make-up. d. Identification Tags. Two identification tags (plus red medical tag if applicable) will be worn around the neck (except when safety considerations apply) on a long chain during field training, official travel on public transportation, during military training, or while on duty. e. Electronic Devices. (1) Soldiers will not walk and communicate with a cell phone/device while in any uniform. Soldiers will stop walking until the conversation/texting is completed. The use of hands free cell phone listening devices (e.g. Bluetooth) in any uniform is prohibited, only exception is while operating (driver) a motor vehicle to comply with local and federal traffic regulations. (2) Headsets/headphones for IPODS, MP3 players, etc. can only be worn indoors while conducting individual fitness training or traveling as a passenger on ground, air, or waterway transportation in uniform. Headsets/headphones are not authorized for use outdoors on any military installation, in uniform or civilian attire, on or off duty. f. Hearing Protection. All Soldiers are required to wear fitted non-linear hearing protection during all military training/operations involving high-frequency impulse noise that can cause injury to Soldiers hearing. (1) Foam earplugs are NOT authorized for military training. Foam ear plugs are only authorized for those observing training from a safe distance (min 10 m) and not a participant. g. Eye Protection / Sunglasses. The Military Combat Eye Protection (MCEP) eye wear is the only approved eye protection to be worn during tactical training as directed by the Leader on the ground. (1) Sunglass eye protection while in uniform can be off-the-shelf sunglasses that are black framed, with black/dark logos, with black or dark lenses. Mirror lenses of any color are not authorized to include frames with shiny or colored names, logos, initials, and/or other adornments. Sunglasses will not have attached chains, bands, or ribbons while in uniform. (2) Sunglasses will not be worn on top of the head at anytime, in a formation, or indoors unless prescribed by a doctor.
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h. Eyeglasses. Prescription eyeglasses will not be faddish or have lenses or frames with initials or other adornments on them while wearing an Army uniform. i. Contacts. Tinted or colored contact lenses are not authorized for wear while in uniform to include clear lenses that have designs on them that change the contour of the iris. j. Cosmetics. Female Soldiers are authorized to wear skin and nail cosmetics only when applied conservatively and blends in with military colors and is in good taste. Males are not authorized to wear cosmetics (to include nail polish) at any time on or off duty. k. Fingernails. All personnel will keep fingernails clean and neatly trimmed. Males will keep nails trimmed so as not to extend beyond the fingertip. Females will not exceed a nail length of 1⁄4 inch, as measured from the tip of the finger. (1) Females will maintain trim nails for professional military image and will not interfere with the performance of duties. Females are not authorized to wear bright color shades of lipstick and nail polish that detract from professional military appearance or apply designs or two-tone/multi-tone colors to a nails
11. Class C (Utility) Uniform Wear Standards The Utility Uniforms consist of the ACU, hospital, food service and cold weather uniforms. The utility uniforms are designed to fit loosely; alterations to make them form fitting are not authorized. Keep uniforms free of holes and tears; keep all pockets properly closed. Unit SOP’s will not require Soldiers to have their name or other information sewn on, unless the unit pays for the service (i.e; name and blood type on helmet camouflage band). a. Utility Uniform Wear Restrictions. (1) The utility uniforms may be worn off post at the discretion of the Soldier. If worn offpost, uniforms will be clean, serviceable IAW AR 670–1. (2) Soldiers will not wear utility uniforms (Class C) off-post in any establishment, which primarily serves alcohol. (3) Soldiers may wear utility uniforms (Class C) off-post in any establishment that primarily serves food. Soldier cannot consume alcohol off the installation while in Class C uniform. (4) The utility uniform is not considered appropriate for social or official functions off the installation such as memorial services, funerals, weddings or inaugural ceremonies. ASU/Class A or Class B uniform will be worn at these type of events. (5) The combined wearing of civilian attire and military clothing is prohibited unless prescribed in AR 670–1 or other authorization documents approved by HQDA. (6) There is no wearing of “ascots” by service members in any uniform during any type of ceremony or event.
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b. Army Combat Uniform (ACU) Duty day. The ACU is a combat uniform is authorized for wear year-round with sleeves rolled down to protect the skin. The uniform consists of the coat(top) with a minimum of US Army and name tapes, rank, US Flag Insignia and Unit Shoulder Sleeve Insignia and trousers(bottom), Army Combat Boots hot weather/temperate weather, tan, green, or black cushion sole socks, tan, black, or brown belt with open-faced buckle or two-inch rigger belt, moisture wicking tan or OD green(FR)T-shirt, approved Extended Cold Weather Clothing System (ECWCS) undershirts and the Patrol Cap (PC). (1) The ACU will not be worn at International Airports. The ACU will not be worn to court appointments on or off military installations. The only authorized uniform for any official appointments such as civilian courts is the Army Service Uniform (ASU). c. ACU Field Training / Operation Uniform. The ACU top and bottom with, IR flag/Subdued flag, US Army and Name tape, rank, and SSI; the ACH helmet with NOD mount, Improved Outer Tactical Vest (IOTV) with front and back Enhanced Small Arms Protective Insert (ESAPI) plates (no additional IOTV components/attachments required by 8th Army); Fighting Load Carrier (FLC) vest with minimum items (if not attached on the IOTV) of IFAK, water source, weapon magazines & carriers, cutting-tool/bayonet with sheath, and light source; Tan Boots; Tactical Gloves(Nomax in Vehicles and Aircraft); and Assigned Weapon. Additional items: Carried in an assault-pack/ruck-sack: Patrol Cap; Tactical Knee Pads; M61 Protective Mask/Carrier; Hearing Protection; Ballistic Eyewear; and additional personal protection equipment (PPE) in MSC unit SOP. d. Flame Resistant ACU (FRACU) and Combat Shirt. The Flame Resistant ACU (FRACU) and Army Combat Shirt (ACS) are authorized to be worn for routine garrison and field use. e. Headgear. Soldiers in uniform will wear appropriate headgear when outdoors except when near/around military aircraft or interferes with safety. When headgear is not worn it will not create a bulky appearance or protrude from any pocket. (1) Beret. The black beret is the 8th Army primary headgear for the Army Service Uniform and is to be worn for all ceremonies in the ACU or ASU uniforms. (2) Patrol Cap (PC). The patrol cap is to be worn as the primary headgear in ACU. Soldiers will wear appropriate sew on rank. Rank will be centered between the brim and top of the cap. The last name nametape is worn centered (sewn or velcro) on the back of the ACU patrol cap. Illumination and identifying marker/tape may be affixed following a BN level Command/ Unit SOP. (3) ACU Sun “Boonie” Hat. The ACU Sun “Boonie” Hat will only be worn at the discretion of the unit commander for tactical dis-mounted training or while deployed. Rank will be centered between the brim and top of the hat. The nametape is worn centered (sewn or velcro) on the back of the Bonnie hat. Illumination and identifying marker/tape may be affixed following a BN level Command/ Unit SOP. Soldiers will NOT under any circumstances wear the “boonie” hat outside of the unit or training areas. This includes all installation activities (PX, Shoppette, Burger King, etc.).
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(4) ACU-green micro-fleece or ACU-green acrylic knit Cap may be worn as the primary headgear while conducting day-to-day operations, field training, outdoor details, motor pool operations, and conducting PRT when the outside temperature falls to 32째 F and below between 15 October to 15 April. When in a formation all Soldiers must be wearing the same type of headgear. (5) The Army Service Uniform (ASU) Service Cap. This cap is the alternate headgear for ceremonies as the purchase of the headgear must not be mandatory. f. Army Combat Boots. (Hot weather/temperate and optional.) Boot for wear with the ACU is tan rough-side out cattle hide leather with a plain toe and tan rubber outsole. Soldiers may wear commercial-off-the-shelf (COTF) boots of the same color and design that are 8 inches (or more) in height; however, COTF boots do not replace issued tan boots as a mandatory possession item needed for all Professional Military Education (PME) programs. g. Combat and Special Skills Badges. The wear of subdued pin-on, and sew-on combat, special skill, and identification badges in garrison and field is authorized and must be IAW AR 670-1. Those authorized to wear 3, 4, or 5 badges must research the different patterns for each and follow AR 670-1. The NCOA Badge is authorized for wear to identify instructors of the Eighth Army Wightman NCO Academy. The badge will be worn on the left pocket of the ACU, or the right if the NCO is authorized the Drill Sergeant badge. h. Commissioned Officer Branch Insignia. Branch insignia will not be worn. As an exception, Chaplains will wear black embroidery on the digitized fabric with hook and loop or sewn branch insignia centered 1/8in above the nametape. i. Safety Reflective Belt. The Safety Reflective Belt (SRB) is not a mandatory or mass wear item when training. The SRB is used to improve visibility of Soldier(s) or units when conducting PRT, work details, foot marches, or convoy security, etc. during day/night limited visibility for vehicle drivers on or near the road. Leaders will designate front and rear road guards to wear the SRB and protect the formation from all on-coming traffic in all directions. j. Camel Back hydration system. The use of a tan, ACU-green, black, OD-green, or camouflage (woodland, desert, ACU, or OCP pattern) personal hydration system (Camel Back) is authorized to wear in a field environment when outside temperature rise to 90째 F and above during tactical fitness training, when carrying a rucksack or on work details. k. Bags. Soldiers may use civilian gym bags, civilian rucksacks, or other similar civilian bags while in uniform. All bags must be black, tan, OD green, and or ACU pattern without any bright color logos. Soldiers may use the shoulder straps or carrying handle. Other civilian bags of different color or material can be carried utilizing the carrying handle only. The contents of the bag will not be visible. Therefore, see through or mesh bags are not authorized. l. Neck Gaiter. The neck gaiter is never worn indoors. The Black, ACU-Green, Brown, and ACU pattern neck gaiter is authorized and may be worn with the ACU, IPFU, and tactical uniforms when designated by the leadership. Individual Soldiers may wear it as a neck warmer, hood, or balaclava/mask when outdoors temperature falls to 32째 F and below, from 15 October to 15 April or when air quality alerts are announced.
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m. Glove and Glove Inserts. At their discretion, Soldiers may wear issued RFI, OCIE, or personal gloves in ACU or IPFU uniforms in both garrison and tactical environment. The color of the personal gloves may be black, ACU-green, OD-green, tan, or ACU pattern colors. Gloves and inserts may be worn without any cold weather outer garments (e.g. ECWCS, Gortex or field jackets). The NOMEX gloves will be worn when operating or traveling in a tactical aircraft or vehicles with fuel or chemical flow. 12. Cold Weather Uniform. Leaders will ensure all Soldiers are protected and safeguarded against cold weather injuries. Leaders at every level will use their best judgment in all situations to mitigate the risks of injuries when outdoors temperature fall to (or are forecast) 32째 F and below (in most cases from 15 October to 15 April). Below is a list of approved garments for wear to assist in Soldier safety and well-being. a. Extended Cold Weather Clothing System (ECWCS). Approved under and outer garments may be worn with the ACU. When outer garments are worn they must have US Army nametape, last name tape, rank, organizational SSI and US Flag Insignia attached and displayed properly. Soldiers will not alter the appearance of these garments. b. Green Fleece Jackets. The green fleece jacket can be worn with the ECWCS as an under layer and also as an outer garment. When worn as an outer garment Soldiers must wear the nametape, US Army and Rank. c. Gortex or Field Jackets. ACU patterned jacket may be worn with the ACU. Field jackets will have at a minimum the US Army nametape, last nametape, rank, organizational SSI and US Flag Insignia. The Generation I & II Gortex Jacket, and Gen III ECWCS Gortex Jacket will have the rank on the front tab either pin-on rank or cloth tab rank. d. Cold Weather Undergarments. Issued and commercial-off-the-shelf (COTF) commercial cold weather undergarments are authorized for wear under the ACU and IPFU uniform. However, these items must be tan, black, OD-green, or ACU-green and cannot interfere or detract from the proper wear of the ACU/IPFU or affect performance. e. Tan Leather Intermediate Boot. The tan leather intermediate weather boot will be worn in a field environment during winter months when outdoors temperature fall to (or are forecast) 32째 F and below to limit cold weather injuries. The tan leather temperate weather boots are authorized for year round wear in a garrison environment. 13. Off-Duty Appearance As members of our Nations Warrior class high standards of appearance should carry over into your selection of civilian attire. Wear of appropriate attire avoids public embarrassment and promotes a sense of community. Military members stationed in Korea are ambassadors for the United States military and representatives of Eighth Army. While off-duty, Soldiers may dress casually and comfortably; however, there are legal, moral, safety, and sanitary criteria that require a dress code. Soldiers, who conduct military business, fitness, or training will be cleanshaven every day as directed IAW AR 670-1, pg.3. Soldiers, their dependents, and their guests must comply with established garrison dress codes for all facilities on or off Base in an appearance that is consistent with their status as guests of the ROK and representatives of the US. 23
a. Clothing. Civilian clothing must be in good taste, i.e., sagging or wearing trousers or shorts where underwear becomes visible is not authorized or appropriate for Eighth Army Soldiers and family members. Items intended as undergarments are not acceptable as outer garments in public places, to include the PX, shoppette, theaters, commissary, service clubs, chapels, clubs, dining facilities, and medical and dental facilities. Clothing that is excessively dirty or contains holes, is torn, or is adorned with vulgar and obscene slogans or designs are prohibited for wear. Articles of clothing that are cut out, transparent, excessively tight and serve to accentuate immodestly the sexual characteristics of the wearer are prohibited. This provision does not prohibit reasonable tight clothing worn during appropriate activities at the swimming pools, sunbathing, beauty pageants, body-building competitions, fashion shows, and athletic activities/physical training. Night clothes such as pajamas and bedroom slippers are not authorized for wear off post or in any installation facility at any time. (1) Civilian clothes that Soldiers choose for off-duty wear should be in good taste and appropriate for the occasion. While short shorts and halter tops are appropriate for sunbathing, they are not allowed in any installation facility. A poster of unauthorized clothing is illustrated in the “Standards Book” for better clarification. Garments with profanity, sexually explicit language or racial intent are never permitted. Females are not authorized to wear clothing that will reveal undergarments/ lingerie, midriff, or an excessive portion of the upper body. The wear of dresses, skirts, or shorts cannot be shorter than the tips of the fingers when arms are extended down the side of the body. (2) Sweat bands, Doo rags, skull caps with cloth draping, handkerchiefs, hair nets and bandannas will not be worn as headgear in public. Pants will be properly worn; not sagging or hanging off the hips so that undergarments are revealed. Hats will be worn with the visor portion straight and centered, not reversed, sideways, or upside down wearing. b. Foot Wear. Bare feet are not authorized in any facility, except where footwear is not appropriate, such as swimming pools. Sandals, flip-flops, slippers or shoes without socks or stockings are authorized. 14. Professional Conduct As members of our Nations Warrior class you are expected to carry out your duties and to conduct yourself properly on and off-duty by living the Army Values and the Soldiers’ Creed. There are civil laws, which pertain to all citizens, Soldiers included, and you must obey these laws. You will use professional language in public and common areas. Profanity and inappropriate language is prohibited. Soldiers will demonstrate appropriate respect for all civilian authorities on and off the installation. a. Vehicle Licenses. USFK Regulation 190-1, dated November 1, 2010, regarding privately owned vehicle (POV) driving privileges of U.S. Forces personnel. USFK Pamphlet 385-2, Guide to Safe Driving in Korea, contains information to prepare for the written driver’s license test. U.S. Forces personnel in Korea authorized to drive a privately owned vehicle (POV) must possess a USFK Form 134EK (USFK Motor Vehicle Operator’s Permit) in order to drive POVs on U.S installations or Korean roadways. Active duty military personnel, civilian employees, and family members aged 18 or older are required to have a valid U.S. state driver’s license, ROK driver’s license or international driver’s permit in order to obtain a USFK Form 134EK. All military personnel, civilian employees and family member may take the written test to receive a USFK driver’s license at the appropriate driver testing facility.
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b. Loud Noise. Soldiers will not operate vehicles (to include motorcycles) with radios or other such sound systems at a volume that impairs the driver’s ability to hear outside sounds or another vehicle’s horn. IAW USFK Regulation 190-1 no noise can be heard within 25 ft. Furthermore, excessive noise from vehicles and motorcycles should be restrained during ROK national exam days as published in Eighth Army Operations Orders. c. Drugs. Possession or use of any controlled substance without a valid prescription or use of prescription drugs intended for another person, is against the law. Other substances (including, but not limited to, “Spice”) deemed illegal by the federal Drug Enforcement Administration, KNP, or Department of Defense are also prohibited. This includes the substances listed in AR 600-85 paragraph 4-2p, dated 28 December 2012. Eighth Army maintains an active drug and alcohol program, and Soldiers will have random urinalysis testing conducted. Possession or use of drugs is a violation of the UCMJ and State and local laws. (1) The purchase, importation, manufacture, possession, storage, use, distribution, or transfer of drug paraphernalia and examples provided in HRS 329-1 and HRS 329-43.5 is prohibited. d. Use of Tobacco. Due to dangers of second-hand smoke, smoking is prohibited in the work place, military vehicles, aircraft, or during physical training. Designated smoking areas will be no less then 50ft from any building. Eighth Army personnel will not walk and smoke while in uniform. e. Alcohol Usage and Laws. IAW Eighth Army responsible conduct directive all service members assigned to 8th Army must remain accountable and mission ready to operate any type of military equipment within 4 hours of a planned or no-notice emergency recall event and will not exceed a alcohol breathalyzer test of .05 blood alcohol content. Service members are required to comply with US federal laws and conduct themselves accordingly while drinking alcohol. (1) There will be no drinking while on duty, except as authorized by the first General Officer in the Chain of Command. Eighth Army Soldiers will not have a blood alcohol level of .05 percent (milliliters of alcohol per 100 milliliters of blood) or above while on duty, or on a 4 hour recall requirement. When planned for notice recalls occur, Soldiers with a blood alcohol level of .05 percent may be punished under the UCMJ for being impaired while on duty. (2) Do not operate motor vehicles or motorcycles while intoxicated. Offenders will receive a memorandum of reprimand from the Commanding General that may be filed in their Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR). (3) In accordance with US Federal laws alcoholic beverages will not be sold or served to persons who have not reached the age of 21 years. Although Korean laws authorize the purchase and consumption of alcohol for adults aged 19 years and older, Eighth Army personnel and their dependants must abide by US Federal Law of 21 years old or older. Soldiers may be punished under the UCMJ for violating this law. (4) Soldiers living in the barracks will not exceed one six-pack of beer or one container of hard liquor or wine per Soldier that resides in the room. (5) Alcohol is prohibited at unit functions during duty hours unless approved by the first General Officer or SES equivalent in their Chain of Command IAW OPORD 69-13. 25
g. Weapons. All personal weapons are prohibited on or off military installations in Eighth Army. IAW USFK Reg 27-5, 7 July 2011, a weapon is any device that will eject a hard projectile by explosive, mechanical, or compressed air (except children’s toys which eject soft projectiles), to include (but not limited to) all types of BB guns, air rifles or pistols, pellet guns, and slingshots. A weapon also includes club-type weapons (blackjack, brass knuckles, bracelets studded with hard or sharp metal objects), any type of knife or sword with a blade four inches or longer or any other knife or sword shorter than four inches that is being concealed, carried, and obviously can be used to inflict death or serious injury. h. “Off-limits” Areas. (1) Conditions in the Korean area of operations warrant the limitation of off-installation activities during late-night and early-morning hours for reasons of force protection, safety, good order, discipline, and optimum unit readiness. Therefore, USFK has established off-installation accountability curfew for members of the United States Armed Forces when in the territory of the Republic of Korea, which includes personnel on PCS, TDY, pass or leave status, except for military personnel attached to the U.S. Embassy and JUSMAG-K. Military family members, DoD civilians, and DoD-invited contractors/technical representatives and their respective family members and visiting guests are encouraged to abide by the curfew to account for all US Citizens in the ROK. There will be a off-installation curfew/on-installation accountability directive from 0100 until 0500 daily including Saturday, Sunday, and US-observed holidays (USobserved holidays include US national holidays, USFK training holidays, and US-observed ROK holidays). Prior to or during the hours of curfew, members of the U.S. Armed Forces must be (1) accountable on a military installation, (2) accountable in a private residence, or (3) accountable in their place of lodging for the evening, which may include a hotel off the installation and accounted for by the first-line supervisor (NCO, Officer, or civilian leadership). Travel during curfew hours directly to and from a military installation is authorized for official duty, attendance at an on-installation activity, or to attend an installation-sponsored MWR/recreational event or activity approved by the unit Commander. (2) U.S. officials have placed some restaurants and clubs off-limits because of possible food or water contamination, unsanitary restrooms, history of sexually transmitted diseases (STD), or availability of drugs. Safety factors such as fire hazards or no clear evacuation route may also cause a business to be placed off-limits. These off-limits establishments are updated continually and each unit will provide a list of off-limits establishments by Area. f. Civilian tattoo parlors, body-piercing shops, barber shops, and all houses of prostitution. USFK Regulation 190-2 prohibits all service members from entering all houses of prostitution within the ROK. USFK does not support or condone the illegal activities of prostitution and human trafficking. Personnel who are arrested for violation of the Korean Prostitution Prevention Act will be processed through the Korean Judicial System and may receive a maximum punishment of imprisonment for up to two years in a Korean prison and a fine of not more than five million won. All Leaders and their personnel will review USFK Regulation 190-2 for the list of off-limits establishments in each area. (3) For a complete listing of off-limits establishments, refer to the designated Area postings of off-limits establishments (online link http://www.usfk.mil/usfk/off-limits.usag.yongsan.450 ) and USFK Regulation 190-2.
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i. Prostitution and Human Trafficking. (1) 8th Army has zero tolerance regarding the illegal activities of prostitution and human trafficking. By regulation, all service members, DoD civilians, service member dependents, and invited contractors must not engage in the purchase of sex through whatever means. Violators will be prosecuted to the maximum extent possible with US and Korean laws. Additionally, USFK Regulation 27-5, Individual Conduct and Appearance, address this in detail. 14. Ration Control Ration Control Plates are issued to civilians (DoD employees, invited contractors, and technical representatives), retirees, family members, and others to help protect the privileges of those personnel authorized access to duty free goods under the U.S.-ROK SOFA and U.S. law. U.S. active duty military members are granted access to facilities with duty free goods by displaying their identification cards. Soldiers must register family members in the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) (formerly BIDS) to activate their ration control privileges. During your family member’s first 14 days in Korea, they are authorized access to the exchange and commissary facilities with a copy of the sponsor’s PCS orders and a current DOD identification card. Ration limits on certain items are listed below: (1) Liquor. The liquor family limit is 5 units per month. To receive the family size limit, there must be two adults (age 21 or older) in the family. Individual limits are 3 units per month. An alcohol (liquor) unit is defined as one bottle (fifth, quart, or liter) of liquor. A 1.75 liter bottle of liquor is counted as two units. Two pints of liquor are counted as one unit. Six miniature bottles or less of liquor are counted as one pint; 7-12 miniature bottles count as one unit of liquor. Excess pints will be rounded up to the next full liquor unit for reporting purposes. Excess miniature bottles of liquor will be rounded up to the next pint unit. (2) Beer. Beer purchases are limited to 8 cases per month (for individuals and cumulative family total). Each eligible member (sponsor or dependent) can purchase up to 3 six-packs of beer per day (purchase is not counted toward the 8 case monthly limit). The daily individual aggregate for beer purchase (case plus six-pack) is no more than 2 cases per day. (3) Monthly commissary dollar limits. To prevent purchasing items in excess of personal needs, spending limits at commissaries are determined by family size. Currently, the limits are:
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15. Military Courtesy Various forms of courtesy have become military customs and traditions. It is important to render a proper hand salute and greeting of the day. a. Saluting. Eighth Army Soldiers will render the proper military courtesies to all US and foreign military superior officers and NCOs. The exchange of a salute is one of the oldest traditions in the military and a visible sign of good discipline and mutual respect. It also demonstrates situation-awareness and individual vigilantes as service members seek those approaching on foot/in vehicles as possible superior officers in order to recognize them with a sharp salute and greeting of the day in a disciplined and proud manner. (1) Salutes and salutations (greetings) are rendered by enlisted personnel and by junior officers to all senior officers. All Soldiers render the salute with a verbal greeting of the day or passing of the unit Motto as saluting. 8th Army units are not authorized to have “No Salute” areas. (2) In field training, real-world contingency operations, or combat situations, saluting is mandatory just as it is in garrison. (3) Service members will remain situationally aware at all times when outdoors in order to recognize and salute all Senior Officer Staff cars. General and other senior officer vehicles will be identified by a red plate depicting their rank and headlights on in order to better recognize the vehicle with a sharp salute as the vehicles pass. NOTE: For all military installations in the ROK when any of the ceremonial songs below are played/heard, ALL VEHICLES in the area will stop, dismount the vehicle, and render the proper courtesy. Civilians are expected to place their right hand over their hearts. (5) Reveille. Played at 0630 daily. When outside, in IPFU or duty uniform and not in formation, face the flag or music and render a salute on the first note. Remain at “present arms” until the last note has been played. In civilian clothes, stand at “Attention” and place the right hand over the heart (or headgear over the left shoulder if worn) until the last note is played. (6) Retreat/To the Colors. Played at 1700 daily. This tradition is celebrated in two distinct parts; the bugle call of “Retreat” followed by “To the Colors.” When outside, in IPFU or duty uniform, face toward the Colors or music and assume the position of “Attention” on the first note of Retreat. Remain at this position and render the hand salute on the first note of “To the Colors.” When in formation and or group in uniform senior ranking Soldier will order formation to position of “Parade Rest.” On the first note of “To the Colors the senior ranking Soldier will order formation to “Attention, Present Arms.” In civilian clothes, stand at “Attention” during “Retreat” and place the right hand over the heart (headgear place over the left shoulder if worn) on the first note of “To the Colors.” When indoors, all personnel will cease work, and stand at attention facing the music. (7) National Anthem. When outside, in IPFU or duty uniform and not in formation, face toward the Colors or music, assume the position of “Attention,” and render the hand salute on the first note of the music. (All veterans are now authorized to render hand salute when the National Anthem is being played). In civilian clothes, stand at “Attention” and place the right hand over the heart (or headgear over the left shoulder if worn) or render the hand salute on the first note. This courtesy is applied both the US and ROK National Anthems. 28
b. Customs and Courtesy. (1) The first person to sight an officer who is higher in rank than the officer present in the room should call “Attention.” When a senior noncommissioned officer enters a room/area, the first person to sight the senior NCO, should sound “At Ease”. Examples are unit headquarters, orderly rooms, supply rooms, dayrooms, squad rooms, and hallways. In smaller rooms, containing one or two Soldiers, the Soldier(s) should rise and stand at the position of attention when an officer enters the room or Parade Rest when an NCO enters. (2) In work areas such as offices, shops, hangers, and medical treatment facilities, personnel can remain working but the senior Soldier will report to the visiting officer. (3) Dining Facilities. The first person sighting an officer senior in rank to the unit commander or senior to those present in the dining facility should call “At ease” so that the officer’s presence is known and necessary action can be taken. The Soldiers should fall silent but continue to work or eat. The senior dining facility OIC or NCOIC should report to the officer. (4) Tactical Operations Centers. The first person sighting an officer senior in rank to the unit commander or senior to those present in the facility should call “At ease” so that the officer’s presence is known and necessary action can be taken. The Soldiers should fall silent but continue to work. (5) During Conversations. All Soldiers, officer or enlisted, come to the position of attention facing a senior officer when spoken to in an official capacity. Normally the senior officer will direct “At ease” or “Carry on” if the situation merits. At other times, such as during the conduct of routine business or informal conversation, a junior officer or enlisted Soldier should face the superior officer and be at “Attention.” When an enlisted Soldier is speaking to a noncommissioned officer, the Soldier stands at “Parade Rest” unless otherwise directed by the NCO. A subordinate will stand when spoken to by someone senior in rank, unless the superior directs otherwise. When walking with a senior Soldier, the junior Soldier walks to the senior’s left side. (6) When an officer approaches Soldiers in a formation, the person in charge calls, “Attention,” and renders a salute for the entire group. When an officer senior in rank approaches a group of individuals not in formation, the first person sighting the officer calls, “Attention,” and everyone in the group faces the officer and renders a salute with the appropriate greeting. Soldiers working as part of the detail or participating in some other group activity such as athletics do not salute. The person in charge, if not actively engaged, salutes for the entire detail or a group of Soldiers. While running in a PT formation the senior Soldier in charge of the running formation will sound off with their unit’s motto and Sir or Ma’am.
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17. Single Soldier Barracks Policy Soldiers will live in a clean, healthy, and safe environment. Unit NCO’s are responsibility to ensure proper living standards and conditions are maintained. a. Room Standards. Soldiers are required to maintain rooms with an emphasis on cleanliness, safety, and proper accountability. (1) Microwaves in accordance with installation and fire safety regulations, telephones (as available), civilian blankets, shower curtains, bedcovers, and other amenities will be approved by the Soldiers NCO or first line supervisor. (2) Soldiers will use clear adhesive tape or adhesive putty to hang posters or can use poster boards and tacks when available. (3) Unit NCOs will ensure Soldiers residing in barracks use troop self-help stores to implement a proactive approach to safe, alternative methods of hanging pictures. (4) In order to ensure good order and discipline all 8th Army service members will follow Army Regulation 600-200, paragraph 4-12 that list all items or images that are offensive to any race, culture, gender, or religion. These items or images will not be displayed in barracks rooms or hallways. (5) The flag of the United States of America, a U.S. state, or the national flag of a Soldiers country or origin may be displayed IAW Army Regulation 840–10. (6) Where installation self-help stores can support it, barracks rooms may be painted in conservative, pastel colors that are approved by the unit Commander and must be in good taste. Barracks rooms must be repainted to the original color upon departure of the room’s occupants. (7) All posters/pictures/documents will be in frames or organized neatly on a pin-up board such as the information board by the CQ desk. No taping of any kind of any items on walls in any portion of the Barracks or work areas (anywhere). b. New Soldiers. Due to the current asymmetric threats (Nk SOF) in the ROK all Soldiers (Private to Specialist) will be assigned a “Battle Buddy” of equivalent rank for their first 90 days, approved by their chain of command IAW 8A OPORD 69-13. A designated NCO will inspect and approve all off duty activity during this 90 day period in order to mentor Soldiers on proper conduct and respectable locations to visit a s a team when off-duty. c. NCO Presence. NCO presence will be all First-Line supervisors, Green tab Team leaders, Squad leaders, Section leaders, Platoon Sergeants, Platoon Leaders, or more senior unit leaders to check each night before and after the 0100hr 100% accountability preiod to include off duty days, on weekends and holidays. All officers in the Chain of Command and NCOs in the NCO Support Chain are required to sign in and out of the CQ log upon initiation and completion of leader checks each night, noting any discrepancies.
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d. Charge or Quarters (CQ) Responsibilities. It is mandatory that all Co/Trp/Btry/Detch level Commands maintain and operate CQs to safeguard barracks and residents. The chain of command is responsible for the safety, security, and environment in which their Soldiers live in at all times. e. Pets. No pets, including caged animals and fish aquariums, are allowed in any barracks within the ROK. f. Quiet Hours. Brigade-level Commanders will establish quiet hours based on mission requirements. Units with shift-workers will implement policies to accommodate the needs of all personnel residing in the barracks. g. Inspections. All Co/Trp/Btry/Detch Commands will schedule unit level inspections and inventories pursuant to Military Rule of Evidence 313 with quarterly health and welfare inspections IAW 8A OPORD 69-13. Commanders also retain the authority to conduct nonotice legal searches, and health and welfare inspections to enforce standards, show care for Soldiers, and indentifying shortfalls in building functions and living standards. 18. Inspector General Assistance Soldiers, DA civilians, contract employees, US military retirees, and Family members may seek help from the IG on any service related matters affecting their welfare and readiness, or for other issues and/or allegations against an individual in violation of regulation or legal standard. 19. Equal Opportunity Eighth Army will provide EO and fair treatment for military personnel and Family members without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, and provide an environment free of unlawful discrimination and offensive behavior. This applies both on and off post, during duty and non-duty hours, and all installation and housing areas. 20. Open Door Policy Every Soldier and Civilian employee assigned to Eighth Army is afforded the right and opportunity to bring suggestions, grievances, and concerns to the direction of the Commanding General through the Open Door Policy. Every effort should be made to resolve issues at the lowest possible levels to allow immediate supervisors and chains of command the opportunity to assist.
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21. Fraternization Between Soldiers of Different Rank Fraternization will not be tolerated in 8th Army. AR 600-20, paragraphs 4-14, 4-15, and 416 outlines the Army policy in detail. Relationships between Soldiers of different rank and responsibility are prohibited if they: compromise, or appear to compromise, the integrity of supervisory authority in the NCO Support Chain(for all NCOs) or the Chain of Command(for all Officers); cause actual or perceived partiality or unfairness; involve, or appear to involve, the use of rank or position for personal gain; are perceived to be, exploitative or coercive in nature or; create an actual or clearly predictable adverse impact on discipline, authority, morale, or the ability of the command to accomplish its mission. Commanders and NCO leaders will seek to prevent inappropriate or unprofessional relationships through proper counseling, training, and their example. Soldiers of each rank group below are prohibited to fraternize or have relationships with any of the other rank groups: a. PVT to SPC-4th Class (Soldier Support Chain) b. CPL to SSG (NCO Support Chain) c. SFC to CSM/SGM (NCO Support Chain) d. 2LT to CPT (Staff Support Chain) and /or (Chain of Command) e. MAJ to LTC (Staff Support Chain) and /or (Chain of Command) f. COL to GO (Staff Support Chain) and /or (Chain of Command) 22. Sexual Harassment/Assault Response & Prevention (SHARP) A sexual predator within your formation is an internal asymmetric threat to every individual Soldier in your unit. Sexual assault is an attack on your unit readiness and is a crime that must be reported immediately to CID, PMO or the first O-6 level Chain of Command. All Army personnel are charged with upholding the Army’s campaign of intervene, act, and motivate. There are no innocent bystanders. If you see or hear something, show your true warrior courage and act, don’t just pass it by. It takes all of us to protect one another from this internal threat and just one individual act of courage can save us from this enemy. a. Reporting Procedures of Sexual Assault Incidents for Commanders: (1) The USFK Sexual Assault Hotline is one of many ways to report a sexual assault. To call from any DSN telephone within Korea, dial the number "158" and to call from a commercial line or cell phone dial the number "0503-363-5700". (2) Leaders will immediately notify Military Police or CID for initial investigation of the report to be founded or unfounded, and the first O-6 Commander, and then notify their Command Judge Advocate or Trial Counsel. (3) As a part of the normal investigative process, the chain of command will ensure the victim is treated with dignity and respect and all information will be restricted to "need to know" only. CID coordinates for medical examinations and with social service intervention agencies, provides preliminary notification to the victim of his or her rights under the Victim Witness Assistance Program (VWAP) b. Commanders. Commanders are reminded that sexual assault incidents are sensitive issues and must be addressed immediately and with care.
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c. Sexual Assault Reporting Options for Victims. (1) Unrestricted Reporting. A Service Member who is/was sexually assaulted and desires medical treatment, counseling and an official investigation of his/her allegation should report the incident to a SARC, MP, CID, and the first O-6 level Commander. Upon notification of a reported sexual assault, the SARC will immediately assign a Victim Advocate and initiate the appropriate care and treatment, and report the sexual assault to law enforcement or the chain of command if not done already. See Appendix D for SHARP Checklist (2) Restricted Reporting. A Service Member who is sexually assaulted and desires medical care, counseling, and victim advocacy, without initiating the investigative process due to personal issues should use the restrictive reporting option. Restricted reporting allows a sexual assault victim to confidentially disclose the details of his/her assault to specifically identified individuals and receive medical treatment and counseling, without triggering the official investigative process. 23. Hazing/Toxic Environment Hazing will not be tolerated in 8th Army. We are a values-based organization where everyone is encouraged to do what is right by treating others as they should be treated—with dignity and respect. a. Leaders and Soldiers will have ZERO tolerance of hazing. This includes "rite of passage" or congratulatory acts that involve: Encouraging another to engage in illegal, harmful, demeaning or dangerous acts. Enforcement of the Army hazing policy is a responsibility of NCO and Leaders at all levels. Commanders will devote particular attention to New Soldiers and leaders and make them feel proud to be a member of the U.S. Army. 24. KATUSA Program The acronym KATUSA means Korean Augmentees to the United States Army. The KATUSA Soldier Program was initiated in July 1950 by an informal agreement between the Honorable Seung-man Rhee, President of the ROK, and General Douglas MacArthur, CINC, UNC. The concept of this program was originally to augment U.S. fighting forces just after the outbreak of the Korean War. After the armistice, KATUSA Soldiers remained with Eighth United States Army (8A) units to receive training that was not readily available in the ROK Army (ROKA) and to enhance 8A’s mission capability and maintain the strongest alliance US forces have in the world. The KATUSA Soldier Program has been a continuous one since 1950 with only periodic strength adjustments dictated by requirements. It is important to remember that our KATUSA Soldiers are ROK Army Soldiers assigned to U.S. units and they deserve our trust and respect. KATUSA Soldiers are assigned to U.S. Army units. However, they are not members of the Armed Forces of the U.S. and they are not subject to the UCMJ. They will be integrated into their units and provided messing, billeting, duty assignments, and use of dayrooms, equipment, and other facilities equally with their U.S. counterparts. KATUSA Soldiers: a. Will not be assigned tasks solely as laborers, cargo carriers, permanent guards, houseboys, kitchen police (KP), or other full-time fatigue details not directly related to their military occupational specialties (MOSs). This policy is intended to ensure that KATUSA Soldiers perform their MOS-related training and duties. 33
b. Newly assigned KATUSA Soldiers will not undergo an initiation process in their units by senior KATUSA Soldiers. Initiation activities breakdown the chain of command and place senior KATUSA Soldiers in a higher position of authority than U.S. NCOs. c. While performing military police (MP) duties, KATUSA MPs have identical authority and jurisdiction as U.S. MPs, with the exception of administering an oath under Article 136(b)(4), UCMJ 1984. 25. Social Networking and OPSEC Social media helps organizations share information and keeps Soldiers, Family members and Army Civilians connected to loved ones. We depend on social media, but it can be extremely dangerous if you are not careful. Occasionally, social media users claim to be someone they are not. This practice can become a problem when users claim to be Army officials or Soldiers. Some individuals impersonate others for recognition, while others do it for financial gain. The practice of impersonating Soldiers for financial gain is common. When imposter accounts are identified, it is important to report the accounts to the host platforms. In order to maintain OPSEC, it is important to remain vigilant at all times. Sharing seemingly trivial information online can be dangerous to loved ones and fellow Soldiers. Below are some Do’s and Don’ts regarding OPSEC and Social Media. a. Do’s: (1) Adjust your privacy settings. Set security options to allow visibility to “friends only.” (2) Talk to your family about operations security. Be sure they know what can and cannot be posted. (3) If leaders are on the same social media platform as their Soldiers it is their responsibility to monitor Soldiers’ conduct. If you find evidence of a Soldier violating command policy or the UCMJ on social media platforms, then you should respond in the same manner you would if you witnessed the infraction in any other environment. b. Don’ts: (1) Never accept a friend request from someone you don’t know, even if they know a friend of yours. (2) Never post specific unit movement information. (3) Never post when you or your family is going on vacation. (4) Never share information you don’t want to become public. (5) Don’t join social media platforms that violate unit policy and basic guidelines of the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Commenting, posting or linking to material that violates the UCMJ or basic rules of Soldier conduct is prohibited. Talking negatively about supervisors or releasing sensitive information is punishable under the UCMJ. When Soldiers log on to a social media platform, they still represent the Army. (6) Do not reveal sensitive information about yourself such as schedules and event locations. (7) Never post information concerning MIA/KIA prior to DoD release.
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c. 8A Critical Information List (CIL): 1. General Office and Civilian equivalent movements (travel itineraries and schedules). 2. Exercise activities, scenarios, events, and results. 3. Force compositions, status, movements, and locations. 4. Logistics movements and locations. 5. Presence or employment of new/improved technology. 6. Estimates in the effectiveness of operations. 7. Telephone and radio communications, equipment, procedures, infrastructure and computer network IPs. 8. Personal Information: Social Security Number, Financial, Legal, Family, etc. All classified documents will be properly marked, wrapped/transported, and stored in a GSA approved safe. Shred all paperwork that is not needed to be readily available or stored. 26. Leave and Passes It is the Army policy that maximum use of accrued leave be used as frequently as possible for the welfare and comfort of all our Soldiers. Leave is an entitlement earned along with pay. Soldiers are expected to use it, not lose it. Commanders and supervisors will establish a leave plan to ensure Soldiers have an opportunity to take leave. Leaves should be planned where it will minimally impact the mission readiness of the unit. No more than 10% of our Soldiers may be non-available (leave or pass) off the peninsula at one time. Additionally, 80% of our available personnel must be able to muster within two hours. Ordinary leave is authorized in-conjunction with special (3-day or 4-day) passes without a duty day in between the two periods of absences; however, the Soldier must be physically present at the PDS, post, duty location or local residence area when departing and returning from leave. Passes cannot be taken in conjunction with another pass. Special passes cannot exceed four days in duration. There is no distance limitation on a pass, except that you must use good judgment and not stretch your pass travel too far. Soldiers desiring to take leave or travel outside the U.S. or outside the territory or foreign country of current assignment must obtain approval. Travel to or within U.S. possessions of Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and the Northern Mariana Islands do not require travel clearance.
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Appendix A The Army Song The Army Goes Rolling Along" is the official song of the U.S. Army. The Army song concludes reviews, parades and honor guard ceremonies. Individuals will stand at attention and sing the lyrics of the Army song when the Army song is played. Individuals will stand at attention during the playing of official songs of other Services.
March along, sing our song, with the Army of the free. Count the brave, count the true, who have fought to victory. We're the Army and proud of our name! We're the Army and proudly proclaim: First to fight for the right, And to build the Nation’s might And The Army Goes Rolling Along Proud of all we have done Fighting till the battle’s won And the Army Goes Rolling Along Then it’s hi! hi! hey! The Army’s on its way Count off the cadence loud and strong For where’er we go You will always know That The Army Goes Rolling Along
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Appendix B: Rank Structures Eighth Army personnel will serve in positions that expose them to Officers and Soldiers from other branches of the US military and Republic Of Korea Army (ROKA) personnel. The following plates depict US and ROKA ranks. 1. US Enlisted Personnel Plates
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Appendix C
SHARP Checklist
COMMANDER’S SEXUAL ASSAULT VICTIM ASSISTANCE CHECKLIST 1. Notify the Area SARC within 2 hours. 2. Encourage the victim to report the incident and get a medical examination immediately (even if the incident occurred prior to the past 72 hours). 3. Make appropriate administrative and logistical coordination for movement of victim to receive care. (Involve the minimum number of personnel possible and only on a need-to-know basis). [In Theater] 4. Notify the Criminal Investigation Command and Provost Marshal (IAW AR 195-1, paragraph 6). Ensure a Sexual Assault Victim Advocate has been assigned to the victim. 5. Notify the Chaplain if the victim desires pastoral counseling or assistance. 6. Report the sexual assault incident, within 24 hours of notification, through the chain of command to the following, if entities have not already been notified: Criminal Investigation Command Installation Provost Marshal Commanders in the chain of command (as appropriate) 7. Ensure the CID notifies victims and witnesses of their rights through a completed Victims and Witnesses of Crime form, DD Form 2701. (Reference: AR 27-10 and AR 600-20, Appendix G). 8. Confer with commander’s legal representative to consider legal options and responsibilities. If the subject is a Foreign National or from a Coalition Force, confer with SJA on responsibilities, options and victims’ rights. [In Theater] 9. Ensure the victim is made aware of, and encouraged to exercise, his or her options during each phase of the medical, investigative, and legal processes. 10. Determine the best courses of action for separating the victim and the subject during the investigation. Determine whether the victim desires to be transferred to another unit. Determine if the suspect needs/desires to be transferred to another unit. A Military Protection Order (MPO) (DD Form 2873), referred to as “no contact orders” may be considered. Coordinate with sexual assault resources and chain of command (involve as few people as possible and only on a need to know basis, protecting the victim’s privacy) to determine if the victim’s condition warrants redeployment/reassignment. 11. Confer with servicing SJA office to consider pretrial options and responsibilities to include the possibility of pretrial restraint (including a no contact/military protective order) and appropriate disposition of the alleged offense.
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12. Flag (suspend favorable personnel actions) any Soldier listed as a subject in a CID report of investigation IAW AR 600-8-2, and suspend the Soldier’s security clearance IAW AR 380-67. 13. Inform the victim of the resources in theater that are available to them through the Victim and Witness Assistance Program (VWAP) (AR 27-10). This includes assigning a Sexual Assault Victim Advocate to the victim. Also, inform the victim of resources that are accessible from the Area of Operation, (i.e. Military One Source (International: 1-800-464-8107 or International collect: 484-530-5889, 24-hour-a-day, 7-day-a-week); DoD Deployment Health Support Hotline (1-800-497-6267 from 0900-2100 hours, Monday through Friday). 14. Update the status of the victim and subject(s) within 14 calendar days and on a monthly basis thereafter, to the battalion or higher-level commander until the case is officially closed. If the victim or subject is transferred or redeployed prior to the case closing, coordinate with investigative and SJA personnel before ceasing monthly updates on parties involved. 15. Initiate follow-up with the victim within 45 days after disposition of the case. 16. Ensure unit personnel are abreast of risk factors associated with sexual assault, especially those risk factors unique to the deployed environment.
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