What is the regulating regulation that controls the ABCP? - AR 600-9
What is the purpose of the ABCP? - To ensure all Soldiers achieve and maintain optimal
well-being and performance under all conditions.
What are the subpurposes of the ABCP? - 1. Operational Readiness
2. Physical Fitness
3. Health
4. A professional military appearance IAW AR 670-1
What are the responsibilities of the commander in the ABCP? -Answer 1. Enforce the
ABCP
2. Ensure all Soldiers under their command remain evaluated
3. Review monthly suspension of favorable action management reports
4. Forward complete ABCP file to gaining unit on each Soldier who conducts a PCS and
is flagged for non-compliance
What are some of the healthcare personnel responsibilities in the ABCP? -Answer 1.
Support commanders and supervisors
2. Identify pathological conditions
3. Refer Soldiers who fail to meet the screening weight standard
Who amends ABCP policy? - DCS-G1
What is the Unit Fitness NCO / MFT responsible for? - 1. Demonstrate proper exercise
and fitness techniques
, 2. Assist commanders in developing programs
3. Instruct other NCOs on proper height/weight and body composition standards
Which FM covers Army Physical Readiness Training? - FM 7-22
How often are scales calibrated? - Annually.
What does excess body fat indicate about a Soldier? -Answer 1. Lacks personal
discipline
2. Reduces military appearance
3. May indicate poor health status and physical fitness and stamina
How often will Soldiers be screened IAW AR 600-9? -Answer At minimum every 6 months
What is the only authorized method of measuring body fat IAW AR 600-9? -Answer
Circumference based tape method
Does the commander have the authority to direct a body fat assessment on any Soldier?
-Answer Yes, if they decide that the Soldier does not have a Soldierly appearance
regardless of whether or not the Soldier exceeds the screening table weight for his or
her measured height.
Under which regulating do commander's flag Soldiers? -Answer AR 600-8-2
Which Soldiers are exempt from meeting the ABCP requirements? -Answer Soldiers
with major limb loss.
How does AR 600-9 define major limb loss? -Answer Amputation above the ankle or
above the wrist. It does NOT include partial hand, foot, finger, or toe amputation.
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