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DESERT SHIELD/STORM LESSONS LEARNED REPORT #O
POC: [(b)(2)]
TITLE: Delay and Exemption Policy
OBSERVATION: Delay and exemption policy was unclear and
went through several changes.
DISCUSSION: Coordination between HQ ARPC, HQ AFMPC, HQ
ATC, and Lackland AFB regarding delays and exemptions was
poor in the beginning stages. Prior to 30 Jan 91, it was
unclear as to who was responsible for delays and
exemptions. Originally HQ ARPC/SG was handling the medical
delays and exemptions for the IMAs only. However, as of 30
Jan 91, ARPC became responsible for all delays and
exemptions. Many individuals who had to report on 1 Feb
91, and had legitimate reasons for a delay or exemption,
were not afforded that opportunity due to short notice
reporting. This made Lackland AFB responsible for delaying
or exempting these members. Most of the individuals needed
time to finalize their affairs. Lackland AFB either
granted delays or TDY en route to the PCS station for this
purpose. A great deal of confusion and effort could have
been precluded if Reservists were given the opportunity to
obtain a delay. Once the responsibility for delays and
exemptions was identified as being an ARPC function it ran
very smoothly.
LESSONS LEARNED: Delay and exemption policy changes were
an additional point of confusion during this contingency.
RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: HQ ARPC is given authority over
delays and exemptions in AFR 28-5 to include IMA, IRR,
retired regular and Reserve personnel, and the standby
Reserve. Recommend this guidance be followed strictly
during any mobilization. Also recommend as much lead time
as possible prior to reporting, especially for the IRR and
retired regular members (see item #L)
HQ ARPC/RC RELATED ITEM: lO
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