Policy Memorandum #08

Army Substance Abuse Prevention Training

IMHM-HRS                                                                                                 1 August 2012


MEMORANDUM FOR SEE DISTRIBUTION


SUBJECT:  United States Army Garrison Humphreys Policy Letter #8, Army
Substance Abuse Prevention Training


1.  The proponent for this policy is the Army Substance Abuse Program Prevention Coordinator (ASAP PC).

2.  This policy is effective immediately.  It remains in effect until rescinded or superseded.

3.  References.

     a.  AR 600-85, Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP), 2 Feb 09.

b. USAG Humphreys Policy Letter #6, 1 August 2012.

4.  Purpose.  This policy implements Command Substance Abuse Prevention Training Policy for USAG Humphreys and Area III.

5. Policy.

     a.  Training.  This policy applies to all military units and personnel assigned or attached to USAG Humphreys and Area III, including Soldiers assigned to 2D Infantry Division (2ID).

     b.  The Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP) is a commander’s program, which promotes unit readiness by reducing substance abuse through prevention education, training, deterrence through urinalysis and breath testing and early identification of substance abusers.  Every commander and unit leader is expected to be personally involved in this important aspect of command responsibility to ensure unit readiness.  Prevention of alcohol and other drug abuse requires ongoing prevention education classes for all ranks, and early intervention through identifying Soldiers who are experimenting with illegal substances or using alcohol inappropriately.
c. USAG Humphreys and Area III Substance Abuse Prevention Training Policy: AR
600-85 states all active duty Soldiers will receive a minimum of four hours of alcohol and drug abuse prevention training per year.                                                       

    d.  Every unit will provide a minimum of one hour of substance abuse prevention education training per quarter to equal or exceed 90% of the unit’s assigned strength.

    e.  Training will be conducted by the Unit Prevention Leader (UPL).  Training aids, documents and support will be provided by the Prevention Coordinator (PC).

     f.  To receive credit for unit training, all materials, which includes, training memo, sign-in roster, and lesson plan will be forwarded to the PC within 5 working days following the date of the class. 

     g.  The UPL will support the USAG Humphreys PC and assist the Unit Commander in assessing the presence of alcohol/drug abuse within the unit.

     h.  Units conducting urinalysis turn-ins are required to provide a copy of all training memorandums, sign-in rosters and lesson plans to the PC.

     i.  In accordance with AR 600-85, paragraph 1-34, administrative separation action will be initiated and processed to the separation authority, for Soldiers involved in two serious incidents of alcohol-related misconduct in a year, i.e., drunk on duty, DUI or underage drinking.

     j.  Units who do not conduct and submit all required training information within 5 working days of delivery will be brought to the attention of their Battalion or higher Commander.

6. Point of contact is the Alcohol and Drug Control Officer ADCO) at 753-7367.


                                                                            DARIN S. CONKRIGHT
                                                                            COL, SF
                                                                            Commanding
DISTRIBUTION:
A & B

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