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and trainers of IET Soldiers will utilize the principles and procedures established in FM 5-19.
Commanders will ensure all cadre receive composite risk management training prior to assuming control over the IET
Soldier. The composite risk management process assists commanders in making informed, conscious decisions on
eliminating unnecessary risks, and in accepting residual risks inherent in accomplishing the mission.
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Line of duty (LOD) investigations
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unit commander will ensure DA Form 2173 (Statement of Medical Examination and Duty Status) is completed
promptly and forwarded through channels to the appointing authority (see appendix H, para H-6 for further guidance).
The final LOD determination is vital for USAR/ARNG Soldiers who have sustained illnesses or injuries while in
training. Without an approved LOD determination RC Soldiers returning to their home are ineligible for medical
evaluation and care for their illness or injury. AR 600-8-4 prescribes the use of DA Form 2173, the primary record in
the LOD determination process.
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Severe weather notification
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policies and procedures will dictate the notification of severe weather to training units.
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a. When inclement or severe weather has the potential to impact training, unit commanders must consider the
following actions:
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(1) Uniform modification.
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(2) Suspend training temporarily.
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(3) Use lightning assembly/protection areas.
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(4) Seek enclosed shelter.
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(5) Cancel training/return to garrison.
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b. Due to the size of most training areas, weather-related decisions should be made on-site. All severe/inclement
weather conditions must be evaluated for potential risk as well as likelihood of occurrence IAW composite risk
management development. All decisions should be based on these criteria using current weather conditions.
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