AR 525-28 — Personnel Recovery

AR 525-28 governs Army policy, standards, procedures, and responsibilities for the Army Personnel Recovery Program.

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  • Publication number: AR 525-28
  • Title: PERSONNEL RECOVERY
  • Date: 03/05/2010
  • Proponent: G-3/5/7
  • Status: ACTIVE

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AR 525-28 covers personnel recovery education and training, the Code of Conduct, reintegration, and Personnel Recovery Information Management. It requires planning, preparation, execution, and assessment of personnel recovery within the scope of Army capabilities, including training and information requirements.

Topics covered

  • Army Personnel Recovery Program
  • Personnel recovery education and training
  • Code of Conduct training
  • Reintegration
  • Isolated Personnel Reports
  • Personnel Recovery Mission Software
  • Pre-OCONUS Travel File

Questions and answers

Who serves as the Army’s office of primary responsibility for the Personnel Recovery Program?

The DCS, G3/5/7 will a. Serve as the OPR for the Armys PR Program. (paragraph 2-5)

What training records must commanders maintain for Code of Conduct training?

Commanders shall maintain records in the Digital Training Management System (DTMS) indicating the level of COC training completed by each person in their unit and the date completed. (paragraph 4-3)

How often must Soldiers receive Code of Conduct Level A training?

All Soldiers shall receive COC Level A training during Initial Military Training and on an annual basis. (paragraph 4-3)

What training must units provide for personnel recovery?

Commanders shall ensure that Soldiers and Army civilians under their command are trained in all aspects of PR to include both actions as IP and as a recovery force or staff. (paragraph 4-3)

How must completed Isolated Personnel Reports be protected?

Completed ISOPREPs are classified as confidential and must be properly secured. (paragraph 6-1)

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