AR 600-86 — Army Disaster Personnel Accountability And Assessment Program
AR 600-86 governs policy, standards, and requirements for the Army Disaster Personnel Accountability and Assessment Program.
- Publication number: AR 600-86
- Title: ARMY DISASTER PERSONNEL ACCOUNTABILITY AND ASSESSMENT PROGRAM
- Date: 09/16/2024
- Proponent: G-1
- Status: ACTIVE
View AR 600-86 on armypubs.army.mil
It covers disaster personnel accountability, assessment, ADPAAS reporting, affected personnel categories, and phases of operations. It requires accountability after disasters and establishes rules for needs assessments and pre-disaster reporting during authorized or ordered evacuations.
Applies to: DPA applies to the following personnel within the Armys Total Force:
Topics covered
- Disaster personnel accountability
- Disaster personnel assessment
- ADPAAS reporting
- Affected personnel categories
- Needs assessment
- Pre-event planning
- Authorized evacuations
Questions and answers
Who must personally account for themselves after a disaster?
All Army-affiliated personnel within an affected geographical area of a disaster, evacuation operation, or other designated personnel accountability (PA) event will personally account, with the appropriate authorities, for themselves and may voluntarily provide information concerning their Family members at the first practical opportunity following a disaster. (paragraph 1-6)
When can ADPAAS be used for pre-disaster reporting?
The only exception is pre-DPA reporting during authorized or ordered evacuations by a signed memorandum from the commander. (paragraph 1-6)
Is completing the needs assessment mandatory?
Completion of the needs assessment is voluntary by the Soldier, DA Civilian, or Family member. (paragraph 1-6)
When must DPA reporting be conducted in ADPAAS?
DPA reporting will not be conducted in ADPAAS prior to a disaster event occurring. (paragraph 3-2)