PAM 600-35 — Scenarios For Conduct Between Soldiers Of Different Grades
PAM 600-35 governs Army procedures for interpersonal relationships between Soldiers of different ranks.
- Publication number: PAM 600-35
- Title: SCENARIOS FOR CONDUCT BETWEEN SOLDIERS OF DIFFERENT GRADES
- Date: 06/14/2022
- Proponent: G-1
- Status: ACTIVE
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It explains acceptable and unacceptable interpersonal relationships through examples of proper and improper conduct. It addresses favoritism, chain-of-command effects, authority, discipline, and morale.
Applies to: This pamphlet is intended to assist Soldiers, from our most senior leaders to our most junior Soldiers, in understanding the Army procedures on relationships between Soldiers of different ranks.
Topics covered
- Interpersonal relationships between Soldiers of different ranks
- Proper and improper relationships
- Prohibited relationships
- Favoritism and partiality
- Chain-of-command relationships
- Use of rank or position for personal gain
- Authority, discipline, and morale
Questions and answers
What relationships require particular care from commanders?
CDRs at all levels must be particularly careful in their relationships with subordinates, both male and female.
What does the publication say about dating between the staff officers?
While their dating is not an issue, taking advantage of his position to obtain CPT Salvadores release from duty is an example of wrongful activity by COL Murphy. (paragraph 2-3)
How can relationships between Soldiers affect unit cohesion?
Unit cohesion is hampered anytime relationships between the units members compromise the chain of command. (paragraph 1-5)
What must leaders use when distinguishing constructive and destructive relationships?
The leader must be counted on to use good judgment, experience, and discretion to draw the line between relationships that are destructive and those that are constructive. (paragraph 1-5)