30SWI34-201 — Vandenberg Air Force Base Honor Guard Program

30SWI34-201 governs the Vandenberg Air Force Base Honor Guard program, including its staffing, ceremonies, uniforms, and operations.

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  • Publication number: 30SWI34-201
  • Title: VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE HONOR GUARD PROGRAM
  • Date: 2018-07-18

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It covers ceremonial honor requests, Honor Guard team assignment and membership criteria, weapons handling, awards, uniform wear, and standing orders. It requires submission timelines, training, fitness and conduct standards, equipment controls, and adherence to transportation and alcohol rules.

Applies to: It applies to all base and tenant units assigned to and located on Vandenberg Air Force Base.

Topics covered

  • Ceremonial honor requests
  • Honor Guard team assignment
  • Honor Guard membership criteria
  • Weapons handling procedures
  • Awards and recognition
  • Honor Guard uniform wear
  • Honor Guard standing orders

Questions and answers

How far in advance must military ceremonial honor requests be submitted?

All military requests for ceremonial honors will be submitted to the HG NCOIC at least 7 days before the scheduled event. (paragraph 2)

How far in advance must civilian ceremonial honor requests be submitted?

All civilian ceremonial requests will be submitted to the 30th Space Wing Public Affairs office (30 SW/PA) at least 15 days before the scheduled event. (paragraph 2)

How long is assignment to the Honor Guard team?

Assignment to the HG is for a minimum term of 1 year. (paragraph 3)

What physical requirement applies to Honor Guard membership?

Be able to meet the physical demands for performance of HG duties to include, but not limited to supporting the shared weight of a 500-pound casket with 5 other team members. (paragraph 5)

Can Honor Guard weapons be secured in a locked vehicle?

Weapons and ammunition will not be secured in a locked vehicle. (paragraph 6)

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