AFI36-3002_OFFUTTAFBSUP — Casualty Services

AFI36-3002_OFFUTTAFBSUP governs casualty notification, assistance, and reporting procedures for Offutt Air Force Base personnel.

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  • Publication number: AFI36-3002_OFFUTTAFBSUP
  • Title: CASUALTY SERVICES
  • Date: 2019-07-31

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The publication establishes 24/7, 365-day casualty assistance representative coverage and standardizes reporting for active duty members who are very seriously ill or seriously ill. It also specifies duties for commanders, medical personnel, chaplains, mortuary services, public affairs, and other supporting offices.

Applies to: System of Records Notice F 036 AF PCR, Casualty Files, applies.

Topics covered

  • Casualty assistance representative coverage
  • Casualty notification duties
  • Very seriously ill and seriously ill reporting
  • Family Liaison Officer support
  • Death gratuity paperwork
  • Emergency Family Member Travel
  • Casualty notification teams

Questions and answers

Who is identified for casualty notification duties at Offutt Air Force Base?

The installation commander ensures officers, assigned to Offutt AFB, are identified to the 55 FSS/FSFR Casualty Assistance Office for casualty notification duties.

What does the Casualty Assistance Office provide for a deceased member's next of kin?

The CAR will provide assistance to the deceased’s next of kin (NOK) by providing the death gratuity paperwork (EFT) and applying for all benefits.

What must the Wing Command Post do after learning of an active duty death?

Immediately notify the on-call CAR upon learning of an active duty death with any available information, such as Name, Rank, SSN, Time, Circumstances, and Source.

What must the Medical Treatment Facility do when personnel are hospitalized and listed as VSI or SI?

The MTF will provide a certified medical representative to be a member of the casualty notification team with the commander and chaplain.

When must the Casualty Assistance Representative contact the next of kin after a death?

Within 24 hours of the death, the CAR will contact the NOK and set-up a visit for mortuary and casualty to provide benefits/entitlements briefings.

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