DAFPD90-3 — Inspector General

DAFPD90-3 governs Department of the Air Force Inspector General policy, inspections, and complaints resolution.

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  • Publication number: DAFPD90-3
  • Title: INSPECTOR GENERAL
  • Date: 2024-12-03

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It establishes a credible, independent, and responsive Complaints Resolution Program and an Inspection System covering discipline, economy, efficiency, and readiness. It assigns duties to the Inspector General and commanders, including oversight of investigations and independent inspection programs.

Applies to: It applies to all civilian employees and uniformed members of the Regular Air Force, the United States Space Force, the Air Force Reserve, the Air National Guard, and those who are contractually obligated to comply with Department of the Air Force publications.

Topics covered

  • Complaints Resolution Program
  • Department of the Air Force Inspection System
  • Inspector General investigations
  • Inspector General personnel training
  • Senior official misconduct allegations
  • Inspection-related visits
  • Independent inspection programs

Questions and answers

Who oversees Department of the Air Force Inspector General investigations?

Directs, conducts, recommends, or delegates Inspector General investigations and provides administrative oversight authority for all Department of the Air Force Inspector General investigations. (paragraph 2)

What does the Inspector General do with allegations against senior officials?

Assesses and determines the disposition of all allegations of misconduct made against Department of the Air Force senior officials; acts as repository for adverse information on Department of the Air Force senior officials; drafts adverse information summaries as needed for possible inclusion in a senior officer unfavorable information files; screens all officer promotion lists for open investigations or inquires; and conducts file checks for adverse or reportable information in support of military personnel actions. (paragraph 2)

Who serves as the gatekeeper for outside inspections and audits?

Serves as the single point of contact, also known as the gatekeeper, for all inspections, evaluations, assessments, and other inspection-related visits (including audits) conducted by outside entities (Government Accountability Office and others). (paragraph 2)

What must major command and equivalent commanders appoint?

Appoint an independent inspector general for their respective organizations who is directly responsible to the commander. (paragraph 2)

What inspection and complaints programs must commanders maintain?

Maintain independent inspection and complaints resolution programs in accordance with governing policies issued by the Department of the Air Force Inspector General. (paragraph 2)

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