DOVERAFBI31-101 — Unit Marshal Program

DOVERAFBI31-101 governs the Unit Marshal Program on Dover Air Force Base, including arming and response.

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  • Publication number: DOVERAFBI31-101
  • Title: Unit Marshal Program
  • Date: 2020-01-15

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It sets criteria for deciding which facilities require a program, establishes Unit Marshal roles during active shooter events, and addresses selection and vetting. It requires arming to comply with cited authorities and limits Unit Marshals to assigned work centers.

Topics covered

  • Unit Marshal Program
  • Arming authority
  • Facility risk assessments
  • Active shooter response
  • Unit Marshal selection and vetting
  • Lockdown procedures

Questions and answers

Who executes the Unit Marshal Program?

The UMP is a Unit Commander executed program. (paragraph 31-117)

Are Unit Marshals first responders?

Unit Marshals (UMs) are not first responders and will not “move to the threat.” (paragraph 31-117)

Can Unit Marshals pursue threats outside their assigned work center?

UMs will not pursue threats outside of their assigned work center. (paragraph 31-117)

What happens when a Unit Marshal facility implements lockdown procedures?

If the UM’s facility is directed to implement “Lockdown” procedures, the UM will follow the unit specific “Lockdown” actions. (paragraph 31-117)

What training requirements apply to Unit Marshals?

UMs will be reassigned to Arming Group A, IAW AFI 31-117, as they are performing force protection duties, and will meet training requirements as directed by AFI 31-117 and AFI 36-2226, Combat Arms Program. (paragraph 31-117)

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