MCCHORDFIELDI24-302 — Vehicle Accident, Abuse and Idling

MCCHORDFIELDI24-302 governs vehicle accident, abuse reporting, repair funding, management, and idling procedures for Air Force vehicles.

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  • Publication number: MCCHORDFIELDI24-302
  • Title: Vehicle Accident, Abuse and Idling
  • Date: 2024-05-21

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The publication addresses accident and abuse investigations, incident reporting, repair funding, organizational responsibilities, and anti-idling limits. It requires specified reports, commander recommendations, reimbursement for accident and abuse repairs, and a five-minute idling limit for Air Force managed GMVs unless an exception applies.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all Active Duty, Reserve, Guard, Contractors, Department of Defense (DoD) Civilians assigned or attached to McChord Field.

Topics covered

  • Vehicle accident investigations
  • Vehicle abuse reporting
  • Repair funding
  • Accident documentation
  • Telematics data
  • Government vehicle idling limits

Questions and answers

How soon must an Air Force or Army vehicle accident be reported?

For Air Force or Army owned assets involved in an accident, notify 627 LRS/LGRV within 24 hours (or the next duty day) with a completed SF 91, Motor Vehicle Accident Report, and police report. (paragraph 3)

When can maintenance repairs begin after a vehicle accident?

Maintenance repairs will commence only after a thorough investigation has been completed. (paragraph 3)

Where must GSA vehicle accidents be reported?

The operator or using organization must report all accidents involving Government Services Administration (GSA) vehicles, regardless of damage to the GSA Accident Management Center (AMC) in accordance with GSA contract provisions. (paragraph 3)

When can repairs begin if vehicle damage is caused by abuse or neglect?

Repairs will not commence until a recommendation is made by the unit commander. (paragraph 3)

Who reimburses vehicle management for accident and abuse repair costs?

All vehicle management O&M funds expended for vehicle accident and abuse repair costs, including contract cost and civilian labor will be reimbursed to vehicle management by the owning organization, or the responsible organization for the damage. (paragraph 4)

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