TINKERAFBI10-229 — Release Of Personnel Due To Hazardous Weather Or Emergency Conditions

TINKERAFBI10-229 governs personnel release decisions and procedures for hazardous weather or emergency conditions at Tinker AFB.

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  • Publication number: TINKERAFBI10-229
  • Title: RELEASE OF PERSONNEL DUE TO HAZARDOUS WEATHER OR EMERGENCY CONDITIONS
  • Date: 2026-06-10

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It establishes the Commander’s authority, available administrative release options, evacuation procedures, and responses to isolated emergency events. It requires coordination, annual notification, and approval for actions excusing personnel without charge to leave.

Applies to: This instruction is applicable to all Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) organizations located at Tinker AFB, OK.

Topics covered

  • Hazardous weather release options
  • Installation evacuation procedures
  • Isolated emergency events
  • Administrative dismissal
  • Late reporting
  • Personnel notification
  • Weather essential personnel

Questions and answers

Who has authority to implement TINKERAFBI10-229?

The 72d Air Base Wing Commander (72 ABW/CC), 72d Air Base Wing Deputy Commander (72 ABW/CD) or 72d Mission Support Group Commander (72 MSG/CC), in the 72 ABW/CC’s absence, is the sole authority for implementing the provisions of this instruction. (paragraph 1)

Can organizations excuse personnel from duty without charging leave?

Organizations do not have the discretionary authority to implement any of the options or any procedures under the provisions of this instruction which excuse personnel from duty without charge to leave unless approved by the Commander. (paragraph 1)

How much late reporting may be excused during hazardous weather?

Depending on hazardous weather conditions, tardiness not in excess of two (2) hours may be excused as designated by the Commander. (paragraph 3)

What happens when an employee does not report during hazardous weather?

In the case of employees who do not report for duty during hazardous weather, employee must request unscheduled leave and will be charged for the full day. (paragraph 3)

How much notice is recommended for an installation evacuation?

A minimum of three (3) hours’ notice is recommended to safely evacuate the installation. (paragraph 2)

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