USAFAI36-701 — Threats Of Violence By Civilian Employees

USAFAI36-701 governs supervisory responsibilities and procedures used in dealing with threats of violence by civilian employees.

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  • Publication number: USAFAI36-701
  • Title: THREATS OF VIOLENCE BY CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES
  • Date: 2024-06-11

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USAFAI36-701 defines threats of violence and addresses disciplinary action, administrative leave, security response, and temporary worksite detail. It requires supervisors to consider specified factors when determining whether an employee made a threat.

Applies to: This publication does not apply to Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) units or the Air National Guard (ANG).

Topics covered

  • Threats of violence by civilian employees
  • Disciplinary action
  • Administrative leave
  • Security Forces response
  • Temporary worksite detail
  • Threat assessment factors

Questions and answers

What qualifies as a threat of violence?

A threat of violence is a specific threat to physically harm another person or to damage property. (paragraph 1)

What disciplinary action applies to an employee who makes a threat of violence?

Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken against any employee who is found to have made such a threat of violence, or to have committed an act of violence. (paragraph 2)

What must a first-level supervisor do after learning about a threat?

If possible, the first-level supervisor must immediately inform a higher-management official within the organization, the Employee Assistance Program Manager, and the Civilian Personnel Section (10 FSS/FSCA) of the situation. (paragraph 3)

When should 10th Security Forces be called?

Call 10th Security Forces (10 SFS) (719-333-2000) for assistance in preventing violence and to escort the employee off base. (paragraph 3)

What is administrative leave in a threat of violence situation?

Based on the severity of the situation, place the employee on administrative leave (a temporary, nonduty pay status without charge to leave). (paragraph 3)

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