MCO 1610.7B — Performance Evaluation System (short Title: Pes)

MCO 1610.7B governs the Marine Corps Performance Evaluation System and fitness report procedures.

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• Publication number: MCO 1610.7B
• Title: PERFORMANCE EVALUATION SYSTEM (SHORT TITLE: PES)
• Date: 5 Jun 2023
• Proponent: 01000 Military Personnel
• Status: Current

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It covers reporting chains, reporting occasions, fitness report preparation, adverse reports, submission, access, audits, and corrections. It requires objective evaluations, accurate and timely reporting, and defined procedures for adverse and substantive corrections.

Topics covered

• Performance Evaluation System
• Fitness report submission schedules
• Reporting occasions
• Adverse report procedures
• Fitness report preparation
• Addendum pages
• Fitness report audits
• Substantive corrections

Questions and answers

What standard applies to fitness report evaluations?

Reporting officials must provide objective and thorough evaluations. (paragraph 5)

Are inflated fitness report markings allowed?

Inflationary markings only serve to dilute the actual value of each report, rendering the fitness report ineffective. (paragraph 5)

What is a fitness report not used for?

The fitness report is not: (1) A disciplinary tool. (2) A lever to exert influence. (3) A counseling document for the MRO. (paragraph 5)

When is an addendum page normally used with a fitness report?

The addendum page is normally the only attachment to the fitness report. (paragraph 5)

What must happen before the Reporting Senior certifies a fitness report?

Prior to certifying, ensure the accuracy and completeness of sections A through I per the provisions of this Order. (paragraph 6)

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