Inspector General Checklist

•    Be sure you have problem, not just a peeve.
  (Are the cooks turning out lousy chow or was It just one bad meal).

•    Give your chain of command a chance to solve the problem.
  (Many problems must be addressed to the chain of command for resolution anyway).

•    Contact your local IG first.
  (IG’s at higher commands will normally refer the case to the local IG for action).

•    Be honest; don’t provide misleading information.
  (IGs will discover the truth quickly in most cases and there are penalties for knowingly providing false information).

•    Keep in mind that IGs are not policy makers.
  (If a policy is flawed you can submit proposed change on a DA Form 2028).

•    Keep in mind that IGs can only recommend, not order a resolution.
  (Only Commanders can order; the role of the IG is to advise the Commander).

•    Remember IGs can only resolve a case on the basis of fact.
  (Your claim that a supervisor has violated the rules doesn’t make it fact. A claim must be supported with evidence).

•    Don’t expect instant action on your request. Be patient.
  (Investigations take time, and IGs tend to have heavy workloads).

•    Be prepared to take "No" for the answer.
  (In any case "Yes" or "No", the IG will explain why).

Phone: 772-5492