PART 13 OF 22 (The Mikolashek Report)
r. DETAINEE ADMINISTRATION COLLECTION POINT/INTERNMENT FACILITY1). Can you tell me what basic publications that you use to get doctrine and standards for Detainee Operations? How are you applying standards/doctrine to your processing of Detainees?
2). How often does your immediate supervisor/commander come here to ensure that Detainee Operations is conducted in compliance with the international Law of war? How about other commanders in your chain of command?
3). Describe the in processing for Detainees at this Collection Point/Internment Facility. (TAGGING, EQUIPMENT, EVIDENCE, SWORN STATEMENTS, ETC)? By what means are they transported here? ? How long do Detainees typically stay here (12/24 hours is the standard for each location of captivity until they get to the Long Term Detention Facility)? How long does it typically take Detainees to get here after capture? How are they outprocessed and where do they go? How are they transported to the next higher level facility/Collection Point? (What is the documentation required for the transfer of prisoners/Civilian Internees? (What is the documentation required for the transfer of Detainees to other locations or to either MI Soldiers or other U.S. Government Agencies?)
4). What are the procedures for the transfer of custody of Detainees from the MP/Guard personnel to Military Intelligence personnel? When the detainee is returned to the guard force, what procedures occur? (what info is passed on to the Guard Force (type of reward?)…observation report, paper trail audit)
5). What is your Detainee segregation policy? (EPWs, Females, Juveniles, Civilian Internees (to include those that are security threats, those that are hostile to coalition forces, and possible HTD/HVD), and Retained Persons, Criminals, etc.)) What can you tell me about the categories of Detainees that you are holding? What are they and what are the definitions of the different categories that you detain? How are you organized to handle the different categories of Detainees (EPW, CI, HVD, OD, and refugees?)
6). What happens to weapons/contraband confiscated from Detainees? What happens to personal property? (Is it disposed of/tagged along with the Detainee and is it stored properly and accounted for?) Why is the DD Form 2745 (Capture Tag) not being used in country? Who gave the authority not to use this form? What are units using in lieu of (if any)? ((Detainee Capture Card found in draft MTTP, Detainee Ops—this card does not require near as much data as DD 2745. The CPA Apprehension Form helps offset the lack of info on the Detainee, however it is in single copy (not the 3 required))) Who decided on the use of the Coalition Provisional Authority Apprehension Form? Why and under whose authority?
7). How are interpreters (linguists/translators) used in this Collection Point/Internment Facility? How many do you have at your disposal? How do you obtain them? Do you and your Soldiers trust them?
8). (COLLECTING POINT ONLY) Are the daily food rations sufficient in quantity or quality and variety to keep detainees in good health (HOW MUCH FOOD DO THEY GET)? Are personal hygiene items and needed clothing being supplied to the Detainees if they are kept longer than 12/24 hours here? Explain?
9). Are you aware of your requirement to report abuse or suspected abuse of detainees?
10). Do your subordinates know the reporting procedures if they observe or become aware of a Detainee being abused?
11). What steps would you take if a subordinate reported to you an incident of alleged Detainee abuse? Do you feel you can freely report an incident of alleged Detainee abuse outside Command channels (IG, CID)
12). What procedures do you have to report suspected detainee abuse (IG, CID, Next Level Commander)
13). What procedures are in place for Detainees to report alleged abuse?
14). What do you perceive as the mission of your unit? Describe the importance of your role in that mission.
15). Describe your working environment and living conditions since being in Theater.
16). Describe the unit command climate and Soldier morale. Has it changed or evolved since you have been in Theater
17). Are you aware of any incidences of detainee or other abuse in your unit?
18). ADVISEMENT OF RIGHTS (For military personnel)
The text of Article 31 provides as follows a. No person subject to this chapter may compel any person to incriminate himself or to answer any questions the answer to which may tend to incriminate him. b. No person subject to this chapter may interrogate or request any statement from an accused or a person suspected of an offense without first informing him of the nature of the accusation and advising him that he does not have to make any statement regarding the offense of which he is accused or suspected, and that any statement made by him may be used as evidence against him in a trial by court-martial. c. No person subject to this chapter may compel any person to make a statement or produce evidence before any military tribunal if the statement or evidence is not material to the issue and may tend to degrade him. d. No statement obtained from any person in violation of this article, or through the use of coercion, unlawful influence, or unlawful inducement, may be received in evidence against him in a trial by court-martial.
19). I am _______(grade, if any, and name), a member of the (DAIG). I am part of a team inspecting detainee operations, this is not a criminal investigation. I am reading you your rights because of a statement you made causes me to suspect that you may have committed ________________. (specify offense, i.e. aggravated assault, assault, murder). Under Article 31, you have the right to remain silent, that is, say nothing at all. Any statement you make, oral or written, may be used as evidence against you in a trial by courts-martial or in other judicial or administrative proceedings. You have the right to consult a lawyer and to have a lawyer present during this interview. You have the right to military legal counsel free of charge. In addition to military counsel, you are entitled to civilian counsel of your own choosing, at your own expense. You may request a lawyer at any time during this interview. If you decide to answer questions, you may stop the questioning at any time. Do you understand your rights? Do you want a lawyer? (If the answer is yes, cease all questions at this point). Are you willing to answer questions?
20). Describe what you understand happened leading up to and during the incident(s) of abuse.
21). Describe Soldier morale, feelings and emotional state prior to and after these incidents?
22). Was this incident reported to the chain of command? How, when & what was done? What would you have done?
23). How could the incident have been prevented?
24). Describe any unit training or other programs that you are aware of that teach leaders and Soldiers how to recognize and resolve combat stress.
25). What measures are in place to boost morale or to relieve stress?
26). What measures could the command enact to improve the morale and command climate of your unit
2. SENSING SESSION QUESTIONS
a. NCO (Point of Capture)1). What regulations, directives, policies, are you aware of that deal with detainee operations?
2). Did you and all of your Soldiers undergo Law of War/Geneva Convention training prior to deployment? Explain what training occurred. Did this training include the treatment of Detainees? What is your plan to train new Soldiers (replacements) to the unit? Explain.
3). What training did your unit receive on the established Rules of Engagement (ROE)? How often does this occur? Does this training include Rules of Interaction (ROI) (How can you interact with the detainees)?
4). Does your unit conduct sustainment training for Detainee Operations? How often does this occur and please describe it? When did your unit last conduct this training?
5). What Home Station/Mob Site Training did your unit conduct prior to deployment to help your unit prepare for Detainee Operations? Describe it. How did the training prepare you to conduct Detainee Operations for this deployment? What are your unit's strengths and weaknesses? How did this training distinguish between the different categories of Detainees (EPWs, RPs, CIs, etc.)?
6). Describe the training you received During PLDC/BNCOC/ANCOC in handling/processing Detainees. How was it helpful in preparing you for Detainee Operations? How would you improve the training at the schoolhouse?
7). What procedures are in place to ensure Soldiers understand the use of force and rules of engagement? (ROE Card? Etc)
8). How do you maintain discipline and security until the detainees are handed off to higher? Describe the training/GUIDANCE the guard force received to prepare them for their duties?
9). What is the minimum standard of treatment US Soldiers must provide detainees? What policies/procedures does your unit have to ensure the humane treatment of Detainees? What procedures does your unit have in place to ensure that Detainees are protected, safeguarded, and accounted for?
10). How do you tag detainees for processing? ) (CPA Forces Apprehension Form, two sworn statements, EPW tag) What procedures do you go through? How do you tag equipment? ( are they tagged with DD Form 2745)? What about evidence? What procedures do you use to process equipment/evidence? What about confiscated personal affects? Where do you store Detainees' confiscated personal affects (if any)?
11). What is your ratio of guards to detainees? Is this ratio the proper mix for you to perform your mission? If not, what are the shortfalls? Why are their shortfalls? How do these shortfalls impact your mission?
12). What is the number of personnel needed to maintain security for the detainees until they are processed to a higher collection point?
13). What is the number of personnel needed to move prisoners within the holding area (i.e. from one point to another, for medical, evacuation, etc.)?
14). How long do you keep detainees at the unit collection point? In relation to the Collection Point, how far away are your ammunition and fuel storage sites? Where is your Tactical Operation Center (TOC)? Where is your screening site where MI Soldiers interrogate Detainees?
15). Do you maintain a separate site for sick or wounded Detainees? If so where is it and how does your unit maintain the security and safeguarding of Detainees there? How about female Detainees? How and where do you house them?
16). What are the procedures for transporting and evacuating detainees? What procedures are in place to account for or dispose of captured enemy supplies and equipment?
17). What transportation problems is the unit experiencing either to move troops or detainees during the operation?
18). What is the most important factor that you would address in terms of personnel resources in regards to a successful detainee operation?
19). What equipment is the unit experiencing as a shortfall concerning detainee operations, (i.e., restraints, uniforms, CIF items, weapons, etc)?
20). How do the Detainees receive fresh water (Bottled water or Lister bag)?
21). What types of supplies is greater in-demand for the unit during detainee operations? And are these items regularly filled?
22). What procedures are in place when a detainee in U S custody dies?
23). Do you know of the procedures to get stress counseling (Psychiatrist, Chaplain, Medical)? Do your Soldiers know of the procedures to get counseling (Psychiatrist, Chaplain, Medical)?
24). Are you aware of your requirement to report abuse or suspected abuse of detainees?
25). Do your subordinates know the reporting procedures if they observe or become aware of a Detainee being abused?
26). What steps would you take if a subordinate reported to you an incident of alleged Detainee abuse?
27). Do you feel you can freely report an incident of alleged Detainee abuse outside Command channels (IG, CID)?
28). What procedures do you have to report suspected detainee abuse (IG, CID, Next Level Commander)?
29). What procedures are in place for detainees to report alleged abuse?
30). What do you perceive as the mission of your unit? Describe the importance of your role in that mission.
31). Describe your working environment and living conditions since being in Theater.
32). Describe the unit command climate and Soldier morale. Has it changed or evolved since you have been in Theater?
33). Please provide by show of hands if you aware of any incidences of detainee or other abuse in your unit? (Those that raise their hands, need to be noted and interviewed individually afterwards using the ABUSE QUESTIONNAIRE)
b. SOLDIER (Point of Capture)1). Did you undergo Law of War training prior to deployment? Explain what training occurred. Did this training include the treatment of Detainees? Explain.
2). Describe the training/guidance you received to prepare you for handling/guarding the detainees. Does your unit conduct sustainment training for Detainee Operations in Theater? How often does this occur and please describe it? When did your unit last conduct this training?
3). What Home Station/Mob Site Training did your unit conduct prior to deployment to help your unit prepare for Detainee Operations? Describe it. (5Ss & T) How did the training prepare you to conduct Detainee Operations for this deployment? What are your unit's strengths and weaknesses? How did this training distinguish between the different categories of Detainees (EPWs, RPs, CIs, etc.)? What training have you received to ensure your knowledge of DO is IAW the provisions under the Geneva Convention?
4). Describe the training you received during Basic Training in handling/processing Detainees. How was it helpful in preparing you for Detainee Operations? How would you improve the training at the schoolhouse?
5). How does your unit train on the established Rules of Engagement (ROE)? How often does this occur? Does this training include Rules of Interaction (ROI)? What about Standards of Conduct? (How can you interact with the detainees)? What guidance or policies have you been trained/briefed on to ensure you understand interaction/ fraternization and that it is not taking place between U.S. military personnel and the detainees?
6). What procedures has your leadership developed to ensure you understand the use of force and the rules of engagement?
7). How is your unit ensuring that all Detainees are protected, safeguarded, and accounted for IAW the 5Ss & T?
8). How do you tag detainees for processing (CPA Form, DD Form 2745)? What procedures do you go through? How do you tag equipment (DD Form 2745, DA Form 4137)? What about evidence (DD Form 2745, DA Form 4137)? What procedures do you use to process equipment/evidence? What about confiscated personal affects? Where do you store Detainees' confiscated personal affects (if any)?
9). What are the procedures for transporting and evacuating detainees?
10). What transportation problems is the unit experiencing either to move troops or detainees during the operation?
11). What is the ratio of guards to detainees? Is this ratio the proper mix for you to perform your mission? If not, what are the shortfalls? Why are their shortfalls? How do these shortfalls impact your mission?
12). What equipment is the unit experiencing as a shortfall concerning detainee operations, (i.e., restraints, uniforms, CIF items, weapons, etc.)?
13). Describe the latrine facilities for Detainees' use (do they have access to it day and night and does it conform to the rules of hygiene and do females have separate facilities). How are they cleaned and how often and by whom? Where do they bathe and conduct other personal hygiene (this will depend how long it takes to evacuate Detainees to CO/BN?
14). How do the Detainees receive fresh water (Bottled water or Lister bag)?
15). Do you know of the procedures to get stress counseling (Psychiatrist, Chaplain, Medical)?
16). Are you aware of your requirement to report abuse or suspected abuse of detainees?
17). Do you feel you can freely report an incident of alleged Detainee abuse outside Command channels (IG, CID)?
18). What procedures do you have to report suspected detainee abuse (IG, CID, Next Level Commander)?
19). What procedures are in place for detainees to report alleged abuse?
20). What do you perceive as the mission of your unit? Describe the importance of your role in that mission.
21). Describe your working environment and living conditions since being in Theater. (Identify physical and psychological impact on Soldier's attitude).
22). Describe the unit command climate and Soldier morale. Has it changed or evolved since you have been in Theater?
23). Please provide by show of hands if you aware of any incidences of detainee or other abuse in your unit. (Those that raise their hands, need to be noted and interviewed individually afterwards using the ABUSE QUESTIONNAIRE)
c. GUARD FORCE (NCO) COLLECTION POINT & INTERNMENT FACILITY1). How did you prepare yourself and your Soldiers to become familiar with and understand the applicable regulations, OPORDS/FRAGOs directives, international laws and administrative procedures to operate an I/R facility or Collection Point?
2). Did you and all of your Soldiers undergo Law of War training prior to deployment? Explain what training occurred. What is your plan to train new Soldiers (replacements) to the unit? Did this training include the treatment of Detainees? Explain.
3). What policies/procedures does your unit have in place to support the U.S. policy relative to the humane treatment of Detainees?
4). Does your unit have a formal training program for the care and control of Detainees? Describe what it includes. (For Permanent Internment Facilities only)
5). What training did your unit receive on the established Rules of Engagement (ROE)? How often does this occur? Does this training include Rules of Interaction (ROI)?
6). What procedures do you have in place to ensure Soldiers understand the use of force and rules of engagement for the interment facility/collection point? What guidance or policies do you have to ensure fraternization is not taking place between U.S. military personnel and the detainees?
7). Describe the training the guard force received to prepare them for their duties (5Ss & T)) How does your unit conduct sustainment training for Detainee Operations in Theater? How often does this occur and please describe it? When did your unit last conduct this training?
8). What Home Station/Mob Site Training did your unit conduct prior to deployment to help your unit prepare for Detainee Operations? Describe it. How did the training prepare you to conduct Detainee Operations for this deployment? What are your unit's strengths and weaknesses? How did this training distinguish between the different categories of Detainees (EPWs, RPs, CIs, etc.)?
9). Describe the training you received during your last Military Institutional School (BNCOC/ANCOC) in handling/processing Detainees. How was it helpful in preparing you for Detainee Operations? How would you improve the training at the schoolhouse?
10). What are some of the basic operations of the collection point/internment facility? Is there a copy of the Geneva Convention posted in the detainee’s home language within these camps? Are camps segregating Detainees by nationality, language, rank, and sex? How are captured Medical personnel and Chaplains being used in the camps? What provisions are in place for the receipt and distribution of Detainee correspondence/mail? Are the daily food rations sufficient in quantity or quality and variety to keep detainees in good health? Are personal hygiene items and needed clothing being supplied to the Detainees? Are the conditions within the camp sanitary enough to ensure a clean and healthy environment free from disease and epidemics? Is there an infirmary located within the camp?
11). What control measures are your unit using to maintain discipline and security in the collection point/internment facility?
12). What procedures are in place to account for and dispose of captured enemy supplies and equipment? What procedures are in place to process personnel, equipment, and evidence?
13). What is your ratio of guards to detainees in your collection point/internment facility? Is this ratio the proper mix for you to perform your mission? If not, what are the shortfalls? Why are their shortfalls? How do these shortfalls impact your mission?
14). How are you organized to handle the different categories of personnel (EPW, CI, OD, females, juveniles and refugees)? Do you maintain a separate site for sick or wounded Detainees? If so where is it and how does your unit maintain the security and safeguarding of Detainees there?
15). What is the number of personnel needed to escort prisoners internally and externally? (i.e. for medical, evacuation, etc.)?
16). What are the procedures for transporting and evacuating detainees? What are the procedures for transferring Detainees from the collection points to US Military controlled detention facilities? How is the transfer of Detainees handled between different services?
17). What are the procedures for the transfer of custody of Detainees from the collection points/internment facility to Military Intelligence/OGA personnel? When the detainee is returned to the guard force, what procedures occur with the detainee? (in processing, medical screening, suicide watch, observation report DD Form 2713?, etc)
18). What MP units (guards, escort, detachments) do you have at your disposal to operate and maintain this collection point/internment facility? What non-MP units are you using to help operate this collection point/internment facility? If you do not use MP teams, what forces are required to operate the Collection Point (guard, security etc)? Do you have any shortfalls in performing the Collection Point mission? How does this affect your doctrinal mission? How long are you holding Detainees at the collection point? Is holding the detainees longer than the 12/24 hours impacting on your units’ ability to perform its mission? Why?
19). Describe how this unit is able to maintain the security and safeguarding of Detainees at this interment facility/collection point. Describe your security requirements. (What are your clear zones? How do your Guard Towers permit an unobstructed view of the clear zone and how do they allow for overlapping fields of fire? Describe your perimeter security.
20). How do you maintain a high state of discipline with your Soldiers to enhance the internal and external security of the internment facility/Collection Point?
21). Does this facility include Sally Ports? Describe the system in place.
22). What do you have in place for communications (between guards/towers and the TOC/C2)? What problems do you have? How do you overcome them?
23). Describe the latrine facilities for Detainees' use (do they have access to it day and night and does it conform to the rules of hygiene and do females have separate facilities). How are they cleaned and how often and by whom? Where do they bathe and conduct other personal hygiene (this will depend how long it takes to evacuate Detainees to U.S. Military Controlled Detention Facilities—12/24 hours is the standard)?
24). How do the Detainees receive fresh water (Bottled water or Lister bag)?
25). Can you give some examples of contraband? What are the procedures when you find contraband?? (i.e.., Knives, Narcotics, weapons, currency)
26). Describe your lighting systems at the Facility/Collection Point (how does it affect security) . How about heating during the winter? What fire prevention/safety measures are in place?
27). How are Detainee complaints and requests to the camp commander processed?
28). What are your shortcomings/problems in feeding the population? What is the menu of the population?
29). What problems, if any, do you feel the unit has regarding manning or personnel resourcing in conducting Detention Operations? What about the number of personnel to control the detention operation in regards to riot control?
30). What personal equipment is the unit experiencing as a shortfall concerning detainee operations, (i.e., restraints, uniforms, CIF items, weapons, etc.)?
31). What types of supplies is greater in-demand for the unit during detainee operations? And are these items regularly filled? What major shortfalls has the unit encountered in regard to materiel and supply distribution?
32). What transportation problems is the unit experiencing to move detainees during the operation?
33). What safety programs/policies are currently being used in the Detainee camps?
34). Do you know of the procedures to get stress counseling (Psychiatrist, Chaplain, Medical)? Do your Soldiers know of the procedures to get counseling (Psychiatrist, Chaplain, Medical)?
35). Are you aware of your requirement to report abuse or suspected abuse of detainees?
36). Do your subordinates know the reporting procedures if they observe or become aware of a Detainee being abused?
37). What steps would you take if a subordinate reported to you an incident of alleged Detainee abuse?
38). Do you feel you can freely report an incident of alleged Detainee abuse outside Command channels (IG, CID)
39). What procedures do you have to report suspected detainee abuse (IG, CID, Next Level Commander)?
40). What systems are in place for detainees to report alleged abuse?
41). What do you perceive as the mission of your unit? Describe the importance of your role in that mission.
42). Describe your working environment and living conditions since being in Theater.
43). Describe the unit command climate and Soldier morale. Has it changed or evolved since you have been in Theater?
44). Please provide by show of hands if you aware of any incidences of detainee or other abuse in your unit? (Those that raise their hands, need to be noted and interviewed individually afterwards using the ABUSE QUESTIONNAIRE)
d. GUARD FORCE (ENLISTED) COLLECTION POINT & INTERNMENT FACILITY1). Did all of you undergo Law of War training prior to deployment? Explain what training occurred. Is there a plan to train new Soldiers (replacements) to the unit? Did this training include the treatment of Detainees? Explain.
2). What training have you received to ensure your knowledge of DO is IAW the provisions under the Geneva Convention? (5Ss & T)
3). What training did your unit receive on the established Rules of Engagement (ROE)? How often does this occur? Does this training include Rules of Interaction (ROI)?
4). Describe the training the guard force received to prepare them for their duties.
5). How does your unit conduct sustainment training for Detainee Operations here in Theater? How often does this occur and please describe it? When did your unit last conduct this training?
6). (For Permanent Internment Facilities only) Does your unit have a formal training program for the care and control of Detainees? Describe what it includes.
7). What Home Station/Mob Site Training did your unit conduct prior to deployment to help your unit prepare for Detainee Operations? Describe it. How did the training prepare you to conduct Detainee Operations for this deployment? How did this training distinguish between the different categories of Detainees (EPWs, RPs, CIs, etc.)
8). What are some of the basic operations of the collection point/facility? Is there a copy of the Geneva Convention posted in the detainee’s home language within these camps? Are camps segregating Detainees by nationality, language, rank, and sex? What provisions are in place for the receipt and distribution of Detainee correspondence/mail? Are personal hygiene items and needed clothing being supplied to the Detainees? Are the conditions within the camp sanitary enough to ensure a clean and healthy environment free from disease and epidemics? Is there an infirmary located within the camp?
9). What is the maximum capacity for this particular collection point/facility? What is the current Detainee population? What is your ratio of guards to detainees in the collection point/facility? Is this ratio the proper mix for you to perform your mission? If not, what are the shortfalls? Why are their shortfalls? How do these shortfalls impact your mission?
10). What control measures are units using to maintain discipline and security in each collection point/facility?
11). Describe how this unit is able to maintain the security and safeguarding of Detainees at this collection point/interment facility. Describe your security requirements. (What are your clear zones)? How do your Guard Towers permit an unobstructed view of the clear zone and how do they allow for overlapping fields of fire? Describe your perimeter security.
12). What MP units (guards, escort, detachments) do you have at your disposal to operate and maintain this collection point/facility? What non-MP units are you using to help operate this collection point/facility?
13). What is the number of personnel that is needed to move prisoners internally and externally, (i.e. for medical, evacuation, etc.)?
14). How are you organized to handle the different categories of personnel (EPW, CI, OD, and refuges)? How many female Detainees are housed here? How and where do you house them? How do you maintain separation from the male population (during the day or during recreational activities)? What about other categories (juveniles, CI, RP, etc)? What about other categories (juveniles, CI, RP, etc)? Do you maintain a separate site for sick or wounded Detainees? If so where is it and how does your unit maintain the security and safeguarding of Detainees there?
15). (Collection Point only) How long are you holding Detainees at the collection point? Is holding the detainees longer than the 12 hours (FWD CP) or 24 hours (Central CP) impacting on your units’ ability to perform its mission? Why?
16). What procedures are in place to account for and dispose of captured enemy supplies and equipment?
17). Can you give some examples of contraband? What are the procedures when you find contraband?? (i.e.., Knives, Narcotics, weapons, currency)
18). (Collection Point only ) What are the procedures for transporting and evacuating detainees?
19). What are the procedures for the transfer of Detainees from the collection points to US Military controlled detention facilities? How is the transfer of Detainees handled between different services?
20). What are the procedures for the transfer of custody of Detainees from the collection points/internment facility to Military Intelligence/OGA personnel? When the detainee is returned to the guard force, what procedures occur with the detainee? (in processing, medical screening, suicide watch, observation report DD Form 2713?, etc)
21). Does this facility include Sally Ports? Describe the system in place.
22). What do you have in place for communications (between guards/towers and the TOC/C2)? What problems do you have?
23). How do the Detainees receive fresh water (Bottled water or Lister bag)?
24). How are Detainee complaints and requests to the internment facility commander processed?
25). What safety programs/policies are currently being used in the internment facilities?
26). What personal equipment is the unit experiencing as a shortfall concerning detainee operations, (i.e., restraints, uniforms, CIF items, weapons, etc.)?
27). What transportation problems is the unit experiencing either to move troops or detainees during the operation?
28). What problems, if any, do you feel the unit has regarding manning or personnel resourcing in conducting Detention Operations?
29). Do you know of the procedures to get stress counseling (Psychiatrist, Chaplain, Medical)?
30). Are you aware of your requirement to report abuse or suspected abuse of detainees?
31). Do you feel you can freely report an incident of alleged Detainee abuse outside Command channels (IG, CID)
32). What procedures do you have to report suspected detainee abuse (IG, CID, Next Level Commander)
33). What procedures are in place for detainees to report alleged abuse?
34). What do you perceive as the mission of your unit? Describe the importance of your role in that mission.
35). Describe your working environment and living conditions since being in Theater.
36). Describe the unit command climate and Soldier morale. Has it changed or evolved since you have been in Theater?
37). Please provide by show of hands if you aware of any incidences of detainee or other abuse in your unit? (Those that raise their hands, need to be noted and interviewed individually afterwards using the ABUSE QUESTIONNAIRE)
e. ABUSE QUESTIONNAIRE.1). What do you perceive as the mission of your unit? Describe the importance of your role in that mission.
2). Describe your working environment and living conditions since being in Theater.
3). Describe the unit command climate and Soldier morale. Has it changed or evolved since you have been in Theater
4). Are you aware of any incidences of detainee or other abuse in your unit?
5). ADVISEMENT OF RIGHTS (For military personnel)
The text of Article 31 provides as follows a. No person subject to this chapter may compel any person to incriminate himself or to answer any questions the answer to which may tend to incriminate him. b. No person subject to this chapter may interrogate or request any statement from an accused or a person suspected of an offense without first informing him of the nature of the accusation and advising him that he does not have to make any statement regarding the offense of which he is accused or suspected, and that any statement made by him may be used as evidence against him in a trial by court-martial. c. No person subject to this chapter may compel any person to make a statement or produce evidence before any military tribunal if the statement or evidence is not material to the issue and may tend to degrade him. d. No statement obtained from any person in violation of this article, or through the use of coercion, unlawful influence, or unlawful inducement, may be received in evidence against him in a trial by court-martial. (1.2, 1.6)
6). I am _______(grade, if any, and name), a member of the (DAIG). I am part of a team inspecting detainee operations, this is not a criminal investigation. I am reading you your rights because of a statement you made causes me to suspect that you may have committed ________________. (specify offense, i.e. aggravated assault, assault, murder). Under Article 31, you have the right to remain silent, that is, say nothing at all. Any statement you make, oral or written, may be used as evidence against you in a trial by courts-martial or in other judicial or administrative proceedings. You have the right to consult a lawyer and to have a lawyer present during this interview. You have the right to military legal counsel free of charge. In addition to military counsel, you are entitled to civilian counsel of your own choosing, at your own expense. You may request a lawyer at any time during this interview. If you decide to answer questions, you may stop the questioning at any time. Do you understand your rights? Do you want a lawyer? (If the answer is yes, cease all questions at this point). Are you willing to answer questions?
7). Describe what you understand happened leading up to and during the incident(s) of abuse.
8). Describe Soldier morale, feelings and emotional state prior to and after these incidents?
9). Was this incident reported to the chain of command? How, when & what was done? What would you have done?
10). How could the incident have been prevented?
11). Describe any unit training or other programs that you are aware of that teach leaders and Soldiers how to recognize and resolve combat stress.
12). What measures are in place to boost morale or to relieve stress?
13). What measures could the command enact to improve the morale and command climate of your unit?
3. INSPECTION TOOLS.a. Receipt at the US Military Controlled Detention Facilities WorksheetUNIT: _____________ DATE: ____________ NAME: _____________
c. From Capture to the Collection Point WorksheetUNIT: _____________ DATE: ____________ NAME: ________________
d. PREVENTIVE MEDICINE SITE ASSESSMENT TOOL (FOR COLLECTION POINTS / INTERNMENT FACILITIES)PERSONAL HYGIENE SHOWERS
NUMBER OF SHOWERS: ____
SOAKAGE PITS / GOOD DRAINAGE / NO STANDING WATER: Y N
NON-POTABLE WATER SIGNS POSTED IN LOCAL LANGUAGE: Y N
SOAP / SHAMPOO & TOWELS PRESENT: Y N
CLEANLINESS: POOR FAIR GOOD EXCELLENT
FREQUENCY OF INSPECTION: DAILY WEEKLY MONTHLY
COMMENTS: _______________________________________________________________________________
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HAND WASHING STATIONS
OUTSIDE ALL LATRINES: Y N
IN FOOD SERVICE AREA: Y N
SOAKAGE PITS / GOOD DRAINAGE / NO STANDING WATER: Y N
SOAP & TOWELS PRESENT: Y N
NON-POTABLE WATER SIGNS POSTED IN LOCAL LANGUAGE: Y N
CLEANLINESS: POOR FAIR GOOD EXCELLENT
FREQUENCY OF INSPECTION: DAILY WEEKLY MONTHLY
COMMENTS: _______________________________________________________________________________
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LAUNDRY FACILITIES PRESENT ABSENT
SOAKAGE PITS / GOOD DRAINAGE / NO STANDING WATER: Y N
NON-POTABLE WATER SIGNS POSTED IN LOCAL LANGUAGE: Y N
CLEANLINESS: POOR FAIR GOOD EXCELLENT
FREQUENCY OF INSPECTION: DAILY WEEKLY MONTHLY
COMMENTS: _______________________________________________________________________________
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POTABLE WATER SUPPLY
QUANTITY AVAILABLE PER PERSON PER DAY (GALLONS): POTABLE
3-4 gal/person/day potable;3-15 gal/person/day non-potable NONPOTABLE
WATER SOURCE(S): SURFACE GROUND RAIN ROWPU
WATER CONTAINERS: 5-GAL CANS FABRIC DRUM TRAILER
SOAKAGE PITS / GOOD DRAINAGE / NO STANDING WATER: Y N
ALL SPIGOTS FUNCTIONAL: Y N
POTABLE WATER SIGNS POSTED IN LOCAL LANGUAGE: Y N
CONTAINER CLEANLINESS: POOR FAIR GOOD EXCELLENT
FREQUENCY OF INSPECTION: DAILY WEEKLY MONTHLY
COMMENTS: _______________________________________________________________________________
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FOOD SERVICE SANITATION
TYPE OF MEALS PROVIDED: MREs A/B/T RATIONS PREPARED
NUMBER OF MEALS SERVED PER DAY: ________
TRANSPORT VEHICLE CLEAN & COMPLETELY COVERED: Y N
FACILITY CLEANLINESS: POOR FAIR GOOD EXCELLENT
FREQUENCY OF INSPECTION: DAILY WEEKLY MONTHLY
COMMENTS: _______________________________________________________________________________
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IF HOT MEALS PREPARED:
REFRIG AT 45°F OR BELOW: Y N
ICE: APPROVED SOURCE / IN APPROPRIATE CONTAINER: Y N
FOOD CONTAINERS CLEAN & INSULATED: Y N
PALLETS FOR DRY STORAGE: Y N
FOOD NOT CONTAMINATED DURING PREP & SERVING: Y N
FOOD MAINTAINED AT CORRECT TEMP: Y N
(COLD < 45°F, HOT > 140°F)
LEFTOVERS PROPERLY DISPOSED: Y N
NO EVIDENCE OF SPOILAGE: Y N
FOOD THERMOMETERS USED: Y N
DISHWASHING THOROUGH & AT RIGHT TEMPS: Y N
WASTE CONTAINERS: COVERED / CLEAN / VERMIN-PROOF / EMPTIED OFTEN
FOOD SERVERS
PROPERLY TRAINED & DOCUMENTED: Y N
EVIDENCE OF COMMUNICABLE DISEASE: Y N
(SKIN INFECTION, RASH, CUT, BURN, RESP SYMPTOMS)
HANDS WASHED & GLOVED: Y N
HAIR RESTRAINTS (HATS / NETS): Y N
COMMENTS: _______________________________________________________________________________
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WASTE
NUMBER OF LATRINES: MALE _____
(FM 4-25.12: 1 per 25 males, 1 per 17 females) FEMALE ______
NOT SEPARATED _____
D-76
TYPE(S) OF LATRINES: CHEMICAL TRENCH/PIT BURN-OUT OTHER
LATRINES LOCATED 100 YDS DOWNWIND OF FOOD SERVICE: Y N
LATRINES LOCATED 100 FT FROM GROUND WATER SOURCE(S): Y N
CLEANLINESS: POOR FAIR GOOD EXCELLENT
FREQUENCY OF INSPECTION: DAILY WEEKLY MONTHLY
COMMENTS: _______________________________________________________________________________
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GARBAGE STORED 100 FT FROM ANY WATER SOURCE: Y N
GARBAGE IS: BURIED INCINERATED HAULED AWAY
CLEANLINESS: POOR FAIR GOOD EXCELLENT
FREQUENCY OF INSPECTION: DAILY WEEKLY MONTHLY
COMMENTS: _______________________________________________________________________________
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PEST CONTROL
SITE ON HIGH, WELL-DRAINED GROUND: Y N
SITE AT LEAST 1 MILE FROM STANDING WATER: Y N
BILLETS SCREENED: Y N
PESTICIDES AVAILABLE: Y N USED: Y N
INSECT REPELLENT AVAILABLE: Y N
SIGHTINGS OF LIVE OR DEAD RODENTS: Y N
DROPPINGS, GNAWINGS, BURROWS/HOLES, ODORS: Y N
EVIDENCE OF TRAPS, BAITS, OTHER CONTROLS: Y N
PRESENCE OF INSECTS: NONE FEW MANY
TYPE(S) OF INSECTS PRESENT: FLIES MOSQUITOES SAND FLIES
FREQUENCY OF INSPECTION: DAILY WEEKLY MONTHLY
COMMENTS: _______________________________________________________________________________
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WORK CONDITIONS
DETAINEES OBSERVED WORKING: Y N
IF YES: CLOTHING/PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT APPROPRIATE: Y N
WET BULB MONITORED BY: UNIT PVNTMED
METEOROLOGICAL SERVICE
WORK/REST CYCLES FOLLOWED: Y N
COMMENTS: _______________________________________________________________________________
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QUARTERS (INTERIOR & EXTERIOR)
ADEQUATE SPACE, LIGHTING, CLIMATE CONTROL: Y N
ADEQUATE LIGHTING: Y N
ADEQUATE CLIMATE CONTROL: Y N
EVIDENCE OF RODENTS: Y N
FOOD DEBRIS/TRASH PRESENT: Y N
STANDING WATER PRESENT: Y N
VEGETATION WITHIN XX FT OF QUARTERS: Y N
CLEANLINESS: POOR FAIR GOOD EXCELLENT
FREQUENCY OF INSPECTION: DAILY WEEKLY MONTHLY
COMMENTS: _______________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
FIELD SANITATION TEAM
APPOINTED: Y N TRAINED: Y N
SUPPLIES: Y N PERFORMING DUTIES: Y N
COLLECT COPIES OF (MOST RECENT? LAST 3?) PVNTMED INSPECTION REPORTS, INCLUDING SITE SURVEYS, FOOD SERVICE SANITATION INSPECTIONS, WATER ANALYSIS, PEST SURVEYS
e. COMBAT / OPERATIONAL STRESS QUESTIONNAIREPlease answer all questions completely and honestly. Your responses will remain anonymous.
1. Rank E1-4 E5-6 E7-9 O1-3 O4-6
2. Type of Unit PLT CO BN BDE Other
Rate the following statements regarding morale and unit cohesion (1 = strongly disagree, 5 = strongly agree):
3. The members of my unit know that they can depend on each other 1 2 3 4 5
4. The members of my unit are cooperative with each other 1 2 3 4 5.
5. The members of my unit stand up for each other 1 2 3 4 5.
6. The members of my unit were adequately trained for this mission 1 2 3 4 5
Rate the following statements regarding your unit's leadership (1 = never, 5 = always):
7. In your unit, how often do NCOs/officers tell soldiers when they have done a good job? 1 2 3 4 5
8. In your unit, how often do NCOs/officers embarrass soldiers in front of other soldiers? 1 2 3 4 5
9. In your unit, how often do NCOs/officers try to look good to higher-ups by assigning extra 1 2 3 4 5 missions or details to soldiers?
10. In your unit, how often do NCOs/officers exhibit clear thinking and reasonable action under stress? 1 2 3 4 5
Rate the following statements regarding access to mental health care (1 = strongly disagree, 5 = strongly agree):
11. I don't know where to get help 1 2 3 4 5
12. It is difficult to get an appointment 1 2 3 4 5
13. It's too difficult to get to the location where the mental health specialist is 1 2 3 4 5
14. I don't trust mental health professionals 1 2 3 4 5
15. My leadership would treat me differently 1 2 3 4 5
16. My leaders would blame me for the problem 1 2 3 4 5
17. I would be seen as weak 1 2 3 4 5
Rate the following statements regarding personal issues at home (1 = strongly disagree, 5 = strongly agree):
18. My relationship with my spouse is very stable 1 2 3 4 5
19. My relationship with my spouse makes me happy 1 2 3 4 5
20. Do you and/or your spouse have any plans to separate or divorce? Y N
21. My unit's rear detachment supports my family 1 2 3 4 5
22. My unit's family readiness group supports my family 1 2 3 4 5
Combat exposure:
23. How many times have you been attacked or ambushed? Never 1-5 times 6-10 times >10 times
24. How many times have you received small arms fire? Never 1-5 times 6-10 times >10 times
25. How many times have you seen dead bodies or human remains? Never 1-5 times 6-10 times >10 times
26. How many times have you cleared/searched buildings or homes? Never 1-5 times 6-10 times >10 times
27. How many times have you been responsible for the death of an enemy combatant? Never 1-5 times 6-10 times >10 times
Rate the level of concern you have regarding the following (1 = not concerned at all, 5 = very concerned):
28. Being separated from family 1 2 3 4 5
29. Uncertain redeployment date 1 2 3 4 5
30. Duration of deployment 1 2 3 4 5
31. Lack of privacy 1 2 3 4 5
32. Boring and repetitive work 1 2 3 4 5
33. Living conditions 1 2 3 4 5 strongly agree):
34. My training in handling the stresses of deployment was adequate 1 2 3 4 5
35. My training in recognizing stress in other soldiers was adequate 1 2 3 4 5
Thank you for your honest responses.