Updated FITREP Instruction
The FITREP instruction was just updated and is at the end of this post. Before we get to the file, below is a summary of changes that was e-mailed out by PERS. I will eventually update my FITREP guidance, but that will take a little bit. Here is the summary:
The Navy Performance Evaluation System (BUPERSINST 1610.10G) has been updated, effective 28 January 2025. These updates are designed to improve our evaluation process (see attached). Below are the key changes and action items to ensure compliance with the new policy:
Key Updates:
1. Performance Expectation Meetings
• Supervisors must conduct a performance expectation meeting within 30 days of a member’s check-in or previous evaluation date.
• Ensures clear expectations are set for performance evaluations.
2. New Narrative Requirements for Evaluations
• Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Assessment:
• Required narrative in evaluations of all E-4 and above, CPOs, and officers.
• Focus on command climate and handling of sexual harassment/assault cases.
• Get Real Get Better (GRGB) Comments:
• Now required for O-5/O-6 commanding officers and encouraged for all.
3. Terminology Changes
• “Full-Time Support (FTS)” is now “Training and Administration of the Reserves (TAR).”
• “Active Duty for Special Work (ADSW)” is now “Active Duty for Operational Support (ADOS).”
4. Warfighting & Mobilization Readiness in Evaluations
• Reserve Component (RC) reports must include warfighting readiness assessments and mobilization capability.
5. Senior Enlisted Reporting Changes
• MCPON, Fleet/Force Master Chiefs, and CMDCMs reporting to flag/general officers no longer require periodic or detachment reports.
6. Officer Evaluations for Academic Institutions
• Officers at academic institutions must now include career recommendations in their FITREPs.
7. Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) Updates
• Block 20 codes updated to reflect the latest Body Composition Assessment (BCA) and Physical Readiness Test (PRT) policies.
Action Required:
• Supervisors must conduct performance expectation meetings within 30 days of check-in or last evaluation.
• Ensure SAPR and GRGB narratives are included where required.
• Update terminology (FTS → TAR, ADSW → ADOS) in all command documents.
• Incorporate warfighting readiness assessments into Reserve Component evaluations.
• MCPON, Fleet/Force and CMDCM reports should comply with new reporting exemptions.
• Verify compliance with updated PFA codes in performance evaluations.
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