Examples of Corrective Training

The following are examples of what I would consider appropriate corrective training:

1. Soldier fails an inspection, have the Solider repeat the inspection until they meet the standard

2. Solider is consistently late to work, have the Soldier report to a specific location at specified times until the deficiency is corrected. Example: Have the Soldier report to you every hour on the hour from 1700-2400. If the Soldier completes the corrective training to standard the training should end.

3. Soldier does not keep a professional uniform appearance, have the Soldier report to you every hour on the hour in a specific uniform and conduct and inspection of the uniform. Example: ACUs, PT, Blues, AGSU.

4. Soldier does not perform a designated task to standard. First make sure the Soldier has been properly trained on the task. If the Soldier is properly trained have the Soldier perform the task to standard until they can do it correctly.

5. Soldier fails to perform task to standard, have the Soldier write a 500-1000 word essay on an appropriate subject. Example: Soldier is late to work, have the Soldier write an essay on the importance of being on time and how being late impacts the rest of the team.

6. Soldier fails to wear their seatbelt. Have the Soldier stand in the parking lot before PT and remind drivers to wear their seatbelts.

7. Soldiers fails PT test…conduct realistic and appropriate PT designed to help the Soldier pass the PT test. This could conintue until the Soldier passes their PT test. You can conduct this training during or after normal duty hours. You can develop an exercise plan and have the Soldier follow that plan during normal PT and conduct an assessment PT test every two weeks

It is imperative that the leader set the example and be present while conducting corrective training. Do not have someone else supervise your Soldier performing corrective training. It is unprofessional and shows the Soldier you do not care! Show up on time in the proper uniform. When Soldiers know you are willing to give up your personal time to conduct training they will get the message you are not messing around and word will travel fast!

Poor examples of corrective training:

1. Having a Soldier clean the latrine floor with a toothbrush.

2. Having a Soldier cut grass with scissors and a ruler.

3. Having a Soldier cut grass with a lawn mover with a flashlight and reflective vest.

4. Having a Soldier wear a sign stating the offense. Example; Sign reads I got caught not wearing my seat belt.

5. Having the Soldier do an unreasonable number of exercises. See our class on corrective training and exercise at YOUTUBE: Mentor Military

Rules for corrective training:

1. Must be related to the offense

2. Can only last until the deficiency is corrected

3. Cannot be used or appear to be punishment

4. Cannot be used instead of an Article 15

5. Can be conduct after normal duty hours

Experience tells us corrective training:

1. Cannot be unreasonable

2. You must provide appropriate resources

3. Must be safe

4. Cannot be humiliating

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