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o dedicated to the mission and places high emphasis on mission-related tasks

o underwent tattoo removal procedures to present a more professional appearance

o completed a physically demanding ascent to the summit of Mt Fuji, 21,500 feet

o won first place in battalion physical fitness competition with extended APFT score of 486

o projected confidence and enthusiasm when assisting soldiers

o instilled confidence and pride in soldiers through mentorship

o motivated platoon to achieve 100% first time go rate on APFT

o appearance and military bearing were flawless

o selected for and competed with the All Army Women's Basketball Team, won the second place trophy

o developed a PT program for the staff which improved each score by at least 25 points

o selected Tobyhanna Army Depot's Athlete of the Year

o displays strong mental flexibility

o encourages soldiers to seek self-improvement

o bearing and appearance above reproach

o highly disciplined soldier in all aspects of bearing and appearance

o displayed tremendous physical attributes during NTC

o promoted platoon fitness by leading by example

o displayed exemplary military appearance

o mentally and physically fit to handle any task

o aspiring performer; sets and achieves high standards

o recognized by Battalion Commander for being an outstanding role model

o exceeded standards for appearance and bearing

o instills confidence and pride in soldiers through mentoring

o highly motivated; a way out front leader

o hand picked to run the Master Fitness Program for the battalion

o possesses mental and physical stamina to go the distance

o professional manner, commanding presence and dominant personality

o can adjust to any situation

o consistently sets the example for soldiers to follow

o appearance above reproach; displays positive image for soldiers to emulate

o selected NCO of the Quarter

DA PAM 623-3 Para 3-7

Action Required: The rater will enter one of the following APFT entries: “PASS” or “FAIL” and the date (YYYYMMDD) of the APFT results. APFT refers to both the PT test for NCOs without profiles consisting of pushups, sit-ups, and the two-mile run; and the alternate PT test as prescribed by health care personnel for NCOs with permanent profiles who have been cleared to take the alternate PT test.

If no APFT is taken due to profile, the entry will be: PROFILE and the year and month the profile was awarded within a 12 month period. These entries will reflect the NCO’s status on the date of the most recent record APFT administered by the unit within the 12-month period prior to the last rated day of supervision. Active Army NCOs take the record APFT twice per year, thus the 12 month period is the exception (that, deployed Soldiers unable to test twice per year).

Sample entries are PASS 20050105, FAIL 20050105, or PROFILE 20050105

NCOs who have a permanent profile and are cleared to take the alternate PT test, do not need the statement “profile does, or does not hinder duty performance.” The APFT is considered valid as long as it consists of one of the aerobic events (run, walk, bike, swim).

“Received APFT badge” may be entered as a bullet comment to justify “excellence.” The APFT badge is awarded for scores of 270 and above with at least 90 in each of the three events. Numerical scores will be used to justify “needs improvement“ ratings that are based solely on the APFT. It is optional to enter the APFT score for success ratings.

— Rater specific bullet examples are mandatory in Part IVc for the following:

• The rater will explain an APFT entry of FAIL or PROFILE.
  Comments on FAIL entries will address reasons for failure and note any progress toward meeting physical fitness standards (see AR 350–1).
  Comments on PROFILE (both permanent and temporary) will describe the rated NCO’s ability to perform assigned duties.
  Note, however, that if a NCO has appeared before a MOS Medical Retention Board (MMRB) and been determined fit for duty and deployable, rating officials may not state that the profile hinders duty performance.
• If the APFT has not been taken within twelve months of the THRU date of the report, and Soldier is not on any profile, the APFT data entry will be left blank. The rater will explain the absence of an APFT entry in Part IVc.
• An APFT entry is not required for Soldiers 60 years of age or older and pregnant NCOs who are exempt from the APFT in accordance with AR 40–501.
  Pregnant NCOs who have not taken the APFT within the last 12 months due to pregnancy, convalescent leave, and temporary profile, the rater will enter the following statement in part IVc: Exempt from APFT requirement in accordance with AR 40–501.
  NOTE: When using the electronic version, the APFT and HT/WT statement will be combined.
• As directed by the HQDA proponent for Army Physical Fitness Program (APFT), Deputy Chief of Staff G–3, deployed units unable to administer the APFT due to mission or conditions will annotate NCOERs with the following statement: “Soldier unable to take the APFT during this period due to deployment for combat operations/contingency operations”.
  NOTE: This does not exclude weight requirements.
• Personnel who meet Army minimum standards for APFT, but fail to meet unit standards, will not be given a rating of “needs improvement“ for physical fitness and military bearing if such rating is based solely on the failure to meet unit standards.

Reference: AR 350–1; AR 40–501; AR 600–9

Ref DA PAM 623-3 Para 3-7, "Comments on PROFILE (both permanent and temporary) will describe the rated NCO's ability to perform assigned duties."

o SSG Smith is exempt from APFT standards due to profile but is able to perform all assigned duties and is medically deployable

o made phenomenal progress in aerobic conditioning despite waiver for other two components; guaranteed success next test

o passed two out of three tests, on profile for third, is able to perform all assigned duties

o Soldier is on profile and unable to participate in APFT but is able to perform all assigned duties

o unable to participate in training or APFT due to medical condition, profile prevents Soldier from executing his duties as Infantryman and is not deployable

o exempt from weight control standards of AR 600–9; able to perform regular duties as Administrative NCOIC

Ref DA PAM 623-3 Para 3-7, "Comments on FAIL entries will address reasons for failure and note any progress toward meeting physical fitness standards."

o scored XXX overall, failed to participate in scheduled unit physical training sessions due to TDY; making phenomenal progress toward fitness goals

o passed two of three categories, regularly trains and significant progress has already been made on weak area since last test

o failed APFT due to exercise profile last quarter but is making progress and has surpassed scheduled fitness goals; on track to excel during next APFT test

o reduced run time by 25%; guaranteed success on next APFT run

o failed one of three events due to inability to participate in unit training due to medical condition; progress indicates Soldier is certain to pass next test

o failed aerobics test due to lack of preparation; enthusiastic daily participation in fitness program promises success next APFT