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BODY COMPOSITION PROGRAM/ MILITARY APPEARANCE PROGRAM
1. which of the following are responsibilities of a Commanding Officer (CO) or Officer in Charge (OIC)
according to BCMAP policies?: -Select and assign, in writing, a FFI or CPTR -Consideration of recommendations for temporary medical exemptions -Ensuring Marines receive a medical evaluation -Enforcing compliance with weight and body composition
2. Marines have NOT met the BCMAP standards when: their body weight and body fat percentages
exceed the maximum or minimum allowable limits
3. FFI and CPTR responsibilities: 1. thoroughly review all DoD and USMC BCMAP policies
2. Develop, implement, manage, and supervise BCP and MAP
3. Coordinating and supervising the execution of weigh ins and body composition evaluations (BCEs),
utilizing the body composition worksheet, BCP evaluation form, and MAP evaluation form
4. BCMAP Purpose: establishes, evaluates, and enforces compliance with optimal weight and body
composition standards.
5. BCMAP Scope: -all Marines will be periodically weighed
-Weigh-ins can occur the same day as a PFT or CFT -CO can order weigh-in for the unit or the individual
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6. Who can also order weigh-ins while conducting unannounced inspec- tions?: Inspector
General and Commanding General
7. What should COs and OICs do for Marines bellow the weight standard?: -
same level of assistance as overweight Marines
8. BCMAP responsibilities: -BCP: ensuring Marines are at the proper height and weight
-MAP: ensuring Marines Corps leadership is setting the example
9. Frequency of BCMAP weigh-ins: -Semi-Annual
- PCS
-Initial BCP assignment
10. Which of the following may occur if pregnancy, disease, or prescribed medications result in
excessive weight gain?: A temporary medical exemption from the Body Composition Program or Military Appearance Program
11. What if a marine is already formally assigned to BCP/MAP and is found Pregnant?: The Marine's
status will be made inactive until 6 months prior to being mad full duty again.
12. What if a Marine has a Nervous, Muscular, or skeletal injury?: the location of the NMS will
determine activity limits and the Marine's diet should be adjusted accordingly to maintain required BCMAP standards
13. What if the Marine has an underlying medical condition or disease?: -if the condition/disease is
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22. Which articles of clothing are authorized for wear during the weigh ins and body composition
evaluations?: T-shirts, shorts, and socks
23. Which statements are true when measuring a Marines height?: Marines will stand with their backs
and shoulders against the wall and heels flat on the deck Use a Standard non stretching fiberglass tape measure to measure a Marines height Marines will stand in a relaxed manner with their arms at their sides
24. Which statements are true concerning the correct weight measurement procedures?: Both of
the Marines feet must be flat on the scale The Marines hands should be by their side
25. Height equipment options (3):: -standard non-stretching fiberglass tape mea- sure
-wall-mounted or self-standing stadiometer -right angle level
26. Weight equipment options (2):: -calibrated digital scale
-calibrated balance beam scale
27. Circumference equipment options:: -self tensioning taping device, digital
-self tensioning taping device, non-digital
28. Which statements are correct concerning the procedure used to record a Marines weight?: if
the weight fraction is 1/2 pound or less, round down to the nearest pound
5 / if the weight fraction is more than a 1/2 pound, round up
29. Which of the following addresses the needs of Marines who do not meet the established height
and weight, or body fat percentage standards?: Body Composition Evaluation
30. Which of the following may be a result of continued non-compliance with body composition
standards and/or a suitable military appearance?: -Separa- tion from military service -Marine is not recommended for promotion -Marine is not recommended for renlistment
31. Which of the following will occur if a Marine has demonstrated an unwill- ingness to comply with
a Marine Corps body composition standards by the end of the six month assignment or subsequent extension?: The Marine will be processed for separation from military service
32. What is included in a Military Appearance Program assessment?: A body composition evaluation
(BCE)
All relevant MAP documents A commander or OIC Summer Service C uniform inspection
33. What happens to Marines who fail the Military Appearance Program?: They are subject to adverse
administrative action
34. What administrative action may be delayed as a result of a BCMAP assign- ment?: An Officers
promotion
7 / Program Fails to make satisfactory progress while assigned to the Body Composition Pro- gram Makes satisfactory progress but does not meet weight and body fat percentage goals
43. What should the BCMAP monitor use to calibrate the tape measure before measuring a Marines
height?: A separate yardstick or metal ruler, when using sadiometer ensure it does not show evidence of damage
44. How should the tape measure be placed to measure the circumference of the neck of a male
Marine?: Flush with the bottom of the larynx
45. Which of the following describes the correct techniques for conducting cir- cumference
measurements for female Marines?: Hip measurements are taken at the widest portion of the buttocks Neck measurements are rounded up to the nearest 1/2 inch Waist measurements are taken at the thinnest portion of the abdomen
46. Which of the following does a Commanding Officer or Officer in Charge use to determine
whether or not to assign Marine to the Body Composition Program?: The Marines medical evaluation results The Body Composition Evaluation assessment
47. Which statements are true concerning BCMAP policies and procedures?-
: Marines are evaluated and adjudicated following the process indicated in the BCMAP sequence Chart found in MCO 6110.3a w/CH 1
8 / Marines face adverse and administrative actions if they fail to maintain body com- position standards Weigh ins may be performed as a part of Physical Fitness Test and Combat Fitness Test events
48. What is the first step in the Body Composition Program assignment process?: Commander
assigns the non compliant Marine to a body composition evaluation
49. Which of the following are included in a Body Composition Program as- signment?: A Body
Composition Program assignment decision A medical doctors initial evaluation and findings A final Body Composition Program assessment A body composition evaluation
50. When can a Marine be removed during their second Body Composition Program assignment?:
At any time during the six month assignment when body composition standards are met
51. A commander will extend a Marines participation in the MAP until which of the following
occur?: Compliance with military appearance is achieved Body Composition Program assignment
52. Which section of the BCP evaluation form should NOT be completed by the Force Fitness
Instructor or Command Physical Training Representative?: BCP determination Medical Doctors initial Evaluation and Findings BCP Monthly Objectives
53. Where is the information annotated on the USMC fitness Report That the Force Fitness
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63. Identify BCP formal Program: 2 programs
- What are the MCBCMAP's 2 programs?: BCP and MAP
- What is the MAP program used/stands for?: Military Appearance Program: goal is to prevent
Marines from getting on BCP
66. How much time can a Marine be on BCP?: 60 days
- Identify BCP formal assignment process: 7 Steps: 1 conduct a BCE-(FFIs, CPTRs, or evaluators), 2
Notify the required medical evaluation (FFI or CPTR tells CO or OIC if medical evaluation is required based on BCE results), conduct a medical evaluation (Marines is evaluated by medical and Board certified Physician endorses temp exemption), Make a BCP assignment decision (CO or OIC formally assigns Marine to BCP), Provide Resources (FFI or CPTR gives diet, fitness, and lifestyle support resources), Complete final BCP assignment (FFI or CPTR does final BCP assessment and send to CO/OIC), and Complete documentation (FFI or CPTR completes and retains BCE doc).
68. Identify the processes for BCP extension, subsequent assignment, and removal:
BCP Extension: This likely refers to the process of extending the business continuity plan when additional resources, time, or steps are needed. This could involve revising recovery objectives or adding new contingency measures. Subsequent Assignment: After initial assignments are made in a BCP, subsequent assignments may refer to new tasks or responsibilities being allocated to the team based on evolving risks or scenarios. Removal: This could involve removing or deactivating certain parts of the BCP that are no longer needed, for instance, if the crisis is resolved or the resources are no longer required.
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69. Identify MAP assessment, assignment, and appeal:
MAP Assessment: This could refer to the evaluation or assessment of the Management and Administration Processes, such as reviewing the effectiveness of a business continuity plan or identifying areas for improvement. Assignment: This may refer to assigning specific responsibilities or roles within the MAP, ensuring that individuals are designated to carry out particular tasks during a continuity event. Appeal: This could refer to the process of challenging decisions made in the MAP, such as contesting the allocation of resources, priorities, or the effectiveness of a particular recovery action.
- Identify the processes for MAP extension, removal, and failure: MAP Extension: Extending the MAP could refer to expanding the scope of management and administrative processes, adding new roles, resources, or tasks to deal with ongoing or new disruptions. Removal: This would be the deactivation of specific parts of the MAP that are no longer necessary. For example, removing contingency measures after the business returns to normal operations. Failure: This could refer to a failure in the MAP, such as when recovery efforts are unsuccessful, or a critical function of the plan breaks down. The failure process would typically include analysis and lessons learned to prevent future issues.
- Identify BCMAP administrative actions: BCMAP Administrative Actions could involve tasks related to managing and overseeing the Business Continuity Management and Administration Process (BCMAP). These might include: o Reviewing and updating the business continuity plan (BCP). o Assigning resources and responsibilities to team members. o Ensuring all required documentation and training are up-to-date. o Managing communication with stakeholders during and after a disruption. o Monitoring the execution of the BCP and adjusting it as necessary.
