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Reconnaissance And Surveillance Leaders Course 2E-F173/011-ASI6B

MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

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IN-PROCESSING/ARRIVAL

1. Personnel must arrive with the following documents on DAY 0, or they will administratively dropped from the course:
   1. Ranger physical examination (DD 2807-1, DD 2808), and copies of all laboratory or specialized consultations, dated within 18 MONTHS of course start date. Physical examination standards are IAW AR 40-501, Chapter 2, and 5-3.
      • A complete physical includes a completed DD Form 2807/2808 with a MEDICAL DOCTOR and DENTIST signature; current DD Form 2216E (audiogram); a printed copy of all required labs, radiology reports, and EKG as applicable. Below is the link to the examination checklist.
   2. Appropriate medical waivers: Medical waivers will be attached to the Ranger Physical or inserted into the Medical Records. See medical waiver section below for more detailed information.
   3. Soldiers attending a winter class (any class that has any training conducted from 1 OCT - 30 APR of any given year) must have documentation showing they have received their yearly flu shot. Soldiers that do not have the documentation will not be enrolled into the class.
2. Medical Records: With the advent of MHS GENESIS the computer-based record keeping system; medical records will no longer be brought to RSLC by students. RSLC students will only bring a copy of their current physical and a MEDPROS print out that includes a routine immunization summary.

Link to PE checklist

Link to RSLC Day 0 Medic Screening Checklist

Medical Waivers

1. WAIVERS (MINUS MEDICAL) MUST BE SUBMITTED NLT 75 DAYS PRIOR TO THE CLASS START DATE
2. WAIVERS FOR MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED NLT 90 DAYS PRIOR TO CLASS START DATE.
3. ANY WAIVERS SUBMITTED OUTSIDE THE TIMEFRAME MUST BE ACCOMPANIED WITH A LETTER OF LATENESS SIGNED BY O-6 OR HIGHER. ****NO EXCEPTIONS
4. WAIVERS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY THE HIGHER HEADQUARTERS SCHOOL NCO (REPRESENTATIVE) ONLY. ****NO EXCEPTIONS

The Infantry School Commandant is the waiver approval authority.
Students requesting course/phase prerequisite waivers (e.g. AOC/MOS, Rank/Grade, Medical/Physical Standards, etc.) or units requesting changes to POI content (e.g. during "on site" course conducts (MTT) request to delete/modify lessons/blocks of instruction, shortage of equipment, etc.) will submit their request through the first LTC Commander in their chain of command to:
Commandant, U.S. Army Infantry School
ATTN: ATSH-IP, 1 Karker St, Suite 6107
Fort Benning, GA 31905
Waivers may be submitted electronically to the following email or by mail to the Infantry Commandants office:
usarmy.moore.mcoe.mbx.usais-training-waivers@mail.mil

Please be advised that the first step to submitting a waiver is to determine the type of waiver you need. Failure to submit ALL required forms will delay processing!

1. HIPAA release form (DD Form 2870)
2. Medical waiver request form (click here) digitally signed by first O-6 in Chain of Command
3. Complete Airborne Physical (DD Form 2807 and 2808) (minus EKG if Age is 35 years and under)
4. Up to date EKG if Age is 36 years and older
5. An Enlisted Record Brief (ERB) or Officer Record Brief (ORB)
6. Current paragraph and line number documentation with current duty position annotated (MTOE/TDA).

United States Army Infantry School Waiver Form

Medical Considerations

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GENERAL

1. RSLC is very physically demanding. It is impractical to report to the course if you are not 100% physically. Minor conditions will only intensify and worsen. It is in your best interest to wait until you are physically ready before reporting.
2. Chronic orthopedic conditions involving the back, shoulders, knees, or ankles are among the most common reasons for being unable to continue or complete the training.
3. Medical coverage is 24-7 during your training. You will have daily and immediate access to health care or emergency treatment. The mission of the medical personnel assigned to the RTB is to keep you in training.
4. If a condition arises of a nature that will preclude you from remaining or completing the training or is a risk to your health, you will be a recommended Medical Drop.
5. You are allowed to miss no more than 4 hours of training due to medical concerns.
6. You will not be allowed to bring or use ANY medications of ANY type unless provided by ARTB medical personnel.

Hot Weather Considerations

1. 15 April through 15 October is considered the hot weather training cycles in the RTB. If you are a previous HWI (Hot Weather Injury) you will not be allowed to begin training. Temperatures routinely reach 95 degrees in the summer on Ft. Benning. If you are reporting from a cooler geographical climate, it is highly recommended that you try to report early to acclimate to this weather. Click the below link for the Acclimatization Guide.
2. Numerous studies have been conducted here and the RTB is among the best in the Army at preventing, recognizing and treating HWI. The RTB has implemented changes to training that have dramatically reduced our HWI. The use of ORS (Oral Rehydration Salts), and other fluid electrolyte replacement modalities have become a key part of that.
3. If you sustain a serious HWI during the summer months, you will be Medically Dropped.
4. Contact the ARTB Medical Team at (706) 544-6674 for previous HWI clarification criteria.

Cold Weather Considerations

1. 16 October through 14 April is considered the cold weather training cycles. If you are a previous CWI (Cold Weather Injury) you will not be allowed to begin training. Although we are in a Southern climate, temperatures can routinely reach 20-45 degrees throughout the RTB. With the decreased nutritional intake, loss of body fat, and constant exposure, there is an increased risk for CWI.
2. Contact the ARTB Medical Team at (706) 544-6674 for previous CWI clarification criteria.

Acclimatization Guide

Medical Issues

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Breakdown of medical conditions seen on average (Numbers will of course vary slightly by phase and depending on training cycles):

• Musculoskeletal (Orthopedic conditions) 40%
• Cellulitis (Skin infections) 20%/li>
• Flora/Fauna 15%
• Illness(Cough/Colds) 10%
• HWI/CWI 10%
• Foot Care 5%

Cellulitis is a soft tissue skin infection seen routinely here in the course, usually secondary from small cuts or scratches. The knees and elbows are very common locations. It usually responds well to antibiotic therapy.

Flora/Fauna. Most plants and insects that you will encounter here are not of the friendly variety. Poison Ivy, Oak and Sumac are extremely prevalent in this region. Fire ants, Hornets, Wasps, Mosquito’s, Chiggers and Ticks are predominant here.

Foot Care. This is a basic soldier skill. Your feet must carry you for the entire course, not taking care of them early will only result in the course being harder for you than it already is. Foot powder, changing socks and blister care are the keys to keeping your feet in shape. We will provide you with the materials and guidance, but you need to take responsibility for taking care of your own feet.

Conclusions

1. RSLC is very physically demanding and will put a lot of stress on your physical well-being. Not everyone will be able to complete the course, everyone will get sprains, strains, bumps and bruises. Learning to train with these conditions is part of the course.
2. You are expected to participate in all the training events. There are no temporary profiles or duty limitations if you remain in training. You are either in training 100% or Medically Dropped.
3. Trust what the cadre and medical personnel are telling you to do, we do this 6 times a year.
4. Questions on any of the above information should be directed to the ARTB Medical Team at (706) 544-6674.