USMC Recruit Training Order (DepO 1513.6H) PDF

UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS MARINE CORPS RECRUIT DEPOT/EASTERN RECRUITING REGION PO BOX 19001 PARRIS ISLAND, SOUTH CAROLINA 29905-9001 IN REPL...

UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS MARINE CORPS RECRUIT DEPOT/EASTERN RECRUITING REGION PO BOX 19001 PARRIS ISLAND, SOUTH CAROLINA 29905-9001 IN REPLY REFER TO DepO 1513.6H G-3 0 4 MAR 2024 DEPOT ORDER 1513.6H From: Commanding General To: Distribution List Subj: RECRUIT TRAINING ORDER Ref: (a) SECNAVINST 5212.5D Navy Marine Corps Records Disposition Manual (b) NAVMC 3500.18D Entry Level Training (ELT) Training and Readiness Manual (c) MCO 1130.76D Conduct of Recruiting Operations (d) MCO 1500.59A Marine Corps Martial Arts Program (e) MCO 1500.56 Marine Corps Values Program (f) MCO 1510.32F Recruit Training (g) MCO 1553.2D Marine Corps Formal School Management Policy (h) MCO 1900.16 w/Ch 2 Separation and Retirement Manual (i) MCO 3040.4 Marine Corps Casualty Assistance Program (MARCORCASASTPRO) (j) MCO 3570.1C Range Safety (k) MCO 3574.2M Marine Corps Combat Marksmanship Programs (l) MCO 4400.201 (Vol 13) Management of Property in the Possession of the Marine Corps (m) MCO 5100.29C Marine Corps Safety Program Management System (n) MCO 5800.16 and MCO 5800.16A Legal Support and Administration Manual (o) MCO 6100.13 w/Ch 3 Marine Corps Physical Fitness and Combat Fitness Tests (p) MCO 6110.3A w/Ch 3 Marine Corps Body Composition and Military Appearance Program (q) MCO 11000.22 w/Ch 1 Marine Corps Bachelor and Family Housing Management (r) DoDI 1304.33 Protecting Against Inappropriate Relationships in Recruiting and Entry-Level Training (s) DepO 1300.5C Drill Instructor Administration (t) DepO 1500.10E Marine Corps Water Survival Training Program (u) DepO 1513.8C Crucible Order (v) DepO 1550.25E Academic Order (w) DepO 1601.1E Interior Guard Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) (x) DepO 3504.2A Commander’s Crucial Information Requirements and Reporting Procedures (y) DepO 1910.10L w/Ch 1 Processing of Recruit Personnel for Discharge (z) DepO 2000.1D Enterprise Mass Notification System (MNS) (aa) DepO 6620.3K w/Ch 1 Dental Health and Operational Readiness Program (ab) DepO 3400.3D Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN)Defense Training (ac) DepO 6710.3C Control of Medications Prescribed to Recruits (ad) DepO 8000.3L Standing Operating Procedures for Ground Ordnance (ae) DepO 5100.16F w/Ch 1 Force Preservation (Safety) Program (af) DepO 5090.15 Policy for Hazardous Material Management Program (HMMMP) and Authorized Uses Lists (AUL) Program  DepO 1513.6H (ag) DepO 5110.1H Operating Procedures for Postal Affairs (ah) DepO 6200.2R Heat Injury Prevention Program (ai) DepBul 5100 Obstacle Fall Protection (aj) WFTBNO 3000.1Q SOP for Range Operations and Field Training (ak) JAGINST 5800.7F Manual of the Judge Advocate General (al) PT Playbook (am) TM NMCPHC 6221 Norovirus Outbreak Prevention and Response Guide (an) NAVMED P-117 Manual of the Medical Department (ao) NAVMED P-5010 Manual of Preventive Medicine (ap) MCRC FROST CALL 3-22 dtd 12Jul22 (aq) RTR Policy Letter 5-22 Recruit Cellphone Handling Procedures Encl: (1) Minimum Adequate Assignment Standards (MAAS) Waiver 1. Situation. This order reflects major policy changes for the conduct of recruit training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island (MCRD PI) and should be reviewed in its entirety. Reference (f) provides guidance on the conduct of recruit training. It further directs that the Commanding General of each Recruit Depot promulgate detailed procedures for the conduct of recruit training. 2. Cancellation. DepO 1513.6G. 3. Mission. The mission of MCRD PI/Eastern Recruiting Region (ERR) is to make Marines by recruiting quality young men and women and transforming them into basic Marines through a thorough indoctrination in our history, customs, and traditions and by imbuing them with the mental, moral, and physical foundation necessary for successful service to Corps and Country. 4. Execution a. Commander's Intent. Transforming civilians into basically trained Marines, who are imbued with our core values, is our mission. The time- tested rigors of Marine Corps Basic training will continue to teach entry level military knowledge and skills, all the while instilling the foundations of spirit, discipline, physical and mental toughness, strength of character, honor and integrity, and selfless commitment and respect for fellow Marines. We will develop critical thinking abilities in our new Marines through Socratic teaching, guided discussions, and dialog between recruits and their Drill Instructors (DI), which also enables the evolution of DIs from instructor and disciplinarian to a coach and mentor. Our desired end-state is we take care of each other while producing basically trained Marines who are prepared for follow-on training and the challenges of service in the Operating Forces. b. Concept of Operations. Recruit training is the second phase of a six-phase transformation process (recruiting, recruit training, school of infantry, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Training, unit cohesion/stability, and sustainment). It is based on an intensive 13-week entry-level training program that transforms recruits into basic Marines. Recruit training consists of receiving, processing, forming, training, and graduation. (1) During receiving, Marine shippers arrive by air or ground transportation. Following arrival, these new recruits are given their initial indoctrination into Marine Corps culture. Receiving includes the 2  DepO 1513.6H “yellow footprints speech” and the initial telephone call by the recruit to their next of kin/guardian to notify them of their safe arrival at MCRD PI. (2) Processing consists of administrative procedures to ensure recruits are prepared to begin training. Processing includes initializing pay, dental examinations, medical evaluations, and drug screening. Additionally, recruits will receive a basic issue of uniforms and equipment, which includes the service rifle. (3) Forming marks one of the most important milestones in the recruits' accession process. Recruits are formed into their platoons and introduced to the DIs who will guide and mentor them through recruit training. (4) Training consists of 70 training days divided into four phases. It is a progressive program designed to build upon basic mental, moral, physical, and cultural competencies. (a) First Phase (Transition) focuses on core values, character development, discipline, physical fitness, the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program, marching/drill, and introduction to basic academic instruction on first aid, the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), leadership, customs, courtesy, and traditions, and history of the Marine Corps. (b) Second Phase (Adaption) builds upon the competencies introduced in the first phase, introduces combat water survival training, and provides marksmanship qualification. (c) Third Phase (Mentoring) continues the progressive education and training focus of the previous two phases. Basic Warrior Training, final physical fitness and academic tests, personnel inspections, and challenges recruits during a final core values/field training exercise known as “The Crucible”. Recruits who have successfully completed The Crucible are formally welcomed into our Corps as Marines during the Emblem ceremony. (d) Fourth Phase (Sustainment), to the extent possible within the recruit training environment, has been designed around Socratic teaching such that there is a dialogue between new Marines and their DI. The DI plays the role of the logical equivalent of the inner critical voice to enable new Marines to develop critical thinking abilities. It occurs through guided discussions and question and answer opportunities in a limited lecturing environment intended to check for understanding, stimulate critical thinking and reinforce a new Marine's comprehension of topics under the six functional areas of Marine Leader Development: fidelity; fighter; fitness; family; finances; and future. This allows new Marines to embrace and grow into their newly earned identities. The perspective and knowledge gained during Fourth Phase equips new Marines for success once they leave Parris Island. These goals are accomplished through reaffirmation of our core values, practical guidance on avoiding common pitfalls faced by junior Marines, and further development of the warrior ethos. Fourth phase concludes with a formal graduation ceremony. c. Tasks (1) Assistant Chief of Staff (AC/S) Manpower and Human Resources (G-1) 3  DepO 1513.6H (a) Exercise staff cognizance over manpower, and general and personnel administrative services in support of recruit training. (b) Operate the recruit reception center at the Aerial Port of Debarkation (APOD). (2) AC/S Operations and Training (G-3) (a) Exercise staff cognizance over all planning, operations, training, academics, and security matters. (b) Maintain the master recruit training schedule. (c) Ensure Programs of Instruction (POI) are current and meet mission essential training requirements. (d) Provide staff cognizance of the Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE) Program. (e) Exercise staff cognizance over the mass notification system. (f) Exercise staff cognizance over Fire and Emergency Services (F&ES). (3) AC/S Installations and Logistics (G-4) (a) Coordinate logistics support and services. (b) Exercise staff cognizance over ordnance, maintenance support, billeting, facilities maintenance, motor transport, environmental compliance, and supply and services. (4) AC/S Communications Information Systems (G-6) (a) Coordinate communications support and services. (b) Exercise staff cognizance over hand-held radio devices, Information Technology and audio-visual assets, and Telephone services. (c) Conduct service support and base operations to sustain efforts of Marine Corps Parris Island. (d) Exercise staff cognizance over the Automated Heat Stress System (AHSS). (5) AC/S G-7 Command Inspector General (CIG) (a) Conduct inspections, investigations, and/or inquiries into all matters of importance aboard MCRD, Parris Island, SC (involving assigned personnel) received within the CIG office via White House Liaison Office (WHLO) correspondence, Office of Legislative Affairs (OLA)correspondence, Inspector General of the Marine Corps (IGMC) correspondence, and appropriate Hotline Complaint (Training and Education Command, Marine Corps Recruiting Command (MCRC), MCRD PI) or as directed by the CG, MCRD PI/ERR. (b) Conduct analysis of information obtained through investigations and inspections conducted by either the CIG Office or MCRD 4  DepO 1513.6H Major Subordinate Elements to identify areas of weakness within the command that relate to matters of discipline, integrity, efficiency, and readiness and to provide appropriate recommendations for improvement. Develop and maintain a reporting mechanism for such statistical and trend analysis and provide such information on a recurring basis. (c) Conduct periodic inspections of MCRD PI subordinate commands to ensure compliance with standards set forth in this order. (6) AC/S Comptroller (G-8). Provide financial service to include military pay and allowances and travel entitlements. (7) AC/S Religious Ministry (RM). Exercise staff cognizance over the conduct and administration of RM and associated activities. (8) AC/S Recruiting (RCTG) (a) Exercise staff cognizance over all planning and execution of recruiting throughout the ERR. (b) Coordinate with the Marine Corps Districts from ERR and Western Recruiting Region (WRR) for female recruits. (c) Exercise staff cognizance over the operation of the Recruit Liaison Section (RLS). (9) Staff Judge Advocate (SJA). Provide legal advice to the command. (10) Communication Strategy and Operations (COMSTRATOPS) (a) Provide internal coverage and coordinate external civilian media coverage of recruit training operations as required. (b) Operate the Visitors’ Center. (11) Commanding Officers (CO), Recruit Training Regiment (RTR) and Weapons & Field Training Battalion (WFTBN) (a) Conduct training in accordance with this Order. (b) Ensure training is conducted in a safe and professional manner. (c) I Ensure all personnel are familiar with the provisions of this Order. (d) Coordinate with adjacent commanders and external agencies for the conduct of training. (e) Identify and report to the Commanding General training schedule conflicts and/or inconsistencies that affect training effectiveness, efficiency and/or safety. (f) Submit changes to the training schedule for approval to the Commanding General (Attn: G-3). (g) Ensure training organizations, down to the platoon level, maintain a copy of this Order. 5  DepO 1513.6H (h) Route all Command Investigations (CI) and Preliminary Inquiries (PI) via the directed chain of command, per the Judge Advocate General Manual. (i) Submit copies of completed Command Investigations (CI) and Preliminary Inquiries (PI) to the Command Inspector General’s Office for the purpose of assessing trends, organizational readiness, discipline, morale, welfare, and integrity. (12) CO, Headquarters and Service Battalion (HQSVCBN). Conduct service support and base operations to sustain the efforts of MCRD PI. d. Coordinating Instructions (1) Recommendations concerning the contents of this order are encouraged. Recommendations will be forwarded to the Commanding General via the AC/S G-3 and the appropriate chain of command. (2) A joint MCRD PI and MCRD San Diego review and update to this order occurs biennially (every two years) and is led by the AC/S G-3. The purpose of the biennial directed review is to examine and exchange best practices across both Depots. (3) All personnel involved in recruit training will use this order as the reference for recruit training and will be knowledgeable of its contents. (4) This order has been substantially revised and synchronized with MCRD San Diego with administrative changes throughout. Accordingly, the order should be reviewed in its entirety. 5. Administration and Logistics. This Order is punitive in nature. Penalties for violations include the full range of statutory and regulatory sanctions for Department of Defense employees. Violations may result in prosecution under the UCMJ for military personnel, as well as adverse administrative actions. 6. Command and Signal a. Command (1) The CO, RTR is the supported commander for the conduct of recruit training. (2) The CO, WFTBN, HQSVCBn, and Navy Medicine Readiness Training Unit (NMTRU) are supporting commanders for the conduct of recruit training. (3) This Order is applicable to MCRD PI. (4) Training safety and compliance with applicable orders are inherent responsibilities of command. Commanders, at all levels, will conduct an aggressive observation, evaluation, and analysis program, and provide recommendations for improvement and effectiveness of the POI, and training schedule to the Commanding General (Attn: G-3). b. Signal 6  DepO 1513.6H (1) This Order is effective the date signed. (2) Commanders will adhere to the chain of command and communicate via command channels on matters pertaining to recruit training. (3) Direct liaison is authorized using established command channels between Depot Staff, exercising functional cognizance and supported/supporting command staffs. (4) Commander to Commander communication regarding significant/priority issues is expected and essential to mission success. (5) Commanders will be cognizant of CG MCRD Parris Island Critical Information Requirements (CCIRs). W. M. FIELD DISARIBUTION: A 7  DepO 1513.6H TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 THE RECRUIT TRAINING ENVIRONMENT 2 RECEIVING, PROCESSING, FORMING 3 CONDUCT OF RECRUIT TRAINING 4 MEDICAL AND DENTAL SUPPORT 5 WEATHER 6 RECRUIT TRAINING COMPANY ADMINISTRATION 7 RECRUIT ADMINISTRATION 8 SUPPORT ACTIVITIES 9 RELIGIOUS ACTIVITIES i  DepO 1513.6H CHAPTER 1 THE RECRUIT TRAINING ENVIRONMENT PARAGRAPH PAGE GENERAL 1000 1-2 SCOPE AND OBJECTIVES 1001 1-2 DIRECTIVE TERMINOLOGY 1002 1-2 RECRUIT TRAINING 1003 1-3 PERSONAL CONDUCT 1004 1-3 SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES 1005 1-5 STANDARDS OF CONDUCT 1006 1-7 RECRUITS’ RIGHTS 1007 1-9 PHYSICAL CONTACT WITH RECRUITS 1008 1-10 AUTHORIZED TECHNIQUES FOR INSTILLING 1009 1-11 DISCIPLINE MILITARY POLICE (MP) RESPONSE TO CRIMINAL 1010 1-16 ACTIVITY BY RECRUITS BELLIGERENT RECRUITS PUNISHMENTS 1011 1-17 CONFINEMENT 1012 1-17 SERVICE OF CIVIL AND CRIMINAL PROCESS 1013 1-18 SEARCHES AND SEIZURES 1014 1-18 PRIVACY ACT DATA 1015 1-18 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS FOR RTR PERSONNEL 1016 1-19 UNAUTHORIZED ABSENCE (UA) RECRUITS 1017 1-21 FIGURE 1-1 RECRUIT TRAINING SUPERVISION MATRIX 1-24 1-2 NON-DI HANDLERS’CARD 1-26 1-3 DI IMMEDIATE ACTION CHECKLIST 1-26 1-1  DepO 1513.6H 1000. General. This chapter defines the scope, objectives, and concept of the recruit training environment. It also sets forth the policy for the conduct of all Marines, Sailors, and government employees when dealing with recruits and new Marines. 1001. Scope and Objectives 1. Scope. Recruit training is predicated upon an intensive 13-week entry- level training program designed to transform recruits into Marines through a thorough indoctrination to our history, customs, and traditions by imbuing them with the mental, moral, and physical foundation necessary for successful service to Corps and Country. 2. Objectives. The objective of recruit training is to produce a basic Marine who has embraced our core values and is transformed by our Corps' shared legacy. A Basic Marine will possess the foundation of personal character, selflessness, and military virtue, and an understanding of the following areas: a. Character Development. Exhibit an understanding of Marine Corps' core values of honor, courage, and commitment and those principles essential to values-based decision making, while stressing teamwork and leadership. b. Discipline. Achieve a state of discipline that ensures respect for authority, instantaneous obedience to orders and the self-reliance to maintain or improve those traits that exemplify a Marine: obedience, fidelity, and zeal. c. Military Bearing. Properly wear and maintain uniforms; practice a high degree of personal hygiene; military appearance and demonstrate military presence and professional awareness that a Marine is a Marine twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. d. Esprit de Corps. Exhibit the warrior ethos, which inspires mental/physical toughness, devotion, pride, initiative, determination, and an intense desire to work with and for others towards excellence in achieving common goals. e. Entry Level Training (ELT). Achieve mastery proficiency in entry level training skills, per reference (b). f. Combat Conditioning. Achieve and maintain physical fitness, endurance, proper body composition, and promote the concept of fitness and wellness as a way of life. 1002. Directive Terminology. This Order is not comprehensive and cannot include specific direction on every possible scenario encountered in the recruit training environment. The gap between this Order and detailed execution is intended to be filled with sound judgment on behalf of every Marine in the command structure, and on publishing additional directives at various levels of command. The following terms are defined to aid in properly interpreting this Order. 1. Will. “Will” denotes a requirement or mandatory action that must happen to keep the operation and execution of recruit training flowing efficiently, safely and void of misconduct. Directives associated with “will” have potentially serious physical, moral, or legal consequences if violated. 1-2  DepO 1513.6H 2. Should. “Should” is used to describe concepts and convey spirit and intent. Violations of “should” statements are policy oriented. They are designed to provide guidance on the most effective and efficient means of accomplishing the recruit training mission. Administrative actions may be taken for violation of should statements but are up to the discretion of senior leaders at appropriate levels of command. 3. May. “May” grants authority to perform or permit an action or make a specific decision. 1003. Recruit Training 1. Recruit training is inherently stressful. Stress for recruits is produced initially by the stark change in their personal lifestyle, acculturation into military routine, and fear of the unknown. Later, it comes from fear of failure and the pursuit of excellence as DIs endeavor to teach, train, mentor, and lead the recruits throughout training. 2. This training environment has proven successful throughout our history. Not only does this environment produce Marines shaped by the experience of rigorous training and prepared to face the challenges of military life, but it also instills in them those traits that make better citizens. 3. All activities in recruit training must be designed to accomplish a legitimate training goal or illustrate a specific learning point, not merely actions taken to confuse, disorient, or anger. Training methodologies aim to instill discipline and respect for authority, to ensure adherence to uncompromising standards, and to ensure recruits develop a mindset that everything done is relevant and important. All training methods must accomplish these legitimate ends and not be intended simply to create an intimidating environment. 4. DIs and all others who are directly involved with recruits will conduct training within the parameters set forth in this order. 5. Recruit training must remain demanding, formal, and challenging to achieve the desired end state: a basically trained Marine. These basic Marines must be instilled with discipline, instant obedience to orders, respect authority, and the willingness to uphold our warrior ethos. 6. Billeting Considerations a. Marine Corps policy is to billet recruits by gender. b. Under no circumstances will any civilian, officer, or enlisted service member enter recruit billeting areas or heads of the opposite gender, or areas designated as off limits by the Battalion Commander unless given previous authorization and accompanied by the appropriate gender. c. Where male and female recruits are billeted in the same building, males and females will be assigned to separate billeting areas and where possible separate heads. Where shared or connected heads cannot be avoided, permanent walls will separate billeting areas and security watches will be posted. 1004. Personal Conduct 1-3  DepO 1513.6H 1. All personnel aboard this Depot bear some responsibility for recruit training either through direct or indirect interaction with recruits. For this reason, all personnel will, at a minimum, be trained on our core values, the mission of the Depot, and pertinent contents of this order. 2. Personnel directly involved in the recruit training process must always remember that they share responsibility for the welfare of the recruits under their charge. Because the recruit is totally dependent on their leaders and the chain of command, every Marine involved in the recruit training process must continually monitor the welfare of recruits. 3. Officers are an active part of the process of training recruits. While they do train recruits, their primary role is in supervising training, enforcing regulations, and properly leading and caring for drill instructors and recruits. Discretion will be used to ensure good order and discipline throughout the training cycle. a. Officers must concern themselves with ensuring the welfare and safety of each recruit in their care. They must ensure that their unit is effectively organized, trained, and led. The Company Commander will ensure that each recruit is given every reasonable opportunity to become a Marine. Conversely, officers must recognize when it is no longer fair to the recruit or to the Marine Corps to continue training them. b. Officers must provide positive leadership to the Marines assigned to them for duty. Officer supervision is an integral part of recruit training, and their supervision of scheduled and unscheduled training and activities ensures the highest standards of military training and conduct. Seldom has the need to demonstrate "Know your Marines and look out for their welfare" been more important. c. Officers must support by both example and authority the letter and spirit of this order. The officer must be the model of professionalism and ensure that recruits understand the functional distinction between officers and enlisted Marines. Officers must be careful to not, in any way, assume the role or mannerisms of the DI. However, through their bearing and professionalism, an officer’s interactions with recruits will reinforce the expectation of discipline and obedience for recruits as set by their drill instructors. 4. Drill Instructors. The DI is the central figure for recruits and the leadership bedrock upon which we base recruit training. The DI’s role is to lead by example as a teacher, scholar, leader, and mentor; and to be totally immersed in the process of making a basically trained Marine. DIs must conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the spirit of the Drill Instructor Creed. DIs must provide leadership by example, foregoing fear and intimidation, to foster the trust and confidence of subordinates. Since the recruit will constantly strive to emulate his/her DIs, and because fidelity and discipline are the foundation of our Core Values, it is imperative that each DI, through daily example, comply with this and other applicable orders. a. Drill instructors will treat each other with dignity and respect. Hazing of drill instructors by fellow drill instructors, or “hat hazing,” and its associated practices, is strictly prohibited. Zero tolerance exists for this behavior. Under no circumstances will a DI be denied the equal use of any facility or accommodation on account of their inexperience as a DI. Under no circumstances will DIs be disciplined in a manner that is visible to 1-4  DepO 1513.6H recruits. In the presence of recruits, interactions between DIs will be formal and professional. Outside the presence of recruits, DIs are expected to interact in a manner that fosters teamwork, open communication, and mentorship. b. The billets of Chief Drill Instructor (CDI), Senior Drill Instructor (SDI), Experienced Drill Instructor (EDI), and DI are the only billets authorized. The practice of "numbering" hats to delineate duties is prohibited. Duties are assigned according to experience and ability; however, we must ensure all Drill Instructors are given an opportunity to excel through treatment that is dignified and respectful. c. Leaders, specifically SDIs, CDIs, 1stSgts, and company officers, must ensure all drill instructors are given an opportunity to excel through treatment that is dignified and respectful. 5. WFTBN Instructors. Field Instructors, Primary Marksmanship Instructors, Combat Marksmanship Trainers, and Combat Marksmanship Coaches will maintain high standards of conduct. These personnel will be administered the Recruit Training Order (RTO)/Standards of Conduct (SOC) test, per section 1015 below, annually based upon the date of their initial test, by the CO, WFTBN. Test results will be maintained by the unit for a period of two years. 1005. Supervision Responsibilities. Supervision is the final and most important of the troop leading steps. It is the key to the proper execution and safe conduct of recruit training. Constant supervision by commanders, officers, SNCOs, and supervisors on the Depot is essential. Supervisors at all levels must be constantly alert for recruits with physical injuries, illnesses, or an altered mental state. Recruits demonstrating injury, illness, or other maladies will be queried regarding the nature of their problem and referred for a medical evaluation so competent medical authorities can determine if the recruit should continue training. At no time should recruits or DIs provide medical treatment beyond basic first aid (e.g., blister care) in the squad bays except for life saving care on unresponsive individuals which will be administered until relieved by F&ES personnel. Specific supervisory requirements by event are contained in Figure 1-1. 1. Depot Command Duty Officer (CDO). The Depot CDO is the Commanding General’s direct representative. The Depot CDO will tour RTR, to include receiving barracks, and WFTBN recruit billeting areas twice during their tour of duty. Details and further guidance are contained in reference (v). 2. Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE) Program a. The recruit training environment requires extraordinary diligence to ensure adherence to standards. For this reason, the QAE Program supplements the commander's internal inspection program and is established within the G-3 office to evaluate recruit training and to provide direct feedback to the Commanding General and Depot SgtMaj. The QAE program does not usurp a commander’s authority nor relieve a commander of the responsibility for proper supervision. To ensure effectiveness, the evaluators will be given unrestricted and unannounced access to all recruit training except as it pertains to paragraph 1002,6b above, in which case request for access must be announced and accompanied by an escort. 1-5  DepO 1513.6H b. QAE Duties. Observe the process of recruit training and make weekly recommendations for improving the process through data collection and analysis. Evaluators will: (1) Comment on periods of instruction to include: a comparison of the instruction provided to information contained within the Lesson Plan, the effectiveness of the training and the instructor, time allotted, relevance of the training, and recommendations for the improvement of academic periods of instruction. Informal feedback will be provided at the time and formal feedback will be provide in report routed through the chain of command. (2) Conduct daily observations of training, as well as the quality of facilities and procedures such as at the mess hall, laundry, and clothing, to ensure compliance with all elements of this order. (3) In accordance with reference (u), provide courtesy copies of completed Systems Approach to Training and Education (SATE) Checklists to the G-3 and respective commands. (4) Analyze and review, as appropriate, those completed RTR Command Investigations (CIs) and Preliminary Inquiries (PIs) provided by the CIG or SJA for trends. (5) Report violations of the RTO to both the subordinate command within which the offense took place as well as to the G-3 and Depot SgtMaj. (6) Assist Investigating Officers appointed within RTR by providing relevant information on investigative trends and data analysis. (7) Work in coordination with the Depot Safety Office by reporting any observed safety concerns aboard the Depot per reference (ae) (e.g., flag conditions, unsafe squad bay facilities, unsafe training events such as Obstacle Courses, PT fields and the Confidence Course, etc.). (8) Teach, train, and mentor all Drill Instructor School Students and all Drill Instructors (during “Pick-Up Week”) by providing a Period of Instruction (POI) on trends, data analysis, and proper Request Mast procedures within the recruit training environment. 3. RTR Officer of the Day (OOD). Will tour RTR and WFTBN recruit billeting areas nightly during the conduct of Basic Daily Routine (BDR) and after taps. Additionally, on Sundays and holidays, the RTR OOD will tour RTR and WFTBN recruit billeting areas twice during daylight and once after taps. The RTR OOD will report significant events to the Depot CDO in a timely manner. 4. Recruit Training Battalion (RTBn) OOD. Battalion Commanders will ensure the following minimum RTBn OOD duties are conducted: a. Observe reveille and taps for those companies in garrison. b. Observe such activities as Core Values Guided Discussions (CVGDs), SDI time, mail call, hygiene inspections, and devotions. c. Conduct at least one tour of all company areas, to include those billeted at WFTBN, after taps nightly. 1-6  DepO 1513.6H d. Conduct at least two daytime tours of the company areas, to include those billeted at WFTBN, on Sundays and holidays. e. Observe meals served in their mess hall. f. The RTBn OOD will be a commissioned officer and will not be allowed to serve in any other capacity during this posting. 5. Company Officer OOD. The duties and responsibilities of the CO OOD are essential to effective and safe execution of the training schedule. The CO OOD will be in the uniform of the day and touring the squad bays 15 minutes before reveille and for at least 15 minutes after taps. The Co OOD will be a commissioned officer unless company officer staffing falls below the minimum 5 officer requirement, in which case the company CDIs are authorized to stand duty at this level. The CDI can also stand can stand concurrent duty as the SDO. a. The duties of the Company Officer OOD include: (1) Observing reveille and morning basic daily routine. (2) Observing Developmental Exercise. (3) Observing mail call. (4) Supervising each meal. (5) Observing “free time” to confirm recruits are receiving 60 minutes of uninterrupted free time unless otherwise directed and IAW the training schedule. (6) Observing at least one platoon’s daily hygiene inspection. (7) Observing evening devotions and taps. (8) Following “lights out,” ensuring proper fire watch and security procedures are being conducted. (9) Interacting with each Duty DI to ensure the well-being of the DI and the platoon. b. Until Training Day 18 (T-18) in First Phase, the requirement is one series officer per series in the uniform of the day and touring the squad bays 15 minutes before reveille and for at least 15 minutes after taps. One of the series officers can stand concurrent duty as the Company Officer OOD. c. From T-18 until M-11, the requirement is one Company Officer OOD per Company. The Company Officer OOD will be in the uniform of the day and touring the squad bays 15 minutes before reveille and for at least 15 minutes after taps. The requirements for Company Officer OOD continue until graduation. 6. Duty DI. Between taps and reveille, the duty DI assigned to a platoon will remain in the platoon area except for attending series meetings, posting guards, returning mail, and other official duties. They will remain on deck, awake, and in uniform for 15 minutes after taps and 15 minutes prior to reveille the following day. At no time should the duty DI have visitors in 1-7  DepO 1513.6H the squad bay. 1006. Standards of Conduct. Everyone directly involved in recruit training must remember that they bear responsibility for the welfare of the recruits in their charge. The Marine Corps has placed great faith and trust in those selected to train recruits and has delegated the necessary authority to carry out this task. Because the recruit is dependent on the chain of command, everyone involved in the recruit training process must continually monitor recruit welfare. Anyone who cannot or will not discharge their responsibilities will be immediately removed from the recruit training environment. Failure to carry out these responsibilities will not be tolerated. Personnel within this command: 1. Will only address recruits by their rank, last name, billet, or “recruit." Upon receipt of the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor, they will be referred to as Marines and will be addressed by their rank or last name. 2. Will not consume alcohol for eight hours prior to duty. 3. Will not allow alcohol to be provided to any recruit. 4. Will not use tobacco products in the presence of recruits and will ensure tobacco products are not provided to any recruit. 5. Profanity is offensive, unprofessional and detracts from the training environment, and therefore is discouraged in the presence of recruits. Profanity directed towards a recruit is demeaning and disrespectful and therefore prohibited. This includes all language which is sexually explicit or demeaning to any race, gender, ethnicity, heritage, sexual orientation, or religion. 6. Will not allow recruits to perform personal services. 7. Will not solicit recruits for donations or for anything else on behalf of any non-federal entity. Nor will any person endorse a non-federal entity (e.g., credit unions, banks, investment associations, etc.). Exceptions to this prohibition include: a. A commissioned officer’s solicitation during the fund drive for the Navy and Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS). b. A commissioned officer’s solicitation during the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC). During the CFC, the soliciting officer will not solicit for, or endorse, any specific non-federal entity. c. A commissioned officer’s solicitation during any other fund drive authorized by the Commanding General. 8. Will not allow recruits to enter any river, swamp, marsh, or areas designated off-limits for training. 9. Will not allow recruits, including recent graduates and their visitors, to negotiate the obstacle, confidence, or circuit courses, except during scheduled training. 10. Will not attempt to develop or form a social, personal, or business relationship with a recruit or a member of Basic Marine Platoon (BMP). 1-8  DepO 1513.6H 11. Will not solicit or accept any item of value from a recruit, or from a recruit's relatives, friends, visitors, or guests. If an item of value is found under circumstances indicating it was left by a recruit for anyone, the following actions will be taken: a. The person who found the gift will report the incident to an officer in the chain of command. b. The person who found the gift and the officer to whom the gift was reported will assemble the suspected donors and attempt to return the gift. They will explain the prohibition against accepting gifts, then explain that if the gift cannot be returned, it will be turned over to the NMCRS. 12. Will not haze or maltreat recruits, in compliance with reference (f). Hazing does not include command authorized training at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot as authorized in the RTO. 13. Will not counsel recruits in any closed space or visually restricted area. Exceptions to this are: a. When a recruit is receiving counseling in the DI office, from an SDI or above. During such counseling, the hatch may be closed, but the port hole blinds will remain open. b. Conducting interviews with officers. 14. Will not deny a recruit the right to a head call. The recruit will request permission from their DI, or the senior Marine, to make a head call. 15. No one will threaten physical harm to any recruit, either verbally or by physical gestures, nor move toward a recruit in an abrupt manner as to suggest a threat to the recruit. 16. Photographing and video recording of recruits and permanent personnel performing duties in the presence of recruits at MCRD Parris Island is permitted for official purposes only, or with the approval of the Commanding General. All Marines and Sailors aboard the Depot are directed to enforce this policy. a. This policy is intended to protect the privacy of recruits and prevent unauthorized and inappropriate images from entering public forums. b. The following events and evolutions constitute “official purposes” for photography and video recording: Initial Drill, Final Drill, physical fitness test (PFT), combat fitness test (CFT), Moto Runs, Emblem Ceremonies, Recruit Graduations, promotion ceremonies, reenlistments, retirements, change of command ceremonies, post and relief ceremonies, Depot G-3 approved visitor groups and educators’ workshops. Photographing and video recording conducted by personnel from MCRD PI COMSTRATOPS, as well as by news and media teams escorted by the MCRD PI Office of Communication, by definition, have the approval of the Commanding General and are authorized. Permanent personnel not performing duties in the presence of recruits may consent to being photographed or video recorded so long as video/images are tasteful, portray professional and responsible behavior, and are not embarrassing to the Marine Corps. The posting of video or images of recruits or permanent personnel performing duties in the presence of recruits or recruit training to any 1-9  DepO 1513.6H unofficial public forum, such as non-DOD web sites, blog sites, etc. is strictly prohibited. 17. Loyalty Lectures Are Prohibited. Efforts to persuade or imply to recruits that they owe greater loyalty to an individual or individuals rather than to lawful regulations is known as a "Loyalty Lecture.” The only instruction recruits will be given is that they have a duty to testify truthfully. Attempts to sway a recruit or group of recruits to forsake this duty by appeals to loyalty to an individual or individuals is prohibited. 18. Such activities as “trashing the house”, “blanket and/or green belt parties”, or other “named” events meant to primarily create chaos, frustration and confusion are strictly prohibited. 1007. Recruits’ Rights. Certain rights are fundamental to the welfare of all recruits and will not be denied. All recruits have the right to: 1. Three meals per day with 20 minutes to consume each meal, except during the Crucible event. 2. Make head calls as necessary. 3. Eight hours uninterrupted sleep except during authorized conduct of interior guard/fire watch, while aboard WFTBN during the Crucible, and during authorized BWT night training events. 4. Maintain proper hygiene daily. 5. Attend sick call, follow-up appointments, and use medication prescribed by a medical or dental officer, in accordance with the prescription directions. 6. One hour of free time daily, except during processing, forming, BWT, and the Crucible. 7. Send mail and receive all mail on the day it is received by the recruit’s company and maintain privacy of both incoming and outgoing correspondence without censorship or review. See paragraph 1013 if a recruit is suspected of receiving unauthorized items or contraband. 8. Attend scheduled religious services and be allowed to receive private counseling from the Chaplain at other times during training upon request. 9. Make and receive emergency telephone calls and receive emergency messages. 10. Receive visitors when approved by the company commander and when it will not interfere with the training schedule. 11. Maintain authorized personal belongings to include cash, personal financial documents, bucket issue items, and issued uniforms without destruction or theft by permanent personnel. 12. Request Mast via the chain of command. 13. Request to see a Victim Advocate (VA). 1-10  DepO 1513.6H 1008. Physical Contact with Recruits. Physical contact with a recruit should not be the first recourse for correction but only utilized because a recruit has not properly understood repeated verbal orders. Wherever possible, physical contact should include a verbal explanation for the reason the DI is making physical contact. Any contact made for the below authorized reasons must be executed with the minimum force necessary to accomplish the task at hand. DIs should strive to remain the distance of "one arm’s length" from each recruit and will maintain a minimum distance of 12 inches from every recruit. No part of the DI's body, to include the campaign hat and fingers when pointing, will be within 12 inches of a recruit unless engaged in one of the eight authorized instances of physical contact: 1. Correct a recruit's position. 2. Correct a recruit's movement. 3. Adjust the arrangement of a recruit's clothing or equipment. 4. Conduct an inspection of a recruit's person, clothing, or equipment. 5. Conduct a demonstration during authorized training. During Marine Corps Martial Arts Program (MCMAP) drills, instructors will not engage in such drills with recruits except to correct a recruit's position or movement. If a demonstration is required, the instructor will demonstrate by using a DI and not a recruit. 6. Prevent injury to a recruit. 7. Attend to an injured recruit. 8. Defend oneself from an assault by a recruit. 1009. Authorized Techniques for Instilling Discipline 1. In teaching discipline and respect, certain methods are authorized for use by recruit trainers. If other disciplinary measures have failed, any recruit who refuses to train, short of being belligerent, shall be processed for discharge. a. Firm guidance and direct counseling executed in a fair and dignified manner. Sound judgment and flawless example are paramount. Repetition should include performance feedback to the recruit upon each iteration of the task. b. Insistence upon instant obedience and response to commands and orders. c. Instilling a sense of urgency in accomplishing all tasks. d. Continuous reinforcement and mentoring on the importance of discipline and good order as a fundamental element of individual and unit esprit and Marine Corps culture. 2. Extra Military Instruction (EMI)/Free Time Suspension. EMI is an authorized method to instill knowledge, physical fitness, military bearing, and instant obedience to orders. Recruits not performing satisfactorily in 1-11  DepO 1513.6H authorized training may receive EMI. The Company Commander is the approving authority for EMI. The following criteria apply: a. EMI will directly relate to and address the recruit’s deficiency. b. EMI will be given only to recruits who require such instruction and will be supervised by a DI. c. EMI will be conducted during free-time, SDI time or at a time that does not conflict with scheduled training. d. EMI will not be conducted during time allotted for religious services. e. EMI will not last more than two hours per day and will be completed prior to taps. f. EMI is intended for individual corrections and is not authorized for unit-wide instruction. 3. Incentive Training (IT). Incentive Training provides DIs with a tool to aid in instilling discipline and motivation. Incentive Training assists in correcting minor infractions. Serious disciplinary infractions, however, will be referred to the Series Commander. a. Authority. A recruit may only receive IT from a DI assigned to their platoon unless the IT is administered by that recruit's Chief Drill Instructor (CDI). DIs must adhere to the time, Training Day, and exercise limitations published in the IT card in Chapter 3. b. Limitations. The following guidance supports the positive application of IT: (1) Recruits will not be abused nor pushed beyond their legitimate physical capabilities. Recruits must be given 60 minutes of recovery time between IT sessions. (2) All recruits will receive an IT brief from their Company First Sergeant or CDI during forming. A recruit will not be administered IT until they have received this brief. (3) IT may be administered beginning on T-1. IT may be administered only to recruits who have completed their initial medical evaluation during processing. (4) IT may be administered to individuals and groups, series size and smaller. Only CDIs may conduct IT for the entire series. Only SDIs may conduct IT for their entire platoon. Group IT will not be conducted because of a single recruit’s actions. (5) DIs may administer IT to a maximum of 10 recruits at a time. DIs may not circumvent these restrictions by “island hopping” or "round robin" recruits by administering IT to a group of 10 recruits while another group of recruits is on stand-by. (6) Prior to administering IT, the DI will require the recruits to remove eyeglasses, empty their pockets and place the contents in their cover. 1-12  DepO 1513.6H Recruits receiving IT will be in a PT or utility uniform with blouse removed. Running shoes and boots must be laced and tied. Recruits will remove sweatshirts prior to performing IT. (7) While conducting IT, the DI will use a watch to monitor the duration of each exercise with the IT card in hand. Exercises and repetitions will be administered in a manner that permits proper technique and correct execution. (8) IT will be conducting in one location for the duration of the session. Starting IT in one location and ending in another or going from pit to pit, (Island Hopping & Company tour) is forbidden. (9) IT is not authorized following commencement of the Crucible. Any disciplinary action required will be in accordance with appropriate judicial and/or administrative actions. (10) Due to safety considerations, DIs are not allowed in the pit during IT. (11) IT will not be performed at the following times: (a) 30 minutes prior to meals or less than 60 minutes following a meal; 30 minutes before or after scheduled PT/MCMAP; 30 minutes prior to a haircut appointment; 60 minutes prior to a medical/dental appointment. (b) While a recruit is in a medical or dental restricted status (i.e., light duty). Following inoculations, recruits may not be administered IT for 8 hours. Recruits may not be administered IT until 18 hours after blood donation. (c) 60 minutes prior to the CS gas practical application or until a shower is taken after the CS gas application. (d) 18 hours prior to an evaluated PFT or CFT. (e) During liberty, free time, after evening showers or before reveille, to include recruits standing fire watch. (f) During hours of darkness, outdoor IT is not authorized unless in a permanent IT pit. (g) During scheduled academic training. (12) IT will not be performed in the following locations: (a) Outdoors in red or black flag. Outdoor IT is also prohibited in yellow flag for recruits from T-1 through T-11. (b) Inside a squad bay, unless IT is administered on the quarterdecks only, and to no more than 10 recruits at any one time. (c) On the MCRD parade deck. (d) In standing water or on terrain that is hazardous for this training (gravel, hills, brush, etc.). 1-13  DepO 1513.6H (e) In confined spaces where a recruit might be injured (e.g., closets, heads, showers, DI duty hut, or passageways). (f) In any location or environment which is unsafe and could possibly cause a recruit to be injured (e.g., on a roadway, on any firing range, in rifle range target area while firing is in progress, etc.). (g) North of Wake Boulevard in the WFTBN area. (h) In the rappel tower/fast rope area. 4. Recruit Adjustment and Motivation Program (RAMP) is used to re-motivate or provide a sense of direction to recruits who appear to be able to overcome the challenges of recruit training, but are experiencing either self-doubt, a lack of motivation, or are falling behind their peers. The Company First Sergeant conducts RAMP with the support of the senior leaders of the battalion. Some of the motivational tools that may be used to reinforce the goal of becoming a Marine are: a. Allowing RAMP recruits to observe a graduation ceremony. b. Having the RAMP recruits participate in a Chaplain-led seminar on coping with the day-to-day stresses of recruit training. c. Facilitating discussions between RAMP recruits and recruits who have succeeded after overcoming similar challenges. d. Allowing the RAMP recruits to view motivational films. e. Allowing the RAMP recruits to participate in a question-and-answer period with Marines and recruits from the training battalion. 5. Trial Training a. Trial Training is a program for recruits who demonstrate reluctance to respond to orders and instructions or an inability to progress towards the objectives of recruit training and where the recruit receives positive reinforcement, close supervision, and meaningful direction from the SDI and the company officer. b. Trial Training impresses on a recruit the specific nature of the recruit's deficiencies and the adverse action that may occur if the recruit does not improve. c. Company officers may place recruits on Trial Training for 5 to 10 training days. d. Trial Training will not begin before T-4. e. Companies will not assign recruits to Trial Training after the start of 3rd phase without the specific approval of the Battalion Commander. f. Upon assigning a recruit to Trial Training, their Series Commander will contact the recruit's Recruiting Station (RS) or RS Sub-station (RSS) to inform them of the situation and solicit assistance to help the recruit 1-14  DepO 1513.6H overcome deficiencies. A recorded entry in MCTIMS will be made annotating with whom and the date the RS or RSS was contacted. Every recruit assigned to Trial Training will be required to visit RLS within 72 hours into the Trial Training period. A recruit may not continue with Trial Training until the visit to RLS is made. A MCTIMS entry will be made, including the date and time the recruit visited RLS. RLS will complete a Trial Training interview sheet for each recruit. Additional contacts will be made to inform the recruiter of the recruit's status at the conclusion of Trial Training. A Marine Corps Training Information Management System (MCTIMS) entry will be made specifying who, by name, was contacted at the RS. g. The Series Officer will personally counsel a recruit placed on Trial Training and serve the recruit a Written Notice of Deficiencies (WNOD). WNODs will be used to ensure the recruit receives the proper training counseling. A WNOD does not meet the counseling requirement of paragraph 6105 of reference (h) for use in an administrative separation proceeding. A signed copy of the WNOD will be placed in the recruit’s drop folder. The counseling will cover the specific nature of the recruit's deficiencies and will be entered into MCTIMS. h. The recruit's SDI will provide the recruit with additional assistance and counseling to help the recruit overcome deficiencies. This can take place during free time but only if the recruit requests assistance. The SDI will make an entry on the evaluation card every training day covering two points: (1) Counseled the recruit on their progress to date. (2) Listed positive and negative aspects of the recruit's efforts to overcome identified deficiencies. i. The Company Commander or their Series Officer will review the recruit's progress midway through the period, provide additional counseling, and make an appropriate MCTIMS entry. j. At the conclusion of Trial Training, the Company Commander or their Series Officer will counsel the recruit on their status. Company officers have four options: (1) If the recruit has made satisfactory progress, remove the recruit from Trial Training and allow him/her to continue training with his/her platoon. (2) If the recruit has not made satisfactory progress but shows the potential to quickly reach an acceptable level of performance, the recruit may be transferred to another platoon within the company for further evaluation and possible re-assignment to Trial Training. (3) If the recruit has not made satisfactory progress, but shows the potential for further service, recycle the recruit to another company at an appropriate stage of training. (4) If the recruit does not make satisfactory progress, and has no potential for further service, the Company Commander shall issue the proper 6105 counseling detailing the deficiency and process the recruit for Entry Level Separation (ELS) due to Incapability (INC), Lack of Reasonable Effort (LRE), or Failure to Adapt (FTA) per reference (i) and (j) as defined in 1-15  DepO 1513.6H paragraph 7011.2.b of this order. The recruit will receive no additional WNOD. k. All disciplinary actions will be complete before recycling or discharging as Trial Training failures. Disciplinary action before discharge proceedings may change the discharge from ELS/LRE to ELS/Minor Discipline Infraction (MDI). 6. Use of the recruiter as a tool. The recruiter knows what motivated the recruit to join the Marine Corps and is familiar with the recruit’s background. Each recruiter has a vested interest in the recruit, and in many instances, can re-motivate a recruit who is having second thoughts with a simple phone call. Company commanders will ensure their staffs: a. Identify those recruits who may have motivational problems. b. Ensure that recruits are afforded the opportunity to speak with their recruiter when necessary to assist with a motivational or disciplinary problems. c. Once recruiter contact is made, a counseling entry will be made in MCTIMS that specifies with whom the notification was made. d. The above actions do not apply when a recruit refuses to follow orders or becomes belligerent, refuses to train, and is being processed for ELS. Neither do they apply when recruits are being separated as a result of medical diagnosis (e.g., Failure to Adapt (FTA), Physical Evaluation Board (PEB), etc.). In such instances, recruiter notification will be made for the purpose of information rather than to solicit support/assistance. 7. Furling Guidons. To note poor platoon performance, the SDI may authorize a platoon's guidon to be furled anytime from the beginning of training to the start of the Crucible. Guidons will be furled in a neat appearance using three boot bands. 8. Blousing of trousers. At the SDI’s discretion, trousers may be un-bloused as a motivational tool for no more than 24 hours at a time between the end of 1st phase and the start of the Crucible. 9. Motivational Aids. Range flags, training aids, charts and pictures in the squad bays can provide color and motivation for recruit training. They have been part of the recruit training process for decades. The use and display of lewd, profane, sexist, or unprofessional pictures, or personal photographs on range flags, posters, or training aids are prohibited. Similarly, any material or motivational chant that violates the spirit of the Law of War is prohibited. 1010. Military Police (MP) Response to Criminal Activity by Recruits 1. DIs and company officers will not be subjected to abusive behavior from recruits; nor will recruits be subjected to abusive behavior. Employment of MPs is intended to provide the DI with a tangible, visible, and immediate means to handle criminal, physical or an exceptional situation. It is not intended to serve as a routine disciplinary tool or to be employed for effect at the beginning of each training cycle. 1-16  DepO 1513.6H 2. Disorderly conduct. If the authorized techniques for instilling discipline are not successful and the recruit becomes combative or physically abusive, then the MPs will be contacted. 3. DIs or company officers will call 911 and report any of the following incidents: a. Any serious crime that constitutes a violation of the UCMJ that results in serious injury, bodily harm, or jeopardizes the safety and security of personnel. b. Physical assault (including pushing, striking, etc.) or an attempt at physical assault upon a recruit, a civilian, a Marine or other service member. c. The threat of physical assault or retaliation by a recruit, civilian, or Marine. d. Recruit medical emergency, to include suicidal gestures or attempts. 4. MP Actions. MPs will respond appropriately and determine investigative jurisdiction. MP actions may include apprehending the recruit. Regardless, MPs will make notification to RTR’s CO/RTR OOD and Depot CDO. 5. After command notification by the MPs, RTR will report the incident to the Depot CDO. 6. In addition to any Military Police report or Criminal Investigation, the Battalion Commander retains the authority to conduct a command investigation. 1011. Punishments. Actions that may be taken include formal counseling, free time suspension via EMI, Page 11 entries, training recycle to another company, and Non-Judicial Punishment (NJP). Those recruits who fail to respond should be processed for ELS. In addition, the full spectrum of disciplinary options per the UCMJ may be initiated, including courts-martial. Questions on courts-martial should be directed to the Staff Judge Advocate or Military Justice Section of the Legal Services Support Team. 1012. Confinement 1. A recruit may be transported to the brig to be confined in a pre-trial restraint status upon authority of the Battalion Commander. Prior to initiating pre-trial confinement, the commander must have reasonable grounds to believe that an offense that could be tried by court-martial has been committed; that the individual to be confined committed it, that confinement is necessary to ensure the individual’s presence at trial or prevent further serious misconduct, and that less severe forms of restraint are inadequate. As the Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) holding cells can only be used for short periods, confinement of more than 24 hours requires approval of the Chief of Staff. Recruits are to be transported to other facilities as soon as possible. Recruits will be transported and admitted to the Charleston Brig. A copy of the “to” and “from” confinement order will be submitted to Recruit Administration Branch (RAB) by the recruit’s training battalion upon the recruit’s entry and exit from the brig. 2. Prior to confinement, the recruit must receive a confinement physical and obtain all gear required for confinement. Confinement physicals can be 1-17  DepO 1513.6H performed at NMTRU during working hours (0500-2400 Mon-Sat, 0800-2000 Sunday and federal holidays) but prior coordination through the Medical Officer of the Day (MOOD) or Medical Operations Officer must occur prior to the execution of the confinement physical. The MOOD phone number is (843) 321- 6500. The member may be placed in the local holding cell until the next morning if the brig physical can wait. Beaufort Memorial Hospital Emergency Room does NOT conduct brig physicals. 3. The responsible training battalion will provide chasers to transport the recruit and must present the recruit’s confinement order signed by the Battalion Commanders to the hospital staff. 4. The Battalion Commander will ensure that, within 48 hours after a member of his/her command is placed into pre-trial confinement, he/she conducts a probable cause review and completes a 72-hour memorandum in accordance with Rule 305 of the Rules for Courts-Martial. A single letter can meet both the 48 hour and 72-hour requirements. Battalion Commanders should consult with trial counsel on the contents of the letter. As soon as possible, but no later than 72 hours, the Battalion Commander must provide a report to the Commanding General via the CO, RTR. 5. The Battalion responsible for pre-trial confinement will ensure that weekly visits are conducted pursuant to reference (w) as applicable. 1013. Service of Civil and Criminal Process. When a Battalion Commander receives notification that any local, state, or federal government agency intends to serve a civil or criminal process upon a recruit, the Battalion Commander will immediately contact the Staff Judge Advocate’s office at the Depot Legal Services Support Team. Service of a civil or criminal process will be in accordance with references (n) and (aj). Administrative discharge proceedings will not commence until after the Staff Judge Advocate is consulted. The Recruit Administrative Branch will be notified once it is determined the recruit will be processed for an administrative discharge. 1014. Searches and Seizures 1. General. Recruits have an extremely limited expectation of privacy. The transformation from civilian to United States Marine requires constant DI supervision of every aspect of a recruit’s daily activities. The possibility that recruits may receive, or come into possession of contraband, should be a matter of continuing concern at all levels of command and supervision. Recruits do have an expectation of privacy for items contained in their valuables bag, luggage packed prior to graduation, personal mail, and unopened packages. 2. Inspections. Routine inspections designed to ensure discipline, operational readiness, or maintain security are not searches within the scope of laws pertaining to search and seizure. An example is a footlocker inspection conducted as a part of the nightly hygiene inspection. Seeking evidence of a crime is not an inspection, but rather a search and should follow the procedures outlined in the following section. 3. Search and Seizure a. Search and seizure of evidence is lawful only under certain circumstances. Failure to follow procedural rules may violate a member’s 1-18  DepO 1513.6H constitutional rights, likely rendering any evidence obtained, and the fruits of that evidence, inadmissible at a court-martial. b. Only Battalion Commanders or the Regimental Commander, based on a “probable cause” determination, may authorize a search of persons or places under their command and seizure of property pursuant to a lawfully authorized search. DIs will not conduct searches. If a DI believes a search is necessary, the DI must secure areas to be searched to preserve any possible evidence and notify the first officer in the chain of command who will then notify the Battalion Commander, via the Company Commander, for appropriate determination and authorization. The Provost Marshal and the Staff Judge Advocate must be included in the notification and will advise and assist the Battalion Commander in the proper search and seizure process. DIs should be prepared to provide reliable and timely information to the individuals to assist them in making decisions. Searches are not to be confused with inspections, as described in Paragraph 2 above. 1015. Privacy Act Data. All Marine Corps personnel will employ the following procedures to ensure the proper handling of Privacy Act data: 1. Full Social Security Numbers (SSNs) will not be included as part of any printed personnel reports, rosters, award certificates, correspondence, or local forms, unless required under the provisions of USC 552A. The only authorized SSN derivative that may be used is the last four digits. When available, the Department of Defense Identification (DODID) number will be used. 2. It is expressly forbidden to post privacy act data to publicly accessible web sites. Internal Marine Corps websites providing access to Privacy Act data will be secure socket layer and public key infrastructure enabled. 3. Privacy Act data will not be stored on a removable storage device, thumb drive, CD-ROM, DVD, or laptop unless encrypted and password protected. 4. Privacy Act data will not be maintained on personal computers/devices. 5. Documents containing Privacy Act information will be marked “CONTROLLED UNCLASSIFIED INFORMATION” and shredded when no longer required. 6. All personnel are required to password-protect Privacy Act data maintained on network shared drives. 7. Individuals who handle Privacy Act data must complete Privacy Act training prior to gaining access to Privacy Act records. Web-based Privacy Act training packages are available on the DON Privacy Act office website at www.privacy.navy.mil. 8. Documents containing Personally Identifiable Information (PII) will be disposed of by cross-cut shredding. Placing documents in a recycling bin is not sufficient for disposal of PII. 1016. Training Personnel Requirements 1. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). All company officers, DIs, and enlisted staff will possess a current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification. Initial CPR certifications will be completed by DI School. Thereafter, F&ES will provide CPR Practical Application during the F&ES pick- 1-19  DepO 1513.6H up brief. Personnel whose certification expires will not be permitted to perform duties directly involving the training of recruits. 2. Officers a. RTR officers must complete the Series Commander’s Course (SCC) at DI School before executing the supervisory duties of a series commander. In the event there is a gap between assignment to duty and the completion of the SCC, the CO RTR is delegated the authority to assign, in writing, the events which a non-SCC trained Series Officer may supervise. Such delegation is only temporary and will not be extended past the first iteration of the SCC following assignment to duty. b. Company officers will adhere to requirements listed in Figure 1-1. 3. DIs. DIs are tasked with providing supervision during all instruction, as well as conducting reinforcement training and remedial instruction. A DI will always be near their platoon and will adhere to the requirements listed in Figure 1-1. 4. Non-DI Recruit Supervisors. This pertains to any individual, regardless of status, who routinely exercises directive authority over recruits. COs will ensure that all non-DI recruit supervisors, to include Navy, Marine, and civilian personnel, have successfully completed the SOC/RTO test and obtain a re-certification annually. The testing unit will make an MCTIMS entry for those Marines who pass the exam and will keep a logbook for those sailors and civilians who pass the exam. a. RTR will conduct a test monthly, or by special appointment, coordinated through the RTR S-3, for those assigned to the RTR, HQSVCBN, or MCCS. b. WFTBN will conduct training, testing and certification of their assigned personnel who exercise authority over recruits. c. Personnel failing the test, or not completing their annual re- certification, will be removed from the recruit training environment until such time they demonstrate mastery. d. The recruit supervisor card must be carried by all non-DI recruit supervisors. See Figure 1-2. 5. SDI/CDI Course and SCC. DI School will convene an SDI/CDI course and SCC training as dictated by the training battalions’ needs. DI School will also conduct additional informal training such as Company Commander’s as required. 6. RTO Re-Certification. RTO re-certification testing will be conducted as follows: a. CO, RTR. Ensure all personnel assigned to recruit training companies, Support Battalion companies, and all 0911s regardless of assignment within RTR, are tested on their knowledge of training procedures, requirements, and restrictions contained in this order prior to pick up. (1) Prepare, administer, score, and post the results of the test. (2) Develop a program of remediation and re-testing for test 1-20  DepO 1513.6H failures. Procedures for dealing with personnel who fail the re- certification are contained in reference (f). (3) Ensure those personnel returning from quota outside of RTR are re-certified prior to resuming duties as a DI. (4) Ensure all DI School students are certified prior to their graduation. b. CO, WFTBN. Administer a SOC/RTO test that has been coordinated with CO, RTR, to all DIs on quota at WFTBN and Field Instructors, Primary Marksmanship Instructors, Combat Marksmanship Trainers, and Combat Marksmanship Coaches. Personnel failing the test will be removed from the recruit training environment until such time they can demonstrate mastery. 7. Pick-up Week Training for Training Companies. a. Given the complexities of the recruit training environment, all RTR training companies must begin the training cycle with a common understanding of standards, expectations, resources available, and emergent requirements associated with recruit training. b. Recruit Training Battalions will establish pick-up week training schedules for their assigned recruit training companies that include, at a minimum, the below list of required instruction and training events. Companies conducting back-to-back training cycles, or executing a pick-up week shortened due to a CG, MCRD/ERR approved holiday liberty period, may execute an abbreviated pick-up training schedule with the Battalion Commander’s approval: (1) RTR CO/SgtMaj brief (2) DI School RTO re-testing/certification (3) F&ES CPR/AED Practical Application Brief (4) Preventive Medicine (Medical) brief (5) Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) Brief (6) Sports Medicine and Injury Prevention Brief (7) Dental Brief (8) Mental Health Unit Brief (9) Battalion Chaplain (10) Family Advocacy (11) Behavioral Health (12) Substance Abuse Control Officer* (13) Recruit Administrative Branch* (14) Property Control Division/Clothing* 1-21  DepO 1513.6H (15) Special Training Company brief (16) Instructional Training Company brief (17) Armory (18) Recruit Liaison Section (19) RTR Ground Safety Officer Brief (20) Navy/Marine Corps Relief Society* (21) QAE brief on trends and observations (22) Command Inspector’s Brief (23) Weapons and Training Battalion Brief (24) Depot SgtMaj Brief *NOTE: Events marked with an asterisk “*” are eligible to be removed from a shortened pick-up week. c. Battalion Commanders have the option to add to the required instruction list at their discretion. d. Per reference (ag), additional pick-up training on injury prevention is required during “HOT SOP.” e. Training battalions will submit a “Pick Up” week training schedule for their companies to RTR S-3 NLT Thursday prior to scheduled execution. 1017. Unauthorized Absence (UA) Recruit 1. Discovering Unit’s Actions. If a recruit’s whereabouts are unknown, that recruit will be considered missing. A missing recruit will also be reported as UA. When a recruit is discovered or reported missing, the following procedures will be implemented (see Figure 1-3 below for DI immediate actions): a. Notify the Provost Marshal’s Office (PMO) via the PMO Desk Sergeant at 843-228-3444. b. Conduct an immediate search of the recruit’s last known location. c. If the recruit is not located, contact the NMRTU-M and F&ES to see if the subject has been admitted, or has been transported to an off-site medical facility or other location. d. Once the immediate area has been searched, and the recruit has not been found at NMRTU-M or otherwise located, notify the G-3 (Mission Assurance or Emergency Manager) at (843) 228-2034/2035 (during working hours) or the Command Duty Officer (CDO) at (843) 228-3712 after hours or on non-working days. 2. PMO Actions 1-22  DepO 1513.6H a. PMO will notify the gate sentries and MP patrol units. b. PMO will assess the situation and determine follow-on actions in accordance with MCO 5580.2B W/CH 2 Law Enforcement Manual, Section 11900: Missing Persons. 3. G-3 / CDO Actions. Upon notification of a missing recruit, the G-3 / CDO will notify the Headquarters and Service Battalion (HQSVCBN), Recruit Training Regiment (RTR), Weapons and Field Training Battalion (WFTBN), and Eastern Recruiting Region (ERR) S-3 offices during normal working hours, or the respective unit’s Officer of the Day (OOD) outside of normal working hours. a. Based on PMO procedural and support requirements, G-3/ CDO will task units to search their designated areas of responsibility. b. The S-3 office or unit OOD will conduct subsequent notifications of subordinate units to initiate searches. 4. Areas of Responsibility a. HQSVCBN. The battalion will internally coordinate with G-4 and Marine Corps Community Service (MCCS) representatives to facilitate searches of all assigned areas. b. RTR. Units with recruits in training at locations not assigned to them, such as Page Field or Leatherneck Square, will assist with searches in those areas through coordination with the owning unit. c. WFTBN. WFTBN will put all ranges in a “check-fire” status and conduct a search of the impact areas, coastal regions, and waterways. After the search has been completed, WFTBN S-3 will notify PMO, G-3 / CDO, and RTR S-3 of the search results and their intention to place the ranges into a “hot” status. Prior to resuming live-fire training, an announcement will be made over the range loudspeakers that firing is about to begin or resume. 5. If the missing recruit is not located after all units have reported completion of searches in their assigned areas, the EOC may be stood up to coordinate a more thorough search in the wilderness areas of the Depot. PMO will coordinate with external agencies to support broader area searches or investigations. 6. Actions upon finding a missing recruit. Once the missing recruit is found, notification of all parties will occur in the same order outlined above with one addition listed below. a. When missing recruit is found, Emergency Medical Services will be contacted via 911. b. Emergency Medical Services will conduct a wellness check of the recruit to determine if medical attention is required. (1) If medical attention is required, recruit will be transported to appropriate medical facility. 1-23  DepO 1513.6H (2) If medical attention in not required, recruit will be released to RTR. c. Upon EMS determination, RTR report status to Depot CDO. 1-24  DepO 1513.6H Figure 1-1 Recruit Training Matrix COMPANY SUPERVISION Minimum EVENTS Requirements OFFICER 1STSGT CDI SDI/PLT DI/PLT BDR / SDI Time 1 S1 1 DI ERPCRT F1-T18 1 SATO 1/SER RECRUIT APPOINTMENTS 1/SER PLATOON PICK-UPS ALL ALL ACADEMIC INSTRUCTION 1 S 1 CLOTHING S 1/SER GENERAL CLOSE ORDER DRILL (COD) 1 12 12 MEALS 19 S1 1 TESTING 1 S 1 INITIAL SWIM BRIEF 1 1 ALL SWIM TRAINING 13 S 1/SER COMMAND INSPECTIONS ALL ALL FAMILY DAY/ GRADUATION ALL ALL ADMINISARATIVE MOVEMENTS 1 S 1 SCHEDULED PT 1 1 1 ALL CONDITIONING MARCH ALL ALL PHYSICAL TRAINING MCMAP 1 1 1 PUGIL STICKS 1 1 1 ALL CONFIDENCE COURSE 1 1 1 ALL RAPPELLING 1 14 ALL REMEDIAL MCMAP 1 1 S 2 REMEDIAL ROPE CLIMB 1 S 1 DEVELOPMENTAL EXERCISES S 1 BUS MOVEMENT MOVE UP TO GENERAL 1/bus GRASS WEEK/SNAP IN 1/Co8 S8 18 GRASS/FIRING TABLE 1/2 FIRING LINE 1/RANGE5 1/RANGE 1/RANGE TABLE 1/2 PITS 1/RANGE6 1 MTP FIRING LINE 1/RANGE5 S 1/CO MTP PITS 1/RANGE6 1/CO8 COMPANY LINE OUT 1 1 ALL GAS CHAMBER, DAY/NIGHT MVMNT, 18 1 1 ALL FIELD BWT, LAND NAV. CRUCIBLE ALL ALL LEGEND: S = DUTY SDI ONLY, ALL = ALL AVAILABLE 1-25  DepO 1513.6H Manning and Supervision Cont’d General - All Available: Marines will be allowed to be absent from said listed events to escort recruits to medical and dental appointments, directed working parties, drop-required appointments, and any legitimate reason cleared through the Series Officer present. - Training shall not commence until the required number of recruit trainers are present. - Instructors will notify the S-3 of the battalion concerned if the required recruit trainers are not present within five minutes after the prescribed instruction is scheduled to commence. - If the required recruit trainers are not present after 15 minutes, instructors will notify RTR S-3. - Recruit trainers will provide similar notification if the prescribed instructor(s) fail(s) to appear. -If a CDI is not a requirement for an event, they may fulfill the requirement of an SDI. Notes 1. Until T-18 in First Phase, the requirement is one officer per series. After first phase, the company duty officer may fulfill this requirement. The expectation is the officer remain in the vicinity of one of the platoons in the series/company as the platoons may be in different locations during SDI time. 2. Only one DI or SDI per platoon is required for scheduled or non-scheduled COD (e.g., Sundays, holidays, and SDI time). Additional supervision may be required for COD periods in early TDs as well periods leading up to the Initial and Final Drill Evaluations. 3. At least one company officer must be located on the top of the rappel tower. 4. The senior CDI/Officer on the range will satisfy this requirement. SDIs / DIs who are CMC or CMT certified may walk the firing the line to assist in coaching recruits through their course of fire. 5. Marines in the billet of CDI or higher will fulfill this requirement throughout firing week or MTP, and serve as certifying officer during pre- qualification, qualification, and scored MTP firing. 6. One pit verifier for every ten targets. 7. During field training events, a series officer must remain overnight and be present for morning and evening BDR. 8. One officer per company, one SDI per series and one DI per platoon. Additionally, one duty SDI per series will be present on TD-30 for both the 1-26  DepO 1513.6H Weapons Handling Test Certification and the administration of the Weapons Handling Test. One CDI or SERCO per series will be present for all final attempts of the Weapons Handling Test Certification on TD-33 & TD-34 respectively. 9. Beginning of phase 4, only 1 SDI per series is required to supervise the chow hall. Figure 1-2 Non-DI Handlers’ Card FRONT BACK Figure 1-3 DI Immediate Action Checklist DI Immediate Action Checklist  Notify the Provost Marshal’s Office (PMO) at 843-228-3444.  Search recruit’s last known location. If not found, then…  Contact NMRTU-M and the Fire Department. If not found, then…  Contact G-3 Mission Assurance/Emergency Manager or Command Duty Officer (CDO). 1-27  DepO 1513.6H THIS PAGE LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY 1-27  DepO 1513.6H CHAPTER 2 RECEIVING, PROCESSING, FORMING PARAGRAPH PAGE GENERAL 2000 2-2 RECRUIT TRAINING REGIMENT (RTR) 2001 2-2 RECEIVING 2002 2-4 RECEIVING INSPECTION AND INVENTORY 2003 2-11 RIFLE ISSUE, SECURITY, SAFETY, 2004 2-12 RESPONSIBILITIES, AND TURN-IN RIFLE CARE AND CLEANING 2005 2-15 HAZARDOUS WASTE (HAZWASTE) 2006 2-16 PROCESSING 2007 2-17 FORMING 2008 2-18 FIGURE 2-1 EXTRA BLANKET STORAGE 2-8 2-2 SHOE RACK DISPLAY 2-8 2-3 UPRIGHT RACK DISPLAY (FRONT AND BACK) 2-9 2-4 HYGIENE INSPECTION RACK DISPLAY 2-9 2-5 RIFLE SECURITY 2-12 2-6 SQUAD-BAY CAPACITY CHART 2-20 2-1  DepO 1513.6H 2000. General. This chapter defines the organization of RTR; the actions conducted during Receiving, Processing, and Forming; the introduction of the service rifle; and initial indoctrination into military life. 2001. RTR. RTR provides enlisted reception and basic training upon their admission or accession into the Marine Corps. RTR also provides training, certification, and professional development for DIs and series officers. RTR consists of a regimental HQ, four numbered recruit training battalions, a Support Battalion, and Drill Instructor School. 1. RTR Headquarters (HQ). HQ consists of staff sections ranging from administration, logistics, chaplain services, and to operations staffed to provide command and control of the subordinate battalions and DI School. 2. Recruit Training Battalions (1st, 2nd, and 3rd). The battalions consist of a HQ Company and four to five Recruit Training Companies that conduct the prescribed training for assigned recruits. Company and platoon assignments by battalion are: RTBn Companies Platoons 1st A, B, C, D 1000-1200 2nd E, F, G, H, 2000-2300 3rd I, K, L, M, N 3000-3300 Note: Standardization and tracking being essential, as reflected in the Master Projection Plan, female platoons in integrated companies will be housed on 2nd deck, lead series in all battalions and numbered as 2nd platoon-lead side. 3. Support Battalion (SPTBN). Provides reception, processing, training, medical rehabilitation, and separations for recruits. SPTBN includes the following units: a. HQ Company. HQ Section consists of S-1, S-3, S-4, and Chaplain section. The attached Recruit Screening Office (RSO) from Marine Corps Intelligence Agency (MCIA) is responsible for: screening and processing all intelligence MOS and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance matters for recruits and coordinating with the Marine Barracks Washington, D. C. (Marine Barracks 8th and I) selection team for the Presidential Support Program. b. Recruit Processing Company (RPC) is composed of the Receiving Section, the Recruit Separations Platoon (RSP) and the Medical Liaison Section. (1) Provides entrance and exit processing of recruits to include preparing them administratively for recruit training and follow-on assignment or separation/discharge. (2) Supervises the medical and dental liaisons at NMRTU and NMRTC BEAUFORT to assist the medical/dental, battalion, and company staffs with all aspects of recruit supervision, accountability, and appointment tracking while recruits receive medical and dental care. (3) RSP holds all recruits awaiting completion of the separation process. 2-2  DepO 1513.6H c. Special Training Company (Company R) is composed of Physical Conditioning Platoon (PCP), Evaluation Holding Platoon (EHP), Basic Marine Platoon (BMP), and Medical Rehabilitation Platoon (MRP). (1) MRP and PCP provide for the medical rehabilitation and physical conditioning of male recruits who are unable to continue training. Female recruits who require the same care are members of either Medical Rehabilitation Section (MRS) or Physical Conditioning Section (PCS). These sections are maintained within FRP. (2) EHP provides support to male recruits who require further physical evaluation prior to their return to training or their discharge. Female recruits who require further physical evaluation belong to Medical Holding Section (MHS). Recruits who require mental health evaluations are retained by the training company until the evaluations are complete. (3) Battalion Commanders will transfer recruits to MRP/FRP only after reviewing the recruit’s record. (4) A recruit may be assigned to Company R more than once. (5) A recruit assigned to MRP/EHP/FRP who is cleared by a medical provider to return to training may be assigned to PCP/PCS for physical conditioning prior to reassignment to a training company. (6) BMP rehabilitates recently graduated Marines who are not able to attend the School of Infantry (SOI) due to medical conditions and have been placed in a graduation hold status by their recruit training battalion. d. Instructional Training Company (Company T) provides academic, MCMAP, and Water Survival instruction and monitors academic testing. Company T also provides support to Company R in order to motivate and speed the recovery of recruits. Company T consists of a Martial Arts Section (MAS), an Academic Instruction Platoon (AIP), and a Water Survival Section (WSS). 4. DI School a. Further develops the knowledge, command presence, physical conditioning, leadership, and instructional abilities of selected SNCOs and NCOs to successfully perform the duties of a DI. b. Provides company grade officers with the orientation, education, and training necessary to successfully perform the duties of a series commander. c. Provides career enhancement and sustainment training to company officers, First Sergeants, and DIs. d. Provides other academic instruction as necessary. e. Provide opportunities to observer recruit training without incurring supervisory requirements, prior to graduation. DISC students will not engage in IT, they are only allowed to observe. They will not make series or company corrections and will not be assigned as the “Road Guard Hat” for any movements. 2-3  DepO 1513.6H f. The top drill instructors will be screened and assessed by the RTR CO and SgtMaj for potential assignment to DISC. The approved applicants will be interviewed by the Director, Chief Instructor, and DISC 1stSgt for selection. 2002. Receiving. Receiving commences with a recruit's arrival at the Depot and represents the first step in the process of joining a recruit to the Marine Corps. 1. Since the receiving and processing periods are often under strict time constraints due to circumstances beyond the Depot’s control (e.g., late shipping, external agency support, weather delays, and flight cancellations) the CO, SPTBN, may suspend free time, authorize late taps, or, in extreme situations, receive and process throughout the entire period. 2. Receiving personnel are re