U.S. AIR FORCE FORM AF724
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ABOUT THE VERSION OF FORM AF724 POSTED ON U.S. AIR FORCE FORMS WEBSITE
File creation date: 01-12-2016. File extension: PDF. File structure: Dynamic XFA interactive. Number of fields: 80. Number of pages: 2. The file is encrypted
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Issue 1: Form AF724 posted on U.S. Air Force Forms Website is reader extended by Acrobat in violation of EULA.
The creator of form AF724 enabled Reader Extensions (RE) by using Acrobat 11 -- apparently, in an unintentional violation of Adobe Acrobat EULA (End
User License Agreement) 500 limit. Since form AF724 is posted on a government Website for the purposes to be filled out and returned to the government, the
form is distributed to more than 500 recipients and the number of returned forms (including hard copies) exceeds the Acrobat (11 and earlier) 500 limit. Since
users of form AF724 get access to features enabled in violation of Acrobat EULA, the users may be in violation of Reader EULA. Due to the 500 limit, using
Acrobat 11 or earlier to enable RE is not a solution for a government agency. An appropriate Adobe product is either Acrobat DC or LiveCycle RE (LCRE),
which is thousands times more expensive than Acrobat (to use LCRE, IRS, for example, paid to Adobe millions of dollars). There is no 500 limit in Acrobat
DC EULA. The creator of form AF724 was probably unaware of both the 500 limit of Acrobat 11 and the advantage of using Acrobat DC.
Issue 2: Form AF724 posted on U.S. Air Force Forms Website is a non-PDF form, despite the PDF extension.
The creator of form AF724 used Adobe LiveCycle Designer (LCD) technology (instead of Acrobat technology), and thus created (apparently, unintentionally)
a dynamic XFA form AF724, which is a non-PDF form, despite the PDF extension (a file type is not the same as a file extension). At first glance, this dynamic
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However, since this dynamic XFA form AF724 was created by a different technological method, it has a different structure, different functionality, and cannot
be manipulated in the same way as a normal PDF Acrobat form. In particular, this dynamic XFA form AF724 cannot be saved in Reader without using RE
(enabled by the creator in violation of Acrobat EULA, as shown above), it cannot be optimized for fast web viewing, it cannot be made compliant with Section
508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. In contrast, if form AF724 were created as a PDF Acrobat form, it could be saved in Reader 11 and later without using
RE, it could be optimized for fast web viewing, and it could be made compliant with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. To be manipulated in the
same way as PDF forms, this dynamic XFA form AF724 must be converted to a PDF Acrobat form. Currently, there is no effective method to convert a
dynamic XFA form into a PDF Acrobat form by retaining fillable fields. It is only possible to convert this dynamic XFA form AF724 into a flat PDF file, and
then to convert the flat PDF file into an Acrobat form by re-creating all the fillable fields from the scratch. Finally, while in some forms the dynamic XFA
structure may have some advantages over the Acrobat form structure (such as the ability to expand a field size or produce a new page to accommodate a longer
text and the availability of image and barcode field type), these advantages are not usable for form AF724 (in which the number of pages and the size of each
field are fixed and there is neither image nor barcode field types). Thus, for the user, the dynamic XFA structure of form AF724 has multiple disadvantages
and no advantages against the normal PDF Acrobat form structure. However, using LCD technology may expedite the process of form creation (by creating
the form layout and adding form fields all at once). The creator of form AF724 either didn’t realize that the created form was a dynamic XFA form, or didn’t
realize that a dynamic XFA form is a non-PDF form (despite the PDF extension), or didn’t realize the disadvantages of the dynamic XFA structure for the
form AF724, or considered these disadvantages less important than the advantage to expedite the process of form creation. Anyway, using the LCD technology
to create form AF724 was a strategic mistake.
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AIRMAN COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET (2Lt thru Col)
PRIVACY ACT STATEMENT
AUTHORITY: Title 10, United States Code ( U.S.C. ) 8013, Secretary of the Air Force; AFI 36-2406, and Executive Order 9397 (SSN ) , as amended.
PURPOSE: Form is used to document effectiveness/duty performance history.
ROUTINE USES: May specifically be disclosed outside the DoD as a routine use pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(b)(3). DoD Blanket Routine Uses apply.
DISCLOSURE: Mandatory. SSN is used for positive identification.
I. PERSONAL INFORMATION
NAME
RANK
UNIT
II. TYPE OF ASSESSMENT:
INITIAL
MID-TERM
RATEE REQUESTED
RATER DIRECTED
III. SELF ASSESSMENT (To be completed by Ratee and forwarded to Rater)
Rating Scale: Y = Yes, understands; N = Need more information
RESPONSIBILITY:
RATEE
1. Understands the importance of doing the right thing even when it is unpopular or difficult.
2. Understands the importance of responsibility in the use and care of equipment and assets.
3. Understands the importance of admitting to shortcomings or mistakes.
4. Understands the importance of refusing to participate in inappropriate behavior(s) despite social pressure(s).
5. Understands the importance of accomplishing tasks in a timely manner.
6. Understands the importance of providing support and welfare of family and ensuring they are prepared for separations and/or reunions.
(If applicable)
ACCOUNTABILITY:
7. Understands the importance of the AF Core Values/standards and how others should be accountable.
8. Understands the importance of application of situational awareness and sound judgment.
9. Understands the importance of living within means financially (budgets, saves, spends responsibility, etc.).
AIR FORCE CULTURE:
10. Understands the importance of leading by example.
11. Understands the importance of respecting self and others.
12. Understands the importance of looking after fellow Airmen and their families (to include while fellow Airmen are deployed).
13. Understands the importance of showing enthusiasm in being an Airman and inspiring others to reach their full potential.
14. Understands the importance of upholding the proud heritage of the Air Force and the importance of displaying the professional characteristics of
an Airman at all times (24/7).
SELF:
15. Understands the importance of setting aside time to assess self, as well as personal and professional goals.
16. Understands the importance of setting aside quality time to be with family and friends.
17. Understands the importance of striving to meet personal/professional goals. Review Section VII for discussing during the assessment session.
IV. AIRMAN'S CRITICAL ROLE IN SUPPORT OF THE MISSION (To be completed by Rater)
V. INDIVIDUAL READINESS INDEX (Completed by Rater after talking to unit deployment manager)
R = RED (UNSAT/NOT CURRENTLY DEPLOYABLE); G = GREEN (SAT/CURRENTLY DEPLOYABLE)
AEF Indicator
Are all deployment requirements current in accordance with AFI 10-403?
VI. PERFORMANCE FEEDBACK (To be completed by Rater) - Information may be used on next OPR
1. Job Knowledge. Has knowledge required to perform duties effectively. Strives to improve knowledge. Applies knowledge to handle non-routine situations.
N/A Initial Feedback
Does Not Meet
Meets
Above Average
Clearly Exceeds
2. Leadership Skills. Sets and enforces standards. Promotes a healthy organizational climate. Works well with others. Fosters teamwork. Displays initiative.
Self-confident. Motivates subordinates. Has respect and confidence of subordinates. Fair and consistent in evaluation of subordinates.
N/A Initial Feedback
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Does Not Meet
Meets
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Above Average
Clearly Exceeds
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3. Professional Qualities. Exhibits loyalty, discipline, dedication, integrity, and officership. Adheres to Air Force standards. Accepts personal responsibility.
N/A Initial Feedback
Does Not Meet
Meets
Above Average
Clearly Exceeds
4. Organizational Skills. Plans, coordinates, schedules, and uses resources effectively. Meets suspense's. Schedules work for self and others equitably and
effectively. Anticipates and solves problems. Develops innovative solutions.
N/A Initial Feedback
Does Not Meet
Meets
Above Average
Clearly Exceeds
5. Judgment and Decisions. Makes timely and accurate decisions. Emphasizes logic and decision making. Retains composure in stressful situations. Adheres
to safety and occupational health requirements. Recognizes and acts to take advantage of opportunities.
N/A Initial Feedback
Does Not Meet
Meets
Above Average
Clearly Exceeds
6. Communication Skills. Listens, speaks, and writes effectively. Clearly and succinctly conveys ideas.
N/A Initial Feedback
Does Not Meet
Meets
Above Average
Clearly Exceeds
7. Physical Fitness. Maintains Air Force physical fitness standards. Discuss current AF Fitness Program and how lifestyle ensures fitness standard goals.
Meets
Exempt
Next FA Due
Does Not Meet
VII. KNOWING YOUR AIRMAN (To be discussed by Ratee and Rater during the feedback session)
1. How do you think you are performing in the unit? How can your unit help you perform better?
2. What are some of your goals for self-improvement? (Goals should be SMART -- Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Time-bound).
2a. Do you have personal (family, financial, fitness, etc.) goals? Would you like to discuss?
2b. What are your professional (assignments, academic and professional education, etc.) goals (i.e., SOS, ACSC, AWC, Masters Degree)?
3. Do you have stressors in your life? If so, what are your goals for reducing them? How can we help?
4. Do you have Wingmen? Do you have at least one mentor?
5. How would you rate yourself as a Wingman and a mentor? Can you provide some specific examples?
6. Would you like to offer any suggestions/feedback? (e.g., unit improvements, safety, productivity enhancements, existing programs, living conditions)
7. Expectations for unit and ratee (Areas for Improvement, strengths and weaknesses; recommendations to improve)
8. NOTE: This information is to enhance open communication, the rater will not utilize or document any areas discussed in Section III or VII when preparing
evaluations (Ref: AFI 36-2406)
RATEE SIGNATURE
RATER SIGNATURE
DATE
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