What is AR 600-86?
AR 600-86 is an acronym for Army Regulation 600-86, which is the Army's official guide for the Disaster Personnel Accountability and Assessment Program.

What is the purpose of AR 600-86?
The purpose of AR 600-86 is to establish policies and procedures for the personnel accountability and assessment program during disaster situations to ensure the safety and well-being of Army personnel.

Who does AR 600-86 apply to?
AR 600-86 applies to all Army military personnel, including Active Army, United States Army Reserve (USAR), and Army National Guard (ARNG).

What is the importance of the Disaster Personnel Accountability and Assessment Program?
The Disaster Personnel Accountability and Assessment Program ensures commanders have accurate information about the safety and accountability of their personnel during and after a disaster, providing a basis for effective decision-making.

What is the role of commanders in implementing AR 600-86?
Commanders are responsible for ensuring compliance with AR 600-86 within their assigned units, including establishing procedures, maintaining personnel accountability, and participating in assessments.

How often should commanders conduct personnel accountability assessments?
Commanders should conduct personnel accountability assessments as necessary, but at a minimum, they must be conducted annually for all personnel under their command.

What actions should be taken if personnel accountability is lost during a disaster?
If personnel accountability is lost during a disaster, immediate actions should be taken to locate and account for missing personnel, including reporting the information to higher headquarters and initiating appropriate search and rescue operations.

Do contractors and Department of the Army Civilians (DAC) fall under AR 600-86?
Yes, AR 600-86 also applies to contractors and DACs as they are considered "Army personnel" for the purpose of this regulation.

Can unit-level personnel accountability systems be used in place of AR 600-86?
No, AR 600-86 must be followed in all Army organizations, and unit-level systems must incorporate the policies and procedures outlined in this regulation.