The policies governing this program are outlined
in OPNAVINST 6110.1. Currently, physical readiness
testing is required for all personnel on a semi-annual
basis. Testing, education, and training advice are
provided through a network of collateral duty
command fitness coordinators.
In addition to the
requirement for program implementation by each
subordinate command, Medical Department
responsibilities are
providing technical assistance to BUPERS,
conducting lifestyle, fitness, and obesity
research,
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Figure 15–1.—NAVMED 6120/1, Competence for Duty Examination request form (front).
