WAPS SSgt (PFE) Test Study Guide
1. Leadership and Supervision - ANSWER Initiate a formal counseling
session using the ACA framework. Document the behavior, set expectations,
and follow up with an action plan.
2. Enlisted Force Structure - ANSWER Yes, with oversight. SrA may be
encouraged to demonstrate initiative, but the TSgt must ensure guidance and
accountability remain in place.
3. Customs and Courtesies - ANSWER Stand at attention, do not salute, and
face the flag or the direction of the music.
4. Dress and Appearance - ANSWER Correct the issue immediately by
referencing AFI 36-2903, and explain the standards and expectations for
uniform compliance.
5. Air Force Programs (EO/SAPR) - ANSWER Immediately report it to the
Equal Opportunity office and ensure the member is aware of available
resources. Maintain confidentiality and do not attempt to investigate it
yourself.
6. Fitness and Resiliency - ANSWER Enroll them in a remedial fitness
program, connect them with a unit fitness program manager, and schedule
follow-up assessments.
7. Air Force Heritage and Core Values - ANSWER Integrity First. You must
report the misconduct through your chain of command or IG.
8. Air Force Heritage and Core Values - ANSWER It is the official birthday of
the United States Air Force, marking the day the Air Force became a
separate service branch.
9. Air Force Heritage and Core Values - ANSWER c) Honor Above All.
10. Air Force Heritage and Core Values - ANSWER Billy Mitchell.
11. Enlisted Force Structure - ANSWER To provide leadership, mentorship,
and supervision to NCOs and junior enlisted Airmen.
12. Enlisted Force Structure - ANSWER TSgt (Technical Sergeant).
13. Enlisted Force Structure - ANSWER a) Airmen's direct supervisor.
14. Leadership and Supervision - ANSWER What is the primary purpose of the
Airman Comprehensive Assessment (ACA)?
15. Feedback to Airmen - ANSWER To provide feedback to Airmen on their
performance and set expectations for development.
16. Addressing poor performance - ANSWER First, provide feedback through
an informal counseling session. If the behavior continues, initiate formal
counseling and work with the Airman on an action plan.
17. Refusal to follow orders - ANSWER Document the situation, attempt to
understand the reasons behind the refusal, and take appropriate corrective
action, including potentially escalating to higher leadership.
18. When to salute - ANSWER Salute officers and Medal of Honor recipients,
during the National Anthem, when reporting to an officer, and when passing
an officer in uniform outdoors.
19. National Anthem indoors - ANSWER Stand at attention, face the flag or
direction of the music, and remain silent.
20. Addressing an officer - ANSWER Stand at attention, salute, and state
'Sir/Ma'am, Airman [last name] reports as ordered.'
21. Air Force Equal Opportunity (EO) program - ANSWER Aims to prevent
discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
22. Reporting sexual assault - ANSWER The Airman can report the incident
through unrestricted or restricted reporting channels.
23. ACE model purpose - ANSWER To assist Airmen by Asking, Caring, and
Escorting them to appropriate resources.
24. Uniform guidelines - ANSWER That the uniform is worn according to AFI
36-2903 guidelines and is in proper condition.
25. Tattoos policy - ANSWER No, tattoos on the neck and hands are
prohibited, except for a wedding band.
26. Correct uniform combination - ANSWER b) Service Dress with a flight
cap.
27. Primary mission of the Air Force - ANSWER To fly, fight, and win—
Airpower anytime, anywhere.
28. Maneuver principle - ANSWER The ability to place the enemy in a position
of disadvantage through the flexible application of combat power.
29. Tenet of airpower - ANSWER d) All of the above.
30. Minimum passing score for PT test - ANSWER A total score of 75 or
higher, with at least a minimum score in each component.
31. Most important fitness test component - ANSWER The 1.5-mile run.
32. Actions for failing fitness test - ANSWER The supervisor should enroll the
Airman in a remedial fitness program and monitor their progress.
33. Chain of command - ANSWER Flight → Squadron → Group → Wing →
NAF → MAJCOM → HQ USAF.
34. Highest-ranking enlisted member - ANSWER The Chief Master Sergeant of
the Air Force (CMSAF).
35. Role of a First Sergeant - ANSWER To advise the commander on enlisted
matters, morale, readiness, and discipline.
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WAPS SSgt (PFE) Test Study Guide
1. Leadership and Supervision - ANSWER Initiate a formal counseling
session using the ACA framework. Document the behavior, set expectations,
and follow up with an action plan.
2. Enlisted Force Structure - ANSWER Yes, with oversight. SrA may be
encouraged to demonstrate initiative, but the TSgt must ensure guidance and
accountability remain in place.
3. Customs and Courtesies - ANSWER Stand at attention, do not salute, and
face the flag or the direction of the music.
4. Dress and Appearance - ANSWER Correct the issue immediately by
referencing AFI 36-2903, and explain the standards and expectations for
uniform compliance.
5. Air Force Programs (EO/SAPR) - ANSWER Immediately report it to the
Equal Opportunity office and ensure the member is aware of available
resources. Maintain confidentiality and do not attempt to investigate it
yourself.
6. Fitness and Resiliency - ANSWER Enroll them in a remedial fitness
program, connect them with a unit fitness program manager, and schedule
follow-up assessments.
, 7. Air Force Heritage and Core Values - ANSWER Integrity First. You must
report the misconduct through your chain of command or IG.
8. Air Force Heritage and Core Values - ANSWER It is the official birthday of
the United States Air Force, marking the day the Air Force became a
separate service branch.
9. Air Force Heritage and Core Values - ANSWER c) Honor Above All.
10.Air Force Heritage and Core Values - ANSWER Billy Mitchell.
11.Enlisted Force Structure - ANSWER To provide leadership, mentorship,
and supervision to NCOs and junior enlisted Airmen.
12.Enlisted Force Structure - ANSWER TSgt (Technical Sergeant).
13.Enlisted Force Structure - ANSWER a) Airmen's direct supervisor.
14.Leadership and Supervision - ANSWER What is the primary purpose of the
Airman Comprehensive Assessment (ACA)?
15.Feedback to Airmen - ANSWER To provide feedback to Airmen on their
performance and set expectations for development.
16.Addressing poor performance - ANSWER First, provide feedback through
an informal counseling session. If the behavior continues, initiate formal
counseling and work with the Airman on an action plan.