Joint Staff Equal Opportunity Policy Basic Training questions and Answers

True or False. When filing an informal complaint, the complaint must be in writing and the chain of command must be notified. (Equal Opportunity Complaint Process, Page 2) Answer: False. An informal complaint does not have to be in writing, and it does not require a chain of command notification. The goal of an informal complaint is to resolve the issue at the lowest possible level, and it can often be addressed through communication between the involved parties. Formal complaints, in contrast, must be filed in writing and typically involve notifying the chain of command or the appropriate Equal Opportunity (EO) office. What is maximum number of days to submit a formal complaint? (Equal Opportunity Complaint Process, Page 6) Answer: 60. The maximum number of days to submit a formal complaint is generally 60 days from the incident. However, it’s important to check with the specific policy in your organization or the particular EO program, as the timeline may vary in certain circumstances or programs.