Pre-Mobilization Screening

Pre-Mobilization Screening Overview

Per MCRAMM Chapter 10 and Chapter 6, pre-mobilization screening verifies member readiness across five domains.

• Medical readiness
• Dental readiness
• Administrative readiness
• Training readiness
• Family readiness

Members not ready in any domain require remediation before mobilization.

Medical Screening

Most comprehensive screening domain.

Pre-Deployment Health Assessment (PDHA)

Per DoDI 6490.03DoDI 6490.03.

• Physical health screening
• Mental health screening
• Specific deployment-related health questions
• Updated immunizations
• Blood draws and labs as required

Specific Medical Items

• Current PHA within 12 months
• Updated immunizations per deployment requirements
• Specific medical waivers for deployment-limiting conditions
• Pre-deployment medications and supplies

Medical Disqualifying Conditions

Specific conditions might disqualify member from deployment.

• Significant chronic conditions
• Recent surgeries
• Specific psychiatric conditions
• Conditions requiring specific care unavailable in deployment area

Dental Screening

Per MCRAMM Chapter 6.

Required Dental Status

• Class 1 (no treatment needed) or
• Class 2 (routine treatment, deferrable)

Class 3 Members

• Significant dental issues blocking deployment
• Treatment required before mobilization
• Reserve Dental Care for deployment treatment

Class 4 Members

• Dental status not assessed
• Requires assessment and possibly treatment
• Specific procedures

Administrative Screening

For member's administrative readiness.

MCTFS Data

• Member's MCTFS data current
• Address and contact information current
• Specific data elements verified

Dependent Data

• Current NAVMC 10922NAVMC 10922
• DEERS enrollment for dependents
• Specific dependent verification

SGLI Election

• Current SGLI election (recommended max coverage)
• Beneficiary current
• Specific updates as needed

Record of Emergency Data (RED)

• Current RED with valid contacts
• Specific updates for life events
• Verified during pre-mobilization

Will and Power of Attorney

• Current will recommended
• Power of attorney for specific situations
• Coordinate with legal services

Training Screening

For member's MOS and required training.

MOS Qualification

• Current MOS qualification
• Specific MOS-related training current
• Refresher training if needed

Required Training

Standard training requirements.

• Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR)
• Information Security (INFOSEC)
• Specific other annual training
• Training current within required intervals

PFT and CFT

• Current PFT and CFT scores
• Within deployment standards
• Specific waivers if applicable

Rifle Qualification

• Annual rifle qualification current
• Specific qualifications per assignment

Specific Deployment Training

For specific deployments.

• Counter-improvised explosive device (C-IED) training
• Cultural awareness
• Language training (if applicable)
• Specific mission training

Family Readiness Screening

For member with family.

Family Care Plan

If applicable.

• Current Family Care Plan
• Specific care arrangements
• Documentation current

Family Briefing

• Family briefed on mobilization
• Family resources identified
• Family support plan in place

Specific Family Issues

• Health issues
• Special needs family members
• Specific family situations affecting member

Family Information Update

• Family contact information current
• Emergency contacts verified
• Specific notification preferences

Performance Steps for I&I Admin

When unit alerted for mobilization.

Step 1 - Identify Affected Members

Per mobilization roster.

• List of members to screen
• Specific timeline for screening
• Specific deployment information

Step 2 - Schedule Screenings

For each member.

• Medical screening at MTF
• Dental screening
• Administrative review session
• Training validation
• Family readiness check

Step 3 - Conduct Screenings

Coordinate completion.

• Medical and dental at MTF or providers
• Administrative review with member
• Training records review
• Family readiness check

Step 4 - Identify Gaps

For members with readiness issues.

• Document specific gaps
• Identify remediation needed
• Specific timeline for resolution

Step 5 - Coordinate Remediation

Address each gap.

• Medical treatment
• Dental treatment
• Administrative updates
• Required training completion
• Family preparation

Step 6 - Verify Final Readiness

Before member reports for mobilization.

• All screenings complete
• All gaps addressed
• Member cleared for mobilization

Step 7 - Document Screening

For audit and accountability.

• Specific screening completion
• Gaps identified and addressed
• Final clearance

Common Pre-Mobilization Screening Issues

Medical Issues

Members find health issues during screening.

• Treatment required before mobilization
• Possible deferment if uncorrectable
• Specific procedures

Dental Issues

Members in Class 3 status.

• Expedited dental treatment
• Reserve Dental Care for deployment
• Track to Class 1 or Class 2

Administrative Gaps

Members with outdated records.

• Coordinate updates
• Specific document submissions
• Verify completion

Training Gaps

Members missing required training.

• Coordinate completion
• AT or specific training periods
• Possible online training options

Family Readiness Issues

Members with family situation issues.

• Family Care Plan completion
• Family support coordination
• Specific accommodations

Pre-Mobilization Timeline

Standard timeline.

Coordination Touchpoints

Pre-mobilization screening touches.

• Local installation MTF: For medical and dental
• Reserve Health Readiness Program: For specific reserve provisions
• Member's family: For family preparation
• Member's civilian employer: For USERRA notification
• Mobilization receiving unit: For specific mobilization information

Quality Control on Pre-Mobilization

Common errors.

1. Insufficient time for screening. Late notification creates compressed timeline.
2. Medical issues not promptly addressed. Member's health issues delay mobilization.
3. Family Care Plan missing. Member reports without required FCP.
4. Training gaps not closed. Member arrives without required training.

Related Roles

Pre-mobilization screening affects every mobilizing Reserve member.

• Marines complete screening and address identified gaps.
• Leaders at units track member screening progress.
• Commanders at I&I coordinate unit pre-mobilization processing.