DD Form 93. Record of Emergency Data

DD Form 93, also known as the Record of Emergency Data, is a document used by the United States Department of Defense to collect and store important information about military service members in case of an emergency.

The main purpose of this form is to ensure that military service members have up-to-date information on file with their unit in case of injury, illness, or death. The form consists of several parts, including personal information, emergency contacts, and military service information.

Important fields that must be filled out accurately include the service member's full name, social security number, branch of service, and current assignment. The emergency contact section requires the service member to list at least two contacts who can be reached in case of an emergency. The military service information section includes information about the service member's rank, service branch, and service number.

Parties involved in this form include the service member, their unit, and the Department of Defense. It is important to consider that this form should be updated regularly to ensure that the information on file is accurate and up-to-date.

Additional documents that must be attached include a photograph of the service member and any supporting documentation, such as marriage certificates or birth certificates for dependents.

Strengths of this form include ensuring that military service members have important information on file in case of an emergency. Weaknesses include potential inaccuracies if the form is not updated regularly. Opportunities include improving emergency response times and ensuring that families are notified in a timely manner in case of an emergency. Threats include potential security risks if the form is lost or stolen.

Related forms include the Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance Election and Certificate form and the Application for Uniformed Services Identification Card/DEERS Enrollment form. Analogues may include emergency contact forms used by civilian organizations.

The form affects the future of the participants by ensuring that their emergency contacts and important information are on file in case of an emergency. The form is submitted to the service member's unit and is stored in their personnel records.