Unit Self-Assessment Program (USAP)
Primary AFIS Objective
AFIS Primary Objective
One of the primary objectives of the AFIS is to:
- Foster a culture of critical self-assessment and continuous improvement
- Reduce reliance on external inspection teams
USAP Primary Purpose
USAP Primary Purpose
Similarly, the primary purpose of the self-assessment program is to accurately identify and report issues to the command chain in such a manner that makes Airmen feel they can safely report what's true, NOT what they believe their commander or IG expects them to report.
What Effective USAP Depends On
USAP Depends on Reporting
An effective USAP depends on Airmen and Guardians reporting:
- The status of compliance with directives
- When they cannot comply, what constraints prevent them from doing so
Management Internal Control Toolset (MICT)
MICT Definition
MICT is a USAF program of record and is a tool for managing USAPs.
MICT Communication
The USAP may include communication from self-assessment communicators (SAC) within the MICT.
Self-Assessment Communicator (SAC)
SAC Definition
SACs are a tool designed to:
- Improve compliance with published guidance
- Communicate risk and program health up and down the chain of command
How SACs Work
SAC Function
As a self-assessment tool, SACs ask Airmen and Guardians at the shop-level to self-report compliance or non-compliance.
SAC Tailoring
SAC Tailoring
SACs may be tailored at the lowest Wing administrative levels allowing units the flexibility to track on the most relevant questions.