To report incidents of domestic or child abuse to Echelon 2 commands, which reporting mechanism should be used?

• A. OPREP-3 SITREP
• B. OPREP-1 SITREP
• C. Security Incident Report
• D. Echelon 2 Command Memo

Answer: (A)

Reporting significant and sensitive incidents to higher command uses OPREP-3 SITREP because it is the standard channel for rapid escalation to Echelon 2 and above. OPREP-3 provides a concise, standardized situation report that keeps senior leadership informed quickly when an event could affect welfare, safety, or readiness. Domestic or child abuse involving personnel fits this criterion, as it has serious implications for command climate and mission performance and requires immediate awareness at the highest levels.

OPREP-1 SITREP serves different, typically less urgent reporting needs and isn’t the preferred path for sensitive personal incidents. A Security Incident Report focuses on security-related events like breaches or intrusions and isn’t the appropriate vehicle for personal family abuse cases. A command memo is an internal document and doesn’t offer the rapid, standardized escalation to higher echelons that OPREP-3 SITREP provides.