Personnel Problems May Hamper Army's Individual Ready Reserve in Wartime.
Abstract
The strength level of the Individual Ready Reserve--the Army's primary source of pretrained individuals--is less than one-half the number needed to meet requirements in the early days of war or national emergency. The actual shortage is probably worse, however, because reported strength includes persons who will not be available for early wartime assignments. Furthermore, assumptions about the percentage of reservists who are likely to report for duty were not scientifically established. Significant shortages in critical skills and uncertainties about refresher training needs further complicate the Army's wartime capabilities. Proposals submitted in the 97th Congress to increase the strength level of the Individual Ready Reserve either lacked justification or did not provide enough information for the Congress to decide their merit. If the proposals are resubmitted during the 98th Congress, GAO recommends that, before deciding on the proposals, the Congress require the Army to provide the necessary justification and information.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 31, 1983
- Accession Number
- ADA124352
Entities
Organizations
- United States Government Accountability Office