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Inspector General Office Camp Curtis Guild
Reading, MA 01867-1999

Individuals with IG complaints should contact the section via the below methods.

Call:	(508) 233-7561
FAX:	(508) 233-7567
Or Email

MISSION STATEMENT: To be an extension of the eyes and ears of the Adjutant General. The Inspector General is a non-partial fact finding extension of the TAG providing a continuous assessment of the state of efficiency, discipline, morale, esprit de corps, and readiness of units in the Massachusetts National Guard.

The four major functions of the Inspector General are:
�       Assistance
�       Inspections
�       Inquiries and Investigations
�       Teaching and Training

Contacting the Massachusetts National Guard Inspector General office is a right that all soldiers, civilians, and family members. If you feel the need to make the IG office aware of an issue or need some assistance, please contact the office. However, before you contact your IG office there are a few fundamental things that you should consider.

Before you tell it to the Inspector General

I got a beef with the system! What Steps should I take now?

       Be sure you have problem, not just a peeve.
(Are the cooks turning out lousy chow or was It just one bad meal).
   Give your chain of command a chance to solve the problem.
(Many problems must be addressed to the chain of command for resolution anyway).
   Contact your local IG first.
(IG�s at higher commands will normally refer the case to the local IG for action).
   Be honest; don�t provide misleading information.
(IGs will discover the truth quickly in most cases and there are penalties for knowingly providing false information).
   Keep in mind that IGs are not policy makers.
(If a policy is flawed you can submit proposed change on a DA Form 2028).
   Keep in mind that IGs can only recommend, not order a resolution.
(Only Commanders can order; the role of the IG is to advise the Commander).
   Remember IGs can only resolve a case on the basis of fact.
(Your claim that a supervisor has violated the rules doesn�t make it fact. A claim must be supported with evidence).
   Don�t expect instant action on your request. Be patient.
(Investigations take time, and IGs tend to have heavy workloads).
   Be prepared to take "No" for the answer.
(In any case "Yes" or "No", the IG will explain why).

To complain without fear of reprisal is the right of any Soldier, Civilian, or Family Member seeking IG help. After all, problem solving is one of the IG�s primary missions.