For sponsors on unaccompanied assignments, a family member clearance screening is accomplished by the

• A. Military training facility (MTF) in closest proximity to the family
• B. Military personnel flight (MPF) in closest proximity to the family
• C. MTF in closest proximity to the member
• D. MPF in closest proximity to the member

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is that medical clearance for family members of sponsors on unaccompanied assignments is handled by a Medical Treatment Facility, and it should be the facility closest to the family. The MTF has the clinical resources, records, and screening protocols needed to assess health, vaccinations, and overall readiness of the family member. Having this screening done at the MTF near the family reduces travel burden, ensures timely access to the family’s medical history, and keeps the medical records with the local facility. The Military Personnel Flight handles administrative and personnel actions, not medical evaluations, so it isn’t the correct place for this screening. Conducting the screening at an MTF near the family aligns with providing appropriate medical oversight and convenience for the family, rather than routing it through the nearest facility to the sponsor or through an administrative office.