MCO P1070.12K W CH 1 MARINE CORPS INDIVIDUAL RECORDS ...

2007 IRAM
timely fashion, and are properly packaged and addressed per the
applicable notes for table 2-1.
e. For deceased Marines, immediately FAX a copy of the SGLV
election form and RED to the CMC (MRC) at commercial (703) 784-9823
or DSN: 278-9823. Within 48 hours of the death, close out and
forward the OQR/SRB per instructions contained in table 4-1.
Forward the records via certified/traceable mail, i.e., Federal
Express, United States Postal Service Priority Mail, Overnight
Mail, etc. DO NOT use consolidated mail or mail via the regular
mail system. Clearly mark the shipping document or label “DECEDENT
RECORDS FOR THE CMC (MRC) - - PRIORITY”. The CMC (MRC) must have
these records to certify benefit payments such as SGLI and arrears
of pay. DO NOT retain records for an investigation or any other
purpose. Make certified copies of the relevant documents and
forward the OQR/SRB, within the 48-hour time frame. Health and
dental records will be forwarded to the CMC (MRC) in the same
manner as the OQR/SRB. If possible, close out and forward the
health and dental records with the OQR/SRB to the CMC (MRC).
10. Use the OQR/SRB initially established for the Marine until the
individual's service is terminated by discharge, retirement,
resignation, or death, and closing of the Marine's service record
is accomplished. Whenever a Marine Corps reservist or a former
Marine is reappointed or enlisted for active duty in the Marine
Corps, retrieve and forward the SRB initially established to the
Marine's joining command as follows:
a. For Marine Corps reservists reenlisted while still under
the initial 8-year obligation, the CG, MCRSC will transmit the SRB.
b. Upon reenlistment of a former Marine, the joining command
should request the OQR or SRB from the CMC (MMSB-10). In the
request, provide name, grade, and SSN of the Marine, dates of
previous service, date released from active service/discharge, and
last command and new command address to which the Marine is joined.
The CMC (MMSB-10) will notify the new command in cases where delay
in excess of 60 days is anticipated.
11. Service Records of Marines Evacuated from Combat Areas
a. When Marines are engaged in combat, the CMC may designate
one or more activities to act as clearing agencies for service
records of Marines who cannot be located after evacuation from the
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