Who has authority to notify about quarters status?

• A. The member's unit commander or commander's designee.
• B. The member's supervisor only.
• C. The medical records clerk.
• D. The security officer on duty.

Answer: (A)

The person who can officially notify about quarters status is the member’s unit commander or the commander's designee. The commander oversees the unit’s readiness and welfare and has the authority to establish or modify a member’s duty status, including whether they are required to remain in quarters. A designee—someone the commander has authorized to act on their behalf—can perform the notification to the member and relevant supervisors, ensuring a clear and consistent process across the unit. Supervisors may notice conditions and make recommendations, but the formal notification authority rests with the commander or their designee. Medical records clerks handle medical documentation, and security officers handle security duties; neither has the authority to unilaterally notify quarters status, though medical input can influence the decision.