DA Form 3180-1: CBPRP Statement of Understanding

DA Form 3180-1: CBPRP Statement of Understanding – The form ensures that military personnel, Department of the Army civilians, and contractors understand the strict reliability, security, and safety standards for positions involving access to chemical agents (Schedule 1 chemicals), biological select agents and toxins (BSAT), or related surety materials. Signing it confirms the individual’s awareness that failure to meet or maintain these standards can result in loss of certification, removal from duties, or other administrative actions.

Download the official DA Form 3180-1 here: https://armypubs.army.mil/pub/eforms/DR_a/ARN36535-DA_FORM_3180-1-000-EFILE-1.pdf (Latest version as of September 2022).

Purpose of the Chemical and Biological Personnel Reliability Program (CBPRP)

The CBPRP (sometimes referred to as BPRP) is part of the Army’s broader Chemical Surety Program. It aims to:

  • Select and retain only highly reliable, trustworthy individuals for sensitive chemical and biological duties.
  • Protect national security by minimizing risks of misuse, accidental release, or compromise of hazardous materials.
  • Ensure continuous evaluation of personnel reliability through medical, psychological, security, and behavioral screenings.

This program applies to positions with unescorted or unsupervised access to non-exempt amounts of chemical or biological agents.

Who Must Complete DA Form 3180-1?

You typically need to complete this form if you are:

  • Military personnel assigned to chemical or biological surety positions.
  • DA civilian employees applying for or assigned to roles involving chemical/biological materials.
  • On-site contractors requiring access to BSAT or Schedule 1 chemicals.

Hiring agencies or certifying officials require the form prior to a firm job offer for civilians or before or at the start of the initial interview/certification process for others. Refusal to sign generally disqualifies the individual from consideration.

Key Requirements and What the Form Covers

The Statement of Understanding outlines:

  • Program objectives and individual responsibilities for safety, security, and reliability.
  • Standards for personal conduct, reporting requirements (e.g., unusual incidents, medical changes, substance use), and ongoing evaluation.
  • Consequences of non-compliance, including decertification and potential loss of position.

It works alongside related forms such as:

  • DA Form 3180-2 — Chemical and Biological Personnel Screening and Evaluation Record.
  • DA Form 3180-3 — Chemical and Biological Personnel Reliability Program (PRP) Status Report.

How to Fill Out and Submit DA Form 3180-1?

Instructions are embedded in the form itself. Key steps usually include:

  1. Review the full statement carefully.
  2. Provide required personal information.
  3. Sign and date to acknowledge understanding and agreement.
  4. Certifying officials review and process it with supporting documentation.

The form is fillable and available as a PDF from official Army sources. Always use the most current version from Army Publishing Directorate (armypubs.army.mil).

Importance for National Security and Career Implications

Compliance with the CBPRP via DA Form 3180-1 is non-negotiable for roles involving chemical and biological materials. It upholds the highest standards of trustworthiness, directly supporting Army readiness and the safe stewardship of critical assets.

For service members and civilians, successful certification (and recertification) is often essential for specific assignments, deployments, or career progression in chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) fields.

  • AR 50-6, Chemical Surety — Primary governing regulation.
  • Army Publishing Directorate for official forms.
  • Local Chemical Surety Officer or Certifying Official for unit-specific guidance.

Note: Policies and requirements can be updated. Always consult your chain of command, certifying official, or official Army publications for the latest guidance.

This article is for informational purposes and is based on publicly available U.S. Army resources. For official advice, contact your unit or installation Chemical Surety personnel.