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What is DA Form 5500?

DA 5500, or also known as a Body Fat Content Worksheet (Male), is a document used by the U.S. Army to track and record the body fat percentage of male service members. It is an essential tool in the Army Body Composition Program (ABCP) to evaluate and monitor soldiers' compliance with prescribed body fat standards. There is also a female version of this form called the DA 5501.

Purpose of the Army Body Composition Program (ABCP)

The ABCP provides a systematic approach to ensure soldiers meet height and weight standards across the Army National Guard, Active Army, and Army Reserve. Soldiers are assessed every six months, with the goal of safely losing 1% body fat or 3–8 pounds until they meet Army standards.

When is DA Form 5500 Used?

DA Form 5500 is completed by male soldiers who exceed the weight-for-height table (Table B-1) in AR 600-9. Soldiers flagged for exceeding body fat standards under AR 600-8-2 are automatically enrolled in the ABCP and must use this form to document their progress.

Key Features of DA Form 5500

1. Progress Tracking: Commanders use this form to monitor soldiers’ body fat reduction.
2. Personalized Support: Enrolled soldiers receive fitness guidance, nutritional counseling, and performance enhancement training from unit fitness trainers and registered dieticians.
3. Administrative Requirements: Commanders maintain a detailed ABCP file for each enrolled soldier, including their completed DA Form 5500.

Consequences of Exceeding Body Fat Standards

• Soldiers exceeding standards may face flagged status under AR 600-8-2, impacting their eligibility for favorable personnel actions.
• Unit commanders can order body fat assessments for soldiers not meeting a professional military appearance.

How to fill out DA Form 5500?

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Form DA 5500 requires you to measure body fat content. Once you are ready, follow the guide to fill out the form.

Section 1: Personal Details

This section entails the basic information of the soldier being assessed.

1. Name

Enter the soldier’s full legal name.

2. Rank

Enter the soldier’s rank.

3. Height

Enter the soldier’s height.

4. Weight

Enter the soldier’s weight.

5. Age

Enter the soldier’s age.

Section 2: Assessment

This section contains the different measurements needed to get the body fat composition of a soldier.

1. Step I

Measure the neck below the level of the larynx or Adam’s apple. Round up the measurement to the nearest 0.50 inches.

2. Step 2

Measure the abdomen at the level of the navel or belly button. Similar to Step 1, round up the measurement to the nearest 0.50 inches.

Steps 1 and 2 have three columns, namely “FIRST,” “SECOND,” and “THIRD.” You are required to repeat the measurement of the designated body part three times.

Enter the first measurement on the “FIRST” column, the second one on the “SECOND” column, and the last on the “THIRD” column. After getting the measurements three times, compute the average by adding all of them and dividing by three. If the result is in a decimal point, round it up to the nearest 0.50 inches.

3. Step 3

Enter the average neck circumference.

4. Step 4

Enter the average abdominal circumference.

5. Step 5

Enter the circumference value. To compute the circumference value, subtract the average neck circumference from the average abdominal circumference.

6. Step 6

Enter your height in inches to the nearest 0.50 inches.

7. Step 7

Enter the percent body fat value that intercepts your circumference value and height.

This section is the Soldier’s Percent Body Fat. You can find the soldier’s circumference value (Step 5) and height (Step 6) in figure B-1, Percent Fat Estimation for Men.

8. Remarks

Enter any additional remarks, if any.

9. Results

Indicate whether the soldier is in compliance with Army Standards by checking the appropriate box.

Section 3: Signatories

This section contains the signatures of the person who completed the form and the respective supervisor.

1. Signature of Soldier

Affix the signature of the soldier who prepared the form here.

2. Rank of Soldier

Indicate the rank of the soldier who prepared the form.

3. Date Signed

Enter the date when the form was signed.

4. Name and Signature of Supervisor

Have the respective supervisor input his/her name and affix their signature on top of it.

5. Rank of Supervisor

Indicate the rank of the supervisor.

6. Date Approved and Signed by Supervisor

Enter the date when the form was approved and signed by the supervisor.

FAQs about DA Form 5500

Who signs the DA 5500?

There are two signatures needed for the DA 5500. These are the following: (i) unit member recording the measurements, and (ii) supervisor.

Who is in charge of recording the measurements for DA 5500?

There will be two members of the unit recording the measurements: one to place the tape measure, and one to record measurements and assure proper tape placement and tension. The person recording the measurements is in charge of signing the “Prepared by” portion of the form.

Who is exempted from the DA 5500?

The DA 5500 is not required for the following individuals:

• Civilians
• Military personnel with no body composition requirements for their service obligations

What is the form used by female soldiers for Body Fat measurement?

The body fat content worksheet used by female soldiers is called the DA 5501. You can get a fillable DA 5501 form from PDFRun.

How often is my body fat composition progress assessed in the army?

A monthly assessment of a soldier’s progress is conducted as part of the Army Body Composition Program (ABCP). Any changes are annotated on the DA 5500 form.