Block-by-Block Instructions for Special Request Chits

Consult the memo on CHIT USAGE AND PROCEDURE for instructions on how to submit a chit. Remember to use black ink and all capital letters. Only fill out the necessary sections (emphasized, and marked with an *). Fill out the other items only if your advisor instructs you to do so.

NAME*:LAST, FIRST MI.
[e.g.]STEVERSON, STEVE E.
RATE*:Rank
[e.g.]MIDN 1/C
SSN*:[e.g.]123-45-6789
SHIP OR STATION*:NROTCU UC BERKELEY
DATE OF REQUEST*:The date you submit the chit
DD MMM YY
[e.g.]12 JAN 02
DEPARTMENT/DIVISION/WARD*:Platoon and squad or "STAFF"
[e.g.]1ST PLT, 2ND SQD
DUTY SECTION/GROUP*:Your title
[e.g.]SQD MBR, SDR LDR, PLT SGT, ETC.
NATURE OF REQUEST*:In most cases, check "OTHER" and fill out the "REASON FOR REQUEST" section
NO. DAYS REQUEST:SKIP (unless instructed to fill out)
FROM (DATE AND TIME):SKIP (unless instructed to fill out)
TO (DATE AND TIME):SKIP (unless instructed to fill out)
DISTANCE (MILES):SKIP (unless instructed to fill out)
MODE OF TRAVEL:SKIP (unless instructed to fill out)
LEAVE ADDRESS:SKIP (unless instructed to fill out)
TELEPHONE NUMBER:SKIP (unless instructed to fill out)
REASON FOR REQUEST*:Fill out in the space provided. Begin with "RESPECTFULLY REQUEST." Specify all dates, times, etc. Attach extra pages and/or documents if necessary (staple in upper left corner behind chits). Include the name of your class advisor in parentheses at the end of your statement.
[e.g.]RESPECTFULLY REQUEST PERMISSION TO... (PURDY)
SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT*:Sign your name with your first two initials and full last name.


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