The IG Corner Published March 15, 2010 By Maj. Natalie Bonetti 341st Missile Wing Inspector General MALMSTROM AIR FORCE BASE, Mont. -- Who can file an Air Force IG complaint? Any Air Force military or civilian member may file an IG complaint. However, many civilian complaints (i.e. discrimination, sexual harassment, and conditions of employment) must be addressed by agencies other than the IG. In such instances, the IG can still assist with the referral. Anyone, including civilians with no Air Force affiliation, may file Fraud, Waste, and Abuse disclosures. Depending on the circumstances, the IG may also accept complaints from dependents or relatives of active duty members and retirees and their dependents. However, it's always best for the actual person who witnessed the alleged wrongdoing to file the complaint. What types of complaints are appropriate? Any FWA and violations of law, Air Force instructions, or policy are appropriate for the IG. However, individuals should attempt to resolve FWA issues and personal complaints at the lowest level possible, using command channels before elevating them to the next higher level or to the IG. The subject of the complaint must be an Air Force program or person. Bear in mind, the fact that you may disagree with your supervisor(s) over management styles or believe what you have is a "personality conflict" does not constitute an injustice or mismanagement. The IG may dismiss a complaint if there is no FWA, recognizable wrong, or violation of law, regulation, or policy. Also, complaints more than 60 days from the date of occurrence will normally be dismissed, unless there are extraordinary circumstances or special Air Force interests to justify an investigation. If you have a concern and are unsure if you should file a complaint, contact your local IG office for guidance at 731-7076/7091 or 341SWIG@malmstrom.af.mil.