CFAO 15-2 ANNEX A
UNSATISFACTORY SERVICE
20. Item 2 provides for release for unsatisfactory service. The special
instructions in the table to QR&O 15.01 contain guidance for the
selection of the appropriate release item (2a or 2b).
21. An item 2 release carries a lifelong stigma for the individual and
could seriously jeopardize the member's entire future. Therefore, before
recommending such a release the CO shall ensure the nature of the
circumstances which led to release action being initiated are indeed
sufficiently serious to warrant release under this item. When the CO
recommends such a release, action shall be taken in accordance with
paragraphs 12 and 13, except where a member has been imprisoned by a civil
court. Where there is any doubt as to the degree of seriousness of the
circumstances, the member should be given the benefit of the doubt and
should be released under item 5(f).
UNSUITABLE FOR FURTHER SERVICE
28. The wording of QR&O 15.01 that applies to release under item 5(f)
includes the provision that the "factors are within his control" and it is
intended to pertain to a member who, through the member's own volition:
a. is guilty of unsatisfactory conduct, either socially or on duty,
in a way which brings discredit to the CF;
b. is guilty of a behaviour pattern that causes an excessive
administrative burden because of disciplinary problems (eg,
frequent absences without authority or numerous minor charges);
c. refuses to adhere to regulations, but whose offenses are not
serious enough to warrant release under item 2; or
d. is unwilling to improve performance to an acceptable standard but
has the ability to do so.