OTHER INCIDENT TO SERVICE LOSSES

Incident to service losses are losses experienced by service members and civilian employees of the Department of Defense incident to their military service or employment.   The Personnel Claims Act, as implemented by AR 27-20, governs the settlement of incident to service claims.  

Types of losses:   Loss or damage must be due to theft, vandalism, fire, flood, or “other unusual occurrence.”  The Personnel Claims Act is not intended to be a substitute for personal insurance.  For further guidance, see (click-->) Insurance & Army Claims Limitations.  

Quarters losses:    The loss or damage must occur at assigned quarters on a military installation for incidents in the United States. This type of loss includes losses such as food spoilage due to extended power outages. For more information, click on food spoilage.

POV losses:   The loss or damage must occur at place of duty or at assigned quarters on a military installation. 

For instructions on how to file an online claim, go to PCLAIMS and On Line Filing