Procedures for processing, safeguarding, and accessing classified evaluation reports are unique because of the sensitivity of the information they contain.
a.
Normally, evaluation reports will not contain classified information as defined in AR 380–5.
b.
Classified evaluation reports require safeguarding and special processing to maintain the integrity of the evaluation report’s classification.
Exceptional cases requiring classification will contain downgrading instructions in accordance with AR 380–5.
In addition, each section, part, paragraph, subparagraph, or similar portion will be marked to show the level of classification of the information in it.
Unclassified sections will be marked unclassified (see DoDI 5200.02).
The evaluation report will be marked to clearly indicate which parts contain or reveal classified information.
c.
Classified evaluation reports are not maintained in an open online system, individual personal copies of completed classified evaluation reports are prohibited, even by the rated Soldier.
Access to copies of completed classified evaluation reports is restricted to selected HQDA-level personnel (see para 1–12).
Local units should maintain copies of submitted evaluation reports in accordance with AR 380–5.