Office of the Inspector General

Before You Report to the IG

• Consider giving your chain of command an opportunity to solve the problem or issue first.
• Does your problem or issue have another form of redress (i.e., EO, EEO, appeals, evaluations, etc.)?  If so, it may not be appropriate for the IG. 
• If IG assistance is needed, contact your local IG first – they will actually be the fastest.
• Keep in mind that IGs are not policy makers – IGs can only recommend, not order, a resolution.
• Remember IGs can only facilitate resolution of issues on the basis of facts.
• Don’t expect instant action on your request.
• Be prepared for an answer that you don’t want to hear.