The Records of Disposition Program is governed by which instruction?

The Records of Disposition Program is governed by which instruction?

• A. SECNAVINST 5215.5C
• B. SECNAVINST 5210.1
• C. SECNAVINST 5200.1
• D. SECNAVINST 5100.19

Answer: (A)

The Records of Disposition Program is governed by SECNAVINST 5215.5C, which sets the policy and procedures for the Navy’s Records Management Program. This instruction defines how records are managed throughout their life cycle, including how retention periods are determined, when records should be disposed of or transferred to archives, and how disposal actions are documented and authorized. It ensures consistent, compliant handling of records across commands and aligns with federal requirements for records management. Other SECNAVINSTs cover different areas such as information security, safety, or administrative governance, so they don’t establish the disposition rules for records themselves.

The Records of Disposition Program is governed by SECNAVINST 5215.5C, which sets the policy and procedures for the Navy’s Records Management Program. This instruction defines how records are managed throughout their life cycle, including how retention periods are determined, when records should be disposed of or transferred to archives, and how disposal actions are documented and authorized. It ensures consistent, compliant handling of records across commands and aligns with federal requirements for records management. Other SECNAVINSTs cover different areas such as information security, safety, or administrative governance, so they don’t establish the disposition rules for records themselves.