Classified Document Custodian Appointment Memorandum (CLASS-CUST)
The Classified Document Custodian appointment memorandum is an AR 25-50 compliant memorandum used to formally designate a Soldier or DA Civilian to serve as the unit's Classified Document Custodian. It documents the appointee, references AR 380-5 (Army Information Security Program), and is signed by the commander.
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When is the CLASS-CUST memo needed?
Most Army units appoint a Classified Document Custodian (CLASS-CUST) when a new commander takes charge, when the previous appointee PCSes, ETSes, or is reassigned, or when the unit's mission set changes in a way that requires renewed appointment. The memo is also required for unit inspections — including CIP, CCIR, and command climate reviews — where the AR 380-5 program is evaluated.
The appointment memorandum is the foundational document that establishes the appointee's authority under AR 380-5. Without a current, signed appointment memo on file, the unit's Classified Document Custodian program is non-compliant — even if the appointee has all required training certificates. Inspectors will look for: a signed memo with current date, a grade that meets Officer or NCO with appropriate clearance, and training/certification documents matching the appointee on the memo.
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Required training for CLASS-CUST
Documentation required on file
- Appointment orders signed by commander
- Clearance verification at appropriate level
- Annual awareness training certificate
What inspectors look for
Applies only if unit maintains classified material. Inspector verifies appointment memo and clearance level of appointee matches classification level of materials maintained. AGOR 380-1, para 6(b) applies for ARNG.
Additional notes
Only required if unit maintains classified material.
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