INSPECTION RESOURCES

District and Post Inspections

Ensuring Accountability, Compliance, and Excellence Across Arizona

Purpose of Inspections

Compliance to one standard established by VFW Bylaws and training guidance
Identification of areas needing improvement
Training and Education tool for Professional Development of Officers
Instills Post ownership into Officers and members, helps build the team
Clearly defined pathway to Post success and/or recovery from past challenges

Who Conducts Inspections?

District-level inspections of Posts are conducted by the District Inspector or Appointee.

Department-level inspections of Districts are conducted by the Department Inspector, under the direction of the Department Commander.

When Are Inspections Due?

Program goal: Complete as many inspections as possible by Fall Conference
Hard deadline: All inspections complete by December 31st, 2026

TACOM Rifle and Military Equipment Inventory

As part of the inspection process, all Posts in possession of military property such as ceremonial rifles or equipment issued through TACOM (Tank-automotive and Armaments Command) must maintain accurate inventory records. These items are government property and must be properly stored, tracked, and reported annually. Posts are required to verify serial numbers, secure storage, and proper usage according to TACOM guidelines. Any changes in inventory, including damage, loss, or transfer, must be reported immediately. Failure to maintain proper documentation may result in equipment recall or ineligibility for future allocations.