Who is responsible for preparing the Air Force Form 601 for equipment turn-ins?

The responsibility for preparing the Air Force Form 601, which is used for equipment turn-ins, falls to the property custodian. This individual is tasked with ensuring that all equipment and property under their control is properly accounted for and documented. The property custodian plays a critical role in managing assets, including tracking their readiness and condition, and is directly involved in the formal processes of transferring or retiring equipment.

The Air Force Form 601 specifically focuses on documenting items being turned in, which aligns with the property custodian’s responsibilities of managing inventory and ensuring accurate records are maintained. This role includes not only the physical turn-in of equipment but also the completion of necessary documentation to reflect the transaction in the property management system accurately. This ensures compliance with Air Force regulations and maintains accountability within the logistics system.

In contrast, while logistics officers, equipment managers, and warehouse supervisors play important roles in the supply chain and management of resources, they do not typically carry out the specific task of completing equipment turn-in forms. Their roles may involve oversight and support but do not focus directly on the documentation process for equipment turn-ins like that of the property custodian.