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Color Vision Question... Haha
Hello Gentlemen
I have tried diligently to avoid posting a new thread regarding this topic. I've read every single relevant post of the 34 that appeared in my search. I've scoured the internet and emailed recruiters. Alas, I've yet to find a definitive answer for this question, and am hoping one of the many professionals on this site would be willing to offer their insight.
I have a slight color vision deficiency (plan to have my color vision tested by a professional to find out the severity). I don't believe I would pass the PIP test, I'm unsure about the FALANT, but I know I can easily distinguish between Red and Green, and would be able to pass a vivid red/vivid green test.
AR 40-501 states "For Airborne and Special Forces training: Failure to pass the PIP set or FALANT test for color vision (see para 4–2a) unless the applicant is able to identify vivid red and/or vivid green as projected by the Ophthalmological Projector or the Stereoscope, Vision Testing (SVT)." With that said, I have read on multiple occasions of recruits with 18x contracts being DQ'd by MEPS for failing the PIP and or FALANT without ever being given the vivid red/vivid green test. Which leads me to my question.
If I were able to get an 18x contract (I do believe I am qualified and am confident I am what the Special Forces is looking for in its candidates), would I be given a fair shake at MEPS with the option of taking the vivid red/vivid green test, or would I have to cause a scene throwing Army Regulations around to even stand a chance?
I would greatly appreciate it if any of the QP's on this site could offer a definitive answer.
Thank you
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