Who conducts certifications for the Air Force, Navy, and Marines?

• A. The MWD training supervisor.
• B. Unit Commander or delegated official.
• C. The base medical officer.
• D. The legal counsel.

Answer: (B)

The person who signs off on a military working dog and handler’s readiness to perform duties is the unit commander or an official they designate. This authority sits with them because ensuring mission readiness and compliance with standards sits at the unit level, and they review training records, evaluations, and required tests before granting certification. The MWD training supervisor leads instruction and evaluates performance, but the actual certification to operate rests with the commander or delegated official. The base medical officer handles medical clearance and health issues, not the formal operational certification. Legal counsel focuses on policy and legal matters, not certification of the dog-handler’s ability to perform duties.