How do members request to start or stop ESM privileges?

To start or stop ESM (Essential Safety and Mission) privileges, members must engage with their base dining facility, as this is the designated authority responsible for managing these privileges. The base dining facility typically handles requests related to dining options and associated privileges, ensuring that members follow the appropriate process as established by command policy.

This choice reflects the standard protocols within military dining facilities where such requests are processed. Engaging with the dining facility allows personnel to ensure they are following the correct procedures and that requests are handled in line with the facility’s operational guidelines. This locus of authority ensures thorough oversight and compliance with mission requirements and safety protocols specific to the dining environment.

The other options, while they might seem plausible, do not align with the established procedures for requesting ESM privilege changes. For instance, a written memorandum or requests through a commanding officer may not directly pertain to the dining privileges, which are typically managed locally at the base dining facility level. Similarly, the personnel office would not be the appropriate channel for these specific requests, as their focus is usually on broader personnel management rather than dining privileges directly.