Which form is correct for documenting high value items?

Which form is correct for documenting high value items?

• A. DA Form 4865
• B. DA Form 4986
• C. DA Form 2028
• D. DA Form 2458

Answer: (B)

Maintaining accountability for high-value items relies on a dedicated property record that captures all critical data and the custody chain. The DA Form 4986 serves as the Property Record Card, documenting item description, model/serial identifiers, location, custodian, and key dates such as receipt and issue. This creates a clear, auditable trail that supports inventories, transfers, and audits. Other forms are used for different purposes—maintenance actions, proposing changes to publications, or inspection/acceptance—not for the official documentation of high-value assets.

Maintaining accountability for high-value items relies on a dedicated property record that captures all critical data and the custody chain. The DA Form 4986 serves as the Property Record Card, documenting item description, model/serial identifiers, location, custodian, and key dates such as receipt and issue. This creates a clear, auditable trail that supports inventories, transfers, and audits. Other forms are used for different purposes—maintenance actions, proposing changes to publications, or inspection/acceptance—not for the official documentation of high-value assets.