According to AFI 90-301 Installation IGs will:
Encourage the use of local FWA hotlines for reporting suspected fraud, waste and "abuse" without fear of reprisal.
Establish controls to protect the identity of individuals who request to be annonymous.
Implement an active Air Force FWA Program to detect and identify potential FWA.
What is FWA?
Fraud - Any intentional deception designed to unlawfully deprive the Air Force of something of value or to secure from the Air Force for an individual benefit, privilege, allowance, or consideration to which he or she is not entitiled.
Waste - The extravagant, careless, or needless expenditure of Air Force funds or the consumptionof Air Force property that results from the deficient practices, systems controls, or decisions. The term also includes improper practices not involving prosecutable fraud.
Abuse - Intentional wrongful or improper use of Air Force resources. Examples include misuse of rank, position, or authority that causes the loss or misuse of resources such as tools, vehicles, computers, or copy machines.
If you suspect someone of commiting fraud, waste or abuse, please call the Hotline at (609) 754-8711 or call/visit your local IG office.