Dorm inspection ensures resident safety Published March 27, 2009 By Airman 1st Class Adam Grant 28th Bomb Wing Public Affairs ELLSWORTH AIR FORCE BASE, S.D. -- Ellsworth dormitory residents were recalled to their domiciles for a no-notice room inspection March 3 by order of Col. Scott Vander Hamm, 28th Bomb Wing commander. "It had been brought to my attention through leadership channels we potentially had prohibited items in our dormitories," Colonel Vander Hamm said. "Some of these items were not only illegal but dangerous." The unexpected dorm inspection, which was designed to take place in a quick and orderly fashion, was for the safety and well being of all Airmen who reside in the dormitories, said Master Sgt. Chris Morgan, 28th Logistics Readiness Squadron first sergeant. "All Airmen are expected to follow the rules and restrictions set forth by the 28th Mission Support Group commander," Sergeant Morgan said. "Copies of the memorandum on the rules and restrictions should be posted in the dormitory building or can be obtained from a first sergeant or dorm manager." While the all-encompassing goal of the dorm inspection was to ensure the safety of its occupants, the inspecting officials noted acceptable living standards, while not as stringent as basic training, should be maintained. "Dormitory residents are expected to keep their room neat, clean and livable," Sergeant Morgan said. "Your domicile is your home and therefore should be treated as such." Airman 1st Class Mariyam Taylor, 28th Force Support Squadron customer service representative, said the idea of a dorm inspection seemed a little harsh at first but she understood that it took place for her safety and well-being. "The dorm inspection was a good idea," Airman Taylor said. "I like that the leadership above me is thinking about my safety by implementing such a meticulous check of our dorm rooms."