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Combat Skills
Skills for
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Ensure range
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in place.
place. Area
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and communicate.
· Ensure vehicle-mounted
Ensure vehicle-mounted weapons
weapons are are cleared
cleared prior
prior to
to mounting
mounting or
or dismounting.
dismounting. M4
M4
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3600M
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identifyareas
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Area 800M
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All M249 Bipod
M249 Bipod or Front Panel Radio RT -1523E
··· Treat every weapon as if it’s loaded.
Treat every weapon as if it’s loaded.
Point
Point 600M
600M
3600M
3600M thesecan
these canbecome
becomepossible
possibleintermediate
intermediateandandfinal
finalobjectives.
objectives.
·· Handle every weapon with care.
Handle every weapon with care. M249 Tripod
M249 Tripod
Area
Area 1000M
·· Identify the target before you fire AZIMUTH /
Point
Point 600M
600M LEG KEY INFORMATION
Identify the target before you fire DISTANCE
·· Never point the muzzle at anything.
Never point the muzzle at anything. Area
Area 800M
800M O: Limited
Limited
Join me, follow me, or come forward Line Formation Halt (Stop forward movement)

·
Leg 1: SP 1 to CKP 1. O:
Keep the weapon on safe and your finger off the trigger until ready to fire. M240BBipod
M240B Bipod
Keep the weapon on safe and your finger off the trigger until ready to fire. Point
Point 600M
600M -Stay in woodline east 008° / 500m A: HWY
A: HWY 1. 1.
Status Green Amber Red 3725M
3725M of the hardball at the Hillmass
K: Hill masswest
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ofleg.
leg.
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Area 1100M base of the hill. O:
O: N/A.
Function Clear Prepared Ready / Safe M240B Tripod
Function Clear Prepared Ready / Safe Point
Point 800M C: Good.
C: Good.
800M
Commands Green and Clear Load Magazine Make Ready
Load Magazine Leg 2: CKP 1 to CKP2. O: Unlimited
O: Unlimited
Commands Green and Clear Make Ready
M2
M2 Area
Area 1500M
Round Chambered/ 6764M
6764M -Stay on south side of A: Dirt Trail
Ammunition None Magazine In dirt secondary road. 030° / 1800m
Ammunition None Magazine In Round Chambered/
Loaded in Feed Tray Point
Point 600M
600M K:
K: Hill 18 southeast of
Loaded in Feed Tray Continue movement leg.
leg.
Bolt Open or forward Forward Forward Area
Area 2212M
2212M
Open or forward Forward Forward
MK19
MK19 2212M
2212M
to the large church O:
O: N/A.
N/A.
Bolt at CKP2. C: None.
Chamber Empty Empty Locked/ Locked Back Point
Point 1500M
1500M C: None.
Chamber Empty Empty Locked/ Locked Back Area
Area 350M
350M
Selector
Selector
Lever
Safe
safe
Safe
Safe
Safe
Safe
M203 / M320 400M
400M Leg 3: CKP 2 to RP.
- Stay on east side of 319° / 450m
O: Unlimited
A:
A: Dirt Trail
Take Cover Cease Fire Map Check Freeze (Cease all movement)
Movement) Load
Load Single
Single channel
channel (SC)
(SC) frequency
frequency into
into ASIP
ASIP
Levor Point
Point 150M
150M
Trigger Off Off Off hill 25. Continue K:
K: Hill
Hill 25
25 west
west of
of leg.
leg. Subtask Action Result

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Trigger Off Off Off movement to the O: N/A.
STOPPAGES 60-mm M720 HE Mortar 3490M
3490M O: N/A.
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Obtainproper
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STOPPAGES boulders at the RP.
C: None.
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A stoppage is a failure of an automatic or semi-automatic firearm to complete the cycle 81-mm M821
81-mm M821 HE
HE Mortar
Mortar 5608M
5608M a.
a. Prepare
Prepare to
to COMSEC
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of operation. Immediate action involves quickly applying a possible correction to reduce perform
perform task
task FCTN
of operation. Immediate action involves quickly applying a possible correction to reduce FCTNtotoZ-FH,
Z-FH,TST,
TST,and
andthen
thentotoload
load(LD)
(LD)
CENTER FOR ARMY LESSONS LEARNED a stoppage without troubleshooting. Use SPORTS to apply immediate action: LEGEND

··
a stoppage without troubleshooting. Use SPORTS to apply immediate action: 120-mm M934
120-mm M934 HE
HE Mortar
Mortar 7200M
7200M CKP CHECK POINT SP START POINT CHAN
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MAN,CUE,
CUE,oror1-6
1-6
Slap gently upward on the magazine to ensure that it is fully seated and
10 Meade Ave, Building 50 Slap gently upward on the magazine to ensure that it is fully seated and the
the magazine follower is not jammed.
RP RELEASE POINT M METERS
b. Load SC
1.1.Press
PressFREQ
FREQ Display shows 00000 or 30000

···
magazine follower is not jammed Rates Weapon
of Fire (RPM)
SystemM249M249 M2 M2MK19 OAKOC: O - observation and fields of fire A - avenues of approach K - key terrain O - obstacles C - cover and concealment 2.2.Press
PressCLR
CLR Display shows (_____)
Fort Leavenworth, KS 66027 Pull the charging handle fully to the rear.
Pull the charging handle fully to the rear
M240B
M240B MK19
An example route plan is shown above. A leader chooses check FREQ 2.2.Enter
Enterfive-digit
five-digitSC
SCFREQ
FREQ Display shows SC XXXXX
·· Observe the ejection of a live round or expended cartridge.
Observe the ejection of a live round or expended cartridge
Sustained
Sustained (RPM)
(RPM) 50 50 100 100 40 40 40 40 An example route plan is shown above. A leader chooses check
points and designates legs to control movement. Leaders control c. Store SC
·· Release the charging handle; do not ride it forward.
Release the charging handle; do not ride it forward Rapid
Rapid (RPM)
(RPM) 100 100 200 200 40 40 60 60 points and designates legs to control movement. Leaders control
movement by stating a movement formation and technique for each
Assemble or rally Pace
Pace Count
count Increase speed, double time Wedge formation
FREQ
Press
PressSTO
STO(within
(within77seconds)
seconds) Display blinks once (data is stored)

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Tap the forward assist assembly to ensure the bolt is closed
Squeeze the trigger and try to fire the rifle.
Squeeze the trigger and try to fire the rifle
WEAPONS
Cyclic
Cyclic (RPM)(RPM) 850 850 650-950
650-950
EngagementTechniques
Engagement Techniques
450-550
450-550 325-375
325-375 movement by stating a movement formation and technique for each
leg based on the threat.
leg based on the threat.
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communicate
communicate
to 1.1.Repeat
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stepb-1
b-1for
foreach
eachFREQ
FREQneeded
needed
(As directed by net control station
SOP)
[NCS] or unit SOP
WEAPONSCONTROL CONTROLSTATUS
2.
2. Set:
Set: FCTN
FCTN to
to SQ
SQ ON
ON Loading of
Loading of SC
SC FREQ
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complete
STATUS Point:Concentrating
Point: Concentratingeffects
effectsofoffire
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load aa CUE
CUE frequency.
frequency.
identification criteria, under which friendly elements can engage. The platoon MENU.
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target sets
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and emergency
an operation,
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method of
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move 1–3
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the primary
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An example
example PACE
PACE planplan is
is outlined
outlined below:
below:
control status.
WEAPONS The three
HOLD: Engage levels,
onlyinif descending order of to
engaged or ordered restrictiveness
engage. are: TimeofofSuppression:
Time Suppression:PeriodPeriodwhenwhenenemy
enemyposition
positionororforce
forceisisrequired
requiredtotobebesuppressed
suppressed and technique. Plan primary approach and return routes along Primary – JNN Primary - JNN
Distribution
DistributionisUnlimited
unlimited
Enemy in sight Column formation
WEAPONSTIGHT:
WEAPONS HOLD:Engage
Engageonly onlytargets
if engaged or ordered
positively to engage.
identified as enemy. - Plan primary approach and return routes along with an alternate Alternate –Alternate
TACSAT - TACSAT
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Recon byFire:
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Engagepossible
possibleenemy
enemylocations
locationstotoelicit
elicitaatactical
tacticalresponse
response(return
(returnfire
fire with an alternate route. Contingency – High Frequency
Contingency - High Frequency
WEAPONSFREE:
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only targets positivelyidentified
not positively identifiedasasfriendly.
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movement) route Visual Signals: See TC 3-21.60
EmergencyEmergency
- SINCGARS - SINCGARS

Reports
Reports 9-Line
9-LineMEDEVAC Request
MEDEVAC Request Tactical Combat Casualty Care Hasty Fighting Position MOPP
MOPP Procedures
Procedures Troop Leading Procedures
Camouflage
A leaderuses
A leader usesreports
reportstoto communicate
communicate with
with higher
higher elements
elements and and re-
receive Evaluation
Evaluation of of a casualty
casualtyisisnecessary
necessary to to
identify
identify
andand
treattreat
all all AAhasty
hastyfighting
fightingposition
positionshould
should give
give
frontal
frontal
cover
cover
from
from
enemy
enemy direct
direct
fire Mission-Oriented ProtectivePosture
Mission-Oriented Protective Posture(MOPP)
(MOPP)isisaaflexible
flexiblesystem
systemof Receive
When and Analyze
existing the Mission
concealment is insufficient, military forces can alter
Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC): The process of moving any
ceive information
information from from subordinate
subordinate elements,
elements answerpriority
to answer priority information
information life-threatening
life-threateningconditions
conditionsandandother
other serious
serious wounds.
wounds. Rapid
Rapid and but
fire
allow
but allow
firing to
firing
theto front
the and
frontthe
andoblique.
the oblique.
Hasty Hasty
positions
positions
are usedare if: of protection
protection against
against CBRNCBRN contamination
contamination in whichin which personnel
personnel are required ◦ Conduct
the initial
physical METT-TC analysis.
environment to provide or improve concealment for
person who is wounded, injured, or ill to and/or between medical
requirements (PIR) and
and drive
drive operations.
operations. Reports accurate
and accurateevaluation
evaluation
of theof
casualty
the casualty
is the key
is the
to key
providing
to providing
effective ◦ Conduct confirmation brief.
requirements (PIR) Reports are
are sent
sent inin accor-
accor- treatment facilities while providing en route medical care. there
usedif:
is there
little time
is little
for preparation,
time for preparation,
there is no
there
requirement
is no requirement
for a deliberate
for a are required
to wear only to wear
that only that
protective protective
clothing clothing and
and equipment equipmentto
appropriate personnel and physical assets. Similarly, they can employ
dance with (IAW) unit tactical standing operating procedure (TACSOP) first
effective
aid. first aid. defensive
deliberateposition
defensive (such
position
as a (such
pauseasduring
a pause
movement),
during movement)
or you haveor ◦ Prepare an to
camouflage initial timelinemislead,
confuse, for plan. or evade the enemy.
dance with (IAW) unit TACSOP or per the commander’s guidance. appropriate
the to the
threat level, threat
work ratelevel, work rate
imposed imposed
by the bytemperature,
mission, the mis-
or per the commander’s guidance. Use MARCH as the inspection process for the proper order of just occupied the you position.
have just occupied the position. and humidity. sion, temperature, and humidity. Issue a Warning Order
Common Reports
Common Reports Camouflage
◦ Follow five paragraph Yourself and Individual Equipment
OPORD format.
SPOT REPORT (SPOTREP): Used to report intelligence or status regarding events treatment and PAWS for additional casualty care issues: Level Description
SPOT REPORT (SPOTREP): Used to report intelligence or status regarding events
Massive Pain 1. Construct a shell crater (2 to Level Description 1. Analyze
◦ Provide allthe following:
available Movement,
information Shape, (Type
for preparation Light of Reflection,
operation,
that could have an immediate and significant effect on current and future operations. M Hemorrhage
assive Hemorrhage Pain -Carry
-Carry protective
protective mask mask with
with
that could have an immediate and significant effect on current and future operations. 3 feet wide that initial
Line 1 – Date and Time (DTG)
Line 1 – Date-time group Airway
A irway Antibiotics
Antibiotics and offers immediate MOPP
MOPP
load carrying
load carrying equipment
equipment and timeline,
Color. movement, CCIR, etc.)
Line 2 – Unit (unit making report) cover [except
(except for overhead]
overhead) and and Ready -Store individual protective Make a Tentative Planskin
Line 2 – Unit (unit making report) Respirations
R espirations Wounds
Wounds Ready -Store
equipment IPE at geographically
(IPE) at geographically 2. Camouflage your
Line 3 – Size (size of detected element) Circulation
irculation Splinting
Splinting concealment). close site ◦ Detailed mission analysis (friendly, enemy, terrain, etc.).
Line 3 – Size (size of detected element)
Line 4 – Activity (detected element activity at DTG of report)
C - Cover skin oils using paint sticks
Line 4 – Activity (detected element activity at DTG of report) Head
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Lieprone
proneininthe thedepression.
depression. MOPP
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haveIPEIP ◦ Compare all courses of action.
Line 5 – Location (UTM or grid coordinate for element activity or event) within arm's
within arm's reach
reach - Paint high, shiny areas (forehead,
Line 5 – Location (UTM or grid coordinate for element activity or event) b)b)Dig
Digaasteepsteepface
faceon onthe theside
side MOPP 1 Don protective suit Start Necessary Movement
Line 6 – Unit (detected element unit, organization, or facility)
Line 6 – Unit (detected element unit, organization, or facility)
9-LINE
9-LINEMEDEVAC
MEDEVAC Request
RequestFormat
Format Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TC3) can be divided into three phases: toward
toward the the enemy.
enemy.
MOPP 1 Don protective suit
Don
cheekbones,
◦ Initiate movements nose, ears, to
necessary chin) with a
continue dark color
mission preparation or to
Line 7 – Time (DTG of observation) Line 1 – Location of pickup site
MOPP
MOPP 2 2 Don protective
protective bootsboots
Line 7 – Time (DTG of observation) Care under fire, Tactical field care, and Tactical evacuation care. 2.
2. Construct
Construct a a skirmisher's
skirmisher's trenchtrench MOPP 3 -- Don
Don protective
protective bootsboots
- Paintthe
posture low,unitshadow areas
for starting the with a light color
mission.
Line 8 – Equipment (equipment of element observed) Line 2 – Radio frequency, call sign, and suffix of requesting personnel Care under fire limits the care you can provide: MOPP 3
Line 8 – Equipment (equipment of element observed) (used
(used forfor immediate
immediate shelter
shelter fromfrom
-- Secure
Secure hood hood - Paint Reconnaissance
Conduct exposed skin on the back of the neck,
Line 9 – Assessment (apparent reason or purpose of activity observed)
Line 9 – Assessment (apparent reason or purpose of activity observed)
Line 3 – Number of patients by precedence: · Return fire as directed or required before providing medical treatment. MOPP 4 Don protective gloves
Line 10 – Narrative (additional info required to clarify report)
Line 10 – Narrative (additional info required to clarify report)
· Urgent – loss of life or limb within 2 hours · Determine if the casualty is alive or dead. enemy
enemy fire fire when
when there
there are are no
no defi- A Afighting
fighting position
position provides
provides cover
cover from MOPP 4 Don protective gloves
Don Protective Mask Procedures:
◦ Toarms, and hands
verify terrain analysis,withconfirm
an irregular
routes, pattern
confirm PIR, gain best
· Priority – loss of life or limb within 4 hours · Provide tactical care to the live casualty. defilade
lade firing firing positions
positions available).
available). firefrom
and fire and concealment
concealment from
from observation 1. Don mask assembly.Don Protective Mask Procedures:
possible view of the decisive point.
ACE REPORT:: Used during reorganization to determine unit status. Can be
ACE REPORT:: Used during reorganization to determine unit status. Can be · Routine – evacuate within 24 hours · Administer life-saving hemorrhage control. a)a)Lie
Lieprone
proneororon onyour
yourside.
side. observation
while allowingwhile
you toallowing
engage the youenemy
to en- Complete Sandthe Plan
and light green Loam and white for Loam and light green
communicated with a red, amber, or green status IAW unit SOP. Line 4 – Special equipment required, as applicable (none, hoist, stokes litter gage theweapon.
enemy with your weapon. 1. a.
DonStop
maskbreathing
assembly. and close eyes.
· Transport the casualty, his/her weapon, and mission-essential equipment when
for desert and dry areas snow covered areas for vegetated areas
communicated with a red, amber, or green status IAW unit SOP. with your
b)b)Orient
Orientyour yourposition
positionsosoyou youare
are
Thereare aretwo
twotypes
types a. b. Remove
Stop Breathinghelmet, andputclose helmet
eyes.between legs above Head knees or hold rifle between ◦ Based on recon and coordination, complete the OPORD.
Ammunition – Amount per Soldier and weapon system litter
[litter[litter
basket],
basket],
jungle
jungle
penetrator)
penetrator) There of of fighting
fighting posi-
position:
the tactical situation permits. oblique
oblique to enemy
to enemy fire.fire. tion: hasty and deliberate. legs. helmet, put helmet between legs above knees or hold rifle between
Harness
Issue the Order
Casualties – Number of casualties by type (litter, ambulatory) Line 5 – Number of patients by type (litter, ambulatory) · Re-check bleeding control measures as the tactical situation permits. hasty and deliberate. The type The type
of fighting b. Remove
c)c)Scrape
Scrapethe thesoil
soilunderneath
underneathoror c. Take off glasses and place in helmet. ◦ Ensure subordinates understand and share the vision.
Face Piece Assembly

Equipment – Status of key equipment Line 6 – Security of pickup site: of fighting

position you position
constructyou constructon:
is dependent is legs and place helmet on the muzzle.
Tactical field care occurs when you and the casualty are relatively safe and
· N – No enemy troops besideyou youwithwith an entrenching Supervise and Refine
Head Harness
beside an entrenching tool. dependent
time available, on:equipment
time available, equip-
available, and c. d. Open
Take off the maskand
glasses carrier
place with left hand.
in helmet. Eye Lens

5-Point no longer under effective hostile fire.

5-Point Contingency
Contingency Plan
Plan (GOTWA):
(GOTWA): Used
Used when
when a
a leader
leader or
or other
other individuals
individuals · P – Possible enemy troops in area tool.the soil in a low parapet thement available,
required level of and the required
protection required. d. e.
Open
Graspthethemaskmask carrier with left
assembly withhand.
right
· Form a general impression of the casualty as you approach (extent of injuries,
Fast Piece Assembly

separate d) Pile ◦ Observe rehearsals, conduct backbriefs, check equipment.

separate from
from the
the main
main body. · E – Enemy troops in area (approach with caution)
Front Module Assembly

d) Pile the soil inand

a low level of protection required. e. Grasp
hand,the mask assembly
it fromwiththe right
theparapet
body. and remove carrier. Internet Mobility
chance of survival). between yourself enemy.
G:
G: Going
Going –
– where
Whereisisthe
theleader
leadergoing?
going? · X – Enemy troops in area (armed escort required) · Check for responsiveness. between yourself and the hand, and chin
f. Place remove in the it from
chin the carrier.
pocket, and
Communications
Communications Port Port
One-Third / Two-Thirds Rule
O:
O: Others
Others – are others
– Are others going
going with
with thethe leader
leader and
and who?
who? Line 7 – Method of marking pickup site: · Position the casualty and open the airway. 3. Construct
enemy. a prone fighting f. Place
presschin
theinface
the piece chin pocket, and press
tight against face. Drink Tube Leaders ensure that all subordinate echelons have sufficient time for their own
T:
T: Time (duration) – How long will the
Time (duration) – how long will the element
element be
be gone? · Assess for breathing and chest injuries. position (a further refinement theg.face
Holdpiece
masktight againsttightly
Drink Tube
Coupl
face. against face.Coupler and Housing
er and Housing
3. Camouflage uniform and helmet
fighting of the
gone? A. Panels; B. Pyro; C. Smoke; D. None; E. Other assembly planning and preparation needs. Leaders at all levels use no more than
W:
3. Construct a prone - Roll your sleeves down and button all
W: What procedures do we take if the leader fails to
What procedures do we take if the leader fails to return?
return? Line 8 – Patient nationality and status: · Identify and control breathing. skirmisher's trench).
position (a further refinement of the
g. h.
Hold mask
Grasp assembly
harness tightly
tab and against
pull over theface.
head far enough that the forehead one-third of the available time for planning and issuing the OPORD, and
A:
A: Actions – What actions does the departing elementand
Actions – what actions does the departing element andmain
mainbody
bodyplan
planto
to A. US Military; B. US Civilian; C. Non-US Military; · Check for fractures. a) Construct trench).
a crater or skirmisher's h. Grasp harness tab, pull overhead & down head harness as far as possible.
straps are tight. buttons
allocate the remaining two-thirds of it to subordinates. Generally, the issuance
execute on on
enemy contact skirmisher's i. Grasp loose end of cheek straps, one at a time, pull until straps feels tight. - Attach leaves, grass, small branches, or
execute enemy contact? D. Non-US Civilian; E. Enemy Prisoner of War · Check for burns. trench
a) Construct aposition.
fighting crater or skirmisher's i. Grasp loose end of cheek straps, one at a time; pull until straps feel tight. of the WARNORD at the earliest opportunity allows this to occur.
SLANT Line 9 – NBC Contamination (Wartime): · Administer pain medications and antibiotics (the casualty’s combat pill pack) to 2. Clear mask assembly. pieces of light weight camouflage screen
SLANT REPORT:
REPORT: UsedUsed toto give
give the
the commander
commander accurate
accurate and
and routine
routine information
information b) Scrape
trench additional soil from your
fighting position.
2. Seal
a. Clearoutlet
maskdisk assembly.valve by placing one hand over outlet valve cover assembly. After Action Review (AAR)
regarding the
the status
status of
of critical
critical personnel
personnel and and equipment.
equipment. C. Chemical; B. Biological; R. Radiological; N. Nuclear any Soldier wounded in combat. system uniform
regarding
Line10
Line 9 ––Terrain
TerrainDescription
Description(Peacetime)
(Peacetime) · Transport the casualty to the site where evacuation is anticipated. position
b) Scrape to aadditional
depth of about 18
soil from b. a. Seal
Blow outoutlet
harddisk to ensurevalve thatby placing one hand over
any contaminated air isoutletforced valve cover assembly.
out around the edges - Replace excessively faded and worn
Line 1 – Date-time group(DTG)
Date and Time
· Document injuries on the casualty's inches. of the face piece. to ensure that any contaminated air is forced out around the
b. Blow out hard o What was supposed to happen? o What did it happen?
Line 2 – Unit (unit making report) Casualty
Casualty Evacuation
Evacuation (CASEVAC):
(CASEVAC): Nonmedical
Nonmedical units
units use
use this
this to
to refer
refer to
to the
the
casualties TC3
TCCC card.
card. your position to a depth of about edges of the face piece. uniforms
c) Build cover around the edge of 3. Seal mask assembly.
Line 3 – Commander’s
CDR’S Info Req Information Requirements
(Commander’s Information Requirements) movement
movement ofof casualties
casualties aboard
aboard nonmedical
nonmedical vehicles
vehicles or
or aircraft
aircraft without
without enen route
route
Tactical evacuation care is rendered during casualty evacuation (CASEVAC): 18 inches. 3. Cover
a. Seal maskboth assembly.
filter inlet ports with the palms of your hands and breathe in. o4. What
Camouflage personal equipment
did happen? o How to sustain strengths ?
Line
Line 4
4–– Equipment
Equipment (type
(type and
and amount)
amount) medical
medical care.
care.
· Care is rendered while the casualty is awaiting pickup or is being transported. the position
c) Build cover by using
around thethedirtedge
dug of - Cover or remove shiny itemso How to improve on
· A Soldier accompanying an unconscious casualty should monitor the casualty’s b. a. Covermask
Ensure both assembly
filter inlet ports withagainst
collapse the palmsthe of your hands and breathe in.
face. o What were the performance
Line
Line 5
5–– Personnel
Personnel (type
(type and
and amount)
amount)
fromthe theposition
hole. by using the dirt dug - Secure items that rattle or make noise
*If
*If medical
medical evacuation
evacuation platforms
platforms (ground
(ground and/or
and/or air)
air) are
are available,
available, casualties
casualties should
should be
be
airway, breathing, and bleeding. c. b. Ensurebreathing.
Resume mask assembly collapses against the face. weakness?
Line
Line 6
6–– Narrative
Narrative (additional
(additional information
information required
required to
to clarify
clarify report)
report) evacuated
evacuated onon these
these conveyances
conveyances to to ensure
ensure they
they receive
receive proper
proper en
en route
route medical
medical care.
care. from the hole. c. Resume breathing. when moved or worn
 Patrol Security Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) and Call for Fire Detainee Operations PCC/PCI Troop Leading Procedures
A patrol avoids letting the enemy know that it is in the objective area. Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) The ability of the fire support system to place effective fires on Respect is the overriding consideration in detainee handling. Regardless of what Precombat checks (PCC) and precombat inspections (PCI) are critical to mission Receive and Analyze the Mission
a target will depend, in part, on the method of fire and type of they have done, detainees are human beings in your care. success. These checks and inspections are leader tasks and cannot be delegated ◦ Conduct initial METT-TC analysis.
If the enemy knows he is being observed, he may move, change his UXO and IEDs are currently the greatest threats to coalition forces. UXO
plans, or increase his security measures. are munitions that have been fired, thrown, or failed to detonate and ammunition selected to attack the target. Maximum effect can  Search: Disarm the detainee and confiscate weapons, cell below the team leader level. They ensure the Soldier is prepared to execute the ◦ Conduct confirmation brief.
be achieved through accurate initial fires and mass fires. phones, computers, and documents. Inform the detainee of the required individual and collective tasks supporting the mission. PCC and PCI are part ◦ Prepare an initial timeline for plan.
Methods of avoiding detection are: should be treated with care. Untrained Soldiers should not attempt to
reason for detention. Be respectful – men search men and of the troop leading procedures, protecting against shortfalls endangering Soldiers’ Issue a Warning Order
de-mine, defuse, or neutralize UXO unless absolutely necessary.
• Minimize movement in the objective area (area reconnaissance). The six elements of a call for fire include: observer identification, women search women. lives and jeopardizing the execution of a mission. ◦ Follow five paragraph OPORD format.
• Move no closer to the enemy than necessary. Remember the 5 C’s: warning order, target location, target description, method of  Silence: Detainees are kept silent so they cannot plan
PCI: Formal, time-intensive inspection that is done before the mission. Its goal is to ◦ Provide all available information for preparation (Type of operation,
• If possible, use long range surveillance or night vision devices. Check, Confirm, Clear, Cordon, Control engagement, and method of fire and control. deception or encourage each other to resist.
make sure Soldiers and vehicles are fully prepared to execute the upcoming mis-
 Segregate: The capturing unit separates officers from enlisted, initial timeline, movement, CCIR, etc.)
• Minimize radio traffic. Turn off all cell phones. sion. In general, PCIs enable the platoon leader to check the platoon’s operational
UXO/IED Battle Drill The call for fire is normally sent in three transmissions, consist- senior from junior, male from female, and civilian from military Make a Tentative Plan
• Use camouflage, stealth, and noise and light discipline. ing of the six elements, with a break and read back after each within their capabilities to both guard and safeguard the detainees. readiness. ◦ Detailed mission analysis (friendly, enemy, terrain, etc.).
• Incorporate “Stop, Look, Listen, Smell” (SLLS) before movement. 1. Check: Check immediate area UXO SPOT REPORT
for secondary/tertiary devices transmission. The standard call for fire is transmitted using field  Speed: Evacuate or transfer the detainee and any materials to
PCC: Less formal and more mission-specific than a PCI. PCCs emphasize areas, ◦ Compare all courses of action.
artillery radiotelephone procedures in three radio transmissions: the nearest holding facility (use military police).
Reduce friendly indicators by controlling personnel and equipment by conducting 5/25/200 meter LINE 1. DATE/TIME GROUP
 Safeguard: Ensure detainees arrive safely. Always photograph missions, or tasks required for upcoming missions. Squad and section leaders perform Start Necessary Movement
checks from their positions. DISCOVERED the PCC, but it is essential that the entire platoon chain of command know how to ◦ Initiate movements necessary to continue mission preparation or to
sounds, light emissions, and physical evidence of occupying a position.
LINE 2. REPORTING ACTIVITY
 Observer identification and warning order. and transport evidence (confiscated equipment) with the detainee.
 Target location (can be grid or polar or shift from a known Tag detainee possessions and all physical evidence. Get conduct PCCs and PCIs. posture the unit for starting the mission.
Practice Noise, Light, and Litter Discipline 2. Confirm: Confirm existence (UIC) LOCATION
point). sworn/witness statements.
of suspected IED from safe (8-DIGIT GRID OF UXO) Example PCI/PCC Checklist Conduct Reconnaissance
 Target description, method of engagement, and method of  Tag: Ensure each detainee is tagged using DD Form 2745.
◦ To verify terrain analysis, confirm routes, confirm PIR, gain best
1. Exercise Noise Discipline: distance using available standoff LINE 3. CONDUCT METHOD: fire and control. Confirm all portions are accurately filled to include the “Physical ID card/ID tags Traverse & elevation Grappling hook
means. Once confirmed, submit RADIO FREQ/ CALL Condition of EPW.” Confiscated equipment, personal items, Canteens/MOLLE mechanisms Sling tests
possible view of the decisive point.
- Avoid all unnecessary vehicular and foot movement. Complete the Plan
- Secure (with tape or other materials) metal parts (weapon 9-line UXO report. SIGN TELEPHONE # and evidence will be linked to the detainee using the DD Form hydration bladder Spare barrels Pick-up zone marking
LINE 4. TYPE OF MUNITION EXAMPLE: STANDARD CALL FOR FIRE 2745 control number. Ammunition/magazines Spare barrel bags kit ◦ Based on recon and coordination, complete the OPORD.
slings, canteen cups, ID tags) to prevent them from making 3. Clear: Clear area of all personnel, (DROPPED,
Individual weapons Extraction tools Radios
noise during movement. OBSERVER FDC Escalation of Force (EOF) Protective mask Asbestos gloves GPS/Laser range finder Issue the Order
working from device outwards. PROTECTED, All clothing items in Barrel changing handles Handheld microphones ◦ Ensure subordinates understand and share the vision.
- Avoid all unnecessary talk. Safe distance is determined by PLACED OR THROWN) THUNDER 35, THIS IS CARNAGE 14, Escalation of force (EOF) is defined as sequential actions that begin with nonlethal packing list Headspace and timing Night vision devices
- Use radio only when necessary. FIRE FOR EFFECT OVER force measures and may graduate to lethal measures to defeat a threat and Flashlights gauges Supervise and Refine
tactical situation, avoiding predict- LINE 5. CBRN CONTAMINATION Batteries and spare
- Set radio volume low so that only you can hear. LINE 6. RESOURCES protect the force. An example EOF procedure is outlined below: Radios and backup VS-17 panel batteries ◦ Observe rehearsals, conduct backbriefs, check equipment.
ability, and moving hundreds of CARNAGE 14, THIS IS THUNDER 35,
1. Use audible warning communications Vehicle tools (if applicable) Improved outer tactical
- Use visual techniques to communicate. meters away.* THREATENED FIRE FOR EFFECT, OUT Call for fire procedures Binoculars vest
LINE 7. IMPACT ON MISSION 2. Use visual aids (lights, signs)
9-line medical evacuation Earplugs MOLLE ruck/assault One-Third / Two-Thirds Rule
2. Exercise Light Discipline: 4. Cordon: Establish security LINE 8. PROTECTIVE MEASURES GRID NV 180 513, OVER 3. Use nonlethal means (barriers) procedures Weapons cleaning kit pack systems
4. Show weapon; demonstrate intent to use (aiming weapon) Leaders ensure that all subordinate echelons have sufficient time for their own
- Do not smoke. cordon around the danger area TAKEN GRID NV 180 513, OUT Night vision goggles Meals/food Knee and elbow pads
5. Use disabling fire (vehicle) mounting plate Flexi cuffs Ballistic spectacles planning and preparation needs. Leaders at all levels use no more than one-third
- Conceal flashlights and other light sources so that the light by setting up blocking positions LINE 9. RECOMMENDED
3 ENEMY MORTARS IN THE OPEN, FIRE 6. Use deadly force Poncho Visual/language Insect repellent of the available time for planning and issuing the OPORD, and allocate the
is filtered (under a poncho). to prevent foot and vehicle traffic PRIORITY Improved rain suit top and translator card Infrared strobe
WHEN READY, OVER ** EOF steps are not required to be presented sequentially if hostile act/intent remaining two-thirds of it to subordinates. Generally, the issuance of the WARNORD
- Cover or blacken anything that reflects light (metal surfaces, from approaching IED. (IMMEDIATE, is present.** bottom Water purification tablets Advanced combat
Watch helmet at the earliest opportunity allows this to occur.
vehicles, glass). INDIRECT, MINOR 3 ENEMY MORTARS IN THE OPEN, FIRE Litter
EOF Flow 35 MPH / 56 KPH 45 MPH / 75 KPH 55 MPH / 89 KPH 55 MPH / 89 KPH 55 MPH / 89 KPH Lip balm/suncreen Chemical lights
- Conceal vehicles and equipment with available natural 5. Control: Control the area OR NO THREAT) WHEN READY, OUT Protractor/map
Bayonet and scabbard Concertina wire gloves Combat boots After Action Review (AAR)
camouflage. inside the cordon to ensure au- MESSAGE TO OBSERVER (MTO) 3 sec 5.3 sec 7.2 sec 10.9 sec 14.6 sec Lensatic compass Equipment packed Entrenching tool
thorized access. Soldiers should *Minimum safe distance Notebook/pen/pencil
according to SOP
Camouflage stick
Weapon tie downs
Combat Lifesaver
o What was supposed to happen? o Why did it happen?
3. Exercise Litter Discipline: control the site to prevent some- for exposed personnel is 300M MESSAGE TO OBSERVER, THUNDER 2
ROUNDS, TARGET AA1027 Lethal Force
Warning Shots Flares Hand and Evaluation
Tripods bags o What did happen? o How to sustain strengths?
- Establish a litter collection point when occupying a position. one from straying dangerously and Signals and Signals Light Signals Pintles
Pocket mirror
Counter-radio electronic
- Verify all litter has been collected in preparation to leave a position. close until the threat has been THUNDER, ROUNDS, TARGET AA1027, warfare device o What were the performance o How to improve on
- Take all litter with you when leaving a position. neutralized. OUT 50m 100m 200m standards? weakness?

Operations Orders Squad Organization Squad Movement Patrolling Patrol Bases React to Direct Fire Contact
Movement techniques refer to the distances between Soldiers, Patrolling fulfills the infantry’s primary function of finding the A patrol base is a security perimeter which is set up when a squad or 1. The element in contact immediately returns well-aimed fire on known enemy
FM 6-0: 2. Mission
An order is a communication (verbal, written, or teams, and squads that vary based on METT-TC. Selection enemy to engage or report disposition, location, and actions. platoon conducting a patrol halts for an extended period. A patrol base position(s). Vehicles move out of the beaten zone.
- Who / What / When / Where / Why 2. Soldiers and vehicles assume the nearest covered and concealed position.
signaled) which conveys instructions from a of a movement technique is based on the likelihood of enemy should not be occupied for more than a 24-hour period (except in an
superior to a subordinate. Army organizations Five Principles of Patrolling: emergency). A patrol never uses the same patrol base twice. Patrol Mounted Soldiers dismount the vehicle, provide local security and add its
use three types of orders: 3. Execution contact and need for speed. Factors to consider for each tech- Planning. Quickly make a simple plan and effectively communicate it suppressive fire against the enemy position (Figure 1).
TL GRN AR RFLM TL GRN AR RFLM bases are used to perform maintenance on weapons and equipment,
- Commander’s Intent M4-SERIES M204 M249 M4-SERIES M4-SERIES M203 M249 M4-SERIES nique are control, dispersion, speed, and security. to the lowest level. A great plan that takes forever to complete and is plan and issue orders, and to rest.
3. Element leaders locate & engage enemy positions with well-aimed fire or
1. Operation Order (OPORD) SGT SPC SPC PFC
SL SSG SPC SPC PFC battlesight fire command, and pass information to the unit leader and Soldiers.
Directive issued by a commander to subordinates - Concept of Operations M4-SERIES Movement Techniques LEAD FIRE TEAM poorly disseminated is not a great plan. Plan and prepare to a realistic 4. Element leaders control
for the purpose of affecting the coordinated - Scheme of Movement & Maneuver SSG
standard using the TLPs and rehearse everything. OCCUPATION OF A PATROL BASE the fire of their Soldiers by
TL
execution of an operation. Infantry Squad MOVEMENT WHEN
CHARACTERISTICS
using standard fire
• Explain from start to finish TECNIQUES NORMALLY AR
GRN
Reconnaissance. Your responsibility is to confirm what you think you STEP ACTION
Squad Column USED CONTROL DISPERSION SPEED SECURITY RFLM commands containing the
2. Fragmentary Order (FRAGORD) - Tasks to subordinate units TL (POINTMAN)
know, and to learn that which you do not already know. Confirm your 1 Approach - halt patrol following elements:
Abbreviated form of an OPORD issued as needed - Coordinating Instructions The squad column is the squad’s main for-
mation for movement unless preparing
AR GRN (COMPASS) Traveling Contact
not likely
More Less Fastest Least
SL
plan with facts on the ground. Conduct leader recon of site
after an OPORD to change or modify that order.
• Time Schedule for an assault. It provides good dispersion RFLM (PACE)
Traveling Contact Less More Slower More
20 m Security. Keep 360 degree security at all times. Use vigilance and 2 Recon 1st Squad
A) Alert
both laterally and in-depth without sacrificing B) Weapon / Ammo
3. Warning Order (WARNORD) • Information Requirements control. It also facilitates maneuver. The lead SL
overwatch possible
proactive security to preserve your combat power. Patrol leader designates entry
10' o'clock 2' o'clock
Preliminary notice of an order or action that is to
TL
C) Target Description
• Risk Reduction Control Measures fire team is the base fire team. Squads can Bounding Contact Most Most Slowest Most GRN
AR
Control. Clarify the concept of the operation and commander’s intent, point/CP at center of base
D) Direction
follow, and helps units and staffs prepare for new move in either a column wedge or a modified overwatch expected HQs
missions. WARNORD should include: • Rules of Engagement column wedge or a modified column wedge.
TL RFLM
coupled with disciplined communications, to bring every man and Element leaders recon sectors and E) Range
TRAIL FIRE TEAM
• Mission or nature of operation • Environmental Considerations
GRN AR
Traveling: weapon available to overwhelm the enemy at the decisive point. Use return to command post F) Method
3rd Squad 2nd Squad G) Control
• Time and place for issuing OPORD • Force Protection
RFLM
Used when contact with the enemy is not LEAD FIRE TEAM graphic control measures to track and control execution. Leader sends 2 Soldiers to bring patrol
Squad Line forward H) Execution
• Units or elements participating The squad line provides maximum firepower Squads in Column, Fire Team Wedge likely and speed is needed. Common Sense. Use all available information and good judgment to I) Termination
TL
• Specific tasks not addressed by unit to the front and is used to assault or as a GRN make sound, timely decisions. 3 Occupation single file/camouflaged Figure 1. Assuming nearest covered position.
4. Sustainment pre-assault formation. To execute the squad
TL TL AR
RFLM
4 Leader checks perimeter by meeting
5. Soldiers and vehicle commanders maintain contact with the leader, other
SOP line, the squad leader designates one of the
- Logistics Common Organization of Patrols: element leaders in turn Soldiers, and vehicles on their left or right.
• Timeline for operation
• Maintenance
teams as the base team. The other team GRN AR GRN Traveling Overwatch: 6 o'clock 6. Soldiers maintain contact with team leader and indicate locations of enemy
cues its movement off the base team. From
50 m

• Transportation this formation, the squad leader can employ

RFLM SL RFLM Traveling overwatch is used when contact is • HQ Element • Compass Man
5 R & S team recon forward, move
clockwise
positions. Vehicle commanders relay commands to mounted infantry squads.
Platoon triangle-shaped patrol base 7. Unit leaders check the status of their personnel.
• Field Services any of the three movement techniques or possible. Attached weapons move near and • Aid & Litter Teams • Radio Telephone Operator (RTO)
conduct fire and movement. Squad Line SL 6 R & S teams report enemy activity, OPs, 8. Element leaders maintain visual contact with the unit leader.
- Personnel Services Support under the control of the squad leader so they • Detainee Teams • Assault Teams
TL (POINTMAN) Squad File TL
• Surveillance Teams • Support Teams
RPs, withdrawal routes 9. Unit leader moves up to element in contact and links up with its leader.
1. Situation • Handling of EPW The squad file has the same characteristics can employ quickly. GRN AR
- Leader brings RTO, FO, nearest element leader, one crew-served weapon
- Army Health Systems Support SL (OPTIONAL) • En Route Recorder • Breach Teams 7 Leader designates routes and RPs
- Area of Interest as the fire team file. In the event the terrain is RFLM
• Pace Man • Search Teams
outside team.
• Medical / Casualty Evacuations AR severely restrictive or extremely close, teams TRAIL FIRE TEAM
- Element leaders of the elements not in contact move to the front of their
- Area of Operations within the squad file also may be in file. This Bounding Overwatch: Bounding overwatch 8 Each element sets commo, OPs
element.
LEGEND
GRN
• Terrain disposition is not optimal for enemy contact, AR AUTOMATIC RIFLEMAN GRN GRENADIER

but provides the squad leader with maximum is used when contact is expected, or a m METERS
PFC PRIVATE FIRST CLASS
RFLM
SL
RIFLEMAN
SQUAD LEADER
Types of Combat Patrols: - Platoon sergeant moves forward with the remaining crew-served weapons
RFLM Leaders issue tasks to subordinates based on the priorities of work. Leaders
• Weather 5. Command and Signal control. He increases control over the forma- large open danger area must be crossed.
TL TEAM LEADER
and links up with the unit leader and assumes control of the support element.
- Enemy Forces - Command
SL
tion moving forward to the first or second Raid. Surprise attack against a position or installation for a give subordinates a task, time, and standard for each. Tasks are based on 10. Unit leader determines whether or not the unit must move out of the
position. Moving forward enables him to ex- The lead element overwatches first. The METT-TC and may include, but are not limited to:
• Latest intel • Location of Leaders
TL
ert greater morale presence by leading from overwatch element scans for enemy specific purpose other than seizing and holding the terrain. engagement area.
- Control AR 11. Unit leader determines whether or not the unit can gain and maintain
- Friendly Forces the front, and to be immediately available to
positions. The trail element bounds and - Continuous Security - Mess Plan
suppressive fires with the element already in contact.
• Two levels up • Command Post Location GRN make vital decisions. Moving a team leader Ambush. Surprise attack from a concealed position on a - Withdraw Plan - Rest and Sleep Plan
to the last position can provide additional signals the leader when his element 12. Unit leader makes an assessment of the situation to identify:
• Adjacent units
- Signal Squad File TL (OPTIONAL)
control over the rear of the formation. moving or temporarily halted target. - Continuous Communication - Alert Plan and “Stand To” A) Location of enemy positions and obstacles; B) Size of enemy force
• Radio Frequencies RFLM completes its bound and is prepared to - Mission Prep and Planning - Resupply
- Attachments/Detachments engaging unit in contact; C) Vulnerable flanks; D) Covered and concealed
• Passwords / Running Passwords
LEGEND
AR AUTOMATIC RIFLEMAN SL SQUAD LEADER overwatch the movement of the other Security. Patrol to search local area, detect enemy forces - Water Resupply - Sanitation and Personal Hygiene flanking routes to the enemy positions.
• Who / Why SPC SPECIALIST
near main body, and to engage and destroy enemy.
GRN GRENADIER
• Pyrotechnic Signals RFLM
PFC
RIFLEMAN
PRIVATE FIRST CLASS
SSG
TL
STAFF SERGEANT
TEAM LEADER
element. - Weapons & Equipment Maintenance - Improve Fighting Positions 13. Unit leader decides to conduct an assault, bypass, or break contact.
SGT SERGEANT 14. Unit leader reports the situation to higher HQ and maneuvers the unit.