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m. Designates mounted and or dismounted observation post (OP)

positions to cover named area of interests (NAIs) and avenues of

approach, as necessary.

n. Plans use of sensor surveillance assets to augment mounted and

or dismounted observation posts (Ops), as necessary.

o. Develops reconnaissance plan in accordance with (IAW), operation

order (OPORD) and or fragmentary order (FRAGO), rules of

engagement (ROE), and or higher and or protected commander's

guidance.

p. Coordinates and synchronizes activities within each battlefield

operating system (BOS).

q. Develops movement plan.

r. Plans and coordinates combat service support (CSS).

s. Addresses actions on chance contact with the enemy.

* 5. Company commander disseminates reports, overlays, and other

pertinent information to each subordinate element to keep them abreast of

the situation

* 6. Company commander issues orders and instructions to include rules of

engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

a. Issues clear and concise taskings to platoons and or elements.

7. Company conducts a rehearsal.

* 8. Company commander or designated representative and

reconnaissance element conducts the reconnaissance based on factors of

mission, enemy, troops, terrain, time and civil considerations (METT-TC).

a. Conducts a passage of lines, if required.

b. Pinpoints company position(s).

c. Establishes security, if required.

d. Verifies and updates intelligence information.

e. Leaves a surveillance team to observe positions, if required.

f. Returns to company position.

9. Company elements move to and occupy initial guard positions.

a. Establish local security.

b. Prepare fighting positions as the situation allows and as required.

c. Employ mounted and or dismounted observation posts (Ops) to

ensure effective surveillance of designated named area of interests

(NAIs).

d. Establish a guard line, consisting of mounted and dismounted

observation posts (Ops), that provides the protected force with

adequate early warning.

e. Establish mounted and or dismounted patrols to cover gaps or

critical areas not observed by observation posts (Ops).

f. Deploy other maneuver elements as necessary.

(1) Deploy elements to hide positions, attack by fire positions,

and or battle positions (BPs) to destroy enemy reconnaissance

elements.

(2) Deploy elements to defensive or delay positions to prepare

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for actions against enemy security and main body elements.

* 10. Company commander controls the guard mission.

a. Coordinates and or synchronizes actions of subordinate elements.

b. Positions himself where he can best control subordinate elements.

c. Directs elements to move, on order, to successive screen and or

phase lines.

d. Directs elements to move in accordance with (IAW), operation order

(OPORD) or tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP).

e. Uses fragmentary orders (FRAGOs) and graphical control

measures to direct subordinate element moves.

f. Ensures elements report when they occupy a new screen line or

observation posts (Ops), cross phase lines, or reach march

objectives.

11. Company executes the guard mission. (If a unit does not have the time

or resources to complete any of the following tasks, it must inform the

commander assigning the mission of the shortfall and request guidance on

which tasks to complete or the priority of tasks.)

a. Destroys the enemy advance guard.

b. Maintains contact with enemy forces and reports activity in the area

of operations (AO).

c. Maintains continuous surveillance of assigned avenues of approach

in the area of operations (AO) under all visibility conditions.

d. Impedes and harasses the enemy using available systems and

support.

e. Causes the enemy main body to deploy, and then reports its

direction of movement.

f. Allows no enemy ground element to pass through the security area

undetected and unreported.

g. Destroys or causes the withdrawal of all enemy reconnaissance

patrols.

h. Maintains contact with the main body and any other security forces

operating on its flanks.

i. Uses all available means at its disposal, including decisive

engagement, to prevent the enemy from penetrating to a position

where it could observe and engage the main body.

j. Operates within the range of the main body's fire support weapons.

k. Complies with the rules of engagement ROE and or rules of

interaction (ROI).

12. Company completes guard mission.

a. Conducts battle handover with protected force and or follow-on

guard force.

b. Consolidates and reorganizes as necessary.

c. Secures enemy prisoners of war (EPW) as required.

d. Treats and evacuates casualties.

e. Withdraws or displaces as directed or in accordance with (IAW)

protected force or higher headquarters commander's intent.

f. Reports completion to higher headquarters commander.

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13. Company processes captured documents and or equipment as

required.

14. Company continues operations as directed.

TASK PERFORMANCE SUMMARY BLOCK

ITERATION

TOTAL

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES EVALUATED

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES “GO”

“*” indicates a leader task step.

SUPPORTING INDIVIDUAL TASKS: NONE

SUPPORTING COLLECTIVE TASKS

Task Title

Conduct a Passage of Lines as the Passing Unit (Infantry Company)

Conduct a Withdrawal (Infantry Company)

Conduct an Ambush (Infantry Company)

Conduct Tactical Movement (Infantry Company)

Employ Obstacle(s) (Infantry Company)

Take Action on Contact (Infantry Company)

Breach an Obstacle (Infantry Company)

Conduct an Area or Zone Reconnaissance (Infantry Company)

Report Tactical Information (Infantry Company)

Integrate Direct Fires (Infantry Company)

Integrate Indirect Fire Support (Infantry Company)

Handle Enemy Prisoners of War (Infantry Company)

Process Captured Documents and Equipment (Infantry Company)

Treat and Evacuate Casualties (Infantry Company)

Conduct a Rehearsal (Infantry Company)

Conduct Consolidation and Reorganization (Infantry Company)

Conduct Risk Management (Infantry Company)

Prepare for Combat (Infantry Company)

Maintain Operations Security (Infantry Company)

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TRAINING AND EVALUATION OUTLINE

TASK: Conduct a Link-up (Infantry Company)

(07-2-1081)

ITERATION:

(CIRCLE)

COMMANDER/LEADER ASSESSMENT:

T P U

(CIRCLE)

CONDITIONS: The company is conducting operations as part of a larger force and has

received an operation order (OPORD) or fragmentary order (FRAGO) to conduct a linkup

at the location and time specified. All necessary personnel and equipment are available.

The company has communications with higher, adjacent, and subordinate elements. The

company has been provided guidance on the rules of engagement (ROE) and or rules of

interaction (ROI). Coalition forces and noncombatants may be present in the operational

environment. Some iterations of this task should be conducted during limited visibility

conditions.

TASK STANDARDS: The company conducts the linkup in accordance with (IAW) tactical

standing operating procedures (TSOP), the order, and or higher commander's guidance.

The company conducts necessary coordination, confirms command relationship with the

linkup element, moves tactically to the linkup site, and establishes communications with the

linkup element short of the linkup site. The company complies with the rules of

engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

* 1. Company leaders gain and or maintain situational understanding using

information that is gathered from maps, intelligence summaries, situational

reports (SITREPs), and other available information sources.

* 2. Company commander receives an operation order (OPORD) or

fragmentary order (FRAGO) and issues warning order (WARNO) to

platoons using radio or other tactical means.

* 3. Company commander confirms friendly and enemy situations.

a. Receives an updated enemy situational template for added

fratricide prevention and increased force protection, if applicable.

b. Clarifies priority intelligence requirement (PIR) requirements.

c. Confirms any changes to the higher headquarters and company

task or purpose.

d. Confirms any changes to the scheme of maneuver.

* 4. Company commander plans using troop-leading procedures.

a. Conducts analysis based on factors of mission, enemy, troops,

terrain, time and civil considerations (METT-TC).

(1) Considers the enemy's capabilities, likely courses of action

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(COAs), and specific weapons capabilities.

b. Conducts a map reconnaissance.

(1) Identifies primary and alternate linkup sites.

(2) Identifies rally points.

(3) Identifies likely enemy avenues of approach.

(4) Identifies routes to and from linkup site and rally point.

(5) Marks tentative dismount points on maps as appropriate.

c. Develops a scheme of maneuver and control measures (contact

points, checkpoints, phase lines, routes, and zones of actions).

d. Plans and coordinates indirect fire support and or close air support,

if available.

e. Identifies direct fire responsibilities.

f. Plans the integration of direct and indirect fires in accordance with

(IAW) higher headquarters' fire support plan.

g. Plans and coordinates combat service support (CSS).

h. Determines visual, and or voice recognition signals (far and near).

i. Develops and or determines control measures.

j. Determines frequencies, call signs, code words and codes.

k. Determines command relationship with the linkup unit.

l. Develops contingency plans.

(1) Plans for enemy contact before, during, or after linkup.

(2) Coordinates how long to wait at the linkup site.

(3) Plans what to do when some elements do not arrive at the

linkup site.

(4) Plans alternate linkup points and rally points.

m. Organizes the company as necessary to accomplish the mission

and or compensate for combat losses.

* 5. Company commander or designated representative conducts a

reconnaissance of the route and site, if possible.

* 6. Company commander or designated representative coordinates with

the linkup element.

a. Exchanges frequencies, call signs, and codes.

b. Confirms visual signals and alternatives (near and far recognition

signals).

c. Exchanges fire coordination and or control measures (for example,

restrictive fire line).

d. Confirms command relationship with the linkup unit. (Who is in

charge if the enemy attacks during linkup?) (Who is in charge after

linkup?)

* 7. Company commander disseminates overlays, and other pertinent

information to each platoon to keep them abreast of the situation.

* 8. Company commander issues orders and instructions to include rules of

engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

a. Issues clear and concise taskings to platoons and or elements.

9. Company conducts a rehearsal.

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10. Each linkup element moves to a point short of the linkup point and

establishes a rally point.

Note: The linkup rally point should be a safe distance from the linkup point

(about 300 Meters) and should provide cover and concealment.

a. Moves tactically to the linkup rally point.

b. Reports its en route location to higher headquarters and other

linkup element (if using radio communications) using phase lines,

checkpoints, or other control measures.

c. Establishes local security at the rally point.

* 11. Company commander coordinates and or synchronizes actions of

subordinate elements.

* 12. Company commander uses fragmentary orders (FRAGOs) as

necessary to redirect actions of subordinate elements.

13. Elements conduct linkup.

a. Conduct the following (FIRST element to arrive at the linkup point).

(1) Sends a security team forward to confirm the exact location

of the linkup point (may be mounted or dismounted and may

include the element leader).

(a) Clears the immediate area around the linkup point.

(b) Marks the linkup point with the coordinated recognition

signal.

positions that over watch the linkup point.

(d) Returns to the linkup rally point and brings the element

forward to the linkup point (if the entire element must

linkup). (May use designated signal.)

(2) Elements moves tactically to the linkup point.

(a) Establishes a perimeter defense.

(b) Prepares to accept the moving unit at the linkup point.

(b.) Conduct the following (SECOND element to arrive at the linkup

point).

(1) Sends a security team forward to confirm the exact location

of the linkup point.

(2) Makes contact with the element at the linkup point.

(a) Gives the far recognition signal.

(b) Advances and exchanges near recognition signals with

element on the linkup point.

(3) Returns to the linkup rally point and brings the element

forward to the linkup point (if the entire element must linkup).

(May use designated signal.)

(4) Element moves tactically to the linkup point.

(a) Element is incorporated into the perimeter defense.

14. Company continues the mission in accordance with (IAW) the operation

order (OPORD), fragmentary order (FRAGO), and or guidance from higher

headquarters after the linkup.

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TASK PERFORMANCE SUMMARY BLOCK

ITERATION

TOTAL

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES EVALUATED

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES “GO”

“*” indicates a leader task step.

SUPPORTING INDIVIDUAL TASKS: NONE

SUPPORTING COLLECTIVE TASKS

Task Title

Take Action on Contact (Infantry Company)

Report Tactical Information (Infantry Company)

Integrate Indirect Fire Support (Infantry Company)

Handle Enemy Prisoners of War (Infantry Company)

Process Captured Documents and Equipment (Infantry Company)

Treat and Evacuate Casualties (Antiarmor/Infantry Company)

Conduct a Rehearsal (Infantry Company)

Conduct Consolidation and Reorganization (Infantry Company)

Conduct Risk Management (Infantry Company)

Conduct Troop-leading Procedures (Infantry Company)

Maintain Operations Security (Infantry Company)

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TRAINING AND EVALUATION OUTLINE

TASK: Conduct a Passage of Lines as the Passing Unit (Infantry Company) (07-2-1108-A)

ITERATION:

(CIRCLE)

COMMANDER/LEADER ASSESSMENT:

T P U

(CIRCLE)

CONDITIONS: The company is conducting operations as part of a larger force and has

received an operation order (OPORD) or fragmentary order (FRAGO) to conduct a forward

or rearward passage of lines at the location and time specified. The stationary unit has

been identified. All necessary personnel and equipment are available. The company has

communications with higher, adjacent, and subordinate elements. The company has been

provided guidance on the rules of engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

Coalition forces and noncombatants may be present in the operational environment.

TASK STANDARDS: The company conducts the passage of lines in accordance with

(IAW) tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP), the order, and or higher

commander's guidance. The company completes necessary coordination with higher,

adjacent, and stationary elements. The company passes through the stationary unit with no

compromise of security. The company complies with the rules of engagement (ROE) and

or rules of interaction (ROI).

TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

*1. Company leaders gain and or maintain situational understanding using

information that is gathered from maps, intelligence summaries, situation

reports (SITREPs), and other available information sources.

* 2. Company commander receives an operation order (OPORD) or

fragmentary order (FRAGO) and issues warning order (WARNO) to

platoons using radio or other tactical means.

* 3. Company commander confirms friendly and enemy situations.

a. Receives an updated enemy situational template for added

fratricide prevention and increased force protection, if applicable.

b. Clarifies priority intelligence requirement (PIR) requirements.

c. Confirms any changes to the higher headquarters and company

task or purpose.

d. Confirms any changes to the scheme of maneuver.

* 4. Company commander plans using troop-leading procedures.

a. Conducts analysis based on factors of mission, enemy, troops,

terrain, time and civil considerations (METT-TC).

(1) Considers the enemy's capabilities, likely courses of action

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(COAs), and specific weapons capabilities.

b. Conducts a map reconnaissance.

Identifies.

(1) Identifies passage points and passage lanes (primary and

alternate).

(2) Identifies security, support by fire, and assault positions, if

applicable.

(3) Identifies likely enemy avenues of approach.

(4) Marks tentative dismount points on maps as appropriate.

c. Plans and coordinates indirect fire support and or close air support,

if available.

d. Identifies direct fire responsibilities.

e. Organizes the company as necessary to accomplish the mission

and or compensate for combat losses.

f. Verifies known obstacle types and locations.

g. Verifies call signs and frequencies of the stationary unit.

h. Verifies and or designates visual recognition signals (far and near).

i. Verifies and or designates fire coordination measures.

j. Verifies the command relationship with the stationary unit.

k. Verifies actions to take place following coordination of the passage.

l. Addresses actions on chance contact with the enemy before, during

and after the passage.

* 5. Company commander or designated representative conducts

coordination with the stationary unit using radio or other tactical means.

Note: The commander or company representative may be required to

coordinate the passage of lines either for the company alone or for the

higher headquarters.

a. Exchanges and or coordinates the following information:

(1) Signal operating instructions (SOI) information.

(2) Number and or type of vehicles involved in the passage.

(3) Estimated time of arrival of vehicles and markings of the first

and last vehicles.

(4) Recognition signals.

(5) Updated enemy situation.

(6) Friendly situation and or disposition.

(7) Terrain analysis.

(8) Supporting fires information, to include available assets,

smoke data, and target numbers and or locations.

(9) Locations of friendly obstacles and applicable breaching

information, to include any routes through obstacles.

(10) Command post location.

(11) Contact points (primary, alternate).

(12) Passage lanes data, to include alternate routes, start point

(SP), release point (RP), passage points, and checkpoints.

(13) Location and number of guides and number and type of

vehicles.

(14) Time of passage.

(15) Rally points (both near and far) and assembly areas.

(16) Line of departure (LD).

(17) Battle hand over line (BHL) and time the transfer of

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responsibility for the control of the sector will take place.

(18) Combat service support (CSS) information, including the

following:

(a) Resupply of Classes III and V.

(b) Medical evacuation assets.

(d) Maintenance requirements and available assets.

(19) Actions on contact if enemy are encountered during the

passage.

* 6. If FACE TO FACE coordination is required, the company commander

or designated representative conducts linkup with the stationary unit.

a. Initiates tactical movement toward the designated contact point as

directed in the operation order (OPORD) and or fragmentary order

(FRAGO).

b. Establishes communications with the stationary unit prior to

entering the effective range of the stationary unit's direct fire weapons.

(1) Authenticates correctly.

(2) Informs the stationary unit of number and type of company

vehicles and direction from which the company is traveling.

(3) Requests information from the stationary unit on number and

type of vehicles, direction of weapons orientation, and location of

dismounts on the ground.

(4) Determines whether company is needed to provide additional

security at the contact point.

(5) Confirms short range recognition signal (hand-and-arm, flags,

flashlight, or pyrotechnics).

* 7. Company commander or designated representative completes

coordination and preparations for the passage.

a. Conducts tactical movement back to the company position, if

applicable.

b. Passes all pertinent information and or fragmentary order (FRAGO)

to the company using radio or other tactical means.

c. Reports all pertinent information from the coordination to the higher

commander, if acting as liaison for higher headquarters uses radio

other tactical means.

d. Directs subordinate element commanders to complete troop leading

procedures required to plan the passage.

* 8. Company commander disseminates overlays, and other pertinent

information to each platoon to keep them abreast of the situation.

* 9. Company commander issues orders and instructions to include rules of

engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

a. Issues clear and concise taskings to platoons and or elements.

10. Company conducts a rehearsal.

*11. Company commander coordinates/synchronizes actions of subordinate

elements.

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*12. Company commander uses fragmentary orders (FRAGOs) as

necessary to redirect actions of subordinate elements.

13. Company elements conduct tactical movement to the passage point.

a. Use covered and concealed routes to the maximum extent

possible.

b. Use most advantageous formation and movement technique based

on factors of mission, enemy, troops, terrain, time and civil

considerations (METT-TC).

c. Maintain proper weapons orientation to ensure 360-degree security

based on the formation selected.

14. Company elements move through the passage point.

a. Establish communications and or enter the net of the stationary unit

using radio or other tactical means.

b. Display designated recognition signal on all vehicles, if applicable

(vehicle commanders).

c. Report arrival time at the passage point to higher headquarters

using radio other tactical means.

d. Pass through the passage point without halting or blocking it.

15. Company elements move along the passage lane.

a. Conduct tactical movement through the passage lane.

b. Orient weapon systems in the direction of known or suspected

enemy contact.

c. Follow directions given by guides at traffic control points.

d. Use alternate lanes if the situation dictates.

Note: In the event of vehicle breakdown, the element continues to move

and does not stop in the passage lane. The crew of the disabled vehicle

moves it out of the flow of traffic, if possible, and attempts to repair it. If

necessary, the crew waits with the vehicle until it can be recovered or

repaired.

* 16. Company commander or representative keeps higher headquarters

informed using radio or other tactical means.

a. Reports graphic control measures for passage.

b. Sends situation report (SITREP) as necessary during execution.

c. Reports completion of the passage.

17. If the passage is forward, the company crosses the battle hand over line

(BHL) and continues the mission.

18. If the passage is rearward, the company crosses the battle hand over

line (BHL) and takes specified actions.

a. Moves to the location designated in the operation order (OPORD)

without halting or blocking the passage lane.

b. Conducts the tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP) steps,

or troop leading procedures for hasty occupation of an assembly area

as specified in the operation order (OPORD).

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TASK PERFORMANCE SUMMARY BLOCK

ITERATION

TOTAL

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES EVALUATED

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES “GO”

“*” indicates a leader task step.

SUPPORTING INDIVIDUAL TASKS: NONE

SUPPORTING COLLECTIVE TASKS

Task Title

React to Snipers (Infantry Company)

Take Action on Contact (Infantry Company)

Report Tactical Information (Infantry Company)

Conduct a Rehearsal (Infantry Company)

Conduct Troop-leading Procedures (Infantry Company)

Prepare for Combat (Infantry Company)

Maintain Operations Security (Infantry Company)

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TRAINING AND EVALUATION OUTLINE

TASK: Conduct a Passage of Lines as the Stationary Unit (Infantry Company) (07-2-1126-

ITERATION:

(CIRCLE)

COMMANDER/LEADER ASSESSMENT:

T P U

(CIRCLE)

CONDITIONS: The company is conducting operations as part of a larger force and has

received an operation order (OPORD) or fragmentary order (FRAGO) to pass another

element through their lines at he time specified. All necessary personnel and equipment

are available. The company has communications with higher, adjacent, and subordinate

elements. The company has been provided guidance on the rules of engagement (ROE)

and or rules of interaction (ROI). Coalition forces and noncombatants may be present in

the operational environment.

TASK STANDARDS: The company passes another element through their lines in

accordance with tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP), the order, and or higher

commander's guidance. The company performs necessary coordination/liaison with the

passing element. The company designates and briefs guide personnel. The company

passes the passing unit through and conducts battle handover. The company complies

with the rules of engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

*1. Company leaders gain and or maintain situational understanding using

information that is gathered from maps, intelligence summaries, situation

reports (SITREPs), and other available information sources.

* 2. Company commander receives an operation order (OPORD) or

fragmentary order (FRAGO) and issues warning order (WARNO) to the

company using radio or other tactical means.

* 3. Company commander conducts troop-leading procedures with

emphasis on the following.

a. Conducts a map reconnaissance.

(1) Identifies passage point, if not specified by higher

headquarters.

(2) Identifies contact points.

b. Organizes the company as necessary to accomplish the mission

and or compensate for combat losses.

c. Coordinates with higher headquarters or the passing unit, if

required.

(1) Obtains the following:

(a) Location of passage point, if specified by higher

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headquarters.

(b) Signal operating instructions (SOI) information.

(d) Number/type of vehicles involved in the passage.

(e) Estimated time of arrival of vehicles and markings of the

first and last vehicles.

(f) Order of march.

(g) Recognition signals.

(h) Guide requirements.

(2) Provides the following as appropriate:

(a) Friendly situation and or disposition.

(b) Updated enemy situation.

(d) Supporting fires information to include available assets,

smoke data, and target numbers and or locations.

(e) Locations of friendly obstacles and applicable breaching

information, to include any routes through obstacles.

(f) Time of passage.

(g) Rally points and assembly area locations.

(h) Location of the line of departure (LD).

(i) Location of the battle handover line (BHL) and time the

transfer of responsibility for the control of the sector will

take place.

(j) Location of attack positions.

(k) Information for resupply of Classes III and V.

(l) Information for medical evacuation assets.

(m) Information for handling of enemy prisoners of war

(EPW).

(n) Information for maintenance requirements and available

assets.

* 4. Company commander briefs subordinate leaders on mission and

directs them to designate guide personnel.

a. Briefs:

(1) Enemy situation.

(2) Attack positions or assembly areas.

(3) Contact points (primary, alternate).

(4) Passage lane data, to include alternate routes, start point

(SP), release point (RP), passage points, and checkpoints.

(5) Location and number of guides and number and or type of

vehicles, if applicable.

(6) Recognition signals

(7) Appropriate signal operating instructions (SOI) information.

* 5. Company commander disseminates overlays to each subordinate

element to keep them abreast of the situation.

6. Designated company leadership briefs guide personnel on duties.

* 7. Company commander issues orders and instructions to include rules of

engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

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a. Issues clear and concise taskings to platoons and or elements.

8. Company conducts rehearsal.

* 9. Company commander issues fragmentary orders (FRAGOs), as

necessary, to address changes to the plan identified during the rehearsal.

* 10. Company commander coordinates and or synchronizes actions of

company elements.

* 11. Company commander uses fragmentary orders (FRAGOs) as

necessary to redirect actions of subordinate elements.

12. Guide personnel move to appropriate positions and begin activities to

support the passage.

a. Establish overwatch positions.

b. Reconnoiter and mark route for the passing unit.

13. Guide personnel open passage lane.

a. Ensure lane provides adequate maneuver space for all passing unit

vehicles.

b. Assume positions to provide all around defense for the passage.

14. Guide personnel perform linkup with the passing unit and brief unit

leaders as necessary.

a. Execute near and far recognition signals.

b. Verify restrictive fire line (RFL) and battle hand over line (BHL) as

necessary.

c. Overwatch the passage and provides security as needed.

d. Close passage lane and any lanes through obstacles as required.

15. Company guides the passing unit and completes passage of lines

actions.

* 16. Company commander reports the completion of the passage to higher

headquarters.

a. Direct the passing unit along specified routes to designated

location(s) beyond the passage lane.

TASK PERFORMANCE SUMMARY BLOCK

ITERATION

TOTAL

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES EVALUATED

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES “GO”

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TRAINING AND EVALUATION OUTLINE

TASK: Conduct a Tactical Road March (Infantry Company) (Dismounted) (07-2-1189)

ITERATION:

(CIRCLE)

COMMANDER/LEADER ASSESSMENT:

T P U

(CIRCLE)

CONDITIONS: The company is conducting operations as part of a larger force and has

received an operation order (OPORD)/fragmentary order (FRAGO) to conduct a tactical

road march using the specified route and start time. All necessary personnel and

equipment are available. The company has communications with higher, adjacent, and

subordinate elements. The company has been provided guidance on the rules of

engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI). Coalition forces and noncombatants,

to include the international press, may be present in the operational environment. Some

iterations of this task should be conducted during limited visibility conditions.

TASK STANDARDS: The company conducts the tactical road march in accordance with

(IAW) tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP), the order, and/or higher

commander's guidance. The company crosses the start point and release point at the time

specified in the order. The company follows the prescribed route, rate of march, and

interval without deviation unless required by enemy action or higher headquarters' orders.

Company maintains local security throughout the movement. The company complies with

the rules of engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

Note: A company may be required to conduct a tactical road march, however, the

company and platoon normally participate in a tactical road march as part of a kandak or

kandak task force.

TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

* 1. Company commander gains and or maintains situational understanding

using information that is gathered from maps, intelligence summaries,

situation reports (SITREPs), and other available information sources.

* 2. Company commander receives an operation order (OPORD) or

fragmentary order (FRAGO) and issues warning order (WARNO) to the

company using radio or other tactical means.

* 3. Company commander confirms friendly and enemy situations.

a. Receives an updated report showing the location of forward and

adjacent friendly elements, if applicable.

b. Receives an updated enemy situational template for added

fratricide prevention and increased force protection, if applicable.

c. Determines local situation, including the probability of contact with

local people and actions if contact is made.

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* 4. Company commander plans the tactical road march using troop-leading

procedures.

a. Conducts mission, enemy, troops, terrain, time and civilian

considerations (METT-TC) analysis.

(1) Considers the enemy's capabilities, likely courses of action

(COAs), and specific weapons capabilities.

b. Conducts a map reconnaissance.

(1) Identifies the route, if not provided.

(2) Identifies likely enemy avenues of approach.

(3) Marks tentative dismount points on maps as appropriate.

(4) Identifies critical areas; e.g., danger areas, defiles, and choke

points, traffic control points, as well as rest and maintenance

areas.

(5) Determines assembly area or bivouac areas.

(6) Identifies start point (SP) and release point (RP).

c. Determines the formation to be used.

d. Determines rate of march.

e. Determines march interval.

f. Determines order of march.

g. Determines time at which the head or tail of the column is to pass

the start point (SP) and critical points.

h. Communications for use during the march.

i. Location of command post.

j. Determines quartering party requirements.

k. Determines and or coordinates combat service support (CSS)

requirements.

l. Plans and coordinates indirect fire support and or close air support,

if available.

m. Develops graphic control measures; e.g., check points, phase

lines, scheduled halt points.

n. Organizes the company as necessary to accomplish the mission

and or compensate for combat losses.

o. Determines the soldier's load, based on the mission.

p. Addresses actions on chance contact with the enemy.

* 5. Company commander organizes and dispatches reconnaissance

element, if time permits.

a. Confirms available routes and conditions (routes may be specified

by higher headquarters).

b. Confirms start point (SP) and release point (RP) suitability.

c. Confirms assembly or bivouac area location.

d. Confirms checkpoint locations on the route, if required.

e. Confirms distance between checkpoints on the route and total

distance from start point (SP) to release point (RP).

f. Locates and marks obstacles.

g. Determines the number of guides required and their route location.

* 6. Company commander disseminates overlays, and other pertinent

information to each platoon to keep them abreast of the situation.

* 7. Company commander issues orders and instructions to include rules of

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engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

a. Issues clear and concise taskings to platoons and or elements.

8. Company conducts a rehearsal.

9. Company moves to a marshalling area as necessary.

* 10. Company commander briefs and dispatches the quartering party, if

required. (If conducting the road march as part of a higher headquarters,

quartering party activities may not be required of the company.)

a. Conducts reconnaissance tasks, if time did not permit the

dispatching of a reconnaissance element.

b. Provides guides along the route as necessary.

c. Reports and engages any enemy observed, as ordered.

* 11. Company commander positions himself where he can best control the

movement of the platoons.

* 12. Company commander directs company elements to begin movement

toward the start point (SP).

a. Use the designated formation, movement technique, and, rate of

march.

b. Positions himself where he can best control the movement of the

company/platoon.

c. Uses visual signals, or radio to communicate with company in

accordance with (IAW) operation order (OPORD)/ fragmentary order

(FRAGO)/ tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP).

13. Company elements move along the march route.

a. Cross the start point (SP) at the designated time in accordance with

(IAW), operation order (OPORD)/ fragmentary order (FRAGO).

b. Maintain proper march speed to reach checkpoints at times

specified in the order.

c. Report control measures in accordance with (IAW) operation order

(OPORD)/ fragmentary order (FRAGO)/ tactical standing operating

procedures (TSOP) using radio or other tactical means.

d. Maintain 360 degree observation, including aerial observation.

e. Maintain proper weapons orientation to provide 360 degree security

throughout the road march as prescribed in the operation order

(OPORD)/fragmentary order (FRAGO)/ tactical standing operating

procedures (TSOP).

f. Conduct scheduled halts at regular intervals in accordance with

(IAW) the tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP) (as the

tactical situation permits).

(1) Direct personnel to clear the route and to relax by sitting or

lying down and by loosening their equipment.

(a) Maintain security as necessary.

(2) Conduct foot inspections.

(3) Maintains water, sanitation, light, noise, and safety discipline.

(4) Adjust personnel loads, if necessary.

g. Bypass obstacles, if possible.

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h. Arrive at check or release points at the time specified.

i. Report the company's position to higher headquarters, as required.

14. Company conducts unscheduled halts as necessary.

a. Clears route of march and establishes local security in accordance

with (IAW), operation order (OPORD)/ fragmentary order (FRAGO)/

tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP).

b. Reports unscheduled halts to higher headquarters using radio, or

other tactical means.

c. Correct the cause of the halt, if possible.

d. Continues along the route.

15. Company elements react to hostile contact as appropriate.

a. Consolidate and reorganize as necessary.

b. Secure enemy prisoners of war (EPW) as required.

c. Treat and evacuate casualties.

d. Continue the march when directed or as soon as possible.

16. Company elements arrive at and move through the release point (RP).

a. Report arrival at and the completion of the move through the

release point (RP) using radio, or other tactical means.

b. Pass through the release point without halting.

c. Meet and follow quartering party guides and moves to the

designated company area.

d. Adjust and redistributes equipment and performs foot hygiene.

e. Orient weapons, as directed, to establish unit local security.

f. Ensure leaders check the condition of all personnel (for foot

problems).

(1) Ensure that soldiers obtain food, water, shelter, and rest.

(2) Ensure soldiers are ready to accomplish their tactical

mission.

(3) Ensure medical attention where needed.

g. Use the proper dispersion and camouflage.

h. Perform equipment cross loading as necessary.

i. Consolidate and reorganize as necessary.

j. Process enemy prisoners of war (EPW) as required.

k. Process captured documents and or equipment as required.

17. Company continues operations as directed.

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TASK PERFORMANCE SUMMARY BLOCK

ITERATION

TOTAL

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES EVALUATED

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES “GO”

“*” indicates a leader task step.

SUPPORTING INDIVIDUAL TASKS

Task Title

Locate Mines by Visual Means

Neutralize Booby Traps

Locate a Target by Grid Coordinates

Locate a Target by Shift from a Known Point

Engage Targets with an AK-47 Rifle

Load an AK47 Rifle

Unload an AK-47 Rifle

Correct Malfunctions of an AK-47 Rifle

Unload a PKM Machine Gun

Perform Safety Checks on Hand Grenades

Employ Hand Grenades

Move as a Member of a Fire Team

Move Under Direct Fire

Move Over, Through, or Around Obstacles (Except Minefields)

React to Indirect Fire While Dismounted

React to Flares

Select Temporary Fighting Positions

Select a Movement Route Using a Map

Control Movement of a Fire Team

Select an Overwatch Position

Conduct the Maneuver of a Squad

Conduct Movement Techniques by a Platoon

Coordinate with an Adjacent Platoon

Identify Topographic Symbols on a Military Map

Identify Terrain Features on a Map

Determine the Grid Coordinates of a Point on a Military Map

Determine a Magnetic Azimuth Using a Lensatic Compass

Determine the Elevation of a Point on the Ground Using a Map

Determine a Location on the Ground b Terrain Association

Navigate from One Point on the Ground to Another Point While Dismounted

Measure Distance on a Map

Convert Azimuths

Orient a Map Using a Lensatic Compass

Orient a Map to the Ground by Map-Terrain Association

Locate an Unknown Point on a Map and on the Ground by Intersection

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SUPPORTING INDIVIDUAL TASKS Cont’d

Task Title

Locate an Unknown Point on a Map and on the Ground by Resection

Use a Map Overlay

Challenge Persons Entering Your Area

Perform Surveillance without the Aid of Electronic Devices

Practice Noise, Light, and Litter Discipline

Analyze Terrain

Conduct a Leader's Reconnaissance

Plan for Use of Supporting Fires

Conduct the Maneuver of a Platoon

Determine Azimuths Using a Protractor

Control Use of Night Vision Devices

REQUEST MEDICAL EVACUATION

Request Medical Evacuation

USE AN AUTOMATED SIGNAL OPERATION INSTRUCTION (SOI)

SUPPORTING COLLECTIVE TASKS NONE

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TRAINING AND EVALUATION OUTLINE

TASK: Conduct an Infiltration or Exfiltration (Infantry Company)

(07-2-1270)

ITERATION:

(CIRCLE)

COMMANDER/LEADER ASSESSMENT:

T P U

(CIRCLE)

CONDITIONS: The company is conducting operations as part of a larger force and has

received an operation order (OPORD) or fragmentary order (FRAGO) to conduct an

infiltration and or exfiltration. The purpose of the infiltration/exfiltration (gather information,

attack an enemy position from the rear, conduct a raid or ambush, capture prisoners, seize

key terrain, or aid the main attack) is identified by higher headquarters. All necessary

personnel and equipment are available. The company has been assigned a company lane

or zone. The company has been provided guidance on the rules of engagement (ROE) and

or rules of interaction (ROI). Coalition forces and noncombatants may be present in the

operational environment. Some iterations of this task should be conducted during limited

visibility conditions.

TASK STANDARDS: The company conducts the infiltration and or exfiltration in

accordance with (IAW) tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP), the order, and or

higher commander's guidance. The company employs reconnaissance patrols to find

routes, gaps, and weaknesses in enemy positions. The company moves through the

enemy area without being detected. The company accomplishes the designated purpose of

the mission. The company complies with the rules of engagement (ROE) and or rules of

interaction (ROI).

TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

* 1. Company commander gains and or maintains situational understanding

using information that is gathered from maps, intelligence summaries,

situation reports (SITREPs), and other available information sources.

* 2. Company commander receives an operation order (OPORD) or

fragmentary order (FRAGO) and issues warning order (WARNO) to the

company using radio or other tactical means.

* 3. Company commander confirms friendly and enemy situations.

a. Receives an updated enemy situational template for added

fratricide prevention and increased force protection, if applicable.

b. Clarifies priority intelligence requirement (PIR) requirements.

c. Confirms any changes to the company team and company task or

purpose.

d. Confirms any changes to the scheme of maneuver.

* 4. Company commander plans using troop-leading procedures.

a. Conducts analysis based on factors of mission, enemy, troops,

terrain, time and civil considerations (METT-TC).

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(1) Considers the enemy's capabilities, likely courses of action

(COAs), and specific weapons capabilities.

b. Conducts a map reconnaissance.

(1) Marks tentative dismount points on maps as appropriate.

(2) Marks rally points that are easily identifiable.

(3) Identifies likely enemy avenues of approach.

(4) Identifies routes to and from the rally points.

(5) Identifies infiltration and or exfiltration routes.

c. Plans and coordinates indirect fire support and or close air

support, if available.

d. Identifies direct fire responsibilities.

e. Plans the integration of direct and indirect fires in accordance with

(IAW) higher headquarters’ fire support plan.

f. Plans and coordinates combat service support (CSS).

g. Coordinates and synchronizes activities within each battlefield

operating system (BOS).

h. Organizes the company to facilitate control of the infiltration and

or exfiltration.

(1) Decides whether to move the entire company together

through the company's lane or to assign each platoon a separate

infiltration or exfiltration lane.

i. Coordinates for passage of lines with forward or rear unit, if

necessary.

j. Coordinates with flank units, if necessary.

k. Establishes control measures.

l. Addresses actions on chance contact with the enemy.

m. Selects and or designates methods of communications.

(1) Determines signals to minimize radio traffic.

* 5. Company commander employs patrols to find routes, gaps, and

weaknesses in enemy positions.

a. Selects routes that avoid areas occupied or covered by enemy

elements.

b. Ensures routes provide cover and concealment.

c. Verifies and updates intelligence information.

d. Returns to company position.

* 6. Company commander assigns lanes and release points (RP) to

subordinate elements.

* 7. Company commander disseminates overlays, and other pertinent

information to each platoon to keep them abreast of the situation.

* 8. Company commander issues orders and instructions to include rules of

engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

a. Issues clear and concise taskings to platoons and or elements.

9. Company conducts a rehearsal.

a. Tailors each dismounted soldier's load to the minimum required for

the operation.

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* 10. Company commander issues fragmentary orders (FRAGOs), as

necessary, to address changes to the plan identified during the rehearsal.

* 11. Company commander coordinates and or synchronizes actions of

subordinate elements.

* 12. Company commander uses fragmentary orders (FRAGOs) as

necessary to redirect actions of subordinate elements.

13. Company INFILTRATES.

a. Conducts forward passage of lines.

b. Maintains communications during movement.

c. Separates into infiltrating elements at designated rally points.

d. Takes advantage of gaps and weaknesses in enemy positions, as

well as limited visibility, bad weather, and broken terrain affording

cover and concealment.

e. Avoids enemy contact whenever possible.

Note: If contact is made, avoids becoming decisively engaged, breaks

contact, and continues movement to the rally point.

(1) Avoids enemy contact by halting and hiding.

f. Maintains dispersion and strict noise, light, and camouflage

discipline.

g. Infiltrates by entire company or by separate platoons as specified

during planning.

h. Uses battlefield noise (including artillery) to mask movement.

i. Engages the enemy as necessary, using support by fire and or

indirect fires.

14. Company elements conduct linkup at rally point, if necessary.

a. Conducts long-range recognition signals and or communications.

(1) Establishes communications before entering direct fire

weapon range.

(2) Authenticates correctly and or responds to challenges in

accordance with (IAW) the signal operating instructions (SOI), as

necessary.

(3) Confirms short-range recognition symbols.

b. Completes linkup, taking these actions.

(1) Conducts short-range recognition.

(2) Completes movement to rally point.

c. Establish local security at rally point.

15. Company conducts actions on the rally point.

a. Consolidates and reorganizes.

b. Secures enemy prisoners of war (EPW) as required.

c. Reports completion of linkup to the higher commander, using radio

or other tactical means.

d. Treats and evacuates casualties.

e. Secures and or processes captured documents and or equipment

as required.

16. Company continues operations as directed.

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17. Company sends updated situation reports (SITREP) to the higher

commander as necessary.

18. Company EXFILTRATES.

Note: Planning and performance steps for exfiltration generally mirror those

for infiltration. A rearward passage of lines would be conducted.

a. Consolidates and reorganizes as necessary.

b. Directs reconnaissance to find routes, gaps, and weaknesses in

enemy positions.

c. Secures enemy prisoners of war (EPW) as required.

d. Conducts movement to designated area following rearward

passage of lines.

e. Reports completion of exfiltration to higher commander, using other

tactical means.

f. Treats and evacuates casualties.

g. Processes captured documents and or equipment as required.

19. Company continues operations as directed.

TASK PERFORMANCE SUMMARY BLOCK

ITERATION

TOTAL

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES EVALUATED

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES “GO”

“*” indicates a leader task step.

SUPPORTING INDIVIDUAL TASKS: NONE

SUPPORTING COLLECTIVE TASKS

Task Title

Conduct a Passage of Lines as the Passing Unit (Infantry Company)

Conduct Tactical Movement (Infantry Company)

Take Action on Contact (Infantry Company)

Conduct a Route Reconnaissance (Infantry Company)

Report Tactical Information (Infantry Company)

Integrate Indirect Fire Support (Infantry Company)

Handle Enemy Prisoners of War (Infantry Company)

Process Captured Documents and Equipment (Infantry Company)

Treat and Evacuate Casualties (Infantry Company)

Conduct a Rehearsal (Infantry Company)

Conduct Consolidation and Reorganization (Infantry Company)

Conduct Risk Management (Infantry Company)

Conduct Troop-leading Procedures (Infantry Company)

Prepare for Combat (Infantry Company)

Maintain Operations Security (Infantry Company)

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TRAINING AND EVALUATION OUTLINE

TASK: Conduct Convoy Escort (Infantry Company)

(07-2-1279)

ITERATION:

(CIRCLE)

COMMANDER/LEADER ASSESSMENT:

T P U

(CIRCLE)

CONDITIONS: The company is conducting operations as part of a larger force and has

received an operation order (OPORD) or fragmentary order (FRAGO) to conduct convoy

escort at the location and time specified. All necessary personnel and equipment are

available. The company has communications with higher, adjacent, and subordinate

elements. The company has been provided guidance on the rules of engagement (ROE)

and or rules of interaction (ROI). Coalition forces and noncombatants may be present in

the operational environment. Some iterations of this task should be conducted during

limited visibility conditions.

TASK STANDARDS: The company conducts convoy escort in accordance with (IAW)

tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP), the order, and or higher commander's

guidance. The company completes necessary coordination with the escorted element. The

company positions itself as directed and provides protection as the advance guard, main

body, and rear guard of the convoy. During halts, the company maintains local security.

The company complies with the rules of engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction

(ROI).

TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

* 1. Company leaders gain and or maintain situational understanding using

information that is gathered from maps, intelligence summaries, situation

report (SITREPs), and other available information sources.

* 2. Company commander receives an operation order (OPORD) or

fragmentary order (FRAGO) and issues warning order (WARNO) to the

company using radio or other tactical means.

* 3. Company commander confirms friendly and enemy situations.

a. Receives an updated enemy situational template for added

fratricide prevention and increased force protection, if available.

* 4. Company commander plans using troop-leading procedures.

a. Conducts a map reconnaissance.

(1) Identifies likely enemy avenues of approach.

(2) Marks tentative dismount points on maps as appropriate.

b. Verifies time and location of linkup with the escorted element (if

linkup is required).

c. Determines chain of command/command relationship with escorted

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element.

d. Determines composition (number and type of vehicles) of the

convoy.

e. Determines order of march.

f. Determines primary and alternate routes of march.

g. Determines graphic control measures for primary and alternate

routes.

h. Determines availability of strip maps.

i. Determines location of company in relation to convoy (advanced

guard, main body, or rear guard).

j. Determines fire coordination measures.

k. Determines actions at halts (scheduled and unscheduled).

l. Determines actions on contact.

m. Determines actions in case of vehicle breakdown.

n. Determines actions for a break in column.

o. Determines actions in built up areas.

p. Determines riot control procedures.

q. Determines refugee control measures and convoy actions.

r. Determine actions at the delivery site.

s. Determines guidelines and procedures for negotiating with local

authorities if required.

t. Determines communications and signal information (visual).

u. Considers the enemy's capabilities, likely course of actions (COAs),

and specific weapons capabilities.

v. Organizes the company as necessary to accomplish the mission

and or compensate for combat losses.

(1) Designates advance guard, close-in protective group, and

rear guard.

w. Plans/coordinates combat service support (CSS).

* 5. Company commander briefs subordinate leaders on escort plan.

* 6. Company commander disseminates overlays, and other pertinent

information to each platoon to keep them abreast of the situation.

* 7. Company commander issues orders and instructions to include rules of

engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

a. Issues clear and concise taskings to platoons/elements.

8. Company conducts a rehearsal.

a. Directs company to conduct pre-combat checks and inspections.

* 9. Company commander issues fragmentary orders (FRAGOs), as

necessary, to address changes to the plan identified during the rehearsal.

10. Company conducts linkup with the convoy, if required.

Note: In some situations, linkup may occur before the company commander

conducts and or completes troop leading procedures.

a. Conducts tactical movement to linkup point.

b. Uses far and near recognition signals as appropriate.

c. Occupies covered and concealed position at the linkup site.

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d. Coordinates with the escorted element to determine any changes to

or verify company tasks, convoy actions, and other details of the

escort mission.

e. Directs inspection of escorted vehicles, if time is available.

11. Company elements execute convoy escort.

a. Executes advanced guard.

Note: The advanced guard may be task organized with reconnaissance and

mobility assets and linguists as necessary.

(1) Reconnoiters and clears the convoy route.

(2) Uses most advantageous formation and movement technique

if not assigned.

(3) Uses covered and concealed routes if possible.

(4) Searches for signs of enemy activity such as ambushes and

obstacles.

(5) Identifies obstacles.

(6) Maintains proper weapons orientation to ensure 360 degree

security.

(7) Conducts actions on contact.

b. Executes close-in protection for main body.

(1) Remains oriented on the route.

(2) Uses most advantageous and or assigned formation and

movement technique.

(3) Uses covered and concealed routes.

(4) Covers all lateral and boundary routes.

(5) Maintains proper weapons orientation to ensure 360 degree

or flank security.

(6) Conducts actions on contact.

c. Executes rear guard.

Note: The rear guard serves as a reserve and will either move with the

convoy or be located at a staging area close enough to provide immediate

action against enemy forces.

(1) Reacts as directed against enemy forces.

(2) Provides security in the area behind the main body of the

vehicle column.

12. Company executes actions at halts, for any reason other than an

obstacle.

a. Moves off the route and takes up protected positions forward to the

rear and to the flanks (up to 100 meters beyond the convoy vehicles)

and orient weapons systems outwards.

b. Remains at REDCON-1.

c. Establishes dismounted local security.

(1) Once the convoy is reestablished in column, local security

elements (if used) return to their escort vehicles, if applicable,

and rejoins the column.

Note: When the order is given to move out, convoy vehicles reestablish

movement formation, leaving space for escort vehicles.

13. Company elements execute actions on contact.

Note: Portions of the convoy escort force, such as a mobile gun system

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(MGS) platoon or section, may be designated as a reaction force. The

reaction force is then directed to execute its "Be Prepared to Mission" by

the convoy commander.

a. Execute actions at an ambush.

(1) Lay down suppressive fires in the direction of the attack and

attempts to quickly clear the kill zone.

(2) Seek covered positions between the convoy and the enemy

and suppresses the enemy with the highest possible volume of

fire permitted by the rules of engagement (ROE) and or rules of

interaction (ROI).

(3) Push damaged/disabled vehicles off route or bypasses them.

(4) Send contact reports to higher headquarters as quickly as

possible using other radio or tactical means.

(5) Request support from the reaction force or other company

elements using radio or other tactical means as necessary.

(6) Request indirect fires to suppress/destroy the enemy (lifting

and shifting the fires when the platoon assaults) using radio or

other tactical means.

(7) Request smoke between the enemy and the convoy to

obscure the enemy's line of sight using radio or other tactical

means.

(8) Execute one of the following courses of action (COAs), once

the convoy is clear of the kill zone. (Action is based on the

composition of the escort and reaction forces, the commander's

intent, and the strength of the enemy force.)

(a) Continue to suppress the enemy as the rear guard and

or reaction force moves to provide support.

(b) Break contact and moves out of the kill zone.

Note: In most situations, escort vehicles, if applicable, will continue to

suppress the enemy or execute an assault. Contact should be broken only

with the approval of the higher commander.

14. Company advance guard conducts actions at a point type obstacle.

a. Identifies the obstacle.

b. Directs the convoy to make a short halt.

c. Moves to the flanks of the convoy and establishes and maintains

mounted and dismounted (360 degree) security.

d. Sends a contact report to the convoy commander using radio or

other tactical means.

(1) Recommends bypassing the obstacle.

(2) Recommends breaching the obstacle with assets on hand.

(a) Requests the breach force to come forward.

(3) Recommends requesting additional breaching assets.

e. Provides overwatch as the breach force comes forward, and recons

for a bypass.

15. Company reduces or bypasses the obstacle and maintains protection

for the convoy.

16. Company consolidates and reorganizes as necessary.

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a. Reports situational report (SITREP) to higher using radio or other

tactical means.

17. Company secures enemy prisoners of war (EPW) as required.

18. Company treats and evacuates casualties.

19. Company processes captured documents and or equipment as

required.

20. Company continues operations as directed.

TASK PERFORMANCE SUMMARY BLOCK

ITERATION

TOTAL

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES EVALUATED

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES “GO”

“*” indicates a leader task step.

SUPPORTING INDIVIDUAL TASKS: NONE

SUPPORTING COLLECTIVE TASKS

Task Title

Conduct Actions at Danger Areas (Company/Platoon)

Conduct Tactical Movement (Infantry Company)

Conduct Tactical Movement in a Built-up Area (Infantry Company)

Take Action on Contact (Antiarmor Company/Platoon)

Take Action on Contact (Infantry Company)

Report Tactical Information (Antiarmor Company/Platoon)

Report Tactical Information (Infantry Company)

Employ Fire Support (Antiarmor Company/Platoon)

Integrate Indirect Fire Support (Infantry Company)

Handle Enemy Prisoners of War (Antiarmor Company/Platoon)

Process Captured Documents and Equipment (Infantry Company)

Conduct a Rehearsal (Antiarmor Company/Platoon)

Conduct a Rehearsal (Infantry Company)

Conduct Consolidation and Reorganization (Antiarmor Company/Platoon)

Conduct Consolidation and Reorganization (Infantry Company)

Conduct Risk Management (Antiarmor Company/Platoon)

Conduct Risk Management (Infantry Company)

Conduct Troop-leading Procedures (Antiarmor Company/Platoon)

Conduct Troop-leading Procedures (Infantry Company)

Prepare for Combat (Antiarmor Company/Platoon)

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TRAINING AND EVALUATION OUTLINE

TASK: Conduct a Screen (Infantry Company)

(07-2-1171)

ITERATION:

(CIRCLE)

COMMANDER/LEADER ASSESSMENT:

T P U

(CIRCLE)

CONDITIONS: The company is conducting operations as part of a larger force and has

received an operation order (OPORD) or fragmentary order (FRAGO) to conduct a screen

mission at a specified location and time. All necessary personnel and equipment are

available. The initial screen line, lateral boundaries, and rear boundary or phase line are

established and provided by higher headquarters. The company has communications with

higher, adjacent, and subordinate elements. Indirect fire support and close air support

(CAS) are available. The company has been provided guidance on the rules of

engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI). Coalition forces and noncombatants

may be present in the operational environment. Some iterations of this task should be

conducted during limited visibility conditions.

TASK STANDARDS: The company conducts the screen in accordance with (IAW) tactical

standing operating procedures (TSOP), the order, and or commander's guidance. The

company allows no enemy ground element to pass through the screen undetected and

unreported. The company maintains continuous surveillance, detects all enemy activity in

the area of operations (AO), provides early warning to the screened unit, maintains contact

with the enemy, and reports any activity in the area of operations (AO). The company

maintains contact with the main body and any security forces operating on its flanks. The

company destroys or repels all enemy reconnaissance patrols using available systems and

support. The company impedes and harasses the enemy using available systems and

support. The company destroys enemy reconnaissance elements using available systems

and support. The company uses all available night and thermal observation devices and

electronic surveillance devices during limited visibility. The company complies with the

rules of engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

* 1. Company leaders gain and or maintain situational understanding using

information that is gathered from maps, intelligence summaries, situation

reports (SITREPs), and or other available information sources.

* 2. Company commander receives an operation order (OPORD) or

fragmentary order (FRAGO) and issues warning order (WARNO) to

subordinate elements using radio or other tactical means.

* 3. Company commander plans using troop-leading procedures.

a. Conducts analysis based on factors of mission, enemy, troops,

terrain, time and civil considerations (METT-TC).

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(1) Considers the enemy's capabilities, likely courses of action

(COAs), and specific weapons capabilities.

b. Conducts a map reconnaissance.

(1) Identifies screen trace, orientation, lateral and rear

boundaries, and named areas of interest (NAI).

(2) Identifies tentative observation post (OP) positions.

(3) Identifies likely enemy avenues of approach.

(4) Identifies route(s) to be taken to conduct the screen.

c. Identifies duration of the screen and time to be active.

d. Confirms location, disposition, and mission of force being screened.

e. Identifies requirements with flank units and the force being

screened.

f. Identifies requirements for additional maneuver, combat support

(CS), and combat service support (CSS) assets.

g. Plans the integration of direct and indirect fires in accordance with

(IAW) higher headquarters' fire support plan.

h. Identifies passage of lines requirements.

i. Identifies engagement criteria.

j. Identifies displacement and or disengagement criteria.

k. Confirms priorities.

l. Develops the screen plan.

(1) Prioritizes assigned tasks, as necessary.

(2) Task organizes company's organic and nonorganic elements

to best accomplish higher commander's intent.

(3) Designates mounted and or dismounted observation post

(OP) positions to cover named area of interests (NAIs) and

avenues of approach, as necessary.

(4) Plans use of sensor surveillance assets to augment

mounted/dismounted observation posts (Ops), as necessary.

(5) Develops reconnaissance plan in accordance with (IAW),

operation order (OPORD) or fragmentary order (FRAGO), rules

of engagement (ROE), and or commander's guidance.

(6) Develops movement plan based on the screen mission

technique.

(7) Conducts initial coordination with unit being screened for

possible passage of lines/battle hand over.

(8) Conducts coordination with flank units, as needed

(9) Designates technique of movement, formation, and speed to

the screen line.

* 4. Company commander disseminates overlays, and other pertinent

information to each crew to keep them abreast of the situation.

* 5. Company commander issues orders and instructions to include rules of

engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

a. Issues clear and concise taskings to platoons and or elements.

6. Company conducts a rehearsal.

* 7. Company commander or designated representative and

reconnaissance element conducts the reconnaissance based on factors of

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mission, enemy, troops, terrain, time and civilian considerations, (METT-

TC).

a. Conducts a passage of lines, if required.

b. Pinpoints the objective and or screen line.

c. Establishes security, if required.

d. Selects positions.

e. Verifies and updates intelligence information.

f. Leaves a surveillance team to observe positions.

g. Returns to company position.

8. Company moves to screen line.

a. Conducts battle hand over with protected force and or follow-on

screen force as required.

b. Reports screen establishment to higher headquarter's commander.

* 9. Company commander coordinates and or synchronizes actions of

subordinate elements.

* 10. Company commander uses fragmentary orders (FRAGOs) as

necessary to redirect actions of subordinate elements.

11. Company conducts screen.

a. Establishes observation posts (Ops) along or slightly forward of the

initial screen line as dictated by terrain.

b. Allows no enemy ground element to pass through the screen

undetected and unreported.

c. Maintains continuous surveillance of enemy elements in the area of

operations (AO).

d. Detects all enemy activity in the area of operations (AO).

e. Provides early warning to the screened unit.

f. Maintains contact with the enemy, once contact is made.

g. Reports any activity in the area of operations (AO).

h. Maintains contact with the main body and any security forces

opposite its flanks.

i. Destroys or repels all enemy reconnaissance patrols using available

systems and support.

j. Impedes and harasses the enemy using available systems and

support.

k. Destroys enemy reconnaissance elements using available systems

and support.

l. Moves to keep pace with the main body, of the screened force, by

moving or displacing observation posts (Ops) or moving tactically at a

designated interval from the main body. (If a moving screen is being

executed.)

m. Guides higher headquarters reaction forces, if designated.

n. Conducts patrols between observation posts (Ops) and in areas

that cannot be observed, as the situation permits.

o. Withdraws to the subsequent screen line on order.

p. Uses all available night and thermal observation devices and

electronic surveillance devices during limited visibility.

q. Complies with rules of engagement (ROE) and or rules of

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interaction (ROI).

12. Upon completion of the screen mission, the company completes the

following as necessary.

a. Consolidates and reorganizes as necessary.

b. Secures enemy prisoners of war (EPW) as required.

c. Treats and evacuates casualties.

d. Processes captured documents and or equipment as required.

e. Continues operations as directed.

TASK PERFORMANCE SUMMARY BLOCK

ITERATION

TOTAL

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES EVALUATED

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES “GO”

“*” indicates a leader task step.

SUPPORTING INDIVIDUAL TASKS: NONE

SUPPORTING COLLECTIVE TASKS

Task Title

Conduct Tactical Movement (Infantry Company)

Conduct Risk Management (Infantry Company)

Conduct Troop-leading Procedures (Infantry Company)

Prepare for Combat (Infantry Company)

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TRAINING AND EVALUATION OUTLINE

TASK: Conduct Operations during Limited Visibility (Infantry Company) (07-2-1306-A)

ITERATION:

(Circle)

COMMANDER/LEADER ASSESSMENT: T P U

(Circle)

CONDITIONS: The company is conducting operations as part of a larger force and has

received an operation order (OPORD) or fragmentary order (FRAGO) to conduct a mission

during limited visibility conditions. The company has communications with higher, adjacent,

and subordinate elements. The company has been provided guidance on the rules of

engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI). Coalition forces and noncombatants

may be present in the operational environment.

TASK STANDARDS: The company conducts the mission in accordance with (IAW) tactical

standing operating procedures (TSOP), the order, and or commander's intent and

guidance. The company plans for and uses all available devises used to enhance vision

during limited visibility and surveillance devices in the unit. The company meets the

standards of the task being conducted (i.e. raid, attack, ambush). The company complies

with the rules of engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

Note: Any company task may be executed during limited visibility

conditions. The following outline covers planning for the execution of

operations during limited visibility. The training and evaluation outline

(T&EO) for the assigned mission (Conduct a Raid, Conduct an Ambush,

and so forth) should be used in conjunction with this outline.

* 1. Company commander gains and or maintains situational understanding

using information that is gathered from maps, intelligence summaries,

situation reports (SITREPs), and or other available information sources.

*2. Company commander plans for operations during limited visibility.

a. Considers light and terrain when identifying weapons positions.

b. Requests updated weather information from higher. (includes light

conditions).

c. Considers reduced light levels when developing graphics and

sketches.

d. Identifies and or coordinates for surveillance devices needed for

the mission.

e. Considers all possible situations when planning for the use of

surveillance devices such as deteriorating weather, disorientation,

loss of depth perception, and equipment failure.

f. Develops a plan.

(1) Integrates the use surveillance devices to obtain the best

coverage of the area of operations and to make best use of the

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abilities of the various devices

(2) Is simple yet maintains the necessary level of detail.

(3) Takes advantage of the greatest use of available daylight for

reconnaissance.

(4) Considers the employment of cover or concealment.

g. Develops tactical control procedures.

(1) Enforces standard operating procedures (SOP) for friendly

identification. (Includes radio along with other established

audible and visual signals).

(2) Reduces the rate of movement and enforces closer intervals

so visual contact between company members can be

maintained.

(3) Uses guides to assist navigation when possible.

(4) Uses low-light sources to mark boundaries.

(5) Uses landmarks to maintain direction.

(6) Uses preplanned indirect fire targets to help determine

location and direction.

*3. Company commander or designated representative briefs the following

as a minimum.

a. Briefs weather including sunset, moon rise, moon set, percent

moon available, ambient light level, and effect of cloud coverage on

ambient light levels. (Weather forecasts should cover from one hour

before mission begins).

b. Briefs visibility restrictions such as smoke, haze, or fog.

c. Briefs formations.

d. Briefs possible hazard and obstructions located in the area of

operations.

e. Briefs mission to be performed.

f. Briefs vehicle and or equipment preparation.

g. Briefs communications (predetermined audio or visual signals).

h. Briefs signal(s) for formation changes.

i. Briefs equipment recovery plans.

j. Briefs emergency procedures such as equipment breakdowns.

k. Briefs fire support.

l. Briefs medical evacuation

m. Briefs safety concerns.

*4. Leaders enforce dark adaptation procedures in accordance with (IAW)

the tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP).

5. Company conducts assigned mission during limited visibility conditions.

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TRAINING AND EVALUATION OUTLINE

TASK: Conduct Patrol Operations (Infantry Company)

(07-2-1315)

ITERATION:

(Circle)

COMMANDER/LEADER ASSESSMENT: T P U

(Circle)

CONDITIONS: The company is conducting operations as part of a larger force and has

received an operation order (OPORD) or fragmentary order (FRAGO) to conduct a patrol.

The purpose of the patrol is specified by higher headquarters. All necessary personnel and

equipment are available. The company has communications with higher, adjacent, and

subordinate elements. The company has been provided guidance on the rules of

engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI). Coalition forces and noncombatants

may be present in the operational environment. Some iterations of this task should be

conducted during limited visibility conditions.

TASK STANDARDS: The company conducts patrol operations in accordance with (IAW)

tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP), the order, and or higher commander's

guidance. The company commander determines the purpose of the patrol. The company

accomplishes the stated purpose of the patrol. The company maintains all-around security.

The company complies with the rules of engagement ROE and or rules of interaction

(ROI).

TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

* 1. Company leaders gain and or maintain situational understanding using

information that is gathered from maps, intelligence summaries, situation

reports (SITREPs), and other available information sources

* 2. Company commander receives an operation order (OPORD) or

fragmentary order (FRAGO) and issues warning order (WARNO) to the

company using radio or other tactical means.

* 3. Company commander confirms friendly and enemy situations.

a. Receives an updated report showing the location of forward and

adjacent friendly elements, if applicable.

b. Receives an updated enemy situational template for added

fratricide prevention and increased force protection, if applicable.

c. Clarifies priority intelligence requirement (PIR) requirements.

d. Confirms any changes to the company team and platoon task or

purpose.

e. Confirms any changes to the scheme of maneuver.

* 4. Company commander plans using troop-leading procedures.

a. Conducts analysis based on factors of mission, enemy, troops,

terrain, time and civil considerations (METT-TC).

(1) Considers the enemy's capabilities, likely courses of action

(COAs), and specific weapons capabilities.

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b. Conducts a map reconnaissance.

(1) Marks objective rally point (ORP), if used.

(2) Marks rally points.

(3) Marks tentative security, support by fire, and assault

positions, if applicable.

(4) Marks routes to and from the objective rally (ORP) and

objective.

(5) Identifies likely enemy avenues of approach.

(6) Marks tentative dismount points on maps as appropriate.

c. Determines purpose of patrol.

(1) Ambush.

(2) Raid.

(3) Security.

(4) Gain information.

(5) Confirm or disprove the accuracy of information previously

gained.

d. Plans for special equipment requirements.

e. Coordinates with adjacent units, as required.

f. Plans indirect fire support and or close air support, if available.

g. Identifies direct fire responsibilities.

h. Plans the integration of direct and indirect fires in accordance with

(IAW) higher headquarters’ fire support plan.

i. Plans security for the company:

(1) At points along the route.

(2) At danger areas.

(3) At objective rally point (ORP).

(4) Along enemy avenues of approach into the objective.

j. Organizes the company as necessary to accomplish the mission

and or compensate for combat losses.

k. Briefs company leaders on the specifics of the patrol.

l. Assigns additional tasks, as required.

(1) Demolitions.

(2) Search of enemy killed and or captured.

(3) Guarding of enemy prisoners of war (EPWs).

(4) Treatment and evacuation (litter teams) of friendly

casualties.

(5) Other, as required.

m. Determines who will control any attachments of skilled personnel

or special equipment.

n. Coordinates passage of lines, if required.

o. Coordinates and synchronizes activities within each battlefield

operating system (BOS).

p. Addresses actions on chance contact with the enemy.

* 5. Company commander disseminates overlays, and other pertinent

information to each platoon to keep them abreast of the situation.

* 6. Company commander issues orders and instructions to include rule of

engagement ROE and or rules of interaction (ROI).

a. Issues clear and concise taskings to platoons and or elements.

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7. Company conducts rehearsal.

8. Company departs for the objective rally point (ORP), if used.

a. Departs from vehicles and or friendly positions in accordance

with (IAW) the plan.

b. Conducts passage of lines, if required.

c. Conducts tactical movement to objective rally point (ORP)

based on factors of mission, enemy, troops, terrain, time and civil

considerations (METT-TC).

(1) Uses appropriate formations and techniques.

(2) Conducts continuous surveillance and maintains 360

degree security during movement.

(3) Maintains continuous communications (signal, or radio).

(4) Establish security at the objective rally point (ORP).

d. Conducts leader’s reconnaissance of the objective, if required.

(1) Designates a release point half way between the

Objective rally point (ORP) and the objective where platoons

and fire teams separate to move to their assigned positions.

(2) Confirms the location of the objective.

(3) Determines if the objective is suitable for the ambush or

raid, if purpose of patrol is an ambush or raid.

(4) Selects/confirms the type of formation to be used, if

purpose of patrol is an ambush.

(5) Analyze the terrain to determine where he can place

mines or claymore(s) to cover dead space, if purpose of

patrol is an ambush.

(6) Confirms/validates the plan.

(7) Does not cross the objective, if the objective will be the kill

zone.

(8) Selects assault, support, and security positions and

routes from them back to the objective rally point (ORP), if

purpose of patrol is an ambush.

(9) Posts the surveillance team.

(10) Identifies all required enemy activity based on priority

intelligence requirements (PIR).

(11) Sends timely, accurate reports as required using the

size, activity, location, unit, time, and equipment (SALUTE)

format.

e. Reconnaissance element returns to the objective rally point

(ORP).

* 9. Company commander coordinates/synchronizes actions of subordinate

elements.

* 10. Company commander uses fragmentary order (FRAGOs) as

necessary to redirect actions of subordinate elements.

11. Company accomplishes the purpose of the patrol.

a. Conducts an ambush or raid. (See task "Conduct an Ambush" or

"Conduct a Raid)

(1) Company moves tactically to assault, support, and security

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positions as required.

(2) Destroys or captures enemy soldiers or equipment in

accordance with (IAW) the order and commander's intent.

(3) Destroys installations, facilities, or key points in accordance

with (IAW) the order and commander's intent.

(4) Harasses enemy forces in accordance with (IAW) the order

and commander's intent.

b. Conducts reconnaissance. (See task "Conduct an Area or Zone

Reconnaissance" or "Conduct a Route Reconnaissance".)

(1) Collects all critical information in accordance with (IAW) order

and or commander's guidance.

(2) Confirms or disproves the accuracy of information previously

gained.

12. Company consolidates and reorganizes as necessary.

13. Company secures enemy prisoners of war (EPW) as required.

14. Company treats and evacuates casualties.

* 15. Company commander completes the patrol report.

a. Conducts an after action review (AAR).

(1) Debriefs patrol members.

(2) Compiles reconnaissance information.

b. Prepares patrol report.

c. Reviews patrol report with patrol members for accuracy and

completeness.

d. Submits completed patrol report to higher headquarters.

16. Company processes captured documents and or equipment as

required.

17. Company continues operations as directed.

TASK PERFORMANCE SUMMARY BLOCK

ITERATION

TOTAL

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES EVALUATED

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES “GO”

“*” indicates a leader task step.

SUPPORTING INDIVIDUAL TASKS: NONE

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SUPPORTING COLLECTIVE TASKS

Task Title

Conduct an Ambush (Infantry Company)

Conduct Tactical Movement (Infantry Company)

Report Tactical Information (Infantry Company)

Integrate Direct Fires (Infantry Company)

Integrate Indirect Fire Support (Infantry Company)

Handle Enemy Prisoners of War (Infantry Company)

Process Captured Documents and Equipment (Infantry Company)

Treat and Evacuate Casualties (Antiarmor/Infantry Company)

Conduct a Rehearsal (Infantry Company) army training and evaluation program (ARTEP)

Conduct Consolidation and Reorganization (Infantry Company)

Conduct Risk Management (Infantry Company)

Conduct Troop-leading Procedures (Infantry Company)

Prepare for Combat (Infantry Company)

Maintain Operations Security (Infantry Company)

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TRAINING AND EVALUATION OUTLINE

TASK: Conduct Tactical Movement (Infantry Company)

(07-2-1342)

ITERATION:

(Circle)

COMMANDER/LEADER ASSESSMENT: T P U

(Circle)

CONDITIONS: The company is conducting operations as part of a larger force and has

received an operation order (OPORD) or fragmentary order (FRAGO) to conduct a mission

at the location and time specified. The company must move tactically to prevent the enemy

from detecting its activities or intent. All necessary personnel and equipment are available.

The company has communications with higher, adjacent, and subordinate elements. The

company has been provided guidance on the rules of engagement (ROE) and or rules of

interaction (ROI). Coalition forces and noncombatants may be present in the operational

environment. Some iterations of this task should be conducted during limited visibility

conditions

TASK STANDARDS: The company conducts tactical movement in accordance with (IAW)

tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP), the order, commander's guidance, and or

the appropriate field manual. The company moves using the route or axis of advance,

formations, and techniques of movement as specified or as dictated by factors of mission,

enemy, terrain, troops, time and civil considerations (METT-TC). The company maintains

the appropriate interval and all around security during movement. The company complies

with the rules of engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

* 1. Company leaders gain and or maintain situational understanding using

information that is gathered from maps, intelligence summaries, situation

reports (SITREPs), and or other available information sources.

* 2. Company commander receives an operation order (OPORD) or

fragmentary order (FRAGO) and issues warning order (WARNO) to the

company using radio or other tactical means.

* 3. Company commander plans using troop-leading procedures.

a. Conducts analysis based on factors of mission, enemy, troops,

terrain, time and civil considerations (METT-TC).

(1) Considers the enemy's capabilities, likely courses of action

(COAs), and specific weapons capabilities.

b. Conducts a map reconnaissance.

(1) Identifies routes that provide protection from direct and

indirect fires.

(a) Offers concealment from ground and air

(b) Avoids skylining.

(d) Avoids danger areas and potential kill zones.

(e) Avoids obvious enemy avenues of approach.

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(2) Identifies coordination points, passage points, and

boundaries.

(3) Identifies adjacent units.

(4) Identifies potential danger areas.

(5) Plots waypoints on easily recognizable terrain and on

significant turns on the route for ease in navigation.

(6) Marks tentative dismount points on maps as appropriate.

c. Develops control measures.

(1) Develops limited visibility marking to aid in command and

control at night.

(2) Develops graphics, if not assigned by higher headquarters.

(3) Designates guides, if possible.

(4) Plans to use night vision devices and thermal devices, if

available.

d. Develops a movement plan.

(1) Selects a tentative formation based on factors of mission,

enemy, troops, terrain, time, and civil considerations (METT-TC).

(Mounted and or dismounted)

(2) Coordinates formation with other elements moving in the

main body formation, if using a different formation than the

remainder of the higher headquarters.

(3) Selects the tentative movement technique based on factors

of mission, enemy, troops, terrain, time and civil considerations

(METT-TC).

e. Plans the use of dismounted infantry, if mounted, when any of the

following conditions apply:

(1) Detailed reconnaissance is required.

(2) Stealth is required.

(3) Enemy contact is expected or visual contact has been made.

(4) Vehicle movement is restricted by terrain.

(5) Time is not limited.

(6) Security is the primary concern.

f. Coordinates linkup with vehicles, if dismounted.

g. Integrates indirect fire support for mounted and dismounted tactical

movement.

h. Identifies direct fire responsibilities.

i. Organizes the company as necessary to accomplish the mission

and or compensate for combat losses.

j. Develops a security plan.

(1) Assigns each platoon a sector of responsibility. (They are

responsible for their sector during movement and at the halt.)

k. Coordinates passage of lines as necessary.

l. Addresses actions on chance contact with the enemy.

* 4. Company commander disseminates overlays, and other pertinent

information to each squad to keep them abreast of the situation.

* 5. Company commander briefs the movement plan.

a. Specifies conditions under which the company will change

movement techniques and or formations.

b. Designates bounding and overwatch elements based on mission,

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enemy, terrain, troops, time and civil considerations (METT-TC).

c. Briefs waypoints for checkpoints, boundaries, etc..

d. Briefs signals and or radio commands used for command and

control.

* 6. Company commander issues orders and instructions to include rules of

engagement ((ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

a. Issues clear and concise taskings to platoons/elements.

7. Company conducts a rehearsal.

* 8. Company commander and reconnaissance element conducts the

reconnaissance [based on mission, enemy, troops, terrain, time and civil

considerations (METT-TC).

*9. Company commander adjust the plan based on updated intelligence

and reconnaissance effort.

* 10. Company commander disseminates updated overlays, and other

pertinent information.

* 11. Company commander or designated representative initiates

movement to line of departure (LD).

a. Conducts passage of lines, if required.

* 12. Company commander coordinates/synchronizes actions of

subordinate elements.

* 13. Company commander uses fragmentary order (FRAGOs) as

necessary to redirect actions of subordinate elements.

14. Company moves using the following fundamentals:

a. Moves as squads and platoons.

b. Moves as fast as the situation allows.

c. Makes contact with the smallest element possible.

d. Positions weapons platoons, squads, or teams where they can

provide responsive fires in the event of enemy contact (i.e. mortars).

15. Company moves using the appropriate formation as designated by the

company commander.

a. Selects the formation that provides the proper control, security, and

speed.

b. Uses MOUNTED formations based on factors of mission, enemy,

troops, terrain, time and civil considerations (METT-TC).

(1) Column formation: Used when speed is critical, when the

company is moving through restricted terrain on a specific route,

or when enemy contact is not likely.

(2) Wedge formation: Used when contact is possible or the

enemy situation is unclear.

(3) Line formation: Used when assaulting a weakly defended

objective, crossing open areas, or in a support-by-fire position.

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(4) Echelon formation: Used to maintain security and or

observation of one flank when enemy contact is not likely.

(5) Coil formation: Used to provide all-round security and

observation when the company is stationary.

(6) Herringbone formation: Used to disperse the company when

traveling in column formation.

c. Uses DISMOUNTED formations based on factors of mission,

enemy, troops, terrain, time and civil considerations (METT-TC).

(1) Column formation: (Primary company movement formation.)

(2) Wedge formation: (Basic formation for the fire team.) Used

when the enemy situation is vague, but contact is NOT expected.

(3) Line formation: Used when the leader wants all soldiers

forward for maximum fire power and the enemy situation is

known.

(4) Vee formation: Used when the enemy situation is vague, but

contact IS expected from the front.

(5) File formation.

(a) Used when the terrain precludes use of the wedge.

(b) Used when visibility is poor.

(6) Echelon formation (right or left). Used if the situation is vague

and enemy contact to the front or on one flank is likely.

d. Adjusts formation during limited visibility to maintain visibility

between vehicles, individuals, teams, and squads, and to maintain the

rate of movement.

16. Company executes movement technique as directed by the company

commander.

a. Adjusts the movement technique to provide greater security, as the

probability of enemy contact increases.

b. Employs traveling technique as ordered.

(1) Assumes correct order of march as directed by the company

commander.

(2) Moves in a company column with 20 to 50 meters between

platoons.

Note: Distance between platoons depends on visibility afforded by terrain,

weather, and light.

(a) All platoons use traveling and maintain adequate

distance between squads and soldiers.

(3) Maintains visual contact between lead and trail elements.

(4) Maintains company integrity as much as possible and

organizes the formation for ease of deployment during the

upcoming mission.

(5) Sustain areas of responsibility for observation and fire to

ensure 360-degree security.

c. Employs traveling overwatch technique as ordered.

(1) Moves in a company column or wedge.

Note: Distance between platoons is not fixed.

(2) Positions a platoon as lead (bounding) and platoons as trail

(overwatch).

(a) Lead platoon moves continuously.

(b) Trailing platoons stay far enough behind the lead

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platoon to avoid fire directed at the lead platoon.

fire support or maneuver when the lead platoon makes

contact.

(d) Trailing platoons halt periodically at advantageous

vantage points to provide overwatch and or base of fire for

the lead platoon.

(3) Individual vehicles use terrain driving techniques to reduce

exposure.

(4) Maintains command and control of the platoons using hand

and arm signals or radio communications as the terrain allows.

(5) Maintains 360 degree security.

d. Employs bounding overwatch technique as ordered.

Note: The Company commander designates the initial bounding and initial

overwatch platoons and specifies either the alternate or successive

bounding method.

(1) Employs alternate bounds.

(a) Trailing platoon advances PAST the lead platoon to the

next overwatch position. (This method is usually more rapid

than successive bounds.)

(b) Repeats sequence of bounding past each other until the

company halts, the movement technique is changed, or the

company transitions to maneuver by conducting actions on

contact.

(2) Employs successive bounds.

(a) Trailing platoon moves to an overwatch position that is

approximately ABREAST of the lead platoon. (This method

is easier to control and more secure than alternate

bounding, but it is slower.)

(b) Repeats sequence of bounding abreast each other until

the company halts, the movement technique is changed, or

the company transitions to maneuver on contact.

* 17. Company commander positions himself where he can best control and

execute the desired formation.

18. Company maintains formation with correct interval, speed, and or lateral

Dispersion in accordance with (IAW) commander's guidance or tactical

standing operating procedures (TSOP).

19. Company orients weapons/weapon systems to provide security and

maximize firepower as necessary.

20. Company moves undetected to the designated point specified in the

operation order (OPORD).

21. Company consolidates and reorganizes as necessary during and or

after movement.

22. Company secures enemy prisoners of war (EPW) as required.

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23. Company treats and evacuates casualties as appropriate.

24. Company processes captured documents and or equipment as

required.

25. Company continues operations as directed.

TASK PERFORMANCE SUMMARY BLOCK

ITERATION

TOTAL

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES EVALUATED

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES “GO”

“*” indicates a leader task step.

SUPPORTING INDIVIDUAL TASKS: NONE

SUPPORTING COLLECTIVE TASKS

Task Title

Report Tactical Information (Infantry Company)

Conduct Overwatch and or Support by Fire (Infantry Company)

Integrate Direct Fires (Infantry Company)

Integrate Indirect Fire Support (Infantry Company)

Conduct a Rehearsal (Infantry Company)

Conduct Risk Management (Infantry Company)

Conduct Troop-leading Procedures (Infantry Company)

Prepare for Combat (Infantry Company)

Maintain Operations Security (Infantry Company)

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TRAINING AND EVALUATION OUTLINE

TASK: Conduct Tactical Movement in a Built-up Area (Infantry Company) (07-2-1351)

ITERATION:

(Circle)

COMMANDER/LEADER ASSESSMENT: T P U

(Circle)

CONDITIONS: The company is conducting operations as part of a larger force and has

received an operation order (OPORD) or fragmentary order (FRAGO) to conduct a mission

in a built-up area at the location and time specified. All necessary personnel and equipment

are available. The company has communications with higher, adjacent, and subordinate

elements. The company has been provided guidance on the rules of engagement (ROE)

and or rules of interaction (ROI). Coalition forces and noncombatants may be present in

the operational environment. Some iterations of this task should be conducted during

limited visibility conditions.

TASK STANDARDS: The company conducts tactical movement on in a built-up area in

accordance with (IAW) tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP), the order, higher

commander's guidance, and or platoon leaders direction. The company moves on the

specified route using the appropriate formation and technique and arrives at the specified

destination at the designated time. The company complies with the rules of engagement

(ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

* 1. Company leaders gain and or maintain situational understanding using

information that is gathered from maps, intelligence summaries, situation

reports (SITREPs), and or other available information sources.

* 2. Company commander receives an operation order (OPORD) or

fragmentary order (FRAGO) and issues warning order (WARNO) to the

company using radio or other tactical means.

* 3. Company commander confirms friendly and enemy situations.

a. Receives an updated report showing the location of forward and

adjacent friendly elements, if applicable.

b. Receives an updated enemy situational template for added

fratricide prevention and increased force protection, if applicable.

c. Confirms any changes to the company team and company task or

purpose.

d. Confirms any changes to the scheme of maneuver.

* 4. Company commander plans using troop-leading procedures.

a. Conducts a map reconnaissance.

(1) Selects a route, if one is not provided by higher headquarters.

(2) Considers routes for dismounted elements that:

(a) Provides cover and concealment from ground and air

observation and fires.

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(b) Avoids sky lining.

(d) Avoids open areas and potential kill zones.

(e) Avoids obvious avenues of approach.

(f) Do not mask friendly suppressive fires.

(g) Allows infiltration as a maneuver to place small teams

into position.

(3) Consider routes for mounted elements that:

(a) Provides cover and concealment from ground and air

observation and fires.

(b) Avoids sky lining.

(d) Avoids open areas and potential kill zones.

(e) Avoids obvious avenues of approach.

(f) Do not mask friendly suppressive fires.

b. Identifies direct fire responsibilities.

c. Plans the integration of direct and indirect fires in accordance with

(IAW) higher headquarters' fire support plan.

(1) Includes smoke to cover movement, if necessary.

d. Develops control measures.

(1) Identifies and marks phase lines on the near side of streets.

(2) Uses numbering and or lettering systems for buildings.

(3) Identifies and marks no-fire areas.

e. Coordinates and synchronizes activities within each battlefield

operating system (BOS).

f. Organizes the company as necessary to accomplish the mission

and or compensate for combat losses.

g. Designates the movement technique to be used based on factors of

mission, enemy, troops, terrain, time and civil considerations

(METT-TC).

(1) Traveling when enemy contact is not likely.

(2) Traveling overwatch when enemy contact is likely.

(3) Bounding overwatch when enemy contact is expected.

Note: Normally, movement in a built-up area will be conducted dismounted

or with dismounted elements in the lead.

h. Designates the movement element and the overwatch element.

(May be performed by commander or designated representative.)

i. Addresses actions on chance contact with the enemy.

* 5. Company commander disseminates overlays, and other pertinent

information to each element to keep them abreast of the situation.

* 6. Company commander issues orders and instructions to include rules of

engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

a. Issues clear and concise taskings to platoons and or elements.

* 7. Company commander or designated representative prepares

DISMOUNTED elements for tactical movement in a built-up area.

a. Reduces the overall load of dismounted elements, if possible, due

to the extreme physical requirements of the urban battlefield.

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8. Company conducts a rehearsal.

* 9. Company commander issues a fragmentary order (FRAGO), as

necessary, to address changes to the plan identified during the rehearsal.

* 10. Company commander or designated representative and

reconnaissance element conducts reconnaissance of the route, if time

allows.

11. Company moves using the following guidelines.

a. Moves only after defenders' fires have been suppressed or

obscured, if applicable.

b. Moves at night or during other periods of reduced visibility using

night vision devices (NVDs).

c. Moves using concealment of smoke provided by supporting

vehicles or assets.

* 12. Company commander uses fragmentary orders (FRAGOs) as

necessary to redirect actions of subordinate elements.

* 13. Company commander or designated representative directs

DISMOUNTED movement in a built-up area.

a. Reduces the overall load of dismounted elements, if possible, due

to the extreme physical requirements of the urban battlefield.

b. Ensures elements move on rooftops not covered by enemy direct

fires.

c. Ensures elements move on covered and concealed route(s),

whenever possible.

d. Ensures elements move along underground passages, through or

behind buildings, and along walls.

e. Ensures elements move in the streets, alleys, and other danger

areas only when required by the situation.

(1) Elements move in single file along the side of the street,

staying close to the buildings without "hugging" walls.

(2) Elements move quickly and members remain dispersed.

(3) Each soldier is assigned an area to observe so that there is

observation in 360 degrees and in all dimensions.

(4) Elements use smoke, rubble, and debris for cover and

concealment.

f. Ensures subordinate leaders rotate elements, during movement, as

necessary.

g. Ensures company moves as two elements (movement element and

overwatch element):

(1) Moves forward; reconnoiters danger areas; and closes with

the enemy. (The movement element, if terrain is open as in a

wide street.)

(2) Moves behind the lead element and secures the flanks and

rear. [The overwatch element (the rest of the company and

supporting weapons).]

Note: Elements moving by themselves or infiltrating may not have support

elements.

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h. Ensures elements cross urban danger areas using cover,

concealment, speed, and overwatch.

Note: An element normally crosses as a dispersed group at the same time,

but factors of mission, enemy, troops, terrain, time and civil considerations

(METT-TC) may cause the element leader to decide to cross in buddy

teams or individually.

i. Ensures elements maintain all-around security.

(1) Clears buildings as necessary to continue movement.

(2) Identifies, reports, marks, and bypasses enemy obstacles,

mines, and booby traps.

* 14. Company commander or designated representative directs

MOUNTED movement in a built-up area.

a. Ensures elements maintain close and continuous communications

and or coordination with dismounted element leaders.

b. Ensures mounted elements follow dismounted elements that:

(1) Act as guides during limited visibility.

(2) Find, mark, breach, or find a bypass around antiarmor

obstacles.

(3) Detect, suppress, or destroy enemy antiarmor positions.

(4) Designate targets for armored vehicles.

(5) Protect armored vehicles in close terrain.

c. Ensures mounted elements provide overwatch and fire support to

dismounted elements.

15. Company consolidates and reorganizes as necessary.

16. Company secures enemy prisoners of war (EPW) as required.

17. Company treats and evacuates casualties as necessary.

18. Company processes captured documents and or equipment as

required.

*19. Company commander reports to higher headquarters as required

using radio or other tactical means.

20. Company arrives at the specified location at the specified time.

21. Company continues operations as directed.

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TASK PERFORMANCE SUMMARY BLOCK

ITERATION

TOTAL

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES EVALUATED

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES “GO”

“*” indicates a leader task step.

SUPPORTING INDIVIDUAL TASKS: NONE

SUPPORTING COLLECTIVE TASKS

Task Title

Conduct a Route Reconnaissance (Infantry Company)

Reconnoiter a Built-up Area (Infantry Company)

Report Tactical Information (Infantry Company)

Integrate Indirect Fire Support (Infantry Company)

Handle Enemy Prisoners of War (Infantry Company)

Process Captured Documents and Equipment (Infantry Company)

Treat and Evacuate Casualties (Antiarmor/Infantry Company)

Conduct a Rehearsal (Infantry Company)

Conduct Risk Management (Infantry Company)

Conduct Troop-leading Procedures (Infantry Company)

Prepare for Combat (Infantry Company)

Maintain Operations Security (Infantry Company)

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TRAINING AND EVALUATION OUTLINE

TASK: Control Civil Disturbance Operations (Antiarmor/Infantry Company) (07-2-1360)

ITERATION:

(Circle)

COMMANDER/LEADER ASSESSMENT: T P U

(Circle)

CONDITIONS: The company is conducting operations as part of a larger force and has

received an operation order (OPORD) or fragmentary order (FRAGO) to react to a civil

disturbance in the area of operations. All necessary personnel and equipment are

available. The company has communications with higher, adjacent, and subordinate

elements. The company has been provided guidance on the rules of engagement (ROE)

and or rules of interaction (ROI). Coalition forces and noncombatants may be present in

the operational environment. Some iterations of this task should be conducted during

limited visibility conditions

TASK STANDARDS: The company conducts civil disturbance operations in accordance

with (IAW) tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP), the order, and or higher

commander's guidance. The company commander designates a quick reaction force

(QRF). The company disperses, contains, or blocks the crowd using the minimum level of

force necessary to control the situation. The company apprehends and detains leaders of

the civil disturbance and other law violators, as the situation dictates. The company

complies with the rules of engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

* 1. Company leaders gain and or maintain situational understanding using

information that is gathered from maps, intelligence summaries, situation

reports (SITREPs), and or other available information sources.

* 2. Company commander plans using troop leading procedures.

a. Coordinates for all relevant information surrounding the

disturbance.

Note: The platoon leader's information requirements may include: previous

civil disturbances and how they were handled, potential flash points (words

or actions that will increase tension), key persons, potential weapons,

numbers of personnel involved, tactics employed by similar crowds, crowd's

issues and objectives.

b. Determines specific constraints on use of force (for example, rules

of engagement (ROE), or rules of interaction (ROI), mission

instructions).

c. Conducts risk assessment for mission and force, (for example,

estimated size of crowd, suspected weapons, extent of local support

that crowd may have in comparison to unit capabilities).

d. Determines commander's critical information requirements (CCIR)

and own intelligence priorities.

e. Issues warning order to platoons and or company support sections

and attached elements (for example combat camera teams,

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Psychological Operations (PSYOP) team, Military Working Dog

(MWD).

f. Describes the rules of engagement (ROE) and policy on use of force

to unit personnel.

g. Ensures clear understanding of procedures to process captured

equipment, weapons and or detainees.

3. Company headquarters determines external support requirements.

a. Coordinates for police assistance in apprehension and or detention

of civilian personnel.

b. Coordinates for disposition of evidence.

c. Coordinates for support such as interpreters, special reaction team

(SRT), hostage negotiators, Military Working Dogs (MWD) teams,

Psychological Operations teams, Civil Affairs teams, Host Nations

support, combat camera teams, and Public Affairs Officer (PAO).

d. Coordinates for special equipment (e.g., bullhorns, face shields,

batons, and Class V [e.g., non -lethal munitions]).

* 4. Company commander coordinates with the kandak special reaction

team (SRT) commander. As a minimum the company commander

coordinates the following.

a. Confirms special reaction team (SRT) radio frequency (ies), call

sign(s), and recognition signals.

b. Identifies probable link-up points.

c. Confirms link-up procedures.

d. Confirms battle hand off procedures.

e. Confirms procedures for transfer of information.

* 5. Company commander briefs platoon leaders and soldiers on rule of

engagement (ROE) and or rule of interaction (ROI).

a. Reviews use of minimum force required to control the situation.

b. Identifies available non- lethal methods and capabilities.

c. States under what conditions deadly force is authorized.

d. States the importance of individual restraint and discipline in

dealing with crowds.

e. Reviews procedures for medical evacuation of AFGAN and other

personnel.

* 6. Company commander and first sergeant (1SG) conduct and or

supervise rehearsals.

a. Inspect soldiers with emphasis on civil disturbance equipment.

b. Verify leaders and soldiers understanding of rules of engagement

(ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

c. Verify that soldiers understand how to respond to "overmatch"

situations.

* 7. Company commander supervises the civil disturbance operation.

a. Employs crowd control formations..

(1) Employs line formation.

(2) Employs wedge formation.

(3) Employs echelon formation.

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(4) Employs circle formation.

(5) Employs diamond formation.

b. Directs apprehension of instigators and other leaders of the

disturbance as circumstances permit.

c. Maintains discipline among soldiers.

d. Apprehends leaders or instigators of the disturbance as the

situation permits.

e. Supervises and or directs use of weapons in accordance with (IAW)

rules of engagement (ROE).

f. Reacts to special threats (such as bombings, snipers, or hostage

situations).

g. Supervises the emplacement of barriers.

h. Controls actions of special teams’ psychological operation (PSYOP)

teams, public affairs officers (PAO) teams, civilian affairs (CA) teams,

military working dog (MWD) teams, combat camera teams and host

nation support).

i. Maintains communication with all elements to include the special

reaction team (SRT).

j. Provides timely, accurate situation reports (SITREPs) to higher

headquarters.

k. Maintains unit cohesion.

l. Monitors the situation to include indications of whether or not the

confrontation is escalating in terms of size or violence.

m. Determines when the unit is in danger of being overmatched by the

crowd.

Note: A unit is overmatched when it can no longer maintain control over the

situation due to the size or ferocity of the crowd or, the weapons being

used.

n. Calls for reinforcements.

o. Directs link up with special reaction team (SRT).

p. Employs the special reaction team (SRT) as part of the company

or, responds to orders of special reaction team (SRT) commander,

depending on decision of kandak commander.

8. Company consolidates and reorganizes.

a. Accounts for personnel and equipment.

b. Treats and evacuates causalities.

c. Reports in accordance with (IAW) orders and or tactical standing

operating procedures (TSOP).

9. Company secures detained persons as required.

10. Company secures captured documents and confiscated equipment or

weapons in accordance with (IAW) tactical standing operating procedures

(TSOP), order, and or guidance from higher headquarters.

11. Company continues operations as directed.

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TASK PERFORMANCE SUMMARY BLOCK

ITERATION

TOTAL

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES EVALUATED

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES “GO”

“*” indicates a leader task

SUPPORTING INDIVIDUAL TASKS: NONE

SUPPORTING COLLECTIVE TASKS

Task Title

Report Tactical Information (Antiarmor Company/Platoon)

Report Tactical Information (Infantry Company)

Process Captured Documents and Equipment (Infantry Company)

Secure Civilians During Operations (Antiarmor/Infantry Company)

Conduct a Rehearsal (Antiarmor Company/Platoon)

Conduct a Rehearsal (Infantry Company)

Conduct Consolidation and Reorganization (Antiarmor Company/Platoon)

Conduct Consolidation and Reorganization (Infantry Company)

Conduct Risk Management (Antiarmor Company/Platoon)

Conduct Risk Management (Infantry Company)

Conduct Troop-leading Procedures (Antiarmor Company/Platoon)

Conduct Troop-leading Procedures (Infantry Company)

Traverse a Built-up Area (Antiarmor/Infantry Company)

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TRAINING AND EVALUATION OUTLINE

TASK: Employ a Reserve Force (Infantry Company)

(07-2-1387)

ITERATION:

(Circle)

COMMANDER/LEADER ASSESSMENT:

T P U

(Circle)

CONDITIONS: The company is conducting operations as part of a larger force and has

received an operation order (OPORD) or fragmentary order (FRAGO) to defend. The order

requires the company commander to designate a reserve force. All necessary personnel

and equipment are available. The company has communications with higher, adjacent, and

subordinate elements. The company has been provided guidance on the rules of

engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI). Coalition forces and noncombatants

may be present in the operational environment. Some iterations of this task should be

conducted during limited visibility conditions

TASK STANDARDS: The company employs a reserve force in accordance with tactical

standing operating procedures (TSOP), the order, and or higher commander's guidance.

The company commander designates the reserve force, gives them a "be prepared"

mission, and commits the reserve at the decisive place and time. The company complies

with the rules of engagement (ROE) and or rules of Interaction (ROI)

TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

* 1. Company leaders gain and or maintain situational understanding using

information that is gathered from maps, intelligence summaries, situation

reports (SITREPs), and or other available information sources.

* 2. Company commander receives an operation order (OPORD) or

fragmentary order (FRAGO) and issues warning order (WARNO) to the

company using radio or other tactical means.

* 3. Company commander plans using troop-leading procedures.

a. Conducts analysis based on factors of mission, enemy, troops,

terrain, time and civil considerations (METT-TC).

b. Designates the main effort and supporting efforts.

c. Plans and coordinates indirect fire and or close air support, if

available.

d. Identifies direct fire responsibilities.

e. Plans and coordinates combat service support (CSS).

f. Organizes the company as necessary to accomplish the mission

and or compensate for combat losses.

g. Address actions on chance contact with the enemy.

h. Coordinates and synchronizes activities within each battlefield

operating system (BOS).

i. Considers enemy capabilities, likely courses of action (COAs), and

specific weapons capabilities.

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* 4. Company commander disseminates overlays, and other pertinent

information to each platoon to keep them abreast of the situation.

* 5. Company commander issues orders and instructions to include rules of

engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

a. Provides reserve priorities for planning.

Note: When the reserve does not include a platoon headquarters, the

executive officer (XO) or first sergeant (1SG) may be designated as the

reserve leader.

6. Company conducts a rehearsal.

* 7. Company commander issues a fragmentary order (FRAGO), as

necessary, to address changes to the plan identified during the rehearsal.

* 8. Company commander positions reserve force at a location where they

can execute their mission in the priority that they were directed for planning.

* 9. Company commander coordinates and or synchronizes actions of the

reserve force and other company elements.

*10. Company commander commits the reserve at the decisive place and

time to:

a. Exploit success.

b. Reinforce or maintain the momentum.

c. Deal with enemy counterattacks.

d. Provide security.

e. Preserve the commander's flexibility.

f. Conduct counterattack.

Note: When the reserve conducts the counterattack, it normally becomes

the main effort and is given priority of fires.

* 11. Company commander commits reserves for counterattack.

a. Notifies higher headquarters commander immediately.

b. Designates another reserve force.

12. Reserve force conducts counterattack.

a. Avoids friendly positions.

b. Makes a quick decisive assault.

c. Clears the penetrated area.

13. Company consolidates and reorganizes as necessary.

14. Company secures enemy prisoners of war (EPW) as required.

15. Company treats and evacuates casualties.

16. Company processes captured documents and or equipment as

required.

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17. Company continues operations as directed.

TASK PERFORMANCE SUMMARY BLOCK

ITERATION

TOTAL

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES EVALUATED

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES “GO”

“*” indicates a leader task step.

SUPPORTING INDIVIDUAL TASKS: NONE

SUPPORTING COLLECTIVE TASKS

Task Title

Report Tactical Information (Infantry Company)

Integrate Indirect Fire Support (Infantry Company)

Handle Enemy Prisoners of War (Infantry Company)

Process Captured Documents and Equipment (Infantry Company)

Treat and Evacuate Casualties (Antiarmor/Infantry Company)

Conduct a Rehearsal (Infantry Company)

Conduct Consolidation and Reorganization (Infantry Company)

Conduct Risk Management (Infantry Company)

Conduct Troop-leading Procedures (Infantry Company)

Maintain Operations Security (Infantry Company)

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TRAINING AND EVALUATION OUTLINE

TASK: Establish a Base Camp (Infantry Company)

(07-2-1405)

ITERATION:

(Circle)

COMMANDER/LEADER ASSESSMENT: T P U

(Circle)

CONDITIONS: The company is conducting stability operations as part of a larger force and

has received an operation order (OPORD) or fragmentary order (FRAGO) to establish and

occupy a base camp at the location and time specified. Engineer, intelligence, and other

required combat support (CS) and combat service support (CSS) personnel and assets

have been provided. Interpreters are provided. Environmental, construction, and

restoration constraints have been provided by higher headquarters. The company provides

its own security. All company personnel and equipment are available. The company has

communications with higher, adjacent, and subordinate elements. The company has been

provided guidance on the rules of engagement (ROE) and or rules of Interaction (ROI).

Coalition forces and noncombatants may be present in the operational environment. Some

iterations of this task should be conducted during limited visibility conditions.

TASK STANDARDS: The company establishes and occupies the base camp in

accordance with (IAW) tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP), the order, and or

higher commander's guidance. The company uses existing facilities if available and

adequate. The company constructs facilities as necessary. The company establishes

security measures to protect the force. The company complies with the rules of

engagement (ROE) and or rules of Interaction (ROI) and other restrictions.

TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

* 1. Company leaders gain and or maintain situational understanding using

information that is gathered from maps, intelligence summaries, situation

reports (SITREPs), and other available information sources.

* 2. Company commander receives an operation order (OPORD) or

fragmentary order (FRAGO) and issues warning order (WARNO) to the

company using radio or other tactical means.

* 3. Company commander confirms friendly and enemy situations.

a. Receives an updated report showing the location of forward and

adjacent friendly elements, if applicable.

b. Receives an updated enemy situational template for added

fratricide prevention and increased force protection, if applicable.

c. Clarifies priority intelligence requirement (PIR) requirements.

d. Confirms any changes to the higher headquarters and company

task or purpose.

e. Confirms any changes to the scheme of maneuver.

f. Reviews higher headquarter's S2 intelligence preparation of the

battlefield (IPB) data.

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(1) Determines the nature, makeup and urban concentrations of

local civil and or military population.

(2) Determines the natural defensive characteristics of the

terrain.

(3) Determines conditions of existing roads, railways, pipelines,

waterways, and other movement corridors for use as military

lines of communications (LOCs) and local civil/military

movement.

(4) Determines proximity of threat to potential civil/military

facilities and installations.

* 4. Company commander plans using troop-leading procedures.

a. Conducts analysis based on factors of mission, enemy, troops,

terrain, time and civil considerations (METT-TC).

(1) Considers the potential enemy's capabilities, likely courses of

action (COAs), and specific weapons capabilities.

b. Conducts a map reconnaissance.

(1) Identifies location of lodgment and surrounding area.

(2) Identifies tentative security positions.

(3) Identifies likely enemy avenues of approach.

(4) Marks tentative dismount points on maps as appropriate.

c. Plans lodgment that considers the following.

(1) Assignment of subunit sectors.

(2) Assignment of contiguous or noncontiguous areas of

operations (AO).

(3) Other forces operating in the area.

(4) Composition, location, and size of lodgment.

(5) Location of the command post (CP).

(6) Distances from urban areas.

(7) Location of possible landing zones and pickup zones.

(8) Proximity to locations (LOCs).

(9) Priorities for protection of civil/military personnel, facilities,

installations, and key terrain.

(10) Visibility of forces to establish force presence.

(11) Use of static and mobile security assets.

(12) Fire support.

(13) Continuous reconnaissance and security (R&S).

(14) Security measures.

(15) Availability of host nation support.

(16) Combat service support (CSS).

(a) Storage bunkers.

(b) Maintenance and refueling areas.

(d) Aid stations.

(e) Contracted services.

(17) Civil affairs and or civil military operations (CMO) activities.

(18) Assets required from kandak and higher.

d. Organizes the company as necessary to accomplish the mission

and or compensate for combat losses.

(1) Designates a quartering party.

(2) Designates a reserve or quick reaction force (QRF) if

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required.

e. Addresses actions on chance contact with the enemy.

f. Coordinates and synchronizes activities within each battlefield

operating system (BOS).

* 5. Company commander disseminates overlays, and other pertinent

information to each element to keep them abreast of the situation.

* 6. Company commander issues orders and instructions to include rules of

engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

a. Issues clear and concise taskings to platoons and or elements.

b. Briefs quartering party.

7. Company conducts a rehearsal.

* 8. Company commander issues a fragmentary order (FRAGO), as

necessary, to address changes to the plan identified during the rehearsal.

9. Quartering party moves to lodgment area using appropriate movement

method (tactical road march or tactical movement) (based on mission,

enemy, troops, terrain, time and civil considerations (METT-TC).

a. Assists in and or conducts reconnaissance of route to lodgment

area.

b. Posts guides along route and at entrance of lodgment as required.

c. Assists in and or conducts reconnaissance of lodgment area.

d. Secures lodgment area.

e. Conducts mine clearance as required.

f. Assists in/marks obstacles and mines.

g. Selects and marks tentative positions in accordance with (IAW) the

order, tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP), and or

guidance.

h. Establish initial coordination with local residents if required.

i. Maintains surveillance and provides security of the area until the

arrival of the remainder of the troop.

j. Reacts to contact as required.

k. Reports to main body when lodgment area is secure.

10. Main body moves to lodgment area using appropriate movement

method (tactical road march or tactical movement) (based on mission,

enemy, troops, terrain, time and civil considerations (METT-TC) factors).

a. Follows direction of guides if used.

b. Occupies lodgment.

(1) Uses existing facilities if available and adequate.

c. Reports arrival to higher headquarters as required.

d. Establishes security based on factors of mission, enemy, troops,

terrain, time available, and civil considerations (METT-TC).

e. Reacts to contact as required.

f. Submits situation reports (SITREPs) to higher headquarters as

required.

11. Company performs lodgment activities.

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a. Establishes command and control operations.

(1) Positions the command post (CP) in a location from which the

commander can best lead his company.

(a) Considers communications requirements.

(b) Considers security needs for the command post (CP).

(2) Establishes company communications nets.

b. Establishes and maintains a reserve force or quick reaction force

(QRF) based on threat factors if not established before.

c. Conducts defense of lodgment area.

d. Conducts combat service support (CSS) activities.

(1) Starts construction of needed facilities.

e. Improves positions as time permits.

f. Conducts informal discussions with local residents utilizing combat

intelligence/human intelligence (HUMINT) specialists.

g. Takes measures to protect the force.

(1) Ensure equipment, personnel, and positions are camouflaged

as required.

(2) Enforces light, noise, and litter discipline.

(3) Enforces proper radiotelephone procedures.

(4) Establishes checkpoints.

(5) Establishes and enforces effective lodgment area security

procedures.

(6) Establishes observation posts (OPs) as required.

(7) Conducts aggressive patrolling.

(8) Conducts reconnaissance as necessary.

h. Ensures all leaders and soldiers know how to deal effectively with

broadcast and print reporters and photographers.

i. Conducts negotiations required and or directed.

j. Conducts presence operations required and or directed.

k. Conducts civil disturbance operations required and or directed.

l. Conducts compliance inspections as required and or directed.

m. Reacts to terrorists and or insurgents as required.

n. Conducts support operations as required and or directed.

o. Secures civilians as required.

p. Process captured documents and equipment as required.

* 12. Company commander keeps the next higher commander informed of

status of base camp area occupation and development.

TASK PERFORMANCE SUMMARY BLOCK

ITERATION

TOTAL

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES EVALUATED

TOTAL TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE

MEASURES “GO”

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“*” indicates a leader task

SUPPORTING INDIVIDUAL TASKS: NONE

SUPPORTING COLLECTIVE TASKS

Task Title

Conduct a Tactical Road March (Infantry Company) (Dismounted)

Conduct Patrol Operations (Infantry Company)

Conduct Security Operations in a Stability Environment (Antiarmor/Infantry Company)

Conduct Tactical Movement (Infantry Company)

Conduct Tactical Movement in a Built-up Area (Infantry Company)

Control Civil Disturbance Operations (Antiarmor/Infantry Company)

Employ a Reserve Force (Infantry Company)

Establish Checkpoints and or Roadblocks (Antiarmor/Infantry Company)

Take Action on Contact (Infantry Company)

Conduct a Route Reconnaissance (Infantry Company)

Conduct an Area or Zone Reconnaissance (Infantry Company)

Establish Observation Posts (Infantry Company)

Reconnoiter a Built-up Area (Infantry Company)

Report Tactical Information (Infantry Company)

Integrate Indirect Fire Support (Infantry Company)

Conduct Resupply Operations (Antiarmor/Infantry Company)

Process Captured Documents and Equipment (Infantry Company)

Secure Civilians during Operations (Antiarmor/Infantry Company)

Conduct a Rehearsal (Infantry Company)

Conduct Negotiations (Infantry Company)

Conduct Risk Management (Infantry Company)

Conduct Troop-leading Procedures (Infantry Company)

Establish Communications (Infantry Company)

Operate a Command Post (Antiarmor/Infantry Company)

Prepare for Combat (Infantry Company)

Employ Camouflage, Concealment, and Deception Techniques (Infantry Company)

Maintain Operations Security (Infantry Company)

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TRAINING AND EVALUATION OUTLINE

TASK: Establish Checkpoints and or Roadblocks (Antiarmor/Infantry Company) (07-2-

1414)

ITERATION:

(Circle)

COMMANDER/LEADER ASSESSMENT: T P U

(Circle)

CONDITIONS: The company is conducting operations as part of a larger force and has

received an operation order (OPORD) or fragmentary order (FRAGO) to establish

checkpoints and or roadblocks at the locations specified. All necessary personnel and

equipment are available. A quick reaction force (QRF) has been designated by higher

headquarters. The company has communications with higher, adjacent, and subordinate

elements. The company has been provided guidance on the rules of engagement (ROE)

and or rules of interaction (ROI). Coalition forces and noncombatants may be present in

the operational environment. Some iterations of this task should be conducted during

limited visibility conditions.

TASK STANDARDS: The company establishes checkpoints and or roadblocks in

accordance with (IAW) tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP), the order, and or

higher commander's guidance. The company commander assigns one platoon to each

checkpoint. The position and orientation of barriers prevents passage or limits entry and

exit by personnel and vehicles in, to, or from the specified area. The company complies

with the rules of engagement rule of engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

* 1. Company leaders gain and or maintain situational understanding using

information that is gathered from maps, intelligence summaries, situation

reports (SITREPs), and other available information sources.

*2. Company commander receives and operation order (OPORD) or

fragmentary order (FRAGO) and issues warning order (WARNO) to the

company using radio or other tactical means.

* 3. Company commander confirms friendly and enemy situations.

a. Receives an updated report showing the location of forward and

adjacent friendly elements, if applicable.

b. Receives an updated enemy situational template for added

fratricide prevention and increased force protection, if applicable.

c. Clarifies priority intelligence requirement (PIR) requirements.

d. Confirms any changes to the higher headquarters and company

task or purpose.

* 4. Company commander plans using troop-leading procedures.

a. Conducts a map reconnaissance.

(1) Identifies general location of checkpoints and or roadblocks, if

not assigned by higher headquarters.

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(2) Identifies likely avenues of approach.

(3) Marks tentative dismount points on maps as appropriate.

b. Confirms the purpose of the checkpoints and or roadblocks.

c. Confirms whether the checkpoints and or roadblocks will be

deliberate or hasty.

d. Identifies force requirements to execute the mission.

(1) Requests civil police or female military police (MP) support to

conduct female searches.

(2) Requests additional assets required to establish and operate

the checkpoint and or roadblock, e.g. engineer support, military

working dog (MWD) team, light sets, etc.

e. Plans and coordinates indirect fire support, if required. (e.g.,

illumination).

f. Identifies direct fire responsibilities, if applicable.

g. Ensures checkpoints and or roadblocks are covered by fire.

h. Ensures company is organized to accomplish the mission and or

compensate for combat losses.

(1) Includes vehicle search teams.

(2) Includes personnel search teams (both female and male).

(a) Uses civil authorities or female soldiers for female

search.

(b) Ensures soldiers are aware of special search

requirements in accordance with (IAW) local culture and

customs (females, clergy, etc.).

* 5. Company commander coordinates details of quick reaction force (QRF)

employment with the quick reaction force (QRF) commander.

a. Briefs platoon leaders on details.

* 6. Company commander disseminates overlays, and other pertinent

information to each platoon to keep them abreast of the situation.

* 7. Company commander issues orders and instructions to include rules of

engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction (ROI).

a. Issues clear and concise taskings to platoons and or elements.

* 8. Company commander and or first sergeant supervise subordinate

element rehearsals.

a. Reviews specific limitations on use of lethal force to stop a vehicle

or pedestrian who does not respond to instructions to stop.

b. Practices vehicle and personnel searches.

c. Practices questioning techniques.

d. Practices the inspection of documents.

(1) Required documents are present.

(2) Documents are current and appropriate for the area of

operations (AO).

(3) Documents are not counterfeit.

e. Practices apprehension and detention of civilian personnel in

accordance with (IAW) rules of engagement (ROE) and rules of

interaction (ROI).

f. Practices processing contraband.

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* 9. Company commander or designated representative conducts

reconnaissance, time permitting.

a. Pinpoints checkpoint and or roadblock locations.

(1) Ensures checkpoints and or roadblocks cannot be seen from

more than a short distance away to prevent drivers from avoiding

it.

Note: Ideal locations include tunnels, culverts, bridges, and sharp bends or

dips in a road.

(2) Ensures the existence of checkpoints and or roadblocks will

not present such a surprise that drivers cannot stop safely.

b. Establishes security at checkpoints and or roadblocks, if required.

c. Verifies and updates intelligence information.

d. Leaves a surveillance team to observe checkpoints and or

roadblocks, if required.

e. Returns to the company position.

* 10. Company commander adjusts the plan based on updated intelligence

and reconnaissance effort.

* 11. Company commander disseminates updated overlays, and other

pertinent information.

12. Company elements execute checkpoint operations. (See platoon task:

Establish and Operate a Checkpoint.)

* 13. Company commander or designated representative supervises

checkpoint and or roadblock operations.

a. Enforces the rules of engagement (ROE) and or rules of interaction

(ROI).

(1) Ensures politeness and respectful treatment of individuals is

shown at all times.

b. Ensures shifts for 24 hour operations are established.

c. Reviews requirements for correct documentation to pass through

the checkpoint.

d. Maintains communications with higher headquarters and the quick

reaction force (QRF).

e. Requests quick reaction force (QRF), if required.

f. Employs the quick reaction force (QRF) as part of the company or

responds to orders of quick reaction force (QRF) commander,

depending on decision of the higher commander.

g. Reports to higher headquarters as required.

h. Prepares for future operations.

14. Company consolidates and reorganizes as necessary.

15. Company secures enemy prisoners of war (EPW) as required.

16. Company treats and evacuates casualties.

17. Company processes captured documents and or equipment as

required.

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