troop leading steps cpl 0301. purpose it provides you a structured format to help you develop...
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PURPOSE
It provides you a structured format to help you develop plans..
Used by all levels of command..
They help you to make best use of time, facilities & personnel..
BAMCIS..B…...Begin planning
A…...Arrange for recon & coordination
M…..Make reconnaissance
C…..Complete the plan
I……issue the order
S……supervise activities..
BEGIN PLANNING
Normally an order does not produce itself. They are developed at higher levels of command. You customize the order to fit your mission.
There are other situations where small units operate independently, such as when a battalion conducts a NEO
(1) Step Plan use of available time
Once you receive the order from the platoon commander, you must use your time wisely
Use Reverse planning-is where you take the last action and work back to when you receive the order
Formulate a preliminary plan (tentative)Issue the warning order
Inspect your squad
Finalize the fire team operation order
Arrange for a recon
Inspect the assembly area
Make a recon
Issue the warning order
Begin the operation
Receive the warning order from the squad leader
Begin Planning1430: Begin the operation1415: Inspect assembly area1400: Inspect your squad1315: Issue the operation order1300: Finalize the fire team op 1200: Make recon1100: Arrange for a recon1030: Issue the warning order1000: Receive the warning order
(2) Warning Order Format
Situation. E.F.
Mission.(5W’s)
General instructions:
1. Name
2. Chain of Command
3. General Organization
4. Spec. Organization (teams)
5. Duties
6. Arms,Ammo, Equip
7. Gear common to all
8. Time Schedule
Arrange for Recon and Coordination
Reconnaissance:
a. Visual ground recon
b. Aerial recon
c. Aerial photo recon
d. Map recon
Coordination:
a. Any units adjacent
b. Exit & entry points out of friendly lines
c. Supporting units
d. Higher command
Make a Reconnaissance
During this step you actually conduct the reconnaissance and coordination with adjacent units..
This is where you actually look at the terrain
Complete the Plan…
You will review your preliminary plan, based on your recon
A patrol order can be described as a five paragraph order…
To help you write down your completed plan use the acronym SMEAC
SMEACS….. Situation
M…. Mission
E…. Execution
A…. Administration and Logistics
C…. Command and signals
MISSION
A clear, concise statement of the task to be accomplished. Also includes grid coordinates.
The 5 “Ws”
1. Who
2. What
3. Where
4. When
5. Why
EXECUTION You must be as specific, detailed and comprehensive as possible. There are 3 major subparagraphs.
1. Concept of Operations..
2. Tasks
3. Coordinating Instructions
1. Concept of Operation
This is the general overview of how the mission will be accomplished
It includes the overall plan.
Includes the basic formations to be used.
2. TasksThis is a detailed listing of how each element and/or individual will accomplish their part of the mission.
It will cover every phase of the mission from beginning, while on the objective, to the return, to the end.
The task of the Attachments should be covered last
3. Coordinating InstructionsTimes of departure and return
Formations
Order of Movement
Primary and alternate routes
Checkpoints
Procedures for departure and reentry of friendly areas
Actions for Immediate Action(IA)Drills
Actions at rallying points
Where,when and whom for debriefing
ADMINISTRATION & LOGISTICS
Beans: How many rations, who will draw/distribute rations and resupply
Bullets: Who will be taking special weapons, how much ammo is being taken and next resupply
Bad Guys: Handling of EPWs
ADMINISTRATION & LOGISTICS
Bandages:
a. Transportation of wounded
b. Every attempt must be made to take our dead Marines home.
c. State location of corpsman within the formation during entire mission
COMMAND & SIGNALS
COMMAND:
a. Chain of Command
b. Leaders location for the entire mission
SIGNALS:a. Cover all signals
used.(A,P,A)b. Communication
Plan(sitreps)c. Primary/Alternate
frequenciesd. Challenge and
Passwords
ISSUE THE ORDER
Give orally and have the complete attention of your unit.Insure all unit members are present.State with an orientationUse visual aids, such as a terrain modelHold all questions until the end of the order to prevent interruptions.Conclude the order with a time check.
SUPERVISE ACTIVITIES..
Most important of the troop leading stepsContinuously supervise to ensure the order is carried out as intended“Trust Tactics” isn’t an excuse for poor supervisionConduct an inspection on weapons, ammo, mission essential gear, tactically prepared gear, and always test knowledge of mission.Conduct a rehearsal