Preliminary AssessmentScout Platoon Task
Ensures vehicles that drop out of the march column rejoin the column at the
Platoon leader initiates road march and controls platoon movement toward the
Directs platoon to begin movement using designated formation, movement
technique, and vehicle interval and speed.
Positions himself where he can best control the
Uses visual signals or FM radio to communicate with platoon IAW
Platoon moves along the march route.
Crosses the SP at the designated time, using the proper formation,
movement technique, interval, and speed as prescribed in the
Maintains proper march speed to reach checkpoints at times specified in
Reports control measures IAW OPORD/FRAGO or unit SOP (voice or
digital) (platoon leader/PSG).
degree observation, including aerial observation.
NOTE: Each vehicle designates an air guard.
Maintains proper weapons orientation to provide 360-degree security
throughout road march as prescribed in the OPORD/FRAGO or unit SOP
rear or continue along the route of march as directed (PSG).
Conduct Tactical Road March