As of Feb. 27, 1997

FIRE SUPPORT TACTICS, TECHNIQUES AND PROCEDURES

NOTE: Due to the requirements necessary to download the TTP on the Fort Polk Homepage, the page numbers listed in the table of contents do not correspond the actual pages.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION SUBJECT PAGE(S)

SECTION I FIRE SUPPORT CHECKLISTS 1-43

SECTION II FA OPERATIONS CHECKLISTS 1-51

SECTION III FIRING BATTERY CHECKLISTS 1-25

SECTION IV CSS CHECKLISTS 1-22

FIRE SUPPORT CHECKLISTS

10 COMMANDMENTS OF FIRE SUPPORT 2

AIR ASSAULT FIRE SUPPORT CHECKLIST 3

FSO AIR MISSION BRIEF CHECKLIST 4

FIRE SUPPORT EXECUTION - GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS 5

FIRE SUPPORT PLANNING - DEFENSIVE OPERATIONS 7

FIRE SUPPORT PLANNING - OFFENSIVE OPERATIONS 9

FIRE SUPPORT PLANNING - OPERATIONS OTHER THAN WAR (OOTW) 10

FIRE SUPPORT PLANNING SEQUENCE 11

THE TARGETING PROCESS 21

FIRE SUPPORT ANNEX BRIEFING 38

FIRE SUPPORT REHEARSALS 38

REHEARSAL SEQUENCE 41

BRIGADE FIRE SUPPORT TAC OR ASSAULT CP 42

BRIGADE FIRE SUPPORT LTACFIRE VEHICLE 42

10 COMMANDMENTS OF FIRE SUPPORT

1. THOU SHALT ALWAYS KNOW WHERE THOU ART.

2. THOU SHALT ALWAYS KNOW WHERE THINE INFANTRY ELEMENTS ARE.

3. THOU SHALT ALWAYS REPORT THY POSITION AT EACH HALT.

4. THOU SHALT ALWAYS HAVE COMMO.

5. THOU SHALT CONTINUOUSLY UPDATE THY FIRE SUPPORT PLAN.

ADDING TARGETS WHEN STOPPED AND DELETING OLD TARGETS.

6. THOU SHALT USE THE MORTARS FIRST.

7. THOU SHALT COMPLETE AND DISTRIBUTE A FIRE SUPPORT MATRIX TO -

MORTARS, COMMANDERS, SCOUTS, TOWS, ALO, SALT, ETC., FOR EACH

MISSION.

8. THOU SHALT ALWAYS DESIGNATE A PRIORITY OF FIRE.

9. THOU SHALT ALWAYS USE MORTARS, SALT, ETC. IN THE PLANNING

PROCESS.

10 THOU SHALT PLAN FOR CAS, SMOKE, AND ILLUMINATION FOR EACH

MISSION. AIR ASSAULT FIRE SUPPORT CHECKLIST

_____ Based upon CDRs guidance or METT-T, determine what fire support is required

for the mission (LZ Prep, SEAD, Preps of false LZs, ect.).

_____ Alert BDE/DIV FSE.

_____ Alert fire support delivery assets (FA, Mortars, CAS, AH, NGF, EW).

_____ Query ATI/S-2 files to assist in route / PZ / LZ selection.

_____ Determine flight routes, both ingress and egress, for the Air Assault Task Force

with the S-3, S-2, and Aviation LNO.

_____ Query ATI/S-2 to develop target list for fires in support of the loading plan, air movement plan, landing plan, and the ground tactical plan.

_____ Develop initial target list. Plan fires:

_____ On known and suspected enemy positions.

_____ On key terrain.

_____ Around the LZ (suppressive fires during the air assault and blocking fires

during consolidation).

_____ On and around false LZs.

_____ To support the ground tactical plan.

_____ Determine flight times, phase lines, checkpoints, and code words with the S-3

and aviation LNO.

_____ Determine abort criteria and procedures.

_____ Request additional fire support assistance from BDE/DIV FSE if necessary.

_____ Develop tentative fire plan integrating all fire support assets available (FA,

Mortars, CAS, AH, NGF, and EW)

_____ Coordinate attack of targets with S-3, S-2, ALO, aviation LNO, ANGLICO,

BDE/DIV FSEs.

_____ Resolve A2C2 issues.

_____ Develop execution matrix (who will initiate/observe fires).

_____ Develop primary and backup communication plans.

_____ Send fire plan to battalion and/or DIVARTY FDC/FSE.

_____ Prepare fire support portion of air mission brief.

_____ Attend AMB and brief fire support plan.

_____ Conduct fire support coordination meeting with:

_____ BN FDOs (DS and GS).

_____ Firing battery commanders (DS and GS).

_____ Company and battalion fire support officers

_____ Mortar platoon leaders and FDOs.

_____ Assault and Attack helicopter flight leads.

_____ Air liaison officer (ALO).

_____ Supporting arms liaison team officer (SALTO).

_____ Ensure all participants receive a correct and complete copy of the fire plan

including:

_____ Target list.

_____ Schedule of fires (if used).

_____ Execution matrix.

_____ Communication plan.

_____ Graphics showing ingress and egress routes, PZ and LZ, targets, position of

delivery assets,

_____ Gun-Target lines, A2C2, and fire support coordination measures in effect.

_____ Determine time/place for fire support and combined maneuver rehearsals.

_____ Attend rehearsals.

_____ Continually update fire plan (minimize changes after rehearsals).

FSO AIR MISSION BRIEF CHECKLIST

The Air Assault Task Force FSO will brief the fire support portion of the air mission brief (AMB). As a minimum he will address:

_____ Fire support assets available.

_____ Concept of fires

_____ Target locations.

_____ Purpose of targets.

_____ Type/amount/duration of fires.

_____ Delivery system associated with each target.

_____ Primary and backup executors.

_____ Method of control (positive or programmed).

_____ PZ/LZ locations.

_____ Flight routes, aerial checkpoints, and phase lines.

_____ A2C2 information:

_____ Gun-Target line.

_____ Maximum and minimum ords.

_____ CAS attack heading and egress route.

_____ Location of fire support delivery systems.

_____ Sequence of events and code words (H-Hour).

_____ Abort criteria and code word.

_____ Abort/delay plan.

_____ SEAD plan.

_____ Fire support coordination measures in effect.

_____ Signal for last round of LZ prep (WP or ground burst illumination).

_____ Communication plan

_____ SOI extract and variable

_____ Primary and alternate frequencies

_____ Emergency checkfiring procedures

_____ Retrans

_____ Commex/rehearsal times

_____ Net discipline

_____ Backup radios

_____ Dump grid.

_____ Location of C2 aircraft.

_____ Synchronize watches.

FIRE SUPPORT EXECUTION - GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS

_____ Commander positions his fire delivery units effectively?

_____ FSO positioned where he can best execute the fire support plan? (Sometimes not

necessarily with the maneuver commander)

_____ Communicate with subordinate FSOs and observers?

_____ Communicate with FA battalion TOC, battery FDCs, mortar FDCs?

_____ Coordinate use of NGF and CAS to support maneuver commander?

_____ Advise and respond to the commander?

_____ Shoot any assigned targets?

_____ FSOs and forward observers know the exact locations of maneuver boundaries and other fire support coordination measures?

_____ Observers positioned in redundancy where they can see their assigned targets and

trigger points,

communicate with fire support assets, and respond to maneuver commander?

_____ FSOs and forward observers know and report the location of their supported

maneuver force periodically to facilitate rapid and safe clearance of fires?

_____ FA FPFs or priority targets always established and switched to support scheme of

maneuver?

_____ FA/mortar illumination planned and used to facilitate direct fire during limited

visibility?

_____ Commander, FSO, and mortar platoon leader employ mortars effectively?

_____ Mortar FPFs or priority targets always established and switched to support

scheme of maneuver?

_____ Company FSOs use mortars first?

_____ Mortar platoon/sections receive Fire Support Execution Matrix, target lists,

OPORDs, ACAs, FPFs, or priority targets?

_____ FSOs know what targets mortars are most effective against?

_____ FSOs and S3s track mortar ammunition status by number of volleys?

_____ Mortars surveyed in? MET?

_____ Commander, FSO, and mortar platoon leader coordinate positioning,

movement, and critical fires?

_____ Mortars maintain situational awareness and battle track friendly forces?

_____ Fires cleared rapidly, positively, without fratricide?

_____ Fire support matrix actually used to execute fire support while remaining flexible

to branches or sequels to the current plan?

_____ Priority targets changed to conform to current tactical situation?

_____ FA delivered FASCAM safety boxes developed in coordination with the engineer

and S3, computed correctly, and disseminated?

_____ Commanders clearly state fire support guidance? ie., (The role fire support will

play in the operation to include critical targets during each phase, the level of

effects expected on those targets, and the purpose the fires are to achieve in

relation to the scheme of maneuver).

_____ FA TOC coordinate with the Bde FSO to develop attack guidance matrix using

JMEMs, and computing ammunition required to suppress, neutralize, and destroy

expected enemy target categories - provided to the commander so that he can

formulate his commander's attack guidance?

_____ Targeting meeting conducted to determine initial high pay-off targets, assist in

developing the reconnaissance and surveillance plan?

_____ Commander states his target priorities and attack criteria based on target value

analysis ammo available, restrictions, and effects tables (Attack Matrix)?

_____ Commander allocate targets and priority targets based on his intent and concept of

the operation?

_____ FSO disseminate target priorities to lowest levels of maneuver force, fire support

staff and mortars?

_____ Maneuver commander states his attack guidance by defining how, when, and with

what restrictions he wants to attack different targets and in what priority?

_____ Maneuver commander specify the effects he wants to achieve for each type of

target (Suppress, Neutralize, Destroy, Harass)? FSO recommends S,N,D,H based

on AMMO available?

_____ FSO use commander's attack guidance to develop commanders attack criteria for

LTACFIRE?

_____ FSO determine how, when, and with what means targets will be attacked to

support maneuver?

_____ Maneuver commander "own" the fire support plan?

_____ Maneuver commander and FSO wargame together with the S2 resulting in the

FSO providing the commander with the fire support plan recommendation?

_____ Commander determines the risk he is willing to accept concerning indirect fires in

close contact?

_____ Unit use top-down fire planning with bottom-up refinement?

_____ Limit number of targets to 10-15 per maneuver battalion going down, with no

more than 45-60 for the entire brigade?

_____ Require refinement to be done by cutoff time?

_____ Observers verify or correct target locations and trigger points during

refinement?

_____ Commander establish and enforce a cutoff time for submitting routine changes to

the target list?

_____ IPB used as the basis for targeting? (Intel drives OPs)

_____ Fire Support Execution Matrix developed and used to brief the fires portion of the

OPORD, during a combined arms rehearsal, and execute the fire plan?

_____ Method to be used for battle tracking and clearance of indirect fires clearly

understood by fire support elements and maneuver commanders? Rehearsed?

_____ FSO explain fire support combat power in terms the maneuver commander

understands to include the number and type of missions available/possible?

_____ Battery/Battalion/Mortar volleys by type of ammunition and effects expected?

_____ Minimum safe distances?

_____ Minutes of smoke and allocation?

_____ Minutes of illumination and allocation?

_____ Number of available RAAM/ADAM minefields by type, size, density, and

safety zone?

_____ Range of Q-36, FA, and mortar coverage based on shell/fuze.

_____ Type of Ammo?

_____ Maneuver commander require the FSO to backbrief him on fire support plan in

sufficient detail to ensure his guidance and intent has been met?

_____ Fire support plan/annex include the following:

_____ Commander's guidance for fire support?

_____ Top down target list?

_____ Target Synchronization Matrix?

_____ Commander's attack guidance?

_____ Fire support execution matrix?

_____ Target allocation by unit?

_____ Priority target (or FPF) allocation by unit and phase?

_____ FA delivered FASCAM target allocation and safety boxes?

_____ Priority of survey support for FA, mortars, obstacles, and radar?

_____ Fire support coordinating measures?

_____ Target refinement cutoff time?

_____ CAS sorties available and allocation?

_____ NGF available and allocation?

_____ Frequencies for voice calls for fire?

_____ Rehearsal schedule?

_____ CSR for FA and mortar ammunitions?

_____ Planned airspace coordination measures?

_____ Laser codes for use with smart munitions?

_____ Fire support conducted as part of the combined arms rehearsal with all

players present?

FIRE SUPPORT PLANNING - DEFENSIVE OPERATIONS

_____ Targeting meetings conducted at least each 24-36 hours during the preparation for

the defense to refine high pay-off target list and confirm decide, detect, deliver,

assess methodology.

_____ Current maneuver graphics, FSCMs, fire support unit locations, ranges of fire

support systems, and targets posted.

_____ Target overlay checked periodically to ensure that current enemy situation is

reflected in targeting.

_____ Fire plans built at brigade and subordinate level based on allocation of resources

and commander's fire support guidance. Fire plans (to include special munitions

such as FASCAM) entered into LTACFIRE in time to conduct technical rehearsals

and prepare for firing.

_____ Communications systems checked with all elements.

_____ Time specified and met for all fire support systems to be ready based on scheme

of maneuver.

_____ Determine how and when you will shift priority of fires.

_____ Determine what will be the "trigger" for shifting priorities of fire.

1. Review defensive fire planning; FM 6-20-50. Plan fire support early and throughout the entire defensive sector.

a. Fires forward of the main battle area (MBA)

(1) Counter reconnaissance fires planned. Consider augmenting forward elements

with observers and the use of laser guided munitions if available.

(2) Plan fires to force the enemy commander to deploy his forces early.

(3) Position observers on templated avenues of approach.

(4) Plan fires on key choke points.

(5) Plan FASCAM and smoke to separate lead elements from follow on forces.

(6) Plan counter preparation fires.

b. Fires in the MBA:

(1) Plan fires throughout the MBA

(2) Mass to disrupt, delay, and destroy the enemy.

(3) Plan fires to assist maneuver during retrograde operations.

(4) Plan fires on key obstacles and assign redundant observers to execute the fire

plan.

(a) Know the engineer obstacle plan and types of obstacles.

(b) Consider the terrain when targeting obstacles. Fires placed incorrectly will

force the enemy to take an alternate course of action.

(c) Consider the use of smoke to support the obstacle plan.

(5) Plan fires in support of engagement areas.

(a) Use fire support to canalize the enemy.

(b) Plan groups for simultaneous engagement within engagement areas.

(c) Plan series to preclude enemy movement out of engagement areas.

(d) Mass fires in engagement areas.

(e) Plan coordinated attack in engagement areas with air assets (JAAT).

(f) Consider the use of illumination in the engagement area.

c. Defensive fires:

(1) Integrate fire support into direct fire defensive plan.

(2) Suppress enemy indirect and direct fire weapons.

(3) Assign priority targets and FPFs to battle positions, strong points or perimeter

defenses.

(4) Plan for contingencies to reallocate fire support to strengthen vulnerabilities.

d. Support hasty attack:

(1) Use quickfire planning techniques.

(2) Place CFLs close to forward defensive positions to facilitate rapid engagements.

2. Review planning procedures for JAAT IAW FM 6-20-50.

a. JAAT is a combination of scout and attack helicopters and tactical aircraft supported

by field artillery, all operating together to attack high priority target or target array.

(1) Brigade is the lowest level at which the joint air attack is planned.

(2) Execution may be handed off to a battalion task force.

b. JAAT planning considerations:

(1) Integrate FSCMs for JAAT.

(2) Coordinate required ACAs with S-3 Air and TACP.

(3) Plan for use of AOs and AFSOs.

(4) Coordinate for positioning of FA batteries.

(5) Coordinate for marking rounds in the target area with JAAT commander and

forward air controller (FAC).

(6) Determine and disseminate PRF codes.

(7) Coordinate with all assets to participate and schedule rehearsal.

FIRE SUPPORT PLANNING - OFFENSIVE OPERATIONS

_____ Targeting meetings conducted at least each 24 hours during the

preparation for the attack to refine high pay-off target list and confirm decide,

detect, deliver, assess methodology.

_____ Current maneuver graphics, FSCMs, fire support unit locations, ranges of fire

support systems, and targets posted.

_____ Target overlay checked periodically to ensure that current enemy situation is

reflected in targeting.

_____ Fire plans built at brigade and subordinate level based on allocation of resources

and commander's fire support guidance. Fire plans (to include special munitions

such as FASCAM) entered into LTACFIRE in time to conduct technical rehearsals

and prepare for firing.

_____ Communications systems checked with all elements.

_____ Time specified and met for all fire support systems to be ready based on scheme

of maneuver.

_____ Determine how and when you will shift priority of fires. What will be the

"trigger" for shifting priorities of fire.

_____ Consider developing an interdiction plan to disrupt enemy preparation of the

objective.

_____ Plan fires short of the LD/LC:

_____ Defensive fires (FPFs or targets) planned for unit assembly areas, and trains.

_____ Fires planned enroute to the LD/LC.

_____ Fires planned to support a hasty defense if attack fails.

_____ Fires planned to impede enemy efforts at counter reconnaissance.

_____ Plan fires from the LD/LC to the objective:

_____ Provide priority of fires to lead elements.

_____ Consider fires to suppress enemy direct fire weapons.

_____ Consider smoke to restrict enemy observation of friendly maneuver elements.

_____ Consider use of smoke to screen friendly obstacle breaching operations.

_____ Consider planning fires on exposed flanks to disrupt counter attacks.

_____ Consider task organization of forward observers to ensure all critical targets

are observed.

_____ Consider preparatory fires. Ensure they are tied to maneuver events (not just

time, what fires will be needed to suppress the enemy during breaching

efforts?). Advantages must outweigh the loss of surprise. Fires must be

accurate to be effective; consider how successful reconnaissance efforts have

been -or- will their be a need to adjust preparation fires prior to actual

execution of the assault? Ensure ammunition is available to accomplish

commander's guidance. Consider whether the enemy will be able to recover

from the effects of the preparation prior to the assault.

_____ Determine when and how you will shift fires (particularly priority targets

enroute). Use: time (at a predetermined time fires will shift), location (fires

shift when maneuver reaches a certain location, such as a phase line), on call

(the maneuver commander directs when the fires shift), event (a

predetermined event signals shifting of fires). Ensure the method to be used is

understood by all fire support assets from observer to delivery means.

_____ Plan fires on the objective:

_____ Consider fires to block enemy reinforcements and resupply by ground or air.

_____ Consider fires to suppress enemy direct fire weapons.

_____ Consider obscurants to screen friendly forces or obscure hostile ground

observation when consolidating on the objective.

_____ Designate a signal for lifting or shifting fires. Ensure the signal is understood

by maneuver elements.

_____ Plan fires in support of a hasty defense upon successful attack of the enemy

objective.

_____ Plan fires beyond the objective:

_____ To delay, disrupt, or limit enemy reinforcements.

_____ To block avenues of approach for counterattacking forces. Consider use of

Field Artillery delivered FASCAM to assist in this effort.

_____ Consider planning fires to disrupt or delay enemy retreat.

_____ Subordinate elements maintain communications and report unit location and

status hourly.

FIRE SUPPORT PLANNING - OPERATIONS OTHER THAN WAR (OOTW)

_____ Battle tracking matrix that is tied to terrain, integrated with maneuver graphics,

developed and disseminated to higher headquarters and to subordinate elements.

_____ Targeting meetings conducted at least each 24 hours during the operation to refine

current high pay-off target list and confirm decide, detect, deliver, assess

methodology.

_____ Battle tracking matrix posted on fire support map and maneuver map.

_____ Survivability of firing batteries and Q-36 radar planned; CINC engineer

designated for field artillery battalion.

_____ Commander's fire support guidance developed with a focus on decentralization of

assets to subordinate elements with the capability to quickly mass the brigade's

fire support on high-pay off targets.

_____ Plan for delivery of accurate indirect fires through registration of assets.

_____ Review doctrinal considerations for OOTW in FM 6-20-50:

_____ Review host nation rules of engagement.

_____ Reduced capability for brigade-level control and coordination of fires within

the operational area requires decentralization.

_____ Increased security for firing positions of indirect fire weapons, to include

planning direct fire for defense.

_____ 6400 mil capability normally required.

_____ Indiscriminate use of fire support should be avoided.

_____ Close coordination with host country officials in the operational area is

required.

_____ Development of SOPs for every likely contingency (NEO, humanitarian

assistance, etc.) is imperative.

_____ Continuous contact between supported commander and FSO must be

maintained.

_____ Communications with host country forces and area control centers must be

established and maintained.

_____ Hourly updates of company locations, and planned movements provided to

brigade fire support element. Company FSOs plan detailed fire support for patrols

and ensure fire plans are submitted to battalion FSEs. FPFs planned for

company patrol bases and assembly areas.

_____ Periodic updates of areas precleared for engagement of indirect fires using battle

tracking matrix.

_____ ROE clearly understood by FSO?

FIRE SUPPORT PLANNING SEQUENCE

1. The following planning sequence is a recommended format for use in planning from brigade through platoon level. It is recognized that based on time constraints not all items may be accomplished; however, the intent is to establish a "road map" which provides all fire supporters with a common direction.

a. Long Range Planning. Upon receipt of a mission the following actions will occur:

ACTION RESPONSIBILITY

_____ Obtain Enemy Order of Battle Tgting Off, FA

and develop Situation Template Bn s2, Bde S2

_____ Check FA Attack Matrix, update as Tgting Off

necessary based on current enemy.

_____ Develop artillery and mortar force Tgting Off, FA Bn S2

ratios to be used in war gaming and

planning.

b. Planning for the Immediate Battle - BDE FSE.

ACTION RESPONSIBILITY

_____ Receive higher headquarters OPORD Bde FSO

_____ Conduct Mission Analysis (Higher Bde Staff (FSO)

Headquarters mission, intent, area of

operations, tasks, assets available,

limitations, risk, time)

_____ Specified/Implied tasks of fire support Bde FSO

_____ Intent for Maneuver and fire support Bde CDR

guidance, including priorities for

support.

_____ Course of Action (COA) Development, War S3, S2, FSO,

Game, and produce the Decision Support ALO, ENGR, AVN

Template (DST). Conduct initial LNO, Tgting Off, (+)

targeting meeting to determine high

pay-off targets and plan for attack.

DST documents include: Responsibilities

for observing NAI(s), TAI(s), and

decision points. Recommendations for

attack of TAI(s) by weapon system, and

the associated trigger point. Brigade

directed obstacles. Initial brigade

target list and target overlay. Input

for the initial brigade synchronization

matrix

_____ Formulate Commander's Attack Guidance Bde CDR, FSO

(based on FA Attack Matrix, and Target

Value Analysis). State priorities for

support.

_____ Compute number of FA targets available Bde FSO

for allocation. Allocate FA volleys,

and targets for planning base on

commander's priorities.

_____ Develop Cdr's Attack Criteria from Cdr's Bde FSNCO

Attack Guidance and enter it into

LTACFIRE.

_____ Develop Fire Support Execution Matrix as Bde FSO

outlined in Appendix 1. Distribute to

subordinate Bn FSO(s) and to Div FSE.

_____ Conduct Rehearsals. Rehearsals will be Bde FSO, FA Bn

conducted with as many members of the S3, FA Bn Cdr,

Fire Support system present as possible. Bde Cdr

These should include: subordinate FSE(s)

with observers, the DS Bn S3 and FDO,

81mm mortar platoon leader(s), Radar

Warrant, ALO, ENGR, AVN LNO, and others

as necessary. If time will not allow a

face-to-face rehearsal, FM radio may be

used as a back-up (dependent on the

existing threat). As a minimum, war

gaming of the Fire Support Plan will be

conducted with the Bde FSO, DS Bn S3,

and FDO present. The rehearsal should

cover: (1) verification of target grids,

numbers, and trigger points; (2)

positioning of observers, (3)

positioning and movement of FA and

mortars, and azimuth of fire; (4)

communication nets, and variables; (5)

obstacle plan with fire support; (6) Use

of CAS and attack helicopters; (7)

Maneuver and Fire Support Control

measures, including FA, Mortar, and

air-delivered weapon MSD(s).

c. Planning for the Immediate Battle - BN FSE.

ACTION RESPONSIBILITY

_____ Receive Fire Support Plan from BDE FSE. BN FSO

_____ Commander states his fire support BN CDR

guidance, defines areas where indirect

fires are to be planned, engagement

areas where fires must support maneuver

and any critical areas that require

support.

_____ Commander states his attack guidance by BN CDR, FSO

defining how, when, and with what

restrictions he wants to attack

different targets and in what priority

_____ War gaming, identifying key terrain and BN CDR, S3,

engagement areas, obstacle requirements, S2, FSO,

and additional target requirements. ENGR, ALO

Conduct initial battalion targeting

meeting to determine high pay-off

targets and means for locating and

attacking them. Develop target overlay.

_____ Assign primary and back up observers for BN FSO

each target and supervise the following

actions: (1) Each observer knows target

responsibilities and trigger points; (2)

position each observer to observe

targets and trigger points he is

responsible for; (3) Observer verifies

trigger point on the ground and confirms

timing for the trigger point based on

enemy anticipated rate of movement; (4)

Each observer knows weapon system to be

used to attack target and how to call

for fire for target attack; (5) Targets

are adjusted in as required (as a

minimum FPF(s), Priority Targets, and

FASCAM minefield locations-for observer

adjusted); (6) Observers know the exact

location, on the ground, of all Maneuver

and Fire Support Coordination Measures.

_____ Ensure target refinement is done by BN FSO

primary observers and disseminated to Co

FSO(s), BDE FSE, the DS BN FDC, 81mm

Mortar Platoon, and 60 mm Mortars

(through Co FSO(s)) as necessary.

_____ Ensure all FASCAM safety boxes are BN FSO, ENGR

disseminated to subordinate elements.

_____ Conduct rehearsals. BN FSO

d. Execution Planning - ALL FSE(s).

ACTION RESPONSIBILITY

_____ FSO positions himself where he can best FSO/PLT FO

execute the fire support plan (not

always with the maneuver commander).

_____ Communicate with: (1) supported FSO/PLT FO

commander; (2) subordinate/higher FSE;

(3) FA Bn FDC, Mortar FDC, other Fire

Support assets (TACP, AVN LNO, SALT,

etc.).

_____ Call for Fire on Assigned Targets, FSO/PLT FO

render Battle Damage Assessment (BDA).

e. Provide battle tracking at their level:

ACTION RESPONSIBILITY

_____ Plt FO(s) should know the location of PLT FO(s)

all their maneuver elements to fire team

level (and their future plans for

movement); the location of Fire Support

Assets to include as a minimum

supporting 60mm and 81mm mortar

locations and the ammunition status of

these assets; their company and

battalion FSO locations; and the

location of all current and proposed

FSCM(s).

_____ Co FSO(s) should know the location of CO FSO(s)

all their maneuver elements to squad

level (and their future plans for

movement); the location of Fire Support

Assets to include as a minimum

supporting 60mm and 81mm mortar

locations and the ammunition status of

these assets; the assigned targets and

primary/secondary observers within their

responsibility; their battalion FSO

location; and the location of all

current and proposed FSCM(s).

_____ BN FSO(s) should know the location of BN FSO(s)

all their maneuver elements to platoon

level (and their future plans for

movement); the location of Fire Support

Assets to include as a minimum

supporting 60mm and 81mm mortar and DS

FA battalion locations and the

ammunition status of these assets; the

assigned targets and primary/secondary

observers within their responsibility;

their subordinate FO and FSO(s)

location; the location of the BDE FSO;

and the location of all current and

proposed FSCM(s).

_____ BDE FSO should know the location of all BDE FSO

maneuver elements to company level (and

their future plans for movement); the

location of Fire Support Assets to

include as a minimum: supporting radars;

supporting 81mm mortar, 60mm mortars, DS, and

Reinforcing FA battalion locations and

the ammunition status of these assets;

the assigned targets and

primary/secondary observers within their

responsibility; position of COLT teams;

their subordinate FSO(s) location; the

location of the DIV FSE; and the

location of all current and proposed

FSCM(s).

_____ Clear fires rapidly, positively, and FSO(s)/PLT

safely within their maneuver commander's FO(s)

area of operation. Ensure maneuver

commander's approve clearance.

_____ Execute fires in accordance with the FSO(s)/PLT

next higher level(s) Fire Support FO(s)

Execution Matrix. Fire Support

Execution Matrices will be produced at

Company level and above.

_____ Change priority targets to support the FSO(s)/PLT

maneuver commander's scheme of maneuver FO(s)

throughout the operation.

2. FIRE SUPPORT PLANNING DOCUMENTS

a. Commander's Fire Support Guidance. The maneuver commander, in specific terms, establishes what, where, and how he wants fire support to influence the battle. This must be tied to specific phases or areas of the battle to allow the FSE to plan for massing of fires and the DS FA BN S# to plan for FA battery positioning, movement, ammunition, and execution of targets.

b. Fire Support Execution Matrix. The fire support execution matrix is tied to the phases of the operation, assigns target execution responsibility (to include series and groups of targets), and allocates fire support resources to the task forces/battalions. Once assigned responsibility for a target's execution, the responsible agency will position a primary and secondary observer for the target, ensure a trigger point is established, and provide target refinement data as necessary. Priority targets, FPF(s), Priority of Fires, and FSCM will also be identified by phase in the Fire Support Execution Matrix.

c. Critical Information. This portion of Annex D provides the maneuver commander and fire support officer with the additional information necessary to execute the plan outlined in the Fire Support Execution Matrix. Not all "blocks" will be required for each operation. Entries should be self explanatory. Note that smoke and illumination available reflect only FA assets, not the organic mortars of the maneuver battalions.

d. Commander's Attack Guidance. Priority will be assigned to each of the target categories; When to attack will be identified as I=immediate, A=as acquired; P=plan; How may include suppress, neutralize, destroy, or capture and may include the

means (particularly when non-lethal); Remarks may include restrictions, targets to be nominated for CAS, etc.. The Commander's Attack Matrix will be approved by the maneuver commander.

e. Field Artillery (and Mortar) Attack Matrix. The Attack Matrix is an unclassified tool for the maneuver commander and his FSO to use in determining commander's attack guidance. It allows the maneuver commander and FSO to assess the cost in terms of

fire support assets to attack various target types. The Attack Matrix will be updated as necessary based on the Enemy Order of Battle.

f. Coordinating Instructions. Self-explanatory.

g. Service Support. Will include as a minimum the CSR for DS FA BN, 81mm and 60mm Mortars.

h. Command and Signal. Any entries as determined by the FSO to support the current operation.

i. BN FSO(s) will prepare a Fire Support Execution Matrix in accordance with page D-1-5 and D-1-6. Co FSO(s) will prepare a Fire Support Execution Matrix in accordance with page D-1-7 and D-1-8.

j. The following Fire Support Documents will be prepared and

maintained in accordance with the following matrix:

BDE BN CO PLT

FSE FSE FSE FO

Situation Map

_____ with maneuver boundaries (at X X X X

least one level up)

_____ with all FSCM plotted in their X X X X

area of interest (current and

proposed)

_____ location of maneuver units (at X X X X

least two levels down and one

level up)

_____ location of 60mm mortars X X X X

_____ location of 81mm mortars X X X X

_____ location of DS and Reinforcing FA X X

BN (and associated batteries)

_____ Copy of OPORD X X

_____ Current Fire Support Execution X X X X

Matrix

_____ Current Target List and Overlay X X X X

3. TARGETING

a. The initial Brigade Target List will be developed (for each new operation) by the FA Targeting Officer, working in conjunction with the maneuver brigade S2 and the FA battalion S2. In most instances these targets will be the result of the initial targeting meeting conducted during course of action analysis to determine the brigade's initial high pay-off targets. Further additions/refinement of this list may be provided by the brigade

FSO during war gaming and coordination with other staff agencies (ALO, ENGR, etc.) as necessary. This target list should not normally exceed 20 targets.

b. Critical targets identified on the Fire Support Execution Matrix will have a primary and secondary observer assigned by the responsible battalion or by the brigade FSE. These primary and secondary observers will be positioned to observe both the

"trigger point" and target itself. Plan ahead for periods of limited visibility to ensure targets are covered during these critical periods also.

c. Battalions will normally be allocated up to 10 targets for planning at their level. These targets, as well as target refinement data will be provided to the brigade FSE prior to the established target refinement cutoff time. Total targets on the final Brigade Target List will normally not exceed 40 targets.

d. Both the initial and final target lists will be provided to subordinate and higher FSE(s) by the brigade FSE. LTACFIRE will be the normal means of exchanging target information. Backup will be secure voice, and face-to-face coordination. Target overlays will normally be provided, but will be produced at each FSE as needed from the appropriate target list.

e. Target Refinement. Primary observers will provide target refinement data to better support the scheme of maneuver (refined location, target description, etc.). When target refinement data is provided concerning target location, the old target number

will be deleted and a new target number assigned. New target numbers will be assigned by the establishing agency from their block of numbers.

4. FASCAM Operations. (For more information see App I, FM 6-20-50).

a. When FASCAM is available, it will be planned and executed primarily at the brigade and battalion level.

b. Planned minefields will be requested a minimum of 24 hours in advance. Include safety box corners, commander's intent for the minefield, whether the minefields will be MET+VE or observer adjusted (preferred), and the type of observation each

minefield will have once it is fired.

c. Target of opportunity (unplanned) minefields will be initiated with a call for fire. Although aimpoints for an unplanned minefield can be computed the same as for a planned minefield, this is time consuming and may not meet the demands of the tactical situation. Therefore, units should consider establishing a "standard minefield" that will be delivered when the tactical situation requires immediate delivery. For example, the unit SOP may call for a 400X400 minefield, high angle, medium density with two aimpoints be used for unplanned minefields.

d. FASCAM safety will be computed by the requesting FSO. Safety for planned minefields will always be computed prior to firing. Safety for target of opportunity minefields will be computed as soon as possible.

e. An FA Delivered Minefield Planning Sheet (DA Form 5032-R) will be completed in the following sequence:

(1) Section A: Completed by the requesting FSO and Engineer, and sent to the Bde FSO and firing unit FDC.

(2) Section D: Completed by the firing unit FDC and sent back to the requesting FSO through the Bde FSE.

(3) Section B: Completed by the requesting level Engineer.

(4) Section C: Completed by the requesting FSO. One copy will be retained by the Engineer, and another will be sent to the firing unit.

PART 1

The Targeting Process

The purpose of this video is to provide maneuver brigade and battalion task force commanders and their staffs with a guide to conduct ing targeting meetings. These meetings; sometimes called synchronization or focus meetings have proven to be the most effective method of focusing and synchronizing the task force's combat power to determine and then attack those targets essential to the success of the unit's mission. They are routinely conducted by the most successful units. Targeting is a combined arms process requiring the full integration and participation of all battlefield operating systems to ensure that the right target is attacked by the right asset at the right time. Since the targeting process is designed to integrate, synchronize and focus the combat power of the unit, it must be effectively integrated into the brigade battle rhythm.

The targeting process is an excellent way of organizing the efforts of the staff to determine what enemy targets to attack, how to find targets, and how to attack them. Targeting involves many detailed actions and analysis to select the targets essential to the success of the mission. Targeting also determines the best mix of sensor and attack systems. Targeting like training, requires the personal time, energy, and attention of the commander. Therefore, it is important for the commander to understand and be involved in the targeting process. Command emphasis makes a difference. The difference is communicating a clear vision of what needs to be accomplished throughout the targeting process. This vision combines and synchronizes the art and science of each battlefield operating system and brings a focused winning effort to the daily fight.

This video will discuss the targeting process; targeting meeting preparation and execution; the products that will come out of the targeting meeting; and how the timing of the targeting meeting and the issuing of the subsequent fragmentary order is critical to the smooth battle rhythm of the task force.

Successful targeting requires that commander’s and their staffs possess:
An understanding of the functions associated with the targeting process.
Knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of organic and supporting target acquisition and attack systems.
The ability to integrate and synchronize BOSs horizontally within their command posts and vertically with higher and lower echelons.

Targeting Methodology

The manner used to translate the commander’s intent into a plan is the decide, detect, deliver, and assess methodology. This helps the commander to decide what targets to attack, how to acquire those targets, and when those targets are found, how to attack them in a way that meets his intent. And finally, it enables him to discern whether his guidance has been met. Targeting is a dynamic process; it must keep up with the changing face of the battlefield. The decide, detect, deliver and assess methodology facilitates the attack of the right target with the right asset at the right time.

Decide

The decide function is the first step of the targeting process. This is where the staff develops the recommended High Payoff Target List (HPTL) which is the prioritized list of those targets which must be acquired and attacked for the friendly mission to succeed. It provides the overall focus and sets priorities for intelligence collection and attack planning. The decide function should answer the following questions:
What targets should be acquired and attacked?
In what priority should targets be attacked?
When and where are the targets likely to be found?

The final product of the decide function is the high payoff target list, which will indicate the prioritized targets to be acquired and attacked for each phase of the battle. The number of target priorities should not be excessive. Too many priorities will dilute the intelligence collection, acquisition and attack efforts.

Detect

Detect is the next critical function of the targeting process. The decisions that are made in the detect function are reflected in the staffs development of the intelligence collection plan or reconnaissance and surveillance (R&S) plan and the target selection standards (TSS). The detect function should answer the following questions:
Where are the targets?
Who or what can locate the targets?
What accuracy of target location will be required to attack the target?
How long will the target remain once acquired?

The S2 is the main figure in directing the effort to detect the HPTs identified in the decide function. This process determines accurate, identifiable, and timely requirements for collection systems.

The final products of the detect function are the intelligence collection or reconnaissance and surveillance (R&S) plan and the target selection standards (TSS).

Deliver

The deliver function of the targeting process determines the attack guidance and the selection of an attack system or combination of systems. The decisions that are made in the deliver function are reflected in the staffs development of the attack guidance matrix, schemes of maneuver, and fire plans. The deliver function should answer the following tactical as well as technical questions.

Tactical Questions:
When should the target be attacked?
What is the desired effect, degree of damage, or both?
What attack system (lethal or non-lethal) should be used ?

Technical Questions:
What unit will conduct the attack?
What is the number and type of munitions to be employed?
What is the response time of the attacking unit?

The attack guidance, as recommended by the staff, should be approved by the commander. The guidance should detail the following:
When , how, and desired effects of attack
Any special instructions

The targeting team determines the attack system for each target. All attack assets should be considered. Attacking targets should optimize the capabilities of:
Light and heavy ground forces
Attack helicopters
Indirect fire assets (field artillery, mortars, naval gunfire)
Engineers (countermobility)
Close air support
Electronic warfare
Psychological operations
civil affairs
deception
ADA

Effects refers to the target attack criteria. The targeting team should specify attack criteria according to the commander’s general guidance. Target attack criteria should be given in quantifiable terms. The criteria may be expressed as a percentage of casualties or destroyed elements, time, and allocation or application of assets.

Additionally the targeting team should identify accuracy or time constraints, required coordination, limitations on amount or types of ammunition, and requirements for BDA.

The final products of the deliver function are the attack guidance, schemes of maneuver, and fire plans which support each phase of the operation.

Assess

Battle damage assessment (BDA) is the timely and accurate estimate of damage resulting from the application of military force, either lethal or nonlethal, against a target. BDA in the targeting process pertains to the results of attacks on targets designated by the commander. BDA accomplishes the following:
Provides commanders with timely and accurate snapshots of their effectiveness on the enemy and an estimate of the enemy’s combat effectiveness, capabilities, and intentions.
Helps determine if reattack is necessary.

Integration of the Targeting Process Into the Decision-Making Process

The initial targeting effort should be integrated into the unit's tactical decision-making process. As the staff is developing its plan for future operations, they should use the decide, detect, deliver, assess methodology to ensure the synchronization of the plan.

Mission Analysis

During mission analysis the S2 determines the high value targets (HVTs) that resulted from his analysis of the enemy COAs. This HVT list should detail the capabilities and limitations of each target. Additionally, each staff member should review the assets available to acquire (detect), attack (deliver), or assess targets.

Commander's Guidance

Following the commander's approval of the restated mission, he issues his guidance to his staff. This guidance provides the staff an initial planing focus. The commander identifies the enemy COA, along with its associated HVTs, which he considers most probable or most dangerous. He should also identify an initial focus on targets he deems critical to mission success. While issuing guidance on the scheme of maneuver, the commander should issue his initial attack guidance by indicating his desired effect on targets he deems critical to the mission.

Course of Action Development

During the development of each course of action, the staff should determine the targets which, if successfully attacked, would contribute to the success of the mission. Forces are arrayed to acquire and then attack these tentative HPTs to meet the commander's guidance.

Course of Action Analysis and Comparison

The staff analyzes the courses of action by wargaming, risk assessment, and a comparison of the wargaming results. During wargaming the staff prioritizes the HPTs, determines which assets are available to acquire the targets (this becomes the basis for the S2s R&S plan), and which attack mechanisms are available to achieve the maximum desired effects on the target. Target selection standards are determined to identify the time and accuracy requirements necessary to launch attacks on HPTs. Additionally, wargaming should identify the requirements to assess the results of an attack to determine BDA or reattack to meet the attack criteria. The results of the wargaming are reflected in the development of the initial targeting synchronization matrix which indicates:
The prioritized HPTs
The HPTs' known, suspected, or templated locations
The asset tasked to acquire or detect it
The asset or delivery means tasked to attack it
The desired effects
Any requirement for assessment and the asset tasked to conduct BDA

During the comparison of courses of action the staff can use the COAs ability to achieve the commander's attack guidance as a criteria for comparison.

PART 2

Preparation for Targeting Meeting

The targeting meeting is the critical event to facilitate and integrate the targeting process. The purpose of a targeting meeting is to walk through the decide, detect, deliver, assess methodology to focus and synchronize the unit's combat power and resources toward finding, attacking and assessing current high payoff targets. The meeting verifies and updates the high payoff target list; verifies, updates and retasks available collection assets for each HPT; allocates delivery systems to engage each target; and confirms the assets tasked to verify the effects on target after it has been attacked. Targeting meeting success requires: focus, participation by all BOS representatives, preparation by all participants, and the rapid developement and dissemination of required products.

The following personnel should attend the targeting meeting: the commander or executive officer, S-3, S-2, FSO and at brigade level the FSCOORD, targeting officer and direct support field artillery battalion S-2, ALO, ADA LNO, ANGLICO, ENG LNO, S-5, S-3 AIR, AVN LNO, MI CO CDR, PSYOPS, CIVIL AFFAIRS, Chemical Officer and the Staff Judge Advocate. Key to the successful conduct of the targeting meeting is that each representative come to the meeting prepared to discuss available assets and the capabilities and limitations of their particular Battlefield Operating System.

The executive officer or S-3 chairs the meeting. At Brigade level, the meeting should be tailored for operations 24-36 hours out and at battalion level 12-24 hours out, or it can be tailored for a specific event, i.e. the division recon, regimental recon, and main body. Participants must conduct detailed prior coordination, come prepared and bring several products to the meeting.

The S-3 brings any changes to the commander's intent, any changes to the task organization, requirements from higher headquarters to include recent FRAGOs and taskings, current combat power, the current situation of subordinate units, planned operations and maneuver assets available.

The S-2 prepares an overview of the current enemy situation, current situational and event templates, current high value targets with locations, the commander's priority intelligence requirements, named areas of interest and an overview of the reconnaissance and surveillance plan. Most importantly he prepares a predictive analysis of future enemy courses of action based on continuous IPB. The S-2's products must be tailored to the designated time period to be discussed at the meeting.

The Fire Support Officer provides the current high payoff target list and prepares the proposed high payoff target list for the designated period, with grid coordinates previously coordinated with the S-2. The grid coordinates must be the most current and as accurate as possible. This will require detailed and extensive analysis, consultation and coordination with the S-2 and other staff members. He brings the current target synchronization matrix and must be fully prepared to reviews what has and hasn't been accomplished. He also brings the current attack guidance matrix, and target selection standards. He prepares to brief fire support assets available including status of the Q36, close air support station time and sorties available, AC130 status if applicable, status of naval gunfire, and ammunition availability and projection normally expressed in number of volleys by type, or minutes of continuous smoke or illumination.

Based on the situation, additional staff members will need to provide the assets available and the capabilities and limitations of their assets. They must be prepared to discuss the integration of their assets into the targeting process. Additionally, they must also be able to discuss in detail the capabilities and limitations of enemy assets within their BOS. If it is impossible for a particular staff officer to attend the meeting they must provide their products and information to the primary staff officer that has supervisory responsibility for their particular area.

The following tools should be available to facilitate the conduct of the targeting meeting:

Target Synchronization Matrix

List of Potential Detection Assets

List of Potential Delivery Assets

The target synchronization matrix visually illustrates the High Payoff Targets and is designed to list specific targets with locations, in each category. The matrix then provides entries to ensure each target is covered by an NAI, specific detect, deliver and assess assets for each target and attack guidance for each target. Once completed, the target synchronization matrix serves as a basis for updating the R&S plan and issuing a FRAGO at the conclusion of the meeting. In addition, it facilitates the distribution of the results of the target meeting.

A list of all potential assets available to the unit visualizes to all attendees what assets may be available for detection and deliver y purposes. It is essential that staff members are prepared to discuss the potential contribution for the particular assets within their BOS.

PART 3

THE TARGETING MEETING

The Executive Officer should open the targeting meeting by conducting a roll call, detailing its purpose, the agenda and specifying the time period or event being discussed in the meeting.

The S-2 provides an intelligence update. First, he briefs the current enemy situation. Next the S-2 reviews the current collection, and reconnaissance and surveillance plans. Third, the S-2 provides a battle damage assessment of targets previously engaged since the last targeting meeting and the impact on the enemy course of action. Next he provides an analysis of the enemy's most probable courses of actions and locations for the next 24-36 hours using the event template and a list of high value targets. Finally, the S-2 briefs changes to the PIR for review by the battle staff.

The second briefer is the S-3. First, he briefs any particular guidance from the commander and changes to his intent. Second, he briefs any requirements from higher headquarters since the last targeting meeting and a review of current operations. Finally he informs the battle staff of the status of assets available for the targeting process.

The third briefer is the FSCOORD or FSO. He reviews the current target synchronization matrix, providing a summary of results of actions taken. Next he provides the new target synchronization matrix with the proposed list of HPTs and locations for the battle staffs' concurrence and refinement.(Show Target Synchronization Matrix) Once any changes to the HPT have been made and any locations updated or refined, the XO or S-3 facilitates a crosswalk to complete the rest of the matrix by identifying a detector, determining an attack means and assigning an asset to assess each HPT.

The first step is to determine and prioritize collection assets responsible for detecting, confirming or denying the location of each suspected target. This information should then be entered into the detect portion of the Target Synchronization Matrix. Be specific, state what unit or asset must detect, or confirm or deny the location of each specific target. Clear and concise taskings must be given to the acquisition assets. Mobile HPTs must be detected and tracked to maintain current target location. Assets should be placed in the best position according to estimates of when and where the enemy targets will be located. Consider assigning an NAI to the target and enter the number on the Target Synchronization Matrix.

The second step is to determine which delivery means will be used to attack each target once detected or confirmed by using the list of delivery assets available. Enter this information into the Deliver portion of the Target Synchronization Matrix. Consider redundant means to attack each target. When determining an attack asset for each target, the attack guidance is also determined and entered. Determine for each delivery means when to attack the target (immediately, as acquired, or planned) and the effects to be achieved on the target. Effects of fire can be to destroy, neutralize, suppress or harass the target.
Destroy - physically renders the target permanently combat ineffective or so damaged that it cannot function unless restored, reconstituted, or rebuilt.
Neutralize- renders the target ineffective or unusable for a temporary period.
Suppress - degrades a weapon system's performance below the level needed to fulfill its mission. Lasts only as long as fires continue.

Harass- designed to disturb the rest of enemy troops, curtail movement, and lower enemy morale.

The final step is to determine and prioritize which assets will assess whether desired effects were achieved on targets after they are attacked. Enter this information into the Assess portion of the Target Synchronization Matrix.

During this portion of the meeting, it is essential that each member of the battle staff and each BOS representative provides their expertise and knowledge of friendly and enemy systems capabilities and limitations. (Show footage on crosswalking through a target). Consideration should be given to providing redundant means to detect, deliver and assess targets. At the conclusion of the crosswalk, the target synchronization matrix should be complete. The XO should keep the focus of the discussion to within the possibilities of friendly unit operations and should be the final arbitrator when filling out the target synchronization matrix.

PART 4

Products of the Targeting Process

Upon completion of the targeting meeting, the XO, S-3, S-2 and FSO brief the commander on the results of the targeting meeting. Once the results of the targeting meeting are approved several products are updated, written, and reproduced for distribution. This must be accomplished quickly, allowing sufficient time for subordinate units to react, plan, rehearse, and execute.

The timing of the targeting meeting is critical.. It must be effectively integrated into the brigade's battle rhythm to ensure that the results of the targeting process focuses, rather than disrupt operations. A successful technique is to conduct the brigade targeting meeting immediately following the commander's A.M. update, with all products, to include the fragmentary order issued to the battalion task forces by midday. This allows the battalion task forces to incorporate guidance and taskings from brigade into their targeting meeting conducted mid to late afternoon. This enables them to issue orders to their companies, conduct rehearsals, pre-combat checks and execute within the designated time period.

Targeting meeting products are:

- The updated target synchronization matrix. This matrix specifies what high payoff targets the commander has decided to attack, how the target will be detected, what lethal or non-lethal system will deliver on the target, and how to assess the damage done.

- The most important products resulting from a targeting meeting are translating the target synchronization matrix into taskings to subordinate units and assets. The S-3 should prepare and issue a FRAGO to subordinate elements to execute the planned attack and assessment of targets developed in the targeting meeting. The S-2 reorients his acquisition assets and updates and disseminates the collection or R&S plan. Each staff member should confirm that subordinate elements receive taskings as a result of the targeting meeting and confirm that these tasks are executed.

Conclusion

The targeting process is one of the single most important events to integrate, synchronize and focus combat power. It requires command emphasis and the full and effective integration of all battlefield operating systems. It must be effectively integrated into the unit's battle rhythm. It is not just a wartime function. This process must be exercised before battle if it is to be effective. The members of the targeting team must be familiar with their roles and the roles of other team members. That familiarity can only be acquired through staff training.

FIRE SUPPORT ANNEX BRIEFING

PURPOSE Commander's Guidance for how indirect fires

will support the direct fire battle.

PRIORITY Priority of fires described in terms of what

specific maneuver events cause a shift or

change in POF.

ALLOCATION Assets available, ammunition in terms of

battalion and/or battery volleys, minutes of

smoke & illumination for artillery and mortars.

CRITICAL TARGETS Brief the fire plan here. What are the

critical targets & specific purpose for each

one. Answer the 5 W's here. (who, What, Where,

When, and Why). Relate to the scheme of

maneuver (eg: As 1st Bn crosses the LD/LC,

suppress AE1004 and allow lead element to

maneuver southeast of combat outpost)

RESTRICTIONS FSCMs, restraints, constraints (ie, must save

50% of Bn Mortar WP for Phase II).

FIRE SUPPORT REHEARSALS

1. FM 7-20, page 2-24. Combat rehearsals are conducted to help a unit gain agility, to ensure synchronization, to increase initiative, and to improve depth of a force through practice. Both fire support and maneuver actions should be rehearsed, which

reinforce the scheme of maneuver and fire plan.

2. FM 6-20-1, pages 3-12 to 3-15. Rehearsals are an integral part of the planning process. It should both practice and test the plan. If at all possible it should be combined with maneuver.

a. Rehearsal procedures should be established as a part of unit SOPs. As a minimum SOPs should identify the following:

(1) Who will participate in the rehearsal?

(2) What should be rehearsed?

(3) What the sequence of the rehearsal should be?

(4) What the priority of methods for rehearsals will be (suitable or actual terrain,

model, map, sand table, wire, or radio).

b. Two types of rehearsals are normally successful. They are a combined maneuver and fire support rehearsal, and a FSCOORD/FSO fire support rehearsal. Often units must conduct both rehearsals to ensure that maximum synchronization is gained in supporting the scheme of maneuver with fires. Normally, time is not available during the combined maneuver and fire support rehearsal to allow for a "technical rehearsal".

3. Combined Maneuver and Fire Support Rehearsal.

a. Key players include the maneuver staff, all fire support cell members, mortar platoon leader, chemical officer, aviation liaison officer, CEWI company commander, and engineer officer.

b. Normally the unit S3 directs the rehearsal using a synchronization matrix and/or execution checklist; the FSCOORD/FSO should use his Fire Support Execution Matrix. In doing so, the rehearsal is normally executed by reciting and/or performing:

(1) Actions to occur.

(2) Possible friendly initiatives.

(3) Possible reactions to enemy initiatives.

(4) Control measures.

(5) Significant events that are to occur in relation to time or phases of the operation.

c. As a minimum for each phase or time period of the operation the FSCOORD/FSO should cover the following:

(1) Grid locations for critical targets.

(2) Trigger points are verified for each target.

(3) Target engagement criteria are established (such as: "Initiate fires on target AD3001 when five enemy dismounts pass trigger point 6").

(4) A primary and backup observer are established for each target.

(5) Primary and backup communications links are identified for each observer.

(6) Establish for each target a priority and purpose (what effects are to be achieved). The FSO must address why fires are needed in relation to specific maneuver events & what he intends to accomplish with the fires; for example: "As Alpha Company crosses Phase Line Bucs, Alpha Company FSO will initiate fires on AE2003 to suppress the combat outpost located vic hill 200."

(7) Determine the method of engagement (at my command, time on target, or when ready).

(8) Establish attack guidance, such as shell-fuze combination, number of volleys, and unit(s) to fire is specified for each target.

(9) Discuss the movement plan specifying when and where units will move.

4. FSCOORD/FSO Fire Support Rehearsal

a. Since often, even when units conduct combined maneuver and fire support rehearsals, all members that are involved in the provision of fire support from platoon FO level to tube section level can not be present combined rehearsals are normally followed by a "technical rehearsal". These serve to refine the fire support plan, ensure understanding by all fire support personnel, and prove the feasibility of executing the current plan.

b. This rehearsal is executed using the Fire Support Execution Matrix (FSEM) as a script for executing fires to support the scheme of maneuver. The FA battalion uses and

verifies the FA Support Plan.

c. The FSCOORD/FSO knowing the friendly scheme of maneuver and having a valid FSEM (which serves as a script for the rehearsal establishes the time for all key participants (same as a combined rehearsal, except for the maneuver staff) to be ready

to conduct the rehearsal. The FSCOORD/FSO then begins the rehearsal by announcing key times or phases of the operation. Each participant then executes the actions he will take (normally, short of actually delivering fires on the appropriate target). These are:

(1) FSOs (to include the FSO conducting the rehearsal): verify they can observe their assigned targets and trigger points, fire their assigned targets, place fire support

coordinating measures into effect, and make the reports the fire support system depends on for its combat information.

(2) Forward Observers (FO): Do the same as FSOs, while ensuring that high priority missions (such as FPFs or priority targets) are loaded in the buffers of their DMD/FED, and ensuring that signals for lifting and shifting fires are understood.

(3) The ALO monitors airspace coordination, clears

aircraft to depart from their Initial Point, calls for target marking and marking of friendly locations, and requests initiation of SEAD.

(4) The DS battalion or mortar platoon/section leader monitors and ensures that:

(a) Units are displaced to support the plan.

(b) FDC issues fire orders and passes message to observers.

(c) Transfer of control of fires for displacement of the battalion FDC (FA battalion only).

(d) Radars are cued on assigned azimuths (FA battalion only).

(e) Firing unit FDC(s) compute firing data and issue fire commands, acknowledge FSCM(s), and ensure it can fire its assigned mission.

(f) Howitzer and mortar section leaders determine if ammunition is on-hand and if mission is within traverse limits.

d. If a combined maneuver and fire support rehearsal has not been conducted the FSO should also cover those items in paragraph four above. Alternative friendly courses of action (branches and sequels to the plan) may also be rehearsed if time permits;

however, be careful not to allow these to become the focus of your rehearsal.

e. The important features of the rehearsal are:

(1) It presupposes the plan is complete.

(2) It uses actual players, not stand-ins, down to the lowest level.

(3) Correct any problems as they arise.

(4) Rehearses the plan as it will be executed.

(5) Update the fire support matrix on the spot w/ any changes.

5. It is suggested that rehearsals are concluded with a summary of each units status (to include firing unit ammunition status) and location. This will facilitate planning of future operations.

REHEARSAL SEQUENCE

*Note: The various methods available to conduct a rehearsal are as numerous as the various types of rehearsals. The following checklist is not designed to cover every possible contingency that could or even should be discussed during the conduct of a

rehearsal. However, it is designed to provide a short framework as a possible suggestion on areas to cover. It can be expanded as necessary, modified based on experience, and tailored to fit offensive or defensive operations.

_____ Ensure all key players are present.

_____ Orient participants to the map/sandtable & the maneuver graphics that will be

used for the operation/rehearsal.

_____ Event by event discussion. (This applies to an integrated maneuver/fire support

rehearsal or a separate FS rehearsal)

_____ Maneuver event identified.

_____ Supporting fire support action identified and discussed in terms of the 5W's.

_____ Where - Target location

_____ Who - Execution responsibility & communication links (primary,

alternate, and backup)

_____ Why - Purpose described (ie, execute AE4000 to suppress the enemy

combat outpost located near hill 201 as Alpha Company maneuvers to

the west & bypasses)

_____ When - Engagement criteria (as Alpha Company crosses PL Apple,

which is the east/west road north of hill 201, the lead platoon FO will

execute AE4000 to suppress the COP)

_____ What - Desired effects (ammunition and shell/fuze combination required

to render neutralization, destruction, or suppression)

_____ Continue event by event. Discuss the 5W's for any maneuver event requiring an

associated fire support action.

_____ Recap all critical fire support actions by individual responsible. (Bde FSO, Bn

FSO, A FSO, B FSO, C FSO, attachments)

_____ ALO & SALTO recap critical CAS, NGF events.

_____ FSO verifies all applicable frequencies, callsigns, and codewords.

_____ Final scrub of target list and fire support execution matrix.

_____ Exchange information - updated ammo counts, etc.

_____ FSO quickly recaps all critical fire support events using the Priority, Purpose,

Allocation, Restriction format.

_____ Priority - discuss priorities of fire and what maneuver events Trigger a change

or shift in priority (Artillery & Bn mortars).

_____ Purpose - discuss the purpose of all critical targets within the Bde or Bn's

sector as applicable.

_____ Allocation - ensure personnel with target responsibility understand how much

ammunition is available for their targets.

_____ Restrictions - FSCMs and any other restraints, constraints (i.e., must save 50%

of Bn mortar WP for Phase II)

*Note: The last item may be done at the beginning of the rehearsal or at the conclusion. The fire support execution matrix should assist in covering these areas and should be the base document for the rehearsal process.

BRIGADE FIRE SUPPORT TAC OR ASSAULT CP

_____ Two radios

_____ SOIs for FA and maneuver (current variable and challenge/password).

_____ Lap map with maneuver graphics, FSCMs, and target overlay.

_____ Fire support execution matrix.

_____ Copies of OPSKEDs from brigade TACSOP for current and anticipated

operations.

_____ DA 1594 available for log; blank message forms for recording incoming

messages.

_____ Flashlight available (with extra batteries).

_____ When deployed with a vehicle include the following:

_____ Vehicle doors and covers for blackout operations.

_____ Speakers for radios.

_____ Lamp light, chem lights.

_____ Water cans full.

_____ Camouflage net with poles.

_____ VS-17 panels.

_____ Rations, personal bags.

_____ OVM/BII, tie-down straps as needed.

_____ Extra batteries for radios.

_____ Vehicle slings for air assault operations.

BRIGADE FIRE SUPPORT LTACFIRE VEHICLE

_____ Map boards for current and future operations.

_____ Radios (minimum of four operational).

_____ OE-254 antennas, with spare antennae cable.

_____ AN/GRA-39s as needed.

_____ AC/DC converter with generator if available.

_____ Desk with:

_____ Tape (100mi/hr, scotch, masking)

_____ Alcohol pens _____ Overlays/acetate

_____ Alcohol _____ Blank folders

_____ Paper towels _____ Paper clips

_____ Toilet paper _____ Carbon paper

_____ Chem lights _____ Coordinate scales

_____ Scissors _____ LTACFIRE paper

_____ Range fan GTA _____ Paper

_____ Manual box with:

_____ FM 6-20-50 _____ FM 6-20-20

_____ FM 6-30 _____ TFT for weapon system

_____ FM 101-5-1 _____ FM 100-2-3

_____ Brigade TACSOP _____ DIVARTY TACSOP

_____ FA Battalion TACSOP

_____ Blank forms:

_____ Fire Support Execution Matrix

_____ Target List Worksheets (DA 4655-R)

_____ Scheduling Worksheets (DA 4656-R)

_____ Quick Fire Plan (DA 5368-R)

_____ Journal (DA 1594)

_____ FASCAM Minefield Planning Sheet (DA 5032-R)

_____ High Pay-Off Targets/Attack Guidance Matrix

_____ 3X5 and 5X7 Cards

_____ Fire Support Status Boards

FA OPERATIONS CHECKLISTS

PREDEPLOYMENT

PRE-DEPLOYMENT CHECKLIST 3

PRE-COMBAT CHECKS 4

PRE-DEPLOYMENT COMMO/NCS CHECKLIST 6

JUMP TOC/ASSAULT CP CHECKLIST 8

S3 VEHICLE LOAD CHECKLIST 9

TOC EQUIPMENT LOAD-OUT CHECKLIST 9

OPERATIONS

S2 ORDERS CHECKLIST 11

S2 COORDINATING INSTRUCTIONS 12

RSO/SURVEY PLANNING 13

S3 PLANNING CHECKLIST 14

S-3 REQUIREMENTS FROM BDE FSO CHECKLIST 15

FA SUPPORT PLAN 16

FIELD ARTILLERY/FIRE SUPPORT REHEARSAL 17

TOC OPERATIONS CHECKLIST 19

DAILY UPDATE SEQUENCE 20

COUNTERFIRE CHECKLIST 21

COUNTERFIRE BATTLEDRILL 21

TOC INFORMATION FLOW BATTLE DRILL 22

LNO BRIEF 22

CASUALTY REPORTING CHECKLIST 23

ATTACHMENT CHECKLIST 24

BATTALION FDC CHECKLISTS

FDC SHIFT CHANGE BRIEF CHECKLIST 25

FDO/FSO CHECKLIST 25

FDC AIR ASSAULT CHECKLIST 26

FIRE MISSIONS

LOW AND HIGH ANGLE ADJUST 26

LOW AND HIGH ANGLE ADJUST (GVLLD) 27

WR FIRE FOR EFFECT (BN MASS) 28

AMC FIRE FOR EFFECT 28

LARGE IRREGULAR SHAPE TARGET 29

BATTALION COORDINATED ILLUM 29

TIME ON TARGET (BN MASS) 30

AN/TPQ-36 CHECKLISTS

PRE-COMBAT CHECKS 31
RADAR/ADVANCE PARTY CHECKLIST 33
RADAR SITE RECON PARTY 33
RADAR OPERATIONS CHECKLIST 34
RADAR SHELTER SHIFT CHANGE 35

RADAR NBC OPERATIONS 36
RADAR PERIMETER DEFENSE 36

AIR DEFENSE 37

USE OF NON-AIR DEFENSE WEAPONS 37

OCCUPATIONS

TOC OCCUPATION BATTLE DRILL 38

SITE RECON/QUARTERING PARTY 39

NBC OPERATIONS 40

AIR DEFENSE 43

COMMUNICATIONS

COMMUNICATIONS - BATTLE CHECKLIST 45

SINCGARS TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST 48

OE-254 CHECKLIST 48

BATTERY CARE/USAGE CHECKLIST 48

VEHICLE RADIO CHECKLIST 48

MANPACK CHECKLIST 49

COMMO MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST 49

MINEFIELD CHECKLISTS

CONVOY OPERATIONS/UNEXPLODED ORDNANCE 50

DISMOUNTED PATROLLING IN A FACTIONAL ENVIRONMENT 50

EXTRACTION FROM A MINEFIELD 51

FACTIONAL COORDINATION CHECKLIST 51

PREDEPLOYMENT

PRE-DEPLOYMENT CHECKLIST

_____ All sensitive items drawn.

_____ All binos, NVGs, Bayonets, Magazines

_____ Test all NVGs.

_____ Pmcs performed on all individual weapons, equipment, etc.

_____ Bayonets dummy corded; GPS, NVGs carried and dummy corded

_____ Crew served weapons; inspect all components, T&E, spare barrel, gloves, wrench

_____ Special batteries: GPS, NVGs, radio, Mine Detector.

_____ 550 cord, trash bag, extension cords, M2 burner, hand saws, grass cutters, axes,

bolt cutters, flashlight, bug spray, camouflage sticks .

_____ Wire and work gloves, plywood, concertina & barbed wire.

_____ Black spray paint for exposed tree stumps.

_____ Extra netting to cover fighting positions.

_____ Rolls of concertina and sandbags per vehicle IAW unit SOP.

_____ Bungee cords for rapid tie down of equipment.

_____ Long and short pickets with picket driver IAW unit SOP.

_____ Portable lantern; 1ea at TOC, ALOC and Btry HQ.

_____ Battery operated lanterns (same)

_____ 55 gallon blivet holder.

_____ Extra light bulbs, clock

_____ Mine detector (tested), Advanced Party OE-254

_____ Section Chiefs smart book : Soldier standard name line; battle roster #; serial #'s

for wpn, mask, NVG, GVS-5, GPS, scopes, radios, binos, compass.

_____ Serial number and quantity inventory of other equipment

_____ Extra series 200 locks, Arms room weapons racks

PRE-COMBAT CHECKS

INDIVIDUAL

_____ Personal equipment serviceable and present.

_____ Equipment packed IAW Unit packing list.

_____ A-Bag marked and serviceable.

_____ ID Card and ID Tags presents.

_____ Sensitive items presents

_____ Weapons. _____ Compass.

_____ Mask. _____ Binos.

_____ NVGs. _____ GPS.

_____ COMSEC Device/SOI. _____ NBC suit

DRIVERS

_____ PMCS performed (Deficiencies corrected).

_____ Vehicle mission capable.

_____ Required items present/serviceable.

_____ Keys. _____ Dispatch.

_____ Log book. _____ BII.

_____ Appropriate -10 TM. _____ M-11.

_____ Fire extinguisher. _____ Fuel & Water

Cans.

_____ Fuel reading level at appropriate level IAW unit SOP.

_____ Radio system mission capable and PMCSd.

_____ Variable loaded in radio.

_____ Antenna attached.

_____ Handset present.

_____ Canvas and tailgate properly secured.

_____ Vehicle equipment tied down and secured.

PLATOON SERGEANT

_____ Section Pre-combat checks complete.

_____ Chiefs understand objectives.

_____ Aiming circle/compass declinated.

_____ Map of AO present.

_____ Equipment mission ready (XO aware of NMC items).

_____ All needed equipment out of the arms room.

_____ All commo equipment checked (COMEX) prior to move out.

_____ Convoy procedures briefed.

_____ Changes briefed to chiefs.

_____ All vehicles dispatched/PMCSd/loaded IAW load plan (howitzer, trailers and

generators).

_____ Conduct brief backs prior to move out.

_____ Make SP time. PRE-COMBAT CHECKS

SECTION CHIEFS

_____ Troops personal equipment present/loaded.

_____ All equipment loaded IAW approved load plan and mission ready.

_____ Personal Equip _____ Water cans full

_____ MREs _____ Tools/BII/OVM

_____ Nets/Supports _____ Weapons w/BII

_____ Section Equip _____ Commo Equip

_____ Forms/TMs _____ Fuel cans full

w/o leaks

_____ Batteries _____ Class IV

_____ Map of area of operations present.

_____ Sensitive items personally checked by serial #.

_____ Air movement operations required items present.

_____ Slings serviceable (kit bags).

_____ Rachet straps.

_____ Canvas (no metal to metal contact).

_____ Load binder straps (2 ea).

_____ 100 MPH Tape _____ Cotton webbing

_____ Bean bag lights _____ VS-17 panel

_____ Section NBC equipment loaded (M256 Kit, M8 Alarm, M8/M9 Paper, etc).

_____ Range card (2 ea) for crew served weapons.

_____ Miscellaneous items present.

_____ Battery FSOP _____ Flash lights

_____ Expendables _____ Trash Bags

_____ Water purification tabs

_____ Heater _____ Vehicle doors

_____ Combat lifesaver bags

_____ Equipment left behind inventoried/tagged (list to Supply SGT)

_____ Brief section personnel on;

_____ Planned movement, assembly, etc

_____ Challenge/password

_____ Objectives

_____ Priorities of work.

_____ Immediate action (signal, drill)

_____ Critical times

_____ Ambush (blocked/unblocked/minefield)

_____ Hipshoot _____ Routes

_____ Air attack _____ Situation

_____ Make SP time.

COMMO PRE-DEPLOYMENT CHECKLIST

_____ Current SOI on hand.

_____ Current fills (COMSEC, HOPSET, U&M Keys) on hand.

_____ Batteries on hand.

_____ Maintenance forms on hand and filled out.

_____ 100% of all commo equipment on hand.

_____ All equipment is 100% fully missing capable.

NCS CHECKLIST

The NCS exercises complete control over its radio net. An alternate NCS should be appointed for each net.

_____ Maintain an NCS log of activiites on DA Form 1594.

_____ Initiate net call upon opening the net and designate the net as free or directed and

if abbreviated call signs can be used.

_____ Immediately correct any improper radio procedures.

_____ Monitor length of transmissins, a single transmission should never exced 15

seconds, even while frequency hopping.

PREDEPLOYMENT CHECKLIST FOR DIGITAL/VOICE COMMUNICATIONS:

____ Solid SOP developed, specifying software initialization instructions for all digital

devices

____ Insure all subscribers are on a common comsec matrix

____ Insure all subscribers are on a common authenticator variable (CAV)

____ Insure all subscribers have a copy of the subscriber table. It should include

multisubscribers, relay subscribers, subscriber identification codes, and each

subscribers primary digital net should be specified

____ Insure your net setting parameters are established for each digital net (For a list of

entries to watch out for refer to ST 6-1-2, Pg 3-17)

____ Insure SYS:SBT message format is filled out according to current SOP/subscriber

table (For more detailed information refer to ST 6-1-2, Pg 3-25)

____ PMCS and test OE 254 antennas

____ Insure all parts are present

____ Water-proof cables at RF connectors by wrapping them with electrical tape

____ Check OE 254 antenna for forward and reflective power with a prim 34 or

AN/URM 182A

____ Install all safety caps on AB24 elements of OE 254 antenna

____ Have organizational maintenance check antennas for short circuits and poor

connections (Use a multimeter as outlined in TM 11-5985-357-13)

____ Insure cuts on cables are inspected, tested and taped

____ PMCS vehicle

____ Insure radio and tacfire power cables are installed securely in vehicle

____ Insure vehicle is charging at proper level to maintain continuous digital

communications (Use a multimeter to check proper power output)

____ Insure vehicle RF cables are not coiled

____ PMCS generators

____ Insure generator is set for the proper power output setting (measure with a

calibrated multimeter)

____ Insure the proper grounding equipment is on hand for generator sets

____ Insure operators are trained and licensed on generators (unlicensed operators can

cause severe power surges which may damage sesitive equipment)

____ Insure power converter is mounted away from OE 254 antenna cables and vehicle

RF cables

JUMP TOC/ASSAULT CP LOAD CHECKLIST

_____ # Folding Map Boards (fit in ALICE)

_____ Maps

_____ Log - 1594

_____ Whiz Wheels

_____ Copy of OPSKEDS (Arty & INF)

_____ Pens, pencils, highlighter

_____ Ammunition Count

_____ Personnel - Manifested/cross loaded

_____ SINCGARS with batteries (FH, Secure)

_____ OE-254 Head with cable, 550 cord

_____ Handsets

_____ Masking tape

_____ Rubber bands

_____ Waterproof bag with personal gear (seasonal)

_____ Personal hygiene gear

_____ Wet weather gear (GORTEX)

_____ Flashlights

_____ Compasses

_____ Commo - all nets up (radio checks)

_____ Ammo Update

_____ Intell Update (SWEAT: Situation, Weapons Enemy, Ammo, Targets)

_____ Friendly location update

_____ Missions fired

_____ Any Chart Update

_____ Future Planning

_____ Concerns

_____ Convoy route (S3 Log)

_____ Any changes in ledger since last control

_____ Special instructions

_____ Contingency plans (what if)S3 VEHICLE LOAD CHECKLIST

_____ Call sign board.

_____ Manuals, FMs, etc.

_____ TA-312

_____ NVGs

_____ Binoculars

_____ Compass

_____ Water cans

_____ Fuel cans

_____ MREs

_____ S3 personal bags

_____ Drivers bags

_____ Radios (radio check) & primed

_____ Secures (punched up)

_____ Handsets

_____ Log book; Dispatch, Load Plan, BII, VS17

_____ Cots

_____ Net

_____ Pole bag with poles and stakes

_____ Canvas cover

_____ Toilet paper

_____ Trash bags

_____ Flashlight for driver

_____ Batteries; BA 3030, AA, NVG

TOC EQUIPMENT LOADOUT CHECKLIST

_____ SICPS with liners and floors.

_____ Light sets complete.

_____ Work tables

_____ Chairs .

_____ Field boxes; S2, S3, Chemo

_____ Field Desk

_____ Map board S2 and S3

_____ Office supplies:

Tape: (100 mph, masking, scotch ) Whiz Wheel

Overlay drops Alcohol erasers

Alcohol pens (S,F,M) Range fans.

Target grids (Circular friendly zones) Pad of paper.

Coordinate plotting scale.

_____ SOIs/ANCDs

_____ Junction Box

_____ Extension cords

_____ Generators/grounding rods

_____ Radio systems: D/A CF 1, BN CF 1, Bde, D/A, O&I

_____ Prim radios

_____ Remotes

_____ Remote land line to FSE

_____ TA-312s; TOC-S3, BN Cdr, Gate Guard

_____ Vehicle Log books/Load Plans:

Fire Extinguisher Dispatch

2408-14 Water cans

Fuel cans MREs

BII VS-17 panels

Airmobile slings/yo-yo devices

_____ Laptop

_____ TAC FAX

_____ Visible file folder.

_____ Heaters (kerosene in cans, wicks)

_____ Ledger; log, unit locations.

_____ Hex tent

_____ Formatted disks; FA Spt Plan, FRAGO

_____ S2 blank forms, folders, document protectors.

_____ Intel Pubs; FM 6-121, FM 100 series.

_____ Printer

_____ Pubs FM 6-20-1, 6-20-50, 6-50, MTP, Bde SOP

_____ Misc

-Broom -Brushes for commo

-Limited POL -DA 1594s

-Rags for tables/overlays -3x5 cards

-100 mph tape -5x8 cards

-Acetate -Velcro

-Masking tape -Rubber bands

-Document protectors -Manila file folders

-Paper tablets -Post-its

-Plotting Scale -Alcohol pads

-Pencils (mechanical w/lead) -Scissors

-Typing paper (copy paper) -Batteries

OPERATIONS

S2 ORDERS CHECKLIST

_____ Terrain Analysis (focus on overall Bde area and areas around batteries). Consult

with the Brigade S2 and request imagery, photos, LRST reports etc

Consider :

_____ Observation and fields of fire. (Radar and battery survivability positions)

_____ Cover and concealment

_____ Obstacles

_____ Key terrain

_____ Avenues of Approach

_____ Trafficability

_____ Factors affecting digging. (soil consistency, restrictions, ROE, etc.)

_____ Weather/Light Data (particularly rainfall and illumination)

_____ Enemy Estimates (what is the greatest threat to the battalion and the batteries?)

_____ Maneuver

_____ Indirect

_____ ADA

_____ Air (fixed & rotary)

_____ Enemy Capabilities

_____ EW

_____ TGT ACQ

_____ NBC

_____ Logistics

_____ Reinforcements

_____ Minefields

_____ Enemy Situation

_____ Courses of action

_____ Reserves

_____ Offensive

Recon (Div/Reg)

Dismounts

1st Echelon

2nd Echelon

_____ Defensive

Recon (Div/Reg)

COPs (Observation Posts)

_____ Air Assault/Airborne forces

_____ Local population

_____ Insurgents/Terrorists

_____ Indirect OB

_____ OPFOR Pattern Analysis

S2 COORDINATING INSTRUCTIONS.

_____ Report all OPFOR contact and mortar or artillery fire.

_____ Report all Stolen or Captured equipment ASAP.

_____ Use proper SALUTE reporting procedures.

_____ Batteries will submit battery defense plans to S2 as soon as completed.

_____ War game with BDE S2 for OPFOR indirect fire probable locations, assets and

COA's.

_____ Include Q-36 in brigade targeting effort and collection plan.

_____ Report all Q-36 OPFOR indirect fire acquisitions to the BDE S-2 IAW unit SOP.

_____ S2 attend the BDE targeting meeting.

RSO/SURVEY PLANNING

_____ Get to know Survey/Trig data of AO.

_____ In the absence of survey/trig data, incorporate PLGR for starting control.

_____ Coordinate & Supervise Survey opns within AO.

_____ Formulate Survey plan with S3. Don't forget about infantry mortars during

planning!

_____ Provide Survey Tab to the FA SPT Plan.

_____ Coordinate directly with FB BCs and S3 concerning survey requirements.

_____ Establish SIMO station for passing directional control/declination stations ASAP

upon entry into AO.

_____ Perform general recon & observation as required by the S3 and S2.

_____ BPT establish initial survey position control, but remember to close on higher HQ

(DIVARTY) when available.

_____ Continue to develop Trig list off established SCPs.

_____ Conduct route and position reconnaissance.

_____ Take NBC NCO for CAM during route and position reconnaissance if enemy has a

chemical threat.

_____ Plan for survey of mortars, obstacles, COLTs, GSR's, etc. Ensure priorities of

work are clearly established and articluted

S3 PLANNING CHECKLIST

_____ Rules of Engagement.

_____ Fire Support TASKS.

_____ Develop Field Artillery Mission.

_____ Articulate the FA Battalion Commander's Intent

_____ C2.

_____ FS Planning and Coordination.

_____ Clearly articulate capabilities and limitations

_____ Special Considerations.

_____ FA Organization for Combat.

OPNS

_____ Coordinate positioning of batteries.

_____ Plan Movements; routes, clearance of positions.

_____ Maintain current info on sit map.

_____ Keep FDC informed on all positions and planned moves.

_____ Coordinate survey.

_____ Monitor, manage, expedite ammo resupply & logistical operations.

_____ Coordinate with FDO, schedule all preplanned fires.

_____ Synchronize FS execution Matrix and FA SPT Matrix.

_____ Prep & send FA SPT Plan (includes FA SPT Matrix, graphics, target overlays).

_____ Supervise Ammo Mgmt.

_____ Keep ALOC informed (ALT TOC).

_____ Provide liaison to reinforced FA units.

_____ BPT assume C2 of reinforcing/reinforced Arty BNs during MSU opns.

_____ Coordinate commo with SIGO.

_____ Coordinate positions with BDE S3 through FSO.

S-3 REQUIREMENTS FROM BDE FSO CHECKLIST

_____ Receipt of a Div Order/Opns ....

_____ Concept/Initial AO graphics

_____ General MNVR orientation

_____ Cdr's Intent/Scheme of maneuver

_____ Hourly friendly unit status -- locations

_____ FSCMs

_____ Air on station - when, how long?

_____ NGF Spt on station - when, how long?

_____ Current fire plans - (not FA) - CAS, NGF, JAAT, CAV

_____ Immediate notification of targeting priority changes

_____ Any changes to priorities of fire

_____ Synchronization Matrix

_____ DST/decision points

_____ A2C2 Measures

_____ CDS Tracking

_____ Any convoys working from BSA?

_____ Target Deconfliction/Maintenancce

_____ Additional assets from outside Bn: GS, R, GSR, MET, SURVEY

_____ Civilian Activities in AO (all reports)

_____ Significant Activities

_____ Pre-clearance of fires/FFAs

_____ PRF Codes for GVLLD

_____ When/where is AVN flying?

_____ Password/# combination

_____ Double check of graphics

_____ Targeting meetings - when? (send S-2, FDO)

_____ Future missions heads-up

_____ Help stress FSO at rehearsals w/proper items to FDO

_____ Nominate Tgts for CAS from FA

_____ Q36: Help get Infantry Sqd, Engrs for survivability

_____ Execution matrix by phase lines

_____ Assistance in Logspt

_____ Need copy of Battle Roster

_____ Make sure we are reporting the same data

_____ LTACFIRE Scrub

_____ Any word on EPWs

_____ Stolen VEHs

_____ Help us out with Q36-Report 60, 81 and NGF firings

_____ Time Hacks

_____ Cut off time for targets

_____ Monitor VARIABLE & S0I changes

_____ Listen to our S-2

_____ Pass plan as you get it not when completed

FA SUPPORT PLAN

_____ Allocation of all FA assets.

_____ Projected changes to allocated FA assets based on tactical contingencies in

OPORD (On Order).

_____ FA BN CDRs concept of the operation.

_____ FA Organization for Combat.

_____ FA BN CDRs Intent.

_____ Definition of Success.

_____ Requirements for positioning & movement (FA EXEC Matrix).

_____ CSR.

_____ C2.

_____ Specific instructions for TA, Survey and MET.

_____ Specific instructions for CSS.

_____ Restrictions on ammo expenditures, types of fires, limiting risks to friendly troops.

_____ FSCMs.

_____ Target Lists.

_____ Schedules.

_____ Fire Support Execution Matrix.

_____ LTACFIRE Annex

_____ Special instructions on ROE, FS Commo, Log support.

_____ Locations of CP, ASP, ATPs.

_____ NBC Coordinating instructions.

FEILD ARTILLERY/FIRE SUPPORT REHEARSAL

*Note: The various methods available to conduct a rehearsal are as numerous as the various types of rehearsals. The following checklist is not designed to cover every possible contingency that could or even should be discussed during the conduct of a rehearsal. However, it is designed to provide a short framework as a possible suggestion on areas to cover. It can be expanded as necessary, modified based on experience, and tailored to fit offensive or defensive operations.

_____ What is the best type of rehearsal to use? (Back brief, reduced force, full force)

_____ What is the best technique? ( Map, radio, sand table, rock drill, TEWT)

_____ Ensure all key players are present.

_____ Orient participants to the map/sandtable & the maneuver graphics that will be used

for the operation/rehearsal.

_____ Event by event discussion. (This applies to combined arms rehearsal or a separate

FS rehearsal)

_____ Maneuver event identified

_____ Supporting fire support action identified and discussed in terms of the 5W's.

_____ Where - Target location

_____ Who - Execution/communication responsibility (primary, alternate, and

backup)

_____ Why - Purpose described (ie, execute AE4000 to suppress the enemy

combat outpost located near hill 201 as Alpha Company maneuvers to the

west & bypasses)

_____ When - Engagement criteria (as Alpha Company crosses PL Apple,

which is the east/west road north of hill 201, the lead platoon FO will

execute AE4000 to suppress the COP)

_____ What - Desired effects (ammunition and shell/fuze combination required

to render neutralization, destruction, or suppression)

_____ Continue event by event. Discuss the 5W's for any maneuver event requiring an

associated fire support action.

_____ Recap all critical fire support actions by individual responsible. (Bde FSO,

Bn FSO, A FSO, B FSO, C FSO, attachments)

_____ ALO & SALTO recap critical CAS, NGF events.

_____ FSO verifies all applicable frequencies, callsigns, and codewords.

_____ Final scrub of target list and fire support execution matrix.

_____ Exchange information - updated ammo counts, etc.

_____ FSO quickly recaps all critical fire support events using the Priority, Purpose,

Allocation,Restriction format.

_____ Priority - discuss priorities of fire and what maneuver events Trigger a change

or shift in priority(Artillery & Bn mortars).

_____ Purpose - discuss the purpose of all critical targets within the Bde or Bn's

sector as applicable.

_____ Allocation - ensure personnel with target responsibility understand how much

ammunition is available for their targets.

_____ Restrictions - FSCMs and any other restraints, constraints (i.e., must save 50%

of Bn mortar WP for Phase II)

*Note: The last item may be done at the beginning of the rehearsal or at the conclusion. The fire support execution matrix should assist in covering these areas and should be the base document for the rehearsal process.

TOC OPERATIONS CHECKLIST

_____ Rules (eating, drinking, sleeping, and equipment arrangement)

_____ Status Boards - S3, S2, FDO (lap), NBC (lap), Radar Tech

_____ Summaries posted (OPSUM, INTSUM, etc.)

_____ Journal - (1594 Logs - past, present & Joint message book)

_____ Ledger - (S3, S2) to track specific IR and PIR

_____ Shift change over briefs - (formal - time)

_____ Jump TOC SOP/Equipment available

_____ CDRs abbreviated update - any time of day

Who - (standard briefing sequence) S2-S3-FDO-RSO-TAWO-SIGO

Format - SWEAT: Situation, Weapons, Enemy, Ammo, Targets

______ Significant activities

______ Future plans

______ Issues

_____ Situation Maps - operations, intelligence, fire support/fire direction

_____ Shift Chart - (by name)

_____ Designate the sleep plan

_____ Field foot locker (packed per SOP packing list to include:forms/supplies/manuals)

_____ Pre-Combat checklist

_____ PMCS - Vehicles, Generators, Radios, Weapons.

_____ Movement/closure reports and orders forms

_____ Weapons/Radar capabilities/limitations overlay (range fans and visibility

diagrams/RDO)

_____ Medevac Procedures

_____ Battle Roster of entire battalion and any attachments

_____ RTO Cheat Sheets

_____ Warning Order/FRAGO (FM 6-20-1)

_____ Blank orders formatted

_____ Frequency change over/SOI with 2 day flip

_____ SOI compromise plan/counter Jam SOP

_____ TOC NBC team identified

_____ Defense Sketches/Range cards/TOC layout diagram

_____ Targets

_____ Weather posted

_____ Commo Status Chart

_____ Ammo - RSR - CSR: O/H, TGTs - MISSIONS, critical systems - POSTED!

_____ TOC Continuity Book - Layout, Load plan, Job Description, Recurring Actions

_____ TOC immediate action drills

ARTY ATTK/AIR ATTK/NBC ATTK/GROUND ATTK/CASUALTY EVAC

_____ Frequency/Call sign deconfliction 24 Hrs out

_____ OPSKEDS standardized and published

_____ INTSUMs

_____ FDO Cheat Sheets

DAILY SHIFT CHANGE BRIEFING/FORMAL COMMANDERS UPDATE

S2

_____ Date

_____ Weather

_____ High/Low temps for next 24 hours

_____ Probability of precipitation

_____ Effect of weather on friendly and enemy

_____ Significant enemy activities during last 24 hours

_____ Status of the Radar (AOS, Cueing AZ, Zones, Dead Space, etc.)

_____ # of Radar acquisitions last 24 hours

_____ Counter mortar analysis

_____ Probable enemy course of action during next 24 hours

_____ Any targeting changes resulting from the BDE targeting meeting

_____ Time hack (same as LTACFIRE time)

S3

_____ Current Mission

_____ On Order Missions

_____ Supported force actions during last 24 hours

_____ Planned operations during nex 24 hours

_____ NBC activities during last 24 hours

_____ Ammunition on hand in firing batteries

_____ Key FSCM's in effect

_____ Active FPFs/priority targets

S1

_____ Assigned strength

_____ Field Strength

_____ KIA and WIA last 24 hours

_____ Sick Call last 24 hours

_____ By name MEDIVACs during last 24 hours

S4

_____ Scheduled LRPs/FAARPs (Time and Locations)

_____ Class I Days of Supply on hand

_____ Class III Days of Supply on hand

_____ Class V Days of Supply on hand in Combat/Field Trains

_____ Water Days of Supply on hand

_____ Class IX High Priority Requisitions (deadlines and PLL zero balance)

_____ Class II/IV/VII High Priority Requisitions

BMT/BMO

_____ Status of key deadlined equipment

_____ Status of Job Orders with Support Maintenance

CESO

_____ Current CEOI and changeover instructions

_____ COMSEC editions, fill positions and changeover instructions

_____ Maintenance status of key Communication systems

_____ EW/OEW Activities

FDO

_____ Current ammunition standards and quantities

_____ Current Fire Order/Fire Command standards

_____ # of FPF's/ Priority Targets established

_____ Summary of missions fired since last update

_____ Status of digital/voice communications

_____ Problems

COUNTERFIRE BATTLE DRILL

_____ Radar transmits acquisitions (Voice or Digital)

_____ If the transmission goes digitally to the BN TOC, then the Radar backs up the

transmission with voice on BDE FSC.

_____ FA Battle Captain sounds off with "counterfire"

_____ All traffic/activity in TOC stops

_____ Battle Captain, S2 & FDO plot orgin & IP grid

_____ FDO plots grid and then sends FM:CFF to btry to fire in DNL status (HE/VT)

_____ FSE calls and clears mission

_____ FDO cancels 'DO NOT LOAD', mission is fired

_____ S2 records orgin and impact predict grids on the event template

COUNTERFIRE CHECKLIST

_____ RDO board updated with L/R, azimuth, location, zones

_____ Ensure radar is oriented on the correct azimuth?

_____ Plot templated locations.

_____ What are the radar's mask angles?

_____ What is the next planned location for Radar?

_____ Who are the cueing authorities?

_____ Notify FSO's of orgin grids within their sector.

_____ What net will radar monitor (voice/digital)?

_____ Have we updated the zones?

_____ Censor Zones

_____ Critical Friendly Zones

_____ Call for fire zones

_____ Radar fan oriented on the overlay.

_____ Dead Space Indicated

_____ Mortar/artillery tracking chart current with firing

location, point of impact, DTG.

_____ Management of targets

______ Confirmed

______ Templated/Suspected

_____ Develop a system to manage Radar Acquisitions

______ Location

______ Point of Impact

______ DTG

_____ Develop a system for purging targets

TOC INFORMATION FLOW BATTLE DRILL

_____ Request/receive hourly updates from BDE and/or BN FSE

_____ Post to ledger

_____ Update map board

_____ Update position map

_____ Inform ALOC

_____ Inform Btry's

_____ Inform Survey/Radar

_____ File original report

LNO BRIEF

_____ Ensure proper clearance of host nation LNO prior to brief. Don't give him

more information than necessary.

_____ Introductions - exchange notes.

_____ MAP orientation - MSR, key terrain, traffic patterns, usage.

_____ Language barrier - interpreter?

_____ Terrorist threat.

_____ Tone/mood of country - attitude toward US forces.

_____ Debrief him of situation (enemy air, sniper, ambushes, assault fires).

_____ Thank him for spt - Abn Op, etc.

_____ Press for his knowledge of En Sit/FS assets (where S-2, log, air threat).

_____ History of war. Try to get background/perspectives of belligerents.

_____ Comms link secure? Authentication procedures required?

_____ Exchange of Call for Fire (CFF) procedures.

_____ Who are FOs, where trained, experience?

_____ Specialized equip? Is there an inherent TLE?

_____ Any mortars?

_____ Org/structure of friendly mnvr/FS units.

_____ Someone taking notes.

_____ Provide PADs support.

_____ Future weather.

_____ Infantry spt.

_____ Engr spt.

_____ TACROE.

_____ Escort - MPs.

_____ Mines.

_____ Training level.

_____ Build up his morale - appreciation.

_____ Guest in country.

_____ When was the last live fire?

_____ Freqs/call signs radio equipment compatibility.

_____ Terrain/trafficability/trails, (any not on maps).

_____ Coord thru division.

_____ Press - noises/flashes in his AO.

_____ RADAR, Do they/their enemies have one?

_____ Grid LOC of TOCs.

_____ Staff interaction.

_____ Permanent LNO.

_____ WPN systems.

_____ FDC manual/auto?

_____ Officers trained at Fort Sill?

_____ MET, Can we use theirs or can they use ours?

_____ Ammo haul capability?

_____ Repair parts?

_____ Stress Task Force - Team!

_____ TACSOP exchange

_____ Civilians on Battlefield

_____ Infantry intent-his/yours

_____ Land management

_____ Destruction of land

_____ Civilians contracts

_____ Language/customs

_____ Exchange of tactical info overlays + future coordination

CASUALTY REPORTING CHECKLIST

_____ Log in appropriate casualty log (A, B, C, HSB).

_____ Determine if casualty is a key loss.

_____ If casualty is a key loss report to Bde and D/A immediately.

_____ Btry send approiate reports IAW unit SOP.

_____ Obtain DA Form 1155 and 1156 (ensure they are complete).

_____ Assign control number and compile all 1155s and 1156s to be submitted to Bde

and D/A S1s.

_____ If KIA, MIA, or seriously wounded, complete a letter of sympathy and forward to

Bde S1.

_____ Complete awards recomendations on casualty and forward to higher S1.

ATTACHMENT CHECKLIST

S1 (All Attachments)

_____ Complete DA 647-1 Personnel Register

_____ Complete DA 3955 Mail Register

_____ Check ID card and ID tags

_____ Complete SIDPERS transaction as an attachment

_____ Check NCOER end dates

_____ Identify ongoing/potential pay problems

_____ Complete NOK information packets

_____ Complete emergency data information packets

_____ Determine special medical needs

S2 (OIC/NCOIC of Attachments)

_____ Verify clearance

_____ Update Security Clearance Access Roster if required

_____ Conduct briefing on security measures in effect

_____ Conduct briefing on enemy situation in Area of Opns

_____ Conduct briefing on current signals in effect

S3 (OIC/NCOIC of Attachments)

_____ Conduct briefing on current friendly situation

_____ Conduct briefing on current BN and attached unit mission

_____ Conduct briefing on concept of operations

_____ Determine specific NBC needs

CESO (OIC/NCOIC of Attachments)

_____ Issue SOIs

_____ Issue variables

_____ Determine communication equipment density

_____ Identify special communication requirements

S4 (OIC/NCOIC of Attachments)

_____ Complete LOGSTAT report on attachments

_____ Identify unique support requirements

_____ Identify POL consumption rate.

_____ Identify unique Class V requirements

_____ Conduct briefing on concept of logistic operations

OIC/NCOIC of Attachments

_____ Brief BN Cdr, S3, and Btry Cdrs on operational capabilities of his unit

_____ Brief on mission and location of parent unit

BATTALION FDC CHECKLISTS

BN FDC SHIFT CHANGE BRIEFING CHECKLIST

_____ Active fire missions.

_____ Ammunition status (In firing battery locations, and being resupplied)

_____ Current priority targets/FPFs (Units/FOs assigned)

_____ Recent changes to units status/FA Organization for combat.

_____ Current/Future maneuver operations.

_____ Communications status (Voice and Digital).

_____ Latest MET (computer and ballistic)

_____ Firing batteries & radar location/orientation

_____ New/updated fire plans.

_____ Changes to battlefield geometry.

_____ Significant missions during shift.

_____ Status of personnel/equipment

_____ Outstanding movement orders, ect.

FDO/FSO CHECKLIST

_____ Obstacles (eyes on), Fires

_____ FO/81mm reinforcing fires.

_____ Targets for each.

_____ JAATs

_____ Overlays (Bde and Bn).

_____ FASCAM/Chem

_____ Priority targets

_____ FPFs

_____ Ammo situation (tell FSO). Insure all AFU; UPDATES and AFU; AMMO

formats are current.

_____ Illmination/Smoke authorization.

_____ Net structure.

_____ Trigger points

_____ BN Plan (concept of maneuver plan)

_____ Time hack

_____ Rehearsals (BN FSO/BN FDO)

_____ Prep/Counter-preps

_____ Deception plans

_____ Quick fire net.

_____ Friendly OBCOs/FS assets. Insure all FM OBCO's are in LTACFIRE and

IFSAS.

_____ Codewords

_____ Phaselines (Bde and Bn)

_____ What do you want?

_____ H&I fires

_____ How linked to other FS assets

_____ False insertion prep.

_____ Initial grid location

_____ Tell FSO what he is getting

_____ Execution matrix

_____ Decision matrix

_____ Hourly/30 minute radio checks

_____ Future plans

_____ Cdrs intent for fire support

_____ Target cutoff time

_____ Breach points/how to help?

_____ Counter-mortar fight/pre-cleared grids

_____ S2 targeting/Scrub fired missions & BDA with S2

BN FDC CHECKLIST FOR AIR ASSAULT OPERATIONS

_____ Call Sign board.

_____ Fire Plans.

_____ Miscellaneous pockets.

_____ Whiz Wheel.

_____ BDA tables.

_____ Priority targets/field of fire chart.

_____ High Pay-Off Target Matrix.

_____ Battalion fire Order.

_____ Firing Battery range fans.

_____ All targets plotted.

_____ FDO/FSO cheat sheet.

_____ GVLLD Location/PRF codes.

_____ FA Execution Matrix.

_____ FS Execution Matrix.

_____ MAP.

LOW AND HIGH ANGLE ADJUST

_____ Forward Observer sends FR:GRID MSN to BN FSO for clearance

_____ BN FSO clears and sends FM:CFF to BN FDC

_____ BN FDO checks plot, determines which units can engage target

_____ BN FDO issues Fire Order based on target description, current attack criteria, and

available ammunition

_____ LT TACFIRE/IFSAS operator in puts fire order into FM;CFF and executes format

_____ FM;CFF's are generated for adjusting unit and units in the FFE;phase. (adjusting

unit will receive cont:WR/AF, units in the FFE phase will receive DNL/FFE)

_____ If MSN is high angle insure 1st subfield of ME is HI

_____ FM MTO is also generated in initial message chain at BN FDC (you must have

OBCO in system)

_____ BN FDO/chief reviews all segments in FM:CFF message chain

_____ LT TACFIRE/IFSAS operator transmits message chain. (MTO goes to observer

and all firing units receive initial TGT location in FM;CFF)

_____ Adjusting element shoots mission (sends shot and splash format, formats

automatically go through BN FDC to FO)

_____ Subsequent corrections are sent through BN FDC on FM:SUBS format

(corrections are executed at FDC and converted to a grid and sent to adjusting

element)

_____ Shot and splash are processed as above

_____ Once FFE phase is reached FM;SUBS messages are generated for all elements in

the BN mission specifying new CONT:WR/FFE and new target location:

_____ Shot and splash are processed by each unit

_____ All firing batteries report rounds complete voice to BN FDC

_____ RDS complete is sent by BN FDC to FO digitally

_____ FO sends BDA in EOM & SURV

LOW AND HIGH ANGLE ADJUST FIRE WITH FO USING GVLLD

_____ FO sends FR;LASER to BN FSO for clearnace

_____ BN FSO clears and sends FM:CFF to BN FDC

_____ BN FDO issues fire order based on TGT description, current attack guidance, and

available ammunition

_____ LT TACFIRE operator inputs fire order into FM;CFF format and executes

mission(BN only recives direction, distance and vertical angle. Once operator

executes he will then get a grid, but you must have a accurate FM;OBCO)

_____ FDO reviews fire mission message chain segments

_____ LT TACFIRE/IFSAS operator transmits message chain (MTO goes to observer

and FM;CFF:O's go to firing units adjusting unit will receive WR/AF, units in the

FFE phase will receive DNL/FFE)

_____ Adjusting unit fires

_____ Shot & splash are transmitted by battery (shot & splash will automatically go

through BN to FO)

_____ Once observer goes to FFE phase with new dir, dist and va, and cont WR/FFE (LT

TACFIRE operator enters ; a grid is generated and sent to each firing element on

the FM; CCF:O)

_____ Each unit fires

_____ Shot & splash are transmitted by each unit digital

_____ RDS complete should be sent voice by each unit to BN FDC

_____ BN FDC transmits rounds complete to FO

_____ BDA received on EOM & SURV from FO

FIRE FOR EFFECT WHEN READY (BN MASS)

_____ FO sends FR Grid WR/FFE to BN FSO for clearnace

_____ BN FSO clears and sends FM;CFF to BN FDC

_____ BN FDO checks plot and determines which elemnts can engage target

_____ BN FDO issues fire order based on target description, attack guidance, and

available ammunition

_____ LT TACFIRE/IFSAS operator in puts his own name in UFFES field to generate

BN MASS MSN (remember to build your units in the FM;FUSEL FORMAT)

_____ Enter # of vol

_____ Action enter FM:CFF

_____ FDO/Chief reviews all fire mission segments in chain (MTO is sent to observer,

FM;CFF:O's are sent to firing units

_____ Firing units shoot MSN

_____ Shot & splash are sent by each firing unit

_____ RDS complete should be sent voice by each element to BN FDC, BN FDC will

transmit RDS complete to FO digitally

_____ FO sends BDA on EOM & SURV format

FIRE FOR EFFECT AMC (BN MASS)

_____ FO sends FR Grid AMC/FFE to BN FSO for clearance

_____ BN FSO clears and sends FM;CFF to BN FDC

_____ BN FDO checks plot and determines which elements can engage target

_____ BN FDO issues fire order based on target description, attack guidance, and

available ammunition

_____ LT TACFIRE/IFSAS operator in puts his own name in UFFES_FIELD to generate

BN MASS MSN (remember to build your units in the FM;FUSEL Format)

_____ Enter # of vol

_____ Action enter FM:CFF

_____ FDO/Chief reviews all FM sgments in chain (MTO is sent to observer,

FM;CFF:O's are sent to firing units

_____ Firing units transmit ready message to BN FDC

_____ BN FDC seds ready to FO

_____ FO sends FO command "FIRE"

_____ Shot & splash are sent by each firing unit

_____ RDS complete should be sent voice by each element to BN FDC, BN FDC will

transmit RDS complete to FO digitally

_____ FO sends BDA on EOM & SURV format

LARGE IRREGULAR SHAPED TARGET

_____ BN FDC receives CFF from FO with length, Width, and

attitude/or Pt to Pt to Pt/cleared through BN BSO.

_____ BN FDO computes airm pts for each firing element from

his map and sends to the Btry FDC's as FFE AMC.

_____ BN FDC receives "Ready" from all elements.

_____ Bn FDC command "Fire" to all elements.

_____ BN FDC sends "shot", "splash" and "rds complete" to FO.

_____ Cocrrections/refinement/EOM received from the FO, then

sent to all units on CF2.

_____ BDA received from the FO.

_____ BN FDC gives Grid location, Tgt DEsc, and BDA to S2.

BATTALION COORDINATED ILLUMINATION

_____ Btry receives AF, Illumination from FO/cleared through BN FSO (BN FDC

monitors).

_____ Bn FDC monitors "shot", and "splash" and marked time for all rounds of

illumination.

_____ Btry receives "Coordinated Illumination" from FO/cleared through BN FSO.

_____ Btry gives BN FDC the marked time for the last illumination round.

_____ BN FDO issues fire order based on TGT DESC to the FO.

_____ BN FDC issues a warning order to non-adjusting elements that they will fire in

effect of a Coord Illum mission.

_____ BN FDC monitors "shot', and "splash" for all adjusting rounds.

_____ BN FDC tracks the mission and makes all corrections as the ovserver calls them to

the adjusting battery.

_____ BN FDC sends the mission to the non-adjusting btrys in a DNL status.

_____ FO sends FFE to the adjusting element (BN FDC monitors)

_____ BN FDC sends final corrections to the non-adjusting btrys and changes DNL to

AMC for FFE phase.

_____ When all elements are "ready" with HE, BN FDC directs "Fire Illumination",

Btrys control when they fire HE based on mark time.

_____ Correction/refinements/EOM received from the FO, then sent to all units on CF2.

_____ BDA received from theFO.

_____ BN FDC gives Grid location, Tgt Desc, and BDA to S2.

TIME ON TARGET (BATALLION MASS)

METHOD #1

_____Forward Observer sends FR GRID to BN FSO for clearance

_____BN FSO clears and sends FM;CFF to BN FDC

_____FO comes up voice on a common voice net and issues time hack EX. (at my mark

the time will be 17:05, BN FDC and all firing units acknowledge mark and enter

time in there system)

_____BN FDO issues Fire Order based on target type, attack criteria, and current

ammunition on hand.

_____LT.TACFIRE/IFSAS operator enters fire order and executes FM;CFF.

_____BN FDO/CHIEF review segments in the fire mission message chain.

_____LT.TACFIRE/IFSAS operator transmits fire mission chain (FO recieves MTO and

all firing units recieve FM:CFF:O)

_____Firing units fire when there clock on the BCS expires.

_____Each firing unit transmits shot and splash digital (shot and splash messages go

through Bn FDC's system to the forward observer).

_____Units report rounds complete voice to BN FDC.

_____Once BN FDC recieves voice rounds complete from all elements they transmit rds

comp format to FO.

_____Forward Observer sends BDA on EOM & SURV format.

METHOD #2

_____Forward Observer sends FR GRID to BN FSO for clearance.(insure ME field

AMC/FFE)

_____BN FSO clears and sends FM;CFF to BN FDC.

_____Forward Observer comes up voice and announces TOT 5 minutes from my mark.

_____BN FDC and all firing batteries acknowledge time hack.

_____BN FDO issues fire order based on target type current attack criteria, and

ammunition on hand.

_____LT.TACFIRE/IFSAS operator enters fire order in FM;CFF format (in UFFES field

enter your own name, you should already have your FM;FUSEL format taken care

of)

_____Enter # of vollies.

_____LT.TACFIRE/IFSAS operator executes format.

_____FDO/Cheif review the segments in the fire mission chain.

_____LT.TACFIRE/IFSAS operator transmits MTO to observer and FM;CFF's to firing

elements.

_____Firing batteries determine TOF and fire mission when required to meet TOT time.

_____Firing batteries send shot and splash digital to BN FDC. (FO will automatically

recieve MTO.)

_____Firing batteries send rounds complete voice to BN FDC.

_____BN FDC transmits Rounds complete format to FO.

_____FO sends BDA ON EOM & SURV format.

AN/TPQ 36 CHECKLISTS

PRE-COMBAT CHECKS

INDIVIDUAL
_____ Personal equipment serviceable and present.
_____ Equipment packed IAW Battalion packing list.
_____ A-Bag marked and serviceable.
_____ ID Card and ID Tags presents.
_____ Sensitive items presents
_____ Weapons. _____ Compass.
_____ Mask. _____ Binos.
_____ NVGs.

DRIVERS
___ PMCS performed (Deficiencies corrected).
____ Vehicle mission capable.
____ Required items present/serviceable.
_____ Keys. _____ Dispatch.
_____ Log book. _____ BII.
_____ Appropriate -10 TM. _____ M-11/DS-2
_____ Fire extinguisher. _____ Fuel & Water Cans.
_____ Fuel reading level at appropriate level (3/4 full BN std).
_____ Radio system mission capable and PMCSd.
_____ Comsec loaded in radio.
_____ Antenna attached.
_____ Handset present.
_____ Canvas and tailgate properly secured.
_____ Vehicle equipment tied down and secured.

SECTION CHIEF

_____ Personal Equip
_____ Water cans full
_____ Aiming circle
_____ Class I
_____ Class IV
_____ Class V
_____ MPL repair parts
_____ Tools/BII/OVM
_____ Mag tape (2)
_____ Nets/Supports
_____ Weapons w/BII
_____ Printer Paper (10)
_____ Commo Equip
_____ GPS
_____ BUCS with survey chip
_____ COMSEC device/SOI/ANCD
_____ Forms/TMs
_____ Fuel cans full w/o leaks
_____ Batteries
____ Map of area of operations present.

____ Sensitive items personally checked by serial #.
____ Air movement operations required items present.
_____ Slings serviceable (kit bags).
_____ Ratchet straps.
_____ Canvas (no metal to metal contact).
_____ Load binder straps (2 ea.).
_____ 100 MPH Tape
_____ Cotton webbing
_____ Bean bag lights
_____ VS-17 panel
_____ Section NBC equipment loaded (M256 Kit, M8 Alarm, M8/M9 Paper, etc.).
_____ Range card (2 ea.) for crew served weapons.
_____ Section FSOP
_____ Flash lights
_____ Expendables
_____ Trash Bags
_____ Water purification tabs
_____ Heater
_____ Vehicle doors
_____ Combat lifesaver bags
_____ Equipment left behind inventoried/tagged (list to Supply SGT.)
_____ Brief section personnel on;
_____ Planned movement, assembly, etc.
_____ Challenge/password
_____ Objectives
_____ Priorities of work.
_____ Immediate action (signal, drill)
_____ Critical times
_____ Ambush (Blocked/unblocked)
_____ Routes
_____ Air attack
_____ Situation
_____ Make SP time.

RADAR/ADVANCE PARTY CHECKLIST

_____ Maps.
_____ Log - 1594.
_____ Whiz Wheels.
_____ Copy of OPSKEDS (Arty & INF).
_____ Pens, pencils, highlighter.
_____ Ammunition Count.
_____ Personnel - Manifested/cross loaded.
_____ SINCGARS with batteries (FH, Secure)
_____ OE-254 Head with cable, 550 cord
_____ Handsets
_____ Masking tape
_____ Waterproof bag with personal gear (seasonal)
_____ personal hygiene gear
_____ Wet weather gear (GORTEX)
_____ Flashlights
_____ Compasses
_____ Commo - all nets up (radio checks)
_____ Intell Update (SWEAT)
_____ Friendly location update
_____ Concerns
_____ Convoy route and check points
_____ Special instructions
_____ Contingency plans (what if)
_____ BUCS with survey chip
_____ Aiming circle

RADAR SITE RECON PARTY

Coordinate with the following individuals before departure:
______ Warrant officer:
______ Special requirements for radar site.(Special instructions)
______ 200 meter clear front of radar antenna
______ 6400 mil coverage capability
______ Screening crest (manual full circle)
______107 meter RF Hazard to the front of radar antenna

______ Bn S-2:
______ Enemy situation in area of recon
______ Coordinate routes and checkpoints if available
______ Inform S-2 what freq recon elements will be operating on

______ Before leaving coordinate with S-3/S-2 of recon element for any special areas

you would like to recon from map recon

______ Ensure GPS is in recon vehicle with crypto available

Site Recon:

______ At each probable site location discuss with S-3/S-2 of reconelement:
______ Discuss perimeter obligations

______ Report to S-3 upon return and debrief him on the above. Quartering Party:

______ Upon arrival at site:
______ Establish radar location
______ Locate area for each vehicle/section to position within perimeter
______ Coordinate with engineer assets which may be available
______ Coordinate with units to the right and left to link perimeter
______ Recon area for possible LP/OPs
______ Recon positions for any crew served weapons

______ Provide S-3/TOC with a terrain sketch with following information:
______ Grid using GPS
______Coverage available
______Significant terrain features in area
______Position for LP/OPs and crew served weapons
______Units to right and left
______Overview of radar site perimeter defense

RADAR OPERATIONS CHECKLIST

_____ Rules (eating, drinking, sleeping)
_____ Status Boards
_____ Journal - (1594 Log)
_____ Shift change over briefs - (formal - time)
_____ Situation Maps
_____ Shift Chart - (by name)
_____ Designate the sleep plan
_____ Field foot locker - (packed per SOP packing list)
FORMS - SUPPLIES - MANUALS
_____ Pre-Combat checklist
_____ PMCS - Vehicles, Generators, Radios, Weapons.
_____ Movement/closure reports
_____ Medevac Procedures
_____ RTO Cheat Sheets
_____ Frequency change over
_____ SOI compromise plan/counter Jam SOP
_____ Defense Sketches/Range cards/Site layout diagram
_____ Weather posted
_____ Immediate action drills
ARTY ATTK/AIR ATTK/NBC ATTK/GROUND ATTK/CASUALTY EVAC
_____ Frequency/Callsign deconfliction 24 Hrs out

RADAR SHELTER SHIFT CHANGE CHECKLIST

_____ Current/Future maneuver operations.
_____ Communications status.
_____ Current radar location/orientation
_____ Significant missions during shift
_____ Status of personnel/equipment.
_____ Outstanding movement orders, etc.
_____ Last time generator was fueled

RADAR NBC OPERATIONS

NBC threat warning system WHITE: NBC attack is not probable
GREEN: NBC attack is possible
_____ Issue Nerve Agent Antidote Kits (NAAK), 3 per soldier.
_____ Issue Nerve Agent Pretreatment Pills (PB), 2 per soldier.
_____ Issue each section at least one M256A1 Detector Kit.
_____ Inspect all CDE equipment.
AMBER: NBC attack is probable
_____ Cover equipment and supplies not in use.
_____ Keep all canteens and water containers topped off.
_____ Recon possible decon sites.
_____ Fill M11 bottles with DS2.
_____ Place chemical agent alarms in 24 hour operation.
_____ Place M9 paper on vehicles and personnel.
RED: NBC attack is imminent
_____ Stay under cover to maximum extent mission allows.
_____ Automatic masking in effect.
Actions during a chemical attack.
_____ Stop breathing and mask immediately.
_____ Take shelter if possible.
_____ Decon exposed skin.
_____ Immediately call in "Chemical attack, Grid____" prior to submitting an NBC 1

Report.
Chemical Casualty Actions
_____ Administer NAAK and CANA injectors to casualties.
_____ Decon casualties skin.
_____ Evacuate chemical casualty (per Bn SOP)to casualty collection point set up by

the Battalion Aid Station.
Actions After a Chemical Attack
_____ Verify agent type with the M256A1 Detector Kit and transmit a follow up NBC

1 to Brigade.
_____ Perform personal wipedown of equipment.
_____ Conduct operator spraydown of vehicles with the M11 or M13 if a nerve or

blister agent is detected.
_____ Report numbers of contaminated vehicles and personnel.
_____ Conduct hasty decon as soon as mission permits.
_____ Sections will give the battery NBC NCO an average reading to the nearest 10

cGy from their dosimeters once nuclear warfareis initiated.

RADAR PERIMETER DEFENSE

_____ Vehicles and tents dispersed
_____ Camouflage
_____ Windshields, lights & mirrors covered
_____ Nets on all vehicles, radar antenna, and tents
_____ Fighting positions concealed; minimize silhouette
_____ Cover
_____ All fighting positions have 18" overhead cover
_____ Survivability positions for ops shelter personnel with 18" overhead cover
_____ Concealment
_____ Generators sandbagged/dug in
_____ Radio volume minimized
_____ Flashlight filters
_____ Check vehicles with NODs after EENT
_____ NBC alarms properly emplaced
Active Security
_____ All crew served weapons sighted by section chief
_____ All crew served weapons have T&E mechanisms, range cards

_____ All crew served weapons have change of barrels and lift cover.
_____ All positions on perimeter are dug in with 18" overhead cover.
_____ Flank positions tied with adjacent units
_____ Communications with to all OP/LPs
_____ Perimeter sketch
_____ Vehicle identified for use in evacuating causalities
_____ Rehearse daily
_____ Off-shift personnel on perimeter
_____ On-shift personnel
_____ Secure/destroy classified material
_____ Erase WLU map
_____ Secure immediate vicinity of radar shelter
_____ On-shift senior operator
_____ Secure radio & SOI
_____ Execute E & E to radar shelter if in danger of being overrun
_____ Use of concertina wire (triple strand) Out of handgrenade range (30 meters from

position)

AIR DEFENSE

RESPONSIBILITIES
_____ Air defense warnings issued upon declaration of DEFCON
ONE or air defense emergency
1. White - Attack not probable
2. Yellow - Attack probable
3. Red - Attack imminent or in progress.
_____ Weapon control status:
1. Free - Engage all aircraft not positively identified as friendly.
2. Tight - Engage aircraft positively identified as hostile IAW "Hostile Criteria".
3. Hold - Do not fire except in self defense.
_____ Hostile Criteria
1. Aircraft attacking friendly troops or defended assets.
2. Aircraft bearing insignia or configuration of enemy.

USE OF NON-AIR DEFENSE WEAPONS.

_____ All personnel not in conduct of direct fire missions will participate in defense

against enemy air attack.
_____ Individual and crew served weapons will be employed.
_____ Defense will be coordinated by the senior man present.
_____ Warnings
1. Continuous short blasts on whistle or horn or rapid crossing and uncrossing of

arms fully extended over the head.
2. Post air guards in positions and on all movements.
3. Code word "DYNAMITE" will be used to alert units to confirmed enemy aircraft

in the area.
_____ Weapons employment:
1. Aircraft flying straight at position - Aim above nose.
2. Helicopter crossing in front - Aim slightly above and 1/2 of a football field in

front.
3. Fixed wing crossing in front - Aim slightly above and about 2 football fields in

front.
4. Crew served weapons should fire up to 100rds per pass.
5. Mass all available small arms fires.

OCCUPTIONS

TOC OCCUPATION BATTLE DRILL

_____ Priorities on occupation

_____ TOC/FDC net, SICUPS, tables, lights, OPs, OE-254s

_____ Put generator into operation, power up lights

_____ Position Improvement

1. Fighting positions

2. Vehicle maintenance.

3. Weapons maintenance.

4. Early warning devices

5. Obstacles (wire, etc.)

_____ Operations:

_____ Set sleep plan. Designate sleep area.

_____ Priority of work:

1. Weapons cleaning.

2. Vehicle maintenance.

3. Generator maintenance.

4. TOC cleanup.

5. Personal hygiene.

_____ March Order:

_____ Priorities:

1. TOC/FDC

2. Other TOC vehicles

_____ All equipment accounted for.

_____ Stand-To procedures.

_____ Maintenance schedule

1. Radios (daily)

2. Vehicles (daily)

3. Generators (Every 4 hours)

4. Weapons (daily)

_____ Chow/Trash bags (how much)

_____ Personal equipment stowage.

_____ Hourly checks

1. Friendly situation updates (location to include mortars)

2. Commo checks.

3. ALOC updates.

4. Ammo updates.

5. Update radar sensor zones.

_____ Establish HLZ.

SITE RECON/QUARTERING PARTY

BEFORE DEPARTURE

Coordinate with the following individuals:

S-3:

_____ Special requirements for FA Bn TOC.

(1) Usually near Bde TOC but do not allow this factor to restrict site selection.

(2) Any special instructions

Bn Operations NCO:

_____ Number of vehicles by bumper number

(1) Request vehicles which need to be prohibited

(2) Request vehicles that are part of TOC operation

(3) Request any other special positions (antenna, generators, radar)

_____ Special instructions

_____ Number of personnel

Bn SIGO:

_____ Request requirements for remote and re-trans

_____ Do map recon of area to meet re-trans requirements

HHC (Bde) Cdr/XO:

_____ Coordinate time and location recon leaves

_____ Request area to be reconnoitered so a map route recon can beconducted.

_____ Request freq and call signs to be used

Bn S-2:

_____ Enemy situation in area of recon

_____ Coordinate routes and checkpoints if available

_____ Inform S-2 what freq recon elements will be operating on

SITE RECON:

_____ Before leaving coordinate with OIC of recon element for any special areas you

would like to recon from map recon

_____ At each possible location discuss the following with OIC of recon:

_____ Possible Bde and FA Bn TOC locations

_____ Deconflict any possible commo problems between Bn and Bde commo

sites.

_____ Discuss perimeter obligations FA Bn TOC will be required to maintain.

_____ Report to S-3 upon return and debrief him on the above.

QUARTERING PARTY:

_____ Who goes on the quartering party?

_____ Coordinate with HHC Cdr/XO for SP, routes and checkpoints

_____ Before leaving with quartering party ensure S-3/TOC is briefed on the following information:

_____ Primary and alternate convoy routes

_____ Chalk order/vehicle order

_____ SPs, checkpoints and RP established along route

_____ Link-up procedures upon arrival at new location.

_____ Plan for support in case of ambush

UPON ARRIVAL AT SITE:

_____ Establish TOC location

_____ Locate area for each vehicle/section to position within perimeter

_____ Coordinate with engineer assets which may be available

_____ Coordinate with units to the right and left to link perimeter

_____ Recon area for possible LP/OPs, FA TOC may be required to man

_____ Recon positions for any crew served weapons

CONVOY ARRIVAL AT SITE:

_____ Ensure link-up is made with lead elements of convoy

_____ Provide S-3/TOC with a terrain sketch with following information:

_____ TOC grid using GPS

_____ Location of each vehicle within perimeter

_____ Significant terrain features in area

_____ Position for LP/OPs and crew served weapons

_____ Units to right and left

_____ Bde TOC location

_____ Overview of Bde TOC perimeter

_____ Lead vehicles into position

_____ Coordinate with each section chief for his responsibilities within TOC location.

NBC OPERATIONS

BATTALION CHEMICAL OFFICER/NBC NCO RESPONSIBILITIES:

_____ Supervise technical aspects of NBC operations.

_____ Handle information on NBC attacks.

_____ Recommend MOPP status to the Battalion Commander.

BATTERY NBC NCO RESPONSIBILITIES:

_____ Advise the battery commander on all aspects of NBC warfare.

_____ Receive and process information on NBC attacks.

_____ Maintain a basic load of required CDE items.

_____ Supervise basic NBC skills and decon operations.

NBC threat warning system

WHITE: NBC attack is not probable

GREEN: NBC attack is possible

_____ Submit high priority requisitions for NBC shortages.

_____ Issue Nerve Agent Antidote Kits (NAAK), 3 per soldier.

_____ Issue Nerve Agent Pretreatment Pills (PB), 2 per soldier.

_____ Issue each section at least one M256A1 Detector Kit.

_____ Inspect all CDE equipment.

AMBER: NBC attack is probable

_____ Cover equipment and supplies not in use.

_____ Keep all canteens and water containers topped off.

_____ Recon possible decon sites.

_____ Fill M11 bottles with DS2.

_____ Place chemical agent alarms in 24 hour operation.

_____ Place M9 paper on vehicles and personnel.

RED: NBC attack is imminent

_____ Stay under cover to maximum extent mission allows.

_____ Automatic masking in effect.

ACTIONS DURING A CHEMICAL ATTACK.

_____ Mask immediately.

_____ Take shelter if possible.

_____ Decon exposed skin.

_____ Complete donning MOPP-4.

_____ Immediately call in "Chemical attack, Grid____" prior to submitting an NBC 1

Report.

_____ Battalion will transmit an NBC 1 to Brigade.

_____ Battalion will determine downwind hazard areas and relay it to the batteries.

CHEMICAL CASUALTY ACTIONS.

_____ Administer NAAK and CANA injectors to casualties.

_____ Decon casualties skin.

_____ Evacuate chemical casualty to the chemical casualty collection point set up by the

Battalion Aid Station.

ACTIONS AFTER A CHEMICAL ATTACK

_____ Verify agent type with the M256A1 Detector Kit and transmit a follow up NBC 1

to Brigade.

_____ Perform personal wipe down of equipment.

_____ Conduct operator spray down of vehicles with the M11 or M13 if a nerve or blister

agent is detected.

_____ Report numbers of contaminated vehicles and personnel.

_____ Conduct hasty decon as soon as mission permits.

_____ Battalion will request Chemical to conduct a deliberate decon if the Commander

believes the operation is necessary and mission permits.

COMMUNICATIONS.

_____ Effective Downwind Messages (EDM) and Chemical Downwind Messages

(CDM) will be sent to the batteries through PCM/MSE channels or the Division

Intel FM net and TACFIRE. Voice transmissions will be followed on FAX.

_____ All NBC reports except NBC 1s will be sent via MSE, the Div Intel FM net and

TACFIRE (pri) or over PCM lines (alt). Hard copies will follow on FAX

RADIOLOGICAL MONITORING AND SURVEY OPERATIONS.

_____ Radiological survey operations will not be conducted unless ordered by higher.

_____ The BN Cdr with the advice of the BN Chemical Officer is responsible for

choosing radiological survey routes.

_____ Battalion and batteries will be prepared to provide on call radiacmeters (IM-174s)

with trained operators.

_____ Batteries will monitor a point designated by the BC every hour on the hour after a

nuclear burst or after Division initiation.

_____ Battalion will initiate continuous monitoring under the following circumstances;

_____ 5 minutes prior to a friendly nuclear strike.

_____ When the unit is within 20 km of an area of expected contamination.

_____ Radiation levels of 1 cGy/hr are detected.

_____ Unit is on the move after nuclear warfare is initiated.

_____ Battalion will convert shielded dose rates into unshielded dose rates and

consolidate monitoring reports.

_____ Battalion will send NBC 4 reports to the NBCC for the following reasons;

_____ Unshielded dose rate of 1 cGy/hr or higher.

_____ Peak dose rate reading.

_____ OEG will determine turn back dose and turn back dose rate.

MARKING NBC CONTAMINATED AREAS.

_____ NBC contaminated areas will be marked with the NATO standard NBC marking

kit.

_____ Do not mark contaminated areas expected to fall into enemy hands.

_____ Commanders will reevaluate contaminated areas every 12 hours and will remove

markers when contamination is insignificant.

OPERATIONAL EXPOSURE GUIDANCE.

_____ Sections will give the battery NBC NCO an average reading to the nearest 10 cGy

from their dosimeters once nuclear warfare is initiated.

_____ Batteries will report the radiation status to battalion each day NLT 1600 once

nuclear warfare is initiated.

_____ The battalion NBC section will report battery radiation status to brigade on a daily

basis once nuclear warfare is initiated. AIR DEFENSE

RESPONSIBILITIES

BN S3

_____ Request air defense assets from Bde S3 based on tactical situation.

_____ Provide timely information to subordinate units as it pertains to air defense.

_____ Exercise staff supervision over air defense assets.

FIRE CONTROL

_____ Cdr's must adhere to battalion and above guidance.

_____ All air defense weapons under battalion control will be managed by the TOC to

ensure the following:

_____ Engagement of hostile aircraft.

_____ Prevent engagement of friendly aircraft.

_____ Prevent air defense and aviation mission interference.

_____ Prevent incidents concerning airspace use.

_____ Air defense warnings issued upon declaration of DEFCON ONE or air defense

emergency

_____ WHITE - Attack not probable

_____ YELLOW - Attack probable

_____ RED - Attack imminent or in progress.

WEAPON CONTROL STATUS:

_____ FREE - Engage all aircraft not positively identified as friendly.

_____ TIGHT - Engage aircraft positively identified as hostile IAW "Hostile Criteria".

_____ HOLD - Do not fire except in self defense.

HOSTILE CRITERIA

_____ Aircraft attacking friendly troops or defended assets.

_____ Aircraft bearing insignia or configuration of enemy.

COMMAND AND CONTROL

_____ BN Cdr may impose Weapons HOLD for limited periods of time

_____ Stinger teams will be placed by the Bn Cdr, thru the S3.

_____ Cdrs at all level may use more restrictive control measures.

_____ Higher HQs must be notified when more restrictive measures are being used.

_____ Bn S3 relay; Weapon control status, FARR location / data link frequency, friendly

movement information to Air Defense Section HQ and Btry Cdrs.

POSITIONING OF AIR DEFENSE ASSETS

_____ Stinger teams placed near front/rear of columns during movement.

_____ If route is secured, preposition teams along route of march.

USE OF NON-AIR DEFENSE WEAPONS.

_____ All personnel not in conduct of direct fire missions will participate in defense

against enemy air attack.

_____ Individual and crew served weapons will be employed.

_____ Defense will be coordinated by the senior man present.

WARNINGS.

_____ Continuous short blasts on whistle or horn or rapid crossing and uncrossing of

arms fully extended over the head.

_____ Post air guards in positions and on all movements.

_____ Code word will be used to alert units to confirmed enemy aircraft in the area.

WEAPONS EMPLOYMENT.

_____ Aircraft flying straight at position - Aim above nose.

_____ Helicopter crossing in front - Aim slightly above and 1/2 of a football field in

front.

_____ Fixed wing crossing in front - Aim slightly above and about 2 football fields in

front.

_____ Crew served weapons should fire up to 100rds per pass.

_____ Mass all available small arms fires.COMMUNICATIONS

COMMUNICATIONS - BATTLE CHECKLISTS

COMMUNICATIONS INPUT FOR FA SUPPORT PLAN:

_____ Obtain Brigade/Divarty communication requirements

_____ Provide SOI/FM variable information

_____ Provide Supplemental instructions, Authentication Tables, and OPCODES

_____ Times and codewords for frequency changeover

_____ MIJI reporting procedures IAW Supplemental Instructions in SOI

_____ LTACFIRE code books and CAV Matrices in effect

_____ Actions upon compromise of FM variables

_____ Medivac frequencies

_____ Actions upon losses or compromises of COMSEC materials

_____ Securing of SOIs and fill devices

TOC CONSIDERATIONS FOR POOR DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS

____ Whenever possible select a TOC location that offers direct line of sight

communications (especially when operating on frequencies above 30 mhz)

____ Dry ground has high resistance and limits range of radios, whenever possible locate

TOC by moist ground

____ Trees and foliage absorb radio waves. Try to keep antennas away from dense

foliage, brush, and trees (leafy type trees have a greater effect on radio waves then

evergreen trees)

____ Avoid manmade obstructions such as tunnels, bridges, buildings, and metal towers

(these absorb large amounts of RF energy)

____ Avoid all types of power lines (they absorb power from radiating antennas, they

also produce a humm that may cause interference with digital traffic)

____ Do not locate generators close to radios or antennas (they cause noise interference)

____ Always select an alternate TOC location (If all else fails the TOC may have to

move to establish digital communications)

____ Try to avoid positions adjacent to heavily traveled roads (Tank and truck ignitions

cause large amounts of electrical interference)

____ Position MSE equipment as far away from antennas and digital equipment as

possible

____ Clean all contacts on radios and inside cables with alcohol

____ Insure there are no broken pins or connectors on radios or TACFIRE equipment

____ Insure there are no frayed , broken, or dry rotted cables

____ Perform self-test on radios and TACFIRE systems

____ Insure TACFIRE vehicle is properly grounded ( radio mounts, TACFIRE

equipment and vehicle)

____ When using SINCGARS radios with with ICOM and LT TACFIRE system insure

the 16000 cable is connected to the W32 cable

____ If talking secure use W32 cable not W30

____ Turn radios in for TACFIRE alignment if required

____ Place OE 254 antennas as far away from each other as possible, place them in a star

formation, and stagger heights

____ Do not lay OE 254 antenna cable beside generator cable (causes large amounts of

noise interference)

____ Consider use of a retrans station to talk to distant stations

____ Never coil OE 254 cable always stretch it out

____ Whenever possible do not use extended OE254 cable

____ Avoid OE 254 antenna setup in depressions or low lying areas

____ Insure when using frequency hop when talking digital that more than 600

frequencies are assigned

____ If using the old Sincgars radio or a RCMU insure you are using the short FSK

adapter cable when talking 600 or 1200 FSK

TOC PRIORITY OF WORK FOR COMMUNICATIONS SET UP:

_____ OE-254 set up

_____ Establish communications and perform NCS duties

_____ Install landline to Brigade FSE

_____ Install internal wirelines; ops, dismount points, and sections

_____ SB-22 set up inside TOC and wire diagrams drawn for site

_____ Install AN/UXC-7 fax and laptop

_____ MSE/Stand-alone set-up

_____ Bury or overhead all wires and bury all antenna cables

RADIO NET PRIORITIES:

_____ Bn CF-1

_____ Bn CF-2

_____ Bde O&I

_____ Bn A/L

_____ Divarty Cmd

_____ Range Control

PACKING LIST FOR TOC:

_____ Minimum of 3 radios

_____ Minimum of 3 OE-254s

_____ Minimum of 3 AN/GRA-39s

_____ All required electrical batteries for a 3 day deployment

_____ TA-312s

_____ AN/UXC-7 lightweight fax machine (with fax paper)

_____ SB-22 switchboard

_____ Current edition SOI

_____ DR-8s of WD-1 and WF-16 field wire

_____ Fill devices

_____ Extension cord

_____ Generator

PACKING LIST FOR BN RETRANS:

_____ Minimum of 2 OE-254s

_____ Current SOIs for all slices

_____ KYX-15

_____ Generator

_____ Fuel for vehicles and generator, water, food, ammunition, batteries, and extra

cables, handmikes, and OE-254 parts

RADIO MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES:

_____ Operator troubleshoot equipment IAW application TM

_____ Notify commo personnel

_____ Submit equipment to Bn commo at ALOC for evacuation to DS

_____ Bn commo maintain green copy of 5504 at ALOC

_____ Order all repair parts through battalion maintenance

_____ Maintain electrical battery stockage at ALOC location

PERIMETER SECURITY COMMO REQUIREMENTS:

_____ Install wirelines from operations center to Ops and dismount pts

_____ Base station or wire head in vicinity of operations center

_____ Use of PRO-126s to support requirements (if available)

INTERFACE WITH BRIGADE AND DIVARTY SIGNAL OFFICERS:

_____ Coordinate for MSE support

_____ Frequency plan

_____ M and U keys

_____ RAU locations

_____ Discuss COMSEC keys and SOI effective dates and changeover times

_____ Obtain new variables and SIs (if applicable)

_____ Coordinate for maintenance support

_____ Ensure all compromises are reported throught Bde/Divarty SIGO

ACTIONS FOR CHANGEOVER:

_____ NCS contacts all stations 15 minutes prior

_____ NCS ensures distant stations have current fills/SOIs

_____ All operatiors ensure radios are on-line and ready for change over

_____ NCSs conduct AK/MK if necessary on A/L net

_____ NCS ensures call-sign board ins updated (2 days posted at all times)

_____ NCS re-establish comms after changeover

SINCGARS TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST

_____ Make sure you have all switches set properly.

_____ Check all cable connections to ensure that they are tight.

_____ Make sure your antenna is properly connected and positioned.

_____ Try to verify that you have LOS with other stations.

_____ Change positions to see if communications improve.

_____ If you have not heard traffic in some time, perform passive late net entry.

_____ Make sure your radio has adequate power (especially MANPACX)

_____ Look and see if another net station is co-located in your area.

_____ Determine if you are being jammed by the enemy. If so, take appropriate action.

_____ Clean all audio connectors.

OE-254 CHECKLIST

_____ Attach antenna TIP caps to all exposed elements for the OE-254.

_____ Secure TIPs with waterproof tape (electrical tape)

_____ Remove elements if the antenna is lowered and unattended.

_____ Wear helmet, safety glasses, and gloves while assembling and erecting antenna.

_____ When erecting antenna, allow only team personnel in the area.

_____ Clearly mark all guy wires and ropes .

_____ Never erect an OE-254 less than twice its length from power lines.

_____ Keep a sharp eye on your anchors and guys, check daily and immediately before

and after bad weather.

_____ Never touch elements - Dangerous voltage levels are present whenever radio is

transmitting.

BATTERY CARE/USAGE CHECKLIST

_____ Warning sign placed on the door to each room in which any lithium batteries are

stored.

_____ Storage of batteries is in a well ventilated room and does not exceed temperatures

of 130 degrees Fahrenheit

_____ Never use a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher to extinguish lithium battery fires

(use approved Class D extinguisher)

_____ Do not store batteries in equipment, unless specified by TM.

_____ Turn in collected/consolidated batteries after operations to battalion commo.

VEHICLE RADIO CHECKLIST

_____ Make sure antenna TIP cap is present and securely attached

_____ Pull antenna down until it forms a 45 degree angle with the gorund. The distance

from tip to ground must be 7 feet or more.

_____ Never cross antenna elements when more than one antenna is being used.

_____ When vehicle is stationary let antennas stand straight up for best communications

and better care of antenna elements.

_____ When traveling under power lines and low tree limbs, use the stay down clamp

method. (Pg 2-28)TM 11-5820-890-10-1

_____ RF energy is present near the antenna during transmission, maintain at least 30

inches between vehicle and personnel.

_____ The J-1 connector for the amplifier on the adaptor puts out 200 volts DC. Extreme

caution must be used near this connector. A rubber dust cover will be used when

no AMP is installed and radio is being operated.

MANPACK CHECKLIST

_____ All components of AN/PRC-119 present.

_____ Ruck-Sack, Battery Box, Whip Antenna, Hand Mike

_____ All rechargeable batteries present and fully charged.

_____ 3 day supply of BA-5590s and BA-1372s for back-up.

_____ SOI or call sign board with all appropriate frequencies

and call signs.

COMMO MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

ANTENNAS

_____ Make sure antennas are clean.

_____ Check antenna elements for damage.

_____ Vehicle radio antenna base ground strap is secure on both ends.

CABLES AND CONNECTORS

_____ Insure connectors are clean

_____ Check cables (where visable) for cuts, cracks, and breaks.

_____ Make sure cable connectors are secure.

_____ Make sure cables are securely attached to connectors.

CONTROLS AND SWITCHES

_____ Make sure each control moves smoothly while you operate radio.

_____ If a switch has detents, make sure each position is solid.

_____ Make sure pull-and-turn switches cannot move to a guarded position without first

being pulled out.

_____ Make sure all knobs are secure on their shafts.

MOUNTING AND ASSEMBLING HARDWARE

_____ Check for loose nuts, bolts, and screws.

_____ Check for corrosion, rust, and deterioration of all metal parts.

_____ Insure grounding straps are in place on radio/power amp mounts.

MINEFIELD CHECKLISTS

CONVOY OPERATIONS

_____ Avoid known or suspected minefields by staying on cleared roads and trails

whenever possible

_____ Search for mines by looking for evidence of craters or scortched earth, dead

animals or lack of

animals or people

_____ Convoy briefing to include:

_____ Actions at breakdowns

_____ MEDEVAC procedures

_____ Routes, checkpoints and rally points.

_____ Minestrike procedures/locations of known minefields.

_____ Actions on contact.

_____ Actions to take if there is a break in contact.

_____ Dangers of unexploded ordnance (UXO)/UXO marking and handling procedures

_____ Recognize the UXO hazard

_____ Mark and evacuate

_____ Report thru chain to combat engineers/EOD

_____ Make all radio transmissions at least 100meters away

_____ Do not continue to move toward suspected UXO (magnetic/motion sensors or

fuses)

_____ Do not try to move anything on or near UXO

_____ Do not disturb or move

_____ Lost communications drill

_____ Leaders must ensure soldiers understand & are prepared

_____ Prevent complacency

_____ Reort as minefields are detected

_____ Clearly mark

DISMOUNTED PATROLLING

_____ Review current engineer mine database prior to all patrols

_____ Check engineer mine overlay for latest updates

_____ Coordinate with local factional leaders when traveling in new areas

_____ Move only on previously cleared routes (don't assume still cleared automatically

_____ Factional guide in front.

_____ Point man 15 meters behind guide

_____ Interpreter in front part of formation to communicate with guide and locals

_____ Second soldier (slack man) scans ahead, pulling security

_____ Ask local populace about mines

_____ When in doubt, stop and retrace steps

_____ Use factional guides for trails not frequently traveled

_____ Move slowly and deliberately, focus on ground, look for turn around points

conduct frequent halts

_____ Stop and return if a mine is found

_____ Mark mine

_____ Notify faction to destroy it - follow up

EXTRACTION FROM A MINEFIELD

_____ Stay in vehicle

_____ Call for help

_____ Exit vehicle from top/rear

_____ Step into vehicle tracks

_____ Follow tracks out looking for tripwires

_____ Once clear:

_____ Mark

_____ Record on map

_____ Report location to unit

VEHICLE RECOVERY:

_____ Engineers clear lane wide enough for towing vehicle

_____ When M88 not available, use all available tow cable to increase distance

before towing.

_____ Mounted tow cables are a Pre-combat check

_____ Make sure all towing shackle sets are complete

_____ Pull vehicle out at least two vehicle lengths before switching to tow bar

FACTIONAL COORDINATION CHECKLIST

_____ Commanders conduct daily coordination

_____ Develop checklists for observing factional minefield clearance

_____ Bn Cdrs determine which routes require clearing/opening

_____ Factions lead clearing - make sure they understand the mission

(task, conditions & standards)

_____ Keep distance between US forces and faction mine clearing teams

_____ Use heavy local national trucks to "proof" secondary routes.

Factions also proof routes with 21/2T trucks.

_____ Confirm proofed lanes/routes with M1 rollers or M1 plow

FIRING BATTERY CHECKLISTS

BATTERY OPERATIONS 2

REQUIRED DAILY CHECKS . 3

FDO AND CHIEF COMPUTER SAFETY CHECKLIST 4

FDC TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES 7

HOWITZER DIRECT FIRE RANGE CARD 9

CRATER ANALYSIS. 10

M60 POSITIONS. 10

BUNKERS. 11

DEFENSE - GENERAL 11

MISSION ANALYSIS (METT-T) 12

FIRING ACCURATELY AND SAFELY 14

DECLINATION OF M2 AIMING CIRCLE 14

ASTRO AZIMUTH CONTROL TECHNIQUE 15

SELECTED CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS 21

BATTERY COMMANDER LOGISTICS RESPONSIBILITIES 23

BATTERY CASUALTY CHECKLIST 25

ACTIONS ON SUSTAINING CASUALTIES 25

BATTERY OPERATIONS

POSITION SELECTION CONSIDERATIONS

_____ Position supports 6400 mil firing capability.

_____ Position is defendable.

_____ Position is free of enemy avenues of approach, or avenues are identified.

_____ Howitzer positions and machine-gun positions identified.

_____ Drainage supports prolonged operations in position.

_____ Aiming circle identifyable by all howitzers, an alternate means of lay determined.

_____ Site to crest will not interfere with 6400 mil capability.

HOWITZER POSITION CONSIDERATIONS

_____ Every howitzer has 6400 mil firing capability. (If not, report to BTRY and BN

FDC)

_____ Aiming references identifed and recorded for 6400 mils.

_____ All gunners reference measurements are recorded to aiming points.

_____ Mark each aiming reference for night identification.

_____ Each howitzer traverse is level and clear of obstructions.

_____ Vehicles lowered to prevent interference with operations.

_____ Nets, vehicles, radar antenna, etc., do not artifically increase site to crest.

_____ Site to crest for each 400 mil traverse is identifed and sent to FDC.

_____ Each howitzer know the XO's minumum quadrant elevation for each 400 mil

sector.

_____ Position layed out in accordance with unit SOP.

_____ Ammunition protected and stored.

_____ Vehicles do not interfere with indirect fires.

_____ SCA and other cables will not be damaged during large traverse.

_____ Wire buried outside of gun traverse.

DEFENSIVE CONSIDERATIONS

_____ Each howitzer has identified direct fire sectors.

_____ Range cards prepared for each howitzer.

_____ Direct fire data computed, recorded, and rehearsed,

_____ Protective berm thick enough to stop largest enemy weapon.

_____ Individual and crew served positions have overhead cover.

_____ Deadspace out to 400 meters identified and covered by indirect, mines or APERS.

_____ Obstacles and early warning devices emplaced and a diagram made.

_____ Concertina wire emplaced outside of hand-grenade range.

_____ Ammunition protected from enemy fire.

_____ Defensive diagram prepared.

_____ Battery is defended by 6400 mil small arms fire.

REQUIRED DAILY CHECKS

_____ Who: 100% of the battery.

_____ Accomplish the following:

_____ Check weapons/sensitive items for accountability,serviceability, and

cleanliness.

_____ Unit armorer checks all crew served weapons for function & cleanliness.

_____ Commo rep checks all radios and antennas.

_____ Verify all range cards.

_____ Conduct howitzer prefire checks and before operations PMCS and annotate on

DA Form 2404.

_____ PMCS all vehicles and generators. Annotate deficiencies on DA Form 2404.

Report on LOGSTAT.

_____ BC/PL brief sections on:

_____ The tactical situation.

_____ Challenge and password.

_____ Route to alternate and supplementary positions.

_____ Rally points.

_____ MOPP Status.

_____ Alarms for enemy attack.

_____ Check aiming circles and re-lay the battery.

_____ Perform personal hygiene.

_____ Send sensitive item report to battalion.

_____ Ensure field sanitation team inspects and rebuilds if necessary a field latrine.

Ensure all personnel use the field latrine.FIRE DIRECTION OFFICER AND CHIEF COMPUTER CHECKLIST

Ref: ST 6-40-2 Jan 95, version 10.022

1. CONDUCT THE FOLLOWING CHECKS OF THE LCU/BCS:

SYS; SET UP

_____ Correct MET in use. (S,1 or 2)

_____ ATP field blank, if not authorized for use.

_____ Ensure correct TGT Block is specified.

SPRT; MAP

_____ Verify long coordinates for mapmod correctly entered.

_____ Verify correct grid zone and spheroid are entered.

AFU; UPDATE

_____ CORD: graphically check COB and ALT.

_____ AZ: verify that correct azimuth of fire is entered and verified w/ xo.

_____ MAXRNG: enter max range of weapon system ( in 10s of meters).

_____ MINRNG: enter min range of weapon system. (in 10s of meters)

_____ PTEMP: ensure current powder temperature is entered and updated as requires.

_____ Verify grid zone and sphere.

_____ Verify ORSTA A and B if lay was conducted with two aiming circles.

BCS; PIECES (MUST VERIFY DATA BEFORE IT IS EXECUTED)

_____ COORD: correct grid coordinates entered from advance partymans BUCS

_____ POLAR: data entered correctly based on orienting station lay data (especially

(azimuth).

_____ GRP: correct platoon locations annotated (R,L,C).

_____ OK: correct howitzer status reflected.

AFU; AMMO

_____ PROJ: all required projectiles entered correctly.

_____ PROJ: correct projectile lot designations entered.

_____ PROJ: verify projectile square weights w/ xo.

_____ FZES: all required fuzes entered correctly.

_____ Propellant: insure you enter correct prop. and lot.

BCS; MVVSUM

_____ Verify that the correct VE's are stored for each howitzer.

_____ Insure that the correct Proj family is used, propellant type and chg grp.

AFU; REGISTRATION FILE

_____ All registrations from previous positions deleted.

FM; OBCO

_____ Enter observer locations and ALT.

_____ Insure OBS # is entered correctly.

_____ Insure GLLDCO; CLDHT, and Visiability are entered ( when required)

MET; CM

_____ Insure ID line is correct

_____ Insure MET is entered correctly

_____ Check MET;CM for validity against tolerances outlined in ST-6-40

TGT/KNPT File and current MSN Buffer 4 &5

_____ Insure TGT/KNPT file are updated/deleted constantly using the FM;CFF

_____ Insure PRI TGTs, FPFs and CPH PRI TGTs are updated upon registrations, and

receipt of METs.

2. CONDUCT THE FOLLOWING CHECKS OF THE BUCS: (NOTE: BUCS

FORMATS CLOSELY PARALLEL THOSE OF THE BCS).

AFU INDEX

_____ Battery center is correct.

_____ Orienting Station is correct.

_____ Azimuth of fire is correct.

_____ PTEMP current.

_____ Piece locations are correct.

_____ All required projectiles and fuzes entered.

_____ All registration residuals from previous positions deleted.

_____ Correct VE's stored.

OBSERVER FILE

_____ All observer locations correctly entered.

SUPPORT FILE

_____ Correct MAPMOD data entered.

_____ Verify the data for the MET in use.

TARGET/KNOWN POINT FILE

_____ All targets are labeled correctly.

_____ All known points entered and labeled correctly (target and known point numbers

must match the BCS/LCU).

3. CONDUCT THE FOLLOWING CHECKS OF THE FIRING CHARTS:

_____ Verify that grid lines are labeled correctly covering your zone of operation.

_____ Battery location correctly plotted.

_____ Battery deflection indices properly plotted and labled.

_____ Observers plotted correctly.

_____ Observer azimuth indices plotted correctly plotted and labled.

_____ Known points plotted correctly with north indices correctlydrawn.

_____ MSD plotted correctly (close support firing).

_____ Q-36 plotted correctly with AZ indices

_____ Insure RFA's, CFLs, RFLs, etc. are plotted correctly.

4. ENSURE THAT THE FOLLOWING SAFETY ACTIONS ARE ACCOMPLISHED

PRIOR TO FIRING:

_____ Obtain XO's min QE for all azimuths of fire.

_____ Firing data check conducted between LCU/BCS, BUCS, and firing

charts.

_____ Verify TGPC's. Ensure they are sent to the guns. (for use if firing manual

computaions or battery center data is being used to fire)

_____ Verify GFT setting.

_____ Construct safety T's for all charges, shells, and fuzes.

_____ Safety data checked by an independent source.

_____ BC or XO checks battery location in LCU/BCS, BUCS and firing charts.

_____ Safety T's mass produced, distributed and double checked (old Ts removed from

firing PT).

_____ Communications established with battalion/observer.

5. ENSURE THAT THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PROCEDURES ARE FOLLOWED

DURING FIRING:

_____ All firing data verified as safe before sent to howitzers.

_____ Update all safety T's after registrations, new MET's, or other significant changes in

the GFT setting.

_____ Observe all applicable safety precautions in WPN TM.

FDC TROUBLESHOOTING CHECK LIST

STEP ONE: (SURVEY CHECKLIST)

_____ Do you have common survey (common direction and grid)?

_____ Do you have common grid between the battery and target area to include OP's and

known points?

_____ If you do not have survey, have you registered to account for location error? (see

step 4.)

_____ If survey is unavailable, conduct hasty ASTRO before grid.

_____ If SCP is available conduct directional traverse before grid.

_____ BC establish position IAW white paper (Avg Mode; common postion)

_____ Verify database:

_____ Verify AFU; Update information:

_____ Azimuth of lay.

_____ Propellant temperature.

_____ ORSTA (Aiming circle location).

_____ ST (Field for proper sight).

_____ WPN.

_____ MODEL.

_____ DF (Deflection of 3200).

_____ Verify BCS; Pieces:

_____ Do coordinates correspond to actual locations on the ground or map?

_____ Did you use verification method? (i.e. M17 plotting board)

_____ Was polar data entered correctly?

_____ Did you have to change ORSTA for any reason? If so, did you delete and

re-enter pieces?

_____ Did you have to change a piece location for any reason?

_____ If so, did you delete and re-enter pieces?

_____ Verify AFU; AMMO information:

_____ Projectile weights.

_____ Propellant lots the same in computer as on the guns.

_____ Verify SPRT; MAP information:

_____ Are the long coordinates correct?

_____ SPHEROID.

_____ GZ (Grid Zone).

_____ GD (Grid Declination).

_____ Map Datum.

_____ Verify Target Location:

_____ What method of target location was used?

_____ Check grid and altitude.

_____ If polar, check OB and OB coord/ALT.

_____ If shift, check known point coord/ALT.STEP TWO: (MET CHECKLIST)

_____ Verify the database:

_____ Verify SYS; SET UP

_____ Position and DT1 for space and time validity.

_____ Check MET line data. Suspect any keystroke errors?

_____ Does MET match actual weather conditions?

_____ Overload lines of MET/Standard lines of MET?

_____ Station heights?

_____ Are all units on the same MET?

_____ Have correct concurrent MET procedures been performed?

_____ If MET is bogus, consider registering to account for weather conditions or request

new MET.

STEP THREE: (MUZZLE VELOCITY MANAGEMENT CHECKLIST)

_____ Are MVV's stored for the projectile family and propellant model being fired?

_____ Verify BCS; MVV file for each gun

_____ Where did muzzle velocity variation come from?

_____ If historical data:

_____ Is manufacturer's lot on piece same as in MV record log?

_____ Is data inferred?

_____ If M90 chronograph data:

_____ Have MVCT 90-2 corrections been applied?

_____ Does BCS MVV check with BUCS MVV?

_____ Is lot on piece the same and being used?

_____ Is a preferred charge being fired?

_____ Use wear tables and experience to see if MVV's make sense. Let observers assist

in verifying shooting strength.

_____ Are the MVV books at battery and battalion updated?

STEP FOUR: (REGISTRATION CHECKLIST)

_____ Check registration file. Does AFU; REG exist for the position? Propellant lot?

Charge and trajectory being fired?

_____ Are the registration corrections suspect? Is database considered good and large

REG corrections reflected?

_____ Shoot a mission to MET gauge point with data prior to registration and compare

data with the mission shot with registration.

_____ Were observer techniques correct?

_____ Was the registration validated using work around techniques?

_____ Has the concurrent MET procedure been performed (MET/REG)? If so, was the

work around to validate been performed?

_____ Has the updating of survey taken place (SURV/REG)? If so, was the work around

performed?

_____ Did the piece measure the azimuth at the end of the registration?

_____ If registration corrections were transferred to you:

_____ Do you have common survey?

_____ Was the AFU; REG received after the concurrent MET was performed?

_____ Do you have a valid MET?

_____ Do you have MVV data? If not, are you firing the same lot as the registration

battery?

_____ Consider deleting or re-registering.

HOWITZER DIRECT FIRE RANGE CARD

Direct fire range cards should be completed for all howitzers in their primary, alternate, and supplemental positions. This checklist could be used when constructing a direct fire range card:

_____ Have you walked the terrain?

_____ Have you identified your left and right deflection limits?

_____ Have you identified reference points, the deflection, quadrant and range to those

reference points?

_____ Have you assigned the appropriate shell fuze combination to those reference points

based on range and expected targets.

_____ Have you covered any dead space with M18A1 claymore, M203,or the MK-19?

M119 Howitzer:

_____ Anti-personnel targets 275-400 use APERS.

_____ APERS targets designated as Charge 6 or 7?

_____ Close-in APERS targets annotated as muzzle action?

_____ Killer Junior targets 400 meters or greater? Closer than 400 meters the fuze

function is unreliable.

M198 Howitzer:

_____ Engage targets closer than 800 meters in combat only.

_____ Targets above or below howitzer require computation by FDC.

_____ Use of other than maximum charge require computation by FDC. (Killer Junior).

_____ Apply observer target factor.

_____ Prepare range card IAW FM 6-50, page 3-12.

**Note. No firing over friendly troops.

Central laying is the prefered method.

CRATER ANALYSIS

The battery is subject to counterfire and must have the capability to conduct crater analysis to determine the origin of enemy attack. The following checklist can be

used to correctly conduct crater analysis. (Reference FM 6-50, app J).

_____ Locate useable crater.

_____ Collect and remove fragments from the crater.

_____ Determines the eight digit grid coordinates of the crater.

_____ Determine caliber and type of weapon.

_____ Determine the direction to the enemy weapon using the methods of crater analysis

depicted in FM 6-50, appendix J.

_____ Record information on DA Form 2185-R(Artillery Counterfire Information).

_____ Search area for unexploded ordnance.

M60 POSITIONS

FM 5-103, FM 7-7

Brief Battery Defensive Plan.

Assign sectors of fire.

Primary.

Alternate.

FPL.

Does position support sector of fire?

Annotate positions on defensive sector sketch.

FPL on left or right tripod leg?

Range card to standard?

Improve sector of fire.

Clear fields of fire.

Measure targets/key terrain (GPS or pace).

Prepare fighting position.

Tripod remains in place/sand bagged.

Foxhole for gunner and assistant gunner.

Sector stakes.

Primary.

Alternate.

Frontal and Flank protection.

Bipod trench for alternate sector of fire.

Camouflage.

Improve fighting position.

Side/Rear protection.

Can position have full overhead cover?

Overhead supports long enough to transfer weight beyond

edge of foxhole?

Enough supports available?

Height above M60 enough to open feed tray and operate

sights?

Can assistant gunner change barrels?

Provide protection for crew

Cave or half cover over crew.

Overhead supports long enough to transfer weight beyond the edge

of the hole?

Enough supports available?

Maintain weapon and ammunition.

BUNKERS

CONSTRUCTION

_____ Is location tactically correct (not in path of traverse)?

_____ Walls should be sloped inward.

_____ Support for overhead 1 foot from edge of hole.

_____ Stringer for overhead resting on support not ground.

_____ Maximum Center-to-Center spacing for single pickets (open side down) is 5".

_____ Maximum Center-to-Center spacing for double pickets (formed into a box) is 7".

_____ Maximum Center-to-Center spacing for wooden 4x4's is 10".

_____ Base of overhead cover at least 1" thick wood?

_____ MINIMUM 18" packed soil?

_____ Waterproof layer on top of soil?

_____ Camouflage?

_____ Sides protected by at least 42" of soil?

DEFENSE - GENERAL

_____ Camouflage.

_____ Fortification (FM 5-103, FM 7-7).

_____ Bunkers

_____ Berms/Sandbag walls (aiming circle, collimators, etc)

_____ Ammunition, commo wire, generators.

_____ Over head cover.

_____ OP/LP (Consider METT-T).

_____ Avenues of approach.

_____ Visibility.

_____ 2-man team.

_____ Communications.

_____ Escape route.

_____ Equipment (NVGs, binoculars).

_____ Perimeter.

_____ Concertina wire (FM 5-103, FM 5-34).

_____ Barbed wire and tangle foot.

_____ Lanes marked and observed.

_____ Mines in place and locations recorded.

_____ Check daily.

_____ Covered by observation and fire.

_____ Dissiminate locations.

_____ Individual fighting positions (FM 7-7, FM 5-103).

_____ Sector of responsibility (primary/alternate).

_____ Sector stakes.

_____ Interlocking fields of fire.

_____ Final protective line.

_____ Protect from direct fire (FM 7-7, FM 5-103).

_____ Overhead cover (FM 7-7, FM 5-103).

_____ Crew served fighting positions.

_____ Sectors of fire.

_____ Traverse and elevation mechanism used.

_____ Final protective line.

_____ Range cards for each weapon system (FM 6-50, page 3-12).

_____ Protect from direct fire (FM 7-7, FM 5-103).

_____ Overhead cover (FM 7-7, FM 5-103).

_____ Command and control centers.

_____ Dug in or bermed to protect from direct/indirect fires.

_____ Equipment protected from overhead bursts (sand bags).

_____ In bunkers if possible (should be the goal).

_____ Redundant computation and communication capabilities.

_____ Defensive diagram.

_____ Signals (day and limited visibility).

_____ Plan targets for indirect fires (protective).

_____ Coordinate with adjacent unit.

_____ Special teams rehearsal (anti-tank, reactionary, etc.).

_____ Chemical detection devices properly emplaced.

_____ Civilians on the battlefield.

_____ Rules of engagement.

MISSION ANALYSIS (METT-T)

MISSION

_____ What/where are the maneuver objectives?

_____ How far beyond the objectives must we range?

_____ Do we have to provide coverage in any other direction?

_____ How many howitzers must we fire in these other directions?

_____ When are we expected to provide fires?

_____ Do we have to provide fires to other units? (D/A, Adj Bde)

ENEMY

_____ What is the basic threat to the battery? Air, Arty, Mortars, Dismounts, etc.

_____ How long will it take them to mass for an attack?

_____ In what numbers will they attack?

_____ What type and amount of threat equipment is on the battlefield positioned against

us? i.e. amount of 152mm artillery, number and type of air sorties per day, etc.

_____ How will they attack? Air then arty then dismounts, etc.

_____ Effect of the light/weather on the enemy and the battery;

_____ Temperature

_____ Humidity

_____ Rainfall

_____ Illumination data

TROOPS

_____ What is the current and projected battery strength?

_____ What other requirements will reduce that strength?

_____ Casualty evacuation, ammunition resupply, etc

_____ What units are attached/co-located with the battery?

_____ What is the current and projected morale/physical welfare of the unit?

_____ Do other units contingency plans effect the battery strength? Jump TOC

co-located, replacing observers, etc

TERRAIN

_____ Are survivable positions available based on the threat?

_____ Is static position required?

_____ Open terrain (300+ meters)

_____ Proper drainage

_____ Capable of supporting long term firing positions?

_____ Not restricted by other units (next to a FARP, or landing strip)

_____ Is a mobile defense required?

_____ Are enough suitable positions available?

_____ Does road network support convoy traffic?

_____ Are there ROE restrictions?

_____ What azimuths of fire must be covered in each position?

TIME

_____ When and where are fires required?

_____ When are moves required to support?

_____ When will supplementary positions need to occupied?

_____ How long before the enemy will attack the battery?

_____ What criteria will cause the battery to displace?

_____ When must the battery be IPRTF? FIRING ACCURATELY AND SAFELY

SECTION CHIEF

ACCURACY

_____ Accurate readback of fire commands

_____ Use GDUs

_____ Gunner/AG read from counters -- not memory

_____ Train eye-handwheel coordination.

_____ Collect powder temp every thirty minutes.

_____ Ammunition cleaned and protected from the weather.

_____ Train to fire off aiming posts/DAP.

_____ "Big 3" on gunline during missions.

_____ Turn all knobs and wheels clockwise on last movement.

_____ Use proper procedures for pulling the lanyard.

_____ Maintain an accurate DA 4513 record of fire.

_____ Maintain an accurate 2408-4.

_____ Standardize powder temperature collection (ammo in truck, in ground).

SAFETY

_____ Measure the sight to crest for the full 6400 mils.

_____ Use the correct procedures for traversing the howitzer.

_____ Do not go below the minimum manning IAW the -10.

_____ Section chiefs supervise -- not operate.

_____ Verify the sight picture.

_____ Do not exceed the allowable cant.

_____ Follow the correct crew drill.

_____ Do not sacrifice safety for speed.

DECLINATION OF M2 AIMING CIRCLE

CONSIDERATIONS

_____ Must have known azimuths to at least two markers preferably in opposite

directions.

_____ Azimuth markers should be at least 1000 meters from declination station (field

expedient 300 meters)

_____ Established by survey in an area free of magnetic distractions

OBJECT DISTANCE

Power lines/electronic equipment 150 m

Vehicles/rail road tracks 75 m

Barbed wire/small metal objects 10 m

DECLINATION

_____ Set up and level M2 over declination station.

_____ Upper motion: set known azimuth

_____ Lower motion: sight on azimuth marker

_____ Upper motion: center magnetic needle, read declination constant directly from

scale (nearest .5 mil)

_____ Repeat for second azimuth marker (or repeat on first if no second marker

available)

_____ Compare the DC; must be within 2 mils otherwise repeat.

ASTRO AZIMUTH CONTROL TECHNIQUE

This program enables firing battery personnel to compute a grid azimuth and a check angle from observations of the sun or a selected survey star. The accuracy of the computation is dependent on the instrument used to perform the observations.

This program uses the "electronic ephemeris", which eliminates the need to extract ephemeris data from FM 6-300. This program provides the option of using the BUCS internal timer to determine the data and time of "tip" for each observation or to input the

date and time manually.

Considerations

_____ Location of aiming circle known within 150 meters. Use the best available.

_____ Time accurate to within one second for sun or star. (10 seconds for Polaris). Time

signal can be obtained at AVN 294-1800 or commercial 202-653-1800. A time

signal receiver is available using NSN 5820-01-316-2670.

_____ Altitude of sun or survey star between 175 and 1100 mils. If accuracy of location

is in doubt, observe as close to 175 mils as possible.

_____ Check BUCs date and time. Reset if necessary.

Program Requirements

DATA NAME SAMPLE DATA COMMENTS

Station OS "A" Observers Location

Spheroid Code GRS-80 Trig List/Map Info

Location - Easting 554400.00 Trig List/Map Spot

Location - Northing 3835500.00 Trig List/Map Spot

Latitude North or South North Trig List/Map Info

Grid Zone 14 Trig List/Map Info

Use Sun, YES or NO Yes Observe Sun

Time Module, YES or NO No Manual Input Date/Time

Time Zone letter S DST does not apply

Daylight Savings Time Yes Summer Months in US

Observation Date 05.0688 DD.MMYY

Time at first TIP 09.3035 HH.MMSS

Which edge of the sun TRL Trail, Leading, Center

Time at second TIP 09.3135 HH.MMSS

(1) Use the following procedures when using the aiming circle and the hasty astro

program.

_____ Emplace the aiming circle over the orienting station.

_____ Place 0.0 on the upper motion of the aiming circle.

_____ Using the lower motion, track the celestial body and announce "tracking" when the instrument is oriented on the sun or selected survey star. Announce "tip" when the center of the reticle is exactly aligned on the sun or the star. The user has the option of observing the trailing edge, leading edge, or the center of the sun.

_____ At the announcement of "tip", when using the BUCs internal timer, the ENDLINE

button is pressed. If the internal timer is not being used, the date and time of the

"tip" is entered manually into the BUCs.

_____ The grid azimuth to the celestial body at the time of the "tip" is displayed. Record

this as the azimuth to the EOL.

_____ Depress the telescope and emplace the EOL.

_____ Using the upper motion re-track and tip then re-enter the date and time. Compare

the check angle displayed with that on the aiming circle. If they are within 2 mils,

the azimuth to the EOL is good, if not, recheck the setup data

and re-observe.

(2) Use the following procedures with the BUCs.

STEP REFERENCE ACTION

1 MAIN (?FDISAP*) SELECT A, ENDLINE

2 ASTRO (?HS*) SELECT H, ENDLINE

3 HASTY ASTRO SELECT ENDLINE

4 SPHEROID CODE: 0 Enter the name of the spheroid identifier used to

enter the map mode (1 digit), ENDLINE. (an entry

of 0 will show a list of legal entries)

5 EAST: 000000.00 Enter long coordinates of orienting station easting.

ENDLINE.

6 NORTH: 0000000.00 Enter long coordinates of orienting station northing.

ENDLINE.

7 GRID ZONE: 00 Enter grid zone identifier, ENDLINE. Legal entries 1 to 60.

Southern hemisphere precede grid zone with (-).

8 USE SUN (Y/N): If the sun is to be observed select Y, ENDLINE (go

to step 10). If one of the 73 survey stars is to be

observed, select N, ENDLINE.

9 STAR #: Enter the number of the star to be observed from

table at end of appendix, ENDLINE.

10 TIME MODULE (Y/N): Select N, ENDLINE to use external time.

Select Y, ENDLINE for the internal timer.

11 TIME ZONE LETTER Select the letter of the time zone where the orienting

station is located, ENDLINE.

12 DAY LT SV TIME (Y/N): If daylight savings time is being used, select Y or

else select N, ENDLINE.

13 PRESS ENDLINE AT TIP Press ENDLINE when "tip" is announced.

14 DD.MMYY: 00.0000 Displays the date that will be used from the timer, ENDLINE

STEP REFERENCE ACTION

15 HH.MMSS: 00.0000 Displays the time that will be used from the timer,

ENDLINE. Go to step 18.

16 OBS DATE Enter the date that will be used for

(DD.MMYY): the observation, ENDLINE

17 OBS TIME Enter the time that will be used for

(HH.MMSS): the observation, ENDLINE. If a survey star is used, go to step 19.

18 TRL/LDG/CTR If the sun observation was on the

(TR/L/C): leading edge, select L or if the trailing edge select

TR or if the center select C, ENDLINE

19 GRID AZ: 0000.000 Azimuth to the EOL is displayed, ENDLINE.

20 PRESS ENDLINE AT TIP Press ENDLINE when "tip" is announced.

21 HH.MMSS: 00.0000 Displays the time that will be used from the timer,

ENDLINE. Go to step 23.

22 OBS TIME Enter the time that will be used for

(HH.MMSS): the observation, ENDLINE. If a survey star is used,

go to step 24.

23 TRL/LDG/CTR If the sun observation was on the (TR/L/C):

leading edge, select L or if the trailing edge select

TR or if the center select C, ENDLINE

24 CK ANGLE: 0000.00 Check angle is displayed, ENDLINE.

25 ANOTHER OBS If the check angle is within 2.0 mils, (Y/N):

select N, ENDLINE. If the angle is greater than 2.0

mils,proceed to step 10 by selecting Y, ENDLINE.

26 END OF MSN (Y/N): To return to step 25 select N, otherwise select Y, ENDLINE.

27 ASTRO (?HS*): To return to MAIN INDEX select *, ENDLINE.

(3) This program will display the approximate azimuth and altitude (vertical altitude) to any of 73 survey stars selected by the user. This orientation data is accurate to within 0.5 mils for the date, time and location selected for the observation.

STEP REFERENCE ACTION

1 MAIN (?FDISAP*) SELECT A, ENDLINE

2 ASTRO (?HS*) SELECT S, ENDLINE

STEP REFERENCE ACTION

3 STAR ID Press ENDLINE

4 SPHEROID CODE: 0 Enter the name of the spheroid identifier used to enter themap mode (1 digit), ENDLINE. (an entry

of 0 will show a list of legal entries)

5 EAST: 000000.00 Enter long coordinates of orienting station easting.

ENDLINE.

6 NORTH: 0000000.00 Enter long coordinates of orienting station northing.

ENDLINE.

7 GRID ZONE: 00 Enter grid zone identifier, ENDLINE. Legal entries

1 to 60. Southern hemisphere precede grid zone

with (-)

8 OBS DATE Enter the date that will be used for

(DD.MMYY): the observation, ENDLINE.

9 OBS TIME Enter the time that will be used for

(HH.MMSS): the observation, ENDLINE. If a survey star is used, go to step 19.

10 TIME ZONE LETTER Select the letter of the time zone where the orienting

station is located, ENDLINE.

11 DAYLT SV TIME (Y/N): If daylight savings time is used on the timer, select

Y or else select N, ENDLINE

12 LST (DEGREES): 00.0 The local sidereal time is displayed, ENDLINE.

13 STAR #: Enter the number of the star selected for

Observation, ENDLINE.

14 AZ TO STAR: 0000.00 The grid azimuth to the star is displayed.

15 ALT TO STAR: 0000.00 The vertical angle to the star is displayed,

ENDLINE. (If the number is negative, the star is

below the horizon)

16 NEW STAR (Y/N): To return to step 13, select Y, otherwise select N, ENDLINE.

17 NEW OBS TIME (Y/N): To return to step 9, select Y, otherwise select N, ENDLINE.

18 END OF MSN (Y/N): To return to step 17 select N, otherwise select Y, ENDLINE.

19 ASTRO (?HS*): To return to MAIN INDEX select *, ENDLINE.

ALPHABETICAL STAR LIST

ACAMAR 12 HADAR 49

ACHERNAR 9 HAMAL 11

ACRUX 42*

ADHARA 26 KASUS AUSTRALIS 63

ALDEBARAN 15* KOCHAB 54*

ALHENA 24

ALIOTH 45 MARKAB 73

ALKAID 48 MENKAR 13

AL NA'IR 71 MENKENT 50

ALNILAM 20 MERAK 37

ALNITAK 21 MIAPLACIDUS 34

ALPHARD 35 MIMOSA 44

ALPHECCA 55 MIRFAK 14

ALPHERATZ 1* MIZAR 46

ALTAIR 66*

ANKAA 4 NUNKI 65

ANTARES 57* NU 69

ARCTURUS 51*

ATRIA 58 PEACOCK 67

AVIOR 32 PHECDA 40

POLARIS 10*

BELATRIX 18 POLLUX 30

BETA HYDRI 3 PROCYON 29

BETELGEUSE 22

RASALHAGUE 61

CANOPUS 23 REGULUS 36*

CAPELLA 17 RIGEL 16

CAPH 2 RIGEL KENTAURUS 52

CASTOR 28 RUCHBAH 8

DENEB 68 SABIK 59

DENEBOLA 39 SCAULA 60

DIPHDA 6 SCHEDAR 5

DSCHUBBA 56 SIRIUS 25*

DUBHE 38 SPICA 47

SUHAIL 33

ELNATH 19

ELTANIN 62 VEGA 64

ENIF 70

FOMALHAUT 72 WEZEN 27

GACRUX 43 ZEBENELGENUBI 53

GAMMA CASSIOPEIA 7

GAMMA VELORUM 31

GIENAH 41

* SIGNIFIES PREFERRED STARS FOR HASTY ASTRO SELECTED CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS

Direct fire weapons penetrate either by their momentum (like a small arms bullet) or by a chemical reaction (like an RPG or shaped charge). These weapons are fired DIRECTLY at the position and are therefore more likely to strike the position than an indirect fire projectile. Shaped-charges have been defeated in the past using a "stand-off" which prematurely detonates the projectile before striking the postion.

Indirect fire causes damage from either Blast or Fragmentation. Blast creates a shock wave which knocks apart walls or roof structures and can cave in excavations. Fragmentation damage depends on the location of the burst (air or ground/delay) with an air burst causing the greatest damage from fragments.

Material thickness in inches required to protect against direct hits by small arms (7.62mm and less) at 100 yds.

Sandbags filled with Loam (Dry) - 30" (Wet) - 45"

Sandbags filled with Sand (Dry) - 20" (Wet) - 40"

Parapets (berms) of Clay (Dry) - 42" (Wet) - 84"

Parapets (berms) of Loam (Dry) - 36" (Wet) - 54"

Parapets (berms) of Sand (Dry) - 24" (Wet) - 48"

Material between boards Clay (Dry) - 36" (Wet) - 72"

Material between boards Loam (Dry) - 24" (Wet) - 36"

Material between boards Sand (Dry) - 12" (Wet) - 24"

Material thickness in inches required to protect against direct

hits by HE Shaped-Charges weapons (RPG, Sagger, etc)

Rock Min 24" Max 36"

Soil Min 66" Max 100"

Steel Min 14" Max 24"

Wood Min 72" Max 108"

Material thickness in inches required to protect against indirect

fire fragmentation and blast exploding 50 FEET away.

Material MTR MTR RKT HE HE BOMB BOMB BOMB BOMB

82mm 120mm122mm122mm152mm100lb 250lb 500lb 1000lb

Loose

earth 12 12 12 12 16 24 30 - -

between

boards

Sandbag

(Clay)* 10 18 18 18 20 30 40 40 50

Sandbag

(Sand)* 8 16 16 16 18 30 30 40 40

Berm

(Clay)* 12 20 20 20 30 36 48 60 -

Berm

(Sand)* 10 18 18 18 24 24 36 36 48

* Double values if material is wet

SELECTED CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS ROOF CONSTRUCTION

Thickness of wood to use as a base for overhead cover (plywood).

Thickness of Span Length, ft

Earth Cover, ft 2-1/2' 3' 3-1/2' 4' 5' 6'

1-1/2' 1" 1" 2" 2" 2" 2"

2' 1" 2" 2" 2" 2" 3"

2-1/2' 1" 2" 2" 2" 2" 3"

3' 2" 2" 2" 2" 3" 3"

3-1/2' 2" 2" 2" 2" 3" 3"

4' 2" 2" 2" 2" 3" 4"

Center-to-Center spacing for steel pickets

Number of Sand bag layers Span Length, ft

3' 6' 9'

Single-Picket Beams* Center-to-Center Spacing, in

2 7" 7" 6"

5 6" 5" 4"

Double-Picket Beams**

2 7" 7" 7"

5 7" 7" 7"

* Used with open side down.

** Two pickets are welded every 6 inches to form box beams.

BATTERY COMMANDER RESPONSIBILITIES

_____ Select LZ for aerial resupply; notify ALOC

_____ Appoint POC logistics for battery

CLASS I

_____ Send accurate PERSTAT to ALOC

_____ Maintain class I basic load

_____ Deploy with water cans in each vehicle

_____ Send empty mess equipment & water cans back with LOGPACs

_____ Evacuate trash daily

CLASS II

_____ Maintain 15 DOS (expendable & SSSC)

_____ Submit resupply requests to ALOC on DA Form 2765-1 and

send to ALOC on LOGPAC return trips

_____ Request CIF DX through ALOC on LOGSTAT

_____ Battery supply sergeant prepare accountability documents and sign over to

LOGPAC NCOIC

CLASS III

_____ Submit accurate LOGSTAT to ALOC

_____ Maintain vehicle fuel tanks at least half full

_____ Deploy with diesel 5-gallon cans

_____ Deploy with MOGAS 5-gallon cans for the generator

_____ Maintain a basic load of packaged POL

_____ Submit request (DA From 2765-1) to restock basic load to ALOC with LOGPACs

CLASS IV

_____ Maintain basic load of class IV

_____ Include requests for additional class IV in daily LOGSTAT (as required)

CLASS V

_____ Provide accurate artillery ammunition counts to TOC

_____ Request small arms and class V mines in daily LOGREP (as required)

CLASS VI

_____ Ensure all soldiers have personal hygiene items

_____ Request sundry pack items (as required)

CLASS VII

_____ Maintain current copies of vehicle load plans including LIN and NSN of all items

on that vehicle (installation kits, radios, NODs, nets, etc.)

_____ Report all equipment losses to ALOC on A/L ASAP

_____ Request permission to destroy supplies and equipment to the ALOC on A/L as

necessary

_____ Use captured/abandoned food and class VIII for EPWs

_____ Report location, type and quantities of enemy ammunition to the ALOC.

CLASS VIII

_____ Request re-stockage of CLS and medic aidbags

CLASS IX

_____ Submit request to ALOC with distribution (DA Form 2765) If equipment is

deadlined, send IAW unit SOP on A/L; otherwise, include in daily LOGSTAT

_____ Evacuate vehicles/equipment requiring services

MAINTENANCE

_____ Conduct daily operator PMCS on all equipment

_____ Report deadlined equipment IAW unit SOP

SERVICES

_____ Request all services (laundry, chaplain, etc.) through ALOC

_____ Enforce Preventative Medicine measures

_____ Inspect field sanitation kit, field latrine

FIELD SANITATION CHECKLIST (See FM 21-20)

_____ Designate latrine locations downhill

_____ Inspect water containers (including 5-gallon cans), food preparation areas

_____ Inspect latrines

_____ Hand wash with soap & brushes at mess hall & latrines

_____ Enforce hand washing in mess line

_____ Ensure soldiers conduct personal hygiene daily; clean feet, armpits, faces

_____ Foot powder, sunscreen, insect repellent, chap stick issued to soldiers

_____ Inspect use of insect nets

_____ Inspect rodent control measures

BATTERY CASUALTY CHECKLIST PRIOR TO RECEIVING CASUALTIES

_____ Identify closest casualty collection point/BAS

_____ Establish and maintain communications with nearest BAS.

_____ Identify PZ for aerial MEDEVAC; rehearse nine-line request and LZ marking

_____ Prepare map to nearest BAS/CCP; place copy in evacuation vehicle

_____ Identify vehicle and security element to evacuate litter urgent patients

_____ Rehearse casualty evacuation; ensure all know location of battery casualty point,

actions by medics, actions by CLS

_____ Know location of graves registration point

_____ Ensure all soldiers carry and complete DA Forms 1155 & 1156

ACTIONS ON SUSTAINING CASUALTIES

_____ Get accountability of remaining personnel. Cross level sections/perimeter as

required

_____ CLS stabilize, soldiers evacuate to battery CCP

_____ Identify types and numbers of wounds to ALOC and nearest CCP/BAS

_____ Remove small arms ammunition from casualties for redistribution

_____ If required, request casualty evacuation support from higher

_____ Notify ALOC with departure and closure radio checks

_____ Notify ALOC of battle roster numbers and status

_____ Complete witness statements (DA Form 1155) and casualty feeder reports (DA

Forms 1156). Forward to ALOC on next logistics run.

_____ Wrap KIAs in body bags or ponchos; keep covered. Evacuate separately from

wounded

_____ Do not bury KIAs without permission from battalion commander. In the absence

of a DA Form 551, report to ALOC:

_____ Name, SSN, Unit.

_____ Religion.

_____ Date & cause of death.

_____ Disposition of effects.

_____ Location of grave site (10-digit grid).

_____ Prepare sketch of burial site.

_____ Securely attach identifying items to body.

_____ Do not remove items from body.

_____ Contaminated remains.

_____ Personnel handling remain in MOPP.

_____ Use separate burial site from non-contaminated remains.

_____ Cover with one foot dirt.

_____ Use standard contamination markers one to three feet apart, secure in place

over remains.

_____ Cover remains and markers with wire.

_____ Use standard markers on wire above ground.

FA CSS CHECKLISTS

PLANS/ORDERS

S1 PLANNING/FASP CHECKLIST 2

S4 PLANNING/FASP CHECKLIST 2

S4 PLANNING/ORDER DEVELOPMENT 2

SAMPLE SERVICE SUPPORT ANNEX TO FASP 3

MOVEMENT CHECKLIST 5

LOGISTICS CONVOY ORDER 6

ACTIONS AT AMBUSH 8

RULES OF ENGAGEMENT 9

LRP PROCEDURES CHECKLIST 9

REAR FIRE SUPPORT CHECKLIST 11

ALOC/TRAINS

ALOC OCCUPATION PRIORITY OF WORK 12

ALOC OPERATIONS CHECKLIST 12

ALOC SHIFT-CHANGE CHECKLIST 13

TRAINS DEFENSE CHECKLIST 14

S1 SECTION

S1 SERVICES CHECKLIST 15

S1 EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST 15

S1 CASUALTY CHECKLIST 16

S1 REPLACEMENT PROCESSING CHECKLIST 16

POW PROCESSING CHECKLIST 17

CIVILIAN DETAINEES CHECKLIST 17

MEDIA ON THE BATTLEFIELD 18

MEDICAL SUPPORT

MEDICAL SUPPORT CHECKLIST 19

FIELD SANITATION 19

S4 SECTION

S4 RESPONSIBILITIES 20

S4 EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST 21

PLANS/ORDERS

S1 PLANNING/FASP CHECKLIST

_____ Risk assessment

_____ Location of FA BAS & CCPs

_____ Locations of all (infantry) CCPs & BAS

_____ Location of C Company, FSB

_____ Hospital in area

_____ MEDEVAC frequencies

_____ Contaminated casualty procedures

_____ Location of GREGG point

_____ Contaminated remains procedures

_____ Mail handling (if different than SOP)

_____ Religious support (if different than SOP)

_____ VIP, Press & PAO visits

_____ EPW cage location

_____ Enemy MEDEVAC & GREGG procedures

_____ Noncombatant MEDEVAC & GREGG procedures

_____ ROE

_____ Class A Agent requirements/orders

_____ Crossleveling of personnel

S4 PLANNING/FASP CHECKLIST

_____ Artillery trains location

_____ Expected time that trains will be operational

_____ Plan push packages for first LOGPAC

_____ Suspense for first LOGSTAT

_____ First LOGPAC

_____ Time

_____ Location

_____ Visual recognition procedures

_____ Planned push packages

_____ Special instructions

S4 PLANNING/ORDER DEVELOPMENT

_____ All Classes.

_____ Scheme of resupply (CDS, LRP, ATPs, etc).

_____ Supporting unit or BSA location.

_____ Sources of supply.

_____ Operational considerations.

_____ Proposed or actual MSRs and control measures (provide graphics for order).

_____ Movement control plan (daily LOGPACs controlled by BDE or BN).

_____ LOGSTAT reporting/recording responsibilities and any possible changes.

_____ Class I ration cycle.

_____ Head-count if feeding other units.

_____ Class V CSR (105mm and small arms).

_____ Services.

_____ GREGG procedures and team locations.

_____ Maintenance procedures and team locations.

_____ Shower and bath procedures and team locations.

_____ Laundry/Uniform exchange procedures and team locations.

SAMPLE SERVICE SUPPORT ANNEX TO FASP

Annex D (Service Support)

1. Purpose: This annex provides operational guidance and establishes standard procedures for the conduct of battalion and battery level combat service support.

2. Battalion Trains. The battalion trains are the focal point for administrative and logistical actions in the battalion. The battalion trains normally operate as unit trains in the brigade support area. For limited periods, the battalion may also establish combat trains, as required. The command post for the battalion trains is the administrative and logistics center (ALOC).

3. Battalion Trains Composition.

a. Headquarters.

(1) HHS Battery Commander

(2) HHS Battery 1SG

(3) Chemical NCO

b. Administrative Logistical Operations Center (ALOC)

(1) Battalion XO

(2) Battalion S1/adjutant and PAC

(3) Battalion S4 and Supply Section

c. POL Section

d. Battalion Maintenance Section (-) (Batteries and radar deploy with organic mechanics; one generator mechanic attached to TOC)

e. Battalion Mess Section (-) (Attach one cook per battery & TOC)

f. Battalion Aid Station (-) (May locate with TOC or C Company) (Attach one medic per battery & TOC)

g. HHS Supply Section

h. Battalion Ammunition Section (+) (Battery ammunition sections attached to battalion ammunition section)

i. Battalion Communications Section (-) (SIGO and maintenance contact team with TOC) (Organic commo/wire sections with firing batteries)

4. Duties and Responsibilities: (See FM 6-20-1)

a. Commander, HHS Battery

(1) Commander of the unit (field) trains

(2) Conduct RSOP procedures for the field trains

(3) Act as a forward logistical element representative

during initial deployment into the area of operation.

(4) Fire support officer for the brigade support area

(5) Be prepared to deploy as battalion liaison officer.

b. Battalion Logistic Officer (S4)

(1) ALOC OIC

(2) OIC of combat trains, if deployed.

c. Battalion Personnel Officer (S1)

(1) Be prepared to assume duties of the battery commander.

(2) OIC of ALOC, if combat trains deployed.

5. Operations

a. General: The commander of the trains is the HHS battery commander. The battalion S1 will assume his duties should the BC not be able to perform them. The S4 is the ALOC OIC and has operational control of the assets in the trains. The ALOC is the net control station for the battalion administrative/ logistics (A/L) net. The ALOC also monitors (scans) the battalion command and brigade A/L nets.

b. If required by METT-T, the battalion will establish combat and field trains:

COMBAT TRAINS FIELD TRAINS

S4 S1

PSNCO S4 NCOIC

BMT Motor sergeant

Ammunition Officer Ammunition NCO

PA Mess NCO

HHS 1SG HHS BC

Appendices:

1 - Logistics

2 - Personnel

3 - Medical

4 - Convoy Procedures

MOVEMENT CHECKLIST

_____ HHS Battery Commander conducts RSOP

_____ Clear proposed location with FA or FSB S3

_____ Receive intelligence on route and proposed location

_____ Fire plan/targets on route/proposed location

_____ 1SG assembles advance party

_____ Battery commander

_____ Battery 1SG

_____ Guides (one per section)

_____ Mine sweeping team (Capable of conducting chemical recon)

_____ 1SG checks advance party equipment

_____ Vehicles and radios/radio checks

_____ Section signs and chem lites

_____ OE-254

_____ Telephones & wire as required

_____ NODs

_____ PLGR

_____ BC briefs advance party

_____ Mission

_____ Every section chief has map

_____ Driver & TC briefing; see convoy order checklist

_____ Advance party tasks

_____ Conduct route reconnaissance

_____ Secure site (security, mine, and NBC hazard sweeps)

_____ Mark element locations with signs &/or chem lites

_____ Identify/mark crew served weapons positions

_____ Coordinate with adjacent units

_____ Draft defense sketch

_____ Erect OE-254; radio check

_____ Position ground guides to meet main body

_____ Call location to FA TOC and brigade ALOC/FSB TOC

_____ Call main body forward (if not brigade trains movement)

LOGISTICS CONVOY ORDER

1. Situation

a. Friendly

b. Enemy

c. Weather

2. Mission

3. Execution

a. Composition

- type operation: LRP, LOGPAC, or Hot Rearm/Refuel

- vehicle loads

- order of march

- convoy commander's inspection

- air/ground guard in vehicles/crew served weapons

b. Route

- SP/checkpoints/rally points

- primary route

- alternate route

- planned halts

- RP

c. Actions During Movement

- convoy internal

- convoy speed/catch up speed

- actions at halts, short and long

- actions on enemy contact

- actions on minefield contact/minestrike procedures

- actions at breakdowns

- fire support

d. Actions at the Objective

- recon and security sweep

- occupation

- security/site defense

- link up

- resupply

- departure

- actions upon enemy contact

- fire support

e. Rehearsals

- Actions on contact

- Actions on objective

- Actions during movement

4. Service and Support

a. Fuel

b. Food and Water

c. Maintenance

d. Medical support

5. Command and Signal

a. Command

- Location of convoy commander

- Location of other key leaders

- Succession of command - Rally point

b. Signal

- Vehicles with radio

- Internal radios (PRC-127)

- Radio checks

Frequencies and call signs

- Bn A/L

- Bn Command

- MEDEVAC

- Freq for calling fires

Challenge and Password

Visual Signals

- ambush, blocked and unblocked

- air attack

- NBC attack - disperse

- halt short/long

6. Safety

- Risk assessment

- Speed, dust, road conditions, vehicle distances,

goggles, safety straps, clean windshields, helmets, seat belts,

PMCS

- TCs alert

- Vehicle maintenance

ACTIONS AT AMBUSH

BLOCKED AMBUSH

_____ Place maximum fire on ambushing forces

_____ Personnel in kill zone dismount and attack as infantry

_____ Execute on-call fires

_____ Report to higher headquarters

UNBLOCKED AMBUSH

_____ Increase speed and move through area

_____ Place maximum fire on ambushing forces

_____ Execute on-call fires

_____ Report to higher headquarters

ACTIONS ON AIR ATTACK

_____ Disperse off side of road

_____ Mass small arms fire at point ahead of aircraft

_____ Report to higher headquarters

ACTIONS ON ARTILLERY ATTACK

_____ Increase speed

_____ If fire follows convoy, terrain march may be conducted

_____ Report to higher headquarters

RULES OF ENGAGEMENT

_____ Specific rules of engagement provided by commander

_____ Use firepower with care & discrimination

_____ Inform soldiers of ROE and emphasize importance of minimizing casualties & destroying property

_____ Make every effort to observe all indirect fires. Use indirect fires only when:

_____ When deemed essential by the tactical commander and directed against clearly identified targets or

_____ Unit is in danger of being overrun

_____ Use direct fire weapons in populated areas only when necessary & at discretion of controlling tactical commander

_____ Ensure every precaution short of endangering friendly lives is taken to avoid non- combatant casualties

_____ Provide medical attention to non-combatant casualties

_____ Remember Geneva & Hague conventions

LRP PROCEDURES CHECKLIST

BATTERY COMMANDERS/TOC

_____ Confirm time, place of LRP link up with ALOC

_____ Confirm list of incoming supplies with ALOC NLT 4 hours prior

_____ If going to LRP, give battery LOG rep convoy briefing

_____ Confirm near & far recognition signals

_____ Send both vehicle and trailer

_____ Send mail handler

_____ If support platoon is delivering to battery, consolidate all outgoing supplies at

central location inside perimeter. Otherwise, load on truck & trailer.

_____ Return to trains

_____ Empty water cans

_____ Empty fuel cans

_____ Trash

_____ Deceased personnel & their effects

_____ List of incoming supplies

_____ DA Forms 2404 & 2765 & 2765-1

_____ Distribution (DA Forms 1155, 1156, sympathy ltrs)

_____ Outgoing mail

_____ Mail bags

_____ Vehicles/Equipment requiring services

_____ If inside perimeter, make face-to-face coordination with SPL

S4

_____ Clear LRP site and route with brigade ALOC/FSB

_____ Advise units of time and place to rendezvous

_____ Organize LOGPAC convoy from organic trains assets

_____ Determine support required from PERSTAT and LOGSTAT reports

_____ Advise mess, maintenance, POL, chaplain, S1, PA, and ammunition of upcoming LRP and support required by each battery

_____ Send sundry packs to each battery based on PERSTAT

_____ Ensure LOGPAC has vehicle with radio

_____ Have trains personnel fill water cans

_____ Have trains personnel fill fuel cans (MOGAS & Diesel)

_____ If vehicles going to battery, put supplies and battery replacements on that vehicle

_____ Give convoy commander list of supplies going to each battery

_____ Log all movements of the LOGPAC, report to FA & FSB TOCs

_____ If setting up hot rearm/refuel point, include TPU

BATTALION AMMUNITION SERGEANT

_____ Load trucks with supplies for each battery; transport fuel in trailers

_____ Attend convoy briefing

_____ Backhaul trash & dunnage

_____ Backhaul personnel remains

_____ Backhaul empty mess containers, fuel and water cans

MESS SERGEANT

_____ Confirm personnel counts from PERSTAT NLT 4 hours prior

_____ Prepare rations for pickup by LOGPAC

_____ Ensure utensils, plates, condiments etc. equal personnel count

_____ Accept empty mess container upon return of LOGPAC

S1

_____ Send mail handler with mail and distribution for each battery. Include OERs/NCOERs/sympathy letters for signature. Include any forms requested by battery (finance, UCMJ, etc.).

_____ Send morale support items (books, newspapers, magazines, etc.) with mail handler

SPL/CONVOY COMMANDER

_____ Receive mission briefing, intelligence briefing on route and LRP site

_____ Receive fire support briefing from HHS commander

_____ Check list of supplies going to each battery

_____ Confirm frequencies, call signs, fills, challange & password, recognition signals. Make radio check prior to departure. Do not carry SOI.

_____ Conduct convoy briefing IAW checklist

_____ Report checkpoints, arrival and departure from LRP site

_____ If conducting hot rearm/refuel, configure piles for each vehicle/section in battery. Include 5-gallon fuel cans. (Avoid pumping from TPU into vehicles.)

_____ If at battery, make face-to-face coordination with CINC logistics/BC/1SG & BOC

_____ Pick up trash, all empty fuel & water cans

_____ Ensure mail handler picks up all mail & distribution (DA Forms 1155 & 1156, letters of sympathy, finance forms, etc.).

_____ Back haul any remains to graves registration point

REAR FIRE SUPPORT

_____ Designate the Rear Fire Support Officer (RFSO)/Fire Support NCO

_____ Identify communication equipment requirements for rear fire support

_____ Establish the Rear FSE within the FSB TOC in close proximity of the S2/S3 sections

_____ Integrate Fire Support into the FSB decision making process

_____ Assist the FSB S2 in developing a Rear Area high value target list (HVTL)

_____ Conduct daily targeting meeting at a minimum (FSB XO is in charge, key attendees: S2, S3, RFSO, tenant unit representatives are optional)

_____ Identify current high payoff targets (HPT)

_____ Assign target detection/execution responsibilities

_____ Develop attack guidance matrix (AGM)

_____ Select primary and alternate target attack delivery system

_____ Issue OPORD/FRAGO with results of targeting meeting

_____ Define Rear Area purpose of fires

_____ Develop Rear Area scheme of fires

_____ Determine priorities of fire for the rear area

_____ Allocate targets for planning purposes to tenant units

_____ Determine assets available to provide FS in the Rear Area

_____ Determine/coordinate communications plan for target engagement

_____ Establish and validate clearance of fire procedures

_____ Write the Rear Area Fire Support Plan as a part of the FSB OPORD

_____ Fires Paragraph in the "PPAR" format ( purpose, priority, allocations, restrictions)

_____ Fire Support tasks to subordinate units

_____ HPTL

_____ AGM

_____ Target selection standards (TSS)

_____ Target List

_____ Target Overlay

_____ Fire Support Execution Matrix (FSEM)

_____ Coordinate Rear Fire Support plan with BDE FSE

_____ Conduct tactical Fire Support Rehearsal in conjuction with FSB (CSS) rehearsals

_____ Conduct technical Fire Support rehearsal with observers and shooters (can be radio rehearsal)

_____ Execute the plan

ALOC/TRAINS

ALOC OCCUPATION PRIORITY OF WORK

_____ Establish local security

_____ Establish FM communications with FA TOC & batteries, FSB TOC/BDE ALOC.

Erect OE254.

_____ Erect and prepare ALOC

_____ Remote MSRT into ALOC; affiliate

_____ Camouflage vehicles & ALOC

_____ Update status boards & situation map

_____ Bring TACCS on line

_____ Establish wire commo with brigade ALOC/FSB TOC

_____ Establish wire commo with SEN/LEN; affiliate DNVT

_____ Select crew-served weapons locations & sectors of fire

_____ Construct fighting positions

_____ Construct survivability positions

_____ Establish wire communications with each section & fighting positions

_____ Erect & camouflage sleeping tents

ALOC OPERATIONS CHECKLIST

_____ Establish & maintain DA Form 1594

_____ Establish/post shift schedule

_____ Shift consists of 1 S1 rep, 1 S4 rep, 1 RTO, 1 runner

_____ LOGSTAT report from batteries XXXX hours daily

_____ S4 rep compiles, compare CL V with AFU update (S3)

_____ Forward to brigade S4 NLT XXXX hours daily

_____ Forward to support platoon leader

_____ PERSTAT report from batteries XXXX hours daily

_____ S1 rep compiles

_____ Forwards to brigade S1 NLT XXXX hours daily

_____ Battle loss (CL VII) report

_____ Advise S4 & XO

_____ S4 compares with load plans

_____ Forward to brigade

_____ Ammunition tracking

_____ Compare LOGSTAT with AFU update (S3)

_____ Battle tracking (overlays, intel, maneuver, fire support, logistics/MSR, unit

locations)

_____ Movement/Convoy control

_____ Shifts/Shift change brief

_____ Critical systems status

_____ Replacement inprocessing (See S1 checklist)

_____ Press handling

_____ BSA fire plan

_____ Control of sensitive items

_____ Signs in BSA pointing to FA trains

COMMUNICATIONS

_____ Establish FM communications with TOC on battalion command

_____ NCS for battalion A/L

_____ Monitor/Scan battalion command

_____ Monitor/Scan brigade A/L

_____ Establish wire communication with brigade ALOC (Switchboard &/or MSE

DNVT)

_____ Establish wire communication TOC (if practical)

_____ Establish internal wire with perimeter

_____ Establish internal wire with maintenance, mess sections

_____ Remote MSRT from HQ-5 into ALOC

ALOC SHIFT-CHANGE CHECKLIST

_____ Situation

_____ Enemy activities last 24 hours

_____ Friendly activities

_____ Current locations (batteries, TOC, radar, FSB TOC, all companies & mortars)

_____ Personnel

_____ Gains last 24 hours (names, assignment, unit)

_____ Losses last 24 hours (names, assignment, unit, present location)

_____ Units' critical shortages (by battery, battalion roll-up)

_____ Units' current status (by battery, battalion roll-up)

_____ Projected gains and RTDs next 24 hours

_____ Morale Support

_____ Chaplain's location, service plan

_____ Mail pick-up/drop-off times & locations

_____ Projected morale support activities next 24 hours

_____ Class I through IX (every class) & water

_____ Current quantity on hand in BSA

_____ Current requests by unit

_____ Current on hand amounts in units

_____ DTG next class I push/log run with class I

_____ Security

_____ Name & location of current sergeant-of-the-guard

_____ Verify communications with all sections & OPs

_____ Verify current challange/password & signals

_____ Communications

_____ Verify communications with all subscribers (FM, wire, MSE)

_____ Verify next change-over & DTG

_____ Check generator

TRAINS DEFENSE CHECKLIST

PASSIVE SECURITY

_____ Vehicles and tents dispersed

_____ Camouflage

_____ Windshields, lights & mirrors covered

_____ Hoods erected

_____ Nets on all vehicles & tents

_____ Fighting positions concealed; minimize silhouette

_____ Cover

_____ ALOC in low ground, berms, radios or antennae remoted

_____ All fighting positions have 18" overhead cover

_____ Survivability positions for ALOC shift personnel with 18" overhead cover

_____ Noise

_____ Generators sandbagged/dug in

_____ Radio volume minimized

_____ Avoid metal-to-metal contact during occupations/march order

_____ Light

_____ Use tent liners

_____ Secure tent doors & windows

_____ Flashlight filters

_____ Check tents with NODs after EENT

_____ NBC alarms properly emplaced

ACTIVE SECURITY

_____ Stand-to by all personnel (See battery FSOP)

_____ R & S patrols at stand-to; minimum of 200 meters beyond perimeter

_____ All crew served weapons sited by 1SG

_____ All crew served weapons have interlocking fields of fire

_____ All crew served weapons have T&E mechanisms, range cards

_____ All positions on perimeter are dug in with 18" overhead cover. Can change barrels,

and lift cover.

_____ Flank positions tied with adjacent units

_____ Communications wire to all OP/LPs

_____ Perimeter sketch to brigade ALOC/FSB TOC and FA TOC

_____ Reaction force lead by 1SG

_____ Reaction force organized into 2 X 5-man teams

_____ Vehicle identified for responding to call for reaction force

_____ Signal for reaction force is five short horn blasts, repeated three times

_____ Reaction force assembles at ALOC

_____ Rehearse reaction force daily

_____ Off-shift personnel on perimeter

_____ On-shift personnel

_____ Secure/destroy classified material

_____ Erase map boards

_____ Secure immediate vicinity of ALOC

_____ On-shift officer & RTO

_____ Secure radio & SOI

_____ Execute E&E to TOC if in danger of being overrun

S1 SECTION

S1 SERVICES CHECKLIST

_____ Pick up mail at brigade ALOC daily

_____ Deliver mail in conjunction to LOGPACs

_____ Pick up outgoing mail during LOGPACs

_____ Request morale support items from brigade S1 (books, magazines, newspapers etc.) Ensure you forward fair share to each battery during LOGPACs.

_____ Request information from brigade S1 on morale events (movies, band concerts, etc.) Advise commanders.

_____ Advise commanders of red cross messages immediately.

_____ Provide support for red cross personnel within the limits of mission accomplishment. Advise the commander.

_____ Advise battery commanders of other services available

_____ Coordinate chaplain support with DivArty/Brigade S1

_____ Coordinate chaplain support for EPOWs and civilian detainees held by battalion

_____ Process finance actions as requested by commanders. Forward forms with LOGPACs when possible. Otherwise, bring soldier to ALOC on LOGPACs. Forward completed forms to brigade S1.

_____ Coordinate requests for legal support (wills, defense counseling, etc.) with brigade S1

_____ Process awards and forward to brigade/DivArty S1

_____ Process personnel action on TACCS. Deliver disk to brigade/DivArty IAW their SOPs

S1 EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST

_____ TACCS computer

_____ Computer paper

_____ Spare printer ribbons

_____ Forms (DA Forms 6, 17, 17-1, 31, 67-8, 67-8-1, 285, 285-1, 410, 428, 455, 647, 647-1, 638, 638-1, 689, 751, 1103, 1155, 1156, 1341, 1307, 1574, 1594, 1687, 2141, 2142, 2442, 2166-7, 2166-7-1, 2627, 2627-1, 2627-2, 2715-R, 2823, 2970, 3169-R, 3355, 3685-R, 3744-R, 4187, 4856, 4980-18, 5110-R, DD Forms 93, 173/1/2/3, 261, 285, 398, 458, 553, 577, 689, 1115, 1351-2, 1351-2C, 1610, 1689, 2558)

_____ Regulations (Update 5 (All Ranks), 6 (Officer Ranks), 7 (Enlisted Ranks), 8 (Finance), 9 (Message Address Directory), 11 (Evalustions), 12 (Military Occupational Classification), AR 15-6, 25-50, 25-400-2, 105-31, 190-40, 220-1, 220-15, 220-45, 385-10, 385-40, 600-8-1, 600-8, MCM (Misc Pub 9-2))

_____ Field desk with office supplies

S1 CASUALTY CHECKLIST

_____ Log in appropriate casualty log (A, B, C, or HHS)

_____ Determine if casualty is a key loss

_____ If key loss, report to battalion commander, brigade and DivArty S1s

_____ Obtain DA Forms 1155 & 1156; check completeness and legibility. If 1156 not available, complete one.

_____ Assign control number and compile all 1155s & 1156s; submit to brigade S1, copies to DivArty S1

_____ Update TACCS

_____ Update personnel daily summary

_____ Complete awards recommendation on casualty and forward to DivArty S1 (or brigade S1 if not in theater)

_____ If WIA and held at aid station, assign control number, enter in log, and hold 1156 pending evacuation

_____ If WIA and held at aid station less than 72 hours and RTD, do not forward 1156.

_____ If DOW, update 1156 and casualty log; forward 1156 to brigade

_____ If KIA, MIA, DOW or seriously wounded, prepare letters of sympathy from both battery and battalion commanders. Forward for signature with LOGPACs

_____ Forward signed letters of sympathy to brigade S1

_____ Ensure S4 provides body bags and bags for personal effects in LOGPACs

_____ Evacuate remains (from LOGPACs) to graves registration point

S1 REPLACEMENT PROCESSING CHECKLIST.

_____ Welcome soldier

_____ Sign in on DA Form 647

_____ Forward all records (medical, dental, personnel) to appropriate agencies

_____ Soldier completes information sheet; start SMIF file

_____ Reassign hospital returnees to assigned battery

_____ Assign new personnel based on priorities and current strengths. If NCO, consult with CSM. If officer, S1 consults with battalion commander.

_____ Produce assignment orders

_____ Assign battle roster number and update SIDPERS in TACCS

_____ Issue ration card, DA Forms 1155 & 1156

_____ Update personnel summary

_____ Complete DA Form 3955 mail locator card

_____ Prepare letter to NOK for battery commander

_____ Review clothing and equipment records; inventory equipment (S4 representative)

_____ Issue small arms and MREs

_____ Brief soldier on following

_____ Unit history

_____ Assignment

_____ Mission

_____ Enemy and friendly situation

_____ Chain of command

_____ Coordinate transportation to assigned battery (Send with LOGPAC)

_____ Notify battery of replacement

POW PROCESSING CHECKLIST

_____ Establish POW holding area away from C2 nodes, radios

_____ Search POWs for weapons, documents, maps, etc. Ensure guard with rifle is behind POW during search.

_____ Silence POWs

_____ Report POWs to TOC and ALOC ASAP

_____ Segregate POWs by rank and sex

_____ Treat POWs IAW Geneva Convention & Laws of War

_____ Provide medical attention as necessary (same criteria as US forces)

_____ Provide religious support as necessary

_____ Provide for individual protection (helmet & masks)

_____ Report mistreatment of POWs to higher HQs immediately

_____ Evacuate POWs to higher level holding cage as soon as possible. Report departure for brigade cage in BSA to ALOC.

_____ S1 includes POWs on daily PDS

_____ As required, S1 establishes holding cage in battalion trains. Locate holding area near guard point in range of M-60.

_____ Report death of POWs to brigade S1. Include

_____ Full name

_____ Serial number if available

_____ Date, time and cause of death

_____ A statement that death was or was not the result of deceased own misconduct

_____ Evacuate POW remains to graves registration collection. If necessary, bury following same procedures as for US personnel. Forward particulars to brigade S1.

CIVILIAN DETAINEES CHECKLIST

_____ Comply with provision of the Geneva Convention

_____ Separate from EPOWs

_____ Do not intern without approval of battalion/brigade

_____ Evacuate to battalion trains. Trains evacuate IAW guidance from brigade S1

_____ Provide food, water, protection, medical & religious support

MEDIA ON THE BATTLEFIELD

BN COMMANDER/BN STAFF

_____ Plan for media

_____ Establish an SOP covering escorted, credentialed & unescorted uncredentialed media.

_____ Establish/follow an agenda including photo/video opportunities

_____ Establish media reps for each major unit area (TOC, ALOC, batteries). No one knows your unit better

_____ Ensure media has a division escort as liaison

_____ Ensure all soldiers know and understand Command guidance/messages for media

_____ Establish an SOP for what to do with media to cover:

_____ How are they to be treated

_____ How they are to be protected

_____ Actions if they are wounded or killed

_____ Let leaders & soldiers talk/follow guidelines train and trust soldiers

SOLDIER/LEADER INTERVIEWS

_____ Have a message (what is the most important thing you want the American public to know, think, or feel)

_____ Before inteview begins:

_____ Set the stage (position camera with good view(

_____ Know your message (ensure consistent with higher)

_____ Plan for a rescue

_____ Begin with the message

_____ Answer questions: LISTEN-THINK-LOOK-RESPOND

_____ Be cooperative

_____ Speak only about subjects "in your lane." (i.e. if you own it, feed it , fuel it, are signed for it, or command it.)

_____ Decline to speak about subjects not "in your lane."

_____ Avoid OPSEC violations. Decline to speak about:

_____ Actual numbers of troops or equipment

_____ Specific locations of units

_____ Information concerning security procedures

_____ Capabilities/limitations of personnel & equipment

_____ Good bite = deliver your message + answer to question

INTERVIEW TIPS

_____ Never speculate

_____ If you don't know, say so

_____ Keep answers short

_____ Avoid jargon

_____ Keep a professional attitude

_____ NEVER, NEVER, NEVER LIE

_____ Never say "No comment" or "I can neither confirm or deny"

_____ Don't respond to statements

_____ Answer one question at a time

_____ Never speak "Off the record"

_____ Don't repeat negative or inflamatory statements

_____ Stop if uncomfortable

_____ Don't confiscate material

_____ Always remember

_____ Tell the good things/Bridge back to the message

MEDICAL SUPPORT

MEDICAL SUPPORT CHECKLIST

_____ Monitor & inspect field sanitation procedures

_____ Establish battalion aid station

_____ Provide for daily sick call

_____ Establish casualty collection points

_____ Provide locations of all BASs & CCPs in sector to ALOC/S1

_____ Establish contact with C Company, FSB; provide location to ALOC/S1

_____ Attach one medic to each battery/TOC

_____ Hand-receipt four litters to each battery/TOC

_____ Inventory medic & CLS aid-bags

_____ Review LOGSTATs for class VIII requests

_____ Requisition medical supplies from C Company, FSB

_____ Provide class VIII supplies to S4 for inclusion in LOGPACs

_____ Rehearse casualty & mass casualty evacuation

_____ Maintain log of all patients treated & monitor their disposition

_____ Advise commanders (though S1) disposition of their casualties

_____ Control & categorize patients during mass casualty situations

_____ Administer care to both friendly & enemy soldiers

_____ Track status of medics and CLSs in each battery/TOC

FIELD SANITATION CHECKLIST

_____ Designate latrine locations downhill

_____ Inspect water containers (including 5-gallon cans), food preparation areas, advise BC

_____ Inspect latrines, advise BC

_____ Handwash with soap & brushes at mess hall & latrines

_____ Enforce handwashing in mess line

_____ Ensure soldiers conduct personal hygiene daily; clean feet, armpits, faces

_____ Foot powder, sunscreen, insect repellant issued to soldiers

_____ Inspect use of insect nets

_____ Inspect rodent control measures

S4 SECTION

S4 RESPONSIBILITIES

CLASS I

_____ Compare PERSTAT and daily LOGSTAT. Ensure LOGPAC includes water and class I based on LOGSTAT. If battery fails to submit LOGREP, push class I and water based on last PERSTAT and expected consumption rate for water.

_____ Ensure utensils, plates, condiments, etc. match outgoing class I.

_____ Ensure mess equipment returning from batteries gets to mess section

_____ Maintain sufficient 5-gallon water cans for initial exchange

CLASS II

_____ Maintain 15 DOS for S4 section

_____ Review requests from batteries. Submit to A Company, FSB

_____ Coordinate with brigade S4 for DX of TA-50 items

_____ Send resupply next LOGPAC

CLASS III

_____ Maintain fuel tanker at least half full

_____ Maintain sufficient 5-gallon cans for initial exchange

_____ Maintain 15 DOS class III(P)

_____ Fill battery POL request from LOGSTAT; include in next LOGPAC

CLASS IV

_____ Submit requests through brigade S4 to SPO.

_____ Coordinate transportation with battalion assets

_____ If exceeds organic haul capability, request transportation through brigade S4 to SPO

CLASS V

_____ Get anticipated requirement (RSR) from battalion S3

_____ Check battery LOGSTATs. Submit ammunition requests and forecasts in daily LOGSTAT to brigade S4

_____ Coordinate with brigade S4 and SPO for class V resupply

_____ Coordinate with S3 for times and locations of artillery ammunition delivery

_____ If exceeds organic haul capability, request transportation through brigade S4 to SPO

_____ Include all other ammunition in LOGPACs

_____ Direct activities of ammunition section

_____ Ensure ammunition is transported, safeguarded, and accounted for IAW appropriate regulations

CLASS VI

_____ Request sundry packs with class I requests

_____ Push sundry packs to batteries with LOGPACs based on PERSTAT

CLASS VII

_____ Maintain current load plans for all battalion vehicles including LIN and NSN for all equipment carried

_____ Compare all spot loss reports from the batteries with your load plans. Resolve any discrepancies.

_____ Report all equipment losses to the brigade S4.

_____ Track status of all equipment losses & replacements

_____ Advise commanders of class VII items due in

_____ Report the need to destroy supplies and equipment to the brigade S4, who will obtain permission from brigade commander/XO

_____ Use captured/abandoned food and medical supplies for EPOWs

_____ Report locations, type, and quantities of enemy ammunition to the brigade S4.

CLASS VIII

_____ Forward class VIII request from LOGSTATs through PA to C Company, FSB

_____ Send class VIII supplies in LOGPACs

CLASS IX

_____ Forward request to battalion maintenance

_____ If deadlined item, update ALOC status board; advise XO, BMO/BMT or SIGO as appropriate

_____ BMO/BMT fills from PLL or orders with ULLS

_____ Submit ULLS disk to B Company, FSB daily

_____ Send part on next LOGPAC if not a pacing item

_____ As required, send contact team on LOGPAC if not a pacing item

_____ If pacing item, coordinate departure with ALOC; coordinate security

_____ Update ALOC status boards on high priority parts requests and PLL zero balance

_____ Battalion commander authorizes controlled substitution or cannibalization

MAINTENANCE

_____ Advise XO and BMO/BMT or SIGO.

_____ Update status board and DA Form 2406

_____ The standing priority for maintenance is: Q-36 radar, FDCs, howitzers, command and control vehicles

_____ Advise batteries of upcoming vehicle/equipment services

TRANSPORTATION

_____ Coordinate battalion movement with brigade S4

_____ Obtain convoy clearances from brigade S4

_____ Disseminate convoy clearances

_____ Request aerial resupply through brigade S4 to SPO

_____ Type of aircraft/size of loads

_____ Confirm PZs and LZs

_____ Confirm times

_____ Advise BCs

_____ Request additional ground transportation through brigade S4 to SPO

SERVICES

_____ Coordinate laundry & showers with brigade S4/SPO

_____ Advise battery commanders of services available

_____ Coordinate local purchase of ecclesiastical supplies as requested by chaplain

S-4 EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST

_____ Map _____ Contact acetate

_____ Clear VGT slides _____ Overlay acetate

_____ Property book _____ CTA 50-909

_____ Alcohol _____ FSOP

_____ Record books _____ MTOE

_____ Post-it notes _____ Document registers

_____ Memoranda books _____ 100 MPH tape

_____ 550 cord _____ 80lb test cord

_____ Masking tape _____ 5 x 8 cards

_____ 3 x 5 cards _____ Binders

_____ Legal pads _____ Rulers

_____ 8-1/2 x 11 pads _____ Clipboards

_____ Engineer tape _____ Trash bags

_____ File folders _____ ChemLites

_____ ULLSS computer _____ Chalk

_____ rope _____ Alcohol pens & alcohol

_____ S4 Quick-reference (Smart) book _____ Explosive signs

_____ Computer paper & ribbons _____ Convoy signs

_____ Forms (DA Forms 362, 581, 1348, 1513, 1594, 1687, 2062, 2063-R, 2064, 2404, 2406, 2407, 2765, 2765-1, 3078, 3161, 3643, 3645, 4697, 4949, 5515, 5977,

DD Forms 577, 626, 1131, 1348-6, 1687)

_____ Updates 2 (Unit Supply) and 3 (Maintenance Management)