FM 17-12-8 Appendix C

Appendix C

Scout Section Gunnery Tactical Tasks

The focus of tactical training must be on the scout's primary mission of collecting and reporting information. The scout's ability to use his combat resources (direct- and indirect-fire assets) effectively while remaining undetected on the battlefield must also be evaluated.

This appendix contains performance checklists that may be used to evaluate the tactical skills of a scout section. It is recommended that these checklists be used to evaluate the tactical portion of the scout section tables (see Chapter 13). Commanders may add subtasks to the checklists to reflect their METL more accurately. To evaluate tasks not included in this appendix, the evaluator may develop performance checklists using ARTEP 17-57-10-MTP. The references used to develop the checklists in this appendix are given at the beginning of each task. These references may be needed to perform the task.

Note. If a particular member (section sergeant) of the scout section performs a particular performance measure, it is stated in that performance measure; the section as a whole performs all other performance measures.

TASK:	Execute actions on contact (17-3-1021) (FM 17-98, ARTEP 17-57-10-MTP).
CONDITIONS:	While moving, the section encounters the enemy. The section may or may not be engaged by the enemy.
STANDARDS:	The section defines the enemy location and makes a recommendation.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Deployed and reported.
	a.	The enemy engaged: The section returned fire, moved rapidly to a covered and concealed position, and sent a report to the platoon leader.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	The enemy did not engage: The section moved rapidly to a covered and concealed position and sent a report to the platoon leader.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	The section did not contact or see the enemy: The section did not send a report, but moved to a covered position or provided overwatch.	_____	_____	_____
2.		Developed the situation.
	a.	Moved to a position where the section sergeant could best observe the enemy.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Gathered information about the enemy positions and equipment.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Moved (if not in contact) to the flank of the enemy position and attempted to further refine information about the enemy.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	On order, provided continuous suppression on the enemy position (either direct or indirect fire).	_____	_____	_____
	e.	Determined enemy--
		(1) Location.	_____	_____	_____
		(2) Composition.	_____	_____	_____
		(3) Strength.	_____	_____	_____
		(4) Weapon orientations.	_____	_____	_____
		(5) Obstacles.	_____	_____	_____
		(6) Flanks.	_____	_____	_____
		(7) Supporting units.	_____	_____	_____
		(8) Covered and concealed approaches into the enemy flank.	_____	_____	_____
3.		Recommended a course of action to the platoon leader (section sergeant).	_____	_____	_____
4.		Chose a course of action.	_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Report enemy information (071-331-0803) (STP 21-1-SMCT).
CONDITIONS:	The section can see enemy soldiers or vehicles with the naked eye or binoculars.
STANDARDS:	The section makes a complete and accurate oral or written report to the platoon leader describing each point of interest expressed by the key word SALUTE.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

Reported all information quickly, completely, and accurately.

a. Reported size.

_____

Described activity.

_____

Gave location.

_____

Described unit.

_____

Reported time.

_____

Described or identified equipment.

_____

Example.	Spot Report.
ALPHA:	Observer or source.
BRAVO:	What is observed. (S-A-L-U-T-E)
	S--Size	(Number of sighted personnel and vehicles.)
	A--Activity	(What the enemy is doing.)
	L--Location	(May be descriptive; need not be grid or reference.)
	U--Unit	(Patches, signs, or markings.)
	T--Time	(Time the activity was observed.)
	E--Equipment	(All equipment associated with the activity.)
CHARLIE:	Actions or recommendations.

TASK:	Call for and adjust indirect fire (FM 17-98).
CONDITIONS:	Given binoculars, a radio, an SOI, a compass, a pencil, a coordinate scale, a 1:50,000-scale map of the target area, the grid location of friendly troops, and a firing unit supporting with HE and quick firing into the impact area.
STANDARDS:	The section determines the target location (within 250 meters of its actual location), makes the initial call for fire within 60 seconds after the target is identified, and adjusts the fire within 10 seconds after the round impacts. Observers adjust the indirect fire on the enemy personnel, weapons, or equipment to prevent fire affecting friendly forces. Rounds impact within 250 meters of the target.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Determined the target location by grid, shift, or polar method.	_____	_____	_____
2.	Determined the direction to the target.	_____	_____	_____
3.	Transmitted the call for fire in three parts.	_____	_____	_____
4.	Announced "DANGER CLOSE," if applicable.	_____	_____	_____
5.	Adjusted fire on the target using the bracketing method.	_____	_____	_____
6.	Announced "END OF MISSION" and status of target.	_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Conduct a tactical movement (17-3-1016) (FM 17-98, ARTEP 17-57-10-MTP).
CONDITIONS:	The section must move from one location to another. Enemy contact is possible or expected.
STANDARDS:	The section executes the appropriate technique of movement (traveling, traveling overwatch, or bounding overwatch) and reaches its destination without significant loss of personnel or equipment, or breaches of security.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Selected the technique of movement (traveling, traveling overwatch, or bounding overwatch), depending on the enemy situation.		_____	_____	_____
2.	Moved on designated axis or route.
	a.	Moved in designated formation IAW designated techniques of movement.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Moved on designated axis or route.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Reported control measures.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Maintained mutual support and security.	_____	_____	_____
3.		Executed bounding overwatch (enemy contact is expected).
	a.	Maintained orientation along the designated axis or route. Each vehicle commander knew--
		(1) The direction to the enemy.	_____	_____	_____
		(2) The location of the overwatch position.	_____	_____	_____
		(3) The route and destination of the bounding element.	_____	_____	_____
		(4) The location of the overwatch element.	_____	_____	_____
		(5) What he could expect to do next.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Maintained visual contact between the bounding and overwatch elements, whenever possible, depending on terrain.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Used terrain-driving techniques, to include--
		(1) Cover and concealment.	_____	_____	_____
		(2) Good observation and fields of fire.	_____	_____	_____
		(3) Stationary weapon platform.	_____	_____	_____
		(4) Immediate and controlled reaction to any threat.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Dismounted scouts, as necessary, to provide security.	_____	_____	_____
	e.	Maintained all-around security (vehicle commanders).	_____	_____	_____

TASK:

Control scout section fires (171-121-3005) (STP 17-19D23-SM).

CONDITIONS:

Given TOE equipment and personnel, and a mission that requires section fire control and distribution.

STANDARDS:

To avoid target overkill, the section uses each weapon in its best role and--

Engages only targets that offer a high probability of hit.
Exposes only the vehicles that have the best shots and need to fire.
Destroys the most dangerous targets first.
Maintains combat loads as long as possible.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Maintained weapons-ready posture.		_____	_____	_____
2.	Maintained weapon orientations of section vehicles.		_____	_____	_____
3.	Selected and occupied firing positions.		_____	_____	_____
4.	Prepared section sketches and range cards (defense).		_____	_____	_____
5.	Issued a fire command to include--		_____	_____	_____
	a.	Alert.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Ammunition.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Description.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Location.	_____	_____	_____
	e.	Control (optional).	_____	_____	_____
	f.	Execution.	_____	_____	_____
6.	Sensed rounds and adjusted fires.		_____	_____	_____
7.	Terminated engagement.		_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Conduct a screen (17-3-1023) (FM 17-98, ARTEP 17-57-10-MTP).
CONDITIONS:	As part of a platoon, the section is ordered to screen a larger force. The enemy situation is unknown.
STANDARDS:	The section warns the larger force of enemy approach and provides information on enemy equipment, organization, and axis of advance. The section does not suffer significant loss of personnel or equipment.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Established a screen (occupied OPs).
	a.	Reconnoitered and selected specific locations.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Reported the actual OP location to the platoon leader or platoon sergeant.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Established local security.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Improved the position.	_____	_____	_____
2.		Conducted screening operations.
	a.	Maintained continuous surveillance of all named areas of interest or avenues of approach into the sector.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Provided early warning of enemy approach.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Covered dead space (conducted irregularly scheduled, mounted or dismounted patrols between OPs).	_____	_____	_____
3.		Detected all enemy elements entering the platoon's section.
	a.	Identified, reported, and maintained contact with reconnaissance patrols.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Impeded and harassed the enemy by controlled use of artillery fires.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Maintained contact with the enemy until ordered to break contact.	_____	_____	_____
4.		Displaced to a subsequent screen line.
	a.	Requested permission to displace.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Displaced most-threatened OPs first.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Continued to adjust indirect fires.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Maintained contact with advancing enemy elements.	_____	_____	_____
	e.	Reported when set on the subsequent screen line.	_____	_____	_____
	f.	Kept the platoon leader (or platoon sergeant) informed.	_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Perform a passage of lines (17-3-1014) (FM 17-98, ARTEP 17-57-10-MTP).
CONDITIONS:	The section is required to pass through a stationary force. Enemy contact is possible.
STANDARDS:	The section performs the passage without significant loss of personnel or equipment, or breaches of security.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Coordinated the passage (section sergeant).
	a.	Sent a representative to the contact point with a stationary unit representative.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Coordinated, at a minimum, the information listed in the SOP.	_____	_____	_____
2.		Executed the passage.
	a.	Issued a FRAGO.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Arrived at the contact point at the time specified, and displayed the proper recognition signals.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Picked up guides, and moved through the passage lanes without halting.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Employed stationary force indirect fires (as necessary).	_____	_____	_____
	e.	Completed the passage by the time specified in the higher headquarters' OPORD.	_____	_____	_____
	f.	Used stationary force service support assets, as necessary.	_____	_____	_____
	g.	Did not cause friendly fire casualties during the passage.	_____	_____	_____
	h.	Reported completion of the passage to next higher headquarters.	_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Select firing positions (171-123-1002) (STP 17-19D23-SM).
CONDITIONS:	Given an operational scout vehicle with a crew.
STANDARDS:	The section selects firing positions that are not on prominent terrain, have covered and concealed routes into and out of the positions, are as level as possible, and allow weapons-down firing without limiting the gunner's field of fire. In offensive operations (overwatch), the positions allow placement of suppressive fire on known or suspected enemy positions and ATGM early warning.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Selected a primary firing position.	_____	_____	_____
2.	Selected an alternate firing position.	_____	_____	_____
3.	Selected a supplementary firing position.	_____	_____	_____
4.	Selected overwatch positions in the offense.	_____	_____	_____
5.	Selected positions in the defense.	_____	_____	_____
6.	Emplaced stakes at firing position.	_____	_____	_____
7.	Completed range card and sent to higher.	_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Perform a zone reconnaissance (17-3-1018) (FM 17-98, ARTEP 17-57-10-MTP).
CONDITIONS:	As part of a platoon, the section is ordered to conduct a zone reconnaissance. The enemy situation is unknown.
STANDARDS:	The section provides the required information rapidly, accurately, and without significant loss of personnel or equipment.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Planned the mission IAW troop-leading procedures (section sergeant).		_____	_____	_____
2.	Deployed in appropriate formation, and used the technique of movement specified in the OPORD.		_____	_____	_____
3.	Conducted the reconnaissance.
	a.	Retained freedom to maneuver.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Dismounted scouts, as necessary, to gather information and provide security.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Collected and recorded terrain information.	_____	_____	_____
		(1) Determined trafficability of any major routes.	_____	_____	_____
		(2) Determined cross-country trafficability of all terrain in the zone.	_____	_____	_____
		(3) Gathered intervisibility information.	_____	_____	_____
		(4) Located and evaluated all bridges in the zone.	_____	_____	_____
		(5) Located suitable fording or crossing sites near all bridges in the zone.	_____	_____	_____
		(6) Located and evaluated all overpasses, underpasses, and culverts.	_____	_____	_____
		(7) Located mines, obstacles, and barriers in the zone.	_____	_____	_____
		(8) Located a bypass around built-up areas, obstacles, and contaminated areas.	_____	_____	_____
		(9) Located and reported all enemy in zone.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Reported terrain information.
		(1) Submitted a route classification overlay (if required).	_____	_____	_____
		(2) Submitted obstacle, bypass, and ford reports	_____	_____	_____
	e.	Identified all enemy forces within the zone, including--
		(1) Location.	_____	_____	_____
		(2) Strength.	_____	_____	_____
		(3) Composition.	_____	_____	_____
		(4) Activity.	_____	_____	_____
		(5) Supporting weapons and units.	_____	_____	_____
		(6) Possible avenues of approach.	_____	_____	_____
	f.	Reported the situation to the platoon leader or platoon sergeant.	_____	_____	_____
	g.	Determined the existence of NBC contamination within the zone, if required.	_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Coordinate with an adjacent platoon (071-326-5775) (STP 21-24-SMCT).
CONDITIONS:	The section is participating in an operation as part of a larger element.
STANDARDS:	The section coordinates with adjacent elements for offensive and defensive operations to ensure mutually supporting positions, fires, and signals.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	In the offense, coordinated--
	a.	Lateral distance between all attacking elements.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Movement routes, to make sure mutual support by fire and maneuver could be maintained between the lead elements.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Visual signals, such as hand-and-arm signals and pyrotechnics.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Radio call signs/challenge and passwords.	_____	_____	_____
2.		In the defense, coordinated the following items to make sure there were no gaps and that the fires interlocked and were mutually supporting:
	a.	Location of positions (primary, alternate, and supplementary).	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Location of key weapons.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Sectors of fire.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Dead space between units.	_____	_____	_____
	e.	Location of observation posts.	_____	_____	_____
	f.	Signals.	_____	_____	_____
	g.	Patrols and ambushes (size, type, times of departure and return, and routes).	_____	_____	_____
3.		If a final protective fire was allocated to the section, coordinated with the FIST FO and integrated the final protective fire into the fire plan for the larger element.	_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Perform an area reconnaissance (17-3-1019, 171-121-3008) (FM 17-98, STP 17-19D23-SM, ARTEP 17-57-10-MTP).
CONDITIONS:	The element is ordered to conduct an area reconnaissance. The enemy situation is unknown.
STANDARDS:	The section collects and reports all information specified in the OPORD or FRAGO, orients on the reconnaissance objective, retains freedom to maneuver, and gains and maintains contact with the threat, if present. The formations and movement techniques are determined by the likelihood of enemy contact. (See STP 17-19D23-SM for the critical tasks.)

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Planned the mission IAW troop-leading procedures (section sergeant).		_____	_____	_____
2.	Deployed in the appropriate formation and used the technique of movement specified in OPORD.		_____	_____	_____
3.	Conducted the reconnaissance.
	a.	Retained freedom to maneuver.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Dismounted scouts, as necessary, to gather information.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Collected and recorded terrain information.
		(1) Determined trafficability of all major routes.	_____	_____	_____
		(2) Determined cross-country trafficability of terrain within the area.	_____	_____	_____
		(3) Located and evaluated all bridges in the area.	_____	_____	_____
		(4) Located suitable fording or crossing sites near all bridges in the area.	_____	_____	_____
		(5) Located and evaluated all overpasses, underpasses, and culverts.	_____	_____	_____
		(6) Located mines, obstacles, and barriers in the area.	_____	_____	_____
		(7) Located bypasses around built-up areas, obstacles, and contaminated areas.	_____	_____	_____
		(8) Located landing or drop zones.	_____	_____	_____
		(9) Reconnoitered terrain dominating the area, if required.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Reported information to higher headquarters.	_____	_____	_____
	e.	Identified all enemy forces within the area.
		(1) Determined enemy locations.	_____	_____	_____
		(2) Determined enemy strength.	_____	_____	_____
		(3) Determined enemy composition.	_____	_____	_____
		(4) Determined enemy activity.	_____	_____	_____
		(5) Located enemy activity.	_____	_____	_____
		(6) Identified possible avenues of approach.	_____	_____	_____
		(7) Reported the situation to higher headquarters.	_____	_____	_____
	f.	Determined the existence and extent of NBC contamination in the area, if required.	_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Perform a route reconnaissance (17-3-1017) (FM 17-98, ARTEP 17-57-10-MTP).
CONDITIONS:	The section is ordered to conduct a route reconnaissance, as part of a platoon. The enemy situation is unknown.
STANDARDS:	The section provides the required information rapidly, accurately, and without significant loss of personnel or equipment.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Planned the mission IAW troop-leading procedures (section sergeant).		_____	_____	_____
2.	Deployed in the appropriate formation and used the technique of movement specified in the OPORD.		_____	_____	_____
3.	Conducted the reconnaissance.
	a.	Retained freedom to maneuver.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Dismounted scouts, as necessary, to gather information.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Collected information about the route and adjacent terrain.
		(1) Determined trafficability along the route.	_____	_____	_____
		(2) Reconnoitered terrain dominating the route.	_____	_____	_____
		(3) Reconnoitered built-up areas and bypasses.	_____	_____	_____
		(4) Reconnoitered lateral routes.	_____	_____	_____
		(5) Determined the existence and extent of NBC contamination.	_____	_____	_____
		(6) Reconnoitered bridges, underpasses, culverts, and tunnels.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Identified all enemy forces that could affect the route.
		(1) Determined enemy location.	_____	_____	_____
		(2) Determined enemy strengths.	_____	_____	_____
		(3) Determined enemy composition.	_____	_____	_____
		(4) Determined enemy activity.	_____	_____	_____
		(5) Located enemy supporting weapons and units.	_____	_____	_____
		(6) Identified possible avenues of approach.	_____	_____	_____
		(7) Reported the situation to higher headquarters.	_____	_____	_____
	e.	Reported terrain information.
		(1) Submitted route classification overlay.	_____	_____	_____
		(2) Submitted obstacle, bypass, and ford reports.	_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Perform reconnaissance by fire (FM 17-95).
CONDITIONS:	Given all vehicles, weapons, and equipment organic to an indirect-fire element and scout section.
STANDARDS:	The section identifies the suspected enemy position within 200 meters and adjusts fire to suppress the target area.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Reported.	_____	_____	_____
2.	Called for fire.	_____	_____	_____
3.	Observed enemy movement.	_____	_____	_____
4.	Developed the situation using indirect fire.	_____	_____	_____
5.	Continued to reconnoiter suspected enemy positions.	_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Prepare a route reconnaissance overlay (051-196-3009) (STP 17-19D23-SM).
CONDITIONS:	Given a military map, transparent paper (or similar material), pencils, critical information gathered from reconnaissance of a route (including applicable, completed reconnaissance report forms or reconnaissance messages), and references for standard reconnaissance, topographic, and military symbols.
STANDARDS:	The section prepares an overlay, IAW FM 5-36, so that all critical characteristics that affect traffic flow, and all mission-essential information, are depicted. Standard topographic and military symbols from FM 21-31 and FM 101-5-1 are included, as required.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

Note. The overlay must be legible to receive a GO.

1.	Used transparent paper or similar material to draw the overlay.	_____	_____	_____
2.	Drew two grid reference points on the overlay.	_____	_____	_____
3.	Drew a north directional arrow on the overlay.	_____	_____	_____
4.	Drew the reconnoitered route to map scale, with the end points marked with limit-of-sector symbols, and named the route.	_____	_____	_____
5.	Drew a reconnaissance party information block on the overlay, with required data printed in the block.	_____	_____	_____
6.	Prepared the correct route classification formula, and printed it directly above the reconnaissance party information block.	_____	_____	_____
7.	Prepared and drew applicable symbols on the overlay for each characteristic affecting traffic flow.	_____	_____	_____
8.	If abbreviated symbols or engineer resource symbols were used, attached applicable report forms and messages to the overlay.	_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Emplace and retrieve a hasty protective minefield (17-3-1026) (FM 17-98, ARTEP 17-57-10-MTP).
CONDITIONS:	The section is in continuous operations. Mines from basic load are available, and the use of mines is allowed.
STANDARDS:	The section plans and emplaces the mines to provide local security or to cover characteristics that affect traffic flow and all mission-essential information (such as dead space), then retrieves all mines prior to departure.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Reported intentions and requested authorization to emplace a minefield (section sergeant).		_____	_____	_____
2.	Reconnoitered and selected the minefield location.
	a.	Selected a location to block the most-likely avenues of approach.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Made sure the site would tie in with the natural obstacles and could be covered with direct fires and observation.	_____	_____	_____
3.	Established security.
	a.	Designated a security element.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Positioned the element to provide local security until the mines had been emplaced.	_____	_____	_____
4.	Installed the mines.
	a.	Received permission to install the minefield.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Reported initiation of mine placements.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Selected and marked mine locations.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Emplaced, but did not arm, mines.	_____	_____	_____
	e.	Recorded the minefield on DA Form 1355-1-R (see Figure C-1).	_____	_____	_____
	f.	Armed and camouflaged the mines, starting with the row nearest the enemy.	_____	_____	_____
	g.	Collected and stored the safeties and shipping plugs, pending the recovery of the mines. (The storage location must be known by the section and platoon.)	_____	_____	_____
	h.	Moved the minefield, to include safety lanes. (The markings were visible only from the friendly side.)	_____	_____	_____
	i.	Recovered the security element.	_____	_____	_____
	j.	Reported completion to the platoon leader or platoon sergeant.	_____	_____	_____
5.	Retrieved the mines.
	a.	Received orders to retrieve the minefield.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Emplaced security.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Brought the safeties and shipping plugs for the recovery.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Using DA Form 1355-1-R, disarmed the mines, starting with the row nearest the friendly positions.	_____	_____	_____
	e.	Removed and stored the mines for future use.	_____	_____	_____
	f.	Reported the completion of the retrieval to the platoon leader or platoon sergeant.	_____	_____	_____

Figure C-1. Sample of a Completed DA Form 1355-1-R.

TASK:	Execute a dismounted patrol (17-3-1024) (FM 17-98, ARTEP 17-57-10-MTP).
CONDITIONS:	The section is ordered to execute a dismounted patrol with its organic personnel and equipment. Enemy contact is possible.
STANDARDS:	The section gathers the necessary information without significant loss of personnel or equipment.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Prepared for the mission (section sergeant).
	a.	Planned the patrol using troop-leading procedures, with specific attention to--
		(1) The organization of the patrol.	_____	_____	_____
		(2) Equipment necessary to accomplish the mission.	_____	_____	_____
		(3) Required coordination, to include--
		(a) Special equipment.	_____	_____	_____
		(b) Resupply.	_____	_____	_____
		(c) Transportation.	_____	_____	_____
		(d) Departure or reentry of friendly lines.	_____	_____	_____
		(e) Fire plan.	_____	_____	_____
		(4) Primary and alternate routes.	_____	_____	_____
		(5) Rally points (IRP, ORP, RERP).	_____	_____	_____
		(6) Signals (visual and audio).	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Issued the order.
		(1) New challenge or password for use beyond FEBA.	_____	_____	_____
		(2) Signals.	_____	_____	_____
		(3) Tasks to be conducted at the objective.	_____	_____	_____
		(4) Location of control measures.	_____	_____	_____
2.	Conducted the patrol.
	a.	Departed friendly lines.
		(1) Halted at the IRP.	_____	_____	_____
		(2) Linked up with guide(s), as necessary.	_____	_____	_____
		(3) Moved through the friendly unit without incident.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Conducted the mission.
		(1) Controlled movement using graphic control measures.	_____	_____	_____
		(2) Maintained all-around security.	_____	_____	_____
		(3) Collected and recorded information about areas or zones, including--
		(a) Location of the enemy.	_____	_____	_____
		(b) All lateral and axial routes.	_____	_____	_____
		(c) Proposed and actual obstacle locations.	_____	_____	_____
		(d) Specific information required by the OPORD.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Conducted actions on contact.
		(1) Freeze.	_____	_____	_____
		(2) Hasty ambush.	_____	_____	_____
		(3) Immediate assault.	_____	_____	_____
		(4) Dispersal, using clock system.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Conducted actions at rally points.
		(1) Rallied at last rally point, if dispersed en route.	_____	_____	_____
		(2) Assembled until the predetermined number of patrol members arrived, then continued the mission under the senior man present.	_____	_____	_____
		(3) Established 360-degree security at the rally point.	_____	_____	_____
	e.	Returned to friendly lines.
		(1) Coordinated prior to departure.	_____	_____	_____
		(2) Halted at the RERP.	_____	_____	_____
		(3) Contacted the friendly unit.	_____	_____	_____
		(4) Linked up with the guide.	_____	_____	_____
		(5) Moved through the friendly unit without incident.	_____	_____	_____
3.	The element debriefed the patrol members.
	a.	Prepared the patrol report.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Reviewed the patrol report with the patrol members to ensure accuracy and completeness.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Submitted the patrol report to the platoon leader or platoon sergeant.	_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Conduct a defense by a squad (071-430-0002) (STP 21-24-SMCT).
CONDITIONS:	Given a priority of work and locations for crew-served weapons, designated by the section leader in his OPORD or FRAGO. The section must prepare an assigned sector for the defense.
STANDARDS:	Within the time specified in the section leader's order, the section completes preparation for the defense while maintaining security, camouflage, and concealment.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Followed priority of work IAW unit SOP.		_____	_____	_____
2.	Maintained security.
	a.	Established OPs.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Organized patrols.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Planned for the use of STANO devices.	_____	_____	_____
3.	Made sure the position offered cover and concealment.		_____	_____	_____
4.	Maintained noise, light, and litter discipline.		_____	_____	_____
5.	Supervised the construction of fighting positions.		_____	_____	_____
6.	Made sure the fighting positions were mutually supporting.		_____	_____	_____
7.	Made and submitted range cards to higher.		_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Reorganize a squad following enemy contact while in the defense (071-430-0004) (STP 21-24-SMCT).
CONDITIONS:	The section is defending as part of a larger unit that has just repelled an enemy assault.
STANDARDS:	After enemy contact, the section reorganizes and consolidates in the defense.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Reorganized.
	a.	Replaced key personnel and made sure all members knew the chain of command.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Made sure the key weapons were manned.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Moved the casualties to a covered and concealed location.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Redistributed the ammunition within the section.	_____	_____	_____
	e.	Collected and reported captured enemy material and information.	_____	_____	_____
	f.	Made sure the turret weapons ready racks were reloaded.	_____	_____	_____
2.	Consolidated in the defense.
	a.	Reestablished security (OPs).	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Replaced camouflage.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Replaced obstacles.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Reassigned sectors of fire.	_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Conduct unmasking procedures (031-503-3002) (STP 21-24-SMCT).
CONDITIONS:	The section soldiers are wearing protective masks. Chemical agents have been used. A chemical agent detector may or may not be available.
STANDARDS:	The section conducts unmasking procedures without incurring casualties by following the proper sequence with and without the M256 or M256A chemical agent detector kit.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Initiated unmasking procedures (chemical agent detector kit was available).
	a.	Used the chemical agent detector kit.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Determined that chemical agent was not present.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Had two or three soldiers unmask for five minutes, then remask for ten minutes.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Checked soldiers for chemical symptoms.	_____	_____	_____
	e.	Determined if an agent was present.	_____	_____	_____
	f.	Unmasked or remained masked (as appropriate).	_____	_____	_____
	g.	Continued to be alert for symptoms.	_____	_____	_____
2.	Initiated unmasking procedures (chemical agent detector kit was not available).
	a.	Had two or three soldiers keep their eyes wide open, break the seal of their mask, and hold their breath for 15 seconds.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Had soldiers reseal, clear, and check their masks; waited ten minutes (preferably in the shade).	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Checked soldiers for symptoms.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	If they had no symptoms, had them unmask for ten minutes.	_____	_____	_____
	e.	Checked soldiers for chemical symptoms.	_____	_____	_____
	f.	If they had no symptoms, told the rest of the soldiers to unmask.	_____	_____	_____
	g.	Continued to be alert for symptoms.	_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Cross a chemically contaminated area (03030C034) (FM 17-98, ARTEP 17-57-10-MTP).
CONDITIONS:	The section is in continuous operations and is directed to cross a known, chemically contaminated area.
STANDARDS:	The section remains capable of continuing operations, and does not suffer significant loss of personnel or equipment.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Prepared for crossing the area.
	a.	Placed externally stored equipment inside, or covered it with available material.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Directed the appropriate MOPP level for crossing, depending on the type of agent and protection available.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Positioned the detector paper to provide warning.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Made sure all drivers, vehicle commanders, and leaders knew the route of march or had strip maps.	_____	_____	_____
	e.	Made sure all vehicles were closed appropriately for the situation.	_____	_____	_____
2.	Crossed the area.
	a.	Avoided low ground, overhanging branches, and heavy brush to the extent allowed by the tactical situation.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Dropped expendable, contaminated covering at the edge of the contaminated area.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Conducted dismounted movement as rapidly as possible.	_____	_____	_____
3.	Exited the contaminated area.
	a.	Checked for contamination.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	If the mission permitted, completed chemical decontamination.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	If the mission did not permit decontamination, arranged for decontamination as soon as possible.	_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Prepare and submit NBC-4 reports (031-503-4004) (STP 21-24-SMCT).
CONDITIONS:	Given the time of day, your location (six-digit coordinate), and the reading from an IM-174 radiacmeter taken at your location.
STANDARDS:	The section prepares an NBC-4 report in the correct format and submits it to the platoon leader.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Prepared an NBC-4 report.
	a.	Wrote the location of the reading (universal transverse Mercator [UTM]) on line Q.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Wrote the IM-174 radiacmeter reading on line R.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Wrote the date and time of reading (noted whether the time was in local or Zulu) on line S.	_____	_____	_____
2.		Submitted NBC-4 report.	_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Prepare and submit NBC-1 reports (031-503-3005) (STP 21-24-SMCT).
CONDITIONS:	Given a watch, compass, map, paper, pencil, and format for an NBC-1 report. An NBC attack has just occurred.
STANDARDS:	The section submits an NBC-1 report (reporting as a minimum, lines B, D, H, and either C or F) within five minutes

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Prepared and submitted an initial NBC-1 (nuclear) report.
	a.	Measured the time from flash to bang. Used a watch or counted slowly (one thousand and one, one thousand and two, etc.).	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Wrote the number of seconds on line J.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Wrote the time shown on the watch on line D (noted whether the time was local or Zulu).	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Wrote the type of burst (surface, air, or unknown) on line H.
		(1) Surface--if a crater or a thick, dense stem from the cloud to the earth was seen.	_____	_____	_____
		(2) Air--if the stem was not connected to the mushroom part of the cloud.	_____	_____	_____
		(3) Unknown--if the cloud was unclear.	_____	_____	_____
	e.	If the crater could be seen, used the compass to determine the azimuth to the center of the mushroom cloud. Wrote the azimuth on line C.	_____	_____	_____
	f.	Wrote the section's location on line B.	_____	_____	_____
	g.	Gave or sent the report to the supervisor (if the report had to be transmitted, gave it a flash precedence).	_____	_____	_____
2.	Prepared and submitted a subsequent NBC-1 (nuclear) report.
	a.	Measured the angular cloud within five minutes after the burst. Wrote the angle on line L. Used one of the following items to measure the angular cloud within five minutes after the burst:
		(1) Aiming circle.	_____	_____	_____
		(2) Battery commander's (BC) scope.	_____	_____	_____
		(3) Theodolite.	_____	_____	_____
		(4) Compass	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Wrote the angles on line L.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Measured the vertical angle from the ground to the top or bottom of the cloud ten minutes after the burst. Wrote down the vertical angle on line M. Also wrote whether the top or bottom was measured.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Added line L or line M to the initial NBC-1 report. Sent or gave the entire message to the supervisor. If the report had to be transmitted, gave it an immediate precedence.	_____	_____	_____
3.	Prepared and submitted initial NBC-1 (chemical or biological) report.
	a.	Wrote the time the attack started on line D.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Wrote the time the attack stopped on line E.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Wrote the type of attack (biological or chemical) on line H.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Wrote the location on line B.	_____	_____	_____
	e.	If the place attacked was not his position, wrote the location of the attack on line F.	_____	_____	_____
	f.	If the type of attack could be identified as artillery, aircraft, or other means, wrote the type of attack on line G.	_____	_____	_____
	g.	Gave or sent the report to the platoon leader. (If the report had to be transmitted, gave it a flash precedence.)
4.	Prepared and submitted a subsequent NBC-1 (chemical) report. Used the M256 kit to identify the type of chemical. Within five minutes, sent the message to the platoon leader. (If the report had to be transmitted, gave it an immediate precedence.)		_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Calculate and designate placement of steel-cutting charges (051-193-3051) (STP 17-19D23-SM).
CONDITIONS:	Given a steel target, explosives, and instructions on desired demolition results.
STANDARDS:	The section determines the type of explosives needed, accurately calculates the minimum required, and places the charge on the target.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Used Table 1, Characteristics of Explosives and Problem-Solving Format. (See STP 17-19D23-SM.)	_____	_____	_____
2.	Determined the correct calculation.	_____	_____	_____
3.	Placed the charge on the proper location.	_____	_____	_____

TASK:	Calculate and designate placement of timber-cutting charges (051-193-3052) (STP 17-19D23-SM).
CONDITIONS:	Given a timber target, explosives, and instructions on desired demolition results.
STANDARDS:	The section determines the type of explosives needed, calculates the minimum required, and places the charge on the target.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Used Table 1, Characteristics of Explosives and Problem-Solving Format. (See STP 17-19D23-SM.)	_____	_____	_____
2.	Determined the correct calculation.	_____	_____	_____
3.	Placed the charge on the proper location.	_____	_____	_____

TASK:	React to indirect fire (FM 71-1, FM 17-12-1-1).
CONDITIONS:	The section is operating in a tactical environment where enemy contact is possible or expected (the section may be either stationary or moving). The section observes artillery or smoke impacting near or on top of its position.
STANDARDS:	The section reacts to indirect fire and is prepared to continue the mission.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

NO-GO

1.	Reacted to indirect fire while on the move.
	a.	Executed evasive action to avoid the impact area.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	The crew dropped down inside the vehicle, and closed the hatches.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	Based on the enemy's expected use of chemical weapons and the type of rounds impacting, all personnel stopped breathing and masked.	_____	_____	_____
	d.	Continued to move out or away from the impact area.	_____	_____	_____
2.	Reacted to indirect fires while stationary.
	a.	The crew remained inside the vehicle.	_____	_____	_____
	b.	Based on the enemy's expected use of chemical weapons and the type of rounds impacting, all personnel stopped breathing, and masked.	_____	_____	_____
	c.	If indirect fire effectively suppressed the section's position and the section mission allowed, the section moved out of the impact area to adequate cover.	_____	_____	_____

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Appendix C

Scout Section Gunnery Tactical Tasks