Marine Corps Policies and Training Documents

This order outlines the training procedures for recruits at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island.

A program that aims to prevent heat-related injuries, especially during training.

A set of standards that outlines the minimum requirements for recruits to be assigned to specific training areas.

A manual that provides guidance on the proper handling and management of hazardous materials.

A program that focuses on maintaining the physical well-being and combat readiness of recruits through specific exercises and activities.

A process for ensuring the safe conduct of firearms training and other range activities.

A comprehensive manual that outlines the policies and procedures for managing Marine Corps property.

A program aimed at developing ethical and moral values in recruits, emphasizing integrity, honor, and courage.

A program that teaches recruits basic water survival skills, including swimming and rescue techniques.

A program that emphasizes the importance of ethical relationships and conduct within the military, especially during training.

Drill instructors provide training during 'Pick-Up Week' to Drill Instructor School Students and Drill Instructors on trends, data analysis, and proper Request Mast procedures.

The Officer of the Day (OOD) for Recruit Training Regiment (RTR) tours recruit billeting areas during Basic Daily Routine (BDR) and after taps.

The RTBn OOD observes activities like reveille, taps, Core Values Guided Discussions (CVGDs), SDI time, mail call, hygiene inspections, and devotions.

The RTBn Officer of the Day conducts tours of all company areas, including those billeted at WFTBN, after taps nightly.

The Company Officer OOD observes reveille, basic daily routine, Developmental Exercise, mail call, meals, supervised 'free time', hygiene inspections, evening devotions, and taps.

The Company Officer OOD must be a commissioned officer unless company officer staffing falls below the minimum requirement, in which case a CDI can stand duty.

Recruit training officers conduct tours of the company areas, including the WFTBN area, on Sundays and holidays.

The RTBn OOD must be a commissioned officer and cannot serve in any other capacity during this posting.

A program designed to re-motivate or provide direction to recruits struggling with self-doubt, lack of motivation, or falling behind during training.

A method used in RAMP to provide a positive experience of training and motivate recruits by observing a successful graduation ceremony.

A program designed to help recruits who are struggling with orders, instructions, or progressing through training. Recruits receive specific guidance and reinforcement from instructors in this program.

During Trial Training, recruits receive close supervision and feedback, clearly highlighting areas where they need to improve.

Trial Training is implemented during the final stage of training (T-4 onward) and cannot be started after the third phase of training without specific authorization.

If a recruit is placed on Trial Training, the recruiting station is contacted to provide support and guidance.

A record is created in MCTIMS documenting the contact made with the RS or RSS about the recruit's placement on Trial Training.

Trial Training is designed to highlight specific areas where recruits are lagging behind and the potential consequences if they do not improve.

If a recruit fails to meet training standards but shows potential, they may be transferred to another company at an appropriate stage of training.

If a recruit consistently fails to meet training standards and has no potential for future service, they will be discharged from the Marine Corps.

A method used to provide support and encourage a recruit who may be having second thoughts about their decision to join the Marine Corps.

This action is taken when a recruit refuses to follow orders, becomes disruptive, or refuses to train.

A disciplinary action that takes place before a recruit is discharged from the Marine Corps.

This refers to actions taken when a recruit is discharged from the Marine Corps due to medical reasons.

A visual indication of poor performance, using a furled guidon (flag)

A method used to keep the trousers tucked into the boots.

A senior drill instructor (SDI) is assigned to each recruit training series and is responsible for overseeing the Weapons Handling Test Certification at TD-30.

A company drill instructor (CDI) or a civilian employee (SERCO) is required for all final attempts of the Weapons Handling Test Certification on TD-33 and TD-34.

After Phase 4 begins, only one SDI per series is needed to supervise the chow hall.

The process of receiving recruits and inspecting their belongings for compliance with regulations.

A process that involves checking for and managing hazardous materials.

The process of preparing recruits for their training by organizing them into squads and distributing necessary equipment.

The initial step in locating a missing recruit involves checking the NMRTU-M (Naval Medical Treatment Unit-Marine Corps) and F&ES (Fleet & Family Support) to see if the recruit has been admitted or transported to an off-site location.

If the initial search efforts don't locate the missing recruit, the responsible party should notify the G-3 (Mission Assurance or Emergency Manager) during working hours or the Command Duty Officer (CDO) after hours.

The PMO (Police and Military Operations) is responsible for notifying gate sentries and MP (Military Police) patrol units about the missing recruit. They will assess the situation and determine further actions based on established procedures.

Upon notification of a missing recruit, the G-3 or CDO will notify various departments, including the Headquarters and Service Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, Weapons and Field Training Battalion, and Eastern Recruiting Region S-3 offices during normal working hours, or the respective unit's OOD outside of normal working hours.

The G-3/CDO, based on the PMO's procedural and support requirements, will task various units to search their designated areas of responsibility. The S-3 office or unit OOD will then initiate searches within their respective units.

The Headquarters and Service Battalion will coordinate with the G-4 and Marine Corps Community Service to search all assigned areas.

The Weapons and Field Training Battalion will put all ranges in a 'check-fire' status and conduct a thorough search of all impact areas, coastal regions, and waterways. Once complete, the WFTBN will notify the PMO, G-3/CDO, and RTR about the results.

If the missing recruit is still not located after all units have completed their assigned searches, the EOC (Emergency Operations Center) may be activated to coordinate a more extensive search in the wilderness areas of the Depot.