Troop Leading Procedures Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is Step 1 of the troop leading procedures?

Issue a Warning Order

Make a Tentative Plan

Supervise

Receive the Mission (correct)

What is the purpose of the warning order in Step 2?

To provide initial instructions for preparation as soon as possible.

In Step 3, leaders need to _____ an estimate of the situation to develop a tentative plan.

develop

What does Step 4 entail?

Start the Necessary Movement Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Step 5?

To conduct reconnaissance and verify terrain analysis. Signup and view all the answers

In Step 6, what must be ensured when completing the plan?

It fits within the mission requirements Signup and view all the answers

What should leaders do during Step 7 when issuing the complete order?

Ensure subordinates understand the mission and their tasks. Signup and view all the answers

What does Step 8 involve?

Conduct rehearsals and inspections Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Step 1: Receive the Mission

Mission received via warning order, OPORD, or FRAGO.
Analyze using METT-T: Mission, Enemy, Terrain and Weather, Troops, Time.
Limit planning and orders to 1/3 of available time.
Consider daylight and travel time for orders and rehearsals.
Utilize reverse planning from Line of Departure (LD) or defense time.

Step 2: Issue a Warning Order

Provide initial instructions to facilitate immediate preparation.
Follow platoon SOP on attendance and actions for warning orders.
No specific format; can use five-paragraph OPORD style.
Include mission details, participants, operation time, and order issuance timing.

Step 3: Make a Tentative Plan

Develop a situation estimate as the basis for the tentative plan.
Use the military decision-making process (5 steps) for creating the estimate.
Continuously update the estimate and refine plans throughout the process.

Step 4: Start the Necessary Movement

Leadership may require the platoon to move while planning or reconnoitering.
Subordinate leaders prepare personnel and equipment for the mission.

Step 5: Reconnoiter

Conduct a personal reconnaissance to verify terrain and adjust plans.
Utilize map reconnaissance if time is limited.
Assess risks when conducting reconnaissance near enemy lines.

Step 6: Complete the Plan

Finalize the plan based on reconnaissance findings and situational changes.
Ensure the plan aligns with mission requirements and the commander's intent.

Step 7: Issue the Complete Order

Leader issues oral operations orders to platoon and squad leaders.
Conduct orders briefing near the objective or use terrain models if necessary.
Verify subordinates' understanding of the mission and specific tasks.

Step 8: Supervise

Supervise unit preparation through rehearsals and inspections.
Rehearsals enhance performance, reveal weaknesses, and improve coordination.
Conduct rehearsals in similar terrain and light conditions to actual operations.
Inspections by squad leaders and final checks by the platoon leader confirm readiness.
Inspect weapons, equipment, understanding of the mission, and communications.

Description

Test your knowledge on troop leading procedures with these flashcards. This quiz covers essential steps, including mission reception and the METT-T factors. Perfect for military personnel preparing for operations.