Troop Leading Procedures Flashcards

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.

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.