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What is the order of CFT events?

  • Movement to Contact; Ammunition Lift; Maneuver Under Fire (correct)
  • Ammunition Lift
  • Maneuver Under Fire
  • Movement to Contact

What equipment is authorized for a CFT?

  • Calibrated Scale
  • Measuring Tape
  • Cones
  • All of the above (correct)

What are the RM Process Steps?

Identify Hazards, Assess Risks, Determine which risks are most important, Implement controls, Supervise.

What is the Monitor responsible for?

<p>Setting up events, scoring accurately, using proper equipment, and ensuring proper uniform.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What tasks are performed by the CFT Monitor?

<p>Ensuring proper technique, advising participants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main location requirement if you do not have a straight course?

<p>Having a wide turnaround point.</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the movement to contact event, when may you remove uniform blouses?

<p>With the commander's authorization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What equipment is required for the movement to contact event?

<p>Stopwatch and measuring tape.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does movement to contact simulate?

<p>Moving into a defensive contact position.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the equipment requirements for ammunition cans during the Ammunition Can Lift?

<p>Contents should not move excessively when lifted, M2A1 5.56mm ammunition cans, grip tape will be applied to the sides of the can, 30 lbs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are common injuries with Ammo Can Lift?

<p>Broken Nose, Chipped Teeth, Black Eye.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the best suited location for a CFT event?

<p>Open, flat, outdoor area.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are paired marines positioned during the Ammo Can Lift?

<p>The partner counting repetitions will be located to the side (approximately 90-degree angle).</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is a repetition counted during the Ammo Can Lift?

<p>When the ammunition can is lowered at or below the chin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the best suited location for the Maneuver Under Fire?

<p>On a smooth and level grass surface, preferably a football or soccer field.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What uniform is authorized during the Maneuver Under Fire?

<p>MARPAT Utility Uniform and boots.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the preparatory and execution commands for the Maneuver Under Fire?

<p>The preparatory command is 'Ready' and the execute command is 'Go.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are common injuries during the Maneuver Under Fire?

<p>Dehydration, Back strains, Twisted Ankle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe a J-Hook Maneuver.

<p>During the sprint, execute a forward facing clockwise turn ('J' hook) around the marker.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the required Period field of the PFT/CFT Performance Worksheet for the CFT?

<p>Date between 1 Jul and 31 Dec as YYMMDD.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who must be the first person to review the Risk Factor Worksheet?

<p>Commanding Officer or Officer In Charge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

CFT (Combat Fitness Test)

A series of events designed to assess a Marine's physical fitness and combat readiness.

Order of CFT Events

The order of events in the Combat Fitness Test.

Movement to Contact

The first event of the CFT, simulating moving into a defensive contact position.

Ammunition Can Lift

The second event of the CFT, requiring Marines to lift and lower a 30-pound ammunition can.

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Maneuver Under Fire

The third event of the CFT, assessing a Marine's ability to move quickly while carrying a load.

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Risk Management (RM) Process

The process of identifying hazards, assessing risks, and implementing controls to mitigate them.

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CFT Monitor

The individual responsible for setting up and overseeing the CFT events.

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Location Requirement for CFT Events

A wide turnaround point is essential when the course is not straight.

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CFT Monitor Tasks

The CFT Monitor ensures proper technique and provides guidance to participants during events.

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Equipment for Movement to Contact

A stopwatch and measuring tape are required for the Movement to Contact event.

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Proper Equipment for CFT

The CFT Monitor must ensure proper equipment is used, including stopwatches, measuring tapes, and ammunition cans.

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Best Location for CFT

An open, flat, outdoor area is ideal for conducting CFT events.

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Ammunition Can Requirements

The contents of the ammunition can should remain stable when lifted.

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Partner Positioning During Ammo Can Lift

The partner counting repetitions stands at a 90-degree angle to the lifting Marine.

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Counting Repetitions in Ammo Can Lift

A repetition is counted when the ammunition can is lowered at or below the chin.

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Best Location for Maneuver Under Fire

A smooth and level grass surface, like a football or soccer field, is ideal for the Maneuver Under Fire.

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Commands for Maneuver Under Fire

The preparatory command for the Maneuver Under Fire is 'Ready' and the execute command is 'Go.'

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J-Hook Maneuver

A forward facing clockwise turn around the marker is executed during the sprint in the Maneuver Under Fire.

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CFT Period Field

The date range for completing the CFT is from 1 July to 31 December.

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Risk Factor Worksheet Review

The Commanding Officer or Officer In Charge is the first to review the Risk Factor Worksheet.

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Study Notes

CFT Events and Requirements

  • Sequence of CFT events: Movement to Contact, Ammunition Lift, and Maneuver Under Fire.
  • Authorized equipment includes calibrated scale, measuring tape, cones, flags, or other markers.
  • A wide turnaround point is crucial if a straight course isn't available.

Risk Management and Monitoring

  • Risk Management (RM) process involves identifying hazards, assessing risks, determining priority risks, implementing controls, and supervising.
  • CFT Monitor responsibilities: setup events, accurate scoring, proper equipment usage, and ensuring participants wear the correct uniform.

Uniform and Participant Guidelines

  • Uniform blouses may be removed during the Movement to Contact event only with commander authorization.
  • During the Ammo Can Lift, partners must position themselves at a 90-degree angle to count repetitions.

Equipment and Event Specifications

  • Required equipment for Movement to Contact: stopwatch and measuring tape.
  • Ammunition cans for the Ammo Can Lift must weigh 30 lbs and have grip tape applied; content should not shift excessively.
  • Best locations for CFT events: open, flat outdoor areas, with the Maneuver Under Fire ideally on smooth grass, like a football or soccer field.

Performance and Execution

  • A repetition in the Ammo Can Lift is counted when the can is lowered to or below the chin.
  • Preparatory command for Maneuver Under Fire is "Ready," and the execute command is "Go."
  • J-Hook maneuver involves executing a clockwise turn around a marker during the sprint.

Common Injuries

  • Common injuries during Ammo Can Lift: broken nose, chipped teeth, and black eye.
  • Common injuries during Maneuver Under Fire: dehydration, back strains, and twisted ankles.

Documentation and Oversight

  • CFT Performance Worksheet must be dated between July 1 and December 31 using the format YYMMDD.
  • The Commanding Officer or Officer In Charge must be the first to review the Risk Factor Worksheet.

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