Soldier’s Creed

I am an American Soldier.

I am a warrior and a member of a team.

I serve the people of the United States, and live the Army Values.

I will always place the mission first.

I will never accept defeat.

I will never quit.

I will never leave a fallen comrade.

I am disciplined, physically and mentally tough, trained and proficient in my warrior tasks and drills.

I always maintain my arms, my equipment and myself.

I am an expert and I am a professional.

I stand ready to deploy, engage, and destroy, the enemies of the United States of America in close
combat.

I am a guardian of freedom and the American way of life.

I am an American Soldier.

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 Creed of the Noncommissioned Officer
No one is more professional than I. I am a noncommissioned officer, a leader of Soldiers. As a
noncommissioned officer, I realize that I am a member of a time honored corps, which is known as
"The Backbone of the Army". I am proud of the Corps of noncommissioned officers and will at all
times conduct myself so as to bring credit upon the Corps, the military service and my country
regardless of the situation in which I find myself. I will not use my grade or position to attain pleasure,
profit, or personal safety.

Competence is my watchword. My two basic responsibilities will always be uppermost in my

mind—accomplishment of my mission and the welfare of my Soldiers. I will strive to remain
technically and tactically proficient. I am aware of my role as a noncommissioned officer. I will fulfill
my responsibilities inherent in that role. All Soldiers are entitled to outstanding leadership; I will
provide that leadership. I know my Soldiers and I will always place their needs above my own. I will
communicate consistently with my Soldiers and never leave them uninformed. I will be fair and
impartial when recommending both rewards and punishment.

Officers of my unit will have maximum time to accomplish their duties; they will not have to
accomplish mine. I will earn their respect and confidence as well as that of my Soldiers. I will be loyal
to those with whom I serve; seniors, peers, and subordinates alike. I will exercise initiative by taking
appropriate action in the absence of orders. I will not compromise my integrity, nor my moral courage.
I will not forget, nor will I allow my comrades to forget that we are professionals, noncommissioned
officers, leaders!

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 4ID Green Book
• What covers 4ID Standards?
o 4th Infantry Division Green Book

• What does the acronym READY stand for?

o R: be RESPECTFUL of others (Live by the Platinum Rule)
o E: be EXPERTS in your craft
o A: be an ATHLETE
o D: be DISCIPLINED and enforce Army Standards
o Y: it’s up to YOU. Take initiative – make a difference and be accountable

• What are the IVY Seven?

o Fitness – The basis for everything we do in the Army. It sets the tone for the day, it
builds comradery, Esprit de Corps, trust, and makes you feel better physically and
mentally.
o Marksmanship – All Soldiers need to be lethal experts with their assigned weapon
platform. Our ability to identify and engage our enemy directly affects mission success
or failure. Bottom line, Seen = Killed.
o Battle Drills – Expertise is achieved when we can conduct collective actions routinely,
well executed across the full spectrum of warfighting functions. The only way to master
our Battle Drills is through REPS AND SETS. You do not need to resource training
areas or ammunition to rehearse our Battle Drills.
o Maintenance – Proper care and maintenance of our equipment is paramount to our
success on the battlefield. Every Soldier needs to know how to properly maintain all of
their equipment and vehicles. Leaders are responsible for ensuring our equipment is
mission ready, at all times.
o Communication – If you can’t talk, you can’t fight. Make our communicators the best in
the world, and ensure every Soldier knows how to operate and employ the
communications equipment associated with their element.
o Medical – Every Soldier needs to be trained and be proficient with Tactical Combat
Casualty Care. The tourniquet is one of the most vital lifesaving pieces of equipment we
have. Every Soldier needs to know how to employ it properly.
o Vehicular Operations – Success in Large Scale Combat Operations requires us to be
proficient, not just qualified with mounted maneuver. We must develop proficient
operators that understand how to employ our platforms within its capabilities while
pursing our enemies, SAFELY. All Soldiers understand the basics of vehicle safety, are
PMCS certified on their vehicle, know how to operate safety belts, understand load
plans, know ground guide requirements and how to operate in a cold weather
environment.

• What are the 8 parts of the 4ID Green Book?

o Part 1 – Commanding General’s Intent for the 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson
Standards Book
o Part 2 – General Policies
o Part 3 – Uniforms and Appearance
o Part 4 – Personal Conduct
o Part 5 – Safety and Protecting the Force
o Part 6 – 4th Infantry Division Response Battle Drills
o Part 7 – Important Numbers
o Part 8 – References

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• What are the 3 IVY Uniform Configurations?
o Mountain Post Uniform – The Mountain Post Uniform will be a clean and serviceable
OCP uniform with name tape, US Army tape, rank, subdued flag and SSI. Approved,
authorized, or issued boots only. Clean, serviceable patrol cap with rank and name
tape. Brown T-Shirt, brown belt, and ID card, ID tags, paper and writing instrument. The
Mountain Post Uniform is the only approved uniform to be worn when conducting non-
training tasks within the main cantonment area of Fort Carson.
o Ivy Light Uniform – Same as the Mountain Post Uniform with the following additions; no
skill badges will be worn in the IVY LIGHT Uniform unless sewn on; clean, serviceable
ACH complete with proper markings and tie downs, approved eye protection, approved
hearing protection, approved gloves, FLC/TAP worn IAW BDE/BN SOPs, knee and
elbow pads (when applicable), personal hydration system, and issued tourniquet and
IFAK. Commanders and 1SGs are encouraged to dictate the wear of camouflage and
face paint when appropriate.
o Ivy Ready Uniform – Same as IVY LIGHT Uniform to include IOTV/IBA with ESAPI
ballistic plates. FLC/TAP is not required to be worn with the IOTV, as long as the
Soldiers has the appropriate pouches. Tourniquet and IFAK must be worn with the IVY
Ready Uniform. Armored Crew Member Uniforms for 3ABCT will be outlined in a BDE
SOP from 3ABCT.

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 4ID Yellow Book
• What covers the 4ID Counseling Guide?
o 4th Infantry Division Yellow Book

• How long does the Chain of Command have to conduct a Reception and Integration
Counseling for new Soldiers?
o Within 24 hours of the Soldier’s assignment to the unit.

• What are the 6 Tabs that make up the Counseling Packet?

o Tab 1: Personal Information
 Personal Data Sheet / Soldier Data Card
 ERB/ORB
 LES
 DD-93 (Record of Emergency Data)
 SGLI
 Profile
 Family Care Plan
 EFMP summary sheet
 Strip map to quarters
o Tab 2: Professional Development
 Personal Goal Sheet
 Professional Development Model by MOS
 DA-3355 (Promotion Point Worksheet)
 DA-3595-R (Record Fire Scorecard)
 DA-705 (APFT Scorecard)
 DA-5500 (Body Fat Content Worksheet)
o Tab 3: Unit Records
 Training Certificates
 Hand Receipts
 OCIE Statement
 CIF Record
o Tab 4: NCOER/Developmental Counseling
 DA-4856 (Integration & Reception Counseling)
 DA-4856 (Event-Oriented Counseling)
 DA-4856 (Performance/Professional Growth Counseling)
 DA-2166-9-1A (NCOER Support Form)
 Previous NCOER
 NCO Rating Scheme
o Tab 5: Adverse Counseling
 DA-4856 (Adverse Counseling)
 Article 15(s)
 Bar to Reenlistment
 Flag Report
o Tab 6: SLRRT
 Fort Carson Soldier and Leader Risk Reduction Tool (SLRRT)

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 ADP 3-19 (Fires)
• What regulation covers Fires?
o ADP 3-19

• What are Cross-Domain fires?

o Cross-domain fires are fires executed in one domain to create effects in a different
domain.

• What are Multi-Domain Fires?

o Multi-domain fires are fires that converge effects from two or more domains against a
target.

• What are the four types of Rehearsals?

o Backbrief
 Backbriefs occur after subordinates have made their own plans and allow the
commander to ensure subordinates understand intent, mission, and the concept
of operations. Commanders may use backbriefs to ensure that units that will
employ fires to create effects understand the timing and requirements. They can
also use backbriefs to begin synchronization of the effects created by
subordinate units with each other and the plan.
o Combined Arms Rehearsal
 The combined arms rehearsal brings together all subordinate units to rehearse
the plan with the commander and staff. The effects of fires must be fully
synchronized with the other warfighting functions during the combined arms
rehearsal. In particular, this is the best time to ensure fires is synchronized with
maneuver. The combined arms rehearsal must include timings and triggers for
the creation of effects. The commander should also take advantage of the
combined arms rehearsal to rehearse branches to the plan if some effects aren’t
created as planned.
o Support Rehearsal
 Support rehearsals typically focus on one warfighting function or capability.
Personnel that will employ fires to create effects should attend the other support
rehearsals to ensure the fires warfighting function is properly synchronized with
the other warfighting function. The fires rehearsal should be used to synchronize
all elements that will be used to execute the fires portion of the plan, including all
sensors, delivery assets, and command and control assets. Support rehearsals
can be executed prior to the combined arms rehearsal to allow for detailed
synchronization of the warfighting function prior to combining them. They can
also be conducted after the combined arms rehearsal to work out final details of
any issues identified during the combined arms rehearsal.
o Battle Drill / Standard Operating Procedures Rehearsal
 During battle drill or standard operating procedures rehearsals, commanders and
staffs should rehearse battle drills they are likely to use. Within the fires
warfighting function, this should include the processing of missions to create
effects from the sensor to the delivery system. These should include technical
rehearsals that test the ability of the unit to use their primary, alternate,
contingency, and emergency means of communication to command and control
assets within the fires warfighting function.

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• What is D3A?
o D3A methodology is a process which allows tactical level commanders to engage
targets within their Operational Environment.
 Decide
 Detect
 Deliver
 Assess

• Who is responsible for creating effects desired for fire support in their Area of
Operations?
o The Commander

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 ADP 5-0 (The Operations Process)
• What regulation covers The Operations Process?
o ADP 5-0

• What is Command and Control?

o Command and Control is the exercise of authority and direction by a properly
designated commander over assigned and attached forces in the accomplishment of
the mission.

• What is Mission Command?

o Mission Command is the Army’s approach to command and control that empowers
subordinate decision making and the decentralized execution appropriate to the
situation.

• What are the 4 Elements of Command?

o Authority
o Responsibility
o Decision Making
o Leadership

• What are the 4 Elements of Control?

o Direction
o Feedback
o Information
o Communication

• What are the 7 Principles of Mission Command?

o Competence
o Mutual trust
o Shared understanding
o Commander’s intent
o Mission orders
o Disciplined initiative
o Risk acceptance

• What is the Operations Process?

o The major command and control activities performed during operations: planning,
preparing, executing, and continuously assessing the operation.

• What is Commander’s Intent?

o The commander’s intent is a clear and concise expression of the purpose of the
operation and the desired military end state that supports mission command, provides
focus to the staff, and helps subordinate and supporting commanders act to achieve the
commander’s desired results without further orders, even when the operation does not
unfold as planned.

• What is Leadership?
o Leadership is the activity of influencing people by providing purpose, direction, and
motivation to accomplish the mission and improve the organization.

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• What is Risk Management?
o Risk management is the process to identify, assess, and control risks and make
decisions that balance risk cost with mission benefits.

• What are the Risk Management Steps?

o Identify hazards
o Assess hazards
o Develop controls and make risk decisions
o Implement controls
o Supervise and evaluate

• What is Knowledge Management?

o Knowledge management is the process of enabling knowledge flow to enhance shared
understanding, learning, and decision making.

• What are the Knowledge Management Steps?

o Assess
o Design
o Develop
o Pilot
o Implement

• What is Battle Rhythm?

o Battle rhythm is a deliberate, daily schedule of command, staff, and unit activities
intended to maximize use of time and synchronize staff actions.

• What are the 3 Levels of Warfare

o Strategic
o Operational
o Tactical

• What is MDMP?
o The military decision-making process is an iterative planning methodology to
understand the situation and mission, develop a course of action, and produce an
operation plan or order.

• What are the 7 Steps of MDMP?

o Step 1 – Receipt of mission
o Step 2 – Mission analysis
o Step 3 – COA development
o Step 4 – COA analysis
o Step 5 – COA comparison
o Step 6 – COA approval
o Step 7 – Orders production, dissemination, and transition

• What are TLP’s?

o Troop leading procedures are a dynamic process used by small-unit leaders to analyze
a mission, develop a plan, and prepare for an operation.

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• What are the 8 Troop Leading Procedures?
o Step 1 – Receive the mission
o Step 2 – Issue a warning order
o Step 3 – Make a tentative plan
o Step 4 – Initiate movement
o Step 5 – Conduct reconnaissance
o Step 6 – Complete the plan
o Step 7 – Issue the order
o Step 8 – Supervise and refine

• What is Army Problem Solving?

o Army problem solving is an analytical approach to defining a problem, developing
possible solutions to solve the problem, arriving at the best solution, developing a plan,
and implementing that plan to solve the problem.

• What are the 7 steps to Army Problem solving?

o Step 1 – Gather information
o Step 2 – Identify the problem
o Step 3 – Develop criteria
o Step 4 – Generate possible solutions
o Step 5 – Analyze possible solutions
o Step 6 – Compare possible solutions
o Step 7 – Make and implement the decision.

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 ADP 6-22 (Army Leadership and the Profession)
• What Regulation covers Army Leadership?
o ADP 6-22

• What are the 5 Characteristics of the Army Profession?

o Trust
o Honorable Service
o Military Expertise
o Stewardship
o Espirit de corps

• What is Trust?
o Trust is the foundation of the Army’s relationship with the American people, who rely on
the Army to ethically, effectively, and efficiently serve the Nation.

• What is Honorable Service?

o Honorable service is support and defense of the Constitution, the American people, and
the national interest in a manner consistent with the Army ethic.

• What is Military Expertise?

o Military expertise is the ethical design, generation, support, and application of
landpower, and the associated capabilities essential to accomplishing missions in
defense of the American people.

• What is Stewardship?
o Stewardship is the responsibility of Soldiers and Army civilians to strengthen the Army
as a profession.

• What is Espirit de Corps?

o Esprit de corps denotes the Army’s winning spirit—a collective ethos of camaraderie,
mutual trust, and cohesive teamwork.

• What is the Army Ethic?

o The Army ethic is the set of enduring moral principles, values, beliefs, and laws that
guide the Army profession and create the culture of trust essential to Army
professionals in the conduct of missions, performance of duty, and all aspects of life.

• What are the Army Values?

o Loyalty: bear true faith and allegiance to the Constitution of the United States, the Army,
your unit and other Soldiers.
o Duty: fulfill your obligations.
o Respect: treat people as they should be treated.
o Selfless service: put the welfare of the nation, the Army, and your subordinates before
your own.
o Honor: live up to the Army Values.
o Integrity: do what is right, legally and morally.
o Personal courage: face fear, danger, or adversity.

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• What is Leadership?
o Leadership is the activity of influencing people by providing purpose, direction, and
motivation to accomplish the mission and improve the organization.

• What are the 3 Core Leader Attributes?

o Character: the moral and ethical qualities of the leader.
o Presence: characteristics open to display by the leader and open to viewing by others.
o Intellect: the mental and social abilities the leader applies while leading.

• What are the 3 Core Leader Competencies?

o Leads: provides purpose, direction, and motivation; builds trust; provides an example;
communicates.
o Develops: develops themselves, creates a positive climate, develops subordinates, and
stewards the profession.
o Achieves: executes, adjusts, and gets results to accomplish tasks and missions on time
and to standard.

• What are the 3 Categories of Army Leaders?

o Officers
o Noncommissioned Officers
o DA Civilians

• What are the 3 Levels of Leadership?

o Direct
o Organizational
o Strategic

• What is Direct Leadership?

o Direct leadership is face-to-face or first-line leadership that generally occurs in
organizations where subordinates see their leaders all the time such as teams, squads,
sections, platoons, departments, companies, batteries, and troops.

• A leader’s effectiveness is dramatically enhanced by understanding and developing

what areas?
o Military and professional bearing: projecting a commanding presence, a professional
image of authority, calmness under pressure, and control over emotions.
o Fitness: looking like a fit, professional Soldier, having the strength, and endurance to
lead others from the front, and being physically able to do what subordinates are
expected to do.
o Confidence: projecting self-confidence and certainty in the unit’s ability to accomplish
the mission, able to retain composure and demonstrate calm through steady control
over emotion.
o Resilience: demonstrating the psychological and physical capacity to overcome failures,
setbacks, and hardship.

• What are the leader attributes that make up an Army leader’s intellect?
o Mental Agility
o Sound Judgment
o Innovation
o Interpersonal Tact
o Expertise

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• What are the 5 Competencies of Leads?
o Leads Others
o Extends influence beyond the Chain of Command
o Builds Trust
o Leads by Example
o Communicates

• What are the 9 Methods of Influence?

o Pressure
 Pressure occurs when leaders use explicit demands to achieve compliance, such
as establishing deadlines for the completion of tasks and communicating
negative consequences for those not met.
o Legitimating
 Legitimating occurs when leaders establish their authority as the basis for a
request when it may not be obvious.
o Exchange
 Exchange is an influence method that leaders use when they offer to provide
incentives for gaining a higher level of compliance with orders or instructions.
o Personal Appeals
 Personal appeals occur when the leader asks for a subordinate’s support based
upon their personal or longstanding professional relationship, generally out of
loyalty.
o Collaboration
 Collaboration occurs when the leader engages with subordinates or peers to
apply influence by contributing to the outcome.
o Rational persuasion
 Rational persuasion requires providing a broader context, logical argument, or
explanations showing how a request is relevant to the goal and why something
should or must be done.
o Apprising
 Apprising happens when the leader explains why an order or request will benefit
a subordinate or team, such as explaining how performing a task a certain way
that will save time.
o Inspirational Appeals
 Inspirational appeals occur when the leader creates enthusiasm for a request by
arousing strong emotions in support of a decision they must make or have
already made.
o Participation
 Participation occurs when leaders ask others to join them in determining how
best to address a problem or meet an objective.

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 AR 27-10 (Military Justice)
• What regulation covers Military Justice?
o AR 27-10

• Who may impose nonjudicial punishment?

o Any commanding Officer

• What does UCMJ stand for?

o Uniform Code of Military Justice

• What article covers nonjudicial punishment?

o Article 15

• What are the three types of Article 15?

o Summarized
o Company grade
o Field grade

• How many articles are in the UCMJ?

o 146 articles and 12 sub articles

• What are the punitive articles of the UCMJ?

o Article 77 – Article 134

• What is the maximum punishment for a summarized article 15?

o Extra duties for 14 days.
o Restriction for 14 days.
o Oral reprimand or admonition.
o Any combination of the above.

• What is the maximum punishment for a company grade article 15?

o Forfeiture of 7 days pay for 1 month
o Restriction of 14 days for 1 month
o Extra duty for 14 days
o 1 Grade Reduction for E4 & below
o Oral or written letter of reprimand/admonition

• What is the maximum punishment for a Field Grade Article 15?

o Forfeiture of 1/2 month's pay for 2 months
o Restriction of 60 days
o Extra duty for 45 days
o Reduction (E1 - E4) one grade
o Reduction (E5 - E6) one grade in peace time
o Oral or written letter of reprimand/admonition

• What is the highest military court?

o The court of military appeals

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• What are the three types of court martial?
o Summary
o Special
o General

• Does a person have to accept an Article 15?

o No, a Soldier has the right to demand a trial by court martial

• What is one circumstance when a Soldier does not have the right to refuse an Article 15
and demand trial by court-martial?
o When aboard a ship

• What rights are given to a Soldier under Article 31?

o The right to remain silent
o The right to an attorney
o Protection from self-incrimination

• How much time does a Soldier have to appeal?

o Five calendar days

• What kind extra duty is an NCO given by an article 15?

o Supervisory duty only

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 AR 350-1 (Army Training and Leader Development)
• What Regulation covers Army Training and Leader Development?
o AR 350-1

• What are the 3 Training Domains?

o Institutional
o Operational
o Self-Development

• What are the 4 Training Readiness Proficiencies?

o Individual, Crew-Served, and Platform Qualification
o Mission Essential Task Proficiency
o Collective Live-Fire Task Proficiency
o Training Days

• What does NCOPDS stand for?

o Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development System

• What does NCOES stand for?

o Noncommissioned Officer Education System

• What are the different levels on NCOES?

o Basic Leader Course (BLC)
 BLC is a branch-immaterial course that provides basic leadership training.
o Advanced Leader Course (ALC)
 ALC is a branch-specific course that provides Soldiers selected for promotion to
SSG with an opportunity to enhance leadership, technical skill, tactical expertise
and experience needed to lead squad-size units.
o Senior Leader Course (SLC)
 SLC is a branch-specific course that provides an opportunity for Soldiers
selected for promotion to SFC to acquire the leader, technical, and tactical skills,
knowledge, and experience needed to lead platoon-size units.
o Master Leader Course (MLC)
 MLC, once fully implemented, will be a branch-immaterial course that provides
an opportunity for Soldiers selected for promotion to master sergeant (MSG) to
acquire the leader skills required for success at both troop and staff assignments
throughout the defense establishment.
o Sergeants Major Leader Course (SMC)
 SMC is the capstone of enlisted education. MSGs are prepared for both troop
and staff assignments throughout the defense establishment. The SMC is task
based and performance oriented. Areas of study include leadership, combat
operations, sustainment operations, team building, communication skills, training
management, and professional development electives. Successful completion of
the SMC is a requirement for promotion to SGM and appointment to CSM.
o Nominative Leader Course (NLC)
 NLC is a strategic level Army course for CSMs and SGMs serving at the
nominative sergeant major level.

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 o Command Sergeant Major Brigade and Battalion Pre-Command Course and Command
Sergeant Major Development Program
 Command sergeants major will attend the Brigade and Battalion Pre-Command
Courses. Attendance at the Brigade and Battalion CSM Development Program is
mandatory for RA/AGR Brigade and Battalion CSM selectees. RC Brigade and
Battalion CSM selectees assigned to Troop Program Units will attend on a space
and funding available status.

• What does NCOPDP stand for?

o Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Program

• What are the Goals and Objectives of NCOPDP?

o Goals of the NCOPDP
 The goal of the NCOPDP is to increase and sustain NCO combat readiness and
compliment the overarching Army NCOPDP.
o Objectives of the NCOPDP:
 Develop and strengthen the skills, knowledge, and abilities to train, deploy, and
lead Soldiers in combat through decisive action training.
 Develop NCOs who are self-aware, agile, competent, and confident.
 Realize the full potential of the NCO support channel.
 Foster a unit environment that enhances continued NCO leader development
and encourages self-development as part of a life-long learning process.

• What is Sergeant’s Training Time?

o The sergeant’s training time recognizes the NCO’s primary role in conducting individual,
crew, and small team training. The sergeant’s training time develops junior leaders and
builds cohesive teams.

• What is a DA Form 1059?

o Service School Academic Evaluation Report

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AR 600-8-2 (Suspension of Favorable Personnel Actions
(Flag))
• What regulation covers Suspension of Favorable Personnel Actions (Flag)?
o AR 600-8-2

• How often are Active Flags reviewed?

o Unit level commanders will review and validate Flag reports monthly
o BN level commanders will review and validate all Flag over 6 months old monthly

• How many days do you have to input or remove a flag when a Soldier’s status changes?
o Within 3 Working Days

• What is the purpose of a Flag?

o The purpose of a Flag is to prevent and/or preclude—
 Execution of favorable actions to a Soldier.
 Movement of a Soldier when it is in the best interests of the Army for the Soldier
to remain in his or her current unit or at his or her current location until cleared of
ongoing actions. Should the command determine that it is in the best interests of
the Army to PCS the Soldier even though he or she has not been cleared of
ongoing actions, the command may do so, however, the Flag will remain in place

• What DA Form is used for Flags?

o DA Form 268 (Report to Suspend Favorable Personnel Actions (Flag)

• What are the 2 classification categories of Flags?

o Nontransferable
o Transferable

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 AR 600-8-19 (Enlisted Promotions and Reductions)
• What regulation covers Enlisted Promotions and Reductions?
o AR 600-8-19

• What are the 3 Levels of Promotions?

o Decentralized (E-1 – E-4)
o Semi-Centralized E-5 & E-6)
o Centralized (E-7 – E-9)

• What are the Criteria for Automatic Promotion to PV2, PFC and SPC?
o Promotion to PV2 is 6 months TIS.
o Promotion to PFC is 12 months TIS and 4 months TIG.
o Promotion to SPC is 24 months TIS and 6 months TIG.

• What are the TIS and TIG Waivers for PV2, PFC and SPC?
o Promotion to PV2 may be waived at 4 months TIS.
o Promotions to PFC may be waived at 6 months TIS and 2 months TIG.
o Promotions to SPC may be waived at 18 months TIS and 3 months TIG.

• When is a First Line Leader required to Counsel their Soldier in regards to Promotion?
o First-line leaders will formally counsel Soldiers, in writing, who are eligible for promotion
to PV2 through SPC without a waiver (fully qualified) but not recommended for
promotion. This counseling requirement also applies to all Soldiers who are boarded
(fully qualified in the PZ) but not integrated into the promotion recommended list after
having appeared before a promotion board. Counseling will take place initially when the
Soldier attains eligibility, and at least every 3 months thereafter, and include information
as to why the Soldier was not recommended and what the Soldier can do to correct
deficiencies or qualities that reflect a lack of promotion potential.

• What are the Requirements for Recommendation for Promotion to Sergeant?

o Completed SSD/DLC 1 before board appearance to SGT
o Secondary zone: 17 months TIS, 5 months TIG
o Primary zone: 35 months TIS, 11 months TIG
o Mandatory list integration: 47 months TIS, 23 months TIG

• What are the Requirements for Recommendation for Promotion to Staff Sergeant?
o Completed SSD/DLC 2 before board appearance to SSG
o Secondary zone: 47 months TIS, 6 months TIG
o Primary zone: 71 months TIS, 17 months TIG
o Mandatory list integration: 83 months TIS, 23 months TIG

• What are the Promotion Board Composition Requirements?

o A minimum of three voting members to serve on a promotion board.
o The board president will be a CSM or SGM unless the board membership consists of an
officer(s) or warrant officer(s), in which case the president is the senior member.

• Who has the Authority to reduce SPC/CPL and Below?

o Company, Troop, Battery, and Separate Detachment Commanders.

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• Who has the Authority to reduce SGT and SSG?
o Field Grade Commanders of any organization authorized a LTC or higher rank
Commander. For separate detachments or companies, the reduction authority will be
the next higher headquarters within the chain of command. The higher headquarters
must be authorized a Commander in the rank of LTC or higher.

• Who has the Authority to reduce SFC, MSG/1SG, SGM?

o Commanders of organizations authorized a Commander in the rank of COL or higher.
For separate detachments or companies, the reduction authority will be the next higher
headquarters within the chain of command. The higher headquarters must be
authorized a Commander in the rank of COL or higher.

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 AR 600-8-22 (Military Awards)
• What regulation covers Awards?
o AR 600-8-22

• What are the different Categories of Awards?

o Decorations
o Good Conduct Medals
o Campaign, Expeditionary, and Service Medals
o Service Ribbons, Badges, and Tabs
o Certificates and Letters

• What are the 3 devices that are authorized on individual awards?

o “V” Device: The “V” Device denotes participation in acts of heroism involving conflict
with an armed enemy.
o “C” Device: The “C” Device denotes meritorious service or achievement performed
under combat conditions.
o “R” Device: The “R” Device denotes exceptional achievements that have a direct and
immediate impact on the outcome of a combat engagement or other military operation,
albeit from a location outside the operational area where the Service member was
neither personally exposed to hostile action, nor at significant risk of exposure to hostile
action.

• When is a Soldier’s Medal awarded?

o The Soldier’s medal is only awarded for non-combat heroism

• What form is used for the recommendation of awards?

o DA Form 638

• When is a Narrative required for an Award Recommendation?

o For any award higher than the Meritorious Service Medal

• How originally established the Purple Heart?

o General George Washington

• What are the different types of Badges?

o Combat Badges
o Special Skill Badges
o Marksmanship Badges
o Identification Badges

• How many skill tabs are authorized?

o 4 (Ranger, Special Forces, Sapper, President’s Hundred)

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 AR 600-20 (Army Command Policy)
• What regulation covers Army Command Policy?
o AR 600-20

• What does the Army Command Policy cover?

o It prescribes the policies and responsibilities of command, which include the Army
Ready and Resilient Campaign Plan, military discipline and conduct, the Army Military
Equal Opportunity (MEO) Program, the Army Harassment Prevention and Response
Program, and the Army Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention
(SHARP) Program.

• What is command?
o Command is exercised by virtue of office and the special assignment of members of the
United States Armed Forces holding military grade who are eligible to exercise
command.

• What is a Commander?
o A commander is a commissioned or warrant officer (WO) who, by virtue of grade and
assignment, exercises primary command authority over a military organization or a
prescribed territorial area that is recognized as a "command" under pertinent official
directives.

• What are the key elements of command?

o Authority and Responsibility

• What is the Open Door Policy?

o The Open Door Policy allows members of the command to present facts, concerns, and
problems of a personal or professional nature or other issues that the Soldier has been
unable to resolve.

• What does MEO stand for?

o Military Equal Opportunity

• What are the goal of the MEO Program?

o Build and maintain a cohesive, combat ready Army which is focused and determined to
accomplish its mission.
o Provide support to Soldiers, both on and off-post, and within the limits of the laws of
localities, states, and host nations.
o Ensure MEO exists for all Soldiers.
o Ensure every Soldier is treated with dignity and respect.
o Support commanders at all levels and MEO professionals (EO PMs, EO SGMs, EO
advisors; and EO specialists (RA/USAR)) and EO Leaders (EOLs) who are responsible
for the execution of MEO policies in their units organizations, and agencies.

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 AR 600-20 Chapter 7 (SHARP)
• What regulation covers SHARP?
o AR 600-20, Chapter 7

• Who is the Brigade SARC?

o SFC Hunsuck

• Who is the Battalion SARC?

o SFC Rolle

• Who is the Brigade EOA?

o SFC Garcia

• Who is the Battalion EOA?

o SFC Ortiz

• What does SHARP stand for?

o Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention

• What is the purpose of SHARP Program?

o The SHARP Program enhances Army readiness by fostering a culture free of sexual
harassment and sexual assault through prevention, education and training, response
capability, victim support, reporting procedures, and appropriate accountability that
enhances the safety, well-being, readiness

• What are the 3 types on Sexual Harassment Complaints?

o Formal
o Informal
 An informal sexual harassment complaint is a complaint that a complainant does
not wish to file in writing on a DA Form 7746.
o Anonymous
 An anonymous complaint is defined as a report of sexual harassment, regardless
of the means of transmission, from an unknown or unidentified source.

• What are the different categories of Sexual Harassment?

o Verbal
o Nonverbal
o Physical Contact

• What are the different types of Sexual Harassment?

o Quid Pro Quo
o Hostile Environment

• What are the 2 types of reporting for Sexual Assault?

o Restricted Reporting: A Soldier or Family member 18 years of age and older who is
sexually assaulted and desires medical care, counseling, and victim advocacy without
initiating the investigative process should use the restricted reporting option.
o Unrestricted Reporting: A Soldier or DA Civilian who is sexually assaulted and desires
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 should use current reporting channels, for example, chain of command, law
enforcement or report the incident to the SARC.

• Who can receive a Restricted Report?

o Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC), Victim Advocate (VA), or a Healthcare
Provider (HCP)

• Who can receive an Unrestricted Report?

o SARC/SHARP Specialist or VA/SHARP Specialist, Healthcare Providers Law
Enforcement, or your Chain of Command

• Can the victim change the type of report that has been filed?
o The victim cannot change from an unrestricted to a restricted report

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 AR 623-3 (Evaluation Reporting System)
• What regulation covers NCOER’s?
o AR 623-3

• What is an NCOER?
o The NCOER is an assessment of a rated NCO’s performance in his or her assigned
position and his or her potential for increased responsibility and service in positions of
higher ranks.

• What is the Purpose of an NCOER?

o NCOERs allows rating officials to provide HQDA with performance and potential
assessments of each rated NCO for HQDA selection board processes. It also provides
valuable information for use by successive members of the rating chain, emphasizes
and reinforces professionalism, and supports the specialty focus Enlisted Personnel
Management System processes.

• What are the 3 different NCOER forms?

o DA Form 2166–9–1 (SGT)
o DA Form 2166–9–2 (SSG – 1SG/MSG)
o DA Form 2166–9–3 (CSM/SGM)

• What form is the NCOER Support Form?

o DA Form 2166-9-1A

• Who is in the Rating Chain?

o The Rated Soldier
o Rater
o Senior Rater
o Supplementary Reviewer (When Necessary)

• What are the time requirements of the Rater?

o The rater will be the supervisor of the rated NCO for a minimum period of 90 calendar
days. For USAR TPU, DIMA, and drilling IRR Soldiers and ARNG Soldiers, the rater
must have served as the supervisor for a minimum of 120 calendar days

• What are the time requirements of the Senior Rater?

o To render a written NCOER, the senior rater must have been designated as the rated
NCO’s senior rater for a minimum period of 60 calendar days. For USAR TPU, DIMA,
and drilling IRR Soldiers and ARNG Soldiers, the senior rater must have served in that
capacity for a minimum of 90 calendar days.

• When is a Supplementary Reviewer required?

o A mandatory supplementary review is required for NCOERs when a senior rater within
the rated NCOs rating chain includes an NCO in the rank of SFC through 1SG/MSG,
warrant officer in the rank of WO1 through CW2, and Army officer in the rank of 2LT and
1LT.

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• What are the 5 Parts on a NCOER?
o Part 1: Administrative Data
o Part 2: Authentication
o Part 3: Duty Description
o Part 4: Performance Evaluation, Professionalism, Attributes and Competencies
o Part 5: Senior Rater Overall Potential

• What are the Different types of NCOER’s?

o Annual
o Change of Rater
o Relief for Cause
o 60-Day Rater Option
o 60-Day Senior Rater Option
o Complete the Record
o Temporary Duty, Special Duty, or Compassionate Reassignment

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AR 670-1 (Wear and Appearance of Army Uniform and
Insignia)
• What regulation covers the Wear and Appearance of Army Uniform and Insignia?
o AR 670-1

• What is the standard for Male Haircuts?

o Male haircuts. The hair on top of the head must be neatly groomed. The length and bulk
of the hair may not be excessive and must present a neat and conservative
appearance. The hair must present a tapered appearance. A tapered appearance is
one where the outline of the Soldier’s hair conforms to the shape of the head, curving
inward to the natural termination point at the base of the neck. When the hair is
combed, it will not fall over the ears or eyebrows, or touch the collar, except for the
closely cut hair at the back of the neck. The block-cut fullness in the back is permitted to
a moderate degree, as long as the tapered look is maintained. Males are not authorized
to wear braids, cornrows, twists, dreadlocks, or locks while in uniform or in civilian
clothes on duty. Hair-cuts with a single, untapered patch of hair on the top of the head
(not consistent with natural hair loss) are considered eccentric and are not authorized.
Examples include, but are not limited to, when the head is shaved around a strip of hair
down the center of the head (mohawk), around a u-shaped hair area (horseshoe), or
around a patch of hair on the front top of the head (tear drop). Hair that is completely
shaved or trimmed closely to the scalp is authorized.

• What is the standard for Sideburns?

o Sideburns: Sideburns are hair grown in front of the ear and below the point where the
top portion of the ear attaches to the head. Sideburns will not extend below the bottom
of the opening of the ear (see line A of fig 3 – 1). Sideburns will not be styled to taper,
flair, or come to a point. The length of the individual hairs of the sideburn will not exceed
1/8 inch when fully extended.

• What is the Facial Hair standard for Males?

o Facial hair. Males will keep their face clean-shaven when in uniform, or in civilian
clothes on duty. Mustaches are permitted. If worn, males will keep mustaches neatly
trimmed, tapered, and tidy. Mustaches will not present a chopped off or bushy
appearance, and no portion of the mustache will cover the upper lip line, extend
sideways beyond a vertical line drawn upward from the corners of the mouth, or extend
above a parallel line at the lowest portion of the nose. Handlebar mustaches, goatees,
and beards are not authorized. If appropriate medical authority allows beard growth, the
maximum length authorized for medical treatment must be specific. For example, “The
length of the beard cannot exceed 1/4 inch”. Soldiers will keep the growth trimmed to
the level specified by the appropriate medical authority, but are not authorized to shape
the hair growth (examples include, but are not limited to, goatees, “Fu Manchu,” or
handlebar mustaches).

• What is the standard for Female Haircuts and Hairstyles?

o Female haircuts and hairstyles. The requirements for hair regulations are to maintain
uniformity within a military population for female Soldiers while in uniform, or in civilian
clothes on duty, unless otherwise specified. Female hairstyles may not be eccentric or
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 these regulations, female hairstyles are organized into three basic categories: short
length, medium length, and long length hair.
 Short length. Short hair is defined as hair length that extends no more than 1 inch
from the scalp (excluding bangs). Hair may be no shorter than 1/4 inch from the
scalp (unless due to medical condition or injury), but may be evenly tapered to
the scalp within 2 inches of the hair line edges. Bangs, if worn, may not fall below
the eyebrows, may not interfere with the wear of all headgear, must lie neatly
against the head, and not be visible underneath the front of the headgear. The
width of the bangs may extend to the hairline at the temple.
 Medium length. Medium hair is defined as hair length that does not extend
beyond the lower edge of the collar (in all uniforms), and extends more than 1
inch from the scalp. Medium hair may fall naturally in uniform, and is not required
to be secured. When worn loose, graduated hair styles are acceptable, but the
length, as measured from the end of the total hair length to the base of the collar,
may not exceed 1 inch difference in length, from the front to the back. Layered
hairstyles are also authorized, so long as each hair’s length, as measured from
the scalp to the hair’s end, is generally the same length giving a tapered
appearance. The regulations for the wear of bangs as stated above apply. No
portion of the bulk of the hair, as measured from the scalp, will exceed 2 inches.
 Long length. Long hair is defined as hair length that extends beyond the lower
edge of the collar. Long hair will be neatly and inconspicuously fastened or
pinned above the lower edge of the collar except that bangs may be worn. The
regulations for the wear of bangs apply. No portion of the bulk of the hair, as
measured from the scalp as styled, will exceed 2 inches (except a bun, which is
worn on the back of the head and may extend a maximum of 3 1/2 inches from
the scalp and be no wider than the width of the head).

• What is the standard for fingernails?

o All personnel will keep fingernails clean and neatly trimmed. Males will keep nails
trimmed so as not to extend beyond the fingertip unless medically required and are not
authorized to wear nail polish. Females will not exceed a nail length of 1/4 inch as
measured from the tip of the finger. Females will trim nails shorter if the commander
determines that the longer length detracts from a professional appearance, presents a
safety concern, or interferes with the performance of duties. Females may only wear
clear polish when in uniform or while in civilian clothes on duty. Females may wear clear
acrylic nails, provided they have a natural appearance and conform to Army standards.

• What types of tattoos and prohibited?

o Extremist Tattoos
o Indecent Tattoos
o Sexist Tattoos
o Racist Tattoos

• Where are Tattoos not unauthorized?

o Head
o Face
o Neck: anything above the t-shirt neckline to include on or inside the eyelids, mouth, and
ears
o Below the Wrist Bone
o Hands: except Soldiers may have one ring tattoo on each hand, below the joint of the
bottom segment (portion closest to the palm) of the finger.

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• When is a Soldier authorized to not wear headgear?
o Headgear is not required if it would interfere with the safe operation of military vehicles.
Wearing military headgear is not required while in or on a privately owned vehicle (to
include a motorcycle, bicycle, or convertible automobile), a commercial vehicle, or on
public conveyance (such as a subway, train, plane, or bus).
o Soldiers will not wear headgear indoors, unless under arms in an official capacity, or
when directed by the commander, such as for indoor ceremonial activities.
o Male and female Soldiers are not required to wear headgear to evening social events
(after retreat) when wearing the Army service and dress uniforms or the mess and
evening mess uniforms.

• When are you prohibited from wearing Army Uniforms?

o In connection with the furtherance of any political or commercial interests, or when
engaged in off duty civilian employment
o When participating in public speeches, interviews, picket lines, marches, rallies, or
public demonstrations, except as authorized by the first O – 5 in the chain of command
o When attending any meeting or event that is a function of, or is sponsored by, an
extremist organization
o When wearing the uniform would bring discredit upon the Army, as determined by the
commander
o When specifically prohibited by Army regulations

• When are Soldiers required to wear Identification Tags?

o Soldiers will wear identification tags at all times while on duty in uniform unless
otherwise directed by the commander.
o Personnel will wear identification tags around the neck, except when safety
considerations apply (such as during physical training).

• Who is authorized to travel in the Army Service Uniform or ACU?

o Personnel on official travel

• What flags are authorized for wear on the Army Combat Uniform?
o All Soldiers will wear the full-color U.S. flag embroidered insignia on utility and
organizational uniforms, unless deployed or in a field environment. Soldiers will wear
the subdued tactical flag insignia while deployed or in a field environment.

• Each Service Stripe represents how many years of Service?

o 3 Years

• Each Overseas Service Bar represents how many months of Overseas Service?
o 6 Months

• How many Foreign Badges may be worn at a time?

o Personnel may only wear one foreign badge at a time on the Army service/dress
uniform and the AGSU

• How are Foreign Badges worn?

o Male Soldiers wear the foreign badge centered and 1/8 inch above the right pocket flap
or 1/2 inch above any unit awards that are worn.
o Female Soldiers wear the badge centered and 1/2 inch above the nameplate or 1/2 inch
above any unit awards that are worn.

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 ATP 3-09.30 (Observed Fires)
• What regulation covers Observed Fires?
o ATP 3-09.30

• What are the 5 Requirements for Accurate Fires?

o Accurate Target Location and Size
o Accurate Firing Unit Location
o Accurate Weapon and Ammunition Information
o Accurate Meteorological Information
o Accurate Computational Procedures

• Name and Define the different types of targets?

o Target of Opportunity: A target identified too late, or not selected for action in time, to
be included in deliberate targeting that, when detected or located, meets criteria specific
to achieving objectives and is processed using dynamic targeting. A target visible to a
surface or air sensor or observer which is within range of available weapons and
against which fire has not been scheduled or requested.
o Planned Target: A target that is known to exist in the operational environment, upon
which actions are planned using deliberate targeting, creating effects which support
commander’s objectives.
o Priority Target: A target, based on either time or importance, on which the delivery of
fires takes precedence over all the fires for the designated firing unit or element.
o Final Protective Fire: An immediately available prearranged barrier of fire designed to
impede enemy movement across defensive lines or areas.
o Point Target: A target that is less than or equal to 200 meters in width and length.
o Linear Target: A target that is greater than 200 meters in length and less than or equal
to 200 meters in width.
o Rectangular Target: A target that is greater than 200 meters in length and width
described by four grids or by a center grid, a length, width, and an attitude.
o Circular Target: A target that is in a circular pattern or is vague as to exact composition
and has a radius greater than 100 meters.
o Target Reference Point: An easily recognizable point on the ground (either natural or
man-made) used to initiate, distribute, and control fires.
o Group of Targets: A group of targets consists of two or more targets on which fire
desired simultaneously.
o Series of Targets: A number of targets or group(s) of targets planned to be fired in a
predetermined sequence to support a maneuver operation.
o Program of Targets: A program of targets consists of a number of planned targets of a
similar nature that are planned for sequential attack.

• What are the 5 Target 5 types?

o Facility
o Individual(s)
o Virtual
o Equipment
o Organization

• What are the 2 types of Planned Targets?

o Scheduled Target
o On-Call Target

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• What does the acronym SLOCTOP stand for?
o Security
o Location
o Communication
o Targeting
o Observation
o Position Improvement

• What is Flash to Bang?

o The flash to bang technique is helpful when it is necessary to verify observer-target
distance.
 Elapsed time (seconds) between visible impact and sound arrival x 350 meters
per second =distance (meters)

• What goes into a terrain sketch?

o The skyline (horizon)
o Intermediate crests, hills, and ridges
o Other natural terrain features (distinctive bodies of water and vegetation)
o Manmade features (buildings, roads, power lines, towers, antennas, and battlefield
debris)
o Labels (reference points and targets)

• What are the methods of target location?

o Grid coordinates using precision imagery with mensuration tools
o Laser grid
o Laser polar
o Grid coordinates using map spot
o Polar plot
o Shift from a known point

• What is a Call for Fire?

o A call for fire is a request for fire containing data necessary for obtaining the required
fire on a target.

• What are the 6 elements of Call for Fire?

o Observer Identification
o Warning Order
o Target Location
o Target Description
o Method of Engagement
o Method of Fire and Control

• What is Spotting?
o Spotting is the observer's determination of the location of the burst, or the mean point of
impact of a group of bursts, with respect to the adjusting point as observed along the
observer-target line.

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• What are the 3 types of Spotting?
o Height of Burst Spotting
o Range Spotting
o Deviation Spotting

• What are the Height of Burst Spottings?

o Air
o Graze
o Mixed
o Mixed Air
o Mixed Graze

• What are the Range Spottings?

o Over
o Short
o Target
o Range Correct
o Doubtful
o Lost
o Unobserved
o Unobserved Over or Short

• What are the Deviation Spottings?

o Line
o Left
o Right

• What are the 15 subsequent corrections?

o Observer Target Direction
o Danger close and cancel danger close
o Trajectory
o Method of fire
o Distribution
o Projectile
o Fuze
o Volume
o Deviation
o Range
o Height of Burst
o Target Description
o Mission Type and Method of Control
o Splash
o Repeat

• What are the 4 Adjustment Techniques?

o Successive Bracketing
o Hasty Bracketing
o One Round Adjustment
o Creeping Fire

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 ATP 4-33 (Maintenance Operations)
• What regulation covers Maintenance Operations?
o ATP 4-33

• What is the purpose of the Army Maintenance System?

o The purpose of the Army maintenance system is to ensure unit readiness.

• What is Readiness?
o Readiness is the ability of military forces to fight and meet the demands of assigned
missions.

• What are the 7 Maintenance Fundamentals?

o Planning
o Reporting
o Services
o Repair
o Recovery
o Evacuation
o Disposition

• What are the 4 Core Maintenance Processes?

o Performance observation encompasses preventive maintenance checks and services
required by equipment specific TMs in the before, during, and after operation preventive
maintenance checks and services.
o Equipment services are maintenance actions performed in accordance with the original
equipment manufacturer and engineer specifications. These prescribed maintenance
actions include routine checks, adjustments, changes, analysis, and lubrication to
equipment, components, or systems when specified.
o Crew or operators and maintenance personnel use fault repair to restore equipment to
the original designed or engineered functionality. Faults include deficiencies and
shortcomings.
o Single-standard repair ensures the application of a single repair standard to all end
items, secondary items, and components repaired. This establishes a predictable
service life and assures the quality of items returned to the supply inventory.

• What are the 2 Levels of Maintenance?

o Field Maintenance
 Operator and Crew Field Maintenance
 Maintainer Field Maintenance
o Sustainment Maintenance
 Below Depot Sustainment Maintenance
 Depot Sustainment Maintenance

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DA PAM 600-25 (U.S. Army Noncommissioned Officer
Professional Development Guide)
• What does NCOPD stand for?
o Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development

• What publication covers NCOPD?

o DA PAM 600-25

• What are the 3 categories for NCOES Deferment?

o Compassionate
o Medical
o Operational

• Who typically manages the NCOPD Program?

o The CSM or Senior NCO in the organization

• What does the acronym SSD stand for?

o Structured Self Development

• What does the acronym DLC Stand for?

o Distributed Leader Course

• What are the 4 core roles NCO’s serve?

o Trainers
o Mentors
o Advisors
o Communicators

• What are the 6 Vital Learning Areas in which NCOs must develop Knowledge and
Skills?
o The Army Profession
o Professional Competence
o Team Building
o Fitness and Resiliency
o Learning
o Adaptability

• What does the acronym STEP Stand for?

o Select
o Train
o Educate
o Promote

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FM 3-09 (Fire Support and Field Artillery Operations)
• What regulation covers Fire Support and Field Artillery Operations?
o FM 3-09

• What is Fire Support?

o Fire support is a rapid and continuous integration of surface to surface indirect fires,
target acquisition, armed aircraft, and other lethal and nonlethal attack/delivery systems
that converge against targets across all domains in support of the maneuver
commander’s concept of operations.

• What are the 5 Domains of Unified Land Operations?

o Land
o Air
o Sea (Maritime)
o Space
o Cyberspace

• What are Unified Land Operations?

o Unified land operations is the simultaneous execution of offense, defense, stability, and
defense support of civil authorities across multiple domains to shape operational
environments, prevent conflict, prevail in large-scale ground combat, and consolidate
gains as part of unified action.

• What is the Role of the Field Artillery?

o The role of the field artillery is to destroy, neutralize, or suppress the enemy by cannon,
rocket, and missile fire and to integrate and synchronize all fire support assets into
operations.

• What are the 2 Core Competencies of the Field Artillery?

o To coordinate fire support, which is the planning and executing of fire so targets are
adequately covered by a suitable weapon or group of weapons
o To deliver indirect fire. Indirect fire is fire delivered at a target not visible to the firing unit

• What are the 3 Fire Support System Elements?

o Command and control
o Target acquisition (TA)
o Attack/delivery systems

• What are the 4 Fire Support Functions?

o Support forces in contact
o Support the concept of operations
o Synchronize and converge FS (lethal and nonlethal) across all domains
o Sustain and protect the FS system

• What are the 3 Characteristics of Fire Support?

o To violently apply lethal fires in accordance with the law of war and established rules of
engagement (ROE).
o To always operate in the spirit of the offense.
o To always operate as a single entity.

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• What are the 4 Army Principles for Training?
o Train as you Fight
o Train to Standard
o Train to Sustain
o Train to Maintain

• What is Air Interdiction?

o Air interdiction is defined as air operations conducted to divert, disrupt, delay, or destroy
the enemy's military surface capabilities before it can be brought to bear effectively
against friendly forces, or to otherwise achieve objectives that are conducted at such
distances from friendly forces that detailed integration of each air mission with the fire
and movement of friendly forces is not required.

• What is CAS?
o Close Air Support (CAS) is defined as air action by aircraft against hostile targets that
are in close proximity to friendly forces and that require detailed integration of each air
mission with the fire and movement of those forces.

• What is Counterfire?
o Counterfire is fires against the enemy integrated fires complex; it protects friendly
forces, combat functions, and facilities from enemy indirect fires by neutralizing, or
destroying enemy weapons, TA assets, observers (to include special purpose forces),
C2 facilities, and communications and logistics sites

• What are the 2 types of Counterfire?

o Proactive Counterfire
o Reactive Counterfire

• What is Targeting?
o Targeting is the process of selecting and prioritizing targets and matching the
appropriate response to them, considering operational requirements and capabilities.

• What the 6 Phases of the Joint Targeting Cycle?

o Phase 1 – Commander’s Objectives, Targeting Guidance, and Intent
o Phase 2 – Target Development and Prioritization
o Phase 3 – Capabilities Analysis
o Phase 4 – Commander’s Decision and Force Assignment
o Phase 5 – Mission Planning and Force Execution
o Phase 6 – Combat Assessment

• What is Fire Support Planning?

o Fire support planning is the continuous process of analyzing, allocating, integrating,
synchronizing, and scheduling fires to describe how the effects of fires facilitate
maneuver force actions.

• What is Destruction?
o Destruction renders a target out of action permanently, or ineffective for a long period of
time, producing 30-percent casualties or materiel damage

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• What are the Different Classifications of Field Artillery Cannons?
o Light - 120-mm and less.
o Medium - 121 to 160-mm.
o Heavy - 161 to 210-mm.
o Very heavy - greater than 210-mm.
o Rockets - 298-mm.
o Missiles - 607-mm.

• Roles of Fire Support Personnel

o Fire Support Coordinator: The fire support coordinator is the senior field artillery
commander for the theater, corps, division, brigade combat team who is the maneuver
commander's primary advisor to plan, coordinate, and integrate field artillery and fire
support in the execution of assigned tasks
o Chief of Fires: The Chief of Fires is the senior fires staff officer at echelons above
corps who advises the commander on the best use of available fires resources and
provides input to the necessary orders.
o Deputy Fire Support Coordinator: The deputy fire support coordinator (DFSCOORD)
is the senior FA staff officer at corps and division HQ, and at the TFC who is
responsible for advising the commander on the best use of available FS attack/delivery
capabilities, providing input to necessary orders, and developing and implementing the
fire support plan.
o Targeting Officer: The targeting officer will drive the targeting process and is the
technical subject matter expert on all matters relating to Army and joint targeting.
Targeting officers will participate in the MDMP to develop the targeting products HPT
list, attack guidance matrix (AGM), target synchronization matrix, and target selection
standards. The targeting officer will develop weapons locating radar (WLR) guidance
and oversee counterfire operations, to include, radar deployment orders, queuing
schedules, and threat patterns in support of the targeting process.
o Field Artillery Intelligence Officer: The field artillery intelligence officer (FAIO)
coordinates with brigade, corps and division internal and external intelligence elements
to provide input to the development, nomination, and prioritization of targets originating
from the G-2/ or battalion or brigade intelligence staff officer (S-2) all source analysis
section.
o Brigade Fire Support Officer: The brigade fire support officer (FSO) is the senior FA
staff officer responsible for planning, preparing, and executing all aspects of FS for BCT
operations.
o Battalion Fire Support Officer: The BN FSO is the senior FA staff officer at the
maneuver BN or attack helicopter BN. The BN FSO advises the respective BN
commander on fire support planning and employment considerations. The BN FSO
plans, prepares, executes, and provides assessment of all aspects of fire support for BN
operations and provides bottom up refinement of the fire support plan.
o Company Fire Support Officer: The company FSO works for the company
commander during combat operations to accomplish all FS tasks.
o Fire Support Sergeant: The company fire support sergeant or fire support non-
commissioned officer (FSNCO) is the senior enlisted assistant to the company FSO.
The fire support sergeant performs the duties of the FSO in their absence. The fire
support sergeant advises the FSO on the allocation and tasking of joint fires observers,
other observers, and trains the fire support team (FIST) and the forward observer (FO)
in applicable FS tactics and techniques.

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o Forward Observer: The FO is the fire support representative for the maneuver platoon.
The FO's primary duty is to accurately locate targets, then call for, and adjust FS. The
forward observer is an observer operating with front line troops and trained to adjust
ground or naval gunfire and pass back battlefield information.
o Joint Fires Observer: A joint fires observer (JFO) is a certified and qualified Service
member who requests, controls, and adjusts, surface-to-surface fires; provides targeting
information in support of CAS; and performs terminal guidance operations. JFOs cannot
perform terminal attack control of CAS missions and do not replace a qualified joint
terminal attack controller (JTAC) or forward air controller (airborne) (FAC [A]).

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FM 3-11 (Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear
Operations)
• What regulation covers CBRN?
o FM 3-11

• What does CBRN stand for?

o Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear

• What is CBRN Operations?

o CBRN operations is the employment of capabilities that assess, protect against, and
mitigate the entire range of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear incidents to
enable freedom of action.

• What are the 2 classifications of CBRN Hazards?

o Immediate
o Residual

• What are the 3 Core Functions of CBRN?

o Assess
o Protect
o Mitigate

• What are the 4 levels of Decontamination?

o Immediate
o Operational
o Thorough
o Clearance

• What does MOPP stand for?

o Mission-Oriented Protective Posture

• How many levels of MOPP are there?

o 5 (MOPP 0 – MOPP 4)

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 FM 7-0 (Training)
• What does FM 7-0 cover?
o Training

• What are the three training proficiencies?

o Mission-essential task proficiency is achieved by the unit’s ability to perform mission-
essential task training to standard; in multiple complex and dynamic operational
environments, with external evaluation while accomplishing the appropriate Soldier, unit
and leader tasks as outlined in training and evaluation outlines.
o Weapons qualification: Weapons qualification involves individual, crew-served, and
platform weapons proficiency. The unit achieves weapons qualification by qualifying on
all its organic weapons under all conditions as specified by applicable weapon system
publications.
o Collective live-fire task proficiency. Collective live-fire task proficiency is achieved by the
unit executing specified collective tasks while employing its organic weapons systems in
a live-fire environment.

• What are the 3 levels of task proficiency?

o Trained: T (Advanced Task Proficiency) - A Trained proficiency rating means a unit is
trained. It has attained advanced task proficiency free of significant shortcomings. The
unit’s shortcomings require minimal training to meet the Army standard.
o Practiced: P (Basic Task Proficiency) - A Practiced proficiency rating means a unit is
practiced. It has attained basic task proficiency with shortcomings.
o Untrained: U (Cannot Perform Task) - An Untrained proficiency rating means a unit is
untrained. The unit cannot perform the task. The unit requires complete training on the
task to achieve the Army standard.

• Define the Training Management Cycle?

o The training management cycle is the process of prioritizing training, planning and
preparation, execution, and the evaluation and assessment of training. The commander
drives the training management cycle by prioritizing training and assessing unit training
proficiencies. Long-, mid-, and short-range planning is conducted to support the
execution of training. Continuous feedback through evaluation and other key inputs
provides the commander information to assess unit training proficiencies accurately.

• Define Mission-Essential Task?

o A mission-essential task is a collective task on which an organization trains to be
proficient in its designed capabilities or assigned mission.

• What is METL?
o A mission-essential task list is a tailored group of mission-essential tasks. The unit
METL is based on the unit’s mission and capabilities

• What are the 8 steps in the 8-Step Training Model?

o Step 1 – Plan the Training Event: Leaders develop specific and measurable training
objectives based on the commander’s guidance. They identify and coordinate the
resources necessary to train and provide guidance and direction to subordinates.
Leaders allocate and ensure Soldiers have enough time for training as well as identify
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 or mitigate associated risks. Lastly, leaders develop evaluation plans that support the
tasks trained.
o Step 2 – Train and Certify Leaders: Certification requirements are established and
leaders and trainers are certified to lead and conduct the training. Certified personnel
must have detailed knowledge of the training subject matter and have performed the
task to standard themselves. This step also includes training and certifying opposing
force (OPFOR) leaders.
o Step 3 – Recon Training Sites: Leaders perform reconnaissance of training sites and
report back observations and potential issues prior to training execution. Leaders verify
that training locations can support the training event and enable the unit to accomplish
its training objectives. They make contact with site support personnel and solve
scheduling and coordination issues.
o Step 4 – Issue the Operation Order (OPORD): This order specifies responsibilities,
timelines for execution, tactical scenarios, and other key information necessary to
execute the training event. Leaders identify the tasks trained, training objectives, the
training mission, and the methods to execute the training. Leaders ensure subordinates
have all available information to prepare and execute the training event. A successful
training event relies on all leaders understanding the expected outcome and remaining
focused on the training objectives.
o Step 5 – Rehearse: Leaders conduct rehearsals to ensure plans are synchronized and
actions are understood by subordinates. Leaders supervise rehearsals to ensure those
responsible for training are prepared and organized. This step includes conducting
rehearsals necessary for OPFOR leaders and personnel.
o Step 6 – Train: Training is executed, tasks are observed and evaluated, and training
objectives are trained until proficiency is achieved. As participants perform tasks,
trainers evaluate performance against published standards.
o Step 7 – Conduct After Action Reviews: After action reviews (AARs) are conducted
during training and after the training event. AAR feedback is provided to the unit
commander to help assess task proficiency. Lessons learned are discussed, recorded
for future use, and shared with other units and leaders. These reviews help improve unit
training as well as the unit’s tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP).
o Step 8 – Retrain: Tasks not performed to standard are retrained and re-evaluated until
the standard is achieved. Units do not depart the training event with tasks not trained to
standard and training objectives not met.

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 FM 7-22 (Holistic Health and Fitness)
• What regulation covers Holistic Health and Fitness?
o FM 7-22

• What are the principles of holistic health and Fitness?

o The Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) System is the Army's primary investment in
Soldier readiness and lethality, optimal physical and non-physical performance, reduced
injury rates, improved rehabilitation after injury, and increased overall effectiveness of
the Total Army.

• What are the 4 parts of Holistic Health and Fitness?

o Part One: System
o Part Two: Design
o Part Three: Build
o Part Four: Deliver

• What are the 5 critical Elements of Part One: System of Holistic Health and Fitness?
o Governance
o Program
o Equipment and Facilities
o Personnel
o Leadership Education

• What are the 2 Phases in Part Three: Build of Holistic Health and Fitness?
o Initial Phase
o Sustaining Phase

• What is the Initial Phase?

o The initial phase lasts from accession to Fist Unit of Assignment (FUA) and builds
foundational and fundamental skills. Most of these skills will be acquired in the time
between recruiting station and the completion of initial military training (IMT).

• What is the Sustaining Phase?

o The sustaining phase prepares Soldiers for mastery of the physical and nonphysical
attributes of their occupational tasks, duty positions, and combat.

• What are the 3 principles of Holistic Health and Fitness?

o Optimization
o Individualization
o Immersion

• What are the 5 domains of Soldier Readiness?

o Physical Readiness
o Nutritional Readiness
o Mental Readiness
o Spiritual Readiness
o Sleep Readiness

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• What is an SPRC?
o Soldier Performance Readiness Center

• What is the overarching physical training goal of H2F?

o Movement Lethality

• What is Movement Lethality?

o The ability to physically engaged with and destroy the enemy.

• What are the Physical Components of Physical Readiness?

o Muscular Strength
o Muscular Endurance
o Aerobic Endurance
o Anaerobic Endurance
o Power

• What are the Characteristics of Movement Lethality?

o Speed
o Strength
o Endurance

• What is Absolute and Relative Workload?

o Absolute workload is the work required to complete a physical task
o Relative workload is the amount of work required relative to a Soldier's maximal
physiological capacity

• How should PRT be conducted?

o Should be tough, realistic, and physically challenging, yet safe in its execution.

• What does FITT stand for?

o Frequency
o Intensity
o Time
o Type

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 TC 3-21.5 (Drill and Ceremonies)
• What regulation covers Drill and Ceremonies?
o TC 3-21.5

• What are the 3 teaching steps?

o Explanation
o Demonstration
o Practice

• What are the 3 Demonstration Methods?

o Step-by-Step Method of Instruction
o Talk-Through Method of Instruction
o By-The-Numbers Method of Instruction

• What are the commands to move a platoon into an extended rectangular formation?
o Platoon Attention
o Extend to the Left, March
o Arms Downward, Move
o Left, Face
o Extend to the Left, March
o Arms Downward, Move
o Right, Face
o From Front to Rear, Count Off
o Even Numbers to the Left, Uncover

• What are the 4 types of Commands?

o Two-Part Commands
o Combined Commands
o Supplementary Commands
o Directives

• What is a Two-Part Command?

o A Two-Part Command contains a preparatory command and a command of execution.

• What is a Combined Command?

o A Combined Command is when the preparatory command and the command of
execution are combined; for example, FALL IN, AT EASE, and REST.

• What is a Supplementary Command?

o Supplementary commands are verbal orders, given by a subordinate leader, that
reinforce and complement a commander’s order.

• What are Directives?

o Directives are oral orders given by the commander that direct or cause a subordinate
leader to act.
 TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR UNITS is the only directive on which a commander
relinquishes their command and on which salutes are exchanged.
 Directives are given in sentence form and are normally prefaced by the terms
HAVE YOUR UNITS or BRING YOUR UNITS.

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• What are the 4 Rest Positions at the Halt?
o Parade Rest
o Stand at Ease
o At Ease
o Rest

• What is Retreat?
o Retreat is a ceremony in which the unit honors the U.S. flag when it is lowered in the
evening.

• What is Reveille?
o Reveille is a ceremony in which a unit honors the U.S. flag as it is raised in the morning.

• When are Salutes rendered?

o When you meet and recognize persons entitled (by grade) to a salute except when it is
inappropriate or impractical.
o When the U.S. national anthem, “To the Color,” “Hail to the Chief,” or foreign national
anthems are played.
o To uncased national Color outdoors.
o On ceremonial occasions as prescribed in Part Two, Ceremonies.
o At reveille and retreat ceremonies, during the raising or lowering of the flag.
o During the sounding of honors.
o When the Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. flag is being recited outdoors.
o When turning over control of formations.
o When rendering reports.
o To officers of friendly foreign countries.

• When are Salutes not required?

o When indoors, except when reporting to an officer or when on duty as a guard.
o Addressing a prisoner.
o Saluting is obviously inappropriate. In these cases, only greetings are exchanged.
(Example: A person carrying articles with both hands, or otherwise occupied so that
saluting is impracticable, is not required to salute a senior person or return the salute to
a subordinate.)
o Either the senior or the subordinate is wearing civilian clothes.

• How far away do you render a salute?

o Six paces

• When walking with someone of higher rank, to which side do you stand?
o To the Left of them

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 TC 3-20.40 (Training and Qualification – Individual
Weapons)
• What are the 3 Employment Skills?
o Accuracy
o Precision
o Consistency

• What is Accuracy?
o Accuracy is the ability to hit a desired target or point of aim.

• What is Precision?
o Precision is the ability to place the shot group and the desired point of impact.

• What is Consistency?
o Consistency is the ability to routinely achieve accurate and precise shots.

• What are the 6 Individual Weapons Tables?

o Table I – Preliminary Marksmanship Instruction and Evaluations
o Table II – Pre-Live-Fire Simulations
o Table III – Drills
o Table IV – Basic
o Table V – Practice
o Table VI – Qualification (Live-Fire Proficiency Gate)

• What are the 6 Crew-Served Weapons Tables?

o Table I – Preliminary Marksmanship Instruction and Evaluations
o Table II – Pre-Live-Fire Simulations
o Table III – Drills
o Table IV – Basic
o Table V – Practice
o Table VI – Qualification (Live-Fire Proficiency Gate)

• What are the 4 Weapons Qualification Ratings?

o Expert
o Sharpshooter
o Marksman
o Unqualified

• What are the 4 Functional Elements of the Shot Process?

o Stability
o Aim
o Control
o Movement

• What are the Rules of Firearms Safety?

o Rule 1: Treat Every Weapon as if it is Loaded
o Rule 2: Never Point the Weapon at Anything You Do Not Intend to Destroy
o Rule 3: Keep Finger Straight and Off the Trigger Until Ready to Fire
o Rule 4: Ensure Positive Identification of the Target and its Surroundings

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• What are the 3 Weapons Control Statuses?
o Weapons Hold: Engage only if engaged or ordered to engage.
o Weapons Tight: Engage only if target is positively identified as enemy.
o Weapons Free: Engage targets not positively identified as friendly.

• What are the 2 types of Corrective Action?

o Immediate action – simple, rapid actions or motions taken by the Soldier to correct basic
disruptions in the cycle of function of the weapon. Immediate action is taken when a
malfunction occurs such that the trigger is squeeze and the hammer falls with an
audible “click.”
o Remedial action – a skilled, technique that must be applied to a specific problem or
issue with the weapon that will not be corrected by taking immediate action. Remedial
action is taken when the cycle of function is interrupted where the trigger is squeezed
and either has little resistance during the squeeze (“mush”) or the trigger cannot be
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 TC 3-22.9 (Rifle and Carbine)
• What are the Weapons Safety Statuses?
o Green, “Fully Safe” – the weapon is clear, no ammunition is present the chamber is
empty, and the fire selector switch is set to SAFE.
o Amber, “Substantially Safe” – a leader must clear and verify that the weapon’s bolt is
forward, the chamber is empty, and ammunition is introduced to the weapon. This is an
administrative or preparatory Weapon Safety Status (WSS). Leaders use amber
primarily for mounted operations and during combat operations when directed to
maintain a substantially safe weapon with the ability to rapidly transition and escalate to
red or black, based on the situation.
o Red, “Marginally Safe” – the fire selector switch is set to SAFE, the magazine is locked
in the magazine well, a round is in the chamber, and the bolt is locked in the forward
position.
o Black, “Not Safe” – Indicates when the weapon is fully prepared to fire, the firer has
positively identified the target, the fire selector switch is set to FIRE, and the firer’s
finger is on the trigger, and the fire is in the process of engaging the target.

• Define the M4 Series Carbine

o The M4 is a lightweight, 5.56-mm, magazine-fed, gas-operated, air-cooled, shoulder-
fired carbine. The M4 can fire in semiautomatic (single- shot), three-round burst, or in
automatic mode using a selector lever, depending on the variant.

• How much does the M4 Weigh?

o 6.49 lbs, 7.5 lbs with Magazine

• What are the different ranges?

o Maximum Range
 3,600 meters
o Maximum Effective Range (Area Target)
 600 meters
o Maximum Effective Range (Point Target)
 500 meters
o Muzzle Velocity
 2,970 Feet per Second

• What are the Cycles of Function?

o Feeding
o Chambering
o Locking
o Firing
o Unlocking
o Extracting
o Ejecting
o Cocking

• What are the 3 phases of the shot process?

o Pre-Shot
o Shot
o Post-Shot

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• What are the different firing positions?
o Standing
 Standing, Unsupported
 Standing Supported
o Squatting
o Kneeling
 Kneeling, Unsupported
 Kneeling, Supported
o Sitting
 Sitting, Crossed Ankle
 Sitting, Crossed Leg
 Sitting, Open Leg
o Prone
 Prone, Unsupported
 Prone, Supported
 Prone, Roll Over
 Prone, Reverse Roll Over

• What is Follow-Through?
o Follow-through is the continued mental and physical application of the functional
elements of the shot process after the shot has been fired.

• What is the Immediate Action Process?

o Tap – Tap the bottom of the Magazine Firmly
o Rack – Rapidly pull the charging handle and releases to extract/eject the previous
cartridge and feed, chamber and lock a new round
o Reassess – Reassess by continuing the shot process

• What are the different types of ammunition for the M4 Carbine?

o Ball
o Enhanced Performance Round, Ball
o Tracer
o Armor Piercing
o Short Range Training Ammunition
o Blank
o Close Combat Mission Capability Kit
o Dummy

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 TC 3-22.240 (Medium Machine Gun)
• What are the Weapons Safety Statuses?
o Green: The bolt is locked forward and the fire/safe selector switch is on fire (F). The
feed tray and cover assembly are closed.
o Amber: The M240-series machine gun does not have an amber status. Units are not
authorized to place the weapon into any form of amber status.
o Red: Red signifies that the machine gun ammunition is loaded on to the feed tray, bolt is
open and locked to the rear, and the fire/safe selector switch is on SAFE.
o Black: Black signifies that the machine gun ammunition is loaded onto the feed tray, the
bolt is locked to the rear, the selector switch is set to fire, and the Soldier’s finger is on
the trigger ready to engage.

• Define the M240 Machine Gun

o The M240 is a gas-operated, belt-fed, air-cooled, fully automatic weapon that fires from
the open-bolt position.

• What are the 3 Rates of Fire?

o Sustained:
 100 rounds per minute (four to five seconds between bursts). Change barrel
every 10 minutes.
o Rapid:
 200 rounds per minute (two to three seconds between bursts). Change barrel
every two minutes.
o Cyclic:
 650 to 850 rounds per minute. Not intended to fire at 950 rounds per minute. This
will cause accelerated wear/damage to the barrel and rest of weapon.
 550 to 650 rounds per minute – M240B/M240L/M240N with hydraulic buffer.

• What are the different ranges?

o Maximum Range
 3725 meters
o Maximum Effective Range (Area Target)
 Bipod: 800 meters
 Tripod: 1100 meters
o Maximum Effective Range (Point Target)
 Bipod: 600 meters
 Tripod: 800 meters

• What are the different firing positions?

o Standing
 Standing, Unsupported
 Standing Supported
o Kneeling
 Kneeling, Unsupported
 Kneeling, Supported
o Prone
 Prone, Bipod Supported
 Prone, Tripod Supported

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• What is the Immediate Action Process?
o Pull – Pull and lock the cocking handle to the rear
o Observe – Observe the ejection port to see if a cartridge case, belt link, or round ejects.
Ensure that the bolt remains to the rear to prevent double feeding if a round or cartridge
case is not ejected. If a cartridge case, belt link, or round ejects
o Push – Push the cocking handle to its forward position, take aim on the target
o Press – Press the trigger. If the weapon does not fire, take remedial action. If a cartridge
case, belt link, or round fails to eject, take remedial action

• What are the different types of ammunition for the M240 Machine Gun?
o Ball
o Tracer
o Armor Piercing
o Blank
o Dummy

• What are the Characteristics of Fire?

o Line of Sight
o Burst of Fire
o Trajectory
o Maximum Ordinate
o Cone of Fire
o Beaten Zone
o Danger Space

• What are the 3 Classifications of Automatic Weapon Fire?

o Fires with Respect to the Ground
o Fires with Respect to the Target
o Fires with Respect to the Gun

• What are the Fires with Respect to the Ground?

o Grazing Fires
o Plunging Fires

• What are the Fires with Respect to the Target?

o Enfilade Fire
o Frontal Fire
o Flanking Fire
o Oblique Fire

• What are the Fires with Respect to the Machine Gun?

o Fixed Fire
o Traversing Fire
o Searching Fire
o Traversing and Searching Fire
o Swinging Traverse
o Free Gun

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 TC 3-22.249 (Light Machine Gun M249 Series)
• What are the Weapons Safety Statuses?
o Green: Green signifies that the weapon’s ammunition or magazine is removed, its
chamber is empty, its bolt is locked open, and the selector is set to SAFE.
o Amber: The M249-series machine gun does not have an amber status. Units are not
authorized to place the weapon into any form of amber status.
o Red: Red signifies that the machine gun ammunition is loaded onto the feed tray or that
the magazine is inserted into the weapon, the bolt is locked to the rear, and the selector
is set to SAFE.
o Black: Black signifies that the machine gun ammunition is loaded onto the feed tray or
that the magazine is inserted into the weapon, the bolt is locked to the rear, the selector
switch is set to fire, and the Soldier’s finger is on the trigger ready to engage.

• Define the M249 Machine Gun

o The M249 is a gas-operated, belt or magazine-fed, air-cooled, fully automatic weapon
that fires from the open-bolt position.

• How much does the M249 Weigh?

o 17 lbs

• What are the 3 Rates of Fire?

o Sustained:
 100 Rounds per Minute, Fired in 6- to 9-round bursts, 4-5 seconds between
bursts (barrel change every 10 minutes).
o Rapid:
 200 Rounds per Minute, Fired in 10- to 12-round bursts, 2-3 seconds between
bursts (barrel change every two minutes).
o Cyclic:
 650-850 Rounds per Minute, Continuous burst (barrel change every minute).

• What are the different ranges?

o Maximum Range
 3,600 meters
o Maximum Effective Range (Area Target)
 Bipod: 800 meters
 Tripod: 1,000 meters
o Maximum Effective Range (Point Target)
 Bipod: 600 meters
 Tripod: 800 meters
o Tracer Burnout
 Approximately 900 meters

• What are the different firing positions?

o Standing
 Standing, Unsupported
 Standing Supported
o Kneeling
 Kneeling, Unsupported
 Kneeling, Supported
o Sitting

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  Sitting, Crossed Ankle
 Sitting, Crossed Leg
 Sitting, Open Leg
o Prone
 Prone, Bipod Supported
 Prone, Tripod Supported

• What is the Immediate Action Process?

o Pull and lock the charging handle to the rear.
o Observe the ejection port to see if a cartridge case, belt link, or round ejects.
o Push the charging handle forward to its lock position.
o Continue the shot process to reassess.

• What are the different types of ammunition for the M249?

o Ball
o Tracer
o Armor Piercing
o Blank
o Close Combat Mission Capability Kit
o Dummy

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 TC 3-25.26 (Map Reading and Land Navigation)
• What regulation covers Land Navigation?
o TC 3-25.26

• What is a map?
o A map is a graphic representation of a portion of the earth’s surface drawn to scale, as
seen from above.

• How do you read a map?

o Right and Up.

• What is a Topographic Map?

o A topographic map portrays terrain features in a measurable way, as well as the
horizontal positions of the features represented. The vertical positions, or relief, are
normally represented by contour lines on military topographic maps. On maps showing
relief, the elevations and contours are measured from a specific vertical datum plane,
usually mean sea level.

• What are the different Colors on a Military Map?

o Black. Black indicates cultural (man-made) features such as buildings and roads,
surveyed spot elevations, and all labels.
o Red-Brown. The colors red and brown are combined to identify cultural features, all
relief features, non-surveyed spot elevations, and elevation such as contour lines on
red-light readable maps.
o Blue. Blue identifies hydrography or water features such as lakes, swamps, rivers, and
drainage.
o Green. Green identifies vegetation with military significance such as woods, orchards,
and vineyards.
o Brown. Brown identifies all relief features and elevation such as contours on older
edition maps, and cultivated land on red-light readable maps.
o Red. Red classifies cultural features such as populated areas, main roads, and
boundaries on older maps.
o Other. Occasionally, other colors may be used to show special information. As a rule,
these are indicated in the marginal information.

• What are the 3 Categories of Maps?

o Small: Maps with scales of 1:1,000,000 and smaller are used for general planning and
for strategic studies. The standard small-scale map is 1:1,000,000. This map covers a
large land area at the expense of detail
o Medium: Maps with scales between 1:1,000,000 and 1:75,000 are used for operational
planning. They contain a moderate amount of detail, but terrain analysis is best done
with the large-scale maps. The standard medium-scale map is 1:250,000. Medium-
scale maps of 1:100,000 are encountered frequently.
o Large: Maps with scales of 1:75,000 and larger are used for tactical, administrative, and
logistical planning. These are the maps a Soldier or junior leader are most likely to
encounter. The standard large-scale map is 1:50,000; however, many areas have been
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• Where do you find the scale on a map?
o The scale is found in the upper left margin after the series name and in the center of the
lower margin.

• Where is the legend located on a map?

o The legend is located in the lower left margin.

• What is a Declination Diagram?

o The declination diagram is located in the lower margin of large-scale maps and
indicates the angular relationships of true north, grid north, and magnetic north. On
maps at 1:250,000-scale, this information is expressed as a note in the lower margin. In
recent edition maps, there is a note indicating the conversion of azimuths from grid to
magnetic and from magnetic to grid next to the declination diagram.

• What are the 3 Methods of Expressing Direction?

o Degrees
 The most common unit of measure is the degree (º) with its subdivisions of
minutes (') and seconds (").
o Mils
 Another unit of measure, the mil (abbreviated m/ in graphics), is used mainly in
artillery, tank, and mortar gunnery. The mil expresses the size of an angle formed
when a circle is divided into 6400 angles, with the vertex of the angles at the
center of the circle. A relationship can be established between degrees and mils.
A circle equals 6400 mils divided by 360 degrees, or 17.78 mils per degree. To
convert degrees to mils, multiply degrees by 17.78.
o Grads
 The grad is a metric unit of measure found on some foreign maps. There are 400
grads in a circle (a 90-degree right angle equals 100 grads). The grad is divided
into 100 centesimal minutes (centigrads) and the minute into 100 centesimal
seconds (milligrads).

• What are the 3 Norths?

o True North
o Magnetic North
o Grid North

• What is Intersection?
o Intersection is the location of an unknown point by successively occupying at least two
(preferably three) known positions on the ground, and then map sighting on the
unknown location. It is used to locate distant or inaccessible points or objects such as
enemy targets and danger areas.

• What is Resection?
o Resection is the method of locating one’s position on a map by determining the grid
azimuth to at least two well-defined locations that can be pinpointed on the map. For
greater accuracy, the desired method of resection is to use three or more well-defined
locations.

• What are the 2 Compass techniques?

o Centerhold Technique
o Compass-to-Cheek Technique

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• What does GPS stand for?
o Global Positioning System

• What are the 4 types of slope?

o Gentle
o Steep
o Concave
o Convex

• What are the 5 Major Terrain Features?

o Hill
o Saddle
o Valley
o Ridge
o Depression

• What are the 3 Minor Terrain Features?

o Draw
o Spur
o Cliff

• What are the 2 Supplementary Terrain Features?

o Cut
o Fill

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 TC 4-02.1 (First Aid)
• What regulation covers First Aid?
o TC 4-02.1

• What is First Aid?

o Urgent and immediate lifesaving and other measures which can be performed for
casualties (or performed by the casualty himself) by nonmedical personnel when
medical personnel are not immediately available

• What is Tactical Combat Casualty Care?

o Tactical combat casualty care is often referred to as TC3. Tactical combat casualty care
is prehospital care provided in a tactical-combat setting. Tactical combat casualty care
is divided into the following three stages:
 Care under fire
 Tactical field care
 Tactical evacuation

• What are the normal range of respirations for Adults, Children and Infants?
o Adults: 12 to 20 breaths per minute.
o Children (1 to 10 years): 15 to 30 breaths per minute.
o Infants (6 to 12 months): 25 to 50 breaths per minute.
o Infants (0 to 5 months): 25 to 40 breaths per minute.

• What makes up the respiratory system?

o Airway
o Lungs
o Rib Cage

• What does the Circulatory System Consist of?

o Heart
o Blood
o Blood Vessels (Arteries, Capillaries and Veins)

• What is the normal heart rate for Adults, Children and Infants?
o Adults: 60 to 100 heartbeats per minute.
o Children (1 to 6 years): 70 to 120 heartbeats per minute.
o Infants (6 to 12 months): 80 to 140 heartbeats per minute.
o Infants (0 to 5 months): 90 to 140 heartbeats per minute.
o Soldiers and Athletes: 40 to 60 beats per minute

• What are the 4 locations where a pulse can be readily felt?

o Carotid (Neck)
o Femoral (Groin)
o Radial (Wrist)
o Posterior Tibial (Inside of the Ankle)

• What does IFAK stand for?

o Improved First Aid Kit

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• What does the Musculoskeletal System Consist of?
o Bones
o Joints
o Muscles
o Cartilage
o Ligaments
o Tendons

• What is the acronym for supporting or approaching at-risk or distressed Soldiers?

o ACE

• What is ACE?
o Ask your buddy how he is doing and whether or not he feels suicidal
o Care for your buddy.
o Escort the Soldier to get help and assistance, staying at his side

• What is the key to providing effective first aid?

o Rapid and accurate evaluation of the casualty

• When do you not move a casualty unless it is to save his/her life?

o If you suspect the casualty has a broken neck or back.

• What are the steps to performing Care Under Fire?

o Return fire as directed or required before providing first aid
o Determine if the casualty is alive or dead
o Provide care to the living casualty. Direct the casualty to return fire, move to cover, and
administer self-aid (stop bleeding), if possible.
o Once enemy fire has been suppressed, conduct the following:
 In a battle-buddy team, approach the casualty (use smoke or other concealment
if available) using the most direct route possible.
 Administer lifesaving hemorrhage control.
 Determine the relative threat of enemy fire versus the risk of the casualty
bleeding to death.
 If the casualty has severe, life-threatening bleeding from an extremity or has an
amputation of an extremity, administer lifesaving hemorrhage control by applying
a tourniquet from the casualty’s IFAK before moving the casualty.
 Move the casualty, his weapon, and mission-essential equipment when the
tactical situation permits.
 Recheck bleeding control measures (tourniquet) as soon as behind cover and
not under enemy fire.

• When do you perform Tactical Field Care?

o Once under cover and not under hostile fire

• What are the steps to performing Tactical Field Care?

o Form a general impression of the casualty as you approach (extent of injuries, chance
of survival).
o Ask in a loud, but calm, voice: Are you okay? Gently shake or tap the casualty on the
shoulder.
o Determine the level of consciousness by using the mnemonic AVPU: A = Alert; V =
responds to Voice; P = responds to Pain; U = Unresponsive.

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hurts.
o Check for bleeding as follows:
 Reassess any tourniquets placed during the care under fire phase to ensure they
are still effective.
 Perform a blood sweep of the extremities, neck, axillary, inguinal, and extremity
areas. Exposure is only necessary if bleeding is detected.
 Place your hands behind the casualty’s neck and pass them upward toward the
top of the head. Note whether there is blood or brain tissue on your hands from
the casualty’s wounds.
 Place your hands behind the casualty’s shoulders and pass them downward
behind the back, the thighs, and the legs.
 Once bleeding has been controlled, position the casualty and open the airway.
o Assess for breathing and chest injuries as follows:
 Expose the chest and check for equal rise and fall and for any wounds.
 Look, listen, and feel for respiration.
 If in a non-tactical environment, begin rescue breathing as necessary to restore
breathing and or pulse.
 If the casualty has a penetrating chest wound and is breathing or attempting to
breathe, stop the evaluation to apply an occlusive dressing and position or
transport with the affected side down.
 Check for an exit wound. If found, apply an occlusive dressing.
 Dress all nonlife-threatening injuries and any bleeding that has not been
addressed earlier with appropriate dressings.
 Determine the need to evacuate the casualty and supply information for lines 3 to
5 of the 9-line medical evacuation request to your tactical leader.
o Check the casualty for burns as follows:
 Look carefully for reddened, blistered, or charred skin. Also check for singed
clothes.
 If burns are found, stop the evaluation and begin treatment.
 Administer pain medications and antibiotics (casualty’s combat pill pack) if
available.
 Document the injuries and the treatment given on the casualty’s own DD Form
1380, Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) Card (found in the IFAK), if
applicable.

• When do you initiate the Tactical Evacuation Phase?

o Once the casualty is provided appropriate first aid.

• What are the steps of the Tactical Evacuation Phase?

o Transport the casualty to the evacuation site.
o Monitor the patient for shock and treat as possible
o Continually reassess the casualty until medical personnel arrive or the casualty arrives
at a military treatment facility.

• What are the different methods to open a casualty’s airway?

o Head-Tilt Chin Lift Method
o Jaw-Thrust Method

• Which method of opening the airway is used when a spinal or neck injury is suspected?
o Jaw-Thrust Method

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o Abdominal Thrusts
o Chest Thrusts

• What are the 3 methods of controlling external bleeding?

o Direct Pressure
o Pressure Dressing
o Tourniquet

• What are the different types of burns?

o Thermal Burns
o Electrical Burns
o Chemical Burns
o Laser Burns

• What are signs and symptoms of shock?

o Sweaty but cool skin.
o Pale skin.
o Restlessness or nervousness.
o Thirst.
o Severe bleeding.
o Confusion.
o Rapid breathing.
o Blotchy blue skin.
o Nausea and/or vomiting.

• What are the 2 major kinds of heat illnesses that are referred to as heat casualties?
o Heat Exhaustion
o Heat Stroke

• What are the 3 different types of Cold Weather Injuries?

o Hypothermia
o Frostbite
o Nonfreezing Cold Injuries

• What are the most common Nonfreezing Cold Injuries?

o Chilblain
o Immersion Foot (Trench Foot)
o Snow Blindness

• What are the 2 kinds of Fractures?

o Closed (Simple) fracture – is a broken bone that does not break the overlying skin.
o Open (Compound) fracture – is the result of a broken bone that breaks (pierces) the
overlying skin.

• What are the 2 types of Rescue Breathing?

o Mouth-to-Mouth
o Mouth-to-Nose

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 TC 7-22.7 (The Noncommissioned Officers Guide)
• What is TC 7-22.7?
o The Noncommissioned Officer Guide

• What are the 6 NCO Common Core Competencies?

o Readiness
o Leadership
o Training Management
o Communication
o Operations
o Program Management

• The Role of the Sergeant Major of the Army

o The SMA is the senior enlisted position of the Army, serving as the senior enlisted
adviser and consultant to the Secretary of the Army and the Chief of Staff of the Army.
The SMA is appointed to serve as the voice of the NCO corps to address the issues of
enlisted Soldiers to all officers.

• The Role of the Command Sergeant Major

o The CSM is the senior NCO in the command at battalion and higher levels. The CSM
carries out, and enforces, policies and standards on performance, training, appearance
and conduct of the organization. The CSM is the principal advisor to the commander,
giving advice and making recommendations to the commander and staff in matters
pertaining to the organization. The CSM is responsible for enlisted talent management
and ensures all aspects of the NCO C3 are present in the operational domain.

• The Role of the Sergeant Major

o The SGM is the key enlisted member of staff elements at battalion and higher levels.
The SGM’s experience and abilities are often equal to that of the unit CSM, but their
direct leadership influence is limited in scope to those directly in their charge. The SGM
is key in the training and operations planning process, leveraging their experience and
vast technical and tactical knowledge to advise the staff and the Operations Officer. The
SGM is a subject matter expert in their field, primary advisor on policy development,
analytical reviewer of regulatory guidance and often fulfills the duties of the CSM in the
incumbent’s absence.

• The Role of the First Sergeant

o The 1SG is the senior enlisted advisor to the Commander at the
Company/Troop/Battery level. 1SGs are responsible for maintaining and enforcing
standards, ensuring training objectives are met, developing the Soldiers in the unit, all
administrative functions, and ensuring the health, welfare, and morale of the unit and
their Families. The 1SG serves as a coordinator for training and resources, as well as
the lead integrator with outside organizations and entities. The 1SG is the standard
bearer for their organization and serves as a role model for all Soldiers, NCOs and
Officers.

• The Role of the Master Sergeant

o The MSG serves as a key enlisted member of staff elements at battalion or higher
levels. Although not charged with leadership responsibilities equal to that of a 1SG, the
MSG’s level of experience makes them an invaluable member of the staff for input on
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the organization.

• The Role of the Sergeant First Class

o The SFC may serve in a variety of positions from Platoon Sergeant to NCOIC, or as a
member of the staff at battalion or brigade levels. The Platoon Sergeant is the senior
NCO at the platoon level and primary advisor to the Platoon Leader. They are
responsible for the continued professional development and mentoring of the Platoon
Leader. The Platoon Sergeant is primarily responsible for the health, welfare, training,
and development of the Soldiers in their charge. They are the first level of NCO that has
input into the unit's Mission Essential Task List and train collective tasks at the platoon
level. The SFC who is an NCOIC on staff uses their extensive experience and
knowledge base to provide input to their superiors for purposes of planning or executing
operations. They may also be called upon to train Soldiers on both collective and
individual tasks.

• The Role of the Staff Sergeant

o The SSG leads squads and sections and is a critical link in the NCO support channel.
As a first line supervisor, SSGs live and work with Soldiers every day and are
responsible for their health, welfare, and safety. These leaders ensure that their
Soldiers meet standards in personal appearance and teach them to maintain and
account for their individual and unit equipment and property. The SSG enforces
standards, develops, and trains Soldiers in MOS skills and unit missions. SSGs
secondary role is to support the chain of command through the NCO Support Channel.

• The Role of the Sergeant

o The SGT leads teams as part of a squad, crew or section and is the first line of the NCO
Support Channel. As a first line supervisor, SGTs have the most direct impact on
Soldiers. SGTs live and work with Soldiers every day and are responsible for their
health, welfare, and safety. The counseling, training, and care SGTs provide will
determine the success of the unit’s mission and issues that develop during home station
operations. These leaders ensure their Soldiers meet standards in personal
appearance, teach them to maintain and account for their individual, as well as, unit
equipment.

• The Role of the Corporal

o The CPL was established in 1775 with the birth of the Army and the NCO corps. Along
with the rank of sergeant, the corporal is the only rank that has never disappeared from
the NCO corps. CPLs are the base of the NCO ranks, serving as leader of the smallest
Army units, principally; teams leaders. Like sergeant, corporals are responsible for the
individual training, personal appearance and cleanliness of their Soldiers. As the
command sergeant major is known as the epitome of success in the NCO corps, the
corporal is the beginning of the NCO corps. As the NCO corps is known as the
backbone of the Army, the corporal is the backbone of the NCO corps.

• Army Programs
o American Red Cross (ARC)
 The ARC exists to provide compassionate care to those in need. Our network of
generous donors, volunteers, and employees share a mission of preventing and
relieving suffering, at home and around the world through five key service areas:
disaster relief, supporting America’s military Families, lifesaving blood, health and

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 safety services, and international services. The ARC directly supports Soldiers’
needs such as emergency notifications through Red Cross Messages.

o Army Community Service (ACS)

 ACS is to facilitate a commander's ability to provide comprehensive, coordinated,
and responsive services that support readiness of Soldiers, Civilian employees,
and their Families. Families can seek ACS support through Family Assistance
Centers, Soldier-Family Readiness Groups (SFRG), rear detachment, and
Family Readiness Support Assistants. Soldier and Family readiness is supported
through the Family Advocacy Program, Victim Advocacy Program, SHARP,
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program (SAPR), Exceptional Family
Member Program (EFMP), Transitional Compensation assistance, and New
Parent Support Program. In addition, ACS provides support for relocation
readiness, employment readiness, financial readiness, volunteer programs,
Survivor outreach Services, and the Army One Source initiative.

o Army Continuing Education System (ACES)

 The ACES provides programs and services to promote lifelong learning
opportunities and to sharpen the competitive edge of the Army. The ACES
improves combat readiness and resilience through flexible and relevant
education programs, services, and systems in support of the total Army Family.
All eligible active duty, Reserve, and National Guard Soldiers are entitled to:
Academic and vocational counseling services, Functional academic skills training
(FAST), High school completion, Postsecondary programs, Tuition assistance,
Testing services, Joint services transcript, Leader skill enhancement courses,
Soldier training courses, Language training, Multi-use learning facilities
(MLF)/Army learning centers (ALC), and College of the American Soldiers.

o Army Emergency Relief (AER)

 AER is the Army's own emergency financial assistance organization and is
dedicated to "Helping the Army Take Care of Its Own.” AER provides
commanders a valuable asset in accomplishing their basic command
responsibility for the morale and welfare of Soldiers. As a leader, it is important to
understand the rules and resources available to you and Soldiers. Personnel
eligible for AER are:
• Soldiers on extended active duty and their dependents.
• Reserve Component Soldiers (ARNG and USAR) on continuous AD
orders for more than 30 consecutive days and their dependents. (This
applies to Soldiers on AD for training (ADT) and serving under various
sections of title 10, United States Code (USC).
• Soldiers retired from AD for longevity, retired by reason of physical
disability, or retired at age 60 under Section 1331, Title 10, United States
Code (10 USC 1331) and their dependents.
• Surviving spouses and orphans of eligible Soldiers who died while on AD
or after they were retired as identified above.

o Army Family Action Plan (AFAP)

 AFAP creates an information loop between the global Army Family and
leadership. AFAP is the Army's grassroots process to identify and elevate the
most significant quality of life issues affecting Soldiers of all components,
retirees, Department of Army (DA) Civilians, and Families to senior leaders for

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information to improve standards of living and institute information and support
program.

o Army Family Advocacy Program (FAP)

 The Army FAP is dedicated to the prevention, education, prompt reporting,
investigation, intervention and treatment of spouse and child abuse. The program
provides a variety of services to Soldiers and Families to enhance their
relationship skills and improve their quality of life.

o Army Family Readiness Group (AFRG)

 AFRG provides all the functionality of a traditional FRG in an ad-hoc and on-line
setting to meet the needs of geographically dispersed units and Families across
all components of the Army.

o Army Family Team Building (AFTB)

 AFTB is a Family resiliency and readiness training program that provides
participants with an understanding of Army culture, and the skills and resources
they need to become self-reliant, self-sufficient members of the military
community. Additionally, AFTB offers company command team spouse training
to prepare spouses to assume additional responsibilities as Soldiers progress
through their positions.

o Army Retention Program

 Personnel readiness is a responsibility of command. DA policy is that only those
Soldiers who have maintained a record of acceptable performance will be offered
the privilege of reenlisting within the active Army. Reenlistment is the Army’s
equivalent of the quality management program, but at the organizational level. It
is a leader responsibility to ensure only the best qualified Soldiers are reenlisted.
The Army’s ranks and formations are strengthened by evaluating the whole
Soldier when determining their future service.

o Army Safety Program

 No other program has more impact on Soldier readiness. It is every Soldier and
Army Civilian’s responsibility to stop unsafe acts by being responsible for
accident prevention and applying risk management. This is also accomplished by
compliance with the Army Safety Regulation, safety regulations work practices,
standing operating procedures, and by using all necessary personal protective
equipment (PPE). It is also required to report Army accidents and hazards in the
workplace, and to employ risk management to manage risk. Safety goals will
support overall command objectives by helping keep personnel safe and ready
for duty. Leaders are safety officers who mitigate risk.

o Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP)/Substance Use Disorder Clinical Care

(SUDCC)
 The ASAP exists to strengthen the overall fitness and effectiveness of the Army’s
workforce, to conserve labor, and to enhance the combat readiness of Soldiers.
ASAP is responsible for developing, establishing, administering, and evaluating
non-clinical alcohol and other drug abuse prevention, education, and training
programs; overseeing the military, drug free workplace.
 SUDCC is an outpatient substance abuse treatment service available to all active
duty personnel. The mission of SUDCC is to support military readiness by

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abstinence, enhance quality of life and promote healthy lifestyles.

o Army World Class Athlete Program (WCAP)

 The WCAP allows top-ranked Soldier-athletes to perform at the international
level while also serving their nation in the military. Our members train and
compete throughout the year and aim for the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

o Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS)

 The BOSS is a quality of life program that addresses single Soldier issues and
initiatives. The BOSS program enhances the morale and welfare of single
Soldiers, increase retention, and sustain combat readiness. BOSS is the
collective voice of single Soldiers through the chain of command, which serves
as a tool for commanders to gauge the morale of single Soldiers regarding
quality of life issues.

o Center for the Army Profession and Leadership (CAPL)

 The CAPL serves as the proponent for the Army profession, leadership, and
leader development programs and assists CAC in the integration and
synchronization of cross-branch/CMF/functional areas.

o Child, Youth, and School Services (CYS)

 CYS Services consists of four services; Child Development Services (CDS);
School Age Services (SAS), Youth Services (YS) and CYSS Liaison, Education,
and Outreach Services (CLEOS). CYS recognizes the challenges of our Soldiers
and their Families. By offering quality programs for children, youth, and students.
CYS supports the Army Family by reducing the conflict between mission
readiness and parental responsibility.

o Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness Program (CSF2)/Master Resiliency

Training (MRT)
 CSF2 is designed to build resilience and enhance performance of the Army
Family-Soldiers, Families and Army Civilians. CSF2 provides hands-on training
and self- development tools so that members of the Army Family are better able
to cope with adversity, perform better in stressful situations, thrive in the military
and civilian sector, and to meet a wide range of operational demands. The
program emphasizes social, physical, family, spiritual, and emotional fitness.
 MRT is part of the CSF2 program, and offers strength-based, positive psychology
tools to aid Soldiers, leaders, and Families in their ability to grow and strive in the
face of challenges and bounce back from adversity. Training and information is
targeted to all phases of the Soldier deployment cycle, Soldier life cycle, and
Soldier support system.

o Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS)

 DEERS is a worldwide database of uniform services members (sponsors), their
Family members, and others who are eligible for military benefits. DEERS is
used in the Real-Time Automated Personnel Identification System (RAPIDS).
The RAPIDS is Department of Defense (DoD) system that is used to issue the
definitive credential within DoD for obtaining Common Access Card tokens in the
DoD PKI.

o Equal Opportunity Program (EO)

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  The Army will provide EO and fair treatment for military personnel and Family
members without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, reprisal,
disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a parent, or other
impermissible basis, and provide an environment free of unlawful discrimination
and offensive behavior.

o Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)

 The EFMP is a mandatory enrollment program that works with other military and
Civilian agencies to provide comprehensive and coordinated community support,
housing, educational, medical and personnel services to Families with special
needs.

o Financial Readiness Program (FRP)

 The Army FRP provides a variety of education and counseling services to assist
Soldiers and Families by increasing personal readiness and reducing financial
stressors. Services include lifecycle education, personal financial training,
advanced individual training, online financial readiness training and financial
literacy gaming. The program provides financial guidance and support to Soldiers
and their Families in the areas of general pay and allowances, entitlements,
relocation, and credit reports.
• Having knowledge of what impacts your credit and the ability to obligate
debt without becoming indebted will have a significant impact on
maintaining individual Soldier readiness. Indebtedness has negative
impacts on Soldier morale, personal and family security, and peace of
mind. Personal financial management entails maintaining good credit and
building financial growth.
• Building personal financial growth. The best personal financial manager is
the individual. The first and best rule to personal financial growth is to
develop and adhere to a sound budget philosophy. If a Soldier does not
really understand how to use a budget effectively, they will not be able to
manage financial growth. Managing a budget is about assets and
liabilities. A bank account is an asset; a car loan is a liability.

o The Inspector General’s Office (IG)

 The IG’s Office primary function is to ensure the combat readiness of subordinate
units in their command. They investigate noncriminal allegations and some
specific criminal investigations, but they help correct problems that affect the
productivity, mission accomplishment, and morale of assigned personnel, which
is vital to unit readiness. The IG provides assistance with inspections and
compliance programs as well as teaching and training provided to units and their
leaders. The IG Office is a great resource to seek information and assistance
when handling Soldier issues.

o Military & Family Life Counseling Programs (MFLC)

 MFLC Program’s licensed clinical providers assist service members and their
Families with issues they may face throughout the cycle of deployment - from
leaving their loved ones and possibly living and working in harm's way to
reintegrating with their Family and community.

o Morale, Welfare, Recreation, and Family Programs (MWR)

 MWR and Family Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (FMWR) provides programs
and services supporting Soldiers, Families, and civilians that promote resiliency
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Soldier programs and community recreation, Family and MWR Business
Initiatives, Armed Forces Recreation Centers, and MWR recreation delivery to
theater operations.

o Private Public Partnerships (P3)

 The P3 program develops, integrates, and directs partner relations for the Army
Reserve. P3 partners with not-for-profit (NFP), for-profit (FP), and academic
organizations to support the Chief, Army Reserves top priorities and the Army
Reserve mission of providing trained, equipped and ready Soldiers, leaders, and
units to meet America’s requirements at home and abroad.

o Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention (SHARP), I AM STRONG,

and CATCH
 Sexual harassment and sexual assault violate everything the Army stands for
including our Army values and Warrior Ethos. The Army is aggressively
addressing sexual assaults by first focusing on prevention through education and
training. Army leaders encourage reporting and work hard to reduce the stigma
associated with sexual violence. Once reported, the Army focuses on care for
victims and thorough investigations and prosecutions to hold offenders
accountable. The Army continually assesses the effectiveness of its SHARP
efforts to ensure the Army is meeting the needs of the Soldiers, Department of
the Army Civilians, Family members and the nation. The SHARP programs
mission is to reduce with an aim toward eliminating sexual offenses within the
Army through cultural change, prevention, intervention, investigation,
accountability, advocacy/response, assessment, and training to sustain the all-
volunteer force.
 Intervene, Act and Motivate (I.A.M.) STRONG is the Army's campaign to combat
sexual harassment and sexual assault by engaging all Soldiers in preventing
sexual assault before they occur. Grounded by our shared belief in the Army
values, we are a band of brothers and sisters, placing mission first, never
accepting defeat, never quitting, and never leaving a fallen comrade. Our
interdependence and shared respect among comrades frames who we are as a
team and an Army - a team who finds sexual harassment and sexual assault
reprehensible and beyond toleration. Those who commit these acts hurt other
team members and wound our Army. These criminal acts are cowardly and
damaging to the very moral fiber that gives our Army its innermost strength. They
are a betrayal of the trust inherent in serving in the Profession of Arms. As
Soldiers and proud members of our team, we are duty bound to Intervene, Act
and Motivate others to stop sexual harassment and sexual assault and help
foster an environment free of these behaviors.
 Catch a Serial Offender (CATCH) allows sexual assault victims (who filed a
restricted report) to discover if the suspect in their report may have also
assaulted another person, and having that knowledge, may help with the
decision to convert their Restricted Report to Unrestricted. Participation in the
CATCH program is voluntary. More information about this program can be found
at Catch a Serial Offender website.

o Soldier For Life – Transition Assistance Program (SFL-TAP)

 SFL-TAP is a centrally funded and administered program that provides transition
and job assistance services on major installations. Soldier for Life assist Soldiers
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community efforts to successfully reintegrate Soldiers, veterans and their
Families into Civilian life. The Soldier for Life initiative focuses on a Soldier’s life-
cycle; that once a Soldier, always a Soldier. The four points highlight that a
Soldier starts strong, serves strong, reintegrates strong and remains strong.
When Soldiers are better reintegrated, they stay Army strong, instilled in values,
ethos, and leadership within communities.

o Total Army Sponsorship Program (TASP)

 The TASP assist Soldiers, Civilian employees, and Families during the
reassignment process. It assists Families geographically separated from the
Soldier or Civilian employee sponsor because of duty requirements. It improves
unit or organizational cohesion and readiness by decreasing distractions that
hamper personal performance and mission accomplishment, specifically by
providing support and assistance, teaching teamwork, and encouraging
development of a sense of responsibility. It supports the army’s personnel life-
cycle function of sustainment.

o Total Army Strong Program

 Total Army Strong reaffirms the Army's commitment to the total Army Family,
builds trust and faith between the Army and its most precious resource, the
people, and sets the foundation for a balanced system of programs and services.
These programs and services will meet the unique demands of military life, foster
life skills, strengthen and sustain physical and mental fitness and resilience, and
promote a strong, ready, and resilient Army.

o Veterans Affairs (VA) Home Loan Program

 The VA Home Loan Program helps Veterans finance the purchase of homes with
favorable loan terms and a competitive rate of interest. For VA housing loan
purposes, the term "Veteran" includes certain members of the Army National
Guard, the Army Reserve, regular Army, and certain categories of Spouses.
Benefits for VA Home Loans include:
• Equal opportunity for all qualified veterans to obtain a
• VA loan that is reusable.
• No down payment, (unless required by the lender or the purchase price is
more than the reasonable value of the property).
• No mortgage insurance.
• One time VA funding fee, that can be included in the loan.
• Veterans receiving VA disability compensation are exempt from the VA
funding fee.
• VA limits certain closing costs a Veteran can pay.
• Can be taken over by other qualified persons.
• Minimum property requirements to ensure the property is safe, sanitary,
and sound.
• VA staff dedicated to assisting Veterans who become delinquent on their
loan.

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