Ch.1 Flashcards
LACE report?
Liquids
Ammo
Casualties
Equipment
What is the definition of a patrol?
A detachment sent out by a larger unit to perform a specific mission. The action of moving about in an area for the purpose of security or observation.
Name 3 types of patrols
SAR
Interdiction
Recon
Define KOCOA
Key terrain features Obstacles Cover/concealment Observations (fields of fire) Avenues of approach/escape
What is a rally point?
A place where a patrol can reassemble and reorganize if they get separated during movement.
What does GOTWA stand for?
G- where are you going? O- others going with you T- time you will return W- what to do if you don't return A- actions to be taken if contact is made
All around security is based on which of the following?
The buddy system/360
What does ORP stand for?
Objective Rally Point
What is the job of the point man in a patrol?
To provide frontal security, danger/threat recognition, and route finding during team movement.
Types if movement formations:
Column
Staggered column
Wedge
What is the best formation when moving on a road?
Staggered column
What movement is best when performing a tactical track?
Arrow (might change to Y)
An action at the halt (short term) is?
Listening
List the duties within a patrol.
Team leader Assistant team leader Point man Slack man Compass man Rear security
6 principals of patrolling
Planning Recon Security Control Common sense Stealth
