Chain of Command Flashcards

1
Q

When was the NCO support channel formally recognized?

A

20 December 1976

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2
Q

What is Sergeant’s Business?

A

To train and lead Soldiers

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3
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What is a Sergeant?

A

A leader

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4
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Explain the Chain of Command

A

The succession of commanders superior to subordinates through which command is exercised

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5
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Define Responsibility

A

Being accountable for what you do

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6
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How does the Chain of Command support the NCO support channel?

A

By legally punishing those who challenge a sergeant’s authority

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7
Q

Define Duty.

A

Duty is a legal or moral obligation to do what should be done without being told to do it

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8
Q

What is the role of the CSM?

A

Senior Enlisted Adviser to the Battalion commander

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9
Q

How does a Commander exercise command?

A

Through subordinate commanders

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10
Q

When was the position of Sergeant Major of the Army established?

A

4 July 1966

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11
Q

Is the CSM in the Chain of Command?

A

No (but he supervises the NCO support channel)

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12
Q

What are key elements of command?

A

Authority and Responsibility

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13
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What is the NCO Support Channel?

A

It is the channel of communication that reinforces the Chain of Command

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14
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What must a Sergeant have in order to accomplish Sergeant’s Business?

A

The Skill, ability and Leadership to train soldiers for combat and lead them into combat

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15
Q

Who is the only member of both your chain of command the your NCO support channel?

A

Your first line supervisor, section, squad or team leader

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