Guard Duty (FM 22-6) Flashcards
What are the three general orders?
- I will guard everything within the limit of my post and quit my post only when properly relieved.
- I will obey my special orders and perform all.my duties in a military manner.
- I will report violations of my special orders, emergencies, and anything not covered in my instructions to the commander of relief.
What two types of orders can a guard receive?
- General orders
2. Special orders
What are you normally responsible for at your guard post?
Your post and all government property in view
What is deadly force?
The power to cause death or severe bodily harm
What specifies the time for challenging?
The special orders
Who is responsible for the instruction, discipline and performance of the guards?
The commander of the guards
What are the two words that the counter sign consist of?
Challenge and password
What field manual covers guard duty?
FM 22-6
What are two different types of guard mountings?
- Formal
2. Informal
What type of guard is normally used to protect a unit in a tactical environment?
Exterior guard
If you sleep on duty, what could your punishment be?
Court martial
What are two types of guard duty?
- Interior guard
2. Exterior guard
Foes a guard salute indoors?
Yes
When are guards not required to salute?
No salute is given by a guard who is engaged in a specific duty, the performance of which prevents saluting
What are 3 examples of exterior guards?
- Lookouts
- Listening posts
- Outposts