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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!
PROFICIENCY RATINGS
The proficiency ratings are as follows:
T is fully trained (complete task proficiency).
T- is trained (advanced task proficiency).
P is practiced (basic task proficiency).
P- is marginally practiced (limited task proficiency).
U is untrained (cannot perform the task).
PROFICIENCY RATINGS
T (Fully Trained)
A T proficiency rating means a unit is fully trained. It has attained task proficiency to the Army standard, achieved a GO in 90% or more of both performance measures and leader performance measures, and has met 100% of all critical performance measures. The task is externally evaluated and meets the remaining requirements as outlined in the training and evaluation outline (T&EO) in accordance with the objective task evaluation criteria matrix. (See appendix B for a detailed explanation of the objective task evaluation criteria matrix.)
PROFICIENCY RATINGS
T- (Trained)
A T- proficiency rating means a unit is trained. It has attained advanced task proficiency free of significant shortcomings, achieved a GO in 80% or more of both performance measures and leader performance measures, and has met 100% of all critical performance measures. The unit’s shortcomings require minimal training to meet the Army standard. The task is externally evaluated and meets the remaining requirements as outlined in the T&EO in accordance with the objective task evaluation criteria matrix.
PROFICIENCY RATINGS
P (Practiced)
A P proficiency rating means a unit is practiced. It has attained basic task proficiency with shortcomings, achieved a GO in 65% or more of all performance measures, achieved 80% or more of all leader performance measures, and has met 100% of all critical performance measures. The unit’s shortcomings require significant training to meet the Army standard. The task is not externally evaluated and meets the remaining requirements as outlined in the T&EO in accordance with the objective task evaluation criteria matrix.
PROFICIENCY RATINGS
P- (Marginally Practiced)
A P- proficiency rating means a unit is marginally practiced. It has attained limited task proficiency with major shortcomings, achieved a GO in 51% or more of all performance measures, achieved less than 80% of all leader performance measures, and has met less than 100% of all critical performance measures. The unit’s shortcomings require complete retraining of the task to achieve the Army standard. The task is not externally evaluated and does not meet the remaining requirements as outlined in the T&EO in accordance with the objective task evaluation criteria matrix.
PROFICIENCY RATINGS
U (Untrained)
A U proficiency rating means a unit is untrained. The unit cannot perform the task. It achieved a GO in less than 51% of all performance measures, less than 80% in all leader performance measures, and less than 100% in all critical performance measures. The unit requires complete training on the task to achieve the Army standard.
What is Leadership?
Leadership is the process of influencing people by providing purpose, direction, and motivation to accomplish the mission and improve the organization.
What is “Command”?
the authority that a commander in the armed forces lawfully exercises over subordinates by virtue of rank or assignment. Command includes the authority and responsibility for effectively using available resources and for planning the employment of, organizing, directing, coordinating, and controlling military forces for the accomplishment of assigned missions
What is AR 600-20?
Army Command Policy, Army Regulation specifically charges commanders to perform functions such as establishing a positive climate,caring for the well-being of Soldiers, properly training their Soldiers and developing subordinates’ competence?
What are the three Levels of Leadership?
Direct
Organizational
Strategic
What is the Direct Level Leadership?
the ability to apply competencies at a proficient level
What is the Organizational Level Leadership?
applying competencies to increasingly complex situations
What is the Strategic Level Leadership?
Shape the military through change over extended time
What are the four Special Conditions of Leadership?
Formal; Informal; Collective; Situational
What are the three Leader Attributes?
Character
Presence
Intellect
What are the three Leader Competencies?
Leads
Develops
Achieves
What is Character?
the essence of who a person is, what a person believes, how a person acts
What does a Leader taking care of people involve?
creating and sustaining a positive climate through open communications, trust, cohesion, and teamwork
What is collective leadership?
Collective leadership refers to the combined effects and interactions when leaders at different levels synchronize their leadership actions to achieve a common purpose.
What are the three Leadership attributes?
Character
Presence
Intellect
What are the three Leadership competencies?
Leads, Develops and Achieves
What is empathy?
Empathy is identifying and understanding what others think, feel and believe.
What does Character refer to?
the internal identity of the leader
What does Presence refer to?
how others see the leader, the leader’s outward appearance, demeanor, actions and words
What does Intellect refer to?
the abilities and knowledge the leader possesses to think and interact with others; the mental and social faculties the leader applies in the act of leading
What is Building Trust?
an important competency to establish conditions of effective influence and for creating a positive environment
Why must Leaders Communicate Effectively?
Leaders communicate to convey clear understanding of what needs to be done and why
How do Leaders Create a positive environment?
A Leader inspires an organization’s climate and culture
Why does a Leader Steward the Profession?
to maintain professional standards and effective capabilities for the future
How do Leaders Develop?
when the individual desires to improve and invests effort, when his or her superior supports development, and when the organizational climate values learning
Why is “Military Leadership” unique?
because the armed forces grow their own leaders from the lowest to highest levels
What are the four requirements and expectations of character?
Army Values
Empathy
Warrior Ethos
Discipline
What are the four requirements and expectations of presence?
Military and professional bearing
Fitness
Confidence
Resilience
What are the five requirements and expectations of intellect?
Mental agility Sound judgment Innovation Interpersonal tact Expertise
What are the five requirements and expectations of the lead competency?
Leads others
Extends influence beyond the chain of command
Builds trust
Leads by example; Communicates
What are the four requirements and expectations of the develop competency?
Creates a positive environment/fosters espirit de corps
Prepares self
Develops others
Stewards the profession
What ADP Covers Training Units and Developing Leaders?
ADP 7-0
What is the Army’s life-blood?
Unit Training and Leader Development
What are the three training domains the Army uses?
- Institutional
- Operational
- Self-Development
Why does the Army Train?
The Army Trains to provide Ready Forces to Combatant Commanders Worldwide
Why do Units Train?
Units Train in Garrison and while Deployed to prepare for their Mission and Adapt their Capabilities to any changes in an Operational Environment
What is the Institutional Training Domain?
The Army’s Institutional Training and Education System which includes Training Base Centers and Schools that provide Initial Training and subsequent Professional Military Education for Soldiers, Military Leaders and Army Civilians.
What is the Operational Training Domain?
Training that Organizations conduct at Home Stations, Maneuver Combat Training Centers, during Joint Exercises, at Mobilization Centers and while Operationally Deployed
What is the Self-Development Training domain?
Goal Oriented Learning that reinforces and expands the Knowledge Base, Self-Awareness, and Situational Awareness and it Compliments Institutional and Operational Learning and Enhances Professional Competence and Professionalism
What does Training in Units Focuses on?
Improving Unit, Soldier, and Leader Proficiencies
What does the Acronym TADSS stand for?
Training Aids, Devices, Simulators, and Simulations
What does the Acronym ITE Stand for?
Integrated Training Environment
What must Collective Training be?
Training Must be Relevant, Rigorous, Realistic, Challenging, and Properly Resourced
What are the 11 Principles of Unit Training?
- Commanders and other Leaders are responsible for Training
- Noncommissioned Officers Train Individuals, Crews, and Small teams
- Train to Standard
- Train as you Will Fight
- Train while Operating
- Train Fundamentals First
- Train to Develop Adaptability
- Understand the Operational Environment
- Train to Sustain
- Train to Maintain
- Conduct Multi-Echelon and Concurrent Training
What does Train as You Will Fight mean?
Means Training Under an Expected Operational Environment for the Mission
Why must Units Conduct Maintenance?
to Ensure Equipment is Serviceable and Available for the Conduct of Training and for Mission Accomplishment
What are the Army’s Seven Principles of Leader Development?
- Lead by Example
- Develop Subordinate Leaders
- Create a Learning Environment for Subordinate Leaders
- Train Leaders in the Art and Science of Mission Command
- Train to Develop Adaptive Leaders
- Train Leaders to Think Critically and Creatively
- Train your Leaders to Know their Subordinates and their Families
Which Training Principle prepares Units and Individuals to be Resilient?
Train to Sustain
What is one of the Most Important functions of a Leader?
Developing Subordinate Leaders by Training Subordinates to be Successful Tactically and Technically and to be prepared to Assume Positions of Greater Responsibility
What Unit Level uses Military Decision Making Process (MDMP) to Develop Unit Training Plans?
Battalion Level and Higher
What does Company Level use to Develop Unit Training Plans?
Troop Leading Procedures (TLP’s)
What is the Purpose of Unit Training?
The Purpose of Unit Training is to Build and Maintain Ready Units to Conduct Unified Land Operations for Combatant Commanders.
What is the definition of a METL?
METL is the Doctrinal Framework of Fundamental Tasks for which the Unit was Designed
What does METL stand for?
Mission Essential Task List
What Unit Level has a Standardized Unit METL?
Brigade and Above
What Unit Levels Develop their Own Unit METL’s?
Battalions and Companies Develop their Own METL’s to Support their Higher Headquarters
When was the American Continental Army Established?
14 June 1775
How many Campaign and Battle Streamers does the Army Flag have?
Over 180
What is the Land Domain?
it is the most complex of all Combat Domains and also where most countries are capable of having a defense as some are unable to afford Navies, Air Forces and other forms of defense.
What is Unified Land Operations?
It is the synchronization of our efforts between Joint Services, other government agencies, other partner Nations and other Military Forces from other partner nations
What is the main goal of Unified Land Operations?
To combine Offensive tasks, Defensive tasks, Stability tasks, and Defense Support of Civil authorities (DSCA) in coordination with Joint Services, other Government Agencies, other partner nations, and other Military Forces from partner nations.
The Army’s Vision captures the Three Strategic Roles of the Army what are they?
Prevent
Shape
and Win
What is meant by the Army’s role to Shape?
The Army’s role to Shape is to assist other nations to shape their own training and their military strength to be able to defend themselves
What is meant by the Army’s role to Win?
We must be able to Attack and Defend successfully against Enemy ground forces.
What U.S. Code governs the Army?
Title 10 United States Code (USC)
What Department of Defense Directive governs the Army?
DODD 5100.01
What gives the President the Authority as the Commander and Chief?
The Constitution
Who determines the size and organization of the Army?
Congress
Where does Congress get the Authority to determine the size and organization of the Army?
The Constitution
Where does the Army get it’s Mission from?
Title 10 United States Code and Department of Defense Directive 5100.01
What is the Army’s Mission?
To Fight and win the Nation’s Wars through prompt and sustained Land Combat, as part of the Joint Force
How does the Army Accomplish it’s Mission?
Organizing, Equipping, and Training Army forces for prompt and sustained Combat incident to operations on land; Integrating our capabilities with those of the other Armed Services; Accomplishing all missions assigned by the President, Secretary of Defense, and Combatant Commanders; Remaining ready while preparing for the future
What are the 5 Essential Characteristics of our Profession?
- Trust
- Honorable Service
- Military Expertise
- Stewardship of the Profession
- Esprit De Corps
What 5 things does the Army’s ability to fulfill its strategic role and discharge its responsibilities to the Nation depends on?
- Trust between Soldiers.
- Trust between Soldiers and Leaders.
- Trust between Soldiers and Army Civilians.
- Trust among Soldiers, their Families, and the Army.
- Trust between the Army and the American people.
What is the Army Ethic?
The heart of the Army and the inspiration for our shared professional identity.
What is the Motto of the Army’s Seal?
“This We’ll Defend”
What does Ethics provide to the Army Profession?
It provides the moral basis for why our Army exists
Where does our Army get its Ethics heritage?
in the philosophical heritage, theological and cultural traditions, and the historical legacy that frame our Nation
What are the 4 Legal foundations of the Army Profession?
- The U.S. Constitution
- Titles 5, 10, 32, USC • Treaties
- Status-of-forces agreements
- Law of war
What are the 5 Legal foundations of the Individual as Professional?
- Oaths for: Enlistment, Commission, and for Office
- USC—Standards of Exemplary Conduct
- UCMJ
- Rules of engagement and
- Soldier’s Rules
Who and when was the Army created?
The Continental Congress on 14 June 1776
What was the mission the Continental Congress gave the Army?
To defend what would become the United States of America
Who lead the first American Army?
General George Washington
After the loss of Philadelphia in 1777, where did the Army winter quarter?
At Valley Forge
How do Units and organizations preserve their storied histories?
By proudly displaying distinctive emblems like (regimental colors, crests, insignia, patches, and mottos).
Where Must Trust Always be Maintained?
between Soldiers; between Soldiers and their Leaders; among Soldiers, their Families, and the Army; and between the Army and the Nation
Why is “Trust between Soldiers” so Important?
In Battle, Soldiers primarily fight for one another, not just for their Country or some ideal. They Entrust their lives to the Soldiers on their left and right, and focus on doing their Duty in a way that maintains the Trust of their Comrades. Without this level of trust, there is No Cohesion, no ability to stand fast in the most horrific environments. The level of resilience and cohesion within an Army Unit correlates directly to trust between Soldiers in that Unit
What is the Catalyst to developing Trust between Soldiers?
The Army Values
Does “Trust between Soldiers” accomplish missions or generate High levels of Unit effectiveness?
No, “Trust between Soldiers and their Leaders” allows this
What does Trust at all levels of Leadership depend on?
Candor
What are the 7 Army Values?
: 1. Loyalty
- Duty
- Respect
- Selfless Service
- Honor
- Integrity
- Personal Courage
What are the Fields of Professional Knowledge?
Military-Technical Field; Moral-Ethical Field; Political-Cultural Field; Leader Development Field
What does Professional Character do?
Ensures Army Professionals use their Expertise on behalf of the American People and Only in Accordance with the Law
What are the five compelling reasons Small-Unit Leaders must maintain Ethical and Moral Boundaries?
- Humane treatment of Detainees Encourages Enemy Surrender and thereby reduces friendly losses; nothing Emboldens Enemy Resistance like the belief that U.S. forces will Kill or Torture Prisoners
- Humane treatment of Noncombatants reduces their Antagonism toward U.S. Forces and may lead to Valuable Intelligence
- Leaders make Decisions in Action fraught with Consequences. If leaders lack an Ethical foundation, those Consequences can adversely affect Mission Accomplishment
- Leaders who accept Misconduct, or far worse, Encourage it, Erode Discipline within the unit which destroys unit cohesion and esprit de corps
- Soldiers must live with the Consequences of their Conduct
What was General Creighton Abrams’
“While we are Guarding the Country, we must accept being the Guardian of the Finest Ethics; the country needs it and we must do it.”
What does ADP 1 Chapter 2-20 mean by mean by Esprit de Corps?
respect for our History and Tradition and Committed to the Highest Standards of Individual and Collective Excellence
How does the Army Emphasize Esprit de Corps and Tradition and History?
through the practice of Customs, Traditions, and Ceremonies
What is Discipline?
the Behavior Tempered by High Standards of Conduct and Performance and Reflects the Self-Control necessary in the Face of Temptation, Obstacles, and Adversity, and the control to do the Harder Right instead of the Easier Wrong76. Q. What is Pride?A: recognition that Obstacles, Adversity, and Fear can be Mastered through Discipline and Teamwork
How do Discipline and Pride go together?
with Judgment, Expertise, and Experience to Create Military and Civilian Professionals
What does a Soldier with high Esprit de Corps have?
Pride, a Sense of Accomplishment in doing a good job or seeing a Subordinate Develop, and shared values
How does a Small-Unit or Team’s show Esprit de Corps?
through Mission Focus, Technical and Tactical Proficiency, Teamwork, and ultimately Cohesion on the Battlefield
What are the Army’s 10 Decisive Landpower Missions?
- Counter Terrorism and Irregular Warfare
- Deter and Defeat Aggression
- Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction
- Operate Effectively in Cyberspace
- Operate Effectively in Space
- Maintain a Safe, Secure, and Effective Nuclear Deterrent
- Defend the Homeland and Provide Support to Civil Authorities8. Provide a Stabilizing Presence9. Conduct Stability and Counterinsurgency Operations10. Conduct Humanitarian, Disaster Relief, and other Operations
What are Stability Operations?
the Tactical Tasks that the Army conducts to Improve Conditions for Noncombatants within Areas of Operations outside the United States
What are the Basic Tasks of Stability Operations?
Providing Security, Exercising Control, and Providing Life-Sustaining Support such as Food and Water
What is Operational Adaptability?
the Broad Measure of the Army’s utility based on the Recognition that while we can forecast, we Cannot Predict the Next Conflict, Disaster, or Humanitarian Crisis
What is meant by the Army having “Depth”?
Depth in the Army means the Army has Combat-Ready Regular Army Forces combined with an Ability to Mobilize, Deploy, and Employ our Reserve Components
What is meant by the Army having “Versatility”?
Versatility means the Army has a diverse mix of Capabilities, Formations, and Equipment allows the Army to Tailor Forces to the needs of the Combatant Commanders
What does the All-Volunteer Force Provide?
- Depth
- Versatility
- Unmatched Experience to the Joint Force
What is Leadership?
The Process of Influencing People by Providing Purpose, Direction, and Motivation to Accomplish the Mission and Improve the Organization
What are the things that Leaders must Do?
- Learn
- Think
- Adapt as well as Communicate Fully, Honestly, and Candidly up, down, and laterally
What does the Army Flag Honor?
All who Served and are Serving, Reminding each American that our place today as the world’s Preeminent Landpower was not achieved quickly or easily but Built on the Sacrifices from the Revolution through today
When was “The American Continental Army” Established?
14 June 1775
How many streamers has the Army received during the War on Terrorism?
8
What are the streamers the Army has received for the War on Terrorism?
Consolidation I, Global War on Terrorism, Iraqi Governance, Iraqi Surge, Liberation of Afghanistan, Liberation of Iraq, National Resolution, Transition of Iraq
What does AR 670-1 Cover?
Wear and Appearance of Army Uniforms and Insignia
What does a Soldier’s appearance measure?
part of his or her Professionalism
What is a matter of personal pride for all Soldiers?
Proper wear of the Army uniform
Why must Commanders conduct periodic inspections of Uniform Items?
- To ensure Soldiers possess the minimum quantities of uniforms and that uniforms fit properly and are serviceable
- To ensure Soldiers wear only authorized insignia and awards
- To ensure Soldiers wear only uniform and heraldic items produced by certified manufacturers, and they meet the specifications for quality and design
What does Pride in appearance include?
includes Soldiers’ physical fitness and adherence to acceptable weight standards in accordance with AR 600–9
What Chapter of AR 670-1 sets the Standards for Appearance and Grooming Standards?
Chapter 3
What are some examples of unauthorized male haircuts?
- Mohawk
- Horseshoe
- Tear Drop
Are Males required to Shave when Off Duty or on Leave?
No; They only need to be Clean-Shaven When in Uniform, or in Civilian clothes On Duty
What is Short Length hair?
length that extends no more than 1 inch from the scalp, (excluding bangs)
What is the shortest that a Female’s hairstyle is authorized?
No Shorter than ¼ inch from scalp
How must bangs be maintained?
Bangs must 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
What type of Hair Holding devices are Authorized for wear?
small plain scrunchies (elastic hair bands covered with material), barrettes, combs, pins, clips, rubber bands, and hair/head bands
What are Some examples of prohibited Hair Holding Devices?
large, lacy scrunchies; beads, bows, or claw or alligator clips; clips, pins, or barrettes with butterflies, flowers, sparkles, gems, or scalloped edges; and bows made from hairpieces
During PT is Long length hair authorized to be in a pony tail?
A single pony tail centered on the back of the head is authorized in physical fitness uniforms, except when considered a safety hazard. It is not required to be worn above the collar
What are the types of tattoos or brands that are prejudicial to good order and discipline and therefore prohibited anywhere on a Soldier’s body?
- Extremist
- Indecent
- Sexist
- Racist
What are Extremist Tattoos?
Extremist tattoos or brands are those affiliated with, depicting, or symbolizing extremist philosophies, organizations, or activities
How many Tattoos are Soldiers authorized below the elbow or knee?
No more than 4
What are considered Class C uniforms?
combat, utility, hospital duty, food service, physical fitness, field, or organizational
What color must the Carrying case of an Electronic Device be?
Black Only; no other colors are authorized
In what Situation is Wearing Army uniforms prohibited?
(1) In connection with the furtherance of any political or commercial interests, or when engaged in off-duty civilian employment.
(2) 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.
(3) When attending any meeting or event that is a function of, or is sponsored by, an extremist organization.
(4) When wearing the uniform would bring discredit upon the Army, as determined by the Commander.
(5) When specifically prohibited by Army regulations.
In what Situations are Soldiers Not Required to Wear Headgear with the Uniform?
(1) 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).
(2) 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.
(3) 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.
What Chapter of AR 670-1 Covers the wear of the Combat Uniform?
Chapter 4
What are the different types of Badges for wear on the uniform?
- Marksmanship
- Combat and Special Skill badges
- Identification badges
- Foreign badges
What does AR 600-20 cover?
Army Command Policy
What Chapter covers the EO Program in AR 600-20?
Chapter 6
What is the purpose of the EO Program?
EO Program formulates, directs, and sustains a comprehensive effort to maximize human potential and to ensure fair treatment for all persons based solely on merit, fitness, and capability in support of readiness
What are the goals of the EO program?
- Provide EO for military personnel and Family members, both on and off post and within the limits of the laws of localities, states, and host nations
- Create and sustain effective units by eliminating discriminatory behaviors or practices that undermine teamwork, mutual respect, loyalty, and shared sacrifice of the men and women of America’s Army
What is Discrimination?
Any action that unlawfully or unjustly results in unequal treatment of persons or groups based on race, color, gender, national origin, or religion
What is Equal Opportunity?
The right of all persons to participate in, and benefit from, programs and activities for which they are qualified
What is Prejudice?
A negative feeling or dislike based upon a faulty or inflexible generalization (that is, prejudging a person or group without knowledge or facts) example is thinking that someone with a southern accent is unintelligent or uneducated because they speak slower
What is Racism?
Any attitude or action of a person or institutional structure that subordinates a person or group because of skin color or race
What is an EO Complaint?
complaints that allege unlawful discrimination or unfair treatment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, and national origin
What are the two types of EO Complaints?
Formal and Informal
What is an Informal Complaint?
any complaint that a Soldier or Family member does not wish to file in writing
How can Informal Complaints be resolved?
directly by the individual, with the help of another unit member, the commander or other person in the complainant’s chain of command
What are some other Channels that a person can use to file a complaint if the complaint is against the Chain of Command?
- Someone in a higher echelon of the complainant’s chain of command
- Inspector General
- Chaplain
- Provost marshal
- Medical agency personnel
- Staff judge advocate
- Chief, Community Housing Referral and Relocation Services Office
Are Informal Complaints required to be Confidential?
No except for a Chaplain or Lawyer
What is a Formal Complaint?
a complainant files in writing and swears to the accuracy of the information and Formal complaints require specific actions, are subject to timelines, and require documentation of the actions taken
What is the definition of Loyalty:
Bear true faith and allegiance to the U.S. Constitution, the Army, your unit and other Soldiers. Bearing true
faith and allegiance is a matter of believing in and devoting yourself to something or someone. A loyal
Soldier is one who supports the leadership and stands up for fellow Soldiers. By wearing the uniform of the
U.S. Army you are expressing your loyalty. And by doing your share, you show your loyalty to your unit.
What is the definition of Duty
Fulfill your obligations. Doing your duty means more than carrying out your assigned tasks. Duty means being able to accomplish tasks as part of a team. The work of the U.S. Army is a complex combination of missions, tasks and responsibilities—all in constant motion. Our work entails building one assignment onto another. You fulfill your obligations as a part of your unit every time you resist the temptation to take “shortcuts” that might undermine the integrity of the final product.
What is the definition of Respect
Treat people as they should be treated. In the Soldier’s Code, we pledge to “treat others with dignity and respect while expecting others to do the same.” Respect is what allows us to appreciate the best in other people. Respect is trusting that all people have done their jobs and fulfilled their duty. And self-respect is a vital ingredient with the Army value of respect, which results from knowing you have put forth your best effort. The Army is one team and each of us has something to contribute.
What is the definition of Selfless Service
Put the welfare of the Nation, the Army and your subordinates before your own. Selfless service is larger than just one person. In serving your country, you are doing your duty loyally without thought of recognition or gain. The basic building block of selfless service is the commitment of each team member to go a little further, endure a little longer, and look a little closer to see how he or she can add to the effort.
What is the definition of Honor
Live up to Army values. The Nation’s highest military award is The Medal of Honor. This award goes to Soldiers who make honor a matter of daily living—Soldiers who develop the habit of being honorable, and solidify that habit with every value choice they make. Honor is a matter of carrying out, acting, and living the values of respect, duty, loyalty, selfless service, integrity and personal courage in everything you do.
What is the definition of Integrity
Do what’s right, legally and morally. Integrity is a quality you develop by adhering to moral principles. It requires that you do and say nothing that deceives others. As your integrity grows, so does the trust others place in you. The more choices you make based on integrity, the more this highly prized value will affect your relationships with family and friends, and, finally, the fundamental acceptance of yourself.
What is the definition of Personal Courage
Face fear, danger or adversity (physical or moral). Personal courage has long been associated with our Army. With physical courage, it is a matter of enduring physical duress and at times risking personal safety. Facing moral fear or adversity may be a long, slow process of continuing forward on the right path, especially if taking those actions is not popular with others. You can build your personal courage by daily standing up for and acting upon the things that you know are honorable.
What does 350-30 Cover?
Code of Conduct, Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) Training
What does SERE stand for?
Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape
What document is international law that describes treatment of Prisoners of War?
Geneva Convention of 1949
What should Soldiers that are captured do?
If captured, individual soldiers must live, act, and speak in a manner that leaves no doubt that they adhere to:
(1) Traditions of the U.S. Army.
(2) Their mission of resisting enemy attempts at interrogation, indoctrination, and other exploitation.
What are Soldiers required to maintain while in PW camp?
(1) Rank and leadership.
(2) Military bearing.
(3) Order and discipline.
(4) Teamwork and devotion to fellow soldiers.
(5) The duty to defeat enemies of our country at all times
What are the Six Articles of the Code of Conduct?
- I am an American fighting man, I serve in the forces which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense.
- I will never surrender of my own free will. If in command I will never surrender my men while they still have the means to resist.
- If I am captured I will continue to resist by all means available. I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy.
- If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith with my fellow prisoners. I will give no information nor take part in any action which might be harmful to my
comrades. If I am senior I will take command. If not, I will obey the lawful orders of those appointed over me and will back them up in every way. - When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am required to give name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability.I will make no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies or harmful to their cause.
- I will never forget that I am an American fighting man, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.
What does AR 600-25 Cover?
Military Customs and Courtesies but the Official Title is “Salutes, Honors and Visits of Courtesy”
What are the Six situations when Salutes not required to be rendered or returned when the senior or subordinate?
(1) In civilian attire.
(2) Engaged in routine work if the salute would interfere.
(3) Carrying articles with both hands so occupied as to make saluting impracticable.
(4) Working as a member of a detail, or engaged in sports or social functions where saluting would present a safety hazard.
(5) In public places such as theaters, churches, and in public conveyances.
(6) In the ranks of a formation.
What does ADP 4-0 cover?
Sustainment.
What three major elements of sustainment?
Logistics, personnel services and health services.
What is the Sustainment Warfighting Function?
Sustainment Warfighting Function is related tasks and systems that provide support and services to ensure freedom of action, extend operational reach, and prolong endurance
What is Logistics?
Logistics is planning and executing of the movement and support of forces.
What are the principals of sustainability
Integration, anticipation, responsiveness, simplicity, economy, survivability, continuity and improvision.
What is Integration?
Integration is combining all of the elements of sustainment (tasks, functions, systems, processes, organizations) to operations assuring unity of command and effort
What are the five principles that are unique to personnel services?
Synchronization, Timeliness, Stewardship, Accuracy and Consistency
What is Unified Action?
the synchronization, coordination and integration of activities
What are Operational Forces?
Operating forces are those forces whose primary missions are to participate in combat and the integral supporting elements thereof
What is Honorable Service?
Our Noble Calling to Serve the Nation
What are the Three ways we conduct Honorable Service?
- Serve the nation
- Uphold the Army Ethic
- By living the Army Values in the performance of duty and all aspects of life
What are the Stewardship Responsibilities of our Leaders and Soldiers?
- Ensure we take the right actions and make the right decisions
- Care for Army Professionals and Families
- Motivate and inspire
What are the Four foundations for the Framework for Army Ethic?
- Legal Institutional
- Legal Individual.
- Moral Institutional.
- Moral Individual.
What are some of the Legal Institutional references?
- The Constitution
- Title 5, 10, 26 of U.S. Code
- Treaties of which the U.S is party to
- Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA)
- Law of Armed Conflict
What is Competence?
Demonstrated ability to perform duties successfully and to accomplish the mission with discipline and to standard
What is Character?
Dedication to adherence to the Army Values and the Profession’s Ethic as consistently and faithfully demonstrated in decision and actions
What is Commitment?
Resolve to contribute Honorable Service to the Nation, to perform duties with discipline and to standard and to strive to successfully and ethically accomplish the mission despite adversity, obstacles, and challenges
What are the Five Essential Characteristics must be present in our culture, organizations, and all internal and external relationships in order for the Army to continue to be an effective, ethical, and trusted military profession?
- Trust
- Military Expertise
- Honorable Service
- Esprit de Corps
- Stewardship of the Profession
What is Trust?
Is the bedrock upon which we develop our relationship with the American people and is a vital element in each of the other characteristics. Without trust, the Army Profession cannot succeed
What is Military Expertise as a Profession?
The design, generation, support, and ethical application of landpower
. What is Military-technical?
How the Army applies landpower to accomplish the mission
What is Moral-ethical?
How the Army accomplishes the mission the right way
What is Political-cultural?
How the Army understands and operates in a multi-cultural, complex world
What is Human/Leader Development?
How the Army recruits, develops, and inspires Army professionals
What is Esprit de Corps?
The winning Spirit within the Army Profession, embedded in the culture, sustained by traditions and customs, fostering cohesive and confident units with the courage to persevere
What is Stewardship of the Army Profession about?
Our special responsibilities to the Army Profession and to the American people
As Stewards and Army Professionals what are we responsible for?
- responsible and duty-bound to not only complete today’s mission, but also those of the future
- We must ensure our profession is always capable of fulfilling whatever missions our Nation gives us
- We have the responsibility to ensure, through stewardship, the present and future effectiveness of the profession
What is an Army Professional?
A member of the Army Profession who meets the Army’s professional certification criteria (competence, character, and commitment).
What is Competence?
An Army professional’s demonstrated ability to successfully perform their duties and to accomplish the Mission with discipline and to standard
What is Character?
An Army professional’s dedication and adherence to the Army Values, and the Profession’s Ethic as consistently and faithfully demonstrated in decisions and actions
What is Commitment?
The resolve of Army professionals to contribute Honorable Service to the Nation, to perform their duties with discipline and to standards, and to strive to successfully
and ethically accomplish the mission despite adversity, obstacles, and challenge
What does AR 623-3 cover?
Evaluation standards for all ranks, Officer, Warrant Officers, and Enlisted
What is DA form 2166-8
NCO Evaluation Report
What do rating schemes show?
the rated Soldier’s name, indicate the effective date for each designated rating official
When must the NCOER reach HRC
no later than 90 days after the “THRU” date of the evaluation report
What are the two categories of Evaluation Reports?
- Performance evaluations
2. School evaluations
What do performance evaluations focus on?
Soldier’s duty performance, potential assessments and promotion potential
What does a school evaluation focus on?
the Soldier’s performance and accomplishments while attending a school or course
When will initial counseling be completed by?
Initial counseling will be conducted within 30 days after the beginning of the rating period, and quarterly thereafter, for NCOs
What section of the 2166-8 will information on SHARP be annotated?
part IV, block a.
What are the two types of evaluation reports?
mandatory and optional
What are some examples of prohibited comments for a NCOER?
differences relating to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, or national origin is prohibited
What are the different types of NCOER’s?
- Change of Rater
- Annual
- Extended Annual
- Change of Duty
- Depart Temporary Duty, Special Duty, or Temporary Change of Station
- Temporary Duty, Special Duty, or Temporary Change of Station
- Relief for Cause
- Complete the Record
What does AR 600-20 cover?
Army Command Policy
What does SHARP stand for?
Sexual Harassment/Assault Response Prevention
What Chapter covers the SHARP Program in AR 600-20?
Chapter 7 & 8
What are the Goals of the SHARP Program?
- Create a climate that minimizes sexual assault incidents, which impact Army personnel, Army civilians, and family members, and, if an incident should occur, ensure that victims and subjects are treated according to Army policy
- Create a climate that encourages victims to report incidents of sexual assault without fear
- Establish sexual assault prevention training and awareness programs to educate Soldiers
- Ensure sensitive and comprehensive treatment to restore victims’ health and well-being
- Ensure leaders understand their roles and responsibilities regarding response to sexual assault victims, thoroughly investigate allegations of sexual assault, and take appropriate administrative and disciplinary action
What is the Army’s Slogan for the SHARP Program
I. A.M. STRONG
What does I. A.M. STRONG stand for?
Intervene, Act, Motivate
What is the of the I. A.M. STRONG campaign?
It is the Army’s campaign to combat sexual assaults by engaging all Soldiers in preventing sexual assaults before they occur
What does Ch 7 or AR 600-20 cover?
Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH)
What are some examples of Quid pro quo?
- promotion
- Awards
- favorable assignment
- disciplining or relieving a subordinate who refuses sexual advances
- threats of poor job evaluation for refusing sexual advances
What are the five techniques of dealing with Sexual Harassment?
- Direct approach
- Indirect approach
- Third party
- Chain of command
- Filing a formal complaint
How often should units train on POSH?
twice each year
What are the two types of reporting of Sexual Assault?
Restricted and Unrestricted
What is Restricted reporting?
Restricted reporting allows a Soldier who is a sexual assault victim, on a confidential basis, to disclose the details of his/her assault to specifically identified individuals and receive medical treatment and counseling, without triggering the official investigative process
What is Unrestricted reporting?
Unrestricted reporting allows a Soldier who is sexually assaulted and desires medical treatment, counseling, and an official investigation of his/her allegation to use current reporting channels (for example, the chain of command or law enforcement), or he/she may report the incident to the SARC or the on-call VA
Who is informed of an Unrestricted report?
only those personnel who have a legitimate need to know
Who can a Soldier report a Sexual Assault to if they want to keep it restricted?
the SARC, a VA, or a healthcare provider, a chaplain
Who can a Soldier report a Sexual Assault to if they want it to be Unrestricted?
chain of command, law enforcement or report the incident to the SARC
What three Countries Traditions were blended to develop our Army’s NCO Corps?
The British, French and Prussian Armies
What was the common name for the Book that Friedrich von Steuben wrote?
The Blue Book
What were the duties and responsibilities of the First Sergeant in the Blue Book?
The First Sergeant enforced discipline and encouraged duty among troops, maintaining the duty roster, making morning report to the company commander and keeping the company descriptive book
What was the Black Book, who carried it and what did it contain?
A book the 1SG carried that contained administrative files names of everyone in the company and their professional history (AWOLs, work habits, promotions, etc.)
Why are the Army Values so important?
They are important because they define character traits that help develop and maintain discipline
What Questions should you want answered when assuming a Leadership position?
- What is the organization’s mission?
- How does this mission fit in with the mission of the next higher organization?
- What are the standards the organization must meet?
- What resources are available to help the organization accomplish the mission?
- What is the current state of morale?
- Who reports directly to you?
- What are the strengths and weaknesses of your key subordinates and the unit?
- Who are the key people outside the organization who support mission accomplishment? (What are their strengths and weaknesses?)
- When and what do you talk to your soldiers about?.
What are the three types of duties NCO’s have
specified duties, directed duties and implied duties
What are specified duties?
The duty you have to follow Directives such as Army regulations, Department of the Army (DA) general orders, the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), soldier’s manuals, Army Training and Evaluation Program (ARTEP) publications and MOS job descriptions specify the duties
What are directed duties?
Directed duties include being in charge of quarters (CQ) or serving as sergeant of the guard, staff duty officer, company training NCO and NBC NCO, where these duties are not found in the unit’s organization charts
What are implied duties?
These duties may not be written but implied in the instructions. They’re duties that improve the quality of the job and help keep the unit functioning at an optimum level
What is Responsibility?
being accountable for what you do or fail to do
What is Individual responsibility as a noncommissioned officer?
means you are accountable for your personal conduct
What is Authority?
the right to direct soldiers to do certain things and the legitimate power of leaders to direct soldiers or to take action within the scope of their position
What are two basic types of authority in the Army?
command authority and general military authority
What is Command Authority?
the authority leaders have over soldiers by virtue of rank or assignment
What is an NCO’s Command Authority?
Noncommissioned officers’ command authority is inherent with the job by virtue of position to direct or control soldiers
What is General Military Authority?
authority extended to all soldiers to take action and act in the absence of a unit leader or other designated authority
Why do we have inspections?
the Army has found that some soldiers, if allowed to, will become careless and lax in the performance of minor barrack duties in their unit. They become accustomed to conditions in their immediate surroundings and overlook minor deficiencies
What are the General Duties of a NCO?
- Conducts the daily business of the Army within established orders, directives and policies.
- Focuses on individual training, which develops the capability to accomplish the mission.
- Primarily involved with training and leading soldiers and teams.
- Ensures each subordinate team, NCO and soldier are prepared to function as a effective unit and each team member is well trained, highly motivated, ready and functioning.
- Concentrates on standards of performance, training and professional development of NCOs and enlisted soldiers.
- Follows orders of officers and NCOs in the support channel.
- Gets the job done
What does a good relationship with the CSM or 1SG leave the commander free to do?
plan, make decisions and program future training and operations
What are the Five Essential Characteristics of the Army Profession?
- Military Expertise; Our Ethical Application of Landpower
- Honorable Service; Our Noble calling to Service and Sacrifice
- Trust; The Bedrock of our Profession
- Esprit de Corps; Our Winning Spirit
- Stewardship of the Profession; our Long Term Responsibility
What Four Essential Characteristics of our Profession does Trust reinforce?
- Military Expertise
- Honorable Service
- Esprit de Corps
- Stewardship
What is Stewarding Trust?
All Army Leaders, Civilian and Military of the Profession being stewards of the trust between the Army and the American People
What is the Bedrock of the Army Profession?
Trust
What Platoons make up the 214th Forward Support Company
Distrubition Platoon, Transportation Platoon, Headquarters Platoon, Maintenance Platoon,
What is the motto of the 214th Forward Support Company
Move it, fuel it or fix it, we will make it happen!
