Troop leading procedures Flashcards
What is the purpose of Troop Leading Procedures?
A dynamic process used by small-unit leaders to analyze a mission, develop a plan, and prepare for an operation.
What initiates the Troop Leading Procedures?
The arrival of the initial WARNORD or OPORD from higher headquarters.
What assessment is performed during the initial phase of Troop Leading Procedures?
An initial assessment utilizing PMESII-PT and METT-TC.
What does PMESII-PT stand for?
- Political
- Military
- Economic
- Social
- Information
- Infrastructure
- Physical environment
- Time
What is the 1/3 – 2/3 Rule in Troop Leading Procedures?
A guideline for leaders to allocate time for planning and execution.
What is the purpose of issuing a Warning Order?
To inform subordinates of the unit mission and provide the leader’s timeline.
What steps are combined in the tentative plan phase of Troop Leading Procedures?
Mission analysis, COA development, COA analysis, COA comparison, and COA approval.
What format does mission analysis follow in the tentative plan?
The METT-TC (I) format.
What does METT-TC stand for?
- Mission
- Environment
- Terrain and weather
- Troops available
- Time
- Civil considerations
When should movement be initiated during Troop Leading Procedures?
As soon as there is enough information or the unit is required to position itself for a task.
What is the purpose of conducting reconnaissance?
To personally observe the AO for the mission prior to execution and confirm terrain usability.
What should be incorporated into the plan during the completion phase?
The results of reconnaissance into the selected COA.
What follows the completion of the plan in Troop Leading Procedures?
Issuing the order.
What is the final step in the Troop Leading Procedures?
Supervise and refine.
