MCO p3500.73 Reconnaissance Training and Readiness Manual

MCO P3500.
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C469
7 Oct 04
MARINE CORPS ORDER P3500.73
From: Commandant of the Marine Corps

To: Distribution List
Subj: RECONNAISSANCE TRAINING AND READINESS MANUAL
Ref: (a) MCO P3500.72, Marine Corps Ground Training and

Readiness Order
(b) MCO 1553.3A, Unit Training Management
(c) MCRP 3-0A, Unit Training Management Guide
(d) MCRP 3-0B, How to Conduct Training
(e) MCO 3500.27A, Operational Risk Management (ORM)
(f) MCO 3400.3F, Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical
Defense (NBCD) Training
(g) MCO 3500.70, NBCD Training and Readiness Manual
1. Purpose. To establish training standards, regulations and

policies regarding the training of Marines and assigned Navy
personnel in Reconnaissance Battalions or Force Reconnaissance
Companies. Per the MOS Manual, this Order identifies core
entry-level training requirements to award MOS 0321.
2. Cancellation. None. This manual supersedes Mission

Performance Standards found in MCCRE Volume XI – Combat Support
Elements, Section IIC – Reconnaissance.
3. Background
a. Training and Readiness (T&R) Manuals were first

developed for Marine aircrews in 1976. Aviation T&R evolved
during the ensuing years, and was expanded to the Marine Air
Command and Control System agencies in 1994. The stated purpose
was to provide commanders with a Corps-wide standardized
training approach to develop and measure unit combat
capabilities. The first T&R Manual for ground-related
occupational fields (Tanks) was completed in 1995, based
essentially on the same premise as that of the aviation
community. Additional T&R Manuals were developed through the
end of the 1990’s in an evolutionary manner, originating as an
augment to Individual Training Standards (ITS) and the Mission
DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A: Approved for public release; distribution is

unlimited
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Performance Standards (MPS) of the Marine Corps Combat Readiness

Evaluation System (MCCRES). Today, the T&R Program is evolving
to incorporate and replace these training standards to serve as
a single reference for unit or occupational field, collective,
and individual training. The overarching philosophy and
policies specific to the Ground T&R Program are contained in
reference (a).
b. As the Ground T&R Program evolves, T&R manuals will be

used to justify and allocate resources. Each applicable T&R
event lists the support estimates required to accomplish the
event, to include range and ammunition requirements.
Quantitative feedback from the operating forces utilizing T&R
Manuals will be used as contributing justification for
initiatives to expand the capabilities of current ranges, to
build new ranges, and to allocate ammunition. A T&R management
tool is also being developed. This tool will allow users to
cross-reference and link to other T&R manuals and assist with
automation of Unit Training Management (UTM). These and related
efforts are aimed at ensuring the Operating Forces and
supporting establishment have the resources they require to plan
and execute effective, efficient training.
c. To maintain an effective program, Training and Education

Command (TECOM) will require feedback from the users. Over the
next several years, T&R Manuals and the Ground T&R Program Order
shall be reviewed annually and amended based on input from the
Operating Forces. The results of feedback will be used for
overall program updates and improvements to individual T&R
Manual functionality.
4. Command Action
a. Commanders will review, update, and submit unit Mission

Essential Task List (METL) in accordance with references (b) and
(c).
b. Per reference (b), commanders shall conduct an internal

assessment of the unit’s ability to execute each MET and prepare
a definitive plan of attack to achieve MET proficiency by
developing long, mid, and short-range training.
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c. The commander will develop the training plan based on

the unit’s approved METL. Each collective and individual
training event lists the METs they support, allowing the
commander to easily identify the individual and collective
training events that support the unit’s METL. Once training
requirements are identified, the commander will set training
priorities and issue training guidance.
d. Utilizing this T&R Manual and other pertinent

references, commanders will conduct evaluations (informal and
formal) of their unit’s ability to accomplish their METs. These
training evaluations will be conducted at appropriate points in
the unit's training cycle to determine MET proficiency and
adjust training priorities.
e. Formal school directors and commanders will establish or

review programs of instruction to ensure compliance with the
core individual training requirements as set forth in this
Order. Entry-level MOS awarding curricula will be based upon
these core requirements.
5. Coordinating Instructions. All questions pertaining to the

Marine Corps Ground T&R Program and Unit Training Management
should be directed to: Commandant of the Marine Corps (C 469),
3300 Russell Road, Quantico, VA 22134.
6. Reserve Applicability. This Order is applicable to the

Marine Corps Total Force.
7. Certification. Reviewed and approved this date.
EDWARD HANLON, JR
By direction
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CONTENTS
CHAPTER
1 TRAINING AND READINESS PROGRAM OVERVIEW
2 RECON MISSION ESSENTIAL TASKS (MET) AND RELATED

COLLECTIVE EVENTS
3 INDIVIDUAL TRAINING EVENTS
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CHAPTER 1
OVERVIEW
PARAGRAPH PAGE
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 1-2
CORNERSTONE ORDERS . . . . . . . . . . . 101 1-2
ORGANIZATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 1-3
T&R EVENT CODING . . . . . . . . . . . 103 1-4
EVALUATION-CODED (E-coded) EVENTS . . . . . . 104 1-5
COMBAT READINESS PERCENTAGE (CRP) CALCULATION . . 105 1-5
T&R EVENT COMPOSITION . . . . . . . . . . 106 1-6
UNIT TRAINING. . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 1-10
REQUIREMENTS FOR COLLECTIVE TRAINING . . . . . 108 1-10
NUCLEAR, BIOLOGICAL, CHEMICAL (NBC) TRAINING . . 109 1-11
NIGHT TRAINING . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 1-11
APPLICATION OF SIMULATION. . . . . . . . . 111 1-11
UNIT TRAINING MANAGEMENT . . . . . . . . . 112 1-12
EVALUATION OF TRAINING. . . . . . . . . . 113 1-12
OPERATIONAL RISK MANAGEMENT (ORM) . . . . . . 114 1-13
CONCLUSION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 1-14

CHAPTER 1
OVERVIEW
100. INTRODUCTION
1. The Training and Readiness (T&R) Program is intended to

become the Corps’ primary tool for planning, conducting, and
evaluating training, and for assessing training readiness. The
Operating Forces and supporting establishment have developed
Mission Essential Task Lists (METLs) for ground communities
using Marine Corps doctrine, Table of Organization (T/O)
missions, Operational Plans, Contingency Plans, and tactics,
techniques, and procedures (TTP). T&R Manuals are built around
these service-level METLs; all events contained in T&R Manuals
relate directly back to this METL. The comprehensive T&R
Program ensures the Marine Corps continues to improve its combat
readiness by training more efficiently and effectively.
Ultimately, this will enhance the Marine Corps’ ability to
accomplish all assigned missions.
2. The T&R Manual is a single document that seeks to capture

the collective and individual training requirements to prepare
units to accomplish their combat mission. The T&R Manual is not
intended to be an encyclopedia that contains every minute detail
of how to conduct training. Instead, it seeks to provide a
framework, linked to a myriad of references, in order to provide
a baseline to design, conduct, and assess training that Marines
must be able to perform in combat. The T&R manual is a
fundamental tool for commanders to build and maintain unit
combat readiness. Using this tool, commanders can construct and
execute an effective training plan that supports the unit's
METL. More detailed information on the Marine Corps Ground T&R
Program may be found in reference (a).
101. CORNERSTONE ORDERS
Guidance for all training and evaluation in the Marine Corps,

from entry-level training at the formal schools to advanced
Professional Military Education (PME) for senior enlisted and
officers, is found in the Cornerstone Orders. All training and
evaluation programs throughout the Marine Corps were designed
based on the guidance provided in these orders. The Cornerstone
Orders are:
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- MCO 1553.1B, The Marine Corps Education and Training
System
- MCO 1553.2A, Management for Marine Corps Formal
Schools and Training Centers
- MCO 1553.3A, Unit Training Management
- MCO 1553.4a, Professional Military Education
102. ORGANIZATION
1. T&R Manuals are organized in one of two methods: unit-based

or community-based. Unit-based are written to support a type
unit (i.e. Infantry, Artillery, Tanks, etc). Community-based
are written to support an Occupational Field, a group of related
Military Occupational Specialties (MOSs), or billets within an
organization (i.e. NBC, Intel, etc). T&R Manuals are comprised
of chapters that contain unit Mission Essential Tasks (METs),
collective training standards (CTS), and individual training
standards (ITS) for each MOS, functional area, billet, etc.
Examples of the information that may be contained in each type

T&R manual are:
a. Unit-Based Elements
(1) Table of Contents
(2) Potential METL
(3) METL matrix
(4) Unit description
(5) Collective events
(6) Individual events (organized by training level)
(7) Any unique aspects of individual manual
b. Community-Based Elements. (For community-based manuals

that have MOSs or OccFlds with numerous billets or collectives,
there may be more than one billet or MOS contained in the
manual)
(1) Table of Contents
(2) MOS description
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(3) Career progression
(4) Billet descriptions
(5) Billet event matrix
(6) Collective events
(7) Individual events (organized by training level)
(8) Any unique aspects of individual manual
103. T&R EVENT CODING
T&R events are coded for ease of reference. Each event has a 4-
4-4-digit identifier. The first four digits represent the MOS
or occupational field (e.g. 1812, TANK, etc.). The second four
digits represent the functional or duty area (e.g. Defense
(DEF), Fire Support (FSPT), Movement (MVMT), etc.). The last
four digits represent the level and sequence of the event. The
T&R levels are shown in Figure (1). An example of the T&R
coding used in this manual is shown in Figure (2). Community-
based T&R Manuals may use equivalent or like-size designations.
but may not necessarily use all levels. Levels assist in the
planning and execution of training.
Individual Individual Training & Collective Training Collective Training
Formal School Career Progression Fire Team/Section/
Training MOJT, Career-level or Crew/Team
Entry-Level Advanced-level
(Core Capabilities) SQUAD
School (Core Plus
(Core Skills) Skills)
1000-Level 2000-Level 3000-Level 4000-Level

Collective Training Collective Training Collective Training Collective Training
PLATOON COMPANY BATTALION REG/BDE/MEU
5000-Level 6000-Level 7000-Level 8000-Level
Figure 1: T&R Event Levels

Infantry rifleman 0311-MVMT-3010 10th Fire Team event
Movement to contact
Figure 2: T&R Event Coding
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104. EVALUATION-CODED (E-coded) EVENTS
1. With limited time and material resources, it is imperative

that commanders prioritize training in order to ensure their
units are trained in those skills essential to accomplishing
their mission. To assist with prioritization, certain events in
the T&R manual are Evaluation-Coded (E-Coded). Only significant
events (collective or individual) that are critical components
of a MET or are key indicators of a unit’s readiness are E-
coded. Only E-coded events are used to calculate Combat
Readiness Percentage (CRP) for each MET.
2. Per reference (b), all commanders in the operating forces

are required to develop a unit METL based on the Universal Joint
Task List (UJTL), Universal Navy Task List (UNTL), Marine Corps
Task List (MCTL), doctrine, T/O mission statement, higher
headquarters’ METLs, contingency plans and the assigned mission.
The use of a METL-based training program allows the commander
discretion in training and makes the T&R Manual a training tool
rather than a prescriptive checklist.
3. Typically, not all units will have an identical METL, based

on environmental factors, roles and missions, and training
focus. Therefore, only E-coded events that support a unit’s
approved METL will be used to calculate CRP. The commander,
based on his higher headquarters METL and the assigned mission,
develops the METL for the unit. For example, there may be a
total of seven METs in the T&R Manual, but only five are on the
commander’s approved METL for his specific unit. Unit CRP is
based on only the five events on the approved METL.
105. COMBAT READINESS PERCENTAGE (CRP) CALCULATION
1. Unit training plans shall be designed to accomplish the

events that support the unit METL while simultaneously
sustaining proficiency in individual core skills. Using the
battalion-based (unit) model, the battalion (7000-level) has
events that directly support a MET on the unit’s METL. These
events are E-coded and are the only events that contribute to
unit CRP. This is done to assist commanders in prioritizing the
training toward their unit’s METL, taking into account resource,
time, and personnel constraints.
2. Unit CRP increases after the completion of E-coded events.

The number of E-coded events for the MET determines the value of
each E-coded event for that particular MET. All E-coded events
have equal value for CRP calculation. For example, if there are
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four E-coded events for a MET, each is worth 25% of MET CRP. If
a MET has eight E-Coded events, then each is worth 12.5%. MET
CRP is calculated by adding the percentage of each completed E-
coded training event. The percentage for each MET is calculated
the same way and all are added together and divided by the
number of METS to determine unit CRP. For ease of calculation,
we will say that a MET has four E-coded events; each contributes
25% towards the completion of the MET. If the unit has
completed three of the four E-coded events for the MET, it has
attained 75% CRP for that MET. The CRP for each MET is added
together and divided by the number of METS to get unit CRP; unit
CRP is the average of MET CRP. For Example:
MET 1: 75% (3 of 4 E-coded events trained)

To get unit CRP, simply add the CRP for each MET and divide by
the number of METS:
MET CRP: 75 + 100 + 25 + 50 + 75 = 325
Unit CRP: 325 (total MET CRP)/ 5 (total number of METS) = 65%
106. T&R EVENT COMPOSITION
This section explains each of the components of a T&R event.

These items will be included in all of the events in each T&R
Manual. Community-based T&R Manuals will have several
additional components not found in unit-based T&R Manuals.
a. Event Code (see Sect 106): The event code is a 4-4-4-

character set:
1. First 4 characters indicate MOS or Community (e.g.,

1812 or TANK or AT)
2. Second 4 characters indicate functional or duty

area (e.g. DEF, FSPT, MVMT, etc.)
3. Third 4 characters indicate the level and sequence

(1000 through 8000)
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b. Title: The name of the event.
c. Evaluation Coded. This is a “yes/no” category to

indicate whether or not the event is E-coded. If yes, the event
contributes toward CRP of the associated MET. The value of each
E-coded event is based on number of E-coded events for that MET.
Refer to Section 104 for a more detailed explanation of E-coded
events.
d. Supported MET(s). List all METs that are supported by

the training event.
e. Sustainment Interval. This is the period, expressed in

number of months, between evaluation or retraining requirements.
Skills and capabilities acquired through the accomplishment of
training events are to be refreshed at pre-determined intervals.
It is essential that these intervals be adhered to in order to
ensure the unit and Marines of the unit maintain proficiency.
f. Billet/MOS. Each individual training event will

contain a billet code and specific MOS ((NOTE: applicable to
Community-based T&R manuals only) within the community that
designates who (by billet) is responsible for performing that
event and any corresponding formal course required for that
billet. Each commander has the flexibility to shift
responsibilities based on the organization of his command.
These codes are based on recommendations from the collective
subject matter expertise that developed the manual and are
listed for each event.
g. Grade. The rank at which Marines are required to

complete the event (NOTE: applicable to Community-based T&R
manuals only).
h. Description: Description of event purpose, objectives,

goals, and requirements. It is a general description of an
action requiring learned skills and knowledge, i.e., Engage
fixed target with crew-served weapons.
i. Condition. The condition(s) set for real world or

combat circumstance in which the task is to be performed. They
indicate what is provided (equipment, tools, materials, manuals,
aids, etc.), environmental constraints or conditions under which
the task is performed, and any specific cues or indicators to
which the performer must respond. When resources or safety
requirements limit the conditions, this should be stated.
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j. Standard. The performance standard indicates the basis
for judging the effectiveness of the performance. It consists
of a carefully worded statement that identifies the proficiency
level expected when the task is performed. The standard
provides the minimum acceptable performance parameters and must
be strictly adhered to. The standard for collective events will
likely be general, describing the desired end-state or purpose
of the event. The standard for individual events will more
specifically describe to what proficiency level, specified in
terms of accuracy, speed, sequencing, quality of performance,
adherence to procedural guidelines, etc., the event is to be
accomplished.
k. Event Components/Performance Steps. Description of the

actions that the event is composed of, or a list of subordinate,
included T&R event codes and event descriptions. The event
components help the user determine what must be accomplished and
to properly plan for the event. Event components are used for
collective events; performance steps are used for individual
events.
l. Prerequisite Events. Prerequisites are academic

training or other T&R events that must be completed prior to
attempting the task. They are lower-level events or tasks that
give the individual/unit the skills required to accomplish the
event. They can also be planning steps, administrative
requirements, or specific parameters that build toward mission
accomplishment.
m. Chained Events. Collective T&R events are supported by

lower-level collective and individual T&R events. This enables
unit leaders to effectively identify subordinate T&R events that
ultimately support specific mission essential tasks. When the
accomplishment of any upper-level events, by their nature,
result in the performance of certain subordinate and related
events, the events are “chained.” The completion of chained
events will update sustainment interval credit (and CRP for E-
coded events) for the related subordinate level events.
n. Related ITSs. A list of all of the Individual

Training Standards that support the event.
o. Initial Training Setting. All individual events will

designate the setting at which the skill is first taught, either
at formal school (FS), in the Operational Forces as MOJT, or via
a distance learning product (DL).
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p. References. The training references shall be utilized
to determine task performance steps, grading criteria, and
ensure standardization of training procedures. They assist the
trainee in satisfying the performance standards, or the trainer
in evaluating the effectiveness of task completion. Since T&R
Manuals provide only a training outline, references are key to
developing lesson plans and adding specificity, like performance
steps, related doctrine, or other detailed information.
q. Distance Learning Products. (I.e., Individual

Multimedia Instruction (IMI), Computer-Based Training (CBT),
Marine Corps Institute (MCI), etc. Included when the event can
be taught via one of these media methods vice attending a formal
course of instruction or receiving MOJT. (NOTE: applicable to
Community-based T&R Manuals only).
r. Support Requirements. This is a list of the external

and internal support the unit and Marines will need to complete
the event. This is a key section in the overall T&R effort, as
resources will eventually be tied directly to the training
towards METS. Future efforts to attain and allocate resources
will be based on the requirements outlined in the T&R Manual.
The list includes, but is not limited to:
•Range(s)/Training Area
•Ordnance
•Equipment
•Materials
•Other Units/Personnel
s. Misc. Any additional information that will assist in
the planning and execution of the event. The list may include,
but is not limited to:
•Admin Instructions
•Special Personnel Certifications
•Equipment Operating Hours
•Road Miles107. UNIT TRAINING
1. The training of Marines to perform as an integrated unit in

combat lies at the heart of the T&R Program. Unit readiness and
individual readiness are directly related. Individual training
and the mastery of individual core skills serve as the building
blocks for unit combat readiness. A Marine's ability to perform
critical skills required in combat is essential; however, it is
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not necessary to have all individuals within an organization
fully trained in order for that organization to accomplish its
assigned tasks. Manpower shortfalls, temporary assignments,
leave, or other factors outside the commander’s control, often
affect the ability to conduct individual training. Regardless
of current manning, the unit must maintain the ability to
accomplish its assigned mission.
2. Commanders shall ensure that all tactical training is

focused on their combat mission. The T&R manual serves as a
tool to help develop the unit’s training plan. Tactical
training shall support the unit METL and be tailored to meet T&R
standards. Commanders at all levels are responsible for
effective combat training.
3. Commanders shall provide personnel the opportunities to

attend formal and operational level courses of instruction as
outlined in this Manual. Attendance at formal courses should
enhance the warfighting capabilities of the unit as determined
by the unit commander.
108. REQUIREMENTS FOR COLLECTIVE TRAINING
Collective training shall serve to achieve standards of unit

proficiency required to accomplish wartime missions. Subject to
such constraints as safety requirements and limits on space for
training, all collective training shall be conducted under
conditions and rates of activity closely approximating those
that the units being trained may encounter in combat. When
constraints limit the use of realistic training conditions, then
simulation and other products of training technology shall be
used as applicable to enhance realism. Collective training, to
the degree feasible, shall include electronic warfare activity;
nuclear, biological, and chemical defense activity; and the
periodic use of opposing forces trained in the tactics of
potential adversaries. All collective training exercises shall
emphasize realistic performance of the functions of individual
personnel in the exercising units. Support units shall be
integrated into exercises for realistic training in their
wartime supporting roles.
109. NUCLEAR, BIOLOGICAL, CHEMICAL (NBC) TRAINING
All personnel assigned to the Operating Force must be trained in

Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Defense (NBCD) in order to
survive and continue their mission in an NBC environment.
Individual proficiency standards are defined as survival and
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basic operating standards. Survival standards are those that
the individual must master in order to survive NBC attacks.
Basic operating standards are those that the individual, and
collectively the unit, must be capable of performing to continue
operations in an NBC environment. In order to develop and
maintain the ability to operate in an NBC environment, NBCD
training should be an integral part of the training plan and
events in this T&R manual should be trained under NBC conditions
whenever possible. Per reference (f), all units must be capable
of accomplishing their assigned mission in a contaminated
environment. Further guidance on NBCD training can be found in
references (f) and (g).
110. NIGHT TRAINING
While it is understood that all personnel and units of the

operating force must be capable of performing their assigned
mission in “every clime and place,” current doctrine emphasizes
the requirement to perform assigned missions at night and during
periods of limited visibility. Basic skills are significantly
more difficult when visibility is limited. To ensure units are
capable of accomplishing their mission at night as well as
during the day, they must train under the more difficult limited
visibility conditions. As such, all events in this T&R manual
should be conducted during the day and at night or under
conditions of limited visibility. Commanders will ensure units
are capable of conducting all T&R events under conditions of
darkness/limited visibility.
111. APPLICATION OF SIMULATION
Simulators and other training devices for weapon systems and

equipment shall be used when they are capable of effectively and
economically supplementing training on the actual equipment.
Particular emphasis shall be placed on simulators that provide
training that might be limited by safety considerations or
constraints on training space, time, or other resources. When
deciding on simulation issues, the primary consideration shall
be improving the quality of training and consequently the state
of readiness. Potential savings in operating and support costs
normally shall be an important secondary consideration.
112. UNIT TRAINING MANAGEMENT
1. Unit Training Management (UTM) is the application of the

Systems Approach to Training (SAT) and the Marine Corps Training
Principles in a manner that maximizes training results and
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focuses the training priorities of the unit in preparation for
the conduct of its wartime mission.
2. UTM focuses training on the tasks that are essential to a

unit’s wartime capabilities. The SAT process provides
commanders with the requisite tools and techniques to analyze,
design, develop, implement, and evaluate the training of their
unit. The Marine Corps Training Principles provide sound and
proven direction and are flexible enough to accommodate the
demands of local conditions. They are guides that commanders
can use to manage unit-training programs. The Marine Corps
training principles are:
- Train as you fight

- Make commanders responsible for training
- Use standards-based training
- Use performance-oriented training
- Use mission-oriented training
- Train the MAGTF to fight as a combined arms team
- Train to sustain proficiency
- Train to challenge
3. In order to maintain an efficient, effective training

program, it is imperative that commanders at every level fully
understand and implement UTM. Guidance for UTM and the process
for establishing effective UTM programs are contained in
references (b), (c), and (d).
113. EVALUATION OF TRAINING
1. Evaluation is a continuous process. Evaluation is integral

to training management and is conducted by leaders at every
level and during all phases of the planning and conduct of
training. Training evaluations measure individual and
collective ability to perform events specified in the respective
T&R Manuals. To ensure training is efficient and effective, it
is imperative that evaluation is an integral part of the
training plan.
2. The purpose of formal and informal evaluation is to provide

commanders with a process to determine a unit’s proficiency in
the tasks it must successfully perform in combat. Informal
evaluations should be conducted during every training evolution.
Formal evaluations are often scenario-based, focused on the
unit’s METs, based on collective training standards, and usually
conducted during higher-level E-coded collective events. All
collective training and exercises shall be evaluated against
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established standards of mission proficiency for identifying and
correcting deficiencies. References (a) and (b) provide further
guidance on the conduct of informal and formal evaluations
utilizing the Marine Corps Ground T&R Program.
114. OPERATIONAL RISK MANAGEMENT (ORM)
ORM is a process that enables commanders to plan for and

minimize risk while still accomplishing the mission. It is a
decision making tool used by Marines at all levels to increase
operational effectiveness by anticipating hazards and reducing
the potential for loss, thereby increasing the probability of a
successful mission. ORM minimizes risks to acceptable levels,
commensurate with mission accomplishment. Commanders, leaders,
maintainers, planners, and schedulers shall integrate risk
assessment in the decision-making process and implement hazard
controls to reduce risk to acceptable levels. Applying the ORM
process will reduce mishaps, lower costs, and provide for more
efficient use of resources. ORM assists the commander in
conserving lives and resources and avoiding unnecessary risk,
making an informed decision to implement a course of action
(COA), identifying feasible and effective control measures where
specific measures do not exist, and providing reasonable
alternatives for mission accomplishment. Most importantly, ORM
assists the commander in determining the balance between
training realism and unnecessary risks in training, the impact
of training operations on the environment, and the adjustment of
training plans to fit the level of proficiency and experience of
Marines and leaders. Further guidance for ORM can be found in
references (b) and (e).
115. CONCLUSION
The Marine Corps Ground T&R Program continues to evolve. The

vision for this program is that it will link the Uniform Joint
Task List (UJTL), the Uniform Navy Task List (UNTL), and the
Marine Corps Task List (MCTL) to METLs and unit training. In
doing so, it will tie all training and training resources
directly to unit missions. The Defense Readiness Reporting
System (DRRS) is currently being developed and will eventually
encompass Enhanced Status of Readiness and Training System
(ESORTS). The purpose of this system is to measure and report
on the readiness of military forces and the supporting
infrastructure to meet missions and goals assigned by the
Secretary of Defense. Training readiness in DRRS will be based
primarily on METs. Because unit CRP is based on the unit’s
training towards its METs, it will provide a more accurate
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picture of a unit’s ability to accomplish its mission. This
will give fidelity to future funding requests and factor into
the allocation of resources. Additionally, the Ground T&R
Program will help to ensure training remains focused on mission
accomplishment and that training readiness reporting is tied to
commanders’ METLs.
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TRAINING AND READINESS MANUAL
CHAPTER 2
Recon Mission Essential Tasks (METs) and related
Collective Training Events
Purpose:
This chapter and its appendices illustrate the relationship between unit
competencies (Mission Essential Tasks (METs)) and unit training
(Collective events). Each Appendix corresponds to a single MET and
includes all training events conducted from the team to battalion level.
Unit training managers can isolate all training relevant to each MET and
devise training to support their competencies as needed. Lastly, these
appendices serve as the steering point for the Individual Events chapter
which details all individual skill sets, or events, that when combined,
enable a unit competency.
Administrative Notes:
1. Appendix A defines "Units" and their core capabilities.
2. Appendices B - J correspond to METs 1 - 9.
3. Many events support more than one MET. In those cases, the
Collective Event is only displayed in its entirety under the first MET in
which it appears. Subsequent listings of that same task under other MET
appendices will only include the task number and title, referring the
reader back to the first MET in which it appears.
4. The table of contents lists each task at the location in which it is

displayed in its entirety.
5. Event Descriptions are discretionary entries utilized to amplify a

task if the task title is not clear enough.
6. MET’s 4, 5 & 6 (Appendices E, F & G) contain no additional tasks

beyond those already illustrated in previous MET appendices.
Event Numbering:
1. Events in the T&R manual are depicted with a 12 field alphanumeric

system, i.e. xxxx-xxxx-xxxx. Coding of these events will differ between
T&R manuals to facilitate development requirements of the Occupational
Field or MOS Community the manual serves. This manual utilizes the
following methodology:
2. Field one – 0321. Each event starts with the OccFld MOS, 0321, i.e
0321-xxxx-xxxx.
3. Field two – Letters. Events are separated by duty areas using a 3

or 4-letter code, i.e. 0321-NBC-xxxx reflecting the NBC duty area tasks
for the reconnaissance Marine. The duty areas are:
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a. PAT – Patrolling 0321-PAT -xxxx
b. MOUT – Urban R&S 0321-MOUT-xxxx
c. MOBL – Mounted R&S 0321-MOBL-xxxx
d. COMM – Communications 0321-COMM-xxxx
e. FSPT – Fire Support 0321-FSPT-xxxx
f. ITG – Initial Terminal Guidance 0321-ITG –xxxx
g. NBC – Nuclear, Biological, Chemical 0321-NBC –xxxx
h. SENS – Sensors & Beacons 0321-SENS-xxxx
i. DEMO – Demolitions 0321-DEMO-xxxx
j. BOAT – Amphibious - boats 0321-BOAT-xxxx
k. DIVE – Underwater 0321-DIVE-xxxx
l. HELO – Heliborne 0321-HELO-xxxx
m. JUMP – Parachuting 0321-JUMP-xxxx
n. SWIM – Amphibious – swimming 0321-SWIM-xxxx
o. PLAT – Platoon events 0321-PLAT-xxxx
p. OPS – Operations & planning 0321-OPS -xxxx
4. Field 3 – numbers. Events within duty areas are first organized

based on organizational level as such:
a. 3000 level – fireteam events. None included in this manual.

b. 4000 level – squad or recon team events. This is the
starting point for Collective training in this manual, i.e.
0321-PAT -4000.
c. 5000 level – platoon events, i.e. 0321-PLAT-5000.
d. 6000 level – company events. None included in this manual.
e. 7000 level – battalion events, i.e. 0321-OPS –7000.
5. Field 3 – numbers. Events are then further organized in order of

increasing complexity or skill levels required, i.e. 0321-xxxx –4100
level skills include patrolling, urban and mounted R&S skills at the
simplest levels; 0321-xxxx-4900 level skills include amphibious, jump
and dive skills of the highest complexity.
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Appendix Title Appendix
Collective (Unit ) Descriptions / Core Capabilities A

MET 1 Plan, coordinate and conduct amphibious / ground B
reconnaissance and surveillance to observe, identify and
report enemy activity, and collect other information of
military significance
MET 2 Conduct specialized reconnaissance. Assist in C
specialized engineer, NBC, radio, mobile and other unique
reconnaissance missions
MET 3 Conduct Initial Terminal Guidance (ITG) for helicopters, D
landing craft and parachutists
MET 4 Designate and engage selected targets with Force Fires E
and other operations to support battlespace shaping. This
includes terminal guidance of precision-guided munitions
MET 5 Conduct post-strike reconnaissance to determine and F
report battle damage to a specific target or area
MET 6 Conduct counter-reconnaissance G
MET 7 Conduct limited scale raids H
MET 8 Conduct insertion / extraction of reconnaissance forces I
in support of recon operations
MET 9 Conduct other operations as directed by the supported J
commander
Event Number Page
0321-MOBL-4101 Maintain vehicles 2-C-1

0321-MOBL-4102 Conduct mounted movement techniques 2-C-2
0321-MOBL-4103 Conduct mounted / dismounted engagements 2-C-3
0321-MOBL-4104 Conduct vehicular navigation 2-C-4
0321-MOBL-4105 Conduct laager-site operations 2-C-5
0321-MOBL-4106 Employ T/E crew-served weapons 2-C-6
0321-MOBL-4107 Conduct self / assisted vehicle recovery 2-C-8
0321-MOBL-4108 Employ vehicle-mounted communications 2-C-8
0321-MOUT-4101 Move through a built-up area 2-C-9

0321-MOUT-4102 Establish an OP in an urban area 2-C-11
0321-MOUT-4103 Execute a deliberate ambush 2-C-13
0321-PAT-4101 Conduct team planning 2-B-1

0321-PAT-4102 Conduct rehearsals and inspections 2-B-2
0321-PAT-4103 Conduct a reconnaissance patrol 2-B-2
0321-PAT-4104 Gather information to complete a NATO report 2-B-3
0321-PAT-4105 Conduct an area reconnaissance 2-B-4
0321-PAT-4106 Conduct a zone reconnaissance 2-B-5
0321-PAT-4107 Maintain operational security 2-B-6
0321-PAT-4108 Execute immediate actions upon contact with
the enemy 2-B-7
0321-COMM-4201 Establish communications in a tactical

environment 2-B-8
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Event Number Page
0321-FSPT-4301 Engage a target with supporting arms

(surface to surface) 2-B-9
0321-FSPT-4302 Engage a target with Close Air Support
(rotary or fixed wing) 2-B-11
0321-FSPT-4303 Plan and conduct a laser guided close air
support mission 2-B-12
0321-SURV-4401 Occupy an observation point / perform

surveillance 2-B-13
0321-SURV-4402 Employ organic photography equipment to collect
and transmit required info 2-B-14
0321-ITG-4501 Plan and conduct Initial Terminal Guidance 2-D-2
0321-NBC-4601 Plan for NBC reconnaissance 2-C-17

0321-NBC-4602 Conduct NBC reconnaissance 2-C-17
0321-NBC-4603 Conduct deliberate decontamination of personnel
and equipment 2-C-18
0321-SENS-4701 Conduct sensor implant and recovery 2-J-1
0321-DEMO-4801 Plan and prepare for the employment of demo,

conventional and improvised, in conjunction
with offensive and defensive operations 2-B-15
0321-DEMO-4802 Employ demolitions, conventional and improvised
in conjunction with offensive and defensive ops 2-B-16
0321-BOAT-4901 Plan for surface vessel deployment operations 2-I-1

0321-BOAT-4902 Prepare for surface vessel deployment ops 2-I-2
0321-BOAT-4903 Conduct surface vessel deployment operations 2-I-3
0321-BOAT-4904 Plan an Over the Horizon (OTH) reconnaissance
insertion 2-I-4
0321-BOAT-4905 Prepare for an Over the Horizon (OTH) recon
insertion 2-I-5
0321-BOAT-4906 Conduct an Over the Horizon (OTH) recon
insertion 2-I-6
0321-BOAT-4907 Conduct clandestine amphibious landing and
withdrawal 2-I-7
0321-DIVE-4901 Plan a sub-surface infiltration / exfiltration 2-I-8

0321-DIVE-4902 Prepare for a sub-surface infil / exfiltration 2-I-9
0321-DIVE-4903 Conduct a sub-surface infil / exfiltration 2-I-10
0321-DIVE-4904 Plan for open-circuit diving operations 2-I-12
0321-DIVE-4905 Prepare for open-circuit diving operations 2-I-13
0321-DIVE-4906 Conduct open-circuit diving operations 2-I-14
0321-DIVE-4907 Plan submarine operations 2-I-15
0321-DIVE-4908 Prepare for submarine operations 2-I-16
0321-DIVE-4909 Conduct submarine operations 2-I-17
0321-HELO-4901 Plan for heliborne operations 2-I-18

0321-HELO-4902 Prepare for heliborne operations 2-I-19
0321-HELO-4903 Conduct heliborne operations 2-I-20
0321-HELO-4904 Plan for HRST operations 2-I-20
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Event Number Page
0321-HELO-4905 Prepare for HRST operations 2-I-21

0321-HELO-4906 Conduct HRST operations 2-I-22
0321-HELO-4907 Plan for helocast/soft duck operations 2-I-23
0321-HELO-4908 Prepare for helocast/soft duck operations 2-I-24
0321-HELO-4909 Conduct helocast/soft duck operations 2-I-25
0321-JUMP-4901 Plan for the conduct of parachute operations 2-I-26

0321-JUMP-4902 Prepare for the conduct of parachute operations 2-I-27
0321-JUMP-4903 Conduct a parachute operation utilizing current
and approved static line parachutes 2-I-28
0321-JUMP-4904 Conduct a military free-fall operation 2-I-29
and approved MC-5 static line parachute 2-I-30
0321-JUMP-4906 Plan for the conduct of a parachute operation
utilizing current and approved TORDS parachute
and associated equipment 2-I-31
0321-JUMP-4907 Prepare for the conduct of a parachute operation
utilizing current and approved TORDS parachute
and associated equipment 2-I-32
and approved TORDS parachute and associated
equipment 2-I-32
0321-SWIM-4901 Plan a surface infiltration / exfiltration

employing scout-swimmers 2-I-33
0321-SWIM-4902 Prepare for a surface infiltration/exfiltration
0321-SWIM-4903 Conduct a surface infiltration / exfiltration
0321-PLAT-5101 Conduct platoon planning 2-B-17

0321-PLAT-5201 Conduct a limited scale raid 2-H-1
0321-OPS-7101 Conduct HQ planning and coordination 2-B-19

0321-OPS-7102 Operate a Reconnaissance Ops Center (ROC) 2-B-20
0321-OPS-7103 Process and disseminate intelligence info 2-B-21
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APPENDIX A
Collective (Unit) Descriptions / Core Capabilities
COLLECTIVE: Reconnaissance Team

The recon team is the basic reconnaissance unit that will conduct
ground and amphibious reconnaissance operations. The team possesses
special insert/extract skills, in addition to special long-range
communications and advanced information gathering equipment. Capable of
performing in any environment, the team collects battlefield
information for processing into intelligence.
Core Capabilities
1. Conducts amphibious reconnaissance and advanced nautical

navigation.
2. Conducts pre & post-assault ground reconnaissance.
3. Conducts surveillance to observe, identify and

report enemy activity, or other information of
military significance, as deemed necessary by the
commander.
4. Conducts specialized reconnaissance.
5. Conducts long-range communications and digital imagery.
6. Assists in the emplacing and recovery of ground sensors.
7. Possesses specialized insert capability to include parachuting,

combatant diving and HRST.
8. Provides initial and terminal guidance for helicopters, landing

craft and parachute operations.
9. Conducts battlefield-shaping operations to include limited sniping

and engagement of selected targets with supporting arms.
10. Conducts post-strike reconnaissance to determine battle damage

assessment.
COLLECTIVE: Reconnaissance Platoon

The recon platoon is an operating unit that will conduct ground and
amphibious reconnaissance operations. The platoon is the smallest
operational unit capable of deploying and conducting sustained
operations ISO MAGTF’s / JTF’s. The platoon possesses special
insert/extract skills, in addition to special long-range communications
and advanced information gathering equipment. Capable of performing in
any environment, the platoon collects battlefield information for
2-A-1
processing into intelligence.
Core Capabilities
1. Capable of providing organic C2 and LNO cell.
2. Conducts amphibious reconnaissance and advanced nautical

navigation.
3. Conducts pre & post-assault ground reconnaissance.
4. Conducts surveillance to observe, identify and report enemy

activity, or other information of military significance, as deemed
necessary by the commander.
5. Conducts specialized terrain reconnaissance.
6. Conducts long-range communications and digital imagery.
7. Assists in the emplacing and recovery of ground sensors.
8. Capable of conducting and supporting specialized inserts to include

parachuting, combatant diving and HRST.
9. Provides initial and terminal guidance for helicopters landing

craft and parachute operations.
10. Conducts battlefield-shaping operations to include limited sniping

and engagement of selected targets with supporting arms.
11. Conducts post-strike reconnaissance to determine battle damage

assessment.
12. Capable of conducting limited scale raids.
13. Direct Action
COLLECTIVE: Reconnaissance Company

The recon company is an operating unit that will conduct ground and
amphibious reconnaissance operations in support of the reconnaissance
battalion, MAGTF, Division or MEB level units.
Core Capabilities
1. Oversees training and operations of platoons as it applies to UTM.
2. Maintains ability to conduct combat operations that integrates

Command and Control with the recon battalion, MAGTF, Division or MEB
level units.
3. When task organized and directed conducts offensive and defensive

operations in support of Higher Headquarters.
COLLECTIVE: Reconnaissance HQ
The reconnaissance battalion or Force Recon Co is an operational unit
that will conduct ground and amphibious reconnaissance operations in
support of a MAGTF, Division, MEB or MEF level units.
2-A-2
Core Capabilities
1. Oversees all training and operations as it applies to Unit Training

Management on a daily basis.
2. Maintains ability to conduct combat operations that integrates

Command and Control with a MAGTF, Division, MEB or MEF level unit.
3. Conducts offensive and defensive operations when task

organized and directed by Higher Headquarters.
COLLECTIVE: Reconnaissance Operations Center

The ROC is the principal C2, operations, and information center for the
reconnaissance unit. ROC watch standing personnel maintain close
coordination with the SARC / supported unit headquarters where it
facilitates the passing of information and coordinates operational
planning. The ROC personnel monitor communications of all employed
recon teams, and receives status and intelligence reports, which are
relayed to the SARC / supported unit for processing.
Core Capabilities
1. Record and graphically portray current ground recon unit locations
and threat situations.
2. Maintain current event template, execution matrix, and status

boards.
3. Facilitates the processing of emergency extract.
4. Makes routine and time sensitive reports to the G-3 / G-2 / other
designated recipients.
5. Operate under the staff cognizance of the AC/S G-3, G-2 / S-3, S-2.
6. Supports / coordinates the insert / extract of designated teams as

required.
7. Update the employed teams on changes to enemy / friendly situation,

environmental conditions and weather changes.
8. Plans for future operations.
9. Evaluates these against current information requirement tasks and

intelligence reporting criteria.
2-A-3
CHAPTER 2
APPENDIX B
MET 1: PLAN, COORDINATE, AND CONDUCT AMPHIBIOUS/GROUND
RECONNAISSANCE AND SURVEILLANCE TO OBSERVE, IDENTIFY, AND REPORT
ENEMY ACTIVITY, AND COLLECT OTHER INFORMATION OF MILITARY
SIGNIFICANCE.
GROUND RECONNAISSANCE DUTY AREA 0321-xxxx-4100
PATROLLING DUTY AREA 0321-PAT-4100
0321-PAT-4101 Conduct team planning
EVALUATION CODED: YES SUPPORTED MET(S): 1-9
SUSTAINMENT INTERVAL: 6 months
DESCRIPTION: The unit is conducting tactical operations. The unit

has been issued a warning order to conduct reconnaissance patrols
to collect information and to conduct normal security patrols.
The patrol will be conducted on a 24-hour basis.
CONDITION: When given a Warning Order, Patrol Order or Frag

Order.
STANDARD: Planning takes into consideration assigned tasks,

restraints and constraints imposed by received order, completed
and delivered to receiving unit in accordance with the received
order’s timeline.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Receive Warning Order or Patrol Order
2. Analyze and plan for Mission using commander's guidance, METT-
TSL, KOCOA.
3. Analyze the mission and available information to identify
specific tasks with respect to commander's guidance, METT-TSL and
KOCOA.
2-B-1
RELATED ITS:
0321-PAT –1102 0321-PAT –1101 0321-COMM-1207 0321-FSPT-2301
0321-FSPT-2302 0321-FSPT-2303 0321-SURV-1403
REFERENCES:
1. FMFM 6-4 Marine Rifle Company
2. MCWP 3-11.3 Scouting and Patrolling
3. MCRP 2-15.1 DRAFT Ground Reconnaissance Handbook
0321-PAT-4102 Conduct rehearsals and inspections
EVALUATION CODED: NO SUPPORTED MET(S): 1-9
CONDITION: Given a reconnaissance mission and a timeline from a

warning order and a specified inspection and rehearsal time.
STANDARD: Rehearsals and inspections prioritized based on mission

importance and conducted based on time available.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Actions on the objective
2. Immediate actions
3. Movement formations / techniques
4. Conduct other rehearsals in accordance with the patrol orders
and timeline.
5. Conduct inspections of gear and equipment in accordance with
patrol order and timeline.
PREREQUISITE EVENTS:
0321-PAT-4101
REFERENCES:
1. MCWP 2-15.3 Ground Reconnaissance Operations
0321-PAT-4103 Conduct a reconnaissance patrol
2-B-2
DESCRIPTION: A reconnaissance unit has been given a mission to
conduct either a zone or area reconnaissance patrol. Enemy forces
are known to be operating in the area, and they have direct and
indirect fire, both fixed and rotary wing aircraft, and EW
capabilities.
CONDITION: Given a 1:50,000 map, a navigational aid, and a

mission to conduct a reconnaissance patrol within a specified
time.
STANDARD: Performance measurable based on adherence to unit

patrolling SOPs, mission tasks accomplished through conduct of
patrol.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Conduct departure of friendly lines / insert or infiltration.
2. Conduct movement to objective area.
3. Conduct actions on the objective.
4. Conduct movement from objective area.
5. Conduct extract or exfiltration / re-entry of friendly lines.
0321-PAT-4101 0321-PAT-4102
RELATED ITS:
0321-PAT -1105 0321-PAT –1111 0321-PAT –1112 0321-COMM-1204
0321-COMM-1205 0321-COMM-2202 0321-ITG -2501 0321-SURV-1401
0321-WPNS-1100 0321-WPNS-2100
REFERENCES:
0321-PAT-4104 Gather information to complete NATO reports
EVALUATION CODED: NO SUPPORTED MET(S): 1,2
DESCRIPTION: The unit is ordered to conduct a reconnaissance

mission. The unit is operating as the lead element of a larger
unit's movement or separately as a security element in advance of
the main body's movement. The unit provides own security.
2-B-3
CONDITION: Tasked to conduct a reconnaissance mission, given
appropriate resources, complete the appropriate NATO report.
STANDARD: Report completed in accordance with appropriate NATO

format, based on information available.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Patrol reviews designated NATO report to determine information
requirements.
2. After reviewing pre-existing intelligence on objective, the
team formulates plan to conduct actions on the objective.
3. Conduct reconnaissance patrol/actions on the objective area to
gather required information.
4. Patrol completes the NATO report.
0321-PAT-4101 0321-PAT-4102
RELATED ITS:
0321-SURV-1401
REFERENCES:
2. MCRP 2-15.3B Reconnaissance Reports Guide
RESOURCES:
1. Maneuver/Training area
2. Trafficable roads/trails
3. MILES Gear
Note: Appropriate blank ammunition is required.
0321-PAT-4105 Conduct an area reconnaissance
EVALUATION CODED: YES SUPPORTED MET(S): 1
DESCRIPTION: The unit is ordered to conduct a reconnaissance of

an area. The unit is operating separately and provides own
security.
CONDITION: Given a 1:50,000 map, a navigational, and a mission to

conduct an area reconnaissance within a specified time.
2-B-4
patrol.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Moves into the area and establishes an Objective Rally Point
(ORP).
2. Conduct leader's reconnaissance of the objective.
3. Confirm or modify actions on the objective based on patrol
order; brief unit on changes, make preparations.
4. Forward gathered information to higher headquarters, supported
unit.
0321-PAT-4101 0321-PAT-4102 0321-PAT-4103
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-1201 0321-SURV-1401 0321-PAT -1105
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
2. MILES Gear
0321-PAT-4106 Conduct a zone reconnaissance
DESCRIPTION: The unit is required to conduct a reconnaissance of

a zone. The unit is operating separately and provides own
security.
CONDITION: Given a 1:50,000 map, a navigational, and a mission to

conduct a zone reconnaissance within a specified time.

patrol.
2-B-5
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Establish an ORP.
2. Conduct leader's recon of the objective as required.
3. Confirm or modify planned actions on the objective from the
patrol order; brief unit.
4. Conduct actions on the objective utilizing the following
methods:
a. Fan Method
b. Converging routes method
c. Successive sectors method
5. Forward gathered information to higher headquarters /
supported unit.
0321-PAT-4101 0321-PAT-4102 0321-PAT-4103
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-1201 0321-SURV-1401 0321-PAT -1105
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
0321-PAT-4107: Maintain operational security
CONDITION: The unit is conducting tactical operations, operating

separately or as part of a larger force. The enemy has the
capability to detect the unit visually, audibly, and
electronically.
STANDARD: Inadvertent disclosure of operationally sensitive

information is prevented by employing any/all of the event
components below, or as prescribed in policies set forth by local
security manager.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Control information to subordinate units on a need-to-know
basis.
2-B-6
2. Prohibit fraternization with civilians, as applicable.
3. Unit conducts alert, deployment, preparation, and loading in a
manner that minimizes detection.
4. Any uncontrolled maps do not contain the friendly order of
battle.
5. Conduct inspections and briefings to ensure personnel do not
carry details of military activities in personal materials
(letters, diaries, notes, drawings, sketches, or photographs).
6. Cover all reflective surfaces with non-reflective material
such as cloth, mud, or camouflage stick.
7. Do not strip foliage near positions. Camouflage earth berms.
8. Marines mask or remove all unit markings from vehicles.
9. Leaders enforce trash disposal discipline.
10. Individuals avoid crossing near footpaths, trails, and/or
roads.
11. Individuals camouflage entrances leading into the positions.
12. Disperse vehicles and park in shadows. Move vehicles as
shadows shift. Hang camouflage nets properly, if used, to breakup
the outline of the vehicle.
13. Secure weapons, ammunition, sensitive items, and classified
documents.
14. Employ electronic/communications security, including the use
of:
a. CEOI procedures.
b. Approved radio procedures.
c. Short transmissions, lowest power settings possible,
avoid transmission patterns, and maintain radio silence, as
directed.
d. Procedures for operations during jamming.
e. Messenger and wire.
15. Employ physical security measures:
a. Observation posts.
b. Patrols.
c. Stand-to procedures.
d. Local security.
16. Sanitize all planning areas and positions before departure.
REFERENCES:
1. FMFM 6 Ground Combat Operations
RESOURCES:
2-B-7
0321-PAT-4108 Execute immediate actions upon contact with the enemy
CONDITION: As a member of a reconnaissance patrol in a tactical

environment, given prescribed weapons, wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: Performance measurable based on adherence to unit sops

during the conduct of listed event components.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Execute the immediate halt drill.
2. Execute air observation drill.
3. Execute air attack drill.
4. Execute hasty ambush drill.
5. Execute a chance contact drill.
6. Execute actions in a break contact drill.
7. Execute actions in a near ambush drill.
8. Execute actions in a far ambush drill.
9. Execute react to a sniper drill.
10. Execute react to a compromised patrol or harbor site.
11. Execute react to an indirect fire attack.
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-1205
REFERENCES:
1. FMFM 6-5 Marine Rifle Squad
3. SH 21-76 Ranger Handbook
4. JP 3-50 Series - Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape
5. Unit SOP
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range for M16A2 Service Rifle with 10-20 man-size
targets
(static, limited exposure, and moving) at ranges of less than 50
meters
2. Maneuver / Training area
WEAPON AND AMMUNITION:

Weapon: M203 40mm Grenade Launcher
B519 CTG, 40MM, PRACTICE, M781
B546 CTG, 40MM, HE DP, M433
2-B-8
Weapon: M249 5.56mm Light Machinegun - Squad Automatic Weapon
A062 CTG, 5.56MM, BALL LINKED
A064 CTG, 5.56MM, 4&1 LINKED, F/SAW
A075 CTG, 5.56MM, BLANK, LINKED
Weapon: M4 Series Carbine

A059 CTG, 5.56MM, BALL, M855
A080 CTG, 5.56MM, BLANK
Weapon: Munitions/Demolitions
G811 GRENADE, HAND, PRACTICE (BODY)
G878 FUZE, DELAY, F/G811 PRAC GREN
G881 GRENADE, HAND, FRAG, M67
G940 GRENADE, HAND, SMOKE, GREEN
G945 GRENADE, HAND, SMOKE, YELLOW
K143 MINE, APERS, M18A1, W/ACCES
COMMUNICATIONS DUTY AREA 0321-COMM-4200
0321-COMM-4201 Establish communications in a tactical environment
CONDITION: The reconnaissance element is supporting tactical

operations and has deployed teams. A communications plan has been
distributed.
STANDARD: Communications with appropriate agencies maintained

sufficient to ensure timely reporting and receiving of
information.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Demonstrate effective frequency and antenna separation.
2. Select and correctly employ the proper antenna.
3. Follow correct safety techniques applicable to organic
communications equipment.
4. Follow proper grounding procedures.
5. Employ ECCM techniques.
6. Demonstrate effective equipment power supply management to
ensure reliable communications.
7. Follow correct operator procedures for voice or digital
communications.
2-B-9
8. Employ COMSEC equipment properly, and operators use correct
COMSEC procedures.
9. Employ techniques to alleviate terrain, environmental and
weather conditions affecting equipment employment.
10. Employ proper communications site security and operational
procedures IAW unit SOP.
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-2202 0321-COMM-2201 0321-COMM-1206
0321-COMM-1205 0321-COMM-1204 0321-COMM-1203
0321-COMM-1202 0321-COMM-1201
REFERENCES:
1. MCWP 6-22 Communication and Information Systems
2. MCRP 6-22C Radio Operator's Handbook
3. MCRP 6-22D Field Antenna Handbook
RESOURCES:
1. Communications Suite
FIRE SUPPORT DUTY AREA 0321-FSPT-4300
0321-FSPT-4301 Engage a Target with Supporting Arms (surface to

surface)
EVALUATION CODED: YES SUPPORTED MET(S): 1,4
DESCRIPTION: In a given tactical scenario, control supporting

arms (surface to surface) to suppress, neutralize or destroy a
designated target.
CONDITION: Given a target between 2000 and 5000 meters from

observer, locate and engage with indirect surface fires.
STANDARD: Target is suppressed, neutralized or destroyed in a

timely fashion.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Control Mortar fires.
2. Control Artillery fires.
3. Control Naval Surface fires.
2-B-10
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-1203 0321-COMM-1202 0321-FSPT-2306
0321-FSPT-1301
REFERENCES:
1. MCWP 3-16.6 Supporting Arms Observer, Spotter and Controller
2. MCWP 3-16 Techniques and Procedures for Fire Support
Coordination
3. JP 3-09 Joint Fire Support
4. MCWP 3-16.6A Joint Fire Multi-service Procedures for Joint
Application of Fire Support
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range: Suitable for indirect, dud producing fires
2. RSO
3. Optics Devices
5. Mortar / Artillery Unit
6. Naval Surface Fires Platform
7. Combined Arms Staff Trainer (CAST)
ADMINISTRATIVE INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Representatives from supporting arms agency as dictated by
local regulations.
0321-FSPT-4302 Engage a Target with Close Air Support

(Rotary/Fixed Wing)
EVALUATION CODED: YES SUPPORTED MET(S): 1,4
DESCRIPTION: In a tactical scenario, the controller has

identified a target and decided to engage using Type I, II or III
control to suppress, neutralize or destroy a designated target.
CONDITION: Given a tactical scenario, a controller and identified

target.

timely fashion, marks provided by indirect firing agencies are
sufficient to enable rotary or fixed wing aircraft to acquire
their target and deliver ordnance within available on-station
time.
2-B-11
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Control rotary wing CAS.
2. Control fixed wing CAS.
0321-FSPT-4301
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-1202 0321-FSPT-2306
REFERENCES:
1. MCWP 3-23.1 Close Air support
Coordination
6. JP 3-09.3 Joint Tactics, Techniques and Procedures for Close
Air Support
RESOURCES:
1. Close Air Support (CAS) aircraft/Forward Air Controller (FAC)
2. Impact area: RSO
3. Mortar/Artillery Unit
4. TSFO - Trainer Support Forward Observer
5. CAST - Combined Arms Staff Trainer
7. FW/RW CAS
1. Supporting unit should contribute to the planning.
2. Forward Air Controller or current requirement.
3. Joint Tactical Air Controller (JTAC) - (new STANDARD).
Universal Ground Spotter (UGS) – (new STANDARD).
0321-FSPT-4303 Plan and conduct a laser guided close air support
EVALUATION CODED: NO SUPPORTED MET(S): 1,4
DESCRIPTION: The unit is conducting a tactical operation. A

suitable target is identified for an immediate attack by air. The
Forward Air Controller (FAC) is equipped with a laser designator
2-B-12
and has decided to mark the target using laser designation.
Suppress, neutralize or destroy a designated target.
CONDITION: Given a tactical situation, appropriate laser

designation equipment and qualified operator.

timely fashion, target designation provided by lasing equipment is
sufficient to enable rotary or fixed wing aircraft to acquire
their target and deliver ordnance within available on-station
time.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Conduct fire support planning, coordinating with applicable
agencies, support platforms.
2. Employ target designation equipment.
3. Conduct immediate laser-guided CAS.
4. Conduct pre-planned laser guided CAS.
0321-FSPT-4301 0321-FSPT-4302
CHAINED COLLECTIVE EVENTS:

0321-FSPT-4302
RELATED ITS:
0321-FSPT-2307 0321-FSPT-2303 0321-FSPT-2302
REFERENCES:
2. OH 6-2D Joint Laser Designator Procedures
Coordination
7. JP 3-09.3 Joint Tactics, Techniques and Procedures for Close
Air Support
RESOURCES:
1. Approved LASER range/impact area: RSO
2. Close Air Support (CAS) aircraft/Forward Air Controller (FAC)
3. Approved laser designator (i.e. MULE)
4. Optics Devices
6. FW/RW CAS
2-B-13
1. Forward Air Controller or current requirement.
2. Joint Tactical Air Controller (JTAC) - (new STANDARD).
3. Laser Range Safety Officer.
SURVEILLANCE DUTY AREA 0321-SURV-4400
0321-SURV-4401 Occupy an observation point / perform surveillance
CONDITION: Given a mission to occupy observation post(s) or

conduct surveillance of a specified point, means of insert/extract
and methods of communication, an enemy with air and EW threat, the
recon element reports information without compromise.
STANDARD: Selected observation post sites offer good fields of

fire and cover and concealment, information reported is in
accordance with established CCIRs and supports commander’s
decision points.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Establish communications links from OP.
2. Occupy, conduct mission and withdraw IAW unit SOP, to include
sterilization of site.
3. Designated personnel occupy assigned OP with appropriate
equipment.
4. Ops transmit accurate and timely reporting IAW mission
requirements.
0321-PAT-4103

0321-PAT -4103 0321-PAT -4105
RELATED ITS:
0321-SURV-1401 0321-PAT -2102
2-B-14
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
2. Role players - Enemy
0321-SURV-4402 Employ organic photography equipment to collect

and transmit required information.
CONDITION: Given assigned objectives to observe, an enemy with

ground, air and EW capability, organic photographic and
communications equipment.
STANDARD: Transmitted information is relevant, legible and

usable. Transmission conducted without electronic signature
compromise.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Capture images using organic photographic equipment.
2. Manipulate/Annotate image using organic photographic and
computer equipment.
3. Transmit information.
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-2201 0321-COMM-1204 0321-COMM-1203
0321-COMM-1202 0321-COMM-1201
RESOURCES:
2. Photographic Equipment
4. Communications / Data receiving station
1. This task may be trained to standard as a stand-alone event,
or in conjunction with OP missions.
2-B-15
DEMOLITIONS DUTY AREA 0321-DEMO-4800
0321-DEMO-4801 Plan and prepare for the employment of

demolitions, conventional and improvised, in conjunction with
offensive and defensive operations
EVALUATION CODED: NO SUPPORTED MET(S): 1,2,3,4,6,7
CONDITION: Given qualified personnel, a tactical scenario, during

day/night/periods of low visibility, with or without combat
equipment, prepare for the employment of demolitions both
conventional and improvised.

EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Plan for the employment of demolitions, conventional and
improvised, in conjunction with offensive and defensive
operations.
2. Issue demolitions annex.
3. Conduct Pre-Mission procedures.
4. Prepare and inspect all demolitions equipment to be used, to
include mission oriented equipment.
5. Conduct brief backs on demolitions peculiar areas, i.e.,
demolitions emergencies, priming techniques/procedures, method of
attachment, signals etc.
6. Prepare delivery vehicle, to include staging of all equipment,
as applicable.
7. Conduct rehearsals.
0321-DEMO-4801

0321-DEMO-4801 0321-PAT-4100 0321-PLAT-5200
RELATED ITS:
0321-DEMO-2800 0321-DEMO-1800
RESOURCES:
1. Appropriate demolition range (if ammunition is used)
2. Grenade pit with stationary targets at 20-40 meters
2-B-16
REFERENCES:
2. FM 23-23 Antipersonnel Mine M18A1 Claymore
3. FM 23-30 Grenades and Pyrotechnic Signals
4. FM 5-250 Explosives and Demolitions
5. FM 5-34 Engineer Field Data; Field Expedient Charges
6. MCWP 5-1 Marine Corps Planning Process
9. MCWP 3-41.2 Raid Operations
10. TM 9-1375-213-12 Demolition Materials
11. Local Range Regulations
1. Participants in this event must be qualified BRC graduates.
2. Appropriate safety/support personnel and equipment.
3. In training, all safety requirements followed as per listed
references.
0321-DEMO-4802 Employ demolitions, conventional and improvised,

in conjunction with offensive and defensive operations
EVALUATION CODED: NO SUPPORTED MET(S): 1,2,3,4,6,7
CONDITION: Given qualified personnel, a tactical scenario, during

day/night/periods of low visibility, with or without combat
equipment, employ demolitions both conventional and improvised.
STANDARD: Demolitions, when detonated, achieved desired effects

without causing injury to team members.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Insert into area of operations.
2. Employ demolitions as required by the mission.
A. Employ demolitions to create an obstacle.
B. Employ demolitions in counter-mobility operations.
C. Employ demolitions to clear an obstacle.
3. Detonate or recover demolitions charges as required by the
mission.
4. Conduct a planned withdrawal from the area of operations.
0321-DEMO-4801 0321-DEMO-4802
2-B-17
RELATED ITS:
0321-DEMO-2800 0321-DEMO-1800

0321-DEMO-4801 0321-DEMO-4802 0321-PAT-4100
0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
11. Local Range Regulations
RESOURCES:
2. Demolitions equipment, and related mission essential equipment
3. Grenade pit with stationary targets at 20-40 meters
references.
RECON PLATOONS 0321-PLAT-5000
0321-PLAT-5101 Conduct platoon planning
CONDITION: The reconnaissance unit has been tasked to conduct

patrols. A reconnaissance team has been designated and is in
receipt of the reconnaissance operations order, the command
element of the supported unit desires coordination. The
reconnaissance element commander has determined the method of
entry into the area of operations. The distances involved require
2-B-18
patrol movement over a minimum of 12 miles. One obstacle
requiring the installation of a retrievable rappelling site or the
employment of a rope bridge is also required.

order’s timeline.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Plan and prepare for mission.
2. Receive Warning Order.
3. Issue order and supervise subordinate preparations.
4. Analyze the mission and available information to identify
specific tasks with respect to the commander's guidance, Mission,
Enemy, Terrain, Troops-Time, Space and Logistics (METT-TSL), and
Key-terrain, Obstacles, Cover and concealment, Observation and
fields of fire, Avenues of approach (KOCOA).
5. Issue a warning order to subordinate units in sufficient time
to allow for planning and preparation.
6. Review essential elements of friendly information, and
immediately initiate measures to reduce OPSEC indicators.
7. Use standardized procedures contained in Standard Operating
Procedures (SOPs) to develop a day and night patrol schedule.
8. Review available patrol reports in the area.
9. Request available intelligence and combat information on the
enemy, his disposition, his capabilities, his intentions (DRAW-
DE), his identified vulnerabilities, the area of operations, and
the weather.
10. Request imagery and other available special topographic
products.
11. Conduct a detailed terrain analysis to highlight military
aspects of terrain using Key-terrain, Obstacles, Cover and
concealment, Observation and fields of fire, Avenues of approach
(KOCOA).
12. Prepare a detailed description, sketch, or terrain model of
routes of advance into the objective area.
13. Evaluate the effects of weather and astro-data on both
friendly and enemy forces, i.e., ambient light levels and
trafficability.
14. Coordinate procedures to allow for timely updates on the
threat and the weather while on patrol.
15. Assign tasks to individual teams and provide required
support, personnel, equipment, supplies, and ammunition.
16. Provide and brief the Rules of Engagement (ROE) to
subordinates.
17. Develop control measures specific to assigned mission.
2-B-19
18. Identify and coordinate available fire support i.e., air,
naval surface fire support, artillery, and mortars, and procedures
to request these assets.
19. Coordinate patrol plan with adjacent units, if required.
20. Identify and coordinate insertion and extraction means.
21. Prepare a patrol operations order.
22. Develop and coordinate withdrawal plans and other
contingencies, i.e., downed aircraft and mass casualties.

0321-PAT -4101
RELATED ITS:
0321-PAT –1101 0321-PAT –1102 0321-PAT -1103
0321-COMM-1207 0321-SURV-1403 0321-FSPT-2301
0321-FSPT-2302 0321-FSPT-2303 0321-OPS -2100
REFERENCES:
OPERATIONS DUTY AREA 0321-OPS-7000
0321-OPS-7101 Conduct HQ planning and coordination
DESCRIPTION: An embarked Marine Air Ground Task Force, supported

by reconnaissance units, has been alerted concerning a political
situation that requires an amphibious landing by elements of the
Marine Air Ground Task Force. The Marine Air Ground Task Force is
currently in transit. A CVEG is also en route. The threat forces
have direct and indirect fire, both fixed and rotary wing
aircraft, and EW capabilities. The Marine Air Ground Task Force
command element is formed and has received an initial brief.
CONDITION: Given a mission and associated execution timeline,

conduct planning and coordination.
STANDARD: Planning sequences, products and orders development

process are in accordance with the references, and in accordance
with establishing directive / timelines.
2-B-20
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Mission Analysis
2. COA DEVELOPMENT
3. COA WARGAME / ANALYSIS
4. COA COMPARISON / DECISION
5. ORDERS DEV
6. TRANSITION / BOARDWALK
7. Conduct coordination with higher, adjacent, subordinate staffs
as required during the planning process.
1. Scope of planning which occurs at Recon Co (of the Recon Bn)
level, includes all stated component steps with exception to step
#3 - Company does not conduct wargaming.
RELATED ITS:
0321-FSPT-2302 0321-FSPT-2303
REFERENCES:
1. MCDP 1 Warfighting
2. MCDP 1-0 Marine Corps Operations
4. FMFM 6-3 Marine Infantry Battalion
5. FMFM 3-1 Command and Staff Action
0321-OPS-7102 Operate a Reconnaissance Operations Center (ROC)
DESCRIPTION: The reconnaissance detachment, platoon, company or

battalion has been tasked with a mission that will require the
establishment of a ROC to facilitate command and control as well
as facilitate information processing and exchange between employed
reconnaissance teams and higher/adjacent/supported agencies.
CONDITION: Given a combat operations situation, all required

personnel and C4I-related infrastructure and equipment,
demonstrate the ability to control employed reconnaissance teams,
as well as receiving, processing and disseminating information for
use by higher, adjacent and supported units.
2-B-21
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Establish ROC, with all operations, intelligence and
communications staff functions represented.
2. Establish ROC watch schedule.
3. Review, implement ROC SOP.
4. Task employed teams as required.
5. Receive and record information systematically from teams,
platoons, companies, higher headquarters and adjacent units.
6. Evaluate information as to pertinence and accuracy as it is
received in the ROC.
7. Determine requirements for dissemination of information
received.
8. Determine means of transmitting information to HHQ's and/or
adjacent/supported units.
9. Transmit information via C2PC or other communications assets
to HHQ for input into the Common Operational Picture (COP).
10. Maintain and update situational maps on C2PC and wall maps as
necessary.
11. Maintain and update information on operations, intelligence
and communications contingency boards displayed in ROC.
12. Integrate with HHQ, FSC, Current Operations, Future
Operations and other supported agency planning efforts in support
of current and future missions.
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-1201 0321-COMM-1202 0321-COMM-1203
0321-COMM-1204 0321-COMM-1205 0321-FSPT-1301
0321-COMM-2201 0321-COMM-2202 0321-OPS -2100
REFERENCES:
4. MCDP 1-0 Marine Corps Operations
RESOURCES:
1. Reconnaissance Operations Center (ROC), i.e. tents, hangars or
built-up structures, antenna farm, operations cell w/ equipment,
intelligence cell w/ equipment and communications cell w/
equipment and MK vehicles.
2. Combined Arms Staff Trainer (CAST)
3. Simulation Center
2-B-22
4. Common Operational Picture input, i.e. C2PC gateway to higher,
IOSv1, IOSv2, AFATDS/ADOCS clients.
0321-OPS-7103 Process and disseminate intelligence information
CONDITION: The unit has tasked collection assets and has begun to
receive reports from the tasked elements.

EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Record information systematically for ease of study and
comparison and identify any information shortfalls from the
original Essential Elements of Information (EEI's) requested.
2. Evaluate information as to pertinence, reliability of source,
and accuracy.
3. Analyze information to isolate significant elements with
respect to the mission and operations of the command.
4. Integrates the collected information with other information to
form a logical picture or hypothesis of enemy activities that
might influence the mission of the command.
5. Interprets information to determine significance and forms
logical conclusions that can serve as the basis for determining
the effects on the current intelligence estimate.
6. Determine requirements for dissemination, i.e., timeliness,
usability of form, pertinence, and security.
7. Determine form of presentation and select the means of
transmission.
8. Provides responsive, timely, and pertinent intelligence
support to all elements of the battalion.
9. Coordinate with the S-3 and FSC to determine target areas of
interest (TAI) and recommend targets for inclusion in the target
list of the higher command.
10. Maintains enemy situation map and/or graphic record to
portray collection assets and ongoing reconnaissance/surveillance
missions.
11. Recommends updating Essential Elements of Information
(EEI's)/OIRs to battalion commander/battalion staff officers based
upon current intelligence and/or changes in the battalion's
2-B-23
tactical disposition.
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-2201 0321-OPS -2103 0321-OPS -2104
0321-SENS-2702 0321-SENS-2701
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
2-B-24
CHAPTER 2
APPENDIX C
MET 2: CONDUCT SPECIALIZED RECONNAISSANCE. ASSIST IN
SPECIALIZED ENGINEER, NUCLEAR, BIOLOGICAL, AND CHEMICAL, RADIO,
MOBILE, AND OTHER UNIQUE RECONNAISSANCE MISSIONS.
MOUNTED RECONNAISSANCE DUTY AREA 0321-MOBL-4100
0321-MOBL-4101 Maintain vehicles
EVALUATION CODED: NO SUPPORTED MET(S): 2
CONDITION: Given vehicles with mounted radios and crew-served

weapons, perform appropriate maintenance.
STANDARD: Maintenance procedures consistent with recommendations

of Technical Manuals, mounted equipment and unit SOPs.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Make repairs on all equipment using skills of team and on-
board tools and parts.
2. Ensure proper Pre-, During, and Post-mission preventative
maintenance (PM) of vehicles.
3. Maintain parts block and POL (petroleum, oil, lubricants).
4. Maintain tool kits.
REFERENCES:
1. FM 31-23 Special Forces Mounted Operations (TTPs)
2. TM 04751-10 Operators Manual, Fast Attack Vehicle (FAV)
3. Yamaha Grizzly YFM660FP Owners Manual
RESOURCES:
1. Class IX (parts block)
2. Crew-Served Weapons: HMG, MMG, MK-19
2-C-1
1. Licensed drivers required; vehicle mechanics and technicians
might be needed.
0321-MOBL-4102 Conduct mounted movement techniques
CONDITION: Given vehicles with mounted radios, crew-served

weapons, a designated base unit, situation and suitable terrain.
STANDARD: Movement techniques appropriate to mission, terrain,

environmental conditions and unit SOPs.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Employ method of travel
2. Employ movement techniques
3. Employ formations / actions at halts
0321-PAT-4101 0321-PAT-4102
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
2. Optics Devices: Day, Night, and Thermal
3. Navigational Aids
4. Live fire and maneuver range
5. Vehicles with mounted Crew-Served Weapons
1. The term "mounted" may pertain to livestock as well as
vehicles.
2. Licensed drivers required, vehicle mechanics and technicians
might be needed.
2-C-2
0321-MOBL-4103 Conduct mounted / dismounted engagements
CONDITION: Mounted unit receives fire from an enemy force.

0321-PAT-4101 0321-PAT-4102 0321-PAT-4103
0321-MOBL-4101 0321-MOBL-4102 0321-MOBL-4106
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Mounted unit conducts immediate action drill appropriate to
given tactical situation.

0321-PAT -4108
RELATED ITS:
0321-FSPT-1301 0321-FSPT-2301 0321-FSPT-2304
REFERENCES:
2. MCWP 3-15.1 Machine Guns and Machine Gun Gunnery
RESOURCES:

B508 CTG, 40MM, GREEN SMOKE GROUND
B509 CTG, 40MM, YELLOW SMOKE GROUND
B576 CTG, 40MM, TP
G930 GRENADE, HAND, SMOKE, WHITE
L307 SIGNAL, WHITE STAR CLUSTER
L312 SIGNAL, WHITE STAR PARACHUTE
L314 SIGNAL, GREEN STAR CLUSTER
2-C-3
L324 SIGNAL, GREEN PARACHUTE
Weapon: M16 Series 5.56mm Service Rifle

A059 CTG, 5.56MM, BALL, M855
Weapon: M2 .50 cal Heavy Machinegun

A585 CTG, CAL .50, API-T LINK, F/M2
A598 CTG, CAL .50, BLANK LINK, F/M2
Weapon: M240G 7.62mm Medium Machinegun

A111 CTG, 7.62MM, BLANK LINKED, M82
A131 CTG, 7.62MM, LINKED 4&1

Weapon: Mk19 40mm Grenade Machinegun

B542 CTG, 40MM, LINKED, HE DP F/MK19
B584 CTG, 40MM, PRACTICE, LINKED
may be needed.
0321-MOBL-4104 Conduct vehicular navigation

weapons.
STANDARD: Unit arrives at destination via most appropriate route

based on mission, terrain, and environmental conditions, within
specified time.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Employ navigational aids
2. Navigate in rugged terrain (both on and off-road)
3. Navigate in an urban environment
4. Maintain navigation logbook
2-C-4
0321-PAT-4101 0321-PAT-4102 0321-PAT-4103
0321-MOBL-4101 0321-MOBL-4102 0321-FSPT-4301
REFERENCES:
2. FM 21-6 Map Reading and Land Navigation
RESOURCES:
might be needed.
0321-MOBL-4105 Conduct Laager-site operations

weapons.

EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Occupy laager site
2. Employ security (vehicle)
3. Camouflage vehicles
4. Perform priorities of work
5. Vacate laager site
0321-PAT-4101 0321-PAT-4102 0321-PAT-4103
0321-MOBL-4101 0321-MOBL-4102 0321-FSPT-4301
REFERENCES:
2-C-5
RESOURCES:
6. Vehicle Hide Kit
may be needed.
0321-MOBL-4106 Employ T/E crew-served weapons

weapons.
STANDARD: Effects on target achieved. Time required consistent

with range, visibility and movement patterns/rate of targets.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Employ mounted crew-served weapons in support of mounted
operations.
2. Employ mounted crew-served weapons in support of dismounted
operations.
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
2-C-6
B576 CTG, 40MM, TP
A059 CTG, 5.56MM, BALL, M855


A131 CTG, 7.62MM, LINKED 4&1


might be needed.
0321-MOBL-4107 Conduct self/assisted vehicle recovery

weapons.
2-C-7
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Recover vehicle unassisted using traction plates and pioneer
kit.
2. Recover vehicle assisted using another vehicle using tow
straps and winch.
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
might be needed.
0321-MOBL-4108 Employ vehicle-mounted communications

weapons, tactical scenario and appropriate sized training area.
STANDARD: Units able to communicate while moving sufficient to

maintain command and control.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Conduct vehicle movement as a unit.
2. Employ vehicle-mounted communications to control movement and
maintain contact with higher, adjacent, supporting units.
3. Employ alternate signaling methods of communications in
periods of degraded visibility, IAW unit SOP.
2-C-8
0321-FSPT-4301

0321-COMM-4201
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-1201 0321-COMM-1202 0321-COMM-1203
0321-COMM-1204 0321-COMM-1205 0321-COMM-2202
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
may be needed.
URBAN R&S DUTY AREA 0321-MOUT-4100
0321-MOUT-4101 Move through a built-up area
CONDITION: Given an enemy located in the urban area. Recon

element must transit through the area without compromise.
STANDARD: Recon element transits through the area without

compromise. If compromise unavoidable based on maneuver
restrictions, unit conducts immediate actions appropriate to the
situation and in accordance with SOPs.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Unit halts in a covered and concealed position outside of the
urban area.
2. Identify appropriate route through urban area.
2-C-9
3. Move forward as 2 elements: a movement element and an
overwatch element based on METT-T.
a. The movement element moves forward, scouts danger areas.
b. The overwatch element moves behind the lead element and
secures the flanks and rear. It also provides fire support if
required.
c. As necessary, these elements, or parts of them, exchange
roles.
4. Move along underground passages, through or behind buildings,
along walls, and over rooftops as required.
5. Move in single file along both sides of the street, staying
close to the buildings, but off the walls.
6. Move quickly and remain dispersed 3 to 5 meters apart,
assigning individuals an area to observe on the opposite side of
the street.
7. When moving with 2 units abreast, each unit overwatches the
buildings across the street, observing the stories above the
opposite unit.
a. Avoid streets, alleys, and other open areas unless
necessary.
b. Cross urban danger areas using maximum cover, concealment,
speed, and overwatch.
8. Use sound, smoke, rubble, and debris for protection.
9. Clear buildings, as necessary, to continue movement.
10. Identify, report and bypass enemy obstacles and mines. Mark
only as required.
REFERENCES:
2. FMFM 6-5 Marine Rifle Platoon/Squad
3. MCWP 3-35.3 Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain
RESOURCES:
1. MOUT Facility/MOUT training area: Live fire capable
2. Imagery Support
3. Helicopter support
4. Live fire MOUT facility / Training area

G950 GRENADE, HAND, SMOKE, RED
2-C-10
L311 SIGNAL, RED STAR PARACHUTE
L367 SIMULATOR, AT GM AND RKT, M72

A059 CTG, 5.56MM, BALL, M855
A066 CTG, 5.56MM, BALL

Weapon: M40 Series 7.62mm Sniper Rifle

A171 CTG, 7.62MM, BALL, MATCH, M852
Weapon: M9 9mm Pistol

A260 CTG, 9MM, SUBSONIC JHP
A363 CTG, 9MM, BALL
0321-MOUT-4102 Establish an OP in an urban area
CONDITION: Given enemy units located in the urban area, a semi-

permissive, non-permissive or permissive environment, the recon
element establishes OP as required by the mission and transmits
collected information without compromise.
STANDARD: Selected observation post sites offer good fields of

fire and cover and concealment, information reported is in
accordance with established CCIRs and supports commander’s
decision points.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Clear rooms/building at each stage of movement.
2. Employ early warning devices.
3. Designate escape routes and rally points.
4. Construct hide site to include observation/shooting &
communications area.
5. Execute reporting procedures IWA unit SOP.
6. Sterilize site on withdrawal.
2-C-11
0321-FSPT-4301

0321-SURV-4401
RELATED ITS:
0321-SURV-1401 0321-COMM-1201 0321-PAT -1104
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. MOUT Facility / MOUT training area
2. Live fire MOUT facility / Training area

C995 ROCKET 83MM AT-4
L367 SIMULATOR, AT GM AND RKT, M72


A059 CTG, 5.56MM, BALL, M855

A171 CTG, 7.62MM, BALL, MATCH, M852
Weapon: M9 9mm Pistol

A363 CTG, 9MM, BALL
2-C-12
1. This event will require urban hide construction material.
0321-MOUT-4103 Execute a deliberate ambush
DESCRIPTION: The unit had been ordered to execute a point ambush

in a designated area of operations. The unit is operating
separately and must provide own security. Both friendly and enemy
units have indirect fire available.
CONDITION: Given an ambush site, with appropriate personnel and

equipment, and day/night periods of low visibility, conduct a
deliberate ambush.
STANDARD: If using live ammunition, all targets must be destroyed

by organic weapons to accomplish this task to standard. Measures
of effectiveness of ambush based on tactical situation and
adherence to unit SOPs.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Conduct reconnaissance of tentative ambush site.
2. Identify and confirm kill zone.
3. Organize unit into assault element, support element and a
security element.
4. Establish positions by assault element, support element and
security element.
5. Employ explosives/demolitions, supporting arms, etc. in
support of the ambush.
6. Initiate ambush upon enemy forces.
7. Initiate EPW procedures if required.
8. Conduct search if required.
9. Conduct consolidation of forces.
10. Withdraw from ambush site.

0321-PAT -4108
RELATED ITS:
0321-FSPT-1301 0321-PAT -2103
2-C-13
REFERENCES:
2. FM 21-75 Combat Skills of the Soldier
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range with moving targets

G895 GRENADE, HAND, ILLUM, MK1-2
G924 GRENADE, HAND, RIOT, CS-1, M25
G963 GRENADE, HAND, SMOKE, CS, M7A3
K013 TRIP WIRE
K143 MINE, APERS, M18A1, W/ACCES 2 per iteration
L495 FLARE, SURFACE, TRIP, M49A1
M456 DETONATING CORD
Weapon: M136 AT-4


A576 CTG, CAL .50, 4&1 LINKED, F/M2
Weapon: M203 40mm grenade launcher

B519 CTG, 40MM, PRACTICE, M781 4 per weapon
B534 CTG, 40mm, APERS
Weapon: M240G 7.62mm medium machinegun

A131 CTG, 7.62MM, LINKED 4&1 200 per weapon
Weapon: M249 5.56mm light machinegun - squad automatic weapon

A064 CTG, 5.56MM, 4&1 LINKED, F/SAW 200 per weapon
2-C-14
A059 CTG, 5.56MM, BALL, M855 84 per weapon

1. Requires RSO / SLAP.
2. Requires appropriate support / safety personnel.
3. Live ammunition is preferred if training facilities are
available but this task can be accomplished to standard* with
blank ammunition.
4. * Downgrade justification - blank ammunition authorized when
adequate live-fire training facilities are not available.
NBC DUTY AREA 0321-NBC-4600
0321-NBC-4601 Plan for NBC reconnaissance
CONDITION: Given a contaminated or suspected contaminated

environment, appropriate NBC monitor survey equipment and
appropriate task organization for this mission, plan for
conducting NBC reconnaissance.
STANDARD: Result of planning is a recon unit is appropriately

task organized and equipped to operate within a contaminated
environment and conduct monitor-survey operations.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Conduct mission planning taking into account the environment,
contamination threat and decontamination requirements.
REFERENCES:
1. MCWP 3-37.3 NBC Decontamination
2. FM 3-4 NBC Protection
3. FM 3-5 NBC Decontamination
4. FM 3-7 NBC Handbook
2-C-15
1. Downgrade justification: This event will be evaluated using a
simulated contaminated environment, or by using DoD approved
contamination simulators.
2. Evaluation of this event should incorporate 5711 NBC experts.
0321-NBC-4602 Conduct NBC reconnaissance
CONDITION: Given a contaminated or suspected contaminated

environment, appropriate NBC monitor survey equipment and
appropriate task organization for this mission, conducting NBC
reconnaissance.
STANDARD: Recon unit is appropriately task organized and equipped

to operate within a contaminated environment and conduct monitor-
survey operations.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Team properly employs detection equipment to collect required
information.
2. Team transmits collected information while in MOPP level
appropriate for the environment.
3. Team determines contamination level at extract site and safely
extracts.
4. Team tactically employs protective measures as required.
0321-PAT-4101
RELATED ITS:
0321-NBC -2601
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. MOPP suits / NBC equipment
2-C-16
2. Training Area where employment of DoD approved non-persistent
chemical agents is authorized (I.E. G963 & K765)

K765 CHEMICAL AGENT, CS1
1. Downgrade justification: This event will be evaluated using a
simulated contaminated environment, or by using DoD approved
contamination simulators.
2. Marines should be current on Individual Protective Measures
(IPM).
3. Evaluation of this event should incorporate 5711 NBC experts.
0321-NBC-4603 Conduct deliberate decontamination of personnel and

equipment
CONDITION: A chemical agent has contaminated Equipment. Hasty

decontamination has been accomplished. Time is available for
complete decontamination. Decontamination support from a
decontamination unit is available upon request.
STANDARD: Decontamination procedures followed sufficient to

prevent spread of decontamination or to subject team members to
further risk of injury.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Coordination is made with the supporting unit as to time of
arrival, estimated time of completion, and location of
decontamination site.
2. Recon element arrives at MOPP gear exchange/vehicle wash-down
assembly area and organizes for processing.
3. Conduct decontamination of personnel and equipment with the
assistance of a qualified NBC unit.
REFERENCES:
2-C-17
ADMIN NOTE: THE FOLLOWING TASKS ARE EVENTS UNDER MET 2 AS WELL
AS MET 1. REFER TO MET 1 APPENDIX FOR COMPLETE EVENT DETAILS.
0321-PAT-4104 Gather information to complete NATO reports
0321-PAT-4107 Maintain operational security
0321-DEMO-4801 Plan and prepare for the employment of

demolitions, conventional and improvised, in conjunction with
offensive and defensive operations
0321-DEMO-4802 Employ demolitions, conventional and improvised,

in conjunction with offensive and defensive operations
2-C-18
CHAPTER 2
APPENDIX D
MET 3: CONDUCT INITIAL TERMINAL GUIDANCE (ITG) FOR HELICOPTERS,
LANDING CRAFT, AND PARACHUTISTS.
ITG DUTY AREA 0321-ITG-4501
0321-ITG-4501 Plan and conduct Initial Terminal Guidance
CONDITION: The reconnaissance element has been given the mission

to provide ITG for either an air or surface landing and will plan,
coordinate and insert to accomplish the mission. Supported
aircraft or landing craft/vehicles arrive at designated posts.
STANDARD: Performance measurable based on adherence to the

mission profile and unit sops during the conduct of listed event
components.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Navigate to the landing site without compromise and establish
observation over the area.
2. Conduct a recon and confirm the developed plan, or make
necessary changes.
3. Establish required communications in a timely manner, and
transmit any required changes.
4. Establish the landing site within the required time and
according to procedures as directed during planning.
5. Control and adjust landing craft with communications and/or
visual signals as required.
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-1203 0321-COMM-1202 0321-ITG -2501
REFERENCES:
1. FMFM 6-21, Tactical Fundamentals of Helicopterborne Operations
2-D-1
2. MCRP 3-11.4 Tactical Fundamentals of Helicopterborne
Operations
3. NAVAIR 51-40ACB-2, Airfield Emergency Portable Marker Light,
Battery Powered, Type I
4. Pathfinder Operations
RESOURCES:
1. Assault Support Aircraft
Include appropriate signal equipment IAW signal plan.
2. Helicopter landing zone Or Beach Landing Site
1. This event requires presence of RSO.
ADMIN NOTE: THE FOLLOWING TASKS ARE EVENTS, WHICH APPEAR FIRST, AND IN THEIR
ENTIRETY, UNDER MET 1. REFER TO MET 1 APPENDIX FOR COMPLETE
EVENT DETAILS
0321-DEMO-4801 Plan and prepare for the employment of demolitions,

conventional and improvised, in conjunction with offensive and
defensive operations
0321-DEMO-4802 Employ demolitions, conventional and improvised, in

conjunction with offensive and defensive operations
2-D-2
CHAPTER 2
APPENDIX E
MET 4: DESIGNATE AND ENGAGE SELECTED TARGETS WITH FORCE FIRES
AND OTHER OPERATIONS TO SUPPORT BATTLESPACE SHAPING. THIS
INCLUDES TERMINAL GUIDANCE OF PRECISION-GUIDED MUNITIONS.
EVENT DETAILS


0321-FSPT-4301 Engage a target with supporting arms (surface to

surface)
0321-FSPT-4302 Engage a target with Close Air Support (rotary or

fixed wing)
0321-FSPT-4303 Plan and conduct a laser guided close air support

mission
2-E-1
2-E-2
CHAPTER 2
APPENDIX F
MET 5: CONDUCT POST-STRIKE RECONNAISSANCE TO DETERMINE AND
REPORT BATTLE DAMAGE TO A SPECIFIC TARGET OR AREA.
EVENT DETAILS
2-F-1
CHAPTER 2
APPENDIX G
MET 6: CONDUCT COUNTER-RECONNAISSANCE.
EVENT DETAILS


2-G-1
CHAPTER 2
APPENDIX H
MET 7: CONDUCT LIMITED SCALE RAIDS.
0321-PLAT-5201: Conduct a limited scale raid
SUSTAINMENT INTERVAL: 3 MONTHS
CONDITION: Given a specific target, with appropriate personnel

and equipment, day/night/periods of low visibility, and with
appropriate supporting agencies/assets.
STANDARD: Performance measurable based on adherence to mission

profile and unit sops during the conduct of listed event
components.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Organize for the raid and arrange for a planned withdrawal.
2. Disengage security; support, assault elements, and required
special teams, i.e., demolition, PW, and searches.
3. Conduct movement to the objective, ensuring security elements
occupy designated positions to the flanks and rear of the unit.
4. Isolate the objective, placing security/blocking positions
surrounding objective and along avenues of approach to the
objective.
5. Move support element to a covered and concealed position from
which well-aimed fire can be placed on the objective.
6. Establish base of fire, if applicable.
7. Establish assault element at the designated assault position.
8. Initiate support element fires and indirect fires before the
assault.
9. Conduct coordinated assault, utilizing all assets available.
10. Conduct consolidation of forces on/around objective, to
include linkups with adjacent, supporting ground agencies if
applicable.
11. Conduct withdrawal of forces from the objective, as required,
utilizing supporting arms as needed.
2-H-1
0321-PAT-4101 0321-PLAT-5101 0321-OPS-7102

0321-PAT -4101 0321-PAT -4102 0321-PAT -4107
0321-PAT -4108 0321-COMM-4201 0321-FSPT-4302
0321-ITG -4501 0321-PLAT-5101 0321-OPS -7101
RELATED ITS:
0321-PAT -1107 0321-PAT –1108 0321-PAT -1109
0321-PAT –1110 0321-PAT –1111 0321-PAT -1112
0321-PAT –2101 0321-PAT -2103 0321-PAT -2104
0321-FSPT-1301 0321-WPNS-1100 0321-WPNS-2100
REFERENCES:
2. FMFM 7-32 Raid Operations
3. FMFM 8-1 Special Operations
5. MCWP 3-11.1 Marine Rifle Company/Platoon
7. MEU(SOC) T&R (DRAFT)
RESOURCES:
3. Live fire MOUT facility / Training area: for conducting raids
in urban environments.
4. Helicopter landing zone
5. Assault support aircraft.
6. FW/RW CAS
7. Roll players
8. Imagery Support

Weapon: 12 Gauge Shotgun
A024 CTG, 12 GAGE, LOCKBUSTER
DWBS CHG DIVERSIONARY FLASH/BANG
G895 GRENADE, HAND, ILLUM, MK1-2
G900 GRENADE, HAND, INCENDIARY, M14 2 per iteration
2-H-2
G924 GRENADE, HAND, RIOT, CS-1, M25
G937 GRENADE, HAND, SMOKE, WP, M36
K092 MINE, APERS, M16/M16A1
K143 MINE, APERS, M18A1, W/ACCES 2 per iteration
L283 SIGNAL, SMK & ILLUM, MARINE
L306 SIGNAL, RED STAR CLUSTER
L323 SIGNAL, RED PARACHUTE
M023 CHG, DEMO, 1 1/4 LB BLOCK C-41
M028 DEMO KIT, BANGALORE TORPEDO
M130 CAP, BLASTING, ELEC
M131 CAP, BLASTING, NON-ELEC
M456 DETONATING CORD
M591 DYNAMITE, MILITARY
M627 FIRING DEVICE, DEMO, PRESS REL
M630 FIRING DEVICE, DEMO, PULL
M670 FUZE, BLASTING, TIME
M766 IGNITOR, TIME, BLASTING, M60
M980 CHG, DEMO EXPLOSIVE SHEET 38FT
M981 CHG, DEMO EXPLOSIVE SHEET 25FT
MM43 CHARGE, FLSC, 60GR, FT
MM56 DET PERCUSSION 175MS DELAY
MN14 FIRING DEVICE, MK54
MU40 CORD DETONATING 400 GR/FT
Weapon: M136 AT-4


2-H-3
A576 CTG, CAL .50, 4&1 LINKED, F/M2
Weapon: M203 40mm Grenade Launcher

B477 CTG, 40MM, WHITE SMOKE
B504 CTG, 40MM, GREEN STAR PARACHUTE
B505 CTG, 40MM, RED STAR PARACHUTE
B506 CTG, 40MM, RED SMOKE GROUND
B519 CTG, 40MM, PRACTICE, M781 4 per weapon
B534 CTG, 40mm, APERS
B535 CTG, 40MM, WHITE STAR PARACHUTE
B567 CTG, 40MM, TACTICAL CS

A131 CTG, 7.62MM, LINKED 4&1 200 per weapon
A143 CTG, 7.62MM, BALL NATO LINKED
A146 CTG, 7.62MM, TRACER NATO LINKED


A171 CTG, 7.62MM, BALL, MATCH, M852 1 per iteration
Weapon: M82A1A .50 cal Special Application Scoped Rifle

A602 CTG, CAL .50, SRTA 1 per iteration

Weapon: MP-5N 9mm Sub-machinegun

A363 CTG, 9MM, BALL
1. RSO.
2. Include appropriate admin support (medical, road guards, etc).
ENTIRETY, UNDER MET 1. REFER TO MET 1 APPENDIX FOR COMPLETE EVENT DETAILS
2-H-4
0321-COMM-4201 Establish communications in a tactical environment.

defensive operations.

conjunction with offensive and defensive operations.
2-H-5
CHAPTER 2
APPENDIX I
MET 8: CONDUCT INSERTION AND EXTRACTION OF RECONNAISSANCE
FORCES IN SUPPORT OF RECON OPERATIONS.
SPECIAL INSERTION / EXTRACTION SKILLS 0321-XXXX-4900
0321-BOAT-4901: Plan for Surface Vessel Deployment Operations

(Destroyer, LHA, LPD, LCAC, LCU, etc)
DESCRIPTION: The reconnaissance element commander has been tasked

to plan for a reconnaissance mission requiring the utilization of
surface vessel deployment for over the horizon insertion and/or
extraction.
CONDITION: Given a surface vessel, during day/night/periods of

low visibility, with or without combat equipment, with a CRRC,
plan for surface vessel deployment operations.

order’s timeline.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Schedule and conduct pre-sail conference with surface vessel.
2. Coordinate for and develop rendezvous plan.
3. Determine method of deployment, i.e., J-Davit, stern gate,
well deck.
4. Coordinate with support platform for deployment operations
procedures.
5. Determine and select appropriate support equipment and
personnel.
6. Request pertinent weather information.
2-I-1
7. Request topographical information.
8. Review contingency and emergency plans.
9. Develop infiltration/exfiltration annex.

0321-BOAT-4904
RELATED ITS:
0321-BOAT-2905 0321-COMM-1207
RESOURCES:
1. Amphibious shipping - Include appropriate deployment and
support equipment (i.e. J-Davit, CRRC, lifting sling, etc).
1. Requires Insertion/Extraction officer. This may be an
Officer, SNCO or NCO.
2. Appropriate support /safety personnel and equipment.
0321-BOAT-4902: Prepare for Surface Vessel Deployment Operations

CONDITION: Given a surface vessel, during day/night periods of

prepare for surface vessel deployment operations.
STANDARD: Preparations, rehearsals and inspections prioritized

based on mission importance and conducted based on time available.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Embarkation aboard platform with personnel and equipment.
2. Prepare and issue operations brief and
infiltration/exfiltration brief.
3. Prepare and issue crew brief.
4. Inspect pertinent surface vessel facilities, i.e., J-
davit, stern gate, well deck, etc.
5. Conduct underway rehearsals, as time permits.
6. Prepare and stage equipment to be used.
7. Review contingency and emergency procedures with personnel and
crew.
RELATED ITS:
2-I-2
0321-BOAT-2905
RESOURCES:
1. Amphibious shipping: Include appropriate deployment and
2. Appropriate support /safety personnel and equipment.
0321-BOAT-4903: Conduct Surface Vessel Deployment Operations

CONDITION: Given a surface vessel, during day/night/periods of

conduct surface vessel deployment operations.
STANDARD: Performance measurable based on adherence to unit SOPs

during the conduct of listed component events.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Conduct final inspections of all equipment and personnel.
2. Deploy appropriate support personnel and crew.
3. Conduct deployment of operational personnel and equipment,
i.e., J- Davit, stern gate, well deck, etc.
4. Maintain critical communications throughout operations.
5. If applicable, arrive and stage at pre-arranged recovery site.
6. If applicable, conduct surface vessel recovery of personnel
and equipment.

0321-BOAT-4906
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-1203
RESOURCES:
1. Amphibious shipping: Include appropriate deployment and
2-I-3
2. Appropriate support/safety personnel and equipment.
0321-BOAT-4904: Plan an Over the Horizon (OTH) Reconnaissance

Insertion
CONDITION: Given a launch platform, during day/night/periods of

low visibility, with an insertion craft, with or without combat
equipment Plan for an over the horizon (OTH)
infiltration/exfiltration.

order’s timeline.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Request pertinent imagery, topographical, hydrographic and
intelligence information.
3. Identify and coordinate with identified support personnel,
platforms and/or agencies, i.e., ships quartermaster, Chief
Boatswain’s mate, aircrews, etc.
4. Calculate fuel usage requirements.
5. Calculate speed/time/weight requirements.
6. Identify and coordinate the movement of delivery craft.
7. Conduct navigational planning.
8. Task organize personnel.

0321-BOAT-4901
RELATED ITS:
0321-BOAT-1911 0321-BOAT-2901
REFERENCES:
1. MCRP 3-11.3A Special Forces Waterborne Operations (TC 31-25)
2. MCRP 3-31.3A Over-the-Horizon Surface Amphibious Operations
3. COMNAVSURFPAC Joint Surf Manual.
2-I-4
RESOURCES:
1. Amphibious shipping: Appropriate deployment platform and
supporting equipment (I.e. CRRC, RHIB etc).
0321-BOAT-4905: Prepare for an Over the Horizon (OTH)

Reconnaissance Insertion

low visibility, with a insertion craft, with or without combat
equipment prepare for an over the horizon (OTH)

EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Issue infiltration/exfiltration annex.
2. Prepare and inspect all equipment and personnel.
3. Review contingency and emergency plans.
4. Conduct dry land rehearsals and brief backs.
5. Load and stage equipment.
RELATED ITS:
0321-BOAT-2906 0321-BOAT-2901 0321-BOAT-1909
0321-BOAT-1908
REFERENCES:
1. MCRP 3-11.4A Helicopter Insertion/Extraction
RESOURCES:
supporting equipment (i.e. CRRC, RHIB etc).
2-I-5
0321-BOAT-4906: Conduct an Over the Horizon (OTH) Reconnaissance

Insertion

low visibility, with an insertion craft, with or without combat
equipment conduct an over the horizon (OTH)

EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Conduct movement to launch site.
2. Effect launch and commence OTH movement.
3. Navigate at sea using appropriate navigation techniques.
4. Stage outside surf zone and deploy scout swimmers to conduct
reconnaissance and secure beach-landing site, as required.
5. Land at intended beach landing site, as required.
6. Stage and/or cache non-essential equipment, i.e., boats,
motors, etc.
7. As required, upon conclusion of assigned mission, while
providing security, prepare equipment and conduct movement to
recovery platform.

0321-BOAT-4903
RELATED ITS:
0321-BOAT-2901 0321-BOAT-1907
REFERENCES:
1. MCRP 3-11.4 Tactical Fundamentals of Helicopter-borne
Operations
2-I-6
RESOURCES:
supporting equipment (i.e. CRRC, RHIB etc).
0321-BOAT-4907: Conduct clandestine amphibious landing and

withdrawal.

to conduct a reconnaissance operation requiring the clandestine
landing and/or withdrawal (surface swimming) of a reconnaissance
element.

low visibility, with or without combat equipment, the
reconnaissance element will conduct a clandestine landing and/or
withdrawal (surface swimming).

EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Conduct water insertion, i.e., from helocast, water jump, etc.
2. Conduct surface movement as a team to intended BLS.
3. Stage outside of the surf zone while scout swimmers are
deployed to conduct reconnaissance of BLS and to provide security,
as required.
4. Team lands on intended BLS.
5. Conduct cache procedures of non-essential equipment, as
required.
6. As required, upon conclusion of assigned mission, while
providing security, prepare equipment and conduct movement to
recovery platform.
2-I-7
RELATED ITS:
0321-BOAT-2904 0321-BOAT-2903 0321-BOAT-2902
0321-BOAT-1916 0321-BOAT-1915 0321-BOAT-1914
0321-BOAT-1913 0321-BOAT-1912 0321-BOAT-1906
0321-BOAT-1905 0321-BOAT-1904 0321-BOAT-1903
0321-BOAT-1902 0321-BOAT-1901
REFERENCES:
1. MCRP 3-1.3A
RESOURCES:
1. Assault Swimmer Equipment, UDT vest, compass etc.
2. Amphibious shipping - appropriate OTH delivery platform based
on mission parameters.
0321-DIVE-4901: Plan a sub-surface infiltration / exfiltration.

with a reconnaissance mission requiring the utilization of a sub-
surface infiltration/exfiltration.
CONDITION: Given an insertion platform, during day/night/periods

of low visibility, an underwater breathing apparatus (UBA), with
or without combat equipment, plan a subsurface

order’s timeline.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Request pertinent imagery, hydrographic and topographically
information.
2. Request pertinent weather information pertinent diving
operations.
2-I-8
3. Prepare a subsurface infiltration/exfiltration annex.
4. Estimate the amount of time required to swim to the objective
area.
5. Calculate the amount of oxygen required.
6. Coordinate/prepare for movement to the point of insertion.
7. Plan the navigation from the insertion point to the beach-
landing site, to include designation of primary and alternate
navigators.
8. Select all equipment, both diving and mission oriented
equipment.
9. Task organize, designating navigators, scout swimmers and
ensure all members are paired.
10. Determine swimmer formation.
11. Develop/Review profile deviation procedures.
12. Develop a plan to observe landing site outside of the surf
zone.
13. Develop a plan for operations ashore, to include cache and
recovery of all equipment not to be used/taken on primary mission,
i.e., diving equipment.
14. Develop contingency plans, to include medical emergencies.
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-1207 0321-DIVE-2900
REFERENCES:
1. U.S. Navy Manual Rev. 4
3. MCO 3500.20A MARINE CORPS PARACHUTING AND DIVING POLICY
RESOURCES:
1. Diving Equipment: Closed Circuit Diving Apparatus
2. Recompression Chamber
3. Open Water: Suitable Dive site
1. Participants in this event must be current Combatant Divers.
2. Current Dive Supervisor.
references.
0321-DIVE-4902: Prepare for a sub-surface infiltration/exfiltration.
2-I-9

or without combat equipment, prepare for a sub-surface

EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Issue subsurface infiltration/exfiltration annex.
2. Conduct Pre-Dive Procedures.
3. Prepare and inspect all equipment to be used, to include
mission oriented equipment.
4. Conduct brief backs on diving peculiar areas, i.e., diving
emergencies, underwater procedures, hand and arm signals,
underwater ORP’s, etc.
as applicable.
6. Conduct dry land rehearsals.
RELATED ITS:
0321-DIVE-2900
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
references.
0321-DIVE-4903: Conduct a sub-surface infiltration/exfiltration
2-I-10

or without combat equipment, conduct a subsurface

EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Conduct movement to insertion point.
2. Don all equipment, conduct purge procedures, enter water as a
team, conduct surface checks and submerge as a team.
3. Transit subsurface to underwater ORP/staging point outside of
the surf zone, adhering to the planned diving profile.
4. Deploy scout swimmers to conduct reconnaissance of Landing
Site, if applicable.
5. Arrive at intended Landing Site.
6. Cache the diving equipment according to plan and prepare to
conduct the mission ashore with a minimum of delay, if applicable.
7. Re-don diving equipment, purge, enter water and conduct
exfiltration to a recovery craft, if applicable.
RELATED ITS:
0321-DIVE-2900
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
references.
2-I-11
0321-DIVE-4904: Plan for Open Circuit Diving Operations
CONDITION: Given a diving platform, during day/night/periods of

low visibility, open circuit diving equipment, with or without
combat equipment; plan an open circuit dive operation (bottom
search, hull search, etc).

order’s timeline.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
information.
2. Request pertinent weather information for diving operations.
3. Estimate the amount of time required to conduct operation.
4. Calculate the amount of air required.
5. Coordinate/prepare for movement to the point of insertion.
6. Select all equipment, both diving and mission oriented
equipment.
7. Task organize diving team to meet mission requirements.
8. Develop profile deviation procedures.
RELATED ITS:
0321-DIVE-2900
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. Diving Equipment
2-I-12
references.
0321-DIVE-4905: Prepare for Open Circuit Diving Operations

combat equipment, prepare for an open circuit dive operation
(bottom search, hull search, etc).

EVENT COMPONENTS:
2. Conduct brief backs on diving peculiar areas, i.e., diving
emergencies, underwater procedures, hand and arm signals, etc.
as applicable.
RELATED ITS:
0321-DIVE-2900
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
2-I-13
references.
0321-DIVE-4906: Conduct Open Circuit Diving Operations

combat equipment; conduct an open circuit dive operation (bottom
search, hull search, etc).

EVENT COMPONENTS:
2. Don all equipment, conduct water entry, conduct surface checks
and begin dive mission.
3. Conduct assigned diving mission, adhering to planned diving
profile.
RELATED ITS:
0321-DIVE-2900
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. Diving Equipment
references.
2-I-14
0321-DIVE-4907: Plan Submarine Operations
CONDITION: Given a submarine, during day/night/periods of low

visibility, with or without combat equipment, with or without a
CRRC, plan for submarine operations.

order’s timeline.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Schedule and conduct pre-sail conference with submarine.
2. Coordinate for and develop rendezvous plan.
3. Determine method of deployment, i.e., trunk, shelter, or
wet/dry deck.
4. Select appropriate equipment and personnel.
6. Request topographical information.
RELATED ITS:
0321-DIVE-2900
REFERENCES:
2. NWP 79-0-4, Submarine Special Operations Manual,
Unconventional Warfare (Confidential)
RESOURCES:
1. Naval Submarine: Include appropriate rigging and support
equipment (trunk ops, lines, CRRC, safety platforms etc).
2. Diving Equipment: As required.
1. Current Diving Supervisor (as required).
3. Trunk Operator as required.
2-I-15
4. NSW personnel as required.
references.
0321-DIVE-4908: Prepare for Submarine Deployment Operations

CRRC, prepare for submarine operations.

EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Embarkation aboard platform with personnel and equipment.
2. Prepare and issue operations brief and
infiltration/exfiltration brief.
3. Prepare and issue crew brief.
4. Inspect pertinent submarine facilities, i.e., trunk, shelter,
etc.
5. Conduct pier side training and/or dry land rehearsals, as time
permits.
6. Prepare and stage equipment to be used.
7. Review contingency and emergency procedures with personnel and
crew.
RELATED ITS:
0321-DIVE-2900
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
2-I-16
references.
0321-DIVE-4909: Conduct Submarine Deployment Operations

CRRC, conduct submarine operations.

EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Conduct final inspections of all equipment and personnel.
2. Deploy appropriate support personnel and crew.
3. Conduct deployment of operational personnel and equipment,
i.e., trunk, shelter or dry deck/wet deck launch.
4. Maintain critical communications throughout operations.
5. If applicable, arrive and stage at pre-arranged recovery site.
6. If applicable, conduct submarine recovery of personnel and
equipment.

0321-DIVE-4903
RELATED ITS:
0321-DIVE-2900
REFERENCES:
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RESOURCES:
references.
0321-HELO-4901: Plan for heliborne operations
CONDITION: Given a rotary wing assault support aircraft, periods

of day/night or low visibility, with or without combat equipment,
plan for heliborne operations.

order’s timeline.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Determine tactical situation, size of Landing Zone, and time
of landing and delivery assets available.
2. Request imagery and topographical information of intended
landing zone.
3. Request specific weather information pertinent to heliborne
operations.
4. Prepare timeline/sequence of events.
5. Plan for appropriate support requirements pertinent to
heliborne operations.
7. Schedule briefing for delivery platform personnel.
8. Plan for actions of the drop zone and cache procedures.
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REFERENCES:
Operations
RESOURCES:
1. Requires Insertion/Extraction Officer / RSO
2. May require IPHABDS training
0321-HELO-4902: Prepare for heliborne operations
CONDITION: Given a rotary wing aircraft, during day/night/periods

of low visibility, with or without combat equipment, the
reconnaissance element will prepare for heliborne operations.

EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Issue infiltration/exfiltration annex and pilots briefs.
2. Prepare and inspect all combat equipment, to include weapons
and LBV’s.
3. Conduct rehearsals on actions on the landing zone, security,
and movement off of the landing zone.
4. Stage/Load all equipment to be used.
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-1207
REFERENCES:
Operations
2-I-19
RESOURCES:
1. Requires Insertion/Extraction officer / RSO.
2. May require IPHABDS training.
0321-HELO-4903: Conduct heliborne operations
DESCRIPTION: The reconnaissance element commander has determined

that rotary wing aircraft will insert a reconnaissance element.

of low visibility, with or without combat equipment, the
reconnaissance element will conduct heliborne operations.

EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Don equipment and conduct inspections.
2. Remain oriented to location and time during transit.
3. Conduct actions in the aircraft.
4. Exit aircraft on command.
5. Conduct tactical actions on the landing zone, maintaining
security.
6. Conduct movement to consolidation point and effect link-up
with team members.
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-1202 0321-HELO-1902 0321-HELO-2905
REFERENCES:
Operations
2-I-20
RESOURCES:
1. Requires Insertion/Extraction officer / RSO.
2. May require IPHABDS training.
0321-HELO-4904: Plan for HRST Operations
CONDITION: Given a rotary wing aircraft and/or specific terrain

and/or a static tower, in day/night/periods of low visibility,
with or without combat equipment, and specific HRST equipment, the
reconnaissance element will plan for HRST operations.

order’s timeline.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Determine tactical situation, size of Landing Zone or rappel
point, and time of landing and delivery assets available.
2. Request imagery and topographical information of intended
landing zone.
3. Request specific weather information pertinent to HRST
operations.
4. Prepare timeline/sequence of events.
5. Plan for appropriate support requirements pertinent to HRST
operations.
7. Schedule briefing for delivery platform personnel.
8. Plan for actions in the landing zone.
RELATED ITS:
0321-HELO-1901
REFERENCES:
Operations
2-I-21
3. MCO 3500.42 Marine Corps Helicopter Rope Suspension Training
Policy (HRST)
RESOURCES:
3. HRST Equipment (Includes suitable static point)
1. Requires current HRST Master
2. Requires current Safety Insert Officer (SIO) / RSO
3. In training, all safety requirements as listed in reference
above apply.
0321-HELO-4905: Prepare for HRST Operations

reconnaissance element will prepare for HRST operations.
STANDARD: Preparations, rehearsals, and inspections prioritized

EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. HRST Masters conduct HRST briefs, HRST training and pilots
briefs.
2. Issue infiltration/exfiltration annex.
3. Prepare and inspect all HRST and combat equipment, to include
weapons and LBV’s.
4. Rig HRST equipment at appropriate stations.
5. Conduct rehearsals on actions on the landing zone, security
and movement.
RELATED ITS:
0321-HELO-1901
REFERENCES:
Operations
2-I-22
Policy (HRST)
RESOURCES:
3. HRST Equipment (Includes suitable static point)
1. Requires current HRST Master
2. Requires current Safety Insert Officer (SIO) / RSO
above apply
0321-HELO-4906: Conduct HRST Operations

reconnaissance element will conduct for HRST operations.

during the conduct of the listed component events.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. If applicable, rig appropriate rappel points (cliff face,
building, etc).
2. Don equipment and conduct inspections, includes in flight
rigging.
5. Exit aircraft on command at appropriate station.
6. Conduct tactical actions on the landing zone, maintaining
security.
7. Conduct movement to consolidation point and effect link-up
with team members.
8. As applicable, prepare equipment for SPIE operations for
extraction.
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0321-HELO-4903
RELATED ITS:
0321-HELO-1901 0321-HELO-1902 0321-HELO-1903
0321-HELO-1904 0321-HELO-1905 0321-HELO-2901
0321-HELO-2902 0321-HELO-2903 0321-HELO-2905
REFERENCES:
Operations
Policy (HRST)
1. Requires HRST Master
2. Requires Safety Insert Officer (SIO) / RSO
above apply
0321-HELO-4907: Plan for Helocast/Soft Duck Operations

of low visibility, with or without combat equipment, with or
without a CRRC, the reconnaissance element will plan for
helocast/soft duck operation.

order’s timeline.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Review tactical situation, location, and time of drop and
delivery assets available.
2. Task organize boat teams.
3. Request specific weather information pertinent to
helocast/soft duck operations.
4. Plan for appropriate support requirements pertinent to soft
duck/helocast operations.
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5. Schedule briefing for Assault Support aircraft personnel and
all team members.
6. Plan for actions in the drop zone.
REFERENCES:
Operations
RESOURCES:
2. Drop Zone: Water
3. Casting Equipment: Pelican Hook, Individual flotation, boat
kit etc.
4. CRRCs: Include motor and fuel bladder.
1. Requires Insertion/Extraction Officer.
2. Requires current Helocast Master.
3. Personnel casting must be CWS-1 or higher.
0321-HELO-4908: Prepare for Helocast / Soft Duck Operations

without a CRRC, the reconnaissance element will prepare for

EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Helocast Masters conduct helocast briefs and pilot’s briefs.
2. Prepare and issue infiltration/exfiltration annex.
3. Prepare and inspect all CRRC and combat equipment.
4. Conduct rehearsals on exit procedures and actions in the
water.
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RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-1207
REFERENCES:
Operations
RESOURCES:
2. Drop Zone: Water
kit etc.
4. CRRCs: Include motor and fuel bladders.
1. Requires Insertion/Extraction Officer / RSO.
2. Requires Helocast Master.
4. Training Pool.
0321-HELO-4909: Conduct Helocast / Soft Duck Operations

without a CRRC, the reconnaissance element will conduct
STANDARD: MCO 3500.42 Marine Corps Helicopter Rope Suspension

Training Policy (HRST)
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Conduct inspections and rig aircraft.
4. Deploy boat and exit aircraft on command.
5. Conduct actions on the drop zone, preparing boat for movement.
0321-HELO-4903
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0321-HELO-4903
RELATED ITS:
0321-HELO-2905 0321-HELO-1902 0321-HELO-1906
REFERENCES:
Operations
RESOURCES:
2. Drop Zone: Water
kit etc.
4. CRRCs: Include motor and fuel bladders
1. Requires Insertion/Extraction Officer / RSO.
2. Requires Helocast Master.
0321-JUMP-4901: Plan for the conduct of parachuting operations.
CONDITION: Given a parachute insert mission and support structure

plan for parachute operations.

order’s timeline.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Refer to references and unit Standard Operating Procedures.
2. Submit request for aviation assets.
3. Submit request for Drop zone.
4. Request topographical products as required.
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5. Develop concept of the operation.
6. Identify key personnel.
7. Submit request for transportation assets as required.
REFERENCES:
1. MCWP 3-15.7 Basic Static line Parachuting Techniques and
Training
2. MCO 3500.20A Parachute and Diving Policy
3. MCWP 3-15.6 Military FreeFall Parachuting Tactics, Techniques
and Procedures
4. Unit Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
1. This event applies towards planning for static line, free fall
and MC-5 static line parachuting operations.
2. Participants in this event must be qualified parachutists.
3. Must have a current jumpmaster(s).
0321-JUMP-4902: Prepare for the conduct of parachuting operations.
CONDITION: Given a parachute insert mission and support structure

plan for parachute operations.

EVENT COMPONENTS:
2. Prepare Jump Brief.
3. Request weather data.
4. Post the manifest and publish the LOI.
5. Review medical records for currency.
6. Conduct coordination meeting with the appropriate
personnel/agencies.
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-1207
REFERENCES:
Training
2-I-28
3. MCWP 3-15.6 Military FreeFall Parachuting Tactics, Techniques
and Procedures
1. This event applies towards planning for static line, free fall
and MC-5 static line parachuting operations.
2. Participants in this event must be qualified parachutists.
0321-JUMP-4903: Conduct a parachute operation utilizing current

and approved static line parachute.
CONDITION: Given a static line parachute insert mission, and

support structure conduct a static line parachute operations.

0321-JUMP-4901 0321-JUMP-4902
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Refer to MCWP 3-15.7 Basic Static line Parachute Techniques
and Training.
2. Establish the drop zone.
3. Conduct jump brief.
4. Final coordination with aviation.
5. Conduct pre-jump training.
6. Conduct pilots brief.
7. Prepare aircraft as required.
8. Conduct Jumpmaster personnel inspection.
9. Supervise parachute operations as required.
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-1202 0321-COMM-1207 0321-JUMP-2901
0321-JUMP-2902 0321-JUMP-2903 0321-JUMP-2904
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REFERENCES:
Training
RESOURCES:
1. Parachute - Surveyed Drop Zone
2. Aircraft
1. Participants in this event must be current static line
parachutists.
0321-JUMP-4904: Conduct a Military Free Fall operation.
CONDITION: Given a military free-fall parachute insertion

mission, and support structure, conducts a military free-fall
parachute operation.

EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Refer to MCWP 3-15.6 Military Freefall Parachuting Tactics,
Techniques, and Procedures.
0321-JUMP-4901 0321-JUMP-4902
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-1207
2-I-30
REFERENCES:
1. MCWP 3-15.6 Military Freefall Parachuting Tactics, Techniques,
and Procedures
RESOURCES:
2. Aircraft - Must be capable of altitudes at or above 10,000
feet MSL
parachutists.

and approved MC-5 static line parachute.
CONDITION: Given a static line parachute insert mission, and

support structure conduct a MC-5 static line parachute operations.
STANDARD: All jumpers safely deploy, congregate in designated LA

and are prepared for follow-on mission.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. IAW MCWP 3-15.7 Basic Static line Parachuting Techniques and
Training.
2. IAW MCWP 3-15.6 Military Freefall Parachuting Tactics,
Techniques, and Procedures.
0321-JUMP-4901 0321-JUMP-4902
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RELATED ITS:
0321-JUMP-2906
REFERENCES:
Training
and Procedures
RESOURCES:
2. Aircraft: Must be capable of altitudes at or above 10,000
feet MSL.
parachutists.
0321-JUMP-4906: Plan for the conduct of a parachute operation

utilizing current and approved TORDS parachute and associated
equipment.
CONDITION: Given a TORDS, equipment or passenger, insert mission,

and support structure plan for a TORDS operations.

order’s timeline.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Refer to unit Standard Operating Procedures and MCWP 3-15.6
Military Freefall Parachuting Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures.
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-1202 0321-JUMP-2905
REFERENCES:
and Procedures
2-I-32
1. Must be a current TORDs Master.
3. Refer to unit SOP's when conducting this event.
0321-JUMP-4907: Prepare for the conduct of a parachute operation

utilizing current and approved TORDS parachute and associated
equipment.

and support structure prepare for a TORDS operation.

EVENT COMPONENTS:
Military Freefall Parachuting Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures.
RELATED ITS:
0321-COMM-1207
REFERENCES:
and Procedures

and approved TORDS parachute and associated equipment.
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and support structure conduct a TORDS operations.

EVENT COMPONENTS:
Military Freefall Parachuting Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures
RELATED ITS:
0321-JUMP-2906
REFERENCES:
and Procedures
RESOURCES:
2. Aircraft: Must be capable of altitudes at or above 10,000
feet MSL.
0321-SWIM-4901: Plan a surface infiltration/exfiltration

employing scout swimmers.
CONDITION: Given qualified scout swimmers, a tactical scenario,

an insertion platform, during day/night/periods of low visibility,
with or without combat equipment, plan a surface

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order’s timeline.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
information.
2. Request pertinent weather information pertinent to scout
swimmer operations.
3. Estimate the amount of time required to swim to the objective
area.
4. Prepare a surface infiltration/exfiltration annex.
5. Coordinate/Prepare for movement to the point of insertion.
6. Plan the navigation from the insertion point to the beach-
landing site, to include designation of primary and alternate
navigators.
7. Select all equipment, both swimming and mission oriented
equipment.
8. Task organize, designating navigators, scout swimmers and
ensure all members are paired.
9. Determine swimmer formation.
10. Develop and review profile deviation procedures.
11. Develop a plan to observe landing site outside the surf zone.
12. Develop a plan for operations ashore, to include cache and
recovery of all equipment not to be used/taken on primary mission,
i.e., swimming equipment.
RELATED ITS:
0321-SWIM-1900
REFERENCES:
2. MCDP 5 Planning
5. MCWP 3-17.1 River Crossing Operations
RESOURCES:
1. Scout Swimmer Equipment
2. Scout Swimmer Thermal Protective Equipment
3. Open Water: Suitable for scout-swimmer operations.
references.
2-I-35
0321-SWIM-4902: Prepare for a surface infiltration/exfiltration

with or without combat equipment, prepare for a surface

EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Issue surface infiltration/exfiltration annex.
2. Conduct Pre-Swim procedures.
4. Conduct brief backs on swimming peculiar areas, i.e., swimming
emergencies, swimming procedures, signals etc.
as applicable.
0321-SWIM-4901

0321-SWIM-4901
RELATED ITS:
0321-SWIM-1900
REFERENCES:
2. MCDP 5 Planning
RESOURCES:
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3. Open Water: Suitable for scout-swimmer operations
references.
0321-SWIM-4903: Conduct a surface infiltration/exfiltration


with or without combat equipment, conduct a surface

EVENT COMPONENTS:
2. Don all equipment, enter water as a team, and check equipment.
3. Transit surface to ORP/staging point outside of the surf zone,
adhering to the planned infiltration profile.
4. Deploy scout swimmers to conduct reconnaissance of Landing
Site, if applicable.
5. Arrive at intended Landing Site.
6. Cache the equipment according to plan and prepare to conduct
the mission ashore with a minimum of delay, if applicable.
7. Re-don equipment, enter water and conduct exfiltration to a
recovery craft, if applicable.
0321-SWIM-4901 0321-SWIM-4902

0321-SWIM-4901 0321-SWIM-4902
RELATED ITS:
0321-SWIM-1900
2-I-37
REFERENCES:
2. MCDP 5 Planning
RESOURCES:
3. Open Water: Suitable for scout-swimmer operations.
references.
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CHAPTER 2
APPENDIX J
MET 9: CONDUCT OTHER OPERATIONS AS DIRECTED BY THE SUPPORTED
COMMANDER.
SENSOR / BEACON DUTY AREA 0321-SENS-4700
0321-SENS-4701 Conduct sensor implant and recovery
CONDITION: The reconnaissance element has been tasked to implant

or recover sensors in a designated area. The reconnaissance team
will plan, rehearse and emplace sensors in accordance with the
mission statement. When provided with a sensor location, recover
sensors without compromise.
STANDARD: Performance measurable based on adherence to mission

profile and unit sops during the conduct of listed event
components.
EVENT COMPONENTS:
1. Coordinate with the ground sensor platoon and the supported
unit to determine the type, number, and probable implantation
sites of the sensors.
2. Confirm the desired pattern in coordination with the GSP unit.
3. Receives a detailed brief on the emplacement, optimal siting,
activation, testing, camouflaging, and other considerations.
4. Schedule joint inspection of the sensors and test equipment to
ensure familiarity with the sensors and their serviceability.
5. Survey the desired location and places the sensors to provide
the required information.
6. Employ the sensors in the location designated, making
adjustments due to terrain, and the considerations provided per
the GSP brief.
7. Conduct a test of sensors to ensure the specified detection.
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8. Ensure all sensors are properly camouflaged to preclude
detection.
9. Submit an input report, to include pinpoint locations of
sensors and visual references: (photos, sketches, etc.).
10. When provided with a sensor input report, tactically recover
sensors.
0321-PAT-4103

0321-PAT –4103 0321-PAT –4105
RELATED ITS:
0321-SURV-2401
REFERENCES:
1. FMFM 3-21, MAGTF Intelligence Operations
2. MCWP 2-15.1 Remote Sensor Operations
RESOURCES:
1. Training Area that supports GSP training: GSP Assets
1. Individual training and familiarization required on sensors to
be employed.
EVENT DETAILS
0321-COMM-4201 Establish communications in a tactical environment.
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CHAPTER 3
Individual Training Events
Purpose:
This chapter and its appendices illustrate individual training events and
their relationship with Collective Training Events detailed in Chapter 2.
Each Appendix corresponds to a single MET and includes all training

events conducted from the team to battalion level. Unit training
managers can isolate all training relevant to each MET and devise
training to support their competencies as needed. Lastly, these
appendices serve as the steering point for the Individual Events chapter
which details all individual skill sets, or events, that when combined,
enable a unit competency.
1. Appendix A defines "Billet Descriptions" and that individual’s core
capabilities.
2. Appendix B details 1000 level (CORE) and 2000 level (CORE PLUS)
training.
3. The table of contents lists the starting point of each duty area.
Event Numbering:
1. Events in the T&R manual are depicted with a 12 field alphanumeric

system, i.e. xxxx-xxxx-xxxx. Coding of these events will differ between
T&R manuals to facilitate development requirements of the Occupational
Field or MOS Community the manual serves. This manual utilizes the
following methodology:
2. Field one – 0321. Each event starts with the OccFld MOS, 0321, i.e
0321-xxxx-xxxx.
3. Field two – Letters. Events are separated by duty areas using a 3

or 4-letter code, i.e. 0321-NBC-xxxx reflecting the NBC duty area tasks
for the reconnaissance Marine. The duty areas are:
a. PAT – Patrolling 0321-PAT -xxxx

b. WPNS – Weapons 0321-WPNS-xxxx
c. COMM – Communications 0321-COMM-xxxx
d. FSPT – Fire Support 0321-FSPT-xxxx
e. SURV – Surveillance 0321-SURV-xxxx
f. ITG – Initial Terminal Guidance 0321-ITG –xxxx
g. NBC – Nuclear, Biological, Chemical 0321-NBC –xxxx
h. SENS – Sensors & Beacons 0321-SENS-xxxx
i. DEMO – Demolitions 0321-DEMO-xxxx
j. BOAT – Amphibious - boats 0321-BOAT-xxxx
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k. DIVE – Underwater 0321-DIVE-xxxx
l. HELO – Heliborne 0321-HELO-xxxx
m. JUMP – Parachuting 0321-JUMP-xxxx
n. SWIM – Amphibious – swimming 0321-SWIM-xxxx
o. OPS – Operations & planning 0321-OPS -xxxx
4. Field 3 – numbers. Events within duty areas are first organized

based on organizational level as such:
a. 1000 level – Occurs at the Formal School where the MOS is

first earned. These are considered CORE skills, i.e. patrolling
or land navigation tasks taught first at BRC.
b. 2000 level – Occurs beyond the Formal School, i.e. Jump or
Dive school. These are considered CORE PLUS skills.
Field 3 – numbers. Events are then further organized in order of increasing

complexity or skill levels required, i.e. 0321-xxxx –1100 level skills
include patrolling, urban and mounted R&S skills at the simplest levels;
0321-xxxx-1900 level skills include amphibious, jump and dive skills of the
highest complexity.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Duty Area Page
Patrolling 0321-PAT -1xxx (CORE) 3-B-2

Patrolling 0321-PAT -2xxx (CORE PLUS) 3-B-10
Weapons 0321-WPNS-1xxx (CORE) 3-B-12
Weapons 0321-WPNS-2xxx (CORE PLUS) 3-B-37
Communications 0321-COMM-1xxx (CORE) 3-B-56
Communications 0321-COMM-2xxx (CORE PLUS) 3-B-62
Fire Support 0321-FSPT-1xxx (CORE) 3-B-63
Fire Support 0321-FSPT-2xxx (CORE PLUS) 3-B-65
Surveillance 0321-SURV-1xxx (CORE) 3-B-70
Surveillance 0321-SURV-2xxx (CORE PLUS) 3-B-73
ITG 0321-ITG -2xxx (CORE PLUS) 3-B-74
NBC 0321-NBC -1xxx (CORE) 3-B-75
NBC 0321-NBC -2xxx (CORE PLUS) 3-B-81
Sensors/Beacons 0321-SENS-2xxx (CORE PLUS) 3-B-81
Demolitions 0321-DEMO-1xxx (CORE) 3-B-83
Demolitions 0321-DEMO-2xxx (CORE PLUS) 3-B-85
Amphib - Boats 0321-BOAT-1xxx (CORE) 3-B-91
Amphib - Boats 0321-BOAT-2xxx (CORE PLUS) 3-B-102
Diving 0321-DIVE-2xxx (CORE PLUS) 3-B-106
Heliborne 0321-HELO-1xxx (CORE) 3-B-114
Heliborne 0321-HELO-2xxx (CORE PLUS) 3-B-118
Jump 0321-JUMP-2xxx (CORE PLUS) 3-B-120
Amphib - Swim 0321-SWIM-1xxx (CORE) 3-B-124
Operations/Plans 0321-OPS -2xxx (CORE PLUS) 3-B-131
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CHAPTER 3
0321 Reconnaissance Man
Individual Events
APPENDIX A
Billet Descriptions / Core Capabilities
BILLET: Recon Team Leader
The recon team leader is responsible for ensuring that his recon team is
trained, prepared, and equipped for armed combat as it relates to assigned
reconnaissance mission. This includes but is not limited to mental and
physical preparation, tactics, techniques, and procedures required to
accomplish the assigned mission. He controls every aspect of the
equipment employment organic to the teams mission profile. He is
responsible to the Platoon Commander for the accurate and complete
reporting of collected information and the conduct of his team.
Core Capabilities:
1. Carries out orders of Platoon Commander.
2. Responsible for the professional development and personal well being of
his team members.
3. Prepares and supervises issue of the warning order and mission order,
conducts rehearsals, inspections and insertion/extraction for his team.
4. Adept at briefing all aspects of assigned missions/tasks.
5. Overall responsible for accomplishment of assigned mission tasks.
6. Proficient in employment of organic reconnaissance team weapons,
communications equipment and other special equipment.
7. Ensures all team members are proficient in their specific
reconnaissance tasks.
8. Proficient in the control of all reconnaissance team related supporting
arms requirements, to include artillery, mortars, NGF and fixed and rotary
wing CAS.
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9. Cross trains all teams members in the duties and
responsibilities of the other team members.
10. Proficient in nautical and land navigation skills.
11. Familiar with remote sensor operations.
12. Proficient in all aspects of ground and amphibious reconnaissance.
13. Proficient in foreign weapons and equipment identification.
14. Proficient in all aspects of supporting arms.
15. Qualified to conduct HRST operations as HRST Master.
16. Able to perform Self Aid / Buddy Aid.
BILLET: Assistant Recon Team Leader
The assistant recon team leader is responsible for assisting the

reconnaissance team leader in the training, preparing, and equipping
for armed combat as it relates to assigned recon mission/tasks. This
includes but is not limited to mental and physical preparation,tactics,
techniques, and procedures required to accomplish the assigned task. He
assists in the control of every aspect of the equipment employment
organic to the teams mission profile. The assistant team leader is
prepared to assume the duties of the team leader in his absence. He is
responsible to the team leader for the accurate and complete reporting
of collected information and the conduct of the team.
Core Capabilities:
1. Carries out orders of Team Leader.
2. Responsible for assisting in the professional development and
personal well being of his team members.
3. Supervises the teams assigned tasks.
4. Assist the team leader in supervision of all tasks required to
prepare the team for upcoming operations.
5. Requisitions supplies, ammunition, ordinance, pyrotechnics, water
and other mission essential gear as directed in the warning order.
6. Adept at briefing all aspects of assigned missions/tasks.
7. Proficient in employment of organic reconnaissance team weapons,
communications equipment and other special equipment.
10. Responsible for the overall security of the team.
11. Must be qualified to conduct HRST operations (HRST Master).
12. Proficient in nautical and land navigation skills.
13. Familiar with remote sensor operations.
14. Proficient in all aspects of ground and amphibious reconnaissance.
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16. Proficient in all aspects of supporting arms.
17. Able to perform Self Aid / Buddy Aid.
BILLET: Field Radio Operator
The recon field radio operator serves as a member of a reconnaissance

team. He is responsible for all team communications and equipment
maintenance. He is proficient in the use of field expedient antennas,
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long-range, and clandestine communications techniques. He receives and
is accountable for all cryptological equipment assigned to the team.
Core Capabilities:
1. Carries out orders of the team leader.
2. Responsible for the employment of advanced long-range voice and data
communications, to include HF/VHF/UHF/TACSAT/DAMA assets.
3. Responsible for all communications equipment utilized by a
Reconnaissance team.
4. Proficient in all aspects of supporting arms employment.
5. Advises the team leader on the tactical employment of the team’s
communication assets.
6. Responsible for communications equipment keymat and cryptological
equipment preparation.
7. Responsible for the preparation of paragraph five of the team
patrol/mission order.
8. Responsible in ensuring that the team adheres to the communications
Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and no-communications plans.
9. Maintains proficiency in all ground and amphibious reconnaissance
skills.
10. Capable of performing reconnaissance operations in any environment.
12. Capable of performing Self Aid / Buddy Aid.
BILLET: Recon Man
The recon man operates as part of a reconnaissance team. He is

responsible for the care and condition as well as the economical use of
his assigned weapon. He is responsible for all essential equipment
carried as part of a mission. He will perform additional
responsibilities as the assistant Radio Operator.
Core Capabilities:
1. Carries out orders of team leader.

2. Performs tasks required of a recon scout in a recon team
3. Proficient with all weapon systems organic to a reconnaissance team
4. Proficient with all communications equipment organic to a
reconnaissance team.
5. Proficient in all ground and amphibious reconnaissance skills.
6. Proficient in HRST operations.
7. Performs placement of remote sensors.
8. Proficient in construction of terrain models and creation of
overlays in support of assigned mission.
9. Perform self-aid/buddy aid.
12. Performs duties as Sniper / Observer.
BILLET: Recon Scout
The recon scout operates as part of a reconnaissance team. He is

responsible for the care and condition as well as the economical use of
his assigned weapons. He is responsible for all essential equipment
carried as part of a mission. He will perform additional
responsibilities as the assistant Radio Operator.
3-A-3
Core Capabilities:
2. Serves as point man for dismounted patrols
3. Capable of functioning as a Scout Sniper.
4. Performs the tasks required of a recon scout in a recon team.
5. Proficient with all weapon systems organic to a reconnaissance
team.
8. Proficient in placement of remote sensors
10. Perform self-aid/buddy aid.
BILLET: Recon Scout/Driver
The recon scout/driver operates as part of a reconnaissance team. He

is responsible for the care and condition as well as the economical use
of his assigned weapon. He is responsible for all essential equipment
carried as part of a mission. He will additional responsibilities as
assigned. (The Recon/Scout Driver billet is held by a Lance Corporal.
The Force Recon/Scout Driver billet is held by a Corporal.)
Core Capabilities:
2. Licensed operator in all vehicles organic to the unit.
3. Performs tasks required of a recon scout in a recon team.
4. Proficient with all weapon systems organic to a reconnaissance team.
7. Proficient in placement of remote sensors.
9. Performs self-aid and buddy aid.
BILLET: Platoon Sergeant
The Recon Platoon Sergeant is the senior enlisted advisor to the

platoon commander. He is responsible for supervising the platoon’s
daily work routine. He is responsible to the Platoon Commander for
logistical and administrative support for the platoon.
Core Capabilities:
2. Primary insert/extract officer for reconnaissance operations.
3. Serves as a watch officer in the platoon ROC / SARC during tactical
evolutions.
4. Plans and coordinates for all reconnaissance platoon related
supporting arms requirements, to include artillery, mortars, NGF and
3-A-4
fixed and rotary wing CAS.
5. Proficient in all aspects of supporting arms execution.
6. Must be expert in all aspects of ground and amphibious
reconnaissance.
7. Trains platoon members in all aspects of basic and advanced ground
and amphibious reconnaissance skills.
8. Assists in the planning, coordination and supervision of teams
during insertion and extraction operations to include staticline and
militarty freefall parachuting operations, surface swimming, HRST,
helocast, small boat operations and combat diver operations.
10. Proficient in all methods of nautical and land navigation.
11. Qualified as a small boat coxswain for all craft used by the
platoon.
BILLET: Special Equipment NCO
The recon platoon special equipment NCO is responsible to the Platoon

Commander for the issue, recovery maintenance and accountability for
the platoon’s special equipment. He advises the Platoon Commander,
Platoon Sergeant and team leaders on the proper employment capabilities
and maintenance requirements of specialized equipment to include oxygen
diving systems, dive compressors, weapons, HRST equipment, boats and
motors, fuel and hazardous materials. He performs additional duties as
insert/extract NCO for reconnaissance operations.
Core Capabilities:
1. Assists Platoon Sergeant in carrying out orders of Platoon
Commander.
2. Assists platoon commander in planning for reconnaissance operations
requiring use of platoon’s special equipment.
3. Assists in the insert and extract of recon teams.
5. Performs duties as watch officer in the platoon ROC/SARC during
tactical evolutions.
6. Assists in the planning, coordination and supervision of teams
during insertion and extraction operations to include staticline and
militarty freefall parachuting operations, surface swimming, HRST,
helocast, small boat operations and combat diver operations.
7. Desired qualifications as a static line and military free-fall
parachute jumpmaster, and combatant diver supervisor.
8. Proficient as qualified small boat coxswain for all craft used by
the platoon.
9. Proficient in all methods of nautical and land navigation.
10. Adept with all equipment and procedures required for small boat
launch and recovery operations from various boating platforms to
include destroyers, submarines and naval amphibious platforms.
11. Responsible for applicable hazmat handling and disposal procedures.
12. Performs duties as platoon embarkation NCO.
BILLET: Platoon Radio Chief
The recon platoon radio chief operates as part of a reconnaissance

platoon headquarters. He is responsible for all communications
coordination, operations, maintenance and care of communication
3-A-5
equipment on the platoon level. This includes development and use of
field expedient antennas and clandestine communications techniques. He
issues and accounts for all cryptological equipment assigned to the
Platoon. He must be capable of integration and interface with supported
unit/higher HQs communication architecture using platoon level organic
comm and computer equipment. The Recon Company Radio Chief billet is
held by a Staff Sergeant.
Core Capabilities:
2. Conducts advanced long-range voice and data communications training
utilizing for HF/VHF/UHF/TACSAT/DAMA assets of three 0621/8654 MOS
Marines in his platoon.
3. Responsible for all communications equipment utilized by a
Reconnaissance platoon.
4. Oversees coordination and installation of equipment and operation of
the Reconnaissance platoon's Reconnaissance Operations Center (ROC) or
Surveillance and Reconnaissance Center (SARC).
5. Advises the platoon commander on the tactical employment of the
platoon's communication assets.
6. Provides for the coordination of frequencies based on propagation
studies for requesting channels from the supported unit/higher HQs.
7. Ensures platoon adheres to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
for No Comm. Plans and procedures concerning standard reporting and
keymat for cryptographic equipment.
9. Proficient with his T/O weapon.
BILLET: Corpsman
The recon platoon corpsman operates as part of a reconnaissance platoon

headquarters. He is responsible for providing medical services for
reconnaissance personnel.
Core Capabilities:
1. Performs routine sick call, preventive medicine, BLS, ALS, minor
surgical procedures, paramedic skills, and other routine and emergent
procedures as required.
2. Instructs and advises operational personnel in measures for
prevention of illness and treatment of injuries associated with
swimming, combat diving, military free fall, and amphibious operations.
3. Assesses and treats diving related medical disorders.
4. Trained in the operation of recompression chambers.
5. Trained as inside tender to care for patients suffering from diving
related injuries or other conditions requiring hyper baric medical
treatment.
6. Performs diving and airborne operations, in direct support of
reconnaissance operations.
7. Can be tasked from platoon to team level to operate as a member of a
reconnaissance team. Training levels are consistent with Recon Scout.
BILLET: Operations Chief
The Reconnaissance Operations Chief is the senior 0321 advisor to the

Operations Officer and/or Commanding Officer on all matters related to
3-A-6
reconnaissance operations and training. He is instrumental in
facilitating the planning and execution of Battalion and/or Company
level operations. He supervises all subordinate members of the
operations section during daily work routine. He supervises the
establishment of the COC and all functional areas operating within.
Core Capabilities:
1. Carries of the orders of the Operations Officer and/or Commanding
Officer.
2. Provides recommendations during the planning process to the
Operations Officer as it pertains to R&S.
3. Supervises daily work routine.
4. Supervises the establishment of the COC.
5. Supervises displacement of the COC.
6. Trains and supervises COC Watch Officers.
3-A-7
CHAPTER 3
0321 Reconnaissance Man
APPENDIX B
1000 & 2000 Level Training
Purpose:
The purpose of this chapter is to identify the Level 1000 (CORE)
and 2000 (CORE PLUS) Individual Training Events (also known as
Individual Training Standards). This chapter also illustrates
the knowledge level and skill progression required to perform in
the following billets: Team Leader, Assistant Team Leader,
Field Radio Operator, Recon Man, Recon Scout, Scout/Driver,
Platoon Sergeant, Special Equipment NCO, Platoon Radio Chief,
Corpsman and Operations Chief.
1. Level 1000 events are those whose initial training setting
resides at the Formal School in which the MOS is first attained.
Level 2000 events are those whose initial training setting
occurs at either follow-on schools, or through MOJT provided at
the unit. For example, in this manual, Jump and Dive tasks,
although central to ground reconnaissance core capabilities, are
listed as 2000 Level events since their initial training setting
occurs at schools following attendance at BRC and the awarding
of the 0321 MOS.
2. Sustainment Intervals reflected will show a length of time,
i.e. 6 months, and a listing of billets this Sustainment
interval is applicable too. The legend is as follows:
a. TL Team Leader
b. ATL Assistant Team Leader
c. RO Radio Operator
d. RM Recon Man
e. RS Recon Scout
f. RSD Recon Scout / Driver
g. PLTSGT Platoon Sergeant
h. SENCO Special Equipment NCO
i. RADCHF Radio Chief
j. DOC Corpsman
k. OPSCHF Operations Chief
Prerequisites:
The 0321 Reconnaissance Marine will have completed The
Basic Reconnaissance Course, EWTG Atlantic/Pacific and
SERE school.
3-B-1
0321-PAT-1101: Write and issue patrol warning order. (CORE)
SUSTAINMENT INTERVAL: 6 months: TL, ATL, RO, RM, RS, RSD,

PLTSGT, SENCO, RADCHF, DOC, OPSCHF
CONDITION: In a tactical environment, when given a mission from

higher headquarters.
STANDARD: In accordance with Warning Order template, within 30

minutes of receipt of order from higher.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to references for sample templates.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4101
REFERENCES:
1. MCWP 3-11.2 Marine Rifle Squad
0321-PAT-1102: Write and issue 5-paragraph or patrol order.

(CORE)

CONDITION: In a tactical environment, given an operations

order from higher headquarters.
STANDARD: Order properly formatted in accordance w/ the

references, subordinates clearly understand commander's intent
and their assigned tasks.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to references for 5-Paragraph and Patrol Order formats.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4101
REFERENCES:
3-B-2
0321-PAT-1103: Prepare to lead a reconnaissance patrol. (CORE)

PLTSGT, SENCO, RADCHF, DOC
CONDITION: Given a mission to lead a reconnaissance patrol,

required personnel and equipment.
STANDARD: Patrol order has been briefed; rehearsals and

inspections have been conducted.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to unit Standard Operating Procedures and references.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT -4100 0321-PLAT-5100
REFERENCES:
2. MCI 03.35 Infantry Patrolling
5. Unit Combat SOP
RESOURCES:
1. Frequency for applicable radio(s)
1. OLD ITS 0321.03.02
0321-PAT-1104: Establish a reconnaissance observation post

(OP). (CORE)

CONDITION: Given a mission to establish an observation post,

STANDARD: Lead the team into position without being

compromised. Gain communication, observe the target and report
all activity observed.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
3-B-3
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT -4103 0321-MOUT-4102
REFERENCES:
4. FM 90-10-1 An Infantryman's Guide to Urban Combat
5. FM 21-2 Soldier's Manual of Common Tasks, Skill Level 1
6. MCRP 3-40.3B Radio Operator's Handbook
7. FMFM 0-11 Sniping
8. MCRP 2-15.3B, Reconnaissance Reports Guide
RESOURCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.03.04
0321-PAT-1105: Establish a reconnaissance patrol base. (CORE)

CONDITION: Given a mission to establish an reconnaissance

patrol base, required personnel and equipment.
STANDARD: Establish secure location to conduct priorities of

work IAW patrol order.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT -4103 0321-PAT -4105
REFERENCES:
3-B-4
RESOURCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.03.05
0321-PAT-1106: Participate in a reconnaissance patrol. (CORE)

CONDITION: In a tactical environment, given a mission as a

member of reconnaissance patrol, required weapons and equipment.
STANDARD: Perform duties required in assigned billet to assist

in planning, preparation and conduct of a reconnaissance patrol
as per the mission order.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-MOBL-4100 0321-MOUT-4100
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
0321-PAT-1107: Navigate with a map and compass. (CORE)

3-B-5
CONDITION: In a tactical environment, during daylight and
darkness, given a lensatic compass and map.
STANDARD: Plot, navigate and locate known points using dead

reckoning and terrain association over a distance of 800 to 1000
meters per leg within the time required to accomplish mission
requirements.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to FM 21-26 Map Reading and Land Navigation
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT -4100 0321-MOBL-4100
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.09.02
0321-PAT-1108: Navigate using a Global Positioning System

(GPS). (CORE)

CONDITION: In a tactical environment, during daylight and

darkness, given a Global Positioning System (GPS) and map.
STANDARD: Plot, navigate and locate known points using Global

Positioning System over a distance of 800 to 1000 meters per leg
within the time required to accomplish mission requirements.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to TM 11-5825-291-13 Satellite Signals: Navigation Set
AN/PSN-11 (PLGR)
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4100 0321-MOBL-4100 0321-ITG -4500
0321-SENS-4700
3-B-6
REFERENCES:
1. TM 11-5825-291-13 Satellite Signals: Navigation Set
AN/PSN-11 (PLGR)
RESOURCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.03.01
2. This task must be trained during both daylight and darkness.
The standard does not change.
0321-PAT-1109: Lead a Reconnaissance Patrol. (CORE)

CONDITION: Given a mission to lead a reconnaissance patrol,

STANDARD: Reconnaissance patrol is conducted IAW mission orders

and unit SOPs.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4100 0321-MOBL-4100 0321-FSPT-4300 0321-ITG-4500
0321-PLAT-5000
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
OLD ITS 0321.03.03
3-B-7
0321-PAT-1110: Operate and maintain T/E night vision devices.
(CORE)

CONDITION: Given SL-3 complete night vision devices, during

periods of darkness or reduced visibility, while wearing a
fighting load.
STANDARD: In accordance with appropriate Technical Manual.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to TM's appropriate to your T/E.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PLAT-5200
0321-PAT-2101: Direct the handling of known or suspected enemy

personnel. (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given a unit and known or suspected enemy personnel.
STANDARD: To ensure Enemy Prisoners of War (EPWs) are handled

properly, with minimal impact on the unit's mission.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to unit Standard Operating Procedures and listed
references.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
1. MCRP 4-11.8C Enemy Prisoner of War and Civilian Internees
2. MCRP 5-12.1A Law of Land Warfare (Dual Designate)
1. EPWs are allowed to keep field protective masks, helmets, and
flak jackets.
3-B-8
0321-PAT-2102: Operate from a hide. (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given the appropriate weapons, ammunition,

equipment, camouflage material, operation order, and an area
of operation.
STANDARD: Observing, reporting, and engaging targets while

remaining undetected.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Select a hide position.
2. Determine type of hide.
3. Establish security.
4. Construct the hide.
5. Observe, report, and engage targets.
6. Destroy and camouflage the hide before withdrawing.
RELATED COLL:
0321-SURV-4401
REFERENCES:
1. MCWP 3-15.3 Scout Sniping
RESOURCES:
If Hide is not pre-existing within this training area, dig
permission will be required from Range Control.
0321-PAT-2103: Lead a unit in an ambush (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given a unit and an order with a mission to conduct

an ambush.
STANDARD: Surprise achieved, enemy engaged in designated kill

zone.
3-B-9
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
references.
RELATED COLL:
0321-MOUT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
1. Ambush can be conducted as part of a larger mission (i.e.,
movement to contact, deliberate ambush patrol, etc.).
2. Includes counter-mechanized ambushes.
0321-PAT-2104: Lead a unit in a limited scale raid. (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given a unit, an objective, and an order with a

mission to conduct a raid.
STANDARD: Surprise achieved, enemy overwhelmed, on-site

objectives achieved, withdraw on schedule.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
references.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
4. MCRP 3-35.3 Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT)
RESOURCES:
1. Maneuver / Training area - Insert capability ranging from
vehicles to CRRCs or Assault Support Aircraft.
3-B-10
1. This is a valid tasking outside the MEU(SOC) environment.
0321-PAT-2105: Identify armored vehicles. (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given armored vehicles.
STANDARD: By achieving identification of 80% of the vehicles

by NATO designator.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference Infantry T&R Manual 8541-1-332.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
1. Jane's Armor and Artillery 2000 (CD ROM)
2. FM 2-11 Anti-Mechanized Operations
3. CVIG Combat Vehicle Identification Guide (CD ROM)
4. FM 100-2-3 The Soviet Army
1. Additional vehicles may be added to the above list by
reviewing intelligence reports for current or expected areas of
operation.
2. This task can be trained to standard without the aid of
actual equipment, utilizing graphic training aids.
0321-PAT-2106: Describe foreign weapons and equipment. (CORE

PLUS)

CONDITION: Given an assigned mission, an assigned objective,

and operating from a concealed position with the proper
equipment and optics.
3-B-11
STANDARD: By achieving identification of 80% of the weapons and
equipment.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT -4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
1. Jane’s Book Of Armored Vehicles (Current Year)
2. FM 100-2-3 The Soviet Army
1. Additional weapons and equipment may be added to the above
list by reviewing intelligence reports for current or expected
areas of operation.
2. This task can be trained to standard without the aid of
actual items or objects, utilizing graphic training aids.
0321-WPNS-1101: Perform operator maintenance for an M16/M4

service rifle (CORE)

CONDITION: Given either an M16 or M4 service rifle, cleaning

gear, and lubricant.
STANDARD: In accordance with TM 05538C-10/1A and TM

05538D/10012B-12/1.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to TM 05538C-10/1A Operator's Manual, Rifle, 5.56mm,
M16A2 W/E.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT -4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
1. TM 05538C-10/1A Operator's Manual, Rifle, 5.56mm, M16A2
W/E
2. TM 05538D/10012B-12/1 Operator's Manual with component
list
3-B-12
0321-WPNS-1102: Load an M16/M4 series service rifle (CORE)

CONDITION: Given either an M16 or M4 service rifle and

ammunition, while wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: By preparing the weapon for firing.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Ensure the weapon is in Condition 4.
2. Withdraw the magazine from the magazine pouch.
3. Ensure the magazine is filled.
4. Fully insert magazine in the magazine well.
5. Tug downward on the magazine to ensure it is held in the
rifle by the magazine catch.
6. Close the magazine pouch.
7. Pull the charging handle to the rear and release.
8. Close the ejection port cover.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PAT-4109
REFERENCES:
1. MCRP 3-01A Rifle Marksmanship
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range (if ammunition is used)

Weapon: M16A2 5.56mm service rifle
DODIC Quantity
A059 CTG, 5.56mm, BALL, M855 30 each
Expenditure of ammunition is not required.
0321-WPNS-1103: Field expedient zero an M16/M4 series service

rifle (CORE)

CONDITION: Given either an M16 or M4 service rifle, ammunition,

and a 36-yard BZO target, while wearing a fighting load.
3-B-13
STANDARD: By achieving point of aim/point of impact.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Set rear sight elevation at 8/3.
2. Center the rear sight windage knob on the index line.
3. Flush the front sight post.
4. Ensure the small rear sight aperture is up.
5. Assume a prone position.
6. Assume a hasty sling.
7. Fire a 3 shot group.
8. Triangulate the shot group.
9. Make required elevation adjustments with the front sight post
and required windage adjustments with the windage knob to center
the shot group on the point of aim.
10. Repeat performance steps 7 through 9 until point of
aim/point of impact is achieved.
11. Fire a 4 shot group to confirm zero.
12. Record battle sight zero on a piece of paper and place the
paper in the butt stock for subsequent use.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PAT-4109
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range for M16A2 service rifle with BZO targets at
36 yards

DODIC Quantity
Weapon: M4 5.56mm Service Rifle
DODIC Quantity
A059 CTG, 5.56MM, BALL, M855 10 each
0321-WPNS-1104: Engage targets with an M16/M4 series service

rifle (CORE)

3-B-14
CONDITION: Given an M16 or M4 service rifle, ammunition, a
sector of fire, and twelve unknown distance, moving, and limited
exposure targets from 50 to 300 meters, while wearing a fighting
load.
STANDARD: By achieving a hit on 8 of 12 targets presented

within one minute.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Place rifle in Condition 1.
2. Assume a firing position that provides cover, concealment,
and good observation of the assigned sector of fire.
3. Detect targets by searching and assessing the assigned sector
of fire.
4. Present rifle from the ready.
5. Engage targets.
6. Search and assess the assigned sector of fire for additional
targets.
7. Place rifle on SAFE.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range for M16A2 service rifle with 10 to 20 man-
size targets (static, limited exposure, and moving) at ranges of
50 to 300 meters

DODIC Quantity
DODIC Quantity
0321-WPNS-1105: Engage immediate threat targets with an M16/M4

series service rifle (CORE)

3-B-15
CONDITION: Given either an M16 or M4 service rifle, ammunition,
a sector of fire, and twelve stationary, moving, and limited
exposure targets within 50 meters, while wearing a fighting
load.
STANDARD: By achieving double hits on 9 of 12 targets

presented.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
2. Place the large rear sight aperture (0-2) up.
3. Assume a standing firing position.
4. Detect targets by searching and assessing the assigned
sector of fire.
6. As the rifle is being presented, take the rifle off SAFE
and place the trigger finger on the trigger.
7. When the front sight post intersects with the target,
engage by firing 2 shots.
8. Search and assess the assigned sector of fire for
additional targets.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
size targets (static, limited exposure, and moving) at ranges
of less than 50 meters

DODIC Quantity
DODIC Quantity
0321-WPNS-1106: Engage targets with an M16/M4 service rifle

wearing a field protective mask (CORE)
3-B-16
CONDITION: Given an M16A2 service rifle, ammunition, a sector

of fire, and twelve unknown distance, moving, and limited
exposure targets, while wearing a fighting load and a field
protective mask.
STANDARD: By achieving a hit on 7 of 12 targets presented.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Don and clear the field protective mask.
of fire.
6. Engage targets.
targets.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4109
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
of 50 to 300 meters

DODIC Quantity
DODIC Quantity
0321-WPNS-1107: Perform immediate action for an M16/M4 series

service rifle (CORE)
3-B-17
CONDITION: Given either an M16 or M4 service rifle, which fails

to fire and ammunition, while wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: By returning the weapon into action.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Tap the bottom of the magazine to ensure it is seated.
2. Pull the charging handle to the rear and observe for ejected
round.
3. Release the charging handle.
4. Sight in and attempt to fire.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4109
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:

DODIC Quantity
A060 CTG, 5.56mm, DUMMY 2 each
0321-WPNS-1108: Perform remedial action for an M16/M4 service

rifle (CORE)

CONDITION: Given either an M16 or M4 service rifle, which fails

to fire after immediate action and ammunition, while wearing a
fighting load.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Seek cover.
2. Pull the charging handle to the rear, observe for ejected
brass or round and then lock the bolt to the rear.
3. If brass round is ejected, go to step 9.
3-B-18
4. If no brass round is ejected, place rifle in Condition 4.
5. Remove the bolt carrier group.
6. Inspect the bore for an obstruction form the chamber end.
7. Insert a cleaning rod into the bore from the chamber end and
clear any obstruction.
8. Insert a magazine.
9. Release the bolt by depressing the bolt catch.
10. Tap the forward assist.
11. Sight in and attempt to fire.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4109
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:

DODIC Quantity
A060 CTG, 5.56mm, DUMMY 2 each
0321-WPNS-1109: Combat reload an M16/M4 service rifle (CORE)

CONDITION: Given either an M16 or M4 service rifle and

STANDARD: By reloading while maintaining awareness of any

threat.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Seek cover.
2. Draw the rifle in close to your body so you can see what
you are doing and retain positive control of the magazine.
3. Press the magazine release button.
4. Remove the partially filled or empty magazine and retain it
on your person, if time permits.
5. Withdraw a filled magazine from the magazine pouch.
6. Fully insert the filled magazine into the magazine well and
tug downward on the magazine to ensure it is properly seated.
3-B-19
7. If needed, release or press the bolt catch to allow the
bolt carrier to move forward or pull the charging handle fully
to the rear and release.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:

Weapon: M16A2 or M4 5.56mm service rifle
DODIC Quantity
0321-WPNS-1110: Clear an M16/M4 service rifle (CORE)

CONDITION: Given either an M16 or M4 service rifle, while

wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: By placing the weapon in condition 4.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Place the weapon on SAFE.
2. Remove the magazine and retain.
3. Rotate the weapon until the ejection port is down.
4. Lock the bolt to the rear and observe that there is no round
or brass in the chamber.
5. Release the charging handle and observe that the bolt moves
forward on an empty chamber.
6. Close the ejection port cover.
7. Recover, inspect, and insert any ejected ammunition into the
magazine.
8. Return the magazine to the magazine pouch and close the
magazine pouch.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
3-B-20
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:

DODIC Quantity
0321-WPNS-1111: Mark a sector of fire for an M16/M4 service

rifle (CORE)

CONDITION: Given either an M16A2 or M4 service rifle, an

assigned sector of fire, an entrenching tool, and stakes, while
STANDARD: In accordance with FMFM 6-5.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Emplace aiming yoke aiming stake as the reference point for
the rifle on the slip ring of the weapon.
2. Mark assigned sector of fire with limiting stakes that are
stable enough to contain the erratic traversing of the weapon
with the assigned sector.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT -4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
0321-WPNS-1112: Inspect an M16/M4 Service Rifle (CORE)

3-B-21
CONDITION: Given either an M16A2 or M4 service rifle, cleaning
STANDARD: In accordance with TM 05538C-10/1A and TM

05538D/10012B-12/1.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to TM 05538C-10/1A Operator's Manual, Rifle, 5.56mm,
M16A2 W/E.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT -4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
1. TM 05538C-10/1A Operator's Manual, Rifle, 5.56mm, M16A2 W/E
2. TM 05538D/10012B-12/1 Operator's Manual with component list
0321-WPNS-1113: Field zero an M249 squad automatic weapon

(CORE)

CONDITION: Given an M249 squad automatic weapon, ammunition,

and a target at 300 meters, while wearing a fighting load.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Ensure 2 threads are showing on the front sight post.
2. Center the rear peep sight by rotating it clockwise as far as
it will go, then rotating counter-clockwise 5 clicks or half
turns.
3. Center the rear sight windage knob by rotating it toward the
muzzle until the peep sight is completely to the right, then
rotate the windage knob toward the butt stock 12 clicks to the
left.
4. Set elevation knob a range of 300 meters.
5. Assume a bipod supported prone position.
6. Place the weapon in Condition 1.
7. Fire a 3 round burst at the center base of the target.
8. Correct for windage by rotating the windage knob to move the
peep sight the direction and distance required to center the
beaten zone on the target.
3-B-22
9. Correct for elevation by rotating the peep sight to move the
peep sight the direction and distance required to center the
beaten zone on the target.
10. Fire a confirmation burst of 3 rounds.
11. If the target is not hit, repeat steps 6-12.
12. Upon confirming the zero, record the direction and number
of clicks or half turns the peep sight was moved.
13. Loosen the windage scale screws and align the scale so that
the large index line is under the zeroed windage mark on the
sight, then tighten the screws.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT -4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
1. FM 23-14 Squad Automatic Weapon, M249
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range for M249 squad automatic weapon with man-size
target at 300 meters

Weapon: M249 5.56mm light machinegun - squad automatic
weapon
DODIC Quantity
A062 CTG, 5.56mm, BALL LINKED 12 each
0321-WPNS-1114: Perform ten meter firing for an M249 squad

automatic weapon (CORE)


M40 field protective mask, NBC gloves, and a basic machine gun
target, while wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: By achieving 35 points of 51 points in accordance

with the FM 23-14.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to FM 23-14 Squad Automatic Weapon, M249.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT -4103 0321-PLAT-5200
3-B-23
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range for M249 squad automatic weapon with basic
machinegun target at 10 meters

weapon
DODIC Quantity
A064 CTG, 5.56mm, 4&1 LINKED, F/SAW 108 each
1. Performance steps 1 through 10 are for 10 meter zero.
Marines unable to zero with 12 rounds should be removed from the
firing line for remedial training.
2. There is no reason to record the 10 meter zero, because it
applies only to firing at the 10-meter basic machine gun target.
3. Performance steps 11, 13, and 15 are for practice.
4. Performance steps 16, 18, and 20 are for score.
5. One point is allowed for each round impacting within the
scoring space with a maximum of three points per space. The
maximum possible score is 51 points.
0321-WPNS-1115: Engage targets at unknown distances with the

M249 SAW (CORE)


and E-silhouette targets at unknown distances from 100 to 400
meters, while wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: By achieving a hit on 75% of targets engaged.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
2. Assume a bipod supported firing position that provides cover,
concealment, and good observation.
3. Detect targets by searching and assessing.
4. Engage targets with 3 to 4 round burst.
3-B-24
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
2. FM 25-7 Training Ranges
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range for M249 squad automatic weapon with single
and double E-silhouette targets from 100 to 400 meters

weapon
DODIC Quantity
0321-WPNS-1116: Engage targets with an M249 squad automatic

weapon using alternate firing positions (CORE)


and single E-silhouette targets from 25 to 75 meters, while
STANDARD: By achieving hits on 4 of 6 targets exposed.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to FM 23-14 Squad Automatic Weapon, M249.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT -4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire and maneuver range for M249 squad automatic
weapon with single E-silhouette targets from 25 to maximum
possible range of 125 meters
3-B-25
weapon
DODIC Quantity
0321-WPNS-1117: Zero an M203 grenade launcher leaf sight (CORE)

CONDITION: Given an M16A2 service rifle with a mounted M203

grenade launcher, ammunition, and a target at 200 meters, while
STANDARD: By ensuring a round impacts within 5 meters of the

target.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Place the leaf sight in the upright position.
2. Place the center mark of the windage scale on the index line
on the rear of the sight base.
3. Loosen the elevation adjustment screw on the leaf sight and
place the index line of the leaf sight on the center elevation
mark.
4. Tighten the elevation adjustment screw on the leaf sight.
5. Assume a supported prone firing position.
6. Move safety to FIRE.
7. Fire 1 round.
8. Adjust the sight to the burst using the elevation adjustment
screw and windage scale.
9. Repeat steps 7–8 until round impacts within 5 meters of the
target.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT -4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
1. FM 23-31 40mm Grenade Launchers M203 and M79
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range for M203 genade launcher and ammunition with
a man size target at 200 meters
3-B-26
DODIC Quantity
B546 CTG, 40mm, HE DP, M433 3 each
0321-WPNS-1118: Zero an M203 grenade launcher quadrant sight

(CORE)


grenade launcher, ammunition, and a target at 200 meters, while
STANDARD: By ensuring a round impacts within 5 meters of the

target.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Ensure the quadrant sight is properly mounted on the carrying
handle of the M16A2 service rifle.
2. Open the front sight post and the rear sight aperture.
3. Move the sight latch rearward and reposition the quadrant
sight arm to zeroing range, 200 meters.
4. Assume a supported prone firing position.
5. Move the safety to FIRE.
6. Align the target with the front and rear sights.
7. Fire 1 round.
8. Adjust the front sight post and the rear sight aperture to
the burst.
9. Repeat steps 7–8 until a round impacts within 5 meters of the
target.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT -4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range for M203 genade launcher and ammunition with
a man size target at 200 meters
3-B-27
DODIC Quantity
0321-WPNS-1119: Perform M203 grenade launcher day qualification

(CORE)


grenade launcher, training practice and high explosive rounds,
M40 field protective mask with hood, NBC gloves, and targets
from 90 to 350 meters, while wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: By achieving impact on the target with 10 of 15

rounds within the effective casualty radius of the grenade.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Field zero the leaf sight from station 1.
2. Field zero the quadrant sight from station 1.
3. Engage a window at 90 to 100 meters and a bunker at 105 to
115 meters with 3 training practice rounds from the kneeling
firing position within 2 minutes from station 2.
4. Engage a bunker at 135 to 150 meters and an automatic weapon
position at 200 to 250 meters with 3 training practice rounds
from the standing position within 2 minutes from station 3.
5. Engage a troop emplacement at 275 to 300 meters and troops in
the open at 325 to 350 meters with 3 training practice rounds
from the prone position within 2 minutes from station 4.
6. Don and clear the M40 field protective mask within 9 seconds
and secure the hood within 6 seconds.
7. Don the NBC gloves.
8. Engage a bunker at 135 to 150 meters with 3 training practice
rounds from the standing position within 2 minutes from station 3.
9. Engage an automatic weapon position at 200 to 250 meters with
3 training practice rounds from the standing position within 2
minutes from station 3.
10. Remove and stow the M40 field protective mask with hood and
NBC gloves.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
3-B-28
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range for M203 grenade launcher and ammunition
with point and area targets from 90 to 350 meters

DODIC Quantity
B519 CTG, 40mm, PRACTICE, M781 15 each
1. Performance steps 1 and 2 are not included in the tabulation
of the qualification score.
2. A Marine must achieve a hit with 2 of 3 rounds for each
string of fire in order to qualify.

M203 grenade launcher (CORE)


grenade launcher, ammunition, and targets at unknown distance of
100 to 300 meters, while wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: By achieving either impact on the target within the

effective casualty radius of the grenade or achieving desired
screening effects with 75% of the rounds.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
2. Detect targets by searching and assessing.
3. Determine desired effects.
4. Load appropriate round.
5. Engage target using the appropriate sight and compensating
for the effects of weather and terrain.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
3-B-29
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range for M203 grenade launcher and ammunition with
point and area targets from 90 to 350 meters

DODIC Quantity
0321-WPNS-2101: Perform operator maintenance for an M9/.45

service pistol (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given an M9 or .45 service pistol, cleaning gear,

and lubricant.
STANDARD: In accordance with the references.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to Technical Manual TM 1005A-10/1.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
1. TM 1005A-10/1 Pistol, Semiautomatic, 9mm, M9
2. TM 00526A-10/1 Operator’s Manual, .45 cal. Pistol
1. Reference .45 TM manual.
2. Sustainment interval may vary dependent upon assignments to a
MEU (SOC).
0321-WPNS-2102: Load an M9/.45 service pistol (CORE PLUS)

3-B-30
CONDITION: Given an M9 or .45 service pistol, ammunition, while
STANDARD: By preparing the weapon for firing.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to references.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
2. TM 00526A-10/1 Operators Manual, .45 cal. Pistol
RESOURCES:
1. Pistol Range (if live ammunition is used)

Weapon: M9 9mm pistol
DODIC Quantity
A363 CTG, 9mm, BALL 15 each
Expenditure of ammunition is not required. A475 CTG,
CAL .45, BALL 15 each Expenditure of ammunition is
not required.
1. Reference .45 TM manual for the PERFORMANCE STEPS:
MEU(SOC)
0321-WPNS-2103: Engage targets with an M9/.45 service pistol

(CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given either an M9 or .45 service pistol, 23 rounds

of ammunition, and stationary targets from 3 to 25 yards, while
STANDARD: To achieve 70% hits on target.
3-B-31
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to references for PERFORMANCE STEPS:.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. Pistol Range

DODIC Quantity
A475 CTG, CAL .45, BALL 23 each
1. Refer to TM for .45 pistol.
MEU(SOC)
0321-WPNS-2104: Perform immediate action for an M9/.45 service

pistol (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given either an M9 or .45 service pistol,

PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Tap the bottom of the magazine to ensure it is seated.
2. Rack the slide to the rear and release.
3. Aim the pistol and fire.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PLAT-5200
3-B-32
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:

DODIC Quantity
1. Reference .45 TM manual.
0321-WPNS-2105: Reload an M9/.45 service pistol (CORE PLUS)


STANDARD: To return the weapon to firing condition.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Press the magazine release button.
2. Remove the empty magazine from the pistol and retain it.
3. Insert a full magazine into the pistol until it is fully
seated.
4. Pull the slide fully to the rear and release or press down
on the slide stop to allow the slide to move forward.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
3-B-33
DODIC Quantity
1. Refer to TM for .45.
0321-WPNS-2106: Unload an M9/.45 service pistol (CORE PLUS)


STANDARD: To place the weapon in condition 4.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Place the decocking/safety lever in the SAFE position.
2. Remove the magazine from the pistol and retain it.
3. Pull the slide to the rear.
4. Visually and physically inspect the chamber, ensuring the
chamber is empty and no ammunition is present.
5. Release the slide allowing it to go forward on an empty
chamber.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:

DODIC Quantity
3-B-34
1. Refer to TM for .45.
0321-WPNS-2107: Inspect an M9/.45 Service Pistol (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given either an M9 or .45 service pistol, cleaning

STANDARD: In accordance with TM 1005A-10/1.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to TM 1005A-10/1 Pistol, Semiautomatic, 9mm, M9 or TM
00526A-10/1 Operators Manual, .45 cal. Pistol.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
1. TM 1005A-10/1 Pistol, Semiautomatic, 9mm, M9
1. Refer to TM for the .45.
0321-WPNS-2110: Conduct immediate action drills with an M16/M4

service rifle (CORE PLUS) (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given either an M16 or M4 service rifle, 50 meters

to rush with firing points which provide cover for firing from
the prone supported position, ammunition, magazines, E-
silhouette targets at distances of 75 to 400 meters from the
starting position, while wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: By rushing from one point to another, achieving hits

on 16 of 24 targets exposed and having ammunition remaining to
engage the final target exposed.
3-B-35
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to MCWP 3-11.3 Scouting and Patrolling.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
2. Unit Combat SOP
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire and maneuver range at least 50 meters long for
M16A2 with various firing points and single and double E-
silhouette targets at distances of 75 to 400 meters

DODIC Quantity
DODIC Quantity
1. Length of rushes should be based on available cover and
abilities of the rifleman.
2. Rifleman should complete a dry fire walk-through of the
course of fire before firing the task.
0321-WPNS-2111: Zero a night vision sight to an M16/M4 service

rifle (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given an SL-3 complete AN/PVS-4 Night Vision Sight

with either an M16 or M4 reticule, with mounting bracket,
ammunition, and a 25 meter zeroing target, while wearing a
fighting load.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Clear the weapon and place in Condition 4.
3-B-36
2. Position the sight in the groove on top of the M16/M4
service rifle handle and align the threaded hole in the base
of the sight-mounting adapter over the hole in the handle.
3. Insert the mounting knob assembly through the hole in the
handle and screw firmly clockwise into the sight-mounting
adapter.
4. Place the sight into operation.
6. Assume a prone supported firing position.
7. Adjust the azimuth and elevation controls so that the
reticule aiming point is in the center of the field-of-view of
the sight.
8. Fire 2 to 3 rounds to seat the sight on the weapon, then
retighten all mounting screws or knobs.
9. Place the zeroing range aiming point of the reticule on the
target aiming point and fire 3 rounds to obtain a shot group.
10. Locate the center of the shot group.
11. Determine the distance between the center of the shot
group and the impact point of the target.
12. Adjust the reticule to move the center of the shot group
the measured distance to the impact point.
13. Repeat steps 5–8 until the impact point on the target is
at the center of the shot group.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PAT-4109
REFERENCES:
1. TM 11-5855-301-12&P Operator's and Unit Maintenance Manual,
Light, Aiming, Infrared, AN/PAQ-4B (IAL)
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range for M16A2 service rifle with AN/PEQ-2A /
AN/PVS-4 25 meter zeroing targets at 25 meters

Weapon: M16/M4 5.56mm service rifle
DODIC Quantity
DODIC Quantity

using a night vision sight (CORE PLUS)
3-B-37
CONDITION: Given an M16 or M4 service rifle, an AN/PVS-4 night

vision sight, ammunition, a sector of fire, and twelve unknown
distance, moving, and limited exposure targets from 50 to 250
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
of fire.
4. Present the rifle from the ready.
5. Engage target.
targets.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range for M16A2 Service Rifle with 10-20 man-size
targets (static, limited exposure, and moving) at ranges of 50
to 300 meters. This range should also be able to accommodate
firing the M4 series service rifle.

DODIC Quantity
DODIC Quantity
3-B-38
0321-WPNS-2113: Zero an Infrared Aiming Light to an M16/M4
service rifle (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given either an M16 or M4 service rifle with

mounting bracket installed, an SL-3 complete AN/PAQ-4, AN/PVS-7
night vision goggles, ammunition, and a 36 meter BZO target,
while wearing a fighting load.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to TM 11-5855-301-12&P Operator's and Unit Maintenance
Manual, Light, Aiming, Infrared, AN/PAQ-4B (IAL).
RELATED COLL:
0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range for M16A2 Service Rifle with BZO targets at
36 yards. This range should also be able to accommodate firing
the M4 series service rifle.

DODIC Quantity
DODIC Quantity

using an Infrared Aiming Light (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given either an M16 or M4 service rifle with a

mounted a AN/PAQ-4, AN/PVS-7 night vision goggles, ammunition,
3-B-39
a sector of fire, and twelve unknown distance, moving, and
limited exposure targets from 50 to 250 meters, while wearing
a fighting load.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Don the AN/PVS-7 night vision goggles and place into action.
of fire.
6. Press the ON/OFF switch against the weapon hand guard to
activate the aiming light and aim center mass of the target.
7. Engage target.
targets.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
size targets (static, limited exposure, and moving) at ranges of
50 to 300 meters. This range should also be able to accommodate
firing the M4 series service rifle.

DODIC Quantity
DODIC Quantity
0321-WPNS-2115: Zero an AN/PEQ-2A Target Pointer

Illuminator/Aiming Light to an M16/M4 service rifle (CORE PLUS)

3-B-40
CONDITION: Given an SL-3 complete AN/PEQ-2A Target Pointer
Illuminator/Aiming Light, AN/PVS-7 night vision goggles,
either an M16 or M4 service rifle, ammunition, and a 25 meter
zeroing target, while wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: By achieving point of aim and point of impact.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Clear the weapon and place in Condition 4.
2. Mount the AN/PEQ-2A on a M16 or M4 service rifle.
3. Set the adjusters to the zero pre-set position.
4. Turn the aiming beam on in the low power setting (AIM LO).
In highlight condition, use (AIM HI).
5. Don the AN/PVS-7 night vision goggles and put into action.
6. Place weapon in Condition 1.
7. Assume a supported prone position.
8. Press the cable switch button to activate the aiming beam and
aim center of mass.
9. Fire 3 rounds.
10. Locate the center of the shot group relative to the
designated strike point.
11. Adjust the aiming beam adjusters to move the center of the
shot group relative to the designated strike point.
12. Fire another 3 rounds and again observe the center of the
shot group relative to the designated strike point. When 2 out
of 3 rounds are in the designated strike zone, the AN/PEQ-2A is
zeroed for 250 meters.
13. Once the aiming beam is zeroed, rotate the selector knob to
the DUAL LO, DUAL LO/HI, or DUAL HI/HI mode to observe both
aiming and illumination beams.
14. Rotate the illumination beam adjusters to align the
illumination beam with the aiming beam.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
1. TM 10470A-12&P/1A Operator's and Unit Maintenance Manual, Target
Pointer Illuminator/Aiming Light, AN/PEQ-2A
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range for M16A2 service rifle with AN/PEQ-2A 25
meter zeroing targets at 25 meters. This range should also be
able to accommodate firing the M4 series service rifle.
3-B-41
DODIC Quantity
DODIC Quantity

using an AN/PEQ-2A Target Pointer Illuminator/Aiming Light (CORE
PLUS)

CONDITION: Given either an M16 or M4 service rifle, a AN/PEQ-2A

Target Pointer Illuminator/Aiming Light, AN/PVS-7 night vision
goggles, ammunition, a sector of fire, and twelve unknown
distance, moving, and limited exposure targets from 50 to 250
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Don the AN/PVS-7 night vision goggles.
3. Assume a firing position that provides cover, concealment, and
good observation of the assigned sector of fire.
4. Detect targets by searching the assigned sector of fire.
6. Press the cable switch button to activate the aiming beam and
aim center mass of the target.
7. Engage target.
targets.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT -4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
1. TM 10470A-12&P/1A Operator's and Unit Maintenance Manual,
Target Pointer Illuminator/Aiming Light, AN/PEQ-2A
3-B-42
RESOURCES:
of 50 to 300 meters. This range should also be able to
accommodate firing the M4 series service rifle.

DODIC Quantity
DODIC Quantity
0321-WPNS-2117: Qualify with an M203 grenade launcher at night

(CORE PLUS)


grenade launcher and a mounted AN/PVS-4 night vision sight,
ammunition, and an automatic weapon position target at 200 to
250 meters, while wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: By achieving impact on the target with 2 of 3 rounds

within the effective casualty radius of the grenade.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Visually acquire automatic weapon position at 200 to 250
meters.
2. Engage target with 3 high explosive rounds from the standing
position within 2 minutes from station 3.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT -4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range for M203 grenade launcher and ammunition with
point and area targets from 90 to 350 meters
3-B-43
DODIC Quantity
0321-WPNS-2118: (Table I) Execute ten-meter bipod firing

exercise with the M240G medium machinegun. (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given a bipod mounted, SL-3 complete M240G medium

machinegun, ammunition, and a basic machinegun target, while
STANDARD: By obtaining a minimum score of 84 out of a

possible 119 points.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference Infantry T&R Manual 0331-1-097
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range for M240G medium machinegun with basic
machinegun targets at 10 meters

DODIC Quantity
A131 CTG, 7.62mm, LINKED 4&1 208 each
1. The scoring procedures are as follows; one point is given for
each round impacting within each scoring space. The maximum
point value is 7 points for each scoring space. Rounds touching
the line on the paster are considered a hit.
2. Marksman 84-95, Sharpshooter 96-107, and Expert 108-119.
3-B-44
0321-WPNS-2119: (Table II) Execute a ten-meter tripod firing
exercise with the M240G medium machinegun. (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given a tripod mounted, SL-3 complete M240G medium

machinegun, ammunition, and a basic machinegun target, while
STANDARD: By obtaining a minimum score of 35 out of a possible

51 points.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range for M240G medium machinegun with basic
machinegun targets at 10 meters

DODIC Quantity
1. One point is awarded for each round impacting within each
scoring space. The maximum point value is 3 points for each
scoring space. Rounds touching the line on the paster are
considered a hit.
0321-WPNS-2120: Operate the M240G medium machinegun. (CORE

PLUS)
SUSTAINMENT INTERVAL: 6 months: TL, ATL, RO, RM,

RS, RSD, PLTSGT, SENCO, RADCHF, DOC
CONDITION: Given a tripod mounted, SL-3 complete M240G medium

machinegun, and ammunition, while wearing a fighting load.
3-B-45
STANDARD: In accordance with TM 08670A-10/1A and MCWP 3-15.1.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
REFERENCES:
1. TM 08670A-10/1A Operator's Manual, Machinegun, 7.62mm, M240
RESOURCES:
1. Machinegun Range

DODIC Quantity
0321-WPNS-2121: Zero the M40A3 sniper rifle. (CORE PLUS)
SUSTAINMENT INTERVAL: 6 months: RS
CONDITION: Given an M40A1 rifle with adjusted scope, an

observer, ammunition, and any known distance target.
STANDARD: To ensure point of aim/point of impact is obtained

once zeroed.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
1. MCRP 3-15.3A M40A1 Sniper Rifle 7.62mm
2. TM 05539C-10/1 Sniper Rifle, 7.62mm, M40A1
RESOURCES:
1. Known distance range with appropriate targets
3-B-46
Weapon: M40A1 7.62mm Sniper Rifle
DODIC Quantity
A171 CTG, 7.62MM, BALL, MATCH, M852 35 each
1. The 100-yard method can be used at ranges of 200 and 300
yards with main elevation knob set at 2 and 3 respectively.
0321-WPNS-2122: Qualify with the M40A3 sniper rifle at known

distances. (CORE PLUS)
CONDITION: Given an M40A1 sniper rifle, observer, 35 rounds of

ammunition, M49 spotting scope, and targets.
STANDARD: To engage 35 designated targets at various known

ranges with an 80 percent accuracy (28 of 35 on target).
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. Known distance range (minimum of 1000 meters) with
appropriate targets

DODIC Quantity
1. The sustained rate of fire for the M40A1 is 1 round per
minute.
3-B-47
0321-WPNS-2123: Qualify with the M40A3 sniper rifle at unknown
distances. (CORE PLUS)
CONDITION: Given an M40A1 sniper rifle, observer, and 10 rounds

of ammunition, M49 spotting scope, binoculars, and target.
STANDARD: To engage 10 designated targets at various ranges with

80 percent accuracy (8 of 10 targets hit).
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range with appropriate targets

DODIC Quantity
0321-WPNS-2124: Engage targets during low light and darkness

with the M40A3 sniper rifle. (CORE PLUS)

ammunition, M49 spotting scope, targets and artificial
illumination, during periods of low light and darkness.
STANDARD: To engage targets in low light without illumination

and in darkness with illumination, while compensating for the
effects of weather to achieve point of aim/point of impact.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
3-B-48
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:

DODIC Quantity
0321-WPNS-2125: Engage targets with the M40A3 sniper rifle

while wearing the field protective mask. (CORE PLUS)

ammunition, M49 spotting scope, targets, and field protective
mask.
STANDARD: To engage targets while wearing the field protective

mask, compensating for the effects of weather.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
3-B-49
DODIC Quantity
1. Not executed at formal school.
0321-WPNS-2126: Zero the M82A3 Special Application Scoped Rifle

(SASR). (CORE PLUS)
CONDITION: Given an M82A3 SASR with adjusted scope, an

observer, ammunition, M49 spotting scope, and target.
STANDARD: To ensure point of aim/point of impact is obtained

once zeroed.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
1. TM 09629B-10/1A Special Application Scoped Rifle, .50 CAL,
M82A3 w/ equipment
RESOURCES:

DODIC Quantity
A602 CTG, CAL .50, SRTA 10 each
0321-WPNS-2127: Engage stationary targets with the M82A3 SASR

at known distances. (CORE PLUS)
3-B-50
CONDITION: Given an M82A3 SASR, observer, ammunition, M49
spotting scope, and stationary targets at known distances out to
the maximum effective range of the rifle.
STANDARD: To achieve point of aim/point of impact on target.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
M82A3 w/ equipment
RESOURCES:

DODIC Quantity
1. The sustained rate of fire for the M82A1A is 1 round per
minute.
2. The rapid rate of fire for the M82A1A is 10 rounds per
minute.

M82A3 SASR. (CORE PLUS)

spotting scope, and targets.
STANDARD: To engage targets at unknown distances while

compensating for the effects of weather to achieve point of
aim/point of impact.
3-B-51
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
M82A3 w/ equipment
RESOURCES:
1. Live fire range with appropriate targets

DODIC Quantity
0321-WPNS-2129: Engage targets during low light and darkness

with the M82A1A special application scoped rifle. (CORE PLUS)
CONDITION: Given an M82A1A special application scoped rifle,

observer, ammunition, M49 spotting scope, targets, and
artificial illumination, during periods of low light and
darkness.
STANDARD: To engage targets in low light without illumination

and in darkness with illumination, while compensating for the
effects of weather to achieve point of aim/point of impact.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
2. TM 09629A-10/1 Special Application Scoped Rifle, .50 CAL,
M82A1A
3-B-52
RESOURCES:

DODIC Quantity
0321-WPNS-2130: Engage targets with the M82A3 SASR while

wearing the field protective mask. (CORE PLUS)

spotting scope, targets, and field protective mask.
STANDARD: To engage targets while wearing the field protective

mask, compensating for the effects of weather.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
M82A3 w/ equipment
RESOURCES:

DODIC Quantity
0321-WPNS-2131: Mount and zero the KN203F SIMRAD night

intensifier device. (CORE PLUS)
3-B-53
CONDITION: Given a KN203F SIMRAD night intensifier device,
M40A3 sniper rifle scope, tools, and a zero range.
STANDARD: To mount and adjust the KN203F SIMRAD night

intensifier device to point of aim/point of impact.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
REFERENCES:
1. SW215-AM-MMO-010 Operator's and organizational maintenance
manual for night vision imaging system (NVIS), AN/PVS-9
RESOURCES:
1. Known distance range with appropriate target

DODIC Quantity
0321-WPNS-2132: Operate an M2 Heavy Machine Gun (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given a tripod mounted, SL-3 complete heavy machine

gun
STANDARD: IAW TM 02498A-10/1 and MCWP 3-15.1
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200

DODIC Quantity
A606 CTG, CAL .50, API 120 each
3-B-54
0321-WPNS-2133: Execute a 10-meter tripod firing exercise with
the M2 Heavy Machine Gun (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given a tripod mounted, SL-3 complete heavy machine

gun, 236 rounds ammunition, basic machine-gun target, while
STANDARD: By obtaining a minimum score of 84 out of a possible

119 points.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200

DODIC Quantity
A606 CTG, CAL .50, API 236 each
0321-WPNS-2134: Operate a MK-19 Heavy Machine Gun (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given a tripod mounted, SL-3 complete MK-19 heavy

machine gun, and 25 rounds ammunition, while wearing a fighting
load.
STANDARD: IAW TM 08521A-10/1A
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
3-B-55
0321-WPNS-2135: Perform weapons handling procedures for all
infantry T/E weapons organic to the reconnaissance command.

CONDITION: Given any infantry weapon organic to the

reconnaissance command.
STANDARD: Without violating the 4 basic safety rules.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference Infantry T&R Manual, weapons section.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
0321-WPNS-2136: Perform preventive maintenance on all infantry

T/E weapons organic to the reconnaissance command.

CONDITION: Given any infantry weapon organic to the

reconnaissance command.
STANDARD: Ensuring the weapon is clean, lubricated, and

serviceable.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference Infantry T&R Manual, weapons section.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-PLAT-5200
0321-COMM-1201: Operate an HF radio set with associated

communications security equipment (CORE)
SUSTAINMENT INTERVAL: 12 months: TL, ATL, PLTSGT, SENCO, DOC

6 months: RO, RM, RS, RSD
3 months: RADCHF
3-B-56
CONDITION: In a tactical situation, given a HF radio set, all
accessories, another station, frequencies, and call signs.
STANDARD: Program, set up and make a communication check

with a receiving station utilizing SL-3 or field expedient
antenna in secure mode during a designated communications
window.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. See Manufacturer’s Operator Manual
2. See MCRP 3-40.3B Radio Operator's Handbook
3. See MCRP 3-40.3C Antenna Handbook
RELATED COLL:
0321-COMM-4201 0321-PAT-4105
0321-SURV-4402 0321-OPS-7102
REFERENCES:
1. TM 07748A-12/1 Operator's Manual AN/PRC-104
2. MCI 25.32, HF/UHF Field Radio Equipment
3. FMFRP 3-34 Field Antenna Handbook
4. MCRP 3-40.3B Radio Operators Handbook
5. PRC-150 Operator's Handbook, Harris Corp.
RESOURCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.01.01
0321-COMM-1202: Operate a UHF radio set with associated

communications security equipment (CORE)

3 months: RADCHF
CONDITION: In a tactical situation, given a UHF radio set, all

STANDARD: Program, set up and make a communications check with

a receiving station in secure mode during a designated
communications window.
3-B-57
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. See Manufacturer’s Operator's Manual
2. See MCRP 3-40.3C Antenna Handbook
RELATED COLL:
0321-MOBL-4108 0321-COMM-4201 0321-ITG-4501 0321-HELO-4903
REFERENCES:
1. TO 31R2-2 PRC-113-1- Operator's Manual, AN/PRC-113
2. MCI 25.32, HF/UHF Field Radio Equipment
4. PRC-117 Operator Handbook
RESOURCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.01.02
0321-COMM-1203: Communicate using a VHF field radio with

associated communications security equipment. (CORE)

3 months: RADCHF
CONDITION: In a tactical situation, given a VHF radio set, all

STANDARD: Program, set up and make a communication check with a

receiving station utilizing SL-3 or field expedient antenna in
secure mode during a designated communications window.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. See MCRP 3-40.3A TALK II-SINCGARS Multi-service
Communications Procedures for the Single-Channel Ground and
Airborne Radio System (ALSA)
3. Refer to TM 11-5820-890-20-1 SINCGARS
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-COMM-4201 0321-BOAT-4903 0321-OPS-7102
3-B-58
REFERENCES:
1. TM 11-5820-890-10-1 Operator's manual, SINCGARS Ground Combat
Net Radio, ICOM
2. MCRP 6-22A MSP For Single Channel Ground & Airborne Radio
System (SINCGARS)
3. FM 24-18 Tactical Single-Channel Radio Communication
Techniques
4. MCI 25.38, Single Channel Ground Airborne Radio System
(SINCGARS) (AN/PRC 119)
RESOURCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.01.11
0321-COMM-1204: Employ field expedient/directional antennas

(CORE)

3 months: RADCHF
CONDITION: In a tactical situation, given a HF or VHF radio and

accessories, requiring a directional or an omni directional
antenna, a receiving station, frequency, call signs, 1:50,000
military map and compass, and a field expedient antenna kit.
STANDARD: Construct and use an appropriate antenna to establish

communication with a receiving station within a designated
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to MCRP 3-40.3C Antenna Handbook
2. Refer to TM 11-5985-391-20P SORAK Antenna
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT -4103 0321-MOBL-4108
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
3-B-59
1. OLD ITS 0321.01.04
2. A directional antenna is used if enemy interception/imitation
prohibits the use of an omni-directional antenna.
3. This task should include at a minimum: vertical half rhombic
antenna, sloping wire antenna, half wave center fed antenna, or
a vertical wire antenna. The reference contains information on
several others.
4. Beware of lightning hazards when performing this task.
0321-COMM-1205: Employ encryption/decryption/authentication

sheets in communications (CORE)

3 months: RADCHF
CONDITION: In a tactical situation, given a HF or VHF radio and

accessories, receiving station, CEOI, and appropriate
encryption/decryption material.
STANDARD: Authenticate a challenge within one minute. Perform

encryption and decryption of message traffic as required.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer MCRP 3-40.3B Radio Operator's Handbook
2. Refer to instructions associated with AKAC-1553
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4103 0321-MOBL-4108
REFERENCES:
1. MCWP 3-36.1 Electronic Warfare
3. TM 11-5985-391-20P SORAK Antenna
5. AKAC-1553
6. Soldier's Manual of Common Tasks, Skill Levels 2, 3 and 4
RESOURCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.01.05
3-B-60
2. Utilize Greenwich Mean Time with AKAC.
3. Marine should know when a challenge is initiated, and why.
0321-COMM-1206: Transmit a message using NATO report format

(CORE)

3 months: RADCHF
CONDITION: In a tactical situation and a mission requiring

submission of a NATO format report.
STANDARD: Establish communication with a receiving station and

transmit a NATO report in secure mode during a designated
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to MCRP 3-40.3B Radio Operator's Handbook
2. Refer to MCRP 2-15.3B
RELATED COLL:
0321-COMM-4201
REFERENCES:
3. MCRP 2-15.3 Ground Reconnaissance Operations (FMFM 2-2)
RESOURCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.01.08
0321-COMM-1207: Waterproof communication equipment (CORE)

3 months: RADCHF
CONDITION: Given a radio and appropriate waterproofing

materials to the operating environment.
3-B-61
STANDARD: Operationally waterproof hand held and manpack
radios. (See Admin Instructions)
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to MCRP 3-02C Marine Combat Water Survival
2. Refer to MCRP 3-11.3A Special Forces Waterborne Operations
(TC 31-25)
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4101 0321-BOAT-4901 0321-JUMP-4901 0321-JUMP-4904
REFERENCES:
3. TC 31-25 Special Forces Waterborne Operations
4. MCRP 3-02C Marine Combat Water Survival
1. Radios must be double waterproofed prior to transit through
water.
2. Upon completion of water movement, radios must be capabable
of establishing communications with another station.
3. Waterproofing techniques utilized must allow for use and easy
reapplication of waterproofing materials for continued use.
0321-COMM-1208: Operate ancillary Digital Message Processing

Equipment (CORE)

3 months: RADCHF
CONDITION: In a tactical situation, given manpack radio and

ancillary digital processing equipment, with appropriate
frequencies, and a base receiving station.
STANDARD: Transmit and receive digital formatted messages and

photographs during a designated communications window.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to current Operator's Manuals for T/E Equipment.
RELATED COLL:
0321-COMM-4201
3-B-62
REFERENCES:
1. TM 08487A-14/1 DCT Pocket Checklist
3. VIASAT Email User's Guide (No TM)
4. (MSIDS) MAGTF Secondary Imagery Dissemination System (No TM)
5. Appropriate Technical Manuals
RESOURCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.01.09
0321-COMM-1209: Operate unit T/E Man Pack Satellite

Communication Equipment (CORE)

3 months: RADCHF
CONDITION: In a tactical situation, given T/E Man Pack

satellite communications equipment with associated
communications security equipment.
STANDARD: Program, set up and make a communications check with

a receiving station in secure mode during a designated
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to TM 10191A-12&P/1A AN/PSC-5
2. Refer to Operator's Manual for AN/PRC-117
RELATED COLL:
0321-MOBL-4108
REFERENCES:
1. MCWP 6-22, Communications
2. TM 5895-34-12 Radio Set AN/PSC-3
3. Operator's Manual, Radio Set AN/PSC-5
4. PRC-117 Operator Handbook
RESOURCES:
3-B-63
1. OLD ITS 0321.01.10
0321-FSPT-1301: Engage a target with indirect fires (CORE)
SUSTAINMENT INTERVAL: 18 months: RM, RS, RSD, RADCHF, DOC

9 months: ATL, RO, SENCO
3 months: TL, PLTSGT

observer, static or moving, all required communications and
target location equipment, locate and engage target with
indirect fires utilizing Grid, Polar or Shift methods.
STANDARD: Transmit call for fire request and adjust fires to

achieve effective fire on target within 3 adjustments.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to MCWP 3-16.6 Supporting Arms Observer, Spotter, and
Controller
2. Refer to MCWP 3-16 Fire Support Coordination in the Ground
Combat Element
3. Refer to MCRP 3-16.6A J-Fire Multi-service Procedures for the
Joint Application of Firepower
RELATED COLL:
0321-MOUT-4103
REFERENCES:
1. MCWP 3-16.6 Supporting Arms Observer, Spotter, and Controller
2. MCWP 3-16 Fire Support Coordination in the Ground Combat
Element
3. MCWP 3-16.1 Artillery Operations
4. MCRP 3-16.6A J-Fire Multi-service Procedures for the Joint
Application of Firepower
5. FMFM 2-7 Fire Support in Marine Air-Ground Task Force
Operations (MCWP 3-43.3-MAGTF Fires)
RESOURCES:
1. Supporting indirect fire
2. Impact area
3-B-64
Weapon: M252 81mm medium extended range mortar
DODIC Quantity
C869 CTG, 81mm, HE W/FZ PD 4 each
1. OLD ITS 0321.02.01
2. The Marine must call for fire using grid, polar coordinate,
and shift from a known point missions.
3. The Marine must be trained to adjust rounds on target using
both the bracketing and creeping methods, and understand when
each is used.
4. This task will be trained on ISMT, TSFO or similar training
devices prior to expending live rounds.
0321-FSPT-1302: Plan for the employment of supporting arms for

a reconnaissance patrol. (CORE)

CONDITION: During the planning phase of a mission, given a fire

support annex.
STANDARD: Develop and submit a fire support plan to the

supported unit for approval prior to issuance of team patrol
order.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to FMFM 6-18 Fire Support Coordination in the Ground
Combat Element
3. Refer to FMFM 2-7 MAGTF Fires
Combat Element
RELATED COLL:
0321-FSPT-4303
REFERENCES:
1. FMFM 2-7 MAGTF Fires
2. FMFM 6-18 Fire Support Coordination in the Ground Combat
Element
3-B-65
3. MCWP 3-23.1 Close Air Support
4. FM 7-90 Tactical Employment of Mortars
0321-FSPT-2301: Adjust naval gunfire (CORE PLUS)


observer, all required communications and target location
equipment, locate and engage target with Naval surface fires.
STANDARD: Transmit call for fire request and adjust fires to

achieve effective fire on target within 6 adjustments.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
Controller
RELATED COLL:
0321-MOBL-4103
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. TSFO - Trainer Support Forward Observer
1. OLD ITS 0321.02.02
2. This task will be trained on TSFO.
0321-FSPT-2303: Coordinate a request for a preplanned Close Air

Support (CAS) mission (CORE PLUS)
3-B-66
CONDITION: During the planning phase of a mission, given a

close air support annex and a (JTAR).
STANDARD: Compete a Joint Tactical Air Strike Request (JTAR)

and submit for approval prior to issuance of patrol order.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
Combat Element
RELATED COLL:
0321-MOBL-4103
REFERENCES:
1. FM 6-20-40 Fire Support For Brigade Operations (Heavy)
2. MCWP 3-16 Fire Support Coordination in the Ground Combat
Element
0321-FSPT-2304: Direct a Close Air Support (CAS) strike

(COREPLUS)

CONDITION: In a tactical environment involving a Close Air

Support (CAS) strike, target location equipment, target, an
attack aircraft with ordnance, aircraft check in information,
enemy and friendly situations, attack restrictions, and a radio.
STANDARD: Engage a target to suppress, neutralize or destroy

the target as required.
3-B-67
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
2. Refer to MCWP 3-23.1 Close Air support
RELATED COLL:
0321-MOBL-4103
REFERENCES:
1. FM 6-20-40 Fire Support For Brigade Operations (Heavy)
2. MCWP 3-22.1 Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses (SEAD)
RESOURCES:
1. Close Air Support (CAS) aircraft / Forward Air Controller
(FAC)
2. Impact area
3. Laser safe and approved impact area
5. Combined Arms Staff Trainer
1. OLD ITS 0321.02.03
0321-FSPT-2305: Conduct IMMEDIATE specialty missions. (CORE

PLUS)

CONDITION: Given a topographic map, compass, protractor, and a

target that needs to be immediately suppressed.
STANDARD: Correctly transmitting a Call For Fire (CFF) within

60 seconds of target identification and ensuring initial target
location is within 300 meters of the actual target location.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
Controller.
3-B-68
RELATED COLL:
0321-FSPT-4300
REFERENCES:
1. FM 6-30 Observed Fire Procedures
RESOURCES:
2. Impact area
1. Per the reference, IMMEDIATE specialty missions include:
immediate suppression, smoke and illumination.
0321-FSPT-2306: Conduct a coordinated illumination mission.

(CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given a topographic map, compass, protractor, a

target, and suspected enemy activity detected during the hours
of darkness.
STANDARD: Illumination call for fire is transmitted within 60

seconds of detecting suspected enemy activity; illumination is
adjusted to illuminate the suspected target; the suspected
target is positively identified as enemy; HE call for fire is
transmitted within 60 seconds of identifying the target as
enemy; initial HE round is within 200 meters of the actual
target; and, the HE FFE is within +/- 50 meters of the actual
target.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Transmit the complete illumination Call For Fire (CFF), in
proper sequence.
2. Determine and transmit subsequent corrections to include HOB,
if required.
3. Once target is illuminated, determine target location.
4. Transmit coordinated illumination Call For Fire (CFF), in
proper sequence.
5. Determine and transmit subsequent corrections within 15
seconds of High Explosive (HE) round impact.
3-B-69
6. Request Fire For Effect (FFE).
7. Transmit refinement data (if any), Record as Target (if
desired), End of Mission (required), and surveillance
(required).
RELATED COLL:
0321-FSPT-4302
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
2. Impact area

DODIC Quantity
C871 CTG, 81mm, ILLUM W/FZ UK 8 each
0321-FSPT-2307: Operate T/E target location/designation

equipment (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given the references, a laser range finder, a

compass, a map, a designated target, and communications with the
Fire Direction Center (FDC).
STANDARD: Per the references, accurately measuring and

announcing the target distance, to the nearest 10 meters.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Determine observer target direction.
2. Remove the lens cover.
3. Set the PWR switch at ON.
4. Aim the laser at the target.
5. Laze the target.
6. Express range to the target.
7. Use the minimum range setting, when appropriate, or when the
multiple target warning light illuminates.
8. Transmit the Call For Fire (CFF) using polar plot data.
3-B-70
9. Determine range to burst and transmit appropriate deviation
and range corrections.
10. Request Fire For Effect (FFE).
11. Transmit refinement data (if any), Record as Target (if
desired), End of Mission (required), and surveillance
(required).
12. Set the PWR switch at OFF.
RELATED COLL:
0321-FSPT-4303
REFERENCES:
3. TM 11-5860-201-10 Laser Infrared Observation Set AN/GVS-5
RESOURCES:
2. Laser safe and approved impact area

DODIC Quantity
0321-SURV-1401: Execute surveillance of an objective (CORE)

CONDITION: In a tactical environment, given the required

personnel and equipment and a observation post.
STANDARD: Conduct surveillance and report information as

required by the patrol order.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4104 0321-SURV-4401
REFERENCES:
3-B-71
4. TM 11-5855-213-10 Operator's Manual for Night Vision Sight
Individual Served Weapon AN/PVS-4
RESOURCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.04.01
2. The Marine must show proficiency with all available
observation equipment.
0321-SURV-1402: Prepare a panoramic/military sketch (CORE)

CONDITION: In a tactical environment, given a mission, required

personnel, equipment, observation post, graph paper,
pencils, protractor, clipboard, a piece of string and a
straight edge.
STANDARD: Sketch a objective utilizing the panoramic or military

sketch method as per mission requirement.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to MCWP 3-15.3 Scout Sniping
RELATED COLL:
0321-MOBL-4100
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.04.02
3-B-72
0321-SURV-1403: Conduct surveillance planning to support
special operations (CORE)
SUSTAINMENT INTERVAL: 6 months: TL, PLTSGT, SENCO, RADCHF, DOC
CONDITION: Given a reconnaissance unit, an order with specific

objectives and proper authorization.
STANDARD: Plan and prepare surveillance to include detailed

logistics and communications plan and address specified
jurisdictional restraints.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Specify objectives of the surveillance.
2. Specify the duration of surveillance activities.
3. Determine type of surveillance.
4. Determine personnel requirements.
5. Determine liaison requirements.
6. Determine any jurisdictional or ROE restraints.
7. Determine special training/coordination requirements.
8. Determine special equipment requirements.
9. Prepare a communications plan.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4101
REFERENCES:
1. MCRP 3-33A, Counter Guerilla Operations
2. MCWP 2-14 Counterintelligence
3. MCWP 3-33.5 Counterinsurgency Operations
0321-SURV-1404: Employ organic photography equipment. (CORE)

CONDITION: In a tactical environment, given a mission order,

required personnel, MSIDS and radio set, and a receiving
station.
STANDARD: Target is photographed, image(s) are processed and

viewable, and data is transmitted to receiving station in secure
mode without compromise during designated communications window.
3-B-73
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to (MSIDS) MAGTF Secondary Imagery Dissemination System
(No TM)
2. Refer to VIASAT Email User's Guide (No TM)
3. Refer to D-30 Camera Operator's Manual
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4100 0321-MOBL-4100 0321-SENS-4701
REFERENCES:
1. D-30 Camera Operator's Manual
2. (MSIDS) MAGTF Secondary Imagery Dissemination System (No TM)
3. VIASAT Email User's Guide (No TM)
RESOURCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.04.14
0321-ITG -1501: Provide initial/terminal guidance for assault

support craft (CORE PLUS)
SUSTAINMENT INTERVAL: 18 months: ATL, RO, RM, RS, RSD, RADCHF,

DOC
12 months: TL, PLTSGT, SENCO
CONDITION: In a tactical environment given proper signaling

equipment IAW the signaling plan and mission specific guidance.
STANDARD: Set up landing site, establish communications and be

prepared to guide assault support craft prior to the arrival of
supported unit.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to MCRP 3-11.4 Tactical Fundamentals of Helicopterborne
Operations
2. Refer to MCRP 2-15.3 Ground Reconnaissance Operations
3. In accordance with signal plan.
RELATED COLL:
0321-ITG -4501
REFERENCES:
3-B-74
Operations
4. MARFORLANT/PAC INST, P3000.15, Standard Procedures for
Raiding Craft
RESOURCES:
2. Beach suitable for amphibious landing
1. OLD ITS 0321.05.04
0321-NBC-1601: Perform operator maintenance for an M40 field

protective mask with hood (CORE)

CONDITION: Given an M40 field protective mask with hood, a

bristle brush, cheesecloth, and a clean, soft rag.
STANDARD: In accordance with TM 3-4240-339-10.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference TM 3-4240-339-10 Operator's Manual for Chemical-
Biological Mask, M40
RELATED COLL:
0321-NBC-4600
REFERENCES:
1. TM 3-4240-339-10 Operator's Manual for Chemical-Biological
Mask, M40
0321-NBC-1602: Don an M40 field protective mask with hood

(CORE)

3-B-75
CONDITION: Given an M40 field protective mask with hood and
carrier, while wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: By donning and clearing the mask within 9 seconds and

adjusting the hood within 15 seconds of an NBC alarm.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-NBC-4600
REFERENCES:
Mask, M40
0321-NBC-1603: Drink from a canteen while wearing an M40 field

protective mask with hood (CORE)

CONDITION: Given an individual weapon, while wearing a fighting

load and while wearing the M40 FPM.
STANDARD: Successfully drink water from canteen without

becoming a casualty.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-NBC-4600
REFERENCES:
Mask, M40
0321-NBC-1604: Don personal protective equipment to MOPP Level

4 (CORE)
3-B-76
CONDITION: Given an order to assume each MOPP level, chemical

protective over-garments, chemical protective boots, an M40
field protective mask with hood and carrier, M8 or M9 chemical
detection paper, and rubber gloves.
STANDARD: By donning the equipment required for each MOPP

level, without help, meeting the prescribed MOPP level in a time
of eight minutes.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to FM 3-7 NBC Handbook
RELATED COLL:
0321-NBC-4600
REFERENCES:
1. MCWP 3-37.2 NBC Protection
RESOURCES:
1. MOPP suits / NBC equipment
0321-NBC-1605: Perform self-aid for a nerve agent (CORE)

CONDITION: Given a MARK I nerve agent antidote and an M40 field

protective mask with hood and carrier, while wearing a fighting
load.
STANDARD: In accordance with FMFM 11-11.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Don and clear an M40 field protective mask with hood.
2. Remove 1 MARK I from your protective mask carrier, pocket of
the MOPP suit.
3. With the non-dominant hand, hold the auto-injectors by the
plastic clip so the larger auto-injector is on top and both are
positioned in front of you at eye level.
3-B-77
4. With the dominant hand, check the injection site (thigh or
buttocks) for buttons or objects in pockets which may interfere
with the injections.
5. With the same hand, grasp the atropine auto-injector with the
thumb and first 2 fingers.
6. Pull the injector out of the clip with a smooth motion to arm
the auto-injector.
7. Hold the auto-injector with your thumb and 2 fingers.
8. Position the green end of the injector against the injection
site.
9. Apply firm even pressure to the injector until it pushes the
needle into your thigh or buttocks.
10. Hold the injector firmly in place for at least 10 seconds.
Firm pressure automatically triggers the coiled spring
mechanism, plunging the needle through the clothing into the
muscle and at the same time, injecting the antidote into the
muscle tissue.
11. Carefully remove the auto-injector from the injection site.
12. Place the used atropine injector carefully between the
little finger and the ring finger of the hand that is holding
the remaining auto-injector and the clip.
13. Pull the 2 PAM Cl injector out of the clip and inject it in
the same manner as steps 6 to 11.
14. If symptoms continue, seek buddy aid to administer
additional sets of injections.
RELATED COLL:
0321-NBC-4600
REFERENCES:
1. FMFM 11-11 Treatment of Chemical Agent Casualties and
Conventional Military Chemical Injuries
1. This task should be trained to standard utilizing a trainer
kit.
2. Refer to 5711 SME prior to conducting this training.
0321-NBC-1606: Transmit an NBC-1 Report (CORE)

CONDITION: Given a map, a casualty, and a radio, while wearing

a fighting load.
3-B-78
STANDARD: By including each of the required items.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Transmit strike serial number.
2. Transmit position of observer.
3. Transmit azimuth of attack from observer.
4. Transmit date and time attack started.
5. Transmit time attack ended, if known.
6. Transmit location of attack.
7. Transmit means of delivery.
8. Transmit type of agent and height of burst.
9. Transmit type and number of munitions or aircraft.
10. Transmit description of terrain.
11. Transmit date and time contamination detected.
12. Transmit representative downwind direction and wind speed.
13. Transmit temperature, cloud cover, weather phenomenon, and
air stability.
14. Transmit any additional remarks.
RELATED COLL:
0321-NBC-4600
REFERENCES:
0321-NBC-1607: Prepare for NBC Operations (CORE)

CONDITION: Given protective over-garment ensemble, protective

mask, and a directive to put on protective clothing to meet
prescribed MOPP levels in an uncontaminated area.
STANDARD: Each individual carrying appropriate protective

equipment, detection/decontamination materials and first aid
equipment.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to the references and unit SOP's.
RELATED COLL:
0321-NBC-4600
3-B-79
REFERENCES:
0321-NBC-1608: Respond to a chemical agent attack (CORE)

CONDITION: Unit is subjected to a chemical agent attack. Site

should support the type of training being conducted, and permit
the safe use of simulators and training devices.
STANDARD: Marines have donned appropriate protective equipment,

casualties treated and evacuated, site marked, report forwarded.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to references and unit SOP's.
RELATED COLL:
0321-NBC-4600
REFERENCES:
0321-NBC-1609: Perform individual decontamination (CORE)

CONDITION: Given an M291 Skin Decontamination kit (SDK), an

M295 Individual Equipment Decontamination Kit (IEDK), and an M40
field protective mask hood and carrier, while wearing a fighting
load.
3-B-80
STANDARD: Marines use equipment without getting contamination
on their skin. Contamination has not spread.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to MCWP 3-37.3 NBC Decontamination.
RELATED COLL:
0321-NBC-4600
REFERENCES:
0321-NBC-1610: Conduct MOPP gear exchange (CORE)

CONDITION: The unit is in MOPP 4 and the gear has been

contaminated.
STANDARD: Contaminated clothing is removed without transfer of

contamination.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to MCWP 3-37.3 NBC Decontamination.
RELATED COLL:
0321-NBC-4600
REFERENCES:
3. MCRP 3-37a NBC Handbook
RESOURCES:
2. MOPP suits/NBC equipment
0321-NBC-2601: Lead a unit in a nuclear, biological, and

chemical (NBC) environment (CORE PLUS)
3-B-81
SUSTAINMENT INTERVAL: 6 months: TL, ATL, PLTSGT
CONDITION: Given a unit and an order with a mission to conduct

operations in an NBC environment.
STANDARD: To maintain an effective combat force after the NBC

attack, and accomplish the higher headquarters' mission.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Supervise and enforce preparations for the appropriate MOPP
level.
2. Supervise maintenance of protection, detection, and
decontamination equipment.
3. Execute assigned mission.
4. Apply proper detection and protection procedures before,
during, and after an NBC attack.
5. Conduct reconnaissance, monitoring, and survey.
6. Submit NBC reports to higher headquarters.
7. Conduct decontamination.
RELATED COLL:
0321-NBC-4602
REFERENCES:
1. MCWP 3-37 MAGTF NBC Defense Operations
4. MCWP 3-37.4 NBC Reconnaissance
5. FMFM 3-11 Chemical Operations Principals and Fundamentals
6. MCRP 3-37A NBC Field Handbook
7. MCRP 3-37B Field Behavior of NBC Agents
0321-SENS-2701: Emplace remote sensors. (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: In a tactical environment, given a reconnaissance

team, remote sensors and test equipment, sensor surveillance
plan, and monitoring sites.
STANDARD: Emplace and test remote sensor according to remote

sensor plan during the conduct of a reconnaissance patrol.
3-B-82
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to MCWP 2-15.1 Remote Sensor Operations, chapter 5.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PAT-4100 0321-MOBL-4100
REFERENCES:
1. MCWP 3-36.1 Electronic Warfare
3. MCWP 2-1 Intelligence Operations
RESOURCES:
1. Ground Sensor Platoon with T/E equipment
1. OLD ITS 0321.04.12
2. Proficiency in this task requires that the operator be able
to identify the components of each sensor/relay, describe their
operating characteristics, and understand their capabilities and
limitations.
0321-SENS-2702: Recover remote sensors (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: In a tactical environment, given a reconnaissance

team, a sketch map, and/or an implant report, a field or string
of sensors, and a mission to recover sensors.
STANDARD: Recover remote sensors according to remote sensor plan

during the conduct of a reconnaissance patrol.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to MCWP 2-15.1 Remote Sensor Operations
RELATED COLL:
0321-MOBL-4100
REFERENCES:
2. MCWP 2-1 Intelligence Operations
3-B-83
RESOURCES:
1. Ground Sensor Platoon with T/E equipment
1. OLD ITS 0321.04.13
0321-DEMO-1801: Emplace and Recover M18A1 Claymore mine (CORE)

CONDITION: Given an M18A1 Claymore mine and associated

accessories, in a tactical environment, during both daylight and
darkness, and wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: Properly set up and recover the mine in accordance

with the operating instructions in the carrying bag.
P
ERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference Individual Event 0311-1-232 Infantry T&R Manual
2. Refer to FM 23-23 Antipersonnel mine M18A1 Claymore
RELATED COLL:
0321-DEMO-4802
REFERENCES:
2. Infantry T&R Manual
RESOURCES:

DODIC Quantity
K143 MINE, APERS, M18A1, W/ACCES 1 each
Expenditure of ammunition is not required. K144 MINE,
APERS, M18, INERT may also be used to standard.
1. OLD ITS 0321.04.15
2. This task can be trained to standard with inert claymore
training devices.
3-B-84
3. Ensure all range regulations are adhered to and safety
regulations enforced.
0321-DEMO-1802: Employ an M67 fragmentation grenade (CORE)

CONDITION: Given an M67 fragmentation grenade and a stationary

target, while wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: Demonstrate proper employment techniques with the M67

Fragmentation grenade per the reference by achieving impact on 2
of 3 targets cover at each station consisting of troops in the
open, troops with overhead cover and troops without overhead
within the effective casualty radius of the grenade.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference Infantry T&R Manual 0351-1-256/257
2. Reference FM 23-30
RELATED COLL:
0321-DEMO-4802
REFERENCES:
2. Infantry T&R Manual
RESOURCES:
1. Grenade pit with stationary target

DODIC Quantity
G881 GRENADE, HAND, FRAG, M67 1 each
1. Safety personnel in place IAW local range safety regulations
if live ammunition is used.
2. This task can be conducted to standard with practice
grenades.
3-B-85
0321-DEMO-2801: Engage targets with Claymore mines using
conventional or improvised firing techniques. (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given an M18A1 claymore mine kit, associated

materials conventional or improvised, in a tactical environment,
and wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: By achieving detonation of the blasting cap, detonate

the mine. The explosion must cover the designated area.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
2. Refer to FM 23-23 Antipersonnel mine M18A1 Claymore
3. Refer to TM 9-1375-213-12 Demolition Materials
RELATED COLL:
0321-DEMO-4802
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. IAW safety requirements of local range regulations.
0321-DEMO-2802: Construct and detonate an electric firing

system (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given an M6 electric blasting cap, firing wire, an

M51 test set, M2 cap crimpers, explosive charge, and a blasting
machine, while wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: Achieve detonation of the blasting cap.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
3-B-86
2. Refer to FM 5-34 Engineer Field Data; Field Expedient Charges
3. Refer to FM 5-25 Explosives and Demolitions
RELATED COLL:
0321-DEMO-4802
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. Demolitions Range

DODIC Quantity
M030 CHG, DEMO, 1/4 LB BLOCK TNT 1 each
M130 CAP, BLASTING, ELEC 1 each
0321-DEMO-2803: Construct and detonate a non-electric firing

system (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given an M7 non-electric blasting cap, M700 time

fuse, a fuse igniters, explosive charge, and M2 cap crimpers,
while wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: Achieve detonation of the blasting cap.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-DEMO-4802
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
3-B-87
DODIC Quantity
M030 CHG, DEMO, 1/4 LB BLOCK TNT 1 each
M131 CAP, BLASTING, NON-ELEC 1 each
M670 FUZE, BLASTING, TIME 1 each
M766 IGNITOR, TIME, BLASTING, M60 1 each
0321-DEMO-2804: Detonate a detonating cord single/dual-firing

system (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given detonating cord, an initiation set, and

explosive charges, while wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: Achieve detonation of the charge.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-DEMO-4802
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
0321-DEMO-2805: Clear an electrical and non-electrical firing

system misfire (CORE PLUS)

3-B-88
CONDITION: Given an unexploded charge primed with an electric
or non-electric firing system, an M51 test set, a blasting
machine, and 1 pound, primed charge, while wearing a fighting
load.
STANDARD: By ensuring sympathetic detonation of the charge.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-DEMO-4802
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:

DODIC Quantity
M032 CHG, DEMO, 1-LB BLOCK TNT 1 each
M130 CAP, BLASTING, ELEC 1 each
1. EOD support IAW with local range regulations
0321-DEMO-2806: Clear a detonating cord firing system misfire

(CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given an unexploded, detonating primed charge; and an

initiation set; while wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: By ensuring sympathetic detonation of the charge.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
3-B-89
RELATED COLL:
0321-DEMO-4802
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:

DODIC Quantity
M032 CHG, DEMO, 1-LB BLOCK TNT 1 each
M456 DETONATING CORD 30 each
1. EOD support IAW local range regulations.
0321-DEMO-2807: Employ an M49A1 surface trip flare (CORE PLUS)
SUSTAINMENT INTERVAL: 6 months: TL, ATL, RO, RM, RS, RSD, PLTSGT,
SENCO, RADCHF, DOC
CONDITION: Given an M49A1 surface trip flare, while wearing a

fighting load.
STANDARD: In accordance with FM 23-30 or instruction sheet

contained within M49A1 packing material.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to FM 23-30 Grenades and Pyrotechnic Signals for
handling procedures.
RELATED COLL:
0321-DEMO-4802
REFERENCES:
2. FM 20-32 Mine/Countermine Operations
3-B-90
DODIC Quantity
L495 FLARE, SURFACE, TRIP, M49A1 1 each
1. This task includes requirements for both emplacement and
recovery.
0321-DEMO-2808: Direct the employment of demolitions (CORE PLUS)
SUSTAINMENT INTERVAL: 6 months: TL, ATL, PLTSGT, SENCO
CONDITION: Given a unit, all necessary demolitions or field

expedient demolitions, and an order with a mission to employ
demolitions.
STANDARD: To successfully employ demolitions to accomplish the

intent of the higher headquarters' order.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Determine demolition requirements.
2. Submit request for additional support and/or material.
3. Supervise preparation of charges and construction of field
expedient demolitions.
4. Provide security for personnel emplacing demolitions.
5. Supervise emplacement of demolitions.
RELATED COLL:
0321-DEMO-4802
REFERENCES:
1. FM 20-32 Mine/Countermine Operations
3. MCRP 3-17A Engineer Field Data
4. FMFM 13-7 MAGTF Breaching Operations
5. NWP 3-15 Mine Warfare
3-B-91
0321-BOAT-1901: Maintain a course using the nautical compass
(CORE)

CONDITION: Given a boat with mounted nautical compass and

deviation card, engine, a start point, an objective, and a
specified distance.
STANDARD: Bring the craft to the given objective within two

degrees of error.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference Dutton's Navigation and Piloting
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4907
REFERENCES:
1. American Practical Navigator Manual
2. Dutton's Navigation and Piloting
3. MCWP 2-15.3, Ground Reconnaissance Operators (FMFM 2-2)
4. Special Forces Waterborne Operations (TC 31-25)
RESOURCES:
1. Sufficient open water to maneuver
1. OLD ITS 0321.06.02
0321-BOAT-1902: Navigate by dead reckoning (CORE)

CONDITION: Given a nautical compass or GPS, small boat,

required nautical charts, PBC MK-3 plotting board, a starting
point, and an objective.
STANDARD: Plot within six seconds of accuracy. Measure

distance to within one tenth of a mile, and direction to
within one degree of error. Navigate to the given objective.
3-B-92
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference Dutton's Navigation and Piloting
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4907
REFERENCES:
3. Nautical Chart Abbreviations and Symbols
RESOURCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.06.03
0321-BOAT-1903: Navigate using coastal piloting (CORE)

CONDITION: Given a nautical compass or GPS, small boat, PBC MK-3

plotting board, starting point and an objective.
STANDARD: Navigate to the given objective.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference Chapman’s Piloting, Seamanship and Small Boat
Handling
REFERENCES:
2. Chapman’s Piloting, Seamanship and Small Boat Handling
RESOURCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.06.04
3-B-93
0321-BOAT-1904: Navigate using nautical charts and associated
equipment (CORE)

CONDITION: Given a nautical chart, SL-3 complete craft, an

assigned objective, dividers, mechanical compass or GPS, PBC MK-
3 plotting board, and a parallel ruler.
STANDARD: Navigate over a distance of 2 nautical miles to a

predetermined objective plus or minus 8 seconds.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Ensure the correct nautical chart is available.
2. Determine magnetic variation.
3. Determine distance between two points.
4. Identify scale of the chart.
5. Locate information block and explain its contents.
6. Determine water depths.
7. Identify water, land, and manmade features.
8. Employ the PBC MK-3 plotting board for long range navigation.
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4907
REFERENCES:
3. Nautical Chart Abbreviations and Symbols
RESOURCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.06.05
0321-BOAT-1905: Tow a small craft. (CORE)

PLTSGT, SENCO,
3-B-94
CONDITION: Assigned as a coxswain, given a small craft and
either a second small craft or a fiberglass hull boat, and
required equipment.
STANDARD: By utilizing the correct and safe procedures to

preclude damage to craft or injury to personnel.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
Handling
2. Reference TM 09665B\10717A-CD 55 Horsepower Engine
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4907
REFERENCES:
2. TM 09665B\10717A-CD 55 Horsepower Engine
RESOURCES:
0321-BOAT-1906: Compute a compensated azimuth (CORE)

CONDITION: Given a nautical chart, a parallel ruler, a compass,

Tide Tables, a pencil, paper, and a desired time of drop off and
landing point(s).
STANDARD: Calculate the compensated azimuth from drop off

location to the desired landing point on the beach.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Determine the strength of currents.
2. Construct the tidal current offset.
3. Calculate the time required for passage from uncompensated
launch point (ULP).
4. Compute the effect of current.
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4907
3-B-95
REFERENCES:
3. American Practical Navigator, Volumes I and II
1. OLD ITS 0321.06.07
0321-BOAT-1907: Operate the Outboard Engine. (CORE)

CONDITION: Assigned as a coxswain, given a small craft SL-3

complete, outboard engine SL-3 complete, and mission.
STANDARD: By operating the craft with the outboard engine to

complete the mission safely, per the references.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Prepare the fuel bladder.
2. Conduct a pre-operation check.
3. Conduct cold engine start-up procedures.
4. Conduct warm engine start up procedures.
5. Conduct a cooling system check.
6. Conduct emergency start-up procedures.
7. Operate the outboard engine throttle handle.
8. Shift gears.
9. Stop a running outboard engine.
10. De-water the outboard engine.
11. Troubleshoot engine problems.
12. Conduct a post-operation check.
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4906
REFERENCES:
1. OMC 55 HP Outboard Engine Manual
RESOURCES:
3-B-96
1. Conducted in conjunction with an open water transit.
2. Adhere to safety regulations per unit SOP.
0321-BOAT-1908: Conduct First Echelon Maintenance on an

Outboard Engine. (CORE)

CONDITION: Assigned as a coxswain, given an outboard engine,

required equipment, and references.
STANDARD: By inspecting and identifying deficiencies and

performing preventative maintenance to ensure the engines remain
combat capable, per the references.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference TM 09665B\10717A-CD 55 Horsepower Engine
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4905
REFERENCES:
1. OMC 55 HP Outboard Engine Manual
0321-BOAT-1909: Conduct First Echelon Maintenance on small

craft. (CORE)

CONDITION: Assigned as a coxswain, given a small craft,

required equipment, and references.
STANDARD: By inspecting and identifying deficiencies and

performing preventative maintenance to ensure the small craft
remains combat capable, per the references.
3-B-97
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4905
REFERENCES:
1. TM 4700-15/1, Marine Corps Equipment Forms and Records
0321-BOAT-1910: Prepare a small craft for operation. (CORE)

CONDITION: Given an SL-3 complete small craft with necessary

equipment.
STANDARD: Inspect and make craft ready for employment.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to TM 09665B\10717A-CD 55 Horsepower Engine
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4905
REFERENCES:
1. TM 4700-15/1, Marine Corps Equipment Forms and Records
0321-BOAT-1911: Organize a boat team. (CORE)

CONDITION: Assigned as a coxswain, given a small craft, boat

team, and a mission.
STANDARD: By assigning positions and responsibilities to the

boat team members to operate the small craft, per the
references.
3-B-98
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to TM 09665B\10717A-CD 55 Horsepower Engine
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4904
REFERENCES:
0321-BOAT-1912: Come alongside another vessel. (CORE)

CONDITION: Assigned as the coxswain, given a small craft and a

stand-on vessel.
STANDARD: By maneuvering the small craft alongside the stand-on

vessel to transfer troops and equipment, per the reference.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference COHDINST MI6114.5A, U. S. Coast Guard Boat Crew
Seamanship Manual
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4907
REFERENCES:
1. COHDINST MI6114.5A, U. S. Coast Guard Boat Crew Seamanship
Manual
RESOURCES:
1. Intermediate support vessel
0321-BOAT-1913: Conduct landing procedures with a small craft.

(CORE)
3-B-99
CONDITION: Assigned as a coxswain, during daylight hours or

limited visibility, given a small craft, and a mission.
STANDARD: By safely maneuvering through a surf zone to insert

troops on a beach landing site (BLS), per the references.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. In accordance with the references.
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4907
REFERENCES:
2. M16114.5, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual
Raiding Craft
4. COMNAVSURFPAC Joint Surf Manual
RESOURCES:
0321-BOAT-1914: Execute a clandestine landing and withdrawal.

(CORE)

CONDITION: In a tactical environment, assigned as a coxswain,

given a small craft, boat team, at night or limited visibility.
STANDARD: By executing proper coxswain/boat team actions for a

safe and successful landing and withdrawal, per the references.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference MCRP 2-15.3 Ground Reconnaissance Operations (FMFM
2-2)
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4907
3-B-100
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
0321-BOAT-1915: Maneuver a small craft within a confined space.

(CORE)

CONDITION: Assigned as a coxswain, given a small craft, a

designated route in a confined space, per the mission
requirements.
STANDARD: By safely maneuvering the small craft in the

designated space safely without damage to the craft or
surrounding obstacles while adhering to proper small boat
handling procedures, as stated in the references.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
Handling
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4907
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
0321-BOAT-1916: Execute immediate actions for a capsized boat.

(CORE)

3-B-101
CONDITION: Given an boat team, capsized boat, personal
flotation devices and boat safety equipment.
STANDARD: By righting the capsized boat, per the references.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to Special Forces Waterborne Operations (TC 31-25)
2. Refer to MARFORLANT/PAC INST, P3000.15, Standard Procedures
for Raiding Craft
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4907
REFERENCES:
Raiding Craft
RESOURCES:
1. Conduct broached boat drills.
0321-BOAT-1917: Prepare equipment for transit in maritime

platform (CORE)

CONDITION: Assigned as a boat team member, given mission

essential equipment, and required waterproofing materials.
STANDARD: To ensure it remains dry and mission capable for the

duration of a small craft operation, per the references.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Inspect and conduct operational checks of equipment.
2. Pad and tape sharp edges.
3. Seal the equipment in a waterproof bag/container.
4. Provide an equipment lashing point.
5. Identify which of the three waterproof levels is required.
RELATED COLL:
0321-SWIM-4900
3-B-102
REFERENCES:
2. TM 09665A-13&P/1-1, Operation and Maintenance of the Combat
Rubber Raiding Craft Reconnaissance Craft
RESOURCES:
1. Small Craft - SL3 Complete
2. Waterproofing Materials
3. Tactical Radio
0321-BOAT-2901: Use Tide Tables and Current Charts (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given an area compute tides and currents for a beach

landing site.
STANDARD: Compute the tidal height and determine currents for a

desired time at a given location, within 10 minutes. Use tide
terminology as per the references.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Determine the tide at any given point, and time using the
tide tables.
2. Construct an approximate tidal curve.
3. Determine the tide at any given point, and time using an
approximate tidal curve.
4. Predict set and drift of current at a given time and place.
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4907
REFERENCES:
2. Atlas of Pilot Charts
4. Tidal Current Tables
5. Tide Tables
1. OLD ITS 0321.06.06
3-B-103
0321-BOAT-2902: Conduct an over-the-horizon operation (CORE
PLUS)

CONDITION: Given an insert point, launch point, inflatable boat

with accessories, navigation equipment, and tide and current
tables.
STANDARD: Plan and compute a compensated release point, a beach

landing site, a route, and travel time. Supervise all
preparations and lead the execution of the mission. Boat(s)
must arrive at insert point at required time.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference MCRP 3-31.3A Over-the-Horizon Surface Amphibious
Operations.
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4905
REFERENCES:
2. Atlas of Pilot Charts
4. List of Lights
5. Tidal Current Tables
RESOURCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.06.08
0321-BOAT-2903: Cache a small craft. (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given a mission, a fully equipped small craft, and a

cache site.
3-B-104
STANDARD: By camouflaging and concealing the small craft and
equipment, per the mission requirements, and the reference.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Review mission.
2. Select the site.
3. Place security to cover the site.
4. Camouflage the site and gear.
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4907
REFERENCES:
RESOURCES:
1. Beach suitable for amphibious landing
0321-BOAT-2904: Anchor a small craft. (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given an SL-3 complete small craft and essential

equipment.
STANDARD: At a designated site so that the anchor does not

drag, per the references.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
Handling
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4907
REFERENCES:
0321-BOAT-2906: Operate a small craft from amphibious shipping.

(CORE PLUS)
3-B-105
CONDITION: Assigned as a coxswain, given a small craft,

amphibious shipping and appropriate sea conditions.
STANDARD: By launching and recovering a small craft from

amphibious shipping, per the references.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Identify coxswain responsibilities.
2. State proper man overboard recovery/search procedures.
3. State lost boat recovery procedures.
4. Follow the Nautical Rules of the Road
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4902
REFERENCES:
1. Handbook of Nautical Rules of the Road, 2d Edition
3. COHDINST MI6114.5A, U. S. Coast Guard Boat Crew Seamanship
Manual
RESOURCES:
2. Intermediate support vessel
0321-BOAT-2907: Mount and swing a nautical compass. (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given a compass, compass rose, and an SL-3 complete

small craft.
STANDARD: During small craft operation as required to maintain

course, per the references.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Determine requirement.
2. Mount compass to the craft.
3. Swing the compass, as required.
4. Record deviation, construct a deviation card and mount.
3-B-106
RELATED COLL:
0321-BOAT-4905
REFERENCES:
0321-DIVE-2901: Pre/Post-Dive individual dive equipment

(MK25/SCUBA). (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given a diving brief by a designated supervisor,

individual diving equipment and combat equipment for a open /
closed-circuit underwater infiltration or exfiltration dive
STANDARD: Utilizing the proper pre/post-dive procedures for

individual diving and combat equipment for open / closed-circuit
operations ensuring equipment readiness.
CONCEPT OF TASK: When conducting this task, the Marine is

physically assembling the diving apparatus.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to Technical Manual 09603B-14P/1 MK25 Mod 2 Underwater
Breathing Apparatus (UBA), and SS500-AR-OMI-010/9N865 The Life
Preserver Secumar TSK 2/42.
2. U. S. Navy Diving Manual Rev 4 and associated manufacturer
publication for open circuit diving equipment.
RELATED COLL:
0321-DIVE-4900
REFERENCES:
1. U.S. NAVY, Diving Manual, Rev 4
2. TM 09603B-14P/1 MK25 MOD 2 TECHNICAL MANUAL
3. SS500-AR-OMI-010/9N865 LIFE PRESERVER SECUMAR TSK
2. Requires current Dive Supervisor.
3-B-107
0321-DIVE-2902: Don individual dive equipment (MK25/SCUBA).
(CORE PLUS)


individual weapon, diving and combat equipment for a closed-
circuit underwater infiltration or exfiltration dive
STANDARD: Correctly dress out in individual diving equipment to

receive the Diving Supervisors personnel inspection.
CONCEPT OF TASK: The diver will correctly dress out with

individual equipment
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to U.S. Navy Diving Manual Rev 4.
2. Refer to unit Standard Operating Procedures.
PREREQUISITES:
0321-DIVE-2901 0321-DIVE-2908
RELATED COLL:
0321-DIVE-4900
REFERENCES:
1. U.S. Navy Diving Manual Rev 4
2. FMFM 7-45/FM 31-25, Special Forces Waterborne Operations
4. SS500-AR-OMI-010/9N865 LIFE PRESERVER SECUMAR TSK
1. Participants in this event must be a current Combatant Diver
2. Current Diving Supervisor
0321-DIVE-2903: Execute water entry. (CORE PLUS)

3-B-108
individual weapon, closed-circuit diving and combat equipment,
from land or from aboard a delivery vehicle, utilizing purge
techniques, day or night without the aid of artificial
illumination.
STANDARD: Enter the water safely utilizing the water entry

technique designated by the Diving Supervisor.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Be inspected by the dive supervisor.
2. Enter the water on command.
3. Check individual equipment.
4. Conduct buddy checks.
5. Commence dive mission.
PREREQUISITES:
0321-DIVE-2901 0321-DIVE-2902 0321-DIVE-2908
RELATED COLL:
0321-DIVE-4900
REFERENCES:
2. FM 7-45/FM 31-25, Special Forces Waterborne Operations
0321-DIVE-2904: Communicate underwater. (CORE PLUS)


with or without combat equipment, open / closed-circuit diving
equipment, during the subsurface phase of a diving operation,
day or night without the aid of artificial illumination.
STANDARD: Effectively communicate underwater utilizing the

proper hand and arm signals or swimmer slate.
Oct 07, 2004
3-B-109
CONCEPT OF TASK: Utilize proper hand and arm signals or swimmer
slate.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to U.S. Navy Dive Manual Rev 4, TC 31-25/FMFM 7-45.
PREREQUISITES:
0321-DIVE-2901 0321-DIVE-2902 0321-DIVE-2903
0321-DIVE-2905 0321-DIVE-2906 0321-DIVE-2908
RELATED COLL:
0321-DIVE-4900
REFERENCES:
0321-DIVE-2905: Navigate underwater. (CORE PLUS)


individual weapon, closed-circuit diving equipment, day or night
without the aid of artificial illumination, and under the direct
supervision of a designated diving supervisor.
STANDARD: Maintain a course heading for a distance between

1,000 - 2,000 yards, and arriving within 200 yards of the
intended target.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to FMFM 7-45
PREREQUISITES:
0321-DIVE-2901-2904 0321-DIVE-2908
RELATED COLL:
0321-DIVE-4900
3-B-110
REFERENCES:
1. Participants of this event must be current Combatant Divers
0321-DIVE-2906: Conduct underwater search. (CORE PLUS)

DOC, OPSCHF
9 months: TL, PLTSGT, SENCO

open-circuit diving equipment, and mission essential equipment,
day or night without the aid of artificial illumination, and
under the direct supervision of a designated diving supervisor.
STANDARD: Utilizing the correct underwater search, locate and

retrieve, or identify and report items as designated by the
Diving Supervisor.
CONCEPT OF TASK: During this task the diver will conduct a

variety of searches to include but not limited to the following:
Jack Stay, Circle Line, Tended Line, and In-line searches, Hull
and Pier searches.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to U. S. Navy Dive Manual Rev 4.
PREREQUISITES:
0321-DIVE-2901-2904 0321-DIVE-2908
RELATED COLL:
0321-DIVE-4900
REFERENCES:
3-B-111
0321-DIVE-2907: Plan Subsurface mission (MK25/SCUBA). (CORE
PLUS)
SUSTAINMENT INTERVAL: 6 months: TL, ATL, PLTSGT, SENCO, OPSCHF
CONDITION: Given a subsurface mission, day or night.
STANDARD: Dive plan meets or exceeds technical requirements,

and is approved for tactical execution.
CONCEPT OF TASK: Plan a subsurface mission in order to conduct

infiltration and exfiltration of a target site.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Define objectives by conducting a mission analysis.
2. Collect and analyze data.
3. Establish operational requirements (tasks).
4. Establish logistical requirements.
5. Select diving technique.
6. Select equipment and supplies.
7. Select and assemble the diving team.
8. Make final preparations and check all safety precautions.
RELATED COLL:
0321-DIVE-4900 0321-BOAT-4900
REFERENCES:
1. This task is appropriate to Dive Supervisors.
0321-DIVE-2908: Supervise dive operation (MK25/SCUBA). (CORE

PLUS)
SUSTAINMENT INTERVAL: 6 months: TL, ATL, PLTSGT, SENCO, OPSCHF
CONDITION: Assigned as the dive supervisor for a dive mission,

and given the required number of personnel and equipment.
STANDARD: Dive plan meets or exceeds technical requirements for

pre-dive, dive, and post-dive performance.
3-B-112
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
PREREQUISITES:
0321-DIVE-2908
RELATED COLL:
0321-DIVE-4900
REFERENCES:
2. Execution of event requires current Diving Supervisor.
0321-DIVE-2909: Plan, organize and conduct Submarine Lock-

Out/Lock-In Operations. (CORE PLUS)
SUSTAINMENT INTERVAL: 36 months: TL, ATL

24 months: PLTSGT, SENCO, OPSCHF
CONDITION: Assigned as the dive supervisor for a dive mission,

given an operations brief, required number of personnel and
equipment, submarine and the requirement to conduct lock-
out/lock-in operations.
STANDARD: Lock-out/lock-in procedures accomplished without

injury.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Event conducted in accordance with unit Standard
Operating Procedures, Submarine (class) operating
procedures.
RELATED COLL:
0321-DIVE-4900
REFERENCES:
3-B-113
RESOURCES:
1. Dive Platform (Small craft, Submarine, etc.)
Submarine tender or submarine escape trunk tower.
2. Dive Lock-in/Lock-out tower
NSW personnel. Bow compartment supervisor, shelter operator,
conn liaison.
3. Appropriate qualified trunk officer.
4. Appropriate qualified trunk operator.
0321-DIVE-2910: Ditch and Don individual diving equipment for

closed circuit diving operations. (CORE PLUS)


individual weapon, closed-circuit diving and combat equipment,
on land or aboard a delivery vehicle, day or night without the
aid of artificial illumination,
STANDARD: Correctly ditch and don individual diving equipment

in order to move freely while conducting operations ashore or to
provide ease of movement prior to exiting or entering the water.
CONCEPT OF TASK: Individual divers perform this task at the

subsurface ORP or cache point in order for the diver to move
freely while conducting operations ashore or to provide ease of
movement prior to exiting or entering the water.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to U.S. Navy Dive Manual Rev 4, TM 09603B-14P/1, TC 31-
25/FMFM 7-45.
PREREQUISITES:
0321-DIVE-2901-2904 0321-DIVE-2908
RELATED COLL:
0321-DIVE-4900
3-B-114
REFERENCES:
1. Participants in this event must be current Combatant Divers
0321-HELO-1901: Maintain mountaineering equipment (CORE)

CONDITION: Given a standard nylon, seven sixteenth inch

climbing rope, snap links and all equipment.
STANDARD: Inspect and maintain snaplinks and ropes. Report

defects in construction or other discrepancies to the chain of
command. He must maintain the record of the service life of the
rope.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference HRST MCRP 3-11.4a
RELATED COLL:
0321-HELO-4905
REFERENCES:
1. DA FORM 5752-R Rope Log
2. FM 90-5, Jungle Operations
3. MCRP 3-35.2B Military Mountaineering
1. OLD ITS 0321.05.01
0321-HELO-1902: Tie knots (CORE)

3-B-115
CONDITION: In a field environment, given a twelve-foot length
of rope, a standing line, two snap links, and an anchor point.
STANDARD: Tie the following knots for their designed purpose

within the time limits: square knot, round turn, middle-of-the-
rope prussik, end-of-the-rope prussik, bowline, bowline on a
coil, overhand loop on a bight, overhand knot, around the waist
safety line.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference MCRP 3-35.2B Military Mountaineering
RELATED COLL:
0321-HELO-4906
REFERENCES:
1. FM 90-5, Jungle Operations
2. MCRP 3-35.2B Military Mountaineering
1. OLD ITS 0321.05.02
0321-HELO-1903: Conduct rappelling operations (CORE)

DOC
CONDITION: During daylight or darkness, given a prescribed

weapon, a fighting load, pack, gloves, locking snaplink, rappel
seat or 12 ft. rope, 120 ft. rappel rope anchored at standing
end according to unit SOP, UH-1 and/or CH-46/53, HRST master,
procedural and safety briefings.
STANDARD: Execute the rappel without injury. Demonstrate the

ability to control descent and stop. Execute the rappel with
and without voice commands.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference MCRP 3-11.4a Helicopter Insertion/Extraction
RELATED COLL:
0321-HELO-4906
3-B-116
REFERENCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.05.06
2. Medical support must be available on the scene of training.
3. Ensure all safety precautions are adhered to when performing
this task.
0321-HELO-1904: Extract via a SPIE operation (CORE)

DOC
CONDITION: In a tactical environment, given an individual

weapon, fighting load, pack, two snaplinks, sling rope, SPIE
harness, SPIE rig, helicopter, HRST master, and procedural, and
safety briefings.
STANDARD: Ascend safely and with all equipment, following all

instructions of the HRST master and team leader.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-HELO-4906
REFERENCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.05.07
2. Medical support must be available on at the scene of
training.
this task.
0321-HELO-1905: Conduct fast rope operations (CORE)

DOC
3-B-117
CONDITION: In a tactical environment, given a properly equipped
reconnaissance team, a helicopter, fastrope, briefing formats,
situational briefings and a mission requiring fast rope
operations.
STANDARD: Plan and conduct insertion via fast rope operations.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
RELATED COLL:
0321-HELO-4906
REFERENCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.05.09
2. The various certifications for rappel master, etc., apply.
3. Medical support must be available on the scene of training.
this task.
0321-HELO-1906: Execute a soft duck / helicast operation (CORE)

CONDITION: In a tactical environment during daylight, given an

inflatable boat with an outboard engine and accessories in water
at least 15 feet deep, and procedural and safety briefings.
STANDARD: Inflatable boat must exit on command of the

castmaster, all personnel indicate his condition upon entry.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Rig mission essential gear in boat.
2. Rig inflatable boat per unit SOP.
3. Embark inflatable boat in helicopter.
4. On order from castmaster, prepare boat for exit of
helicopter.
5. On order from castmaster, exit boat and personnel.
6. In water, signal long range "OK" to the castmaster.
7. Swim to the inflatable boat.
3-B-118
8. Account for all personnel and gear.
9. Derig and put boat in operation.
RELATED COLL:
0321-HELO-4909
REFERENCES:
2. Unit Combat SOP
3. FM 7-93 Long Range Surveillance Unit Operations
1. OLD ITS 0321.07.14
2. Refer to unit SOPs for variance in performance steps.
0321-HELO-2905: Lead a unit in helicopterborne operations (CORE

PLUS)

CONDITION: Given a unit, a supporting helicopter unit, and an

order with a mission to conduct helicopterborne operations.
STANDARD: To ensure unit completes movement to landing zone and

is prepared to continue mission.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference Infantry T&R 0302-1-475
RELATED COLL:
0321-HELO-4906
REFERENCES:
1. FMFM 6-21 Tactical Fundamentals of Helicopterborne Operations
4. MCWP 3-24 Assault Air
5. FMFM 6-21 Tactical Fundamentals of Helicopterborne Operations
3-B-119
0321-JUMP-2901: Participate in pre-jump training for an
intentional water jump. (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given a controlled water environment (pool) with a

main parachute canopy stretched across the top of the water,
and suspended harness, while wearing appropriate equipment.
STANDARD: Prevent entanglement with the canopy and suspension

lines.
CONCEPT OF TASK: Individuals must be able to perform the task

of getting safely out of the harness without becoming entangled
in the suspension lines and swim out from under a canopy
stretched over the top of the water.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to MCWP 3-15.7 Basic Static line Parachuting Techniques
and Training
Techniques, and Procedures
RELATED COLL:
0321-JUMP-4903
REFERENCES:
Training
2. MCWP 3-15.6 Military Freefall Parachuting Tactics,
1. All personnel associated with the jump must attend this
training.
2. Must be performed within 24 hours of the jump.
3. Must have CWS-1 or higher swim rating.
4. Have conducted wet silk training per unit SOP.
3-B-120
0321-JUMP-2902: Prepare individual combat equipment for
parachute operations. (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given individual combat equipment, and appropriate

air items.
STANDARD: Properly rig individual combat equipment.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
and Training
RELATED COLL:
0321-JUMP-4903
REFERENCES:
1. 1. MCWP 3-15.6 Military Freefall Parachuting Tactics,
2. 2. MCWP 3-15.7 Basic Static line Parachuting Techniques and
Training
0321-JUMP-2903: Participate in pre-jump training. (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given a mock-up aircraft, main and reserve

parachute, helmet, with or without combat equipment, and
parachute landing fall pit.
STANDARD: Demonstrate a proper exit, parachute landing falls,

and emergency procedures.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
and Training
3-B-121
RELATED COLL:
0321-JUMP-4903
REFERENCES:
Training
0321-JUMP-2904: Participate in parachute operations from a

rotary wing or fixed wing aircraft. (CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given a rotary wing or fixed wing aircraft, main and

reserve parachute, with or without combat equipment, and while
under the supervision of a jumpmaster.
STANDARD: Successfully execute all conditions pertinent to

parachute operations.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
and Training
RELATED COLL:
0321-JUMP-4903
REFERENCES:
Training
RESOURCES:
2. Aircraft
3-B-122
0321-JUMP-2905: Pack a RAM Air parachute system (RAPS)
utilizing current and approved Military Free-fall parachute.
(CORE PLUS)

CONDITION: Given a RAPS and the requirement to pack the

parachute under field conditions.
STANDARD: Properly pack the RAPS parachute for continuing

parachute operations.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to TM 10-1670-264-13P Organization and Direct Support
Maintenance Manual Including Repair Parts and Special Tools for
Internal RAM-AIR Parachute System.
RELATED COLL:
0321-JUMP-4906
REFERENCES:
1. TM 10-1670-264-13P Organization and Direct Support
Maintenance Manual
1. The parachute will be packed under the direct supervision of
a RAPS qualified parachute rigger
0321-JUMP-2906: Conduct parachute operations in the capacity of

the DZSO, Primary or Assistant Jumpmaster. (CORE PLUS)
SUSTAINMENT INTERVAL: 6 months: TL, PLTSGT, SENCO
CONDITION: Given the duties and responsibilities of a Primary

Jumpmaster, Assistant Jumpmaster or DZSO.
STANDARD: Perform all duties, as required, for the safe conduct

for parachute operations.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
and Training
3-B-123
3. Refer to MCO 3500.20A Parachute and Diving Policy
4. Refer to unit Standard Operating Procedures
RELATED COLL:
0321-JUMP-4900
REFERENCES:
Training
RESOURCES:
2. Aircraft
0321-SWIM-1901: Maintain scout swimmer equipment (CORE)

CONDITION: Given a wetsuit, a floatation device, CO2 cartridge

if applicable, mask, dive knife, one pair of fins, one set of
booties, and chemlite/distress light.
STANDARD: Perform first echelon maintenance on all gear

utilizing fresh water rinse and appropriate lubrication.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Inspect equipment.
2. Wash equipment.
3. Lubricate equipment.
4. Assemble and wear the equipment.
5. Store and preserve equipment.
RELATED COLL:
0321-SWIM-4900
REFERENCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.07.01
3-B-124
2. Inspection shall include wet suit, floatation device, CO2
cartridge if applicable, mask, dive knife, fins, booties, and
distress light for serviceability.
0321-SWIM-1902: Waterproof scout swimmer pack/operational

equipment (CORE)

CONDITION: Given individual scout swimmer equipment, prescribed

weapon, mission essential gear and proper material needed to
waterproof the equipment.
STANDARD: Equipment must remain watertight throughout the

operation.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Organize equipment.
2. Inspect equipment.
3. Perform operating functions of equipment/weapons.
4. Pad and tape all sharp protruding edges.
5. Place equipment into bag or container.
6. Seal bag or container.
7. Attach dummy cord/towline as required.
8. Apply CLP to weapon and tape sling as required.
RELATED COLL:
0321-SWIM-4900
REFERENCES:
2. MCRP 3-02C Marine Combat Water Survival
3. MCWP 3-35.5 Jungle Operations
1. OLD ITS 0321.07.02
0321-SWIM-1903: Execute a surface swim (CORE)

3-B-125
CONDITION: As part of a two man buddy team, in an aquatic
environment, given prescribed weapon, wearing a fighting load,
pack, waterproofing materials, fins, mask, floatation device,
and thermal protection if appropriate.
STANDARD: Surface fin swim for 2000 yards, in a time limit of

60 minutes, facing other swimmer, maintaining visual security of
the 180 degree area beyond him.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Don equipment.
2. Tow a waterproofed pack using surface fin swimming
techniques.
3. Laterally cover other swimmer's 180 degrees.
4. Vertically cover other swimmer's 180 degrees.
5. Navigate with compass or reference points
6. Exit water maintaining security and without compromise.
RELATED COLL:
0321-SWIM-4900
REFERENCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.07.04
2. Safety swimmers must be present.
this task.
4. Swimmers must have day/night signaling device.
5. Swimmers conducting night swims will be marked with
appropriate illumination.
0321-SWIM-1904: Execute a clandestine swimmer

insertion/extraction (CORE)

CONDITION: In an ocean environment, as part of a scout swimmer

team, given a prescribed weapon, wearing a fighting load, pack,
waterproofing materials, scout swimmer gear, and a launch
platform.
3-B-126
STANDARD: Maintain a low profile while exiting the surf and
on the beach and remain undetected during exit and re-entry.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Launch from platform.
2. Swim to outside surf zone.
3. Observe landing area for enemy presence.
4. Remove swimmer equipment and prepare operational gear,
remaining in water.
5. Move through surf zone undetected.
6. Exit water, cross beach, and enter hinterland.
7. Conduct reconnaissance of immediate area for enemy presence
and danger areas.
8. Confirm location on beach.
9. Determine cache site and assembly area as required.
10. Maintain security and signal other team members to swim in
or boat to land. Security maintained throughout operation.
11. Remove tracks from waterline to hinterland.
12. Cache boat or equipment.
13. Upon completion of mission, enter extract beach undetected.
14. Observe beach for enemy activity.
15. Move to waterline, removing tracks/trails.
16. Establish security while buddy dons fins.
17. Don fins while buddy maintains security.
18. Move into surf zone, staying below cresting waves.
19. Swim out of surf zone to extract point.
RELATED COLL:
0321-SWIM-4900
REFERENCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.07.07
2. Medical support must be available on scene of training.
this task.
0321-SWIM-1905: Participate in a hydrographic survey (CORE)

3-B-127
CONDITION: Given a beach, an operations order, prescribed
weapon, required personnel, 1:50,000 military map, nautical
chart, GPS, compass, radio, required reports, a hydrographic
survey kit, wearing a fighting load.
STANDARD: By gathering information elements sufficient for

hydrographs per mission requirements.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Operate as a member of the scout swimmer team.
2. Operate as a member of the beach/headquarters team.
3. Operate as the recorder, signalman, and as a member of the
sketch team.
4. Determine information on the hydrographic conditions.
5. Determine information on the enemy situation.
RELATED COLL:
0321-SWIM-4900
REFERENCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.07.08
2. The Marine must be able to define a hydrographic survey.
3. The Marine must prepare a chart that includes a minimum of
three profile enclosures, data block (legend), an area inset
block, true and magnetic north arrows, a graphic bar scale,
chart space for the nearshore, foreshore, backshore and chart
classification.
0321-SWIM-1906: Collect data for a surf report (CORE)

CONDITION: Given a beach, prescribed weapon, SURFREP report

format, a pencil, paper, a tactical radio and a mission order.
STANDARD: Observe the surf on the designated beach, and

record and report the information gathered.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference MCRP 2-15.3B Reconnaissance Reports Guide
3-B-128
RELATED COLL:
0321-SWIM-4900
REFERENCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.07.10
0321-SWIM-1907: Participate in a beach survey (CORE)

CONDITION: Given a beach, a tactical radio, a beach survey

format, sketching material, and a surf report.
STANDARD: Survey the beach and prepare a beach survey report

that includes heading, beach description, and observed enemy
situation.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Survey the beach and determine its characteristics.
2. Draw a sketch of a beach.
3. Determine a beach gradient.
4. Obtain soil samples of a beach.
5. Complete a beach survey report.
6. Transmit report via radio.
RELATED COLL:
0321-SWIM-4900
REFERENCES:
1. 1. MCRP 3-11.3A Special Forces Waterborne Operations (TC
31-25)
2. 2. MCRP 2-15.3B Reconnaissance Reports Guide
1. OLD ITS 0321.07.13
3-B-129
0321-SWIM-1908: Participate in a confirmatory beach
reconnaissance (CORE)

6 months: OPSCHF
CONDITION: Given a beach, a Confirmatory Beach Reconnaissance

Report (CONBEREP) format, radios, designated team members to
gather information from the beach.
STANDARD: Use the information gathered from the team members to

compile the required data. Transmit a CONBEREP via the radio,
using the standard NATO format.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Gather information from team members.
2. Place the information in the CONBEREP format.
3. Transmit the completed report via radio.
RELATED COLL:
0321-SWIM-4900
REFERENCES:
1. OLD ITS 0321.07.12
2. The Marine must be able to explain the purpose of a CONBEREP
and when it is used.
0321-OPS-2101: Supervise establishment and operations of a

Reconnaissance Operations Center (ROC) (CORE PLUS)
SUSTAINMENT INTERVAL: 6 months: PLTSGT, SENCO, RADCHF, OPSCHF
CONDITION: Assigned as supervisor of reconnaissance operations

center, and given the requirement to operate a ROC.
STANDARD: Establish a ROC that remains operational throughout

the designated times. Choose an area that is tactically sound
and secure from OPSEC hazards. Ensure logbooks are maintained
and communication conducted in accordance with references.
3-B-130
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Establish suitable location for operations center, which
supports the mission.
2. Determine the duration of operation for logistical support.
3. Identify personnel required to operate the operations center.
4. Establish security and emergency destruct plan.
5. Determine and establish all required C4I systems required to
maintain contact with supported units and teams.
6. Display all charts and maps which support the mission.
7. Establish a watch rotation.
8. Establish a displacement plan.
9. Establish a rest plan and area.
10. Determine location for current and future operations.
RELATED COLL:
0321-OPS-7000
REFERENCES:
2. MCWP 2-14 Counterintelligence
3. MCWP 2-13, MAGTF Intelligence Dissemination
4. MCRP 3-1 Ground Combat Operations
5. Unit Combat SOP
1. Performance steps are provided are general guidelines to be
used in the absence of existing unit SOPs that detail this
event.
0321-OPS-2102: Conduct brief for oncoming watch (CORE PLUS)
SUSTAINMENT INTERVAL: 12 months: PLTSGT, OPSCHF
CONDITION: Given an operational situation, appropriate status

boards, maps, overlays and a unit journal within a
Reconnaissance Operations Center (ROC).
STANDARD: To ensure that all watch personnel are made aware of

events and situations occurring during the previous shift.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Review unit journal, status boards, and unit reports.
2. Brief personnel on COC activities and special concerns.
3. Provide recommended action for any unresolved issues.
3-B-131
RELATED COLL:
0321-OPS -7000
REFERENCES:
2. Unit Combat SOP
1. Performance steps provided are general guidelines to be used
in the absence of existing unit SOPs that detail this event.
0321-OPS-2103: Perform duties as Watch Officer in Reconnaissance

Operations Center (ROC) (CORE PLUS)

boards, maps, overlays, and a unit journal within a
Reconnaissance Operations Center (ROC).
STANDARD: Accomplish the intent of the higher headquarters'

order in accordance with commander's guidance and unit SOPs.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Receive turnover from off going watch.
2. Direct and supervise ROC watch.
3. Obtain situation updates from watch personnel.
4. Obtain information from the appropriate subordinate and
supporting units.
5. Update status information.
6. Conduct turnover with oncoming watch.
RELATED COLL:
0321-OPS -7000
REFERENCES:
2. Unit Combat SOP
1. Performance steps provided are general guidelines to be used
in the absence of existing unit SOPs that detail this event.
3-B-132
0321-OPS-2104: Compile information to prepare SITREP and other
required reports (CORE PLUS)

boards, maps, and appropriate reports from subordinate and
supporting units, overlays, and a unit journal within a
Reconnaissance Operation Center (ROC).
STANDARD: To update the commander and inform him of changes

during the reporting period.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Reference Infantry T&R manual 0302-1-512
RELATED COLL:
0321-PLAT-5100
REFERENCES:
1. MCRP 3-11.1A Commander's Tactical Handbook
2. FMFM 3-1 Command and Staff Action
1. This task is driven largely by supported unit information
requirements.
0321-OPS-2105: Direct the resupply of a unit (CORE PLUS)
SUSTAINMENT INTERVAL: 12 months: PLTSGT, SENCO, OPSCHF
CONDITION: Given a unit and an order with an implied or

specified task requiring the resupply of the unit.
STANDARD: Unit is sustained for duration of operation.
PERFORMANCE STEPS:
1. Refer to unit combat SOP.
RELATED COLL:
0321-PLAT-5100
3-B-133
REFERENCES:
1. Unit Combat SOP
3. MCWP 3-14 Employment of the Light Armored Infantry Battalion
3-B-134

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MCO P3500.

MARINE CORPS ORDER P3500.73

From: Commandant of the Marine Corps

Subj: RECONNAISSANCE TRAINING AND READINESS MANUAL

Ref: (a) MCO P3500.72, Marine Corps Ground Training and

1. Purpose. To establish training standards, regulations and

2. Cancellation. None. This manual supersedes Mission

a. Training and Readiness (T&R) Manuals were first

DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A: Approved for public release; distribution is

Performance Standards (MPS) of the Marine Corps Combat Readiness

b. As the Ground T&R Program evolves, T&R manuals will be

c. To maintain an effective program, Training and Education

a. Commanders will review, update, and submit unit Mission

b. Per reference (b), commanders shall conduct an internal

c. The commander will develop the training plan based on

d. Utilizing this T&R Manual and other pertinent

e. Formal school directors and commanders will establish or

5. Coordinating Instructions. All questions pertaining to the

6. Reserve Applicability. This Order is applicable to the

7. Certification. Reviewed and approved this date.

DISTRIBUTION: PCN 10203359000

RECONNAISSANCE TRAINING AND READINESS MANUAL

Log completed change action as indicated

Change Date of Date Signature of Person

1 TRAINING AND READINESS PROGRAM OVERVIEW

2 RECON MISSION ESSENTIAL TASKS (MET) AND RELATED

3 INDIVIDUAL TRAINING EVENTS

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 1-2

CORNERSTONE ORDERS . . . . . . . . . . . 101 1-2

ORGANIZATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 1-3

T&R EVENT CODING . . . . . . . . . . . 103 1-4

EVALUATION-CODED (E-coded) EVENTS . . . . . . 104 1-5

COMBAT READINESS PERCENTAGE (CRP) CALCULATION . . 105 1-5

T&R EVENT COMPOSITION . . . . . . . . . . 106 1-6

UNIT TRAINING. . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 1-10

REQUIREMENTS FOR COLLECTIVE TRAINING . . . . . 108 1-10

NUCLEAR, BIOLOGICAL, CHEMICAL (NBC) TRAINING . . 109 1-11

NIGHT TRAINING . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 1-11

APPLICATION OF SIMULATION. . . . . . . . . 111 1-11

UNIT TRAINING MANAGEMENT . . . . . . . . . 112 1-12

EVALUATION OF TRAINING. . . . . . . . . . 113 1-12

OPERATIONAL RISK MANAGEMENT (ORM) . . . . . . 114 1-13

CONCLUSION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 1-14

1. The Training and Readiness (T&R) Program is intended to

2. The T&R Manual is a single document that seeks to capture

101. CORNERSTONE ORDERS

Guidance for all training and evaluation in the Marine Corps,

1. T&R Manuals are organized in one of two methods: unit-based

Examples of the information that may be contained in each type

(1) Table of Contents

(2) Potential METL

(3) METL matrix

(4) Unit description

(5) Collective events

(6) Individual events (organized by training level)

(7) Any unique aspects of individual manual

b. Community-Based Elements. (For community-based manuals

(1) Table of Contents

(2) MOS description

(4) Billet descriptions