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There is a current SOI.

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Includes the following in the leader packet:

в–  A unit tactical standing operating procedure (TACSOP).

в–  Map markers.

в–  Overlay sheets.

в–  A notebook and a pen or a pencil.

в–  A route reconnaissance GTA card.

в–  A bridge classification GTA card.

в–  A call for-fire GTA card.

в–  A rigging GTA card.

в–  An NBC GTA card.

в–  An EPW GTA card (GTA 19-7-1).

в–  Flex cuffs for EPWs.

в–  A DD Form 1408.

в–  A DA Form 4137.

в–  A DA Form 3975.

в–  A DD Form 2708.

в–  A DA Form 3881.

в–  A DA Form 2823.

в–  A compass and a wrist watch.

в–  Batteries for all the equipment.

в–  Binoculars.

в–  NVGs.

в–  A sensitive item serial number list (radio, weapons, NVGs,

and so forth).

2

Vehicles.

•

Tie down all the items according to the load plan, and ensure

that—

в–  There is space left for ammunition.

в–  The TA-50 is loaded.

в–  The MOPP chemical protective overgarment (CPOG) is

stored for ready access.

в–  The gas tank is topped off.

в–  There are POL package products and weapon oil.

в–  Water cans are full.

Figure E-2. Extensive PCI Checklist (Continued)

Precombat Inspections E-5

FM 3-19.4

Steps

Actions

в–  Spare fuel cans are full and tied down.

в–  MRE rations are inventoried and stored.

в–  There are weapon-cleaning kits.

в–  The OVM is stored and serviceable.

в–  There are chock blocks.

в–  That a complete first aid kit is available.

в–  A TM for the equipment (-10) on hand.

в–  A vehicle dispatch packet and a DA Form 2404 are

available.

в–  There are tools and tool kits.

в–  There are tire chains.

в–  The spare tire is properly stowed.

•

Perform a premovement inspection and ensure that—

в–  There is a current TM (-10) on hand.

в–  There are no fuel leaks.

в–  The fire extinguisher is sealed, tagged, and dated.

в–  The engine coolant level is correct.

в–  The oil level is correct.

в–  The transmission fluid level is correct.

в–  The battery level is correct and the cables are tight.

в–  The air filter is clean and secure.

в–  The lights are operational.

в–  There are no exhaust leaks.

в–  The fuel filter is drained.

в–  Warning triangles are on hand.

в–  The canvas is attached and tied down.

в–  The gauges are functional.

в–  The tire pressure is correct.

в–  The vehicle service is current.

в–  The interior of the vehicle is clean and orderly.

3

Crew-served weapons. Ensure that—

•

All mounting equipment is present.

•

The TM for the weapon (-10) is available.

•

There is a spare barrel and BII (such as gloves, a T&E

mechanism, a wrench, a blank adapter, a tripod mount with

an adapter, and a cleaning kit).

•

The NVDs are operational.

•

The tripod is clean and serviceable.

•

The weapons are mounted with pins.

Figure E-2. Extensive PCI Checklist (Continued)

E-6 Precombat Inspections

FM 3-19.4

Steps

Actions

4

Communications equipment. Ensure that—

•

Radios (vehicles or manpacks)—

в–  Are operational.

в–  Are secure.

в–  Have the proper frequency setting.

в–  Have a matching unit operational/set.

в–  Have an antenna with the tip protector tied down.

в–  Have connectors that are clean and serviceable.

в–  Have batteries available.

в–  Have the TM for the equipment (-10) is on hand.

в–  Have cleaning materials available (such as cotton swabs,

alcohol, steel wool, and so forth).

•

The field telephone (TA 312) is operational.

•

The digital nonsecure voice terminal (DNVT) with wire is

operational (communication).

•

The appropriate phone listing is available.

•

Radio antennas (OE 254s) are complete.

•

Communication test sets, including tools, are on hand.

•

Frequencies, call signs, challenges, and passwords are

disseminated.

•

Each team has one SINCGARS manpack for quick-dismount

operations.

5

NBC equipment.

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Ensure that protective clothing is complete and serviceable.

•

Ensure that the M40 is complete, such as—

в–  M13 deconnaissance kit.

в–  M258A1 deconnaissance kit.

в–  M256 detector kit.

в–  M8 detector paper.

в–  M9 detector paper.

в–  Antifogging kit.

в–  Hood.

в–  Optical inserts, if needed.

в–  Waterproof bag.

Figure E-2. Extensive PCI Checklist (Continued)

Precombat Inspections E-7

FM 3-19.4

Steps

Actions

•

Ensure that the mask and hood are serviceable.

•

Implement the proper MOPP level.

•

Brief the threat condition.

•

Ensure that nerve agent antidotes are available.

•

Issue and mount M11 deconnaissance apparatus, to include

the following:

в–  Two DS2 cans per vehicle.

в–  An M8 alarm.

в–  An M229 refill kit for each M8.

•

Ensure that NBC defense equipment is available, such as—

в–  An M256 agent detector kit.

в–  An M 174 RADIAC meter.

в–  Two sets of batteries for the IM 174.

в–  An IM 93/147 RADIAC meter (dosimeter).

в–  A PP 157A RADIAC charger 1/IM 93/147.

в–  NBC contamination signs (marking kits).

Figure E-2. Extensive PCI Checklist (Continued)

E-8 Precombat Inspections

Appendix F

Fratricide Avoidance

Fratricide is defined as the unforeseen or

unintentional death, injury, or damage to

f r i e n d l y p e r s o n n e l o r e q u i p m e n t . I t i s

committed during the employment of friendly

weapons and munitions with the intent to kill

t h e e n e m y o r d e s t r o y h i s e q u i p m e n t o r

f a c i l i t i e s . F r a t r i c i d e p r e v e n t i o n i s t h e

commander’s responsibility, and all leaders

assist him across all operating systems to

accomplish this mission.

FRATRICIDE

F-1. Friendly forces operating in the sustainment area

are particularly vulnerable to fratricide due to the high

concentration of soldiers. Most MP missions are

conducted in the sustainment area in support of these

friendly forces. During MP operations, it is critical that

MP know where other friendly elements are operating.

With this knowl edge, they anti cipa te da nger ous

conditions and take steps to either avoid or mitigate

them. The platoon leader is always aware of changes

and developments in the situation that may place

friendly forces in danger from MP long-range weapon

systems.

F-2. It is important that other friendly forces operating

in the AO know the location of MP to prevent them from

becoming victims of fratricide. MP leaders constantly

report the location of their forces to higher HQ. Higher

HQ disseminates this information to other friendly

forces. When the platoon leader perceives potential for

fratricide, he quickly responds to prevent it.

Fratricide Avoidance F-1

FM 3-19.4

FRATRICIDE EFFECTS

F-3. Fratricide results in unacceptable losses and

increases the risk of mission failure; it usually affects

the unit’s ability to survive and function. Units

e x p e r i e n c i n g f r a t r i c i d e s u f f e r t h e f o l l o w i n g

consequences:

•

Loss of confidence in the unit’s leadership.

•

Increased self-doubt among the leaders.

•

Hesitancy to employ deadly force.

•

Oversupervision of units.

•

Hesitancy to conduct night operations.

•

Loss of aggressiveness.

•

Loss of initiative.

•

Disrupted operations.

•

General

degradation

of

unit

cohesiveness,

morale, and combat power.

FRATRICIDE CAUSES

F-4. The following paragraphs discuss the primary

causes of fratricide. MP leaders must identify any of the

factors that may affect their soldiers and strive to

eliminate or correct them.

TARGET IDENTIFICATION

F-5. The primary cause of fratricide is the lack of

positive target identification. MP must positively

identify targets before engaging.

LAND NAVIGATION FAILURES

F-6. MP may stray into unknown locations, report

wrong locations, and become disoriented. In this

situation, they may unexpectedly encounter an errant

unit, that may fire their weapons at the friendly force.

F-2 Fratricide Avoidance

FM 3-19.4

REPORTING AND COMMUNICATIONS FAILURES

F-7. Units at all levels may fail to generate timely,

accurate, and complete reports as locations and tactical

situations change. This distorts the tactical picture

available at each level and can lead to erroneous

clearance of supporting fire.

WEAPON ERRORS

F-8. Lapses in individual discipline can result in

fratricide. These incidents include charge errors,

accidental discharges, mistakes with explosives and

hand grenades, and incorrect gun data use.

OPERATION HAZARDS

F-9. A variety of explosive devices and materiel may

c r e a t e d a n g e r o n t h e b a t t l e f i e l d , s u c h a s U X O ,

u n m a r k e d o r u n r e c o r d e d m i n e f i e l d s ( i n c l u d i n g

scatterable mines), and booby traps. Failure to mark,

record, remove, or otherwise anticipate these threats

will lead to casualties.

FRATRICIDE RISK ASSESSMENT

F-10. Table F-1, page F-4, shows an example of a work

sheet for evaluating fratricide risk in the context of

mission requirements. The work sheet lists six mission

accomplishment factors that affect the fratricide risk,

along with related considerations for each factor.

Platoon leaders assess the potential risk in each area

(low, medium, or high), and assign a point value to each

(one point for low risk, two for medium risk, three for

high risk), and add the point values to calculate the

overall fratricide assessment score.

F-11. They use the resulting score only as a guide. The

platoon leader’s final assessment is based on observable

risk factors, such as those listed on the work sheet, and

on his feel for the intangible factors affecting the

Fratricide Avoidance F-3

FM 3-19.4

operation. Note that descriptive terms are listed only in

the low- and high-risk columns of the work sheet. The

assessment of each factor determines whether the risk

matches one of these extremes or lies somewhere

between them as a medium risk.

Table F-1. Fratricide Risk Assessment Work Sheet

Potential Risk Categories

Factors Affecting

(With Variable Conditions and Point Values)

Fratricide

Low Risk

Medium Risk

High Risk

(1 point)

(2 points)

(3 points)

Understanding of the Plan

Commander’s intent

Clear

Vague

Complexity

Simple

Complex

Enemy situation

Known

Unknown

Friendly situation

Clear

Unclear

ROE/ROI

Clear

Unclear

Environmental Factors

Intervisibility

Favorable

Unfavorable

Obscuration

Clear

Obscured

Battle tempo

Slow

Fast

Positive target ID

100 percent

None

Control Measures

Command

Organic

Joint/

relationships

combined

Audio

Loud/clear

Jammed

communications

Visual

Easily seen

Obscured

communications

Graphics

Standard

Not

understood

SOP

Standard

Not used

Liaison personnel

Proficient

Not trained

Location/navigation

Sure

Unsure

F-4 Fratricide Avoidance

FM 3-19.4

Table F-1. Fratricide Risk Assessment Work Sheet (Continued)

Potential Risk Categories

Factors Affecting

(With Variable Conditions and Point Values)

Fratricide

Low Risk

Medium Risk

High Risk

(1 point)

(2 points)

(3 points)

Equipment (Compared to US Equipment)

Friendly

Similar

Different

Enemy

Different

Similar

Training

Individual proficiency

MOS qualified

Untrained

Unit proficiency

Trained

Untrained

Rehearsals

Realistic

None

Habitual relationship

Yes

No

Endurance

Alert

Fatigued

Planning Time (Based on the 1/3–2/3 Rule)

Higher HQ

Adequate

Inadequate

Own unit

Adequate

Inadequate

Subordinate

Adequate

Inadequate

elements

Overall risk

26-46 points

42-62 points

58-78 points

assessment

(by total point value)

NOTE: Point values alone may not accurately reflect fratricide risk. The

commander tailors the assessment to the unit’s requirements. Refer to

FM 100-14.

PREVENTIVE MEASURES

F-12. These measures provide the platoon leader with a

guide to actions he can take to reduce and prevent

fratricide risk. These guidelines are not directive in

nature, nor are they intended to restrict initiative. All

MP leaders must learn to apply them as appropriate

based on the specific situation and METT-TC factors.

Fratricide Avoidance F-5

FM 3-19.4

Platoon leaders must educate their soldiers on the

foll owin g r eduction and pr evention of fratr ic ide

principles:

•

Identifying and assessing the potential fratricide

risks in the estimate of the situation. Express

t h e r i s k s i n t h e O P O R D a n d a p p l i c a b l e

FRAGOs.

•

Maintaining situational awareness. Focusing on

such areas as current intelligence, unit locations

and/or dispositions, denial areas (minefields and

scatterable mines; contaminated areas, such as

improved conventional munitions [ICM] and

NBC), SITREPs, and METT-TC factors.

•

Ensuring positive target identification. Review

vehicle and weapons ID cards. Become familiar

with the characteristics of potential friendly and

enemy vehicles, including their silhouettes and

thermal signatures.

•

Establishing

a

command

climate

that

emphasizes fratricide prevention. Enforce

fratricide prevention measures, placing special

emphasis on the use of doctrinally sound TTP.

Ensure supervision in the execution of orders

and in the performance of all tasks and missions

to standard.

F-13. Additional considerations for fratricide reduction

and prevention include the following:

•

Reporting MP patrol locations accurately. The

TOC and CP track the patrols’ locations in

relationship to friendly forces.

•

Recognizing the signs of battlefield stress.

Maintain unit cohesion by taking quick, effective

actions to alleviate the battlefield stress.

•

Conducting individual, leader, and collective

(unit) training covering fratricide awareness.

•

Giving complete and concise mission orders.

F-6 Fratricide Avoidance

FM 3-19.4

•

Simplifying mission orders by using SOPs that

are consistent with the doctrine. Periodically

review and update SOPs as needed.

•

Striving to provide maximum planning time for

leaders and subordinates.

•

Planning and establishing effective communica-

tions.

•

Ensuring that ROE are clear and understood.

•

Conducting

rehearsals

when

the

situation

allows.

•

Being in the right place at the right time. If an

MP patrol becomes lost or misoriented, leaders

m u s t k n o w h o w t o c o n t a c t h i g h e r H Q

immediately for instructions and assistance.

•

Including a discussion of fratricide incidents in

all AARs.

FRIENDLY FIRE INCIDENTS

F-14. MP patrol's could become involved in a friendly

fire incident in one of several ways: as the victim of the

fire, as the firing element, or as an observer observing

an attack of one friendly element on another. If a patrol

encounters such a situation, it should follow the

procedures for the various situations listed below:

FALL VICTIM TO FRIENDLY FIRES

F-15. When falling victim to friendly fire, react to

contact until recognizing friendly fire, then—

•

Cease fire.

•

Take immediate actions to protect soldiers and

vehicles.

•

Use a visual recognition signal directing the

firing unit to cease fire.

•

Report the following on the next higher unit net:

Fratricide Avoidance F-7

FM 3-19.4

в– 

Announce

that

friendly

fire

has

been

received.

в– 

Request medical assistance as needed.

в– 

Give the location and direction of the firing

vehicles.

в– 

Warn the higher unit not to return fire if the

firing unit has been identified as friendly.

ENGAGE FRIENDLY FORCES

F-16. When engaging friendly forces, cease fire and

report the following on the next higher unit net:

•

The ID of the engaged friendly force (if the unit

is unidentified, report the number and type of

vehicles).

•

The location of the incident.

•

The direction and distance to the engaged force.

•

The type of fire.

•

The target effects.

OBSERVE A FRIENDLY FIRE INCIDENT

F-17. When observing a friendly fire incident, seek cover

for protection, then—

•

Use a visual recognition signal directing the

firing unit to cease fire.

•

Report the following on the next higher unit net:

в– 

The ID of the engaged friendly force (if the

unit is unidentified, then report the number

and the type of vehicles).

в– 

The location of the incident.

в– 

The direction and distance to the victim and

the firing unit.

в– 

The type of fire.

в– 

The target effects.

F-8 Fratricide Avoidance

FM 3-19.4

•

Provide assistance as needed (when safe to do

so).

LEADER RESPONSIBILITIES

F-18. In all situations involving the risk of fratricide

and friendly fire, leaders must be prepared to take

immediate actions to prevent casualties and equipment

da ma ge or destruction. Recommended actions in

fratricide situations include—

•

Identifying the incident and ordering the parties

involved to cease fire.

•

Conducting an in-stride risk assessment.

•

Identifying and implementing the controls to

prevent the incident from recurring.

Fratricide Avoidance F-9

Appendix G

MK19 Qualification Tables

The tables in this appendix are designed to

enable the MK19 gunner and assistant gunner

to qualify with the weapon.

NOTE: These tables are not for ASV qualification.

The ASV tables are under development.

PRIMARY GUNNER, MK19 QUALIFICATION AND

ZERO/PRACTICE TABLES

G-1. Table G-1, page G-2, is a zero/practice table for the

MK19 primary gunner.

MK19 Qualification Tables G-1

G

FM

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3

M

-

K1

19.

9

4

Qual

Table G-1. Primary Gunner Zero/Practice Table

ifica

Task

Condition

Standard

Ammunition

Time

tion

Mount the MK19 on a

Given a mounted MK19, an M3

The gun crew must be

0

2

Tab

vehicle or a M3 tripod

tripod, an M64 gun mount, a T&E

able to mount the MK19

minutes

mechanism, an organic carrier,

on a vehicle or a tripod.

les

and a selected firing position

Zero the MK19 using

Given a mounted MK19, a 400-

The gunner must impact

4

No time

a 400-meter vehicle

meter vehicle target, a selected

on the target with at

limit

target

firing position, and 4

least one of the 4

40-millimeter training practice

40-millimeter TP rounds.

(TP) rounds

Engage a stationary

Given a mounted MK19, a

The gunner must impact

4

No time

vehicle target at 1,100

vehicle target at 1,100 meters, a

on the vehicle target

limit

meters

selected firing position, and 4

with at least 1 of the 4

40-millimeter TP rounds

rounds.

Engage a stationary

Given a mounted MK19, a

The gunner must impact

4

No time

vehicle target at 1,500

vehicle target at 1,500 meters, a

on the vehicle target

limit

meters

selected firing position, and 4

with at least 1 of the 4

40-millimeter TP rounds

rounds.

Table G-1. Primary Gunner Zero/Practice Table (Continued)

Task

Condition

Standard

Ammunition

Time

Engage a stationary

Given a mounted

The gunner must

4

No time limit

vehicle target at 600

MK19, a vehicle

impact on the vehicle

meters

target at 600

target with at least 1 of

meters, a selected

the 4 rounds.

firing position, and 4

M

40-millimeter TP

K

rounds

19

Dismount the MK19

Given a mounted

The gunner must take

0

1 minute

Qua

from the vehicle or

MK19 and a

the MK19 out of

lific

the tripod

selected firing

operation from the

ation

position

carrier or tripod.

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Q

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Task

Condition

Standard

Ammunition

Time

MET

d

pri

G-2.

M

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UN

Mount the MK19

Given a mounted MK19, an

The gun crew must

0

120

m

de

on an M3 tripod

M3 tripod, an M64 gun

be able to mount the

seconds

T

a

Ta

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tion

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or a vehicle

mount, a T&E mechanism,

MK19 on a vehicle or

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selected firing position

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les

ner

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2

Engage a

Given a mounted MK19, a

The gunner must

6

90

is

I

stationary

selected firing position, 6

impact on the vehicle

seconds

ng

,

VIDU

d

th

vehicle target at

40-millimeter TP rounds,

target with at least 2

i

t

sm

e

hi

800 meters

and a vehicle target at 800

of the 6 rounds.

MK19

s

AL

oun

meters

ta

Engage a

Given a mounted MK19, a

The gunner must

4

90

b

M

t

l

ed.

e

q

K

stationary

selected firing position, 4

impact on the vehicle

seconds

u

(mount

1

a

vehicle target at

40-millimeter TP rounds,

target with at least 1

9

T

li

he

fic

Q

600 meters

and a vehicle target at 600

of the 4 rounds.

U

meters

a

co

ALIFICAT

ed)

tion

Engage a

Given a mounted MK19, a

The gunner must

6

120

mm

stationary

vehicle target at 1,100

impact on the vehicle

seconds

b

tabl

a

a

vehicle target at

meters, a selected firing

target with at least 2

s

n

ed

1,100 meters

position, and 6 40-millimeter

of the 6 rounds.

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on

f

TP rounds

or

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the

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Table G-2. Primary Gunner (Day), Dismounted (Continued)

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le

MK

R,

G-3

MK19

Task

Condition

Standard

Ammunition

Time

19

Engage a

Given a mounted

The gunner must

8

180

,

qua

page

stationary

MK19 vehicle target

impact on the

seconds

QU

lif

vehicle target at

at 1,500 meters, a

vehicle target with at

icat

1,500 meters

selected firing

least 2 of the 8

G-6

ALIFICATIO

position, and 8

rounds.

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,

40-millimeter TP

n

i

rounds

M

t

s

ab

K

t

le,

h

Dismount the

Given a mounted

The gunner must

0

60

19

e

MK19 from the

MK19 and a selected

take the MK19 out

seconds

Q

m

p

vehicle or the

firing position

of operation from

ua

ount

ri

N,

lific

m

tripod

the carrier or tripod.

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4

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3

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9

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Table G-3. Primary Gunner, Mounted

Qual

ifica

Task

Condition

Standard

Ammunition

Time

tion

Mount the MK19

Given a mounted MK19,

The gun crew must be

0

120 seconds

on a vehicle or a

an organic carrier, an

able to mount the

Tab

M3 tripod

M3 tripod, an M64 gun

MK19 on a vehicle or

mount, a T&E

a tripod.

les

mechanism, and a

selected firing position

Engage a

Given a mounted MK19,

The gunner must

4

90 seconds

stationary vehicle

a selected firing

impact on the vehicle

target at 400

position, 4 40-millimeter

target with at least 2 of

meters

TP rounds, and a

the 4 rounds.

vehicle target at 400

meters

Engage a

Given a mounted MK19,

The gunner must

8

120 seconds

stationary vehicle

a selected firing

impact on the vehicle

target at 1,100

position, 8 40-millimeter

target with at least 2 of

meters

TP rounds and a vehicle

the 8 rounds.

target at 1,100 meters

Table G-3. Primary Gunner, Mounted (Continued)

Task

Condition

Standard

Ammunition

Time

Engage troops at

Given a mounted MK19, a

The gunner must

4

60 seconds

600 meters

selected firing position, 4

impact within 5

40-millimeter TP rounds, and a

meters of the troops

troop target at 600 meters

with at least 1 of the

4 rounds.

Engage a stationary

Given a mounted MK19, a

The gunner must

6

120 seconds

vehicle target at

selected firing position, 6

impact on the

1,500 meters

40-millimeter TP rounds, and a

vehicle target with

vehicle target at 1,500 meters

at least 1 of the 6

rounds.

Engage a stationary

Given a mounted MK19, a

The gunner must

10

180 seconds

M

vehicle target at

selected firing position, 10

impact 2 rounds on

K

1,100 meters and

40-millimeter TP rounds, a

the vehicle target

19

troops in the open

vehicle target at 1,100 meters,

and 2 rounds within

Q

at 600 meters

and a troop target at 600 meters

5 meters of the

ua

lific

troop target.

Dismount the MK19

Given a mounted MK19 and a

The gunner must

0

60 seconds

ation

from a vehicle or a

selected firing position

take the MK19 out

C1

tripod.

of operation from

Tab

the carrier or tripod.

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Condition

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Time

bl

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t

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able

TVS-5 to the

AN/TVS-5, an

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with at least 2 of

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Task

Condition

Standard

Ammunition

Time

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The gunner must

8

120

vehicle target at 600

selected firing position, 8

impact the vehicle

seconds

meters

40-millimeter TP rounds,

target with at least

and a vehicle target at 600

4 of the 8 rounds.

meters

Engage troops in

Given a mounted MK19, a

The gunner must

8

120

the open at 800

selected firing position, 8

impact within 5

seconds

meters

40-millimeter TP rounds,

meters of the

and troops in the open at

troops with at least

MK

800 meters

4 of the 8 rounds.

19

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0

120

Q

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TVS-5

must take the AN/

seconds

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ilia

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Task

Condition

Standard

Ammunition

Time

Engage a

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The gunner must

8

120

stationary

vehicle target at 1,100

impact the vehicle

seconds

vehicle target

meters, a selected firing

target with at least 2

at 1,100

position, and 8 40-millimeter

of the 8 rounds.

meters

TP rounds

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The gunner must

10

180

stationary

vehicle target at 1,100

impact a minimum of

seconds

vehicle target

meters, troops in the open at

2 rounds on the

at 1,100

600 meters, a selected firing

vehicle target and 2

MK19

meters and

position, and 10 40-millimeter

rounds within 5

troops at 600

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meters of the troop

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meters

target.

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f

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Condition

Standard

Ammunition

Time

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6

90 seconds

stationary vehicle

a vehicle target at 1,100

vehicle target with at least 2 of

target at 1,100

meters, a selected firing

the 6 rounds.

meters

position, and 6

40-millimeter TP rounds

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The gunner must impact the

6

120

stationary vehicle

a vehicle target at 1,100

vehicle target with at least 2 of

seconds

target at 1,500

meters, a selected firing

the 6 rounds.

meters

position, and 6

MK19

40-millimeter TP rounds

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The gunner must impact the

8

120

Q

stationary vehicle

vehicle target at 1,500

vehicle target with at least 2 of

seconds

ual

target at 1,500

meters, a selected firing

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ifica

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position, and 8

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The gunner must take the MK19

0

60 seconds

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Time

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0

120

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seconds

n

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vehicle target at 600 meters,

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seconds

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Appendix H

Countermine Operations

Military operations are often conducted in areas

where warring factions have left unrecorded

mines and minefields scattered across the

landscape. In these environments, emphasize

mine awareness at all levels of command and

plan countermine operations into every military

operation.

OVERVIEW

H-1. Undertake countermine operations to breach or

clear a minefield. All the tasks fall under breaching or

clearing operations and include detecting, reporting,

reducing, proofing, and marking.

H-2. MP efforts in countermine operations are in

detecting, reporting, and marking. They conduct

countermine operations in conjunction with their other

missions. Countermine operations include–

•

Denying infiltrators, insurgents, and terrorist

groups the opportunity to use mines.

•

Using mine detection equipment.

•

Detecting mines visually or by probing.

•

Reporting the location of suspected mines and

UXO.

•

Marking the location of these devices.

H-3. MP patrols look for suspicious persons along

MSRs; watch approaches to critical points like bridges or

defiles; and maintain surveillance of MSRs, key terrain,

and critical facilities. Check with the HN police and local

nationals for information on unusual activity in a

Countermine Operations H-1

FM 3-19.4

particular AO. Mines are usually emplaced at night. Use

night vision and early warning devices to maintain

surveillance and detect enemy activity.

H-4. Mine and UXO awareness involve soldier and

leader skills. Soldier skills are a mix of individual and

collective tasks that are required for an element to

maintain its combat effectiveness in and around a mined

environment. Soldier skills involve individual and

collective tasks that are required for basic survival in a

mined environment. They include minefield indicators,

probing techniques, mine detector operations, extraction

d r i l l s , s u r v i v a l r u l e s , c a s u a l t y t r e a t m e n t , a n d

evacuation drills. The soldier's basic mine awareness

skills are critical to his and the unit's survival. Leader

skills involve planning missions, assessing situations,

and tracking and disseminating mine information.

Soldiers must be proficient in all mine awareness skills

to effectively operate in a mined environment (refer to

FM 20-32).

DETECT

H-5. Detection is the actual confirmation and location of

t h e m i n e s a n d m a y

b e a c c o m p l i s h e d t h r o u g h

reconnaissance or unintentionally (such as a vehicle

running into a mine). Use mine detection in conjunction

with intelligence-gathering operations, minefield bypass

reconnaissance, and breaching and clearing operations.

Use the following three methods to detect mines and

UXO:

•

Visual.

•

Physical (probing).

•

Electronic (mine detector).

VISUAL INDICATORS

H-6. Mine and UXO indicators are part of all combat

operations. Understanding and recognizing mine

H-2 Countermine Operations

FM 3-19.4

indicators could determine whether or not a soldier

becomes a casualty. The following may indicate the

presence of mines and UXO:

•

Trip wires.

•

Signs of road repair (such as new fill or paving,

road patches, ditching, or culvert work).

•

Signs, usually understood only by local populace,

placed on trees, posts, or stakes. Threat forces

mark their minefields to protect their own

forces.

•

Dead animals.

•

Vehicles that are damaged.

•

Disturbances in previous tire tracks or tracks

that stop unexplainably.

•

Wires leading away from the side of the road.

They may be firing wires that are partially

buried.

H-7. Check for odd features in the ground or patterns

that are not present in nature. Plant growth may wilt or

change color, rain may wash away some of the cover, the

cover may sink or crack around the edges, or the

material covering the mines may look like mounds of

dirt. Civilians may know where mines or booby traps are

located in the residential area. Civilians staying away

from certain places or out of certain buildings are good

indications of the presence of mines or booby traps.

Question civilians to determine the exact location of

these devices.

H-8. Pieces of wood or other debris on a road may be

indicators of pressure or pressure-release firing devices.

These devices may be on the surface or partially buried.

The enemy uses mines that are fired by command, so

search road shoulders and areas close to the objects.

Countermine Operations H-3

FM 3-19.4

PHYSICAL INDICATORS

H - 9 . Ph y s i c a l d e t e c t i o n ( p r o b i n g ) i s v e r y t i m e -

consuming. Use it primarily for clearing operations, self-

extraction, and covert breaching operations. Detection of

mines b y vi sual or electronic methods should be

confirmed by probing. Use the following procedures and

techniques when probing for mines:

•

Roll up your sleeves, and remove any jewelry to

increase sensitivity. Wear a Kevlar helmet, with

t h e c h i n s t r a p b u c k l e d , a n d a p r o t e c t i v e

fragmentation vest.

•

Stay close to the ground, and move in a prone

position to reduce the effects of an accidental

blast. When moving into a prone position–

в– 

Squat down without touching your knees to

the ground.

в– 

Scan forward up to 2 meters and to the sides

up to 3 meters for mine indicators.

в– 

Probe the area around your feet and as far

forward as possible.

в– 

Kneel on the ground after the area is found

to be clear. Continue probing forward until

you are in a prone position.

•

Use sight and touch to detect trip wires, fuses,

and pressure prongs.

•

Use a slender, nonmetallic object as a probe,

and—

в– 

Probe every 5 centimeters across a 1-meter

front.

в– 

Push the probe gently into the ground at an

angle that is less than 45 degrees.

в– 

Apply just enough pressure on the probe to

sink it slowly into the ground.

в– 

Check the probe for resistance. If the probe

encounters resistance and does not go into

the ground freely, carefully pick the soil

H-4 Countermine Operations

FM 3-19.4

away with the tip of the probe and remove

the loose dirt by hand. Take care to prevent

functioning the mine.

в– 

Stop probing when you touch a solid object,

and use two fingers from each hand to

carefully remove the surrounding soil and

identify the object. If the object is a mine,

remove enough soil to show the mine type

and mark its location.

DANGER

Do not attempt to remove or disarm the mine.

H-10. Probing is extremely stressful and tedious. The

senior leader sets a limit to the time a prober can

ac tually pr obe i n the mi nef ield. To d etermine a

reasonable time, the leader considers the METT-TC

factors, weather conditions, the threat level, the unit’s

stress level, and the prober’s fatigue level and state of

mind. As a rule, 20 to 30 minutes is the maximum

amount of time that an individual can probe effectively.

DANGER

Use extreme caution when probing. If the probe is pushed

straight down, its tip may detonate a pressure fuse.

ELECTRONIC INDICATORS

H-11. Electronic detection is effective for locating mines,

but th i s m etho d i s tim e-c on sum ing a nd exp oses

personnel to enemy fire. Confirm suspected mines by

probing.

H-12. The AN/PSS-12 mine detector can only detect

metal, but most mines have metal components in their

design. The detector locates and identifies plastic or

wooden mines by a slight metallic signature. Refer to TM

5-6665-298-10 for more information about the employ-

Countermine Operations H-5

FM 3-19.4

ment and operation procedures for the AN/PSS-12. The

detector is handheld and identifies suspected mines by an

audio signal in the headphones.

H - 1 3 . A s i n p ro b i n g , t a k e c o n s i d e r a t i o n fo r t h e

maximum amount of time an individual can operate the

detector. The leader considers the METT-TC factors,

weather conditions, the threat level, the unit's stress

level, and the individual's fatigue level and state of

mind. As a rule, 20 to 30 minutes is the maximum

amount of time an individual can use the detector

effectively.

REPORT

H-14. Intelligence concerning enemy mines and UXO is

reported by the fastest means a vail able. Report

sightings of these devices using a SPOTREP format.

SPOTREPs originate from patrols that have been sent

on specific reconnaissance missions or from MP patrols

that discover mine information in the course of their

normal route operations.

MARK

H-15. When mines and UXO are detected, mark the

location to prevent friendly follow-on forces and local

nationals from accidentally encountering them. Mark

the mines and UXO with standard North Atlantic

Treaty Organization (NATO) markers (a red triangle

with white letters). Use concertina wire to construct a

perimeter around the mined area and place markers on

the fencing about waist-high.

H-6 Countermine Operations

Appendix I

Route Classification and Signing System

The military route classification system helps

i n p l a n n i n g a n d e x e c u t i n g b a t t l e f i e l d

movements. Military engineers develop route

classifications using a route classification

formula. This formula consists of a series of

numbers and letters that express, in standard

sequence, the route width, the route type, the

lowest MLC, overhead clearance, obstructions

to the traffic flow, and special conditions on a

given route. Findings are based on information

extracted from route reconnaissance reports.

OVERVIEW

I-1. The first step in completing a route reconnaissance

overlay is to understand what information must be

included on it. As a minimum, include the following

information on the overlay:

•

The route classification formula.

•

The name, rank, and social security number of

the person preparing the overlay.

•

The unit conducting the reconnaissance.

•

The DTG that the overlay was conducted.

•

The map name, edition, and scale.

•

Any remarks necessary to ensure the complete

understanding of the information contained on

the overlay.

I-2. This appendix focuses on the route classification

system and the methods necessary to determine the

classification of a road. Refer to FM 5-170 for more

Route Classification and Signing System I-1

FM 3-19.4

i n f o r m a t i o n a b o u t r o u t e c l a s s i f i c a t i o n a n d

reconnaissance.

ROUTE CLASSIFICATION FORMULA

I-3. The route classificati on is derived fr om the

information gathered during the route reconnaissance.

The formula is recorded on the route reconnaissance

overlay (Figure I-1) and consists of the following:

•

The route width (in meters).

•

The route type (based on the ability to withstand

weather).

•

The lowest MLC.

•

The lowest overhead clearance (in meters).

•

Any

obstructions

(OB)

to

traffic

flow,

if

applicable.

•

Any special conditions, such as snow blockage

(T) or flooding (W).

I-4. The following are examples of route classification

formulas:

•

6.1/Z/40/ в€ћ . A fair-weather route (Z) with a

minimum traveled way of 6.1 meters and an

MLC of 40. Overhead clearance is unlimited

( в€ћ ), and there are no obstructions to traffic flow.

This route accommodates both wheeled and

tracked, single-flow traffic without obstruction.

•

7/Y/50/4.6 (OB) (W). A limited, all-weather route

(Y) with a minimum traveled way of 7 meters, an

MLC of 50, an overhead clearance of 4.6 meters,

and an obstruction. This route width is not

suitable for double-flow traffic (wheeled or

tracked). This route is subject to regular,

recurrent flooding.

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Name, Rank

SSN

Unit

DTG

Map Name

Edition

Scale

Remarks:

Figure I-1. Route Reconnaissance Overlay

I-5. Table I-1, page I-4, gives route reconnaissance

symbols used on a route reconnaissance overlay.

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Table I-1. Route Reconnaissance Symbols

Explanation

Symbol

Remarks

1. Abbreviated

Use this symbol only when the map

bridge symbol

scale does not permit the use of the full

NATO bridge symbol. If this symbol is

80

used, submit DA Form 1249. Draw an

4

arrow to the map location of the bridge.

Show the bridge's serial number in the

lower portion of the symbol and the

MLC for single-flow traffic in the upper

portion. If there are separate load

classifications for tracked or wheeled

vehicles, show the lesser classification.

Underline the classification number if

the width or overhead clearance is

below the minimum standard.

2. Axial route

Use a solid line and identify the route by

an odd number.

57

3. Bypass

Use this symbol when the obstacle can

difficult

be crossed in the immediate vicinity, but

some work is necessary to improve the

bypass.

4. Bypass

Use this symbol when the obstacle can

easy

be crossed in the immediate vicinity by

a US 2 1/2-ton truck (or NATO

equivalent) without work to improve the

bypass.

5. Bypass

Use this symbol when the obstacle can

impossible

be crossed only by repairing or

constructing a feature or by detouring

around the obstacle.

6. Civil or

Write the designation in parentheses

military route

along the route.

designation

(B209)

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Table I-1. Route Reconnaissance Symbols (Continued)

Explanation

Symbol

Remarks

7.Concealment

Show roads lined with trees by a single

line of circles for deciduous trees and a

single line of inverted Vs for evergreen

trees. Show woods bordering a road by

several rows of circles for deciduous

trees and several rows of inverted Vs

for evergreen trees.

8. Critical

Number, in order, and describe critical

points

points on DA Form 1711-R. Use critical

points to show the features not

3

adequately covered by other symbols

on an overlay.

9. Damage or

Damage or destruction that prevents

destruction

movement along the route.

10. Ferry

Draw an arrow to the ferry location. The

Ferry type

data above the symbols shows, in order,

P–pedestrian

2

P

the left approach, the ferry's serial

number, the ferry type, and right

V–vehicular

?

6

approach. The data inside the symbol

12

shows, from left to right, the MLC and

the dead weight capacity in tons. The

4

V

number below the symbol shows the

turnaround time, in minutes. A question

60

?

20

mark indicates unknown information.

Show the different approaches by a

zigzag line, and show easy approaches

by a straight line.

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Table I-1. Route Reconnaissance Symbols (Continued)

Explanation

Symbol

Remarks

11. Ford

Draw an arrow to the ford location. The

Ford type

data above the line shows, in order, the

P – pedestrian

1 / P/ 2.5 / X

left-bank approach, the ford serial

V–vehicular

15 / 3.5 / S / 0.5

number, the ford type, the stream

velocity (in meters per second),

4 / V / ? / Y

seasonal limitations, and the right-bank

approach. A zigzag line corresponding

15 / 3 / P / 0.75

in position to the shore where the

approach is located represents difficult

approaches. Straight lines identify an

easy approach. The left and right banks

are determined by looking downstream.

The data below the line shows, in order,

the length, the width, the bottom type,

and the depth. All measurements are in

meters.

Seasonal limiting factors: X – none;

Y – significant; ? – unknown

information.

Bottom type: M – mud; C – clay,

S – sand; G – gravel; R – rock;

P – artificial paving.

12. Full NATO

Indicate wheeled vehicles in the upper

bridge symbol

third of the symbol with the two-way

1

100

100

3

wheeled classification on the left and

m

.5

5 60

90

the one-way wheeled classification on

.

m

4

B3

the right. Show tracked vehicles in the

center third of the symbol with the two-

8.2 m

way tracked classification on the left

and the one-way tracked classification

on the right. Place the bridge serial

number in the lower third of the symbol.

Draw an arrow to the bridge location

and show the bypass conditions on the

arrow shaft. Place the traveled-way

width below the symbol, the overhead

clearance to the left of the symbol, and

the overall length to the right of the

symbol.

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Table I-1. Route Reconnaissance Symbols (Continued)

Explanation

Symbol

Remarks

13. Grades

Show the actual percent of grade to the

right of the symbol. Any grade of 7

%4

percent or more is an obstruction.

%

1r

%

%

4

Include the obstruction in the route

e

-7

0

-1

v

classification formula. Arrows should

5

-1

0

O

7

1

point uphill. The length of the arrow

represents the length of the grade if the

7 map scale permits.

5

9

11

1

14. Lateral

Use a broken line, and identify the route

route

32

by an even number.

15. Limits of

Show the beginning and ending of a

sector

reconnoitered section of a route or road

with this symbol.

16. MSR

Label the route as MSR and assign a

MSR DOG

code name.

17. Obstacle

Place the center of the symbol over the

a. Proposed

a.

location of the blocked part of the route.

block

Use parallel broken lines for a proposed

b.

block, parallel lines for a prepared but

b. Prepared

passable block, and crossed lines for a

but passable

completed block.

c.

c. Completed

block

18. Clearance

Use this symbol when overhead

unlimited

clearance is unlimited.

19. Parking

Designate parking areas.

area

20. Railroad

Use this symbol to show a level

crossing

crossing where passing trains would

4.1 m

interrupt the traffic flow. If there is a

power line present, show its height, in

meters, from the ground. Underline the

overhead clearance if it is less than 4.3

meters.

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Table I-1. Route Reconnaissance Symbols (Continued)

Explanation

Symbol

Remarks

21. Railway

Place RL above the symbol to indicate a

bridge symbol

railway bridge. At the left of the symbol,

show the overhead clearance. Show the

RL

overall length of the bridge on the right

of the symbol. Indicate the traveled-way

60

8

40

width below the symbol, and underline it

5

if it is below standard for the

classification. Inside the symbol, show

4

the bridge classification in the upper

5

half. If the class is different for single-

and double-flow traffic, show single flow

on the left and double flow on the right.

RL

Place the railway bridge serial number

in the lower half of the symbol. Draw an

45 60

5

60

arrow to the bridge location. On the

6

arrow shaft, indicate the ease of

adapting the bridge for road vehicle use.

8

A zigzag line means it would be difficult

6

to adapt, and a straight line means it

would be easy to adapt. Place the

bypass symbol on the arrow shaft to

RL = railroad

bridge

indicate the bypass conditions.

22. Route

Express the formula in the order of the

classification

6 / Z / 30 / 4 / (OB) route width, the route type, MLC,

minimum clearance, obstructions (if

formula

present), and special conditions. All

measurements are in meters.

Route types: X – all weather; Y – limited

all-weather route; Z – fair-weather

route. Special conditions: (T) – regular

snow blockage; (W) - regular flooding.

23.Series of

Write the number of curves and the

sharp curves

radius of the sharpest curve of the

series to the outside of the triangle.

5 / 15

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Table I-1. Route Reconnaissance Symbols (Continued)

Explanation

Symbol

Remarks

24. Sharp

Point the vertex of the triangle to the

curve

curve location and indicate the radius of

the curve, in meters, outside the

26

triangle. A curve of 45 meters or less

must be reported on the overlay, and a

curve of 25 meters or less is an

obstacle.

25. Traffic

None

control HQ

26. Traffic

Manned traffic control post.

control post

27. Tunnel

Draw an arrow to the tunnel location.

Place the bypass condition symbol on

the arrow. Show the minimum and

5 / 6

1

800

maximum overhead clearances to the

5 / 6

left of the symbol, the tunnel serial

number inside the symbol, and the total

tunnel length to the right of the symbol.

Below the symbol, show the traveled-

way width. If sidewalks are present,

follow with a slash and the total traveled

way, including sidewalks. Underline the

traveled way if the road entering the

tunnel is wider than the traveled way of

the tunnel. Use a question mark to show

unknown information.

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Table I-1. Route Reconnaissance Symbols (Continued)

Explanation

Symbol

Remarks

28. Turnout;

Use this symbol to show the possibility

the symbol

of driving off the road. Draw the arrow in

may be

the direction of the turnout (right or left

amplified as

of the road). For wheeled vehicles, draw

follows:

a.

a small circle on the shaft of the arrow.

400

a. Wheeled

b.

For tracked vehicles, draw a small

c.

vehicle

square on the shaft of the arrow and

b. Tracked

place the length of the turnout, in

vehicle

meters, at the tip of the arrow. When the

c. A length of

turnout is longer than 1 kilometer, use

road exceed-

double arrows.

ing 1 kilometer

29. Underpass

Draw the symbol over the road. Place

constrictions

the width of the traveled way, in meters,

(arched or

to the left of the symbol. If sidewalks are

rectangular)

present, follow the traveled-way width

4

3.5/4.5

with a slash and the total width,

including sidewalks. Underline the

traveled-way width if the road entering

4/6

7

the underpass is wider than the

underpass traveled way. Show the

overhead clearance, in meters, to the

right of the symbol. Show both minimum

and maximum overhead clearances, if

different.

30. Unknown

Use a question mark with almost any

information

symbol when information required for

?

the symbol is unknown or doubtful.

31. Width

The minimum width is to the left of the

constriction

symbol. The length of the minimum

4

120

width is to the right of the symbol.

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ROUTE WIDTHS

I-6. The route width is the narrowest width of a traveled

way on a route (Figure I-2) and is expressed in meters.

It may be the width of a bridge, a tunnel, an underpass,

or any other constriction that limits the traveled-way

width. The establishment of the traveled-way width will

help determine the number of lanes of traffic that the

route may accommodate.

a

a

b

b

d

d

c

e

a = width of vehicle

b = width of lane

c = width of traveled way

d = width of hard shoulder

e = width of grading

Figure I-2. Road Width

I-7. Based on the number of lanes of traffic, categorize

the route as either—

•

Limited access. Limited access permits passage

of isolated vehicles of the appropriate width in

one direction only.

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•

Single lane. A single lane permits use in only

one d irection at any on e tim e. Passing or

m o v e m e n t i n t h e o p p o s i t e d i r e c t i o n i s

impossible.

•

Single flow. Single flow permits the passage of a

column of vehicles and allows isolated vehicles to

pass or travel in the opposite direction at

predetermined points only.

•

Double flow. Double flow permits two columns of

vehicles to proceed simultaneously.

ROUTE TYPES

I-8. Route types are designated by their ability to

withstand the effects of weather, and are determined by

the worst section of the route. The three types of routes

are—

•

Type X. Type X is an all-weather route that, with

reasonable maintenance, is passable throughout

the year to its maximum volume of traffic. This

type of route is normally formed of roads having

waterproof surfaces, is only minimally affected

by precipitation or temperature changes, and is

never closed from the effects of weather.

•

Type Y. Type Y is a limited, all-weather route

that, with reasonable maintenance, is passable

throughout the year, but at times having a

v o l u m e o f t r a f f i c c o n s i d e r a b l y l e s s t h a n

m a x i m u m c a p a c i t y . T h i s ty p e o f r o u t e i s

normally formed of roads that do not have

waterproof surfaces and are affected by weather

or temperature changes. This type of route is

closed for short periods (up to one day at a time)

by adverse weather conditions during which

heavy use of the road would probably lead to

complete collapse.

•

Type Z. Type Z is a fair-weather route that may

become impassable in adverse weather. It may

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be closed for long periods, and may require

major maintenance or construction efforts to

reopen it.

MILITARY LOAD CLASSIFICATION

I-9. A route MLC is a class number representing the

safe load-carrying capacity and indicating the maximum

vehicle class that can be accepted under norma l

conditions. Usually, the lowest bridge MLC (regardless

of the v ehicle typ e o r co nd itions o f traf fi c flo w)

determines the route MLC. If there is not a bridge on the

route, the worst section of road determines the route

overall classification.

I-10. Whenever possible, the basic military road

network is composed of average routes and includes a

number of heavy traffic routes and a few very heavy

traffic routes. Individual routes are grouped and

identified in broad categories, such as—

•

Average traffic routes are Class 50.

•

Heavy traffic routes are Class 80.

•

Very heavy traffic routes are Class 120.

OVERHEAD CLEARANCE

I-11. Overhead clearance is the vertical distance

between the road's surface and any overhead obstacle

(power lines, overpasses, tunnels, and so forth) that

denies the use of the route or road to all vehicles or loads

that exceed this height. This distance is represented in

the route classification formula, in meters. Use the

infinity symbol ( в€ћ ) in the formula for unlimited

overhead clearance. Any point along the route where the

minimum overhead clearance is less than 4.3 meters is

considered an obstruction.

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ROUTE OBSTRUCTIONS

I-12. Route obstructions are conditions that restrict the

type, amount, or speed of the traffic flow. They are

indicated in the route classification formula as OB. If an

obstruction is encountered and reported, depict its exact

nature on the route classification overlay. Reportable

obstructions include the following:

•

Overhead

obstructions,

such

as

tunnels,

underpasses, power lines, and so forth, with a

clearance of less than 4.3 meters.

•

Reductions in traveled-way widths that are

below the standard minimums prescribed for the

type of traffic flow (Table I-2). This includes

reductions caused by bridges, tunnels, craters,

and lanes through mined areas, protruding

buildings, or rubble.

•

Slopes (gradients) of 7 percent or greater.

•

Curves with a radius of 25 meters or less. Curves

with a radius of 25.1 to 45 meters are not

considered obstructions; however, report them

on the reconnaissance overlay.

•

Ferries.

•

Fords.

Table I-2. Traffic Flow

Limited

Double

Type of

Single Lane

Single Flow

Access

Flow (In

Vehicles

(In Meters)

(In Meters)

(In Meters)

Meters)

Wheeled

At least 3.5

3.5 to 5.5

5.5 to 7.3

Over 7.3

Tracked or

At least 4.0

4.0 to 6.0

6.0 to 8.0

Over 8.0

combination

vehicles

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SPECIAL CONDITIONS (SNOW BLOCKAGE AND

FLOODING)

I-13. Conditions, such as snow and water, are not

normally classified as obstructions, except where these

conditions are regular, recurrent, and serious. In cases

where snow accumulation is excessive and is either

blocking traffic or has the potential to block traffic, the

symbol following the route classification formula is T.

Similarly, where flooding poses the same problem, the

symbol following the formula is W.

CALCULATIONS

I-14. Make calculations for the various curves, slopes,

and fords that may affect vehicle movement along the

route.

CURVES

I-15. The speeds that vehicles move along the route and

security planning measures are affected by sharp curves

in the roadway. As previously stated, curves with a

radius of 25 meters and less are obstructions to traffic

and are indicated by OB in the route classification

formula and identified on DA Form 1248. There are

several ways to measure the radius of a curve, but the

two easiest are the tape measure and formula methods.

Tape Measure Method

I-16. The quickest way to estimate the radius of a sharp

curve is by using a tape measure to find the radius

(Figure I-3, page I-16). Imagine the outer edge of the

curve as the outer edge of a circle. Find (estimate) the

center of this imaginary circle; then measure the radius

using a tape measure. Start from the center of the circle

and measure to the outside edge of the curve. The length

of the tape measure from the center of the imaginary

circle to its outer edge is the curve radius. This method

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is practical for curves having a radius up to 15 meters

and located on relatively flat ground.

PC

PT

Road

CL

Tape

Figure I-3. Find the Radius with a Tape Measure

Formula Method

I-17. The other, and often more practical, method of

determining a curve radius (Figure I-4) is based on the

following formula:

2

R = ( C вЃ„ 8m) + ( M вЃ„ 2)

where—

R = radius of the curve

C = distance from the centerline of the road to the

centerline of the road at the outer extremities (beginning

and end) of the curve

M = perpendicular distance from the center of the tape to

the centerline of the road

I-18. When conditions warrant, set M at 2 meters from

the centerline, then measure C at 2 meters from the

centerline. Use this method when there is a time

limitation or because natural or man-made restrictions

prevent proper measurements.

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CL

M

90В°

C

R

R

Figure I-4. Determine a Curve Radius

I-19. If C is 15 meters and M is fixed at 2 meters, the

formula becomes:

2

R = ( 15 вЃ„ 16) + 2 вЃ„ 2

I- 2 0 . T he re s ul t of th i s ca l cu l a t io n wo ul d b e a n

obstruction to traffic flow, and OB would be placed in the

route classification formula.

SLOPES

I-21. The rise and fall of the ground is known as the

slope or gradient (grade). Roadways with a slope of 7

percent or greater affect the movement speed along the

route and are considered an obstruction. The percent of

slope is the ratio of the change in elevation (the vertical

distance to the horizontal ground distance) multiplied by

100 (Figure I-5, page I-18). It is important to express the

vertical and horizontal distance in the same unit of

measure. Although not an obstruction, report all hills

w i t h a s l o p e g r e a t e r t h a n 5 p e r c e n t o n t h e

reconnaissance overlay.

I-22. There are numerous methods and instruments

available for determining the percent of slope, but the

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B

V

Percent of slope

d

= --- Г— 100

100 m

Hd

Slope

vertical

100 m

distance

= ----------- Г— 100

A

(V

1, 000 m

1,000 m

d)

= +10 percent

Horizontal distance (Hd)

Figure I-5. Calculate the Percent of Slope

two hasty and most practical methods are the map and

pace methods.

Map Method

I-23. Use a large-scale map (such as 1:50,000) to

estimate the percent of slope quickly. After identifying

the slope on the map, find the difference in elevations

between the top and bottom of the slope by reading the

elevation contours or spot elevation. Then, measure and

convert the horizontal distance (usually road distance)

to the same unit of measurement as the elevation

difference. Substitute the vertical and horizontal

distances in the percent-of-slope formula and compute

the percent of slope (Figure I-6). This is a hasty method

and is the less accurate of the two methods.

Pace Method

I-24. The pace method is another quick way to estimate

the percent of slope. Before using this method, accu-

rately determine the height and pace of each member of

the reconnaissance team. As a general rule of thumb,

the eye level of the average soldier is 1.75 meters above

the ground (Figure I-7, page I-20). The pace of the aver-

age soldier is 0.75 meters. Perform the following steps to

determine the percentage of slopes:

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180

193

B

150

140

120

100

A

0 m

1,000 m

2,000 m

3,000 m

4,000 m

5,000 m

Find the difference in elevation (Vd)

Spot elevation B

= 193 m

Spot elevation A

= 100 m

Difference in elevation (Vd)

=

93 m

Find the horizontal distance (Hd)

Road distance A to B (use a piece of paper and a graphic

scale as shown in FM 21-26) = 3,720 m

Use the percent-of-slope formula.

Vd

--- Г— 100

Hd

93

= ------- Г— 100

3, 720

+ 2.5 percent

Figure I-6. Determine the Slope with a Map

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1.75 m

125 paces

1.75 m

75 paces

Find:

Percent of slope

=

Given:

Eye-level height

=

1.75 m

Pace

=

0.75 m

Answer:

Vertical distance

=

2 x 1.75 m

=

3.5 m

Horizontal distance

=

75 paces +125 paces x 0.75

=

150 m

V

3.5

Percent of slope

d

= --- Г— 100 = ---- Г— 100

Hd

150

Figure I-7. Determine the Slope Using the Pace Method

Step 1. Stand at the bottom of the slope with your

head and eyes level.

Step 2. Sight an easily identifiable spot on the slope,

horizontal to eye-level.

Step 3. Wal k forwar d and stand on the spot,

r e c o r d i n g t h e n u m b e r o f p a c e s . R e p e a t t h i s

procedure until you reach the top of the slope.

Estimate fractions of eye level.

S t e p 4 . C o m p u t e t h e v e r t i c a l d i s t a n c e b y

multiplying the number of sightings by the eye-level

height of 1.75 meters. Compute the horizontal

di stance by totaling the numb er of pa ces and

converting them to meters by multiplying by the

known pace-to-meter conversion factor of 0.75

meters.

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S t e p 5 . C a l c u l a t e t h e p e r c e n t o f s l o p e b y

substituting the values into the percent-of-slope

formula (Figure I-7). Because this method considers

horizontal ground distance and incline distance as

equal, the reasonable accuracy is only for slopes less

than 30 percent. This method requires repeated

practice to achieve reasonable accuracy.

FORDS

I-25. A ford is a location in a water barrier where the

current, bottom, and approaches allow personnel and

vehicles to cross and remain in contact with the bottom

during the crossing. While engineers are fully trained

and equipped in this area, MP are also capable of

p e r f o r m i n g t h i s t a s k . I n t h e c o u r s e o f a r o u t e

reconnaissance, MP identify potential fording sites as a

contingency for bridges that may become unusable.

When identifying a ford on the reconnaissance overlay,

include the following information in the ford symbol:

•

The ford location, as indicated by an arrow from

the ford symbol to the site on the overlay.

•

A serial number assigned to each ford for

reference. Follow the unit SOP in assigning

serial numbers, ensuring that the same number

is not duplicated on any one overlay.

•

The type of ford, as determined by bottom

composition, width, and water depth. Use V for

ve hic l e, P f or pe des trian , or V P f or both .

Approaches are not considered in determining

the ford type.

•

The

stream’s

normal

current

velocity

is

expressed in meters per second. Seasonal

limiting factors follow the stream velocity

notation and are shown by the following letters:

в– 

X - No seasonal limitations except for

potential sudden flooding of limited duration

(flash flooding).

в– 

Y - Serious, regular, or recurrent flooding or

snow blockage.

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NOTE: If the Y symbol is used, the route type in the route

classification formula automatically becomes type Z.

•

The length of the ford (distance from nearshore

to far shore), in meters.

•

The nature of the bottom surface, using the most

appropriate letter symbol—

в– 

M – mud.

в– 

C – clay.

в– 

S – sand.

в– 

G – gravel.

в– 

R – rock.

в– 

P – artificial paving.

•

The normal stream depth at its deepest point,

expressed in meters.

I-26. Separate all elements of the ford symbol by

slashes. Substitute a question mark for any item of

information that is unknown. Record all the information

on the route reconnaissance overlay.

Stream Width

I - 2 7 . T h e r e a r e m a n y m e t h o d s o f d e t e r m i n i n g

(estimating) the stream’s width. The most common and

practical is the compass method. Begin by using a

compass to take an azimuth from a point on the

nearshore and close to the water’s edge to a point on the

opposite shore and close to the water’s edge (Figure I-8).

On the nearshore, establish another point that is on a

line and at a right angle to the azimuth selected. The

azimuth to the same point on the far shore is plus or

minus 45 degrees (800 mils) from the previous azimuth.

Measure the distance between the two points on the

nearshore. This distance is equal to the distance across

the stream.

Current Velocity

I-28. Current velocities vary in different parts of a

stream. Velocity is usually slower near the shore and

I-22 Route Classification and Signing System

FM 3-19.4

B

Far shore

A - Point on nearshore

B - Point on far shore

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A

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Nearshore

azimuth CB is 45В°.

Distance along AC equals distance

along AB.

Figure I-8. Determine Stream Width

faster in the main channel of the stream. To estimate

stream velocity—

•

Measure a distance along the nearshore.

•

Throw a light, floating object that will not be

affected by the wind into the stream.

•

Record the time that is takes for the object to

travel measured distance.

•

Repeat this procedure at least three times to

establish an accurate average.

•

Use the average time of the test in the following

formula (Figure I-9, page I-24) to determine the

stream’s velocity.

Velocity (in meters per second) = measured distance (in

meters)/average time (in seconds)

TEMPORARY ROUTE SIGNING

I-29. A military route sign system, like the US highway

sign system, can enable road users to reach their

destinations by following route signs and road markings

displayed along the roadside. MP patrols monitor signs

on a routine basis, checking specific signs before critical

Route Classification and Signing System I-23

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to distance from A to B.

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three.

Figure I-9. Determine Stream Velocity

moves. Engineers erect permanent signs, but these signs

can be damaged, destroyed, or moved by weather,

saboteurs, and battle.

I-30. When MP on patrol encounter immediate and

temporary MSR obstructions, like blown bridges or NBC

contamination, they construct and erect signs quickly to

guide vehicles around the obstruction. Prepare and post

temporary signs to—

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Identify routes.

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Reroute traffic around problem areas.

I-24 Route Classification and Signing System

FM 3-19.4

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Help convoys and units move quickly and easily

to their destinations even on an unfamiliar

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Show the drivers the locations of staging areas,

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Help lost military personnel find their way to

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TEMPORARY SIGNING

I-31. Obtain signing materials, signs, paint, and wire

through the Army supply system. In an emergency, use

boards, shingles, or cardboard. Use a portable sign-

making kit to prepare signs when the signs will not

conflict with standardization agreements (STANAGs).

I-32. Preplanned route signing for convoys and units

traveling long stretches of MSRs and link routes must be

planned well in advance. It is a time-consuming and

manpower- and material-intensive operation. Signs used

for this type of route are built by engineers or by MP

battalion or company supply personnel. If tasked to take

part in such an activity, ensure that after the signs have

been constructed and coded for a particular route or

operation, they are stored in a secure place to avoid

compromise.

TEMPORARY ROUTE SIGNING

I-33. Place signs where they will support the traffic

control plan and the traffic circulation plan. Specific sign

locations are shown on the traffic control plan overlay

prepared at the PM operations section. Changes in sign

locations are reflected on the traffic control plan overlay

as signs are added and deleted.

I-3 4 . P l an. Wh e n MP en co u nte r i m medi a t e a nd

temporary MSR obstructions, like blown bridges or NBC

Route Classification and Signing System I-25

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c o n t a m i n a t i o n , t h e y u s e t h e s q u a d r o u t e s i g n

kit or construct and erect hasty signs quickly to guide

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considerations include the following:

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Identifying routes.

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Rerouting traffic around problem areas.

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easily to their destinations, even on unfamiliar

routes.

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I-35. Execute. Place signs where they will support the

traffic control plan and the traffic circulation plan.

Specific sign locations are shown on the traffic control

plan overlay. Changes in sign locations are reflected on

the traffic control plan overlay as signs are added or

deleted.

I-36. Often, one three-man team can place signs along a

route. To post a sign, a team member dismounts and

walks 50 to 100 meters up the road. The other team

members provide security and check and confirm the

sign's placement to ensure that the drivers will be able

to see the sign.

I-37. MP squads use the route signing kit to place signs

along a route within the squad's AO. One team posts the

signs while the other teams provide security. The squad

leader checks and confirms the sign placement by

traveling the entire route. He develops an overlay with

the location of each sign in his squad’s AO. Squad

overlays are consolidated and contribute to a platoon

traffic control plan.

I-38. More teams, up to a squad, may be needed for

signing tasks in urban areas, in areas where a thorough

reconnaissance has not been conducted, and in areas

I-26 Route Classification and Signing System

FM 3-19.4

where the threat is unknown or is thought to be great.

One team erects signs while following teams provide

overwatch security. Use the following guidelines when

placing signs:

•

Place hazard signs about 150 meters before the

hazard.

•

Place regulatory signs where a regulation takes

effect.

•

Place all signs on the side of the road facing the

traffic flow, about 1 meter off the traveled

roadway. Conceal them from air view. If no cover

is available, slant the sign stake forward.

•

Place signs 1 to 2 meters above road level. Place

all the signs at the same height if possible. Sign

height is governed by roadside foliage, by

whether the route is in an urban or a rural area,

and by day or night use. In urban areas, place

signs so that they are not hidden by vehicles or

pedestrians, do not hinder pedestrians, and can

be seen at night with street lighting or vehicle

headlights. In open country, a good sign height is

between thigh and knee height. This usually

makes signs visible by day and night. Be sure

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•

Use the least number of signs needed to be

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Use more signs in urban areas than in rural

areas.

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Use more signs on night routes than on routes

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Use signs to inform drivers to follow the common

route when one road is used for two signed

routes. Use signs to inform drivers when the

routes diverge.

I-39. Conceal all the signs so that they are seen only

from the direction from which they are approached.

Route Classification and Signing System I-27

FM 3-19.4

There is no exact rule stating the distance from which a

sign should be visible. However, the distance should be

no greater than security allows and not less than is

reasonable for those receiving directions.

I-40. Carefully conceal illuminated signs. Ensure that

the light source is just strong enough to light the sign,

but not strong enough to be seen from the air. This

entails masking and covering the light sources. Consider

placing chemical light sticks on top of the signs.

I-41. Place temporary route signs where they will

provide warning and reaction time for the drivers. Do

not block existing civilian signs. Place warning panels at

convenient distances from where a route regulation

takes effect. This distance can be shown on the panel (for

example, BLACKOUT 500 METERS). In areas where

blackout drive is the rule and drivers are using night-

vision equipment, employ IR emitters on signs along

routes to help guide the units to their destination. Just

like any other light source, ensure that the IR emitters

cannot be seen from the air.

I-42. Place guide signs at road junctions to prevent

confusion. Put signs on both sides of the road if needed.

Place confirmation signs (Table I-3) 150 meters beyond the

critical road junctions to let drivers know that they are on

the correct route.

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FM 3-19.4

I-43. Place detour signs next to general traffic signs to

identify the detour. Place the detour sign to the side (left

or right) of the general sign that corresponds to the new

direction to be taken.

I-44. Use signs to mark the entrance to a HQ or an

installation along with a halt sign or other regulatory

signs. Signs marking turnoffs and roads or tracks should

include a directional disk or a directional arrow. Place

signs to—

•

Indicate where vehicles leave a signed route to get

to the HQ or the installation.

•

Mark the road or track leading to the HQ or the

installation.

•

Mark the entrance to the HQ or the installation.

SIGNING FOR KEY POINTS ON ROUTES

I-45. Place countdown signs (Table I-3, page I-29) at the

beginning and end of a route. Clearly mark SPs and RPs

with the appropriate countdown signs. Feeder routes to

the SP may require signs to help the convoys find it.

I-46. Mark route detours with countdown signs showing

the distance to where the detour begins. The signs clearly

indicate the route to be detoured.

I-47. Place countdown signs so that they give clear

warning of the end of the detour. Mark the end of the

detour with a sign reading DETOUR END. Erect a

warning sign at the end of the detour to show how to

return to the original route.

I-48. Position detour signs ahead of time where terrain

will require a defile or the like. Position the signs off the

road, facedown on the ground. To implement the detour,

erect the signs.

NOTE: The point where a link route meets the

circuit is an ideal place for MP control. It is the

point where the circuit and the link route begin

and end.

I-36 Route Classification and Signing System

FM 3-19.4

I-49. Place signs at junctions of axial and lateral MSRs

from all four directions. Place countdown signs 300, 200,

and 100 meters before the junction.

I-50. To keep the number of signs to a minimum,

battalion-size and smaller groups use a directional sign.

The space for the military symbol may contain the UIN

or the unit map-marking symbol. Print the UIN or the

symbol so that it can be read when the arrow is vertical.

This allows the sign to be used as a disk direction.

I-51. Therefore, only one type of sign is needed for all

purposes. Put unit signs in place immediately before a

unit movement. Remove them as soon as possible after

the move.

MAIN SUPPLY ROUTE SIGNS

I-52. MSR signs identify MSRs by number, a pictorial

symbol, or a name. Names and pictures—

•

Are easier to identify and to remember than

numbers.

•

Prevent

confusion

with

link-route

signs

marking the routes of units having three-figure

identification numbers.

•

Prevent security compromises by removing the

chance use of an identification number already

used on a map overlay.

I-53. There are two types of MSRs, axial and lateral, in

a theater of operations. On the theater of operation's

traffic circulation plan—

•

Axial MSRs run to and from the forward edge of

the battle area (FEBA) and are identified by odd

numbers, like 87 or 215. Axial MSRs are shown

as solid lines on the traffic circulation plan

overlay. Axial routes are represented by a

pictorial symbol on the route sign and are

marked on the overlay as pictorial; for example,

Route Classification and Signing System I-37

FM 3-19.4

MSR CLUB (PIC). On axial MSRs, up is toward

the FEBA. It is shown on overlays and signs as a

plain arrow. Down is away from the FEBA. It is

shown as an arrow with a bar on the tail end.

•

Lateral MSRs run parallel to the FEBA and are

identified by even numbers, like 86 or 214.

Lateral MSRs are shown as broken lines on the

traffic circulation plan overlay. A named route

sign represents lateral routes. The names are

short, three- or four-letter words like fox, ant, or

hen. Up and down on lateral MSRs show only

ge n e r a l d i r e c ti on s of tr a v e l . T h e g en e r a l

direction shown by up or down varies with the

theater of operation and with the location of the

FEBA. Up is usually to the north or east; d own is

usually to the south or west. A plain arrow on an

overlay or sign indicates up; a barred arrow

shows down. To avoid confusion on lateral

MSRs, use the letters N, E, S, W, NE, SE, NW,

and SW on route signs to show the general

direction of movement.

This paragraph implements STANAG 2010.

I-54. Ensure that all route signs are large enough to be

read easily in poor light. Size is not specified, but—

•

Signs for international use cannot be less than

40 centimeters by 33 centimeters.

•

Bridge classification signs must conform to

STANAG 2010.

LINK ROUTE SIGNS

I-55. There is no set requirements for the design of link

route signs (Figure I-10). (Sometimes showing direction

with a white arrow on a black background is enough.) A

link route connects a unit or an activity to an MSR. A

departing convoy follows the link route signs to the

MSR. The convoy follows the MSR until guided off the

MSR by signs warning of the need to exit and again

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FM 3-19.4

follow link route signs until arriving at its destination.

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HEADQUARTERS AND INSTALLATION SIGNS

I-56. All signs must be used in HQ and parts of HQ,

down to battalion or equivalent level. Examples are—

•

Medical installations.

•

Water points.

•

Ammunition depots.

•

TCPs.

•

Decontamination stations.

•

Fuel installations.

This paragraph implements STANAG 1059.

Route Classification and Signing System I-39

FM 3-19.4

I-57. HQ and installation signs show the military

symbol for the HQ or the installation. For HQ at brigade

level and above, include the national distinguishing

letters given in STANAG 1059. The sizes of the sign and

the symbol are not standardized. The symbol and the

background must be clearly contrasting colors. The

actual colors used are left to the discretion of each

nation.

DIRECTIONAL SIGNS

I-58. A directional sign (Table I-3, page I-29) must be—

•

A white disk displaying a black directional

arrow accompanied by a route identification

number or name that can be mounted beneath

the disk.

•

A white disk mounted or superimposed on a

black rectangular board with the number or

name on the board above the disk.

I - 5 9 . D i r e c t i o n a l d i s k s c a n n o t b e l e s s t h a n 3 0

centimeters in diameter. Drill eight holes in the disks at

equal intervals around the circumference so that they

can be erected with the arrow pointing in the correct

direction.

I-60. Directional signs show directions for axial and

lateral routes on hastily prepared routes or very

temporary routes like detours. The initial sign shows the

use of disk directional signs and orders the drivers to

follow the disk direction.

I-61. An MSR may require hundreds of signs. Make the

signs in quantity without the black arrow. Stencil or

stick the arrows on later. The superimposed signs are

easiest to store and use. It is hard to secure the two

elements of the circular two-piece signs, and it is hard to

position that sign for display.

I-62. Use yellow instead of white for signs used during

prolonged snowfall conditions or for signs permanently

erected where there can be prolonged snowfalls.

I-40 Route Classification and Signing System



FM 3-19.4

PORTABLE SIGN-MAKING KIT

I-63. The new portable sign-making kit (national stock

number [NSN] 9905-01-478-3723) is lightweight and

simple to use and contains tools and materials that,

when used in conjunction with vehicle BII and locally

available materials, produce temporary signs in support

of MP operations. Since the kit is not fully self-

contained, the user must plan ahead. The new, lighter

kit gives MP units the ability to pack according to the

METT-TC. Even though a significant difference exists

between signs made with the kit and specifications in

STANAGs (STANAG route signs generally have a black

background with white letters, and the kit’s sign

background material is white), it does not differ from the

kit it replaces. The soft-sided sign kit comes with white

plastic bags that can be used to make signs up to 21

inches wide by 23 inches high. Figure I-11, shows a

s a m p l e si g n ; a n d T a b l e I - 4, p a g e I - 4 2 , s h o w s a component listing for sign making.

Reflective tape

Tape tabs for use as

strip (1" x 6")

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front edge of the sign)

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Figure I-11. Sample Sign

Route Classification and Signing System I-41





FM 3-19.4

Table I-4. Component Listing

Tools

NSN

Tool bag

5140-01-481-4460

Carpenter’s hammer

5120-01-112-8350

Utility knife

5110-00-892-5071

Replacement blades

5110-00-293-2865

Linemans tool

5120-00-293-3485

Blacksmith’s/engi-

5120-00-900-6103

neer’s hammer (3 lb)

Nested saw set

5110-00-293-0090

Staple gun

5120-00-889-1796

Fasteners

NSN

One pound of 1.75"

5315-00-543-3023

steel screw-shank

nails (concrete)

Five pounds of 3.5"

5315-00-753-3885

(10-12d) common

nails

One-half pound of 1.5" 5315-01-381-9609

steel barbed-shank

nails (roofing)

Tape, pressure

7510-00-074-5124

sensitive (2" x 160',

100 miles an hour)

Staples, 1/2", box of

5315-00-889-2605

5,000

Cable ties, pkg of 100 5975-00-156-3253

Wire, nonelectrical,

9505-00-293-4208

1-lb roll

I-42 Route Classification and Signing System



FM 3-19.4

Table I-4. Component Listing (Continued)

Marking Materials

NSN

Black tube-type poster 7520-01-336-2856

markers (2 each)

Red tube-type poster

7520-01-336-2857

marker

Blue tube-type poster

7520-01-336-2858

marker

Bags, white plastic,

8105-01-481-4225

trash, 8 gal, roll/box of

20 to 30 (2 each)

Reflective tape (white

9390-00-949-8044

1" x 150')

Ribbon, flagging,

9905-00-194-9703

surveyors (arctic-glo

pink)

Route Classification and Signing System I-43

Appendix J

Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Defense

The technology to produce and deliver chemical

and biological agents and weapons of mass

destruction is widely available. This technology

provides military and nonmilitary leaders in

unstable regions with a means to deter more

technically advanced nations. Weapons of mass

destruction can radically change the flow of

battle, shift the balance of combat power, and

place a superior force at risk. Areas targeted

with these weapons may remain hazardous for

days, even weeks after an attack. Additionally,

nuclear reactor and chemical production facility

accidents or sabotage can release radiological or

chemical contaminants that can threaten

friendly forces and military operations.

OVERVIEW

J-1. Enemy forces may threaten sustainment areas to

seize and maintain the initiative, while degrading or

eliminating a unit’s flexibility and capability to support

operations. Sustainment area activities are lucrative

targets for enemy NBC attacks. Attacking sustainment

nodes weakens the main battle area's force effectiveness

without adversely affecting an enemy’s immediate

maneuver. To achieve these aims, threat activities in

sustainment areas target key critical support and

logistic facilities. These facilities include—

•

Special-weapons

storage

sites

and

delivery

systems.

Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Defense J-1

FM 3-19.4

•

C2 facilities.

•

Air defense artillery sites.

•

Air bases.

•

Seaports.

•

MSRs.

HAZARD DETECTION AND REPORTING

J-2. The best units to perform NBC reconnaissance are

those units with the M93 NBC Reconnaissance System

( F O X ) . P l a n n e r s c o n s i d e r t h e d i s a d v a n t a g e s o f

c on du c ti ng N B C r ec on na i s sa n c e w i th H MM WV -

equipped units. The disadvantages of using a HMMWV

include the following:

•

The crew conducts operations in MOPP 4 while

in contamination.

•

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vehicle

stops

to

conduct

survey

and

detection.

•

The vehicle has difficulty keeping up with the

maneuver force over rugged terrain.

•

The readings obtained using an M256A1 kit,

detector paper, and a chemical agent monitor

(CAM) are not as reliable as readings from the

M93 (FOX).

J-3. Plan ner s use the IPB an d the METT-TC to

determine the type of NBC reconnaissance technique

and the type of equipment to be used for the NBC

reconnaissance.

J-4. Early detection of NBC hazards is required for

timely warning of units and personnel in the affected

areas. NBC reconnaissance is an active contamination

avoidance measure that provides commanders with

information on NBC hazards in an AO.

J-5. NBC reconnaissance contributes to the overall

intelligence collection effort and consists of the following

J-2 Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Defense

FM 3-19.4

five critical tasks: detecting, identifying, marking,

reporting, and sampling. The four types of NB C

reconnaissance include search, survey, sample, and

surveillance.

J-6. MP may be tasked to conduct NBC reconnaissance

while conducting other reconnaissance operations. They

are equipped to detect and identify radiological and

chemical hazards, mark the contaminated area, and

report the hazard. They are not equipped to collect or

handle samples.

J-7. NBC surveillance activities are planned to support

the intelligence collection effort. MP conduct NBC

surveillance by monitoring MSRs, critical facilities, and

key terrain. They employ NBC detector equipment and

measures that include the following:

•

M8A1 automatic chemical agent alarm system.

•

AN/VDR-2 RADIAC set.

•

CAM.

•

Visual observation for unexplained artillery or

spray.

•

M256A1, M8, and M9 paper.

J-8. If MP observe the indications of an NBC attack,

they may be ordered to conduct an NBC survey to define

the boundaries of the contamination, locate and mark

clean bypass routes, and occupy OPs to observe the

designated area. MP conduct an NBC survey, on order,

t o o b t a i n d e t a i l e d i n f o r m a t i o n c o n c e r n i n g a

contaminated area, including the location of the general

boundaries of the contaminated area and the intensity of

the contamination (nuclear) or the type of agent

(chemical).

J-9. MP locate the boundaries and place warning

markers around the contaminated area at all the entry

points. They report information using an NBC 4 report

and inform the road users of the contaminated area, and

Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Defense J-3

FM 3-19.4

direct the traffic to alternate routes to avoid the

contaminated area.

J - 1 0 .

A t a l l e c h e l o n s , M P p r o v i d e c o n t i n u o u s

information to higher HQ using NBC 1 and NBC 4

reports (Figure J-1). These report formats provide a

rapid means of disseminating information. Use the NBC

1 report to record the initial use and subsequent data

concerning enemy NBC attacks. The initial NBC 1

report precedence is flash and all others are immediate.

Table J-1, pages J-6 through J-10, gives an explanation

of the various lines in an NBC report.

J-11. Use the NBC 4 report for radiation dose rate

measurements. Usually, the unit submits two reports—

one on initial contact and another for peak dose rate.

Measure radiation dose rates in the open, 1 meter above

the ground. If radiation dose rates are taken inside a

vehicle or a shelter, at least one outside reading is

necessary to determine the correlation factor. Other

items of the report are optional. Refer to FM 3-3 for more

information about NBC reports.

J-12. As MP move throughout an AO, they monitor for

the presence of an NBC hazard, mark contaminated

areas, send NBC reports through operational channels,

and direct traffic around or through hazards to ensure

that the troops and the supplies get where they are

needed on the battlefield.

CONTAMINATION MARKING

J -1 3. Mar k con ta m in a ti on so th a t u nsusp ecti ng

personnel will not be exposed to it. When detecting or

suspecting NBC hazards, mark all likely entry points

into the area and report the contamination to higher

HQ. The only exception to this policy occurs when

m a r ki n g t h e a r e a w o u l d h el p th e e n e m y . I f th e

commander makes this exception, report the hazard to

protect friendly units.

J-4 Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Defense

FM 3-19.4

NBC 1 Report

(Observer's Report)

NBC 1

NBC 1

NBC 1

(Nuclear) Report

(Biological) Report

(Chemical) Report

B. NB062634

B. LB206300

B. LB200300

C. 90-degree grid

D. 200410Z

D. 201405Z

D. 201405Z

E. 200414Z

E. 201412Z

G. Aircraft

F. LB206300, actual

F. LB206300,

estimated

H. Surface

G. Aerial spray

G. Bomblets

J. 60

H. Unknown

H. Nerve

L.15 degrees

V. Airburst

NOTE: Line items B, D, H, and either C or F should always be

reported. Use other line items if the information is known.

NBC 4 Report

(Reconnaissance, Monitoring, and Survey Results)

NBC 4

NBC 4

(Nuclear) Report

(Chemical) Report

Q. LB123987

H. Nerve V

R. 35

Q. LP200300, liquid

S. 201535Z

S. 170610Z

NOTES:

1. Line items H, Q, R, and S may be repeated as often as necessary.

2. In line R, descriptive words, such as initial, peak, increasing,

decreasing, special, series, verification, or sumary may be added.

Figure J-1. Example of NBC 1 and NBC 4 Reports

Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Defense J-5

FM 3-19.4

Table J-1. Explanation of Line Items in NBC Report

Chemical and

Line

Nuclear

Remarks

Biological

A

Strike serial

Strike serial number

Assigned by the NBC

number

center

B

Position of the

Position of the

Grid coordinates

observer

observer

(universal transverse

mercator [UTM] or

place).

C

Direction of the

Direction of the

Nuclear: Use degrees

attack from the

attack from the

magnetic north (DGM),

observer, to

observer

degrees true north

include the unit

(DGT), degrees grid

of measure

north (DGG), mils

magnetic north (MLM),

mils true north (MLT), or

mils grid north (MLG)

Chemical: Measure

clockwise from the grid

or magnetic north (in

degrees or mils)

D

DTG of

DTG for the start of

Nuclear: Use Zulu time.

detonation

the attack

Chemical: Designate

time zone used.

E

NA

DTG of the end of

Designate time zone

the attack

used.

F

Location of the

Location of the area

Use grid coordinates (or

area attacked

attacked

place). State whether

the location is actual or

estimated.

G

Suspected or

Kind of attack

State whether the attack

observed event

was by artillery, mortars,

and the means

rockets, missiles,

of delivery or

bombs, or spray.

kind of attack

J-6 Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Defense

FM 3-19.4

Table J-1. Explanation of Line Items in NBC Report (Continued)

Chemical and

Line

Nuclear

Remarks

Biological

H

Type of burst

Type of agent and

Nuclear: Specify air,

type of burst

surface, or subsurface.

Chemical: State whether

P = persistent

by air, ground, or spray

NP = nonpersistent

attack.

I

NA

Number of

If known.

munitions or aircraft

J

Flash-to-bang

NA

Use seconds.

time

K

Crater present

Description of

Nuclear: Sent in meters.

or absent and

terrain and

Chemical: Sent in

the diameter

vegetation

NBC 6.

L

Cloud width at

NA

State whether measured

H+5 minutes

in degrees or mils.

M

Stabilized cloud

NA

Nuclear: State whether

top or cloud

the angle is cloud top or

bottom angle or

cloud bottom and

cloud top or

whether it is measured

bottom height at

in degrees or mils.

H+10 minutes

Chemical: State whether

the height is cloud top or

cloud bottom and

whether it is measured

in meters or feet.

N

Estimated yield

NA

Sent as kilotons.

O

Reference DTG

NA

Use when the contours

for estimated

are not plotted at H+1.

contour line not

H+1

P

For radar

NA

None

purposes only

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Table J-1. Explanation of Line Items in NBC Report (Continued)

Chemical and

Line

Nuclear

Remarks

Biological

PA

NA

Predicted hazard

If the wind speed is 10

area (coordinates)

kilometers per hour or

less, this item is 010

(the radius of the hazard

area in kilometers).

PAR

Coordinates of

NA

Six-digit coordinates.

external

Letter R identifies

contours of the

RADAR set.

radioactive

cloud

PB

NA

Duration of the

State in days, hours,

hazard in the attack

minutes, and so forth

and hazard area

PBR

Downwind

NA

DGM, MLM, DGT, MLT,

direction of the

DGG, or MLG. The letter

radioactive

R identifies a RADAR

cloud and the

set.

unit of measure

Q

Location of the

Location of the

Nuclear: UTM or the

reading

sampling and the

place.

type of sample

Chemical: UTM or the

place. State whether the

test was air or liquid.

R

Dose rate or

NA

State the dose rate in

actual value of

centigray per hour

decay exponent

(cGyph).

S

DTG of the

DTG contamination

State the time of the

reading

detected

initial identification test

sample or when the

reading was taken.

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Table J-1. Explanation of Line Items in NBC Report (Continued)

Chemical and

Line

Nuclear

Remarks

Biological

T

H+1 DTG

DTG of the latest

NBC 5 and NBC 6

contamination

reports only.

survey of the area

U

1,000-cGyph

NA

Plot in red.

contour line

V

300-cGyph

NA

Plot in green.

contour line

W

100-cGyph

NA

Plot in blue.

contour line

X

20-cGyph

Area of actual

Nuclear: Plot in black.

contour line (30

contamination

Chemical: Plot in yellow.

cGyph contour

line is used by

other NATO

forces)

Y

Direction of the

Downwind direction

Nuclear: Direction

left and right

of the hazard and

measured clockwise

radical lines

the wind speed

from grid north (GN) to

the left and then right

radial lines (degrees or

mils, state which), four

digits each.

Chemical: Direction is

four digits (degrees or

mils) and the wind

speed is three digits

(kilometers per hour).

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Table J-1. Explanation of Line Items in NBC Report (Continued)

Chemical and

Line

Nuclear

Remarks

Biological

Z

Effective wind

NA

Three digits—effective

speed

wind speed (kilometers

Downwind

per hour)

distance of Zone

Three digits—downwind

1

distance of Zone 1

(kilometers or nautical

Cloud radius

miles)

Unit of measure

Two digits—cloud radius

for each

(kilometers or nautical

category

miles) (the wind speed

is less than 8 kilometers

per hour, this line

contains only a three-

digit radius of Zone 1

[kilometers])

ZA

NA

Significant weather

Air stability: Two digits

phenomena

Temperature in

centigrade: Two digits

Humidity: One digit

Significant weather

phenomena: One digit

Cloud cover: One digit

ZB

Used to transmit

Remarks for

Include any additional

correlation

additional chemical

information.

factors or

and biological

transmission

attacks only.

factors

PROCEDURES FOR MARKING

J-14. Face markers away from the contamination. For

example, if markers are placed 50 meters from the

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o u t s i d e e d g e o f a c o n t a m i n a t e d a r e a t o m a r k a

radiological hot spot, they face away from the point of

the highest contamination reading. Place markers at

roads, trails, and other likely points of entry. When time

and mission permit, use additional markers. The

distance between the signs varies. In open terrain, place

them farther apart than in hilly or wooded areas.

Soldiers should be able to stand in front of a marker and

see the markers to the left and right of it.

J-15. Units discovering a marked, contaminated area do

not have to conduct elaborate, time-consuming surveys.

The new unit checks the extent of the contamination and

alters its plans if necessary. If the size of the hazard has

expanded or decreased, relocate the signs. If the hazard

is gone, remove the signs and report changes to higher

HQ.

TYPES OF MARKERS

J-16. US forces use standard NATO markers to make it

easier for allies to recognize the hazards. These markers

are in the standard NBC marking set. Colors and

inscriptions on a marker indicate the type of hazard.

Other contamination information is written on the front

of the sign.

RADIOLOGICAL CONTAMINATION DETECTION

AND MONITORING

J-17. Conduct radiological monitoring using an AN/

VDR2, and start on the order of the commander or as set

b y t h e S O P . M a r k t h e a r e a w i t h r a d i o l o g i c a l

contamination markers. Report radiation dose rates and

the times and locations of the readings to higher HQ

using th e NB C 4 n uclear r epor t. A l l u nits start

continuous monitoring when–

•

Moving from one area to another on the

battlefield.

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•

Getting a fallout warning.

•

Knowing that a nuclear burst was reported,

seen, or heard.

•

Detecting radiation of 1 centigray per hour by

periodic monitoring.

•

Being ordered by the unit commander.

J-18. Continuous monitoring stops on order from the

higher HQ or when the dose rate falls below 1 centigray

per hour, except for units on the move.

TECHNIQUES FOR MONITORING

J-19. Use both direct and indirect techniques when

conducting radiological monitoring. Refer to FM 3-3 for

more information on radiological monitoring.

Direct Monitoring

J-20. The direct technique is the simplest and the most

precise. The soldier must—

•

Stand at the desired location.

•

Hold the RADIAC meter waist high and turn it

slowly 360 degrees. Refer to TM 11-6665-251-10.

•

Record the highest reading on DA Form 1971-R.

•

Take the reading in the open, at least 10 meters

from buildings or large structures, if possible.

Indirect Monitoring

J-21. Use the indirect technique inside shelters or

vehicles. The soldier must—

•

Stand at the center of the shelter.

•

Hold the RADIAC meter 1 meter above the floor

and slowly rotate it 360 degrees.

•

Record the highest reading.

•

Take all readings from one selected position

when monitoring from inside a vehicle or

shelter.

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SURVEY TEAM

J-22. MP may be tasked to perform as part of a survey

team. When essential contamination information cannot

be obtained from monitoring reports, a radiological

survey may be required. Radiological surveys are

directed efforts to learn the extent and intensity of

radiological contamination. A survey requires a control

team and one or more survey teams. The HQ directing

the survey usually provides the control team. In a team

assigned to a survey—

•

The team leader monitors the RADIAC meter

and provides C2.

•

The driver operates the vehicle.

•

The gunner provides security.

J-23. The control team instructs the survey teams on

what to do. The MP team leader ensures that each team

member receives the following information from the

control team:

•

Purpose. The survey determines the presence

and the level of fallout or induced radiation near

ground zero, in a specific area, along a route, at a

specific location, or any combination of these.

•

Start and finish times. The times during which a

survey will be conducted.

•

Survey execution. The route to be followed and

the locations where readings are to be made or

the distances needed between the readings are

given.

•

Radiation safety precautions. The control team

tells the survey team the turn-back dose. The

dose rate is monitored on the AN/VDR2. If the

turn-back dose rate is reached as the survey

team travels forward, the team immediately

leaves the fallout area by the same route used to

enter it, unless instructed otherwise. If the dose

rate decreases as the survey team moves ahead,

the team continues to perform its mission.

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FM 3-19.4

•

Recording limitations. The survey team will not

convert inside readings to outside readings.

Record readings in the dose rate column only.

•

Communications. The method and times to be

used to communicate survey data to the chain of

command.

•

Special instructions. Any special instructions for

marking the contaminated areas or special

security precautions.

CHEMICAL AGENT DETECTION

J-24. During routine operati ons, MP may detect

chemical agents while making periodic checks for

contamination. Or as previously discussed, teams may

be tasked to conduct a chemical reconnaissance along an

MSR or in a given area after an enemy attack. Some

chemical agents are odorless, colorless, tasteless, and

invisible. Teams must use chemical agent detection

equipment and materials to be certain that all chemical

agents are detected.

PREPARATION

J-25. When assigned a mission or a task to locate and

mark a suspected contaminated area, MP leaders must

ensure that they prepare properly for the mission.

Preparation for any NBC reconnaissance mission begins

with the inspection of personnel and equipment. As a

m i n i m u m , e a c h s q u a d m u s t h a v e t h e f o l l o w i n g

equipment on hand:

•

M8 paper.

•

M9 paper.

•

M256 and M256A1 detector kits.

•

M8A1 alarm.

•

CAM.

•

Marking kit.

•

M13 decontamination apparatus (DAP).

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•

M291 decontamination kit.

•

MOPP gear.

•

Mark 1 nerve agent auto injector kit (NAAK).

•

VS-17 marking panels.

J-26. In addition to ensuring that the proper equipment

is on hand, leaders must ensure that alarms and paper

are properly mounted and functional and that all

external equipment is stowed. The platoon leader

includes a rehearsal of NBC reconnaissance techniques

when preparing the mission. The platoon l eader

coordinates with the unit chemical officer for any special

instructions, ensuring that thorough decontamination

support is available at the conclusion of the mission.

RECONNAISSANCE

J-27. When detecting for chemical contamination

during NBC reconnaissance, the MP leader—

•

Ensures that all members of the party wear

MOPP 4 w ith M9 pap er attach ed to th eir

protective clothing and vehicle.

•

Drives along the route until the chemical agent

alarm sounds. By the time the alarm sounds, the

team may be some distance from where the

agent was first encountered. Keep this in mind

when selecting the area to be searched.

•

Gives special attention to shell craters, low-lying

patches of woods, defiles, ravines, streambeds,

a n d a r e a s c o v e r e d w i t h h i g h g r a s s o r

underbrush.

•

Has one MP remain in each vehicle to provide

security and to monitor the radio.

•

Has other patrol members dismount and check

for contaminants.

•

Ensures that one person uses M8 detector paper

on the tip of a stick.

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FM 3-19.4

•

Ensures that one person operates the M256 chemical

agent detector kit. (Refer to TM 3-6665-307-10 for

detailed operating instructions for the M256, and

refer to FM 3-6 for more information.)

J-28. When MP find chemical contamination, they mark

the area with NBC markers. They service the automatic

chemical agent alarm to ready it for further operation.

MP must be outside the contaminated area when the

alarm is serviced. TM 3-6665-312-12&P provides

instructions for operators and organizational personnel.

M P r e m o u n t t h e v e h i c l e s a n d c o n t i n u e t h e

reconnaissance. While moving, they send an NBC 4

report by radio and follow this procedure each time a

c h e m i c a l a g e n t i s d e t e c t e d . T h e g o a l o f t h e

reconnaissance is to define the contaminated area only

to the degree necessary to provide friendly forces with

the information needed to avoid the area.

BIOLOGICAL AGENT DETECTION

J-29. For warning of biological attacks or contamination

outside a unit's immediate area, the unit relies on

warnings relayed through its chain of command from

division level or higher units. MP help provide warning

of biological hazards by their reports of area activity

p a s s e d o n f r o m t h e i r r o u t e , z o n e , a n d a r e a

reconnaissance.

J-30. Be alert to any sign that biological agents are being

used. Promptly report any unusual occurrences of sickness

in troops or civilians. Report any unusual actions of

animals, birds, or large numbers of dead animals or birds

not likely to have been caused by combat. Observe the

types of weapons and munitions used during attacks.

Compare them to the known characteristics of enemy

biological attacks. Refer to FM 3-3 for detailed information

on biological agent detection, identification, and defense.

J-31. Biological attacks are most likely to occur at night

or during extended twilight to avoid toxin exposure to

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FM 3-19.4

direct sunlight. (Direct sunlight degrades biological

agents.) Cloudy and foggy days are also favorable for the

use of biological agents.

J-32 . Watch for the fol lowing indic ations that a

biological attack has occurred:

•

A

low-flying

aircraft

that

appears

to

be

producing a mist or a spray.

•

The use of any type of spray device.

•

The use of ammunition that does not seem to

have any immediate effect, such as a bomblet.

•

Unusual types of bomblets.

•

Insect swarms that suddenly appear after an

aircraft drops containers that do not seem to

have any immediate effects.

SELF-DEFENSE MEASURES

J-33. MP not only provide early warning for units in the

sustainment area, but they also employ NBC defense

measures to protect their own forces. NBC defense is a

balance of the following three principles:

•

Avoidance.

•

Protection.

•

Decontamination.

AVOIDANCE

J-34. Avoiding NBC attacks and hazards is the key to

N B C d e f e n s e . A v o i d i n g c o n t a m i n a t i o n i n v o l v e s

bypassing contaminated areas and avoiding detection by

the enemy. If forces avoid detection, they are less likely

to be targeted for attack and will not need to apply

protection and decontamination. FM 3-3 provides

de t a i l e d g u i d a n c e o n co n d uc t i n g c o n t a m i na ti o n

avoidance procedures.

J-35. NBC contamination avoidance is especially critical

for light forces. Leaders conduct risk assessments to

Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Defense J-17

FM 3-19.4

determine what protective measures they will direct.

Refer to FM 3-4 for detailed information on conducting a

risk assessment.

PROTECTION

J-36. A unit may become contaminated because of direct

NBC attack or because the mission causes them to enter

a contaminated area. In either case, NBC protection is

an integral part of operations. Avoidance and protection

are closely related. Techniques that work for avoidance

also provide protection. There are four broad groups of

activity that comprise protective measures and include

the following:

•

Hardening positions and protecting personnel.

•

Assuming MOPP.

•

Reacting to attack.

•

Using collective protection.

J - 3 7 . R e f e r t o F M 3 - 4 f o r d e t a i l e d g u i d a n c e o n

conducting NBC protective procedures.

DECONTAMINATION

J-38. The extent and timing of decontamination depend

on the tactical situation, the mission, the degree, the

type of contamination, and the resources available.

Refer to FM 3-5 for detailed guidance on conducting

decontamination operations.

J-39. The primary purpose of decontamination is to stop

erosion of combat power and to reduce the number of

casualties. Combat power drops as soon as personnel

don MOPP gear. The mask restricts the field of vision

and reduces observation and target acquisition ability.

Communication is more difficult. Mobility is reduced

because personnel reduce their physical work rate to

a v o i d h e a t s t r e s s . T h e l o n g e r a u n i t r e m a i n s

contaminated, the greater the chance of NBC casualties.

The three levels of decontamination are immediate,

operational, and thorough.

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FM 3-19.4

Immediate Decontamination

J-40. Immediate decontamination is a basic soldier

survival skill carried out by soldiers as soon as possible

after they discover they are contaminated. Its basic

purposes are to minimize casualties, save lives, and

limit the further spread of contamination. Personnel

treat any contact between chemical or biological agents

and bare skin as an emergency. Some agents can kill if

they remain on the skin for longer than a minute. The

best technique for removing or neutralizing these agents

is to use the M291 skin decontamination kit. Leaders

must ensure that their soldiers are trained to execute

this technique automatically, without waiting for orders.

J-41. Begin personal wipe down within 15 minutes of

contamination. The wipe down removes or neutralizes

contamination on the hood, mask, gloves, and personal

weapon. For chemical and biological contamination, use

m i t t s f r o m t h e M 2 9 5 i n d i v i d u a l e q u i p m e n t

d e c o n t a m i n a t i o n k i t ( I E D K ) . F o r r a d i o l o g i c a l

contamination, wipe off the contamination with a cloth

or simply brush or shake it away.

J-42. Begin the operator’s spray down of the equipment

immediately after completing the personal wipe down.

The spray down removes or neutralizes contamination

on the surfaces that operators must touch frequently to

perform their mission. For chemical and biological

c o n t a m i n a t i o n , u s e o n - b o a r d d e c o n t a m i n a t i o n

apparatuses, such as the M11, the M13, or the M295

IEDK to decontaminate surfaces where DS2 cannot be

applied.

NOTE: Wash decontamination solution number 2

(DS2) off surfaces no more than 30 minutes after

application. If necessary, use 5-gallon water cans

or other water sources to assist in removing DS2.

J-43. For radiological contamination, brush or scrape

away the contamination with whatever is at hand or

flush it with water and wipe it away.

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FM 3-19.4

Operational Decontamination

J-44. Operational decontamination allows a force to

continue fighting and sustain its mission after being

contaminated. It limits the hazard of transferring

c o n t a m i n a t i o n b y r e m o v i n g m o s t o f t h e g r o s s

co n t a m i n a t i o n on e q u i p me n t a n d n e a r l y a l l t h e

contamination on soldiers. This speeds the weathering

process and allows clean areas (people, equipment, and

t e r r a i n ) t o s t a y c l e a n . F o l l o w i n g o p e r a t i o n a l

decontamination, soldiers who have removed sources of

vapor contamination from their clothing and equipment

unmask temporarily in hazard-free areas to eat, drink,

and rest.

J-45. Accomplish operational decontamination using the

assets of the parent unit. Make use of the following

decontamination techniques:

•

Vehicle wash down.

•

MOPP gear exchange.

J-46. Conduct these procedures at the same time. They

are b est per formed at squad level. V ehic les a nd

personnel that are not contaminated should not go

through either technique. Conduct vehicle wash down as

far forward as possible. It is normally performed using

the power-driven decontamination equipment (PDDE)

crew with assistance from the squad decontamination

crew. It is most effective if started within 1 hour after

contamination.

J-47. The two steps in vehicle wash down are as follows:

Step 1. Button up the vehicle and secure the

equipment.

Step 2. Wash down the vehicle and the equipment

with hot, soapy water for 2 to 3 minutes.

J-48. Because speed is important, do not check vehicles

for contamination after vehicle wash down. Remove only

gross contamination.

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Thorough Decontamination

J-49. Thorough decontamination reduces contamination

to negligible risk levels. It restores combat power by

removing nearly all contamination from the unit and

individual equipment. This allows troops to operate

equipment safely for extended periods at reduced MOPP

levels. A contaminated unit conducts detailed troop

decontamination (DTD) under the supervision of the

chemical unit. Ordinarily, the chemical unit selects a site,

s e ts i t u p , a n d p e r f o r m s th e d e ta i l e d e q u i p m en t

decontamination (DE D) with assistance from the

c o n t a m i n a t e d u n i t . A s m a l l r i s k f r o m r e s i d u a l

contamination remains, so make periodic contamination

checks after this operation.

J-50. Conduct thorough decontamination as part of an

extensive reconstitution effort in brigade, division, and

corps support areas. Support sites at lower levels cannot

provide the quantities of decontamination resources

(water, decontaminants, and time) required for such an

extensive process. In some cases, a contaminated unit

could conduct a thorough decontamination operation with

organic decontamination assets, but support from a

chemical unit is usually required.

J-51. After thorough decontamination, the unit moves

into an adjacent AA for reconstitution. Support elements

from the brigade, division, or corps support areas

replenish combat stocks, refit equipment, and replace

personnel and equipment. The newly reconstituted unit

leaves the AA fully operational and fit to return to battle.

J-52. Thorough decontamination does the best job of

getting rid of contamination and its hazards, but it is

often not possible. It requires large quantities of valuable

resources that may not be immediately available. The

next best solution is to decontaminate only what is

necessary to sustain the force and continue to fight.

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FM 3-19.4

MILITARY POLICE LEADERS' RESPONSIBILITIES

J-53. MP leaders ensure that all soldiers understand

the concepts of NBC defense and the skills necessary to

survive an attack. Individual NBC skills include–

•

Recognizing hazards and taking cover.

•

Using protective measures and MOPP gear.

•

Knowing avoidance measures, first aid, and

decontamination.

J-54. MP commanders also designate and train special-purpose

teams. These special-purpose NBC teams include the following:

•

Chemical agent detection teams.

•

Radiological survey and monitoring teams.

•

Decontamination teams.

J-55. To assist with NBC defense, MP commanders rely

on the unit NBC officer and the NBC NCO. They—

•

Provide technical assistance to the commander

on NBC defense training and operations.

•

Coordinate unit NBC defense activities.

•

Give NBC defense instructions to achieve basic

operating standards of proficiency for the unit

and individuals.

•

Plan

and

supervise

NBC defense training

aspects of operational training exercises and

maneuver.

•

Supervise the preparation of unit NBC defense

SOPs.

•

Supervise the operation and maintenance of

NBC material.

•

Determine by dosimetry or calculation (as

appropriate) the total dose of radiation and the

time spent in radiologically contaminated areas

to avoid exceeding command exposure guidance.

•

Prepare fallout prediction patterns.

J-22 Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Defense

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•

Plan

NBC

reconnaissance

and

advise

commanders on the best routes to cross or by-

pass an NBC contaminated area.

•

Plan and coordinate decontamination within the

unit.

•

Maintain

records

of

the

unit's

radiation

exposure.

•

Estimate

downwind

hazards

for

chemical

attacks.

•

Report NBC data to the next higher HQs.

•

Analyze the unit’s vulnerability to an NBC

attack.

•

Evaluate individual and unit competence in

NBC defense, and advise the commander on the

unit’s ability to survive and continue operations

in an NBC environment.

•

Advise the commander on all matters pertaining

to unit NBC defense.

MISSION-ORIENTED PROTECTION

POSTURE LEVELS, ALARMS, AND SIGNALS

J-56. Soldiers on the integrated battlefield face a

c o m b i n a t i o n o f N B C a n d c o n v e n t i o n a l a t t a c k s .

Individual and unit protection against chemical attack

or contamination hinges on effective use of MOPP gear

and on individual proficiency in basic NBC skills. All MP

must be familiar with the standard MOPP levels shown

in Figure J-2, page J-24, and Table J-2, page J-25.

J-57. When an NBC attack is recognized, every soldier

receives the warning and assumes the appropriate

MOPP level. Those in immediate danger need warnings

they can see or hear. The alarm or signal must be simple

and unmistakable for quick and correct reaction. Units

not immediately affected need the information to

prepare for the hazard or to change plans.

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FM 3-19.4

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MOPP

MOPP

MOPP

MOPP

MOPP

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ready

zero

1

2

3

4

only

Figure J-2. Illustrated MOPP Levels

J-58. Mark the contaminated area if an NBC hazard

has been located. The NBC Warning and Reporting

System (NBCWRS) and the contamination markers

contribute to the warning procedures for follow-on

forces. In the immediate area of contamination, several

methods (or a combination of methods) will allow quick

reaction by all platoon members.

J-59. These methods include vocal alarms (shout of

GAS), the M8A1 alarm, nonvocal alarms (horn blast or

banging of metal-to-metal objects), and visual alarms

(most commonly, hand-and-arm signals). The tactical

situation may not allow for audible alarms; therefore,

the platoon SOP should clearly detail the visual signals

for contamination.

BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE

J-60. The key protective measure against a biological

attack is maintaining a high order of health, personal

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hygiene, and sanitation discipline. Biological attacks are

hard to detect. If an attack occurs, chances of survival

are better if soldiers are healthy, physically fit, keep all

immunizations up to date, and maintain good personal

hygiene. Keep your body clean to prevent ingestion of

biological agents. Keep small cuts or scratches covered

and germ-free by using soap, water, and first aid

measures. Since insects carry biological agents, keep

clothes buttoned and your skin covered to prevent insect

bites.

NUCLEAR ATTACK DEFENSE

J-61. MP can defend themselves against nuclear attack

before, during, and after the event.

DEFENSE BEFORE A NUCLEAR ATTACK

J-62. The best defense against a nuclear attack is to dig

in. Prepare unit defensive positions, which vary from

individual foxholes to improved positions, whenever the

tactical situation permits. Keep individual weapons,

equipment, clothing, and other issue items in vehicles.

Secure equipment because the blast wave will convert

unsecured items into lethal missiles. Disperse and

protect supplies, explosives, and flammable materials.

Turn off all electronic equipment and remove antennas

from vehicles.

J-63. Reverse slopes of hills and mountains give some

nuclear protection. The initial radiation, heat, and light

from the fireball of a nuclear blast tend to be absorbed

by hills and mountains. Using of gullies, ravines,

ditches, natural depressions, fallen trees, and caves can

reduce nuclear casualties.

DEFENSE DURING A NUCLEAR ATTACK

J -6 4 . D e f e n s e d u ri n g a n u c l e a r a t t a c k i s e i t he r

dismounted or mounted. When taking dismounted

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FM 3-19.4

defensive actions, never run for cover. Immediately drop

flat on the ground (face down) or to the bottom of a

foxhole, with your head toward the blast. Cover exposed

skin as much as possible and close your eyes. Remain

down until the blast wave has passed and debris has

stopped falling. Stay calm, check for injury, check

weapons and equipment for damage, and prepare to

continue the mission.

J-65. MP in vehicles should exit and move away from

the vehicle and take dismounted defensive actions.

DEFENSE AFTER A NUCLEAR ATTACK

J-66. Once the attack ends, forward an NBC 1 nuclear

r epo r t , or ga n i z e s ur vi v or s, s ec ur e a nd o rg a ni z e

equipment, assist casualties, improve protection against

possible fallout, and begin continuous monitoring. If the

radiation dose rate reaches a hazardous level after

fallout is complete, be prepared to move, on order, to a

less hazardous area.

Fallout Warning

J-67. The first person to detect the arrival of fallout is

usually the radiological monitor operating a RADIAC

meter. As soon as he notes a dose rate of 1 centigray per

hour or higher, he warns unit personnel. All personnel

hearing the warning relay it to others. If the mission

allows, move into a shelter with overhead cover and stay

there until given an all clear signal or until directed to

move. If the mission does not allow the unit to take

cover, decontamination becomes more important and

perhaps more difficult.

Supervision of Radiological Monitoring

J-68. Perform radiological monitoring routinely with a

AN/VDR-2 RADIAC meter to determine the presence

and intensity of a radiation hazard. MP leaders must

ensure that their teams are properly trained on this

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equipment. The two types of monitoring is periodic and

continuous.

J-69. Periodic Monitoring. Periodic monitoring (once

every hour) assures the platoon that the area is not

contaminated or, if applicable, provides a warning when

contamination is detected after the platoon arrives.

Periodic monitoring is initiated under the following

conditions:

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After the first use of nuclear weapons in the

theater of war.

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HQ.

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When ordered by higher HQ.

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J-70. Continuous Monitoring. Continuous monitoring

is the surveillance for radiation in the platoon’s area or

position. Initiate continuous monitoring when any of the

following situations occur:

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When a nuclear detonation is observed or

reported in the area of operations.

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platoon is in the predicted area of contamination.

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recorded in periodic monitoring.

Supervision of Tactical Dosimetry Operations

J-71. Each MP team is issued a dosimeter. Selected

soldiers wear them. Check all dosimeters to be used for

the operation. Turn in dosimeters for recharging if they

do not read zero. If a charger is not available, note the

original reading. Ensure that the dosimeter readings are

reported accurately. Collect readings at least once daily.

Average these readings, round to the nearest 10, and

report the average and the radiation exposure status

(RES) to higher HQ.

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FM 3-19.4

J-72. Use individual actions for nuclear defense when

operating in or crossing radiologically contaminated

areas. Close vehicles tightly and cover cargoes with

tarps or tenting. Mission permitting, keep the speed

down to preven t dust. V ehic les should m aintain

adequate following distances to stay out of the dust

raised by preceding vehicles.

J-73. After the unit exits a contaminated area, check

personnel, equipment, and cargo for contamination and

decontaminate them, if necessary. Monitor dose rates

closely to ensure compliance with operational exposure

guidance (OEG). Update the RES if appropriate.

CHEMICAL ATTACK DEFENSE

J-74. MP must be prepared to defend themselves before,

during, and after a chemical attack.

DEFENSE BEFORE A CHEMICAL ATTACK

J-75. The best defense before a chemical attack is

preparation. Use protective procedures. Ensure that all

personnel have protective masks available, and ensure

that each mask fits and functions properly. All personnel

should wear the proper protective clothing according to

the MOPP level designated by the commander. Protect

all equipment and supplies from liquid chemical

contamination by keeping them organized and covered.

J-76. Emplace an M8A1 automatic chemical agent

alarm. The M8A1 is the primary means of detecting an

upwind chemical attack. The system provides two

essential elements of survival: detection of a toxic agent

cloud and early warning to the troops in the monitored

position. The platoon leader decides where to place the

chemical alarm. Place the detector units no more than

150 meters upwind from the platoon’s perimeter or

position. Space the available detector units about 300

meters apart, and ensure that each detector unit is

connected to the alarm unit by telephone cable (WD-1).

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Position the alarm units near radiotelephone assets; this

makes it easy to alert the unit of an attack. Blowing sand

or dust, rain, sleet, snow, temperatures below 40 degrees

Fahrenheit, and tropical conditions can affect the

operation of the alarm.

J-77. If an NBC hazard cannot be avoided, soldiers must

be prepared to protect themselves and equipment from

the effects of exposure. Base the type and degree of

protection required on the unit’s mission and the hazard.

Note that the line between contamination avoidance and

protection is not distinct; many actions contribute

equally to both.

DEFENSE DURING A CHEMICAL ATTACK

J-78. Give the alarm. All unmasked soldiers put on their

protective masks and other MOPP gear. All personnel

move inside their vehicles and close all doors and

hatches, if applicable. This aids in the protection from

gross liquid contamination. The platoon leader directs

the use of M25 6A1 detector kits and the C AM to

determine the type of agent, and he submits an NBC 1

report. The platoon then continues the mission.

DEFENSE AFTER A CHEMICAL ATTACK

J - 7 9 . F o r w a r d a n N B C 1 c h e m i c a l r e p o r t , t r e a t

casualties, perform immediate decontamination as

required, and mark the contaminated area.

SYMPTOMS AND TREATMENT OF CASUALTIES

J-80. Potential adversaries may have access to a wide

variety of biological and chemical agents on the modern

battlefield. These agents can be dispensed alone or with

other carriers or agents. Casualties resulting from

exposure to biological or chemical agents require medical

treatment as quickly as possible.

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FM 3-19.4

J-81. The first step in the treatment process is usually

appropriate self-aid and buddy-aid measures. These

vary depending on the agent. Soldiers mask to prevent

inhaling or ingesting additional agents and remove

agents from exposed skin by washing with soap and

water or using the M291 kit. They use buddy-aid

procedures to observe each other for early symptoms of

toxic exposure and provide medical assistance.

J-82. The platoon leader selects separate casualty

collection points for contaminated and noncontaminated

c a s u a l t i e s t o p r e v e n t c r o s s c o n t a m i n a t i o n .

D e c o n t a m i n a t e a l l c o n t a m i n a t e d c a s u a l t i e s a s

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contaminated patients in its casualty evacuation

request. This allows the evacuation team to send the

proper number of vehicles for pickup.

J-83. Chemical agents fall into four major categories:

nerve, blister, blood, and choking. The primary routes of

attack on the body are through the respiratory system

and the skin. These agents are especially dangerous

because they can kill or incapacitate quickly. The first,

a n d m o s t i m p o r t a n t , st e p i n d e a l i n g w i t h t h e m

effectively is to recognize symptoms so that proper

treatment can be administered. Table J-3, page J-32,

shows protection and detection measures, symptoms,

and treatment and decontamination procedures for

chemical agents.

UNMASKING PROCEDURES

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biological or chemical attack is expected. Use the

procedures outlined in the following paragraphs to

determine if unmasking is safe.

J-85. If an M256 or M256A1 detector kit is available,

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does not detect all agents; therefore, use the proper

unmasking procedures, which take about 15 minutes. If

all the tests with the kit (including a check for liquid

contamination using M8 detector paper) have been

performed a nd the results are negative, use the

following procedures:

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start unmasking procedures. If possible, they

move to a shady place. Bright, direct sunlight

can cause pupils to constrict, giving a false

symptom.

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then clear and reseal their masks.

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10 minutes. If no symptoms appear, request

permission from higher HQ to signal all clear.

J-86. The leaders watch the soldiers for possible delayed

symptoms. Always have first aid treatment immediately

available in case it is needed.

J-87. If an M256 or M256A1 kit is not available,

unmasking procedures take about 35 minutes. When a

reasonable amount of time has passed after the attack,

find a shady area and use M8 paper to check the area for

possible liquid contamination. Conduct unmasking

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They take a deep breath and break their mask

seals, keeping their eyes wide open.

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15 seconds. The leaders observe them for 10

minutes.

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break the seals, take two or three breaths,

and clear and reseal their masks. Observe

them for 10 minutes.

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leaders request permission from higher HQ

to signal all clear. He continues to observe

soldiers in case delayed symptoms develop.

J-88. Give the all-clear signal by word of mouth through

the chain of command. Higher HQ initiates the all-clear

signal after testing for contamination proves negative. If

requ ired, use standard sound signals, suc h as a

continuous, sustained blast on a siren, a vehicle horn, or

a similar device. When all clear is announced on the

radio, it must be authenticated before compliance. The

commander designates the specific all-clear signal and

includes it in the SOP.

J-34 Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Defense

Appendix K

Civil-Disturbance Measures

This appendix discusses the crowd control

m e a s u r e s u s e d w h e n t h e r e i s a c i v i l

disturbance.

OVERVIEW

K-1.

The mission of the military forces in a civil

disturbance is to apply the minimum force necessary to

help local or HN authorities restore law and order. Most

often, military personnel disperse unauthorized

assemblages and patrol disturbed areas to prevent

unlawful acts. Other missions assigned to MP or other

military forces include—

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Maintaining the mechanics of essential distribu-

tion, transportation, and communications sys-

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Making a show of force.

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Setting up roadblocks.

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Cordoning off areas.

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Dispersing crowds.

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Releasing riot control agents (RCAs).

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Serving as security forces or reserves.

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Initiating needed relief measures, such as

distributing food or clothing or establishing

emergency shelter.

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Employing nonlethal munitions and equipment.

K-2. Military control force commanders must know

what options are available to them. They select the

op tion that is best for the s pecific p hy sical and

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psychological environment. They must be able to reduce

the intensity of the confrontation and restore order.

K-3. The commitment of milita ry forces to civil-

disturbance control operations does not automatically

give these forces police power. There are legal and

commonsense reasons to restrict the police power of

military forces. All military leaders and planners must

be familiar with laws, regulations, and policies that

govern military involvement in civil disturbances.

K-4. In all contacts with the civilian population and the

participants of the disturbance, military forces must

display fair and impartial treatment and must adhere to

the principle of minimum force. Whenever possible, civil

police apprehend, process, and detain civil law violators.

Military forces perform these functions only when

necessity dictates and to the minimum extent required.

The return these functions to civil authorities as soon as

possible.

K-5. As the disturbance subsides, the commander takes

steps to restore control to civil authorities. The control

force gradually reduces the number and scope of its

operations. It takes care not to give the impression that

all controls have been removed. Withdrawal is not

immediate. The disturbance may flare up again if the

participants get the impression that authorities have

abandoned the operations. The control force gradually

wi th draws in a phased return of control to civil

authorities.

CIVIL DISTURBANCES ON DEPARTMENT OF

DEFENSE INSTALLATIONS OUTSIDE THE

CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES

K - 6 . O n D O D i n s t a l l a ti o n s o v e r se a s a n d a t U S

embassies and consulates, HN forces generally control

disturbances targeted at US facilities because of the

possible international political ramifications of foreign

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civil disturbances. Status of Forces Agreements define

the legal considerations that guide and constrain actions

by US military commanders. Commanders must have

an effective liaison with HN authorities. Through close

coordination with HN authorities, US commanders can

determine the level of visibility and the involvement, if

any, of US forces.

CROWD BEHAVIOR

K-7. The presence or absence of social factors like

leadership, moral attitudes, and social uniformity may

influence crowd behavior. Leadership has a profound

effect on the intensity and direction of crowd behavior.

When blocked from expressing its emotions in one

direction, a crowd's frustration and hostility can be

redirected elsewhere. The first person to give clear

orders in an authoritative manner is likely to be

followed. Agitators can exploit a crowd's mood and

convert a group of frustrated, resentful people into a

vengeful mob. Skillful agitators using television, radio,

and other communications media can reach large

portions of the population and incite them to unlawful

acts without having direct personal contact. In a civil-

disturbance environment, any crowd can be a threat to

law and order because it is open to manipulation.

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K-9. Control force members are also susceptible to

c r o w d b eh a v i o r . T h e y m a y b e c o m e e m o t i o n a l l y

stimulated during a tense confrontation. Commanders

must counteract this. Control force members must

exercise restraint individually and collectively. Rigorous

training, firm and effective supervision, and complete

awareness and understanding of ROE and ROI are

necessary to offset the effect of crowd contagion on the

control force.

CROWD TACTICS

K-10. In civil disturbances, crowds employ any number

of tactics to resist control or to achieve their goals.

Tactics may be unplanned or planned and nonviolent or

violent. The more purposeful the disturbance, the more

likely the possibility of well-planned tactics.

K-11. Nonviolent tactics may range from name-calling

to building barricades. Demonstrators may converse

with control force members to distract them or to gain

their sympathy. They may try to convince control force

m e m b e r s t o l e a v e t h e i r p o s t s a n d j o i n t h e

demonstrators. Demonstrators may use verbal abuse.

Expect obscene remarks, taunts, ridicule, and jeers.

Crowd members want to anger and demoralize the

opposition. They want authorities to take actions that

later may be exploited as acts of brutality.

K-12. Sometimes women, children, and elderly people

are placed in the front ranks. This plays on a control

force's sympathy to try to discourage countermeasures.

When countermeasures are taken, agitators take

photographs to stir public displeasure and embarrass

the control force. Demonstrators may form human

K-4 Civil-Disturbance Measures

FM 3-19.4

blockades to impede traffic by sitting down in roads or at

the entrances to buildings. This can disrupt normal

activity, forcing control personnel to physically remove

the demonstrators. Demonstrators may lock arms,

making it hard for the control force to separate and

remove them. It also makes the control force seem to be

using excessive force.

K-13. Groups of demonstrators may trespass on private

or government property. They want to force mass

arrests, overwhelm detainment facilities, and clog the

legal system. Demonstrators may resist by going limp

and forcing control force members to carry them. They

may chain or handcuff themselves to objects or to each

other. This prolongs the demonstration. Agitators may

spread rumors to incite the crowd and try to force the

control force to use stronger measures to control or

disperse the crowd. The agitators want to make the

control force appear to be using excessive force. Terrorist

groups may try to agitate crowds as a diversion for

terrorist acts. They also try to provoke an overreaction

by the control force.

K-14. Violent crowd tactics, which may be extremely

destructive, can include physical attacks on people and

property, fires, and bombings. Crowd use of violent

tactics is limited only by the attitudes and ingenuity of

crowd members, the training of their leaders, and the

materials available to them. Crowd or mob members

may commit violence with crude, homemade weapons, or

th e y m a y e m p l oy s op h i s ti c a t e d s m a l l a r m s a n d

explosives. If unplanned violence occurs, a crowd will

use rocks, bricks, bottles, or whatever else is at hand. If

v i o l e n c e i s p l a n n e d , a c r o w d c a n e a s i l y c o n c e a l

makeshift weapons or tools for vandalism. They may

carry—

•

Balloons filled with paint to use as bombs.

•

Bolt cutters to cut through fences.

•

Picket signs to be used as clubs.

Civil-Disturbance Measures K-5

FM 3-19.4

•

Pipes wrapped in newspapers to throw as deadly

missiles.

•

Firecrackers dipped in glue and covered with

BBs or small nails to use as deadly grenades.

•

Plywood shields and motorcycle helmets to

protect against riot batons.

•

Safety goggles to protect against tear gas.

K-15. A crowd may erect barricades to impede troop

movement or to prevent a control force from entering

certain areas or buildings. They may use vehicles, trees,

furniture, fences, or any other material. In an effort to

breach barriers, rioters may throw grapples into wire

barricades and drag them. They may use grapples,

chains, wire, or rope to pull down gates or fences. Long

poles or spears may be used to keep control forces back

while removing barricades or to prevent the use of

bayonets. They also may crash vehicles into gates or

fences to breach them.

K-16. Rioters can be expected to vent their emotions on

indi vidu als, troop fo rm ations, and control-force

equipment. R ioters may throw rotten fruits a nd

vegetables, rocks, bricks, bottles, improvised bombs, or

other objects from overpasses, windows, and roofs. In

the past, troops, firefighters, and utility workers on duty

during a civil disorder have been beaten, injured, or

killed. Vehicles have been overturned, set on fire, or

otherwise damaged.

K-17. Rioters may direct dangerous objects like vehicles,

carts, barrels, and liquids at troops located on or at the

bottom of a slope. On level ground, they may drive

wheeled vehicles at the troops, jumping out before the

vehicles reach the target. This tactic is also used to

breach roadblocks and barricades.

K-18. Rioters may set fire to buildings and vehicles to

block the advance of troops. Fires are also set to create

confusion or diversion, destroy property, and mask

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FM 3-19.4

looting and sniping. Rioters may flood an area with

gasoline or oil and ignite it. On the other hand, they may

pour gasoline or oil down a slope or drop it from

buildings and ignite it.

K-19. Weapons fire against troops may take the form of

selective sniping or massed fire. The fire may come from

within the ranks of the rioters or from buildings or other

adjacent cover. The weapons used can vary from

homemade one-shot weapons to high-powered rifles.

Snipers may try to panic control force members into

firing a volley into the crowd. Innocent casualties make

a control force appear both undisciplined and oppressive.

K-20. Explosives may be used to breach a dike, levee, or

dam. Bombs can be exploded ahead of troops or vehicles

so rubble blocks a street. They can be used to block an

underpass by demolishing the overhead bridge. In

extremely violent confrontations, bombs placed in

buildings may be timed to explode when troops or

vehicles are near. Demolition charges can be buried in

streets and exploded as troops or vehicles pass over

them. Explosive-laden vehicles can be rolled or driven at

troops. Rioters may attach explosives to animals and

force them toward troops. They then detonate the

explosives by remote control. Even harmless looking

objects like cigarette lighters and toys can be loaded

with explosives and used as weapons.

COMPANY LEVEL OPERATIONS

K-21. Normally, civil-disturbance operations are

conducted at company level. The company operations

section coordinates for special equipment that includes

the following:

•

Kevlar and face shield.

•

Body armor.

•

Shields, work gloves, and batons.

•

Protective masks.

Civil-Disturbance Measures K-7

FM 3-19.4

•

Elbow pads.

•

Shin guards.

•

Weapons and bayonets.

•

CS/OC spray.

•

Smoke grenades.

•

Breaching ramps.

•

Scaling ladders.

•

Portable radios.

•

Portable lighting.

•

Bullhorns.

•

Video home system (VHS) cameras to videotape

individuals in the crowd for identification.

•

Transportation

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•

Hand and leg irons and flex cuffs.

•

NVDs.

K-22. The MP operations center also coordinates for

support, to include medical and emergency operations

center (EOC) personnel, SRTs, hostage negotiators,

MWD teams, PSYOP, civil affairs, local or HN law

enforcement personnel, and apprehension or detention

facilities for civilian personnel.

K-23. Rehearsals are imperative to the overall success

of suppressing civil disturbances even before they occur.

Rehearsals should cover the use and employment of

nonlethal munitions, practice situations in which ROE

or the use of force is applied, the use of riot dispensers,

h a n d a n d a r m s i g n a l s o r v o i c e c o m m a n d s , a n d

formations.

K-24. MP use appropriate crowd control measures that

include formations such as—

•

Using the line formation to push or drive a

crowd straight back.

•

Using the echelon formation to turn or move

crowds away from buildings, fences, or walls.

K-8 Civil-Disturbance Measures

FM 3-19.4

•

Using the wedge formation penetrate and split a

crowd.

•

Using the diamond formation to enter a crowd.

K-25. When a small unit, normally a squad, moves a

dignitary through a crowd or an apprehension team into

a crowd, they generally use the diamond formation. The

other formations are trained at squad level and above

but are normally performed by a platoon or company.

The line, echelon left or right, and wedge formations are

the basis for platoon and company formations. A squad

must be skilled in the basic formations before practicing

in platoon-size or larger formations.

K-26. Refer to FM 19-15 for more information about

civil-disturbance techniques and procedures.

NONLETHAL MUNITIONS

K-27. Nonlethal munitions are explicitly designed and

prima rily employed to incapacitate personnel or

material, while minimizing fatalities, permanent injury

to personnel, and undesired damage to property and the

environment. Unlike conventional lethal munitions that

destroy their targets through blast, penetration, and

fragmentation, nonlethal munitions employ means other

than gross physical destruction to prevent the target

from functioning.

K-28. The doctrine and concepts of operation for

nonlethal weapons are designed to reinforce deterrence

a n d e x p a n d t h e r a n g e o f o p t i o n s a v a i l a b l e t o

commanders. They enhance the capability of US forces

to accomplish the following objectives:

•

Discourage, delay, or prevent hostile actions.

•

Limit escalation.

•

Take military action in situations where the use

of lethal force is not the preferred option.

•

Protect our forces better.

Civil-Disturbance Measures K-9

FM 3-19.4

•

Disable equipment, facilities, and personnel

temporarily.

K-29. Nonlethal munitions are not required to have a

zero probability of producing fatalities or permanent

injuries, and complete avoidance of these effects is not

guaranteed or expected. When properly employed,

nonlethal weapons should significantly reduce these

effects when compared with using lethal weapons to

physically destroy the same target.

K-30. Nonlethal capabilities provide a wider range of

options that augment but do not replace traditional

means of deadly force. The option to resort to deadly

f o r c e m u s t a l w a y s r e m a i n a v a i l a b l e w h e n t h e

commander believes it is appropriate to the mission.

K-31. MP norm ally u se the low est level of force

necessary to control most i nci dents that involve

noncombatants. RCAs, such as CS and MWD, and crowd

control devices, such as the riot baton, are examples of

nonlethal means currently used by MP forces. These

options are currently listed in AR 190-29.

K-32. Training for the use of nonlethal munitions

requires leaders and soldiers to understand the limited

use of these systems in environments with restrictive

ROE. Training will be continuous at all levels to ensure

that nonlethal munitions are properly employed.

K-33. The countermeasures for thwarting virtually all

nonlethal options are usually apparent, quickly learned,

and readily available. Because they do not kill, nonlethal

options teach an adversary what to avoid in the future.

Commanders must be prepared to stay one step ahead of

motivated belligerents. Many nonlethal options have

both maximum effective and minimum safety ranges.

Individuals struck short of the minimum safety range

often suffer severe injuries or death, while the effects of

most nonlethal devices are greatly mitigated at longer

ranges. In order to be effective, an adversary must be

K-10 Civil-Disturbance Measures

FM 3-19.4

engaged within the effective zone (beyond the minimum

safety range and short of the maximum effective range).

K-34. Nonlethal munitions and equipment currently

available are shown in Appendix L. Refer to Figure 3-2,

page 3-11, for the range of the munitions.

NONLETHAL MUNITIONS EMPLOYMENT

CONSIDERATIONS

K-35. Nonlethal munitions employment must be well

documented in ROE. Leaders must constantly ensure

that soldiers understand when and how to effectively

employ them. Incorrect application of these munitions

c a n h a v e s i g n i f i c a n t o p e r a t i o n a l a n d p o l i t i c a l

ramifications. Employment considerations include the

following:

•

Individual. When possible, do not change

individual weapons. Designate individuals as

nonlethal shooters. Nonlethal shooters carry

lethal munitions only for personal protection.

Carry lethal rounds in a place to avoid confusing

nonlethal rounds with lethal rounds.

•

Squad. Squad leaders carry stun grenades and

mainta in their weapon loaded with lethal

ammunition. Ideally, the squad does not change

their task organization to accommodate the

addition of nonlethal equipment. They should

designate nonlethal shooters instead.

•

Patrols. Commanders do not plan a nonlethal

patrol, but they plan a combat and security

patrol with a nonlethal attachment when the

mission dictates. Carrying a shotgun limits the

flexibility an individual has because of the time

it takes to transition from nonlethal to lethal.

Use shotguns only from a fixed position where

adequate coverage is available.

•

Static position. Individuals on static positions

h a v e t h e i r w e a p o n s l o a d e d w i t h l e t h a l

Civil-Disturbance Measures K-11

FM 3-19.4

a m m un i t i o n , a n d a dd i t i o na l l y t he y ca rr y

nonlethal munitions. Both shotguns and M203s

work well from static positions and are used

together when possible.

•

Contact teams. Teams of personnel whose

primary responsibilities are to make personal

contact with the adversary are established

before deployment. Train team members in

unar med self-defense, open-hand control ,

handcuffing, and flex cuffing. Equip contact

teams with personal protection gear, 9-millimeter

pistols, and flex cuffs. Due to the physical nature

of contact teams, do not arm contact team

members with long rifles. If security for the

contact team is an issue, attach a security

element. MWD teams may also augment contact

teams to help locate the adversary. Refer to FM

9 0 - 4 0 f o r m o r e i n f o r m a ti o n o n n o n l e t h a l

techniques and procedures.

K-12 Civil-Disturbance Measures

Appendix L

Weapons and Equipment

MP must be rapidly deployable, versatile, and

as lethal as the force that they support. MP are

organized and equipped to provide functional

battlefield capabilities that range from the

deliberate att ack (area security) to civil-

d i s t u r b a n c e c o n t r o l o p e r a t i o n s ( L & O ) .

Although not all inclusive, the listed data is

intended to aid in planning MP operations. In

any tactical situation, it is important that MP

be able to properly identify threat weapons,

vehicles, and aircraft. When threat is observed,

MP report their location, activity, and direction

of travel to higher HQ by the fastest means

available.

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FM 3-19.4

FRIENDLY NONLETHAL EQUIPMENT AND

MUNITIONS

L-3. The following descriptions and illustrations

describe nonlethal equipment and munitions that are

currently available.

NONLETHAL EQUIPMENT

L-4. The following nonlethal equipment provides bodily

protection for soldiers involved in a nonlethal operation

and a llows sol diers to ca pture the threa t wi th a

minimum of force.

Nonballistic and Ballistic Riot Face Shields

L-5. The riot face shield (Figure L-1) provides soldiers

with improved facial protection from thrown objects. The

face shield is lightweight, adaptable to the current

helmet, transparent, and scratch-resistant. It is

adjustable to up and down positions. The mechanism for

attaching and removing the shield from the helmet is

robust and simple and requires no tools in the field.

Figure L-1. Riot Face Shield

L-6 Weapons and Equipment



FM 3-19.4

L-6. The ballistic riot face shield is similar in design,

but it is heavier and provides facial protection up to a 9-

millimeter full metal jacket (FMJ) or 124 grains at 1,400

feet per second. This face shield is primarily used by

SRTs in force-entry scenarios and can also be used for

MOUT operations.

Nonballistic and Ballastic Riot Body Shields

L-7. The nonballistic riot body shield (Figure L-2) is 24

inches by 48 inches by .157 inches. It provides soldiers

with improved protection from frontal, side, and

o v e r h e a d a s s a u l t s . T h i s s h i e l d i s l i g h t w e i g h t ,

transparent, and scratch-resistant. The ballistic riot

body shield (Figure L-3, page L-8) is 24 inches by 36

inches with a 4- by 16-inch window for viewing the

threat. It is similar in design to the nonballistic shield

but is heavier. It provides ballistic protection up to a 9-

millimeter FMJ or 124 grains at 1,400 feet per second.

This shield is primarily used by SRTs in forced-entry

scenarios and can also be used for selected MOUT

operations.

Figure L-2. Nonballistic Riot Body Shield

Weapons and Equipment L-7





FM 3-19.4

Figure L-3. Ballistic Riot Body Shield

Nonballistic and Ballistic Shin Guards

L-8. Nonballistic shin guards (Figure L-4) provide

soldiers with improved protection from thrown objects.

They are lightweight and black in color.

Figure L-4. Nonballistic Shin Guards

L-9. Ballistic shin guards are similar in design to

nonballastic guards, but they are heavier and provide

protection up to a 9-millimeter FMJ or 124 grains at

1,400 feet per second. They are primarily used by SRTs

L-8 Weapons and Equipment



FM 3-19.4

in forced-entry scenarios and can also be used in selected

MOUT operations.

Baton

L-10. The standard 36-inch wooden riot baton (Figure L-5)

is currently in use for riot control. It is used for self-defense

and to keep rioters out of arm's reach of the soldiers

conducting crowd control tactics.

Figure L-5. Standard 36-inch Wooden Riot Baton

Portable Bullhorn

L-11. The portable bullhorn (Figure L-6, page L-10) is a

critical communication device when conducting crowd

c o n t r o l t a c t i c s . T h e b u l l h o r n c a n f a c i l i t a t e

communication with the crowd in conjunction with

l i n g u i s t o r P S Y O P s u p p o r t . I t a l s o a s s i s t s i n

communicating commands to troops engaged in crowd

control by projecting over the crowd's noise.

Individual Voice-Amplification System

L-12. The individual voice-amplification system (Figure

L-7, page L-10) is a critical communication device for

conducting crowd control tactics when using RCAs and

wearing a protective mask. This device facilitates oral

communications and increases the user’s ability to be

heard on radios and other devices.

Weapons and Equipment L-9





FM 3-19.4

Figure L-6. Portable Bullhorn

Figure L-7. Individual Voice-Amplification System

Individual Oleoresin Capsicum and M36 Individual

Chlorobenzyl Malononitrile Dispersers

L-13. These individual RCA dispersers (Figure L-8) are

used primarily for self-defense and to keep rioters out of

arm’s reach of soldiers conducting crowd control tactics

or engaged in missions were noncombatant threat

exists.

Midsize Riot Control Dispersers of Oleoresin Capsicum and

Chlorobenzylidene Malononitrile

L-14. This RCA disperser (Figure L-9) is primarily used

by formations conducting crowd control tactics, law

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FM 3-19.4

Figure L-8. Individual OC and CS Dispersers

enforcement, and I/R operations. It is lightweight, can be

operated by one person, and is easily refilled and

pressurized with available maintenance equipment or

2ВЅ- or 5-ton truck compressors. It is intended to provide

a small unit with self-defense capabilities from large

crowds out to 10 meters (more range is possible based on

the wind) or offensively to clear crowds from critical

areas (toward preplanned escape routes).

Figure L-9. Midsize Riot Control Dispersers of OC and CS

Weapons and Equipment L-11



FM 3-19.4

M33A1 Riot Control Disperser Filled With Chloroben-

zylidene Malononitrile or Dibenz (B, f)-1, 4-Oxazepine (CR)

L-15. This RCA disperser (Figure L-10) is primarily

used by formations conducting crowd control tactics. It is

twice as heavy as a midsized disperser, carries a larger

payload, and dispenses powdered CS or liquid CR. One

individual can operate it, and it can be refilled and

pressurized with available M4 compressors. It is

intended to provide a small unit with self-defense

capabilities from large crowds out to 15 meters (100

meters is possible based on wind speed and direction).

Use the M33A1 offensively to clear crowds from critical

areas.

Figure L-10. M33A1 Riot Control Disperser Filled With CS or CR

L - 1 6 . S o m e t r a i n i n g i s r e q u i r e d t o o p e r a t e t h e

dispenser. The unit NBC NCO ma y conduct this

training. The device requires up to 2,000 pounds per

square inch of pressure to function properly, and it is

maintained with an M254 maintenance kit.

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FM 3-19.4

High-Intensity Xenon Searchlight

L-17. Use this individual, handheld searchlight (Figure

L-11) for illumination in crowd control operations during

darkness. Use i t for gen eral illumination of the

operational area; to pinpoint agitators or threat, to

reduce the ability of rioters to see troop formations and

actions, and to enhance tactical deception techniques for

units conducting crowd control operations.

Figure L-11. High-Intensity Xenon Searchlight

Lightweight Disposable Restraints

L-18. Lightweight disposable restraints (Figure L-12,

page L-14) are also known as flex cuffs. Individual

soldiers can carry large quantities of these restraints to

immobilize individuals being detained. When freeing a

detainee, cut the restrains off him with the safe cutting

device supplied with the restraints or with utility

shears. A reusable, red restraint training device is

available.

Shotgun Munitions Carrier

L-19. The shotgun munitions carrier (Figure L-13, page

L-14) is a 12-gauge ammunition carrier that straps to

the stock of the M12 shotgun. It allows the firer to carry

nonlethal ammunition that is readily available.

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FM 3-19.4

Figure L-12. Lightweight Disposable Restraints

Figure L-13. Shotgun Munitions Carrier

Portable Vehicle-Arresting Barrier (PVAB)

L-20. The PVAB (Figure L-14) is designed to assist with

short-term physical security of critical facilities and for

use at checkpoints. Use the PVAB to augment a vehicle

checkpoint. It adds the ability to stop any light vehicle

(up to 7,500 pounds) that attempts to flee without killing

the occupants. This device may be set up by 2 or 3

soldiers in less than an hour.

L-21. When emplaced, the PVAB resembles a standard

speed bump. When armed, the device operates within

1.5 seconds and deploys a high-tensile net that catches

the vehicle and slows it to a stop with internal braking

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FM 3-19.4

Figure L-14. Vehicle Entrapped in a PVAB

mechanisms. The net and other features prevent

occupants from fleeing the vehicle. The PVAB is best

suited for mobile, short-term vehicle checkpoints in

areas under US control where there is a threat of

terrorist-type activity and where the threat uses the

cover of noncombatants to infiltrate US AOs.

NONLETHAL MUNITIONS

L-22. The following munitions provide soldiers with a

nonlethal way to break contact, enforce a buffer zone, or

stun an individual.

12-Gauge Nonlethal Point Target Cartridge Round (M1012)

L-23. The point target cartridge round (Figure L-15,

page L-16) stuns individuals by delivering a strong blow

to the body without penetrating it. This munition allows

soldiers to enforce a buffer zone (standoff distance) with

a violent crowd, break contact, or stun an individual

target for possible detention by snatch teams. Fire the

round at the center mass of an adult subject at ranges of

10 to 30 meters. Beyond 30 meters, the projectile loses

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FM 3-19.4

accuracy and may no longer have the velocity required to

stun an individual. This round has applications in law

enforcement, I/R facilities, and US military detention

facilities.

DANGER

Shots fired at subjects closer than 10 meters or shots to

the head or groin may cause serious injury or even death.

Figure L-15. 12-Gauge Nonlethal Point Target Cartridge Round

12-Gauge Aerial Diversionary-Device Round

L-24. The aerial diversionary-device round (Figure L-16)

provides multishot nonlethal capability to distract

individuals or crowds. In crowd control, it delivers a flash

bang projectile over the heads of a violent or potentially

violent crowd, and is used to distract the crowd (in

combination with other distraction devices and troop

maneuvers). It allows other troop formations to maneuver

to positions that are more advantageous

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FM 3-19.4

L-25. The round is designed to be fired at ranges of 75 to

100 meters and is placed about 5 meters above the

crowd.

DANGER

Shots fired directly at subjects or in enclosed areas may

cause serious injury.

Figure L-16. 12-Gauge Aerial Diversionary-Device Round

12-Gauge Nonlethal Area Target Cartridge Round (M1013)

L-26. The area target cartridge round (Figure L-17,

page L-18) provides the capability to stun or deter two or

three threats by delivering a strong blow to the body

without penetrating it. This round has a wide range of

capabilities for tactical, law enforcement, I/R, and US

military detention operations.

L-27. The round is designed to be fired at the center

mass of an adult threat at ranges of 10 to 30 meters.

Weapons and Equipment L-17





FM 3-19.4

Figure L-17. 12-Gauge Nonlethal Area Target Cartridge Round

Shots fired closer than 10 meters may cause serious

injuries. The projectile loses accuracy when shot beyond

30 meters and may no longer be effective.

40-Millimeter Sponge Round (Point) (M1006)

L-28. The 40-millimeter sponge round (Figure L-18)

delivers a strong, stunning blow to a threat’s body

without penetrating it. This round has a wide range of

capabilities for tactical, law enforcement, I/R, and US

military detention operations.

Figure L-18. M1006 40-Millimeter Sponge Round

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FM 3-19.4

L-29. The round is designed to be fired at the center

mass of an adult threat at ranges of 10 to 50 meters.

WARNING

Shots fired closer than 10 meters may cause injuries.

40-Millimeter Crowd Dispersal Round (Area) (XM1029)

L-30. The 40-millimeter crowd dispersal round (Figure

L-19) delivers a strong, stunning blow to a threat’s body

without penetrating it. This round has a wide range of

capabilities for tactical, law enforcement, I/R, and US

military detention operations. In crowd control, it

provides a nonlethal capability that can be used to break

contact and enforce a buffer zone (standoff distance)

with a violent crowd.

Figure L-19. 40-Millimeter Crowd Dispersal Round (Area)

L-31. The round is designed to be fired at the center

mass of an adult threat at ranges of 10 to 30 meters.The

projectile loses accuracy when shot beyond 30 meters

and may not stun or deter the threat.

Weapons and Equipment L-19



FM 3-19.4

WARNING

Shots fired closer than 10 meters may cause injuries.

40-Millimeter Carrying Pouch

L-32. The 40-millimeter carrying pouch is slung over

the shoulder of a soldier. It provides the ability to carry

nonlethal ammunition separate from lethal rounds.

M84 Stun Grenade (Diversionary Device, Hand-Thrown)

L-33. The M84 (Figure L-20) is a hand-thrown, flash

bang, stun device used primarily by SRTs in forced-

entry scenarios. It is used for selected MOUT or crowd

control operations.

Figure L-20. M84 Stun Grenade

L-34. The M84 is designed to be thrown into a room

(through an open door, a standard glass window, or

other opening). It delivers a loud bang and a brilliant

flash that temporarily disorients and detracts the

occupants. Because of its reusable metal body, do not

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FM 3-19.4

throw it into a crowd, as it may be returned to friendly

troops in the form of a projectile. Instead, throw it into a

controlled area in conjunction with other deception and

distraction techniques.

NONLETHAL, TURRET-MOUNTED, 66-MILLIMETER

GRENADE LAUNCHER (M315) AND LIGHT VEHICLE

OBSCURATION SMOKE SYSTEM, 66-MILLIMETER,

NONLETHAL GRENADE (L96/97 XM98/99)

L-35. The LVOSS/M315 (Figure L-21) is a 66-millimeter

smoke grenade-launching platform designed to give

HMMWVs ASV M1117 the ability to obscure their

position in the same manner as armored vehicles. These

launchers can launch any of the smoke or nonlethal 66-

millimeter munition.

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LVOSS

Figure L-21. LVOSS and M315

L-36. The M315 turr et-m ounte d, 66-millimeter,

multipurpose, adjustable grenade launcher installation

kit was de velop ed to p ro vide a v ehic l e-m oun ted

nonlethal platform. The system is capable of delivering

nonlethal payloads to support a variety of mission

requirements and can be mounted on various vehicles

(M1025, M1026, M966, M114, or ASV M1117) equipped

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FM 3-19.4

with a machine gun or a TOW II missile system mount.

The system electronically fires 66-millimeter cartridges

from four adjustable firing tubes.

L-37. The LVOSS, 66-millimeter, nonlethal grenade

(L96/97 XM98/99) is an area target munition that can be

fired from the standard LVOSS/M315 launcher (Figure

L-22). It can be mounted on selected armament carrier

HMMWVs and can be fired from any 66-millimeter,

smoke-la unching system found on most armored

vehicles.

Figure L-22. LVOSS/M315 66-Millimeter Nonlethal Grenade

L-38. These rounds are designed to be fired from 80 to

100 meters. They deliver a flash bang diversionary

warning (M98), a payload of rubber nonpenetrating

projectiles (M99) (affecting a 10- to 20-meter circular

area), or CS/cinnamic acid (CA) practice below the point

of burst (L96A1/L97A1). These munitions lack the

ability to be precision-delivered and are meant to affect

a large number of people at long standoff ranges. This

provides convoys and crowd control formations a long

range support weapon to affect crowds beyond the range

of shoulder-fired nonlethal weapons. Use the rounds to

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FM 3-19.4

provide supporting nonlethal fires to crowd control

formations.

M5 Modular Crowd Control Munitions

L-39. The MCCM (Figure L-23) munition is similar in

operation to a claymore mine, but it delivers nonlethal

e f f e c t s t o t h e t h r e a t b y d e l i v e r i n g a s t r o n g ,

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submunitions (600 rubber balls). This round has a wide

range of capabilities for tactical, law enforcement, I/R,

and US military detention operations. In crowd control,

it provides a nonlethal counterpersonnel capability that

can be used to break contact, enforce a buffer zone

(standoff distance), or demonstrate a show of force.

Arrow

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FM 3-19.4

L-40. This round is designed to be fired at the center

mass of adult threats at ranges of 5 to 15 meters. It has

a shot arc covering between 60 to 80 degrees (laterally).

WARNING

Shots fired at subjects closer than 5 meters may cause

injury.

FRIENDLY COMMUNICATION, SINGLE-

CHANNEL, GROUND-TO-AIR RADIO SYSTEM

(SINCGARS)

L-41. SINCGARS is the primary communication system

for MP. It is a series of 2-way FM radio sets that use an

18-element keypad for tuning 2,320 channels. This

includes 8 preset channels in the single-channel mode

and 6 preset channels in the jam-resistant, frequency-

hopping mode. Table L-3 and Table L-4 provide the planning ranges for SINCGARS.

Table L-3. Voice Transmission Maximum Planning Ranges

Type of Radio

RF Switch Position

Planning Ranges

Manpack or

LO

200 to 400 meters

vehicular

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400 meters to 5 kilometers

HI

5 to 10 kilometers

Vehicular only

PA

10 to 40 kilometers

L - 4 2 . T o i n c r e a s e t h e t r a n s m i s s i o n r a n g e o f

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omn idi r ection a l, bi con ic a l a ntenn a desi gn ed for

broadband operation, without field adjustment, from 30

to 88 megahertz, up to 350 watts. The following is the

tabulated data transmission range of the OE-254:

•

Between two OE-254 antenna groups–

в– 

Average terrain: 36 miles (57.9 kilometers).

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FM 3-19.4

в– 

Difficult terrain: 30 miles (48.3 kilometers).

•

Between an OE-254 antenna group and a

vehicular whip antenna–

в– 

Average terrain: 30 miles (48.3 kilometers).

в– 

Difficult terrain: 25 miles (40.3 kilometers).

Table L-4. Data Transmission Maximum Planning Ranges

RF

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PA

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*Ranges are based on the line of sight and are average for

normal conditions. Ranges depend on the location, the

sighting, the weather, and the surrounding noise level,

among other factors. The use of the OE-254 antenna

increases the range for both voice and data transmissions.

Enemy jamming and mutual interference conditions

degrade these ranges. In data transmission, the use of a

lower baud rate increases the range.

THREAT WEAPONS AND EQUIPMENT

L-43. In any tactical situation, it is important that MP

be able to properly identify threat weapons, vehicles,

and aircraft. MP report threat location, activity, and

direction of travel to higher HQ by the fastest means

available.

L-44. Tables L-5 through L-12, pages L-27 through L-52,

outline the most common features of threat weapons,

Weapons and Equipment L-25

FM 3-19.4

equipment, and vehicles that MP may encounter in a

hostile environment. Special operations forces and

airborne assault, reconnaissance, and insurgent units

often use these weapons.

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Glossary

в€ћ

infinity symbol

"

inch(es)

'

foot; feet

<

more than

>

less than

В°

degree

?

unknown information

AA

assembly area

AAR

after-action review

AB

A map's reference point.

ABD

air base defense

ACE

ammunition, casualty, and equipment

ADC

area damage control

AFJI

Air Force joint instruction

AFM

Air Force manual

AFSF

Air Force security force

AGS

armored gun system

AI

area of interest

alt

alternate

ammo

ammunition

ANCD

automated net control device

Glossary-1

FM 3-19.4

AO

area of operation

AOE

Army of Excellence

AOR

area of responsibility

AP

armor piercing

APC

armored personnel carrier

APL

antipersonnel land mines

APT

armor piercing tracer

AR

Army regulation; automatic rifle (SAW)

AS

area security

ASAP

all-source analysis product

ASCC

Army service component command

ASI

addition skill identifier

ASP

ammunition supply point

ASV

armor security vehicle

AT

antitank

AT/FP

antiterrorism/force protection

ATGM

antitank guided missiles

ATTN

attention

AWOL

absent without leave

BCC

battlefield circulation control

BCOC

base cluster operations center

BDOC

base defense operations center

BDU

battle dress uniform

Glossary-2

FM 3-19.4

BHL

battle handover line

BII

basic-issue item

bldg

building

BMP

Bronevaya Maschina Piekhota,

armored vehicle, infantry

BPS

baud per second

BSA

brigade support area

BT

bomb trench

c

distance of the centerline of the road

C

clay; distance from the centerline

C2

command and control

C4

composition C4

CA

cinnamic acid; civil affairs

CAC

crossing area commander

CAM

chemical agent monitor

CANA

convulsant antidote for nerve agents

CAS

close air support

CASEVAC

casualty evacuation

CCIR

commander's critical information

requirements

cdr

commander

CERTEX

certification exercise

cGyph

centigray per hour

CI

civilian internee

Glossary-3

FM 3-19.4

CID

criminal investigation division

CL

centerline

cm

centimeter

co

company

COA

course of action

COMMEX

communication exercise

COMMZ

communications zone

CONEX

container express

CONUS

continental United States

CP

command post

CPOG

chemical protective overgarment

CPU

chemical protective undergarment

CR

Dibenz (B, f)-1, 4-oxazepine

CS

combat support; chlorobenzul-

malononitrile

CSC

crossing site commander

CSS

combat-service support

CTOC

corps tactical operations center

CTUS

customs territory of the United States

DA

Department of the Army

DAP

decontamination apparatus

DC

dislocated civilian

DCG

degrees grid north

Glossary-4

FM 3-19.4

DD

Department of Defense

Dec

December

DED

detailed equipment decontamination

DFAS-IN

Defense Finance and Accounting

Service-Indianapolis

DFC

defense force commander

DGG

degrees grid north

DGM

degrees magnetic north

DGT

degrees true north

DM

designated marksman

DNVT

digital nonsecure voice terminal

DOD

Department of Defense

DS

direct support; decontamination

solution

DS2

decontamination solution number 2

DSA

division support area

DTD

detailed troop decontamination

DTG

date-time group

DTO

division transportation office

DVO

direct-view optics

DZ

drop zones

E

east

EA

engagement area

EAC

echelon above corps

Glossary-5

FM 3-19.4

EEFI

essential elements of friendly

information

EEP

engineer equipment park

EIC

end item code

ENDEX

end of exercise

EO

executive order

EOC

emergency operations center

EPW

enemy prisoner of war

ERA

extended range artillery

ERP

engineer regulating points

FA

field artillery

FAE

fuel air explosive

FCF

field confinement facility

FDC

fire direction center

FEBA

forward edge of the battle area

FFIR

friendly force information requirements

FIST

fire support team

FLIR

forward looking infrared

FM

field manual

FMFM

fleet Marine force manual

FMJ

full metal jacket

FN

foreign nation

FO

forward observer

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FM 3-19.4

FOX

M93 NBC Reconnaissance System

FP

force protection

FPF

final protective fire

FPL

final protective line

FR

France

FRAG

fragment

FRAGO

fragmentary order

FSO

fire support officer

G

gravel; M203

G2

Assistant Chief of Staff, G2

(Intelligence)

G5

Assistant Chief of Staff, G5 (Civil

Affairs)

gal

gallon

GB

guard bunker

GE

Germany

GM

grid to magnetic

GMG

grenade machine gun

GN

grid north

GP

general purpose

GPS

Global Positioning System

GS

general support

GTA

graphic training aid

GVW

gross vehicle weight

Glossary-7

FM 3-19.4

HAVOC

Soviet mi-28 aircraft

Hd

horizontal distance

HE

high explosive

HEAT

high explosive antitank

HEDP

high explosive, dual purpose

HEI

high-explosive incendiary

HET

high-explosive tracer

HHC

headquarters and headquarters

company

HI

high

HIND

Soviet helicopter

HIP

Soviet medium lift helicopter

HMMWV

high mobility multipurpose wheeled

vehicle

HN

host nation

HOKUM

Soviet Ka-? aircraft

HOT

air-to-ground antitank missile, also call

Euromi

HTS

highway traffic section

hwy

highway

HQ

headquarters

IBCT

initial brigade combat team

ICITAP

International Criminal Investigative

Training Assistance Program

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ICM

improved conventional munitions

ID

identification

IEDK

individual equipment decontamination

kit

IFV

infantry fighting vehicle

IPB

intelligence preparation of the

battlefield

IPC

interpersonal communication

I/R

internment and resettlement

IR

infrared

IRIC

Internment Resettlement Information

Center

JRA

joint rear area

Jul

July

KBPS

kilobaud per second

km

kilometers

KPVT

Soviet 14.5-millimeter heavy machine

gun

L

location

L&O

law and order

LAW

light antiarmor weapon

lb

pound(s)

LC

line of contact

LCE

load-carrying equipment

LD

line of departure

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FM 3-19.4

ldr

leader

LMTV

light medium tactical vehicle

LO

low

LOC

lines of communication

LOGSEC

logistics security

LOTS

logistics over the shore

LP

listening post

LRA

local reproduction authorized

LVOSS

Light Vehicle Obscuration Smoke

System

LZ

landing zones

m

meter; perpendicular distance from the

center of the tape to the centerline of

the road

M

medium; mud

MANSCEN

Maneuver Support Center

MBA

main battle area

MCCM

modular crowd control munitions

MCLOS

manual command line of sight

MCO

Marine Corps orders

MCRP

Marine Corps warfighting publication

MCT

movements control team

MCWP

Marine Corps warfighting publication

MDMP

military decision-making process

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MEDEVAC

medical evacuation

MELIOS

mini eyesafe laser infrared observation

set

MEVA

mission-essential or vulnerable area

METL

mission-essential task list

METT-TC

mission, enemy, troops, terrain, time

available, and civilian considerations

MG

machine gun

MHZ

mega hertz

MI

military intelligence

MIJI

meaconing; intrusion; jamming;

interference

mil

military

MILES

multiple-integrated laser engagement

system

MILVAN

military-owned demountable container

min

minute

MLC

military load classification

MLG

mils grid north

MLM

mils magnetic north

MLT

mils true north

mm

millimeter

MMS

maneuver and mobility support

MOPP

mission-oriented protection posture

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FM 3-19.4

MOUT

military operations on urbanized

terrain

MP

military police

mph

miles per hour

MPI

military police investigation

MRE

meal, ready-to-eat

MRO

medical regulating officer

MSR

main supply route

MTMC

military traffic management command

MTF

medical treatment facility

MTP

mission training plan

MWD

military working dogs

N

north

NA

not applicable

NAAK

nerve agent auto injector kit

NAI

named area of interest

NATO

North Atlantic Treaty Organization

NBC

nuclear, biological, chemical

NBCWRS

Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Warning

and Reporting System

NCO

noncommissioned officer

NCOIC

noncommissioned officer in charge

NE

northeast

NEO

noncombatant evacuation operations

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FM 3-19.4

NGO

nongovernmental organization

NLP

nonlethal procedure

NLW

nonlethal weapons

no

number

NP

nonpersistent

NSN

national stock number

NTC

National Training Center

NVD

night vision device

NVG

night vision goggle

NW

northwest

NWP

Naval warfare publication

OB

obstruction

OC

observer/controller; oleoresin capsicum

OCOKA

observation and fields of fire, cover and

concealment, obstacles, key terrain, and

avenues of approach

OCONUS

outside the continental United States

Oct

October

OD

other detainees

OEG

operational exposure guidance

OF

observed fire

OIC

officer in charge

OP

observation post

OPCON

operational control

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FM 3-19.4

OPFOR

opposing forces

OPLAN

operation plan

OPNAVINST

Chief of Naval Operations Instruction

OPORD

operation order

OPSEC

operations security

ORP

objective rally point

OVM

on-vehicle material

P

pedestrian; artificial paving; persistent

PA

power amplifier

PAO

Public Affairs Office

PC

point of curvature

PCI

precombat inspection

PCIR

police and criminal information

requirements

PDDE

power-driven decontamination

equipment

PDF

principal direction of fire; portable

document format

PERSCOM

personnel command

PEWS

Platoon Early-Warning System

PIAP

police information assessment process

PIO

police intelligence operations

PIR

priority intelligence requirements

Glossary-14

FM 3-19.4

PKT

The standard vehicle with a mounted

light machine gun and is the basic

Soviet coaxial AFV weapon.

PL

phase line

PLGR

precision lightweight global positioning

system receiver

plt

platoon

PM

provost marshal

PMCS

preventive-maintenance checks and

services

PMO

Provost Marshals Office

POE

port of embarkation

POL

petroleum, oils, and lubricants

PRC

populace and resource control

PSG

platoon sergeant

PSYOP

psychological operations

PT

point of tangency

PVAB

portable vehicle-arresting barrier

PVO

private volunteer organization

pyro

pyrotechnics

R

radio; rock; radius of curve; radar set

R&S

reconnaissance and surveillance

RA

rocket assist

RADAR

radio detection and ranging

Glossary-15

FM 3-19.4

RADIAC

radiation detection, indication, and

computation

RAOC

rear-area operations center

RAP

rocket-assisted projectile

RCA

riot control agents

RES

radiation exposure status

RF

radio frequency

RHA

rolled hardened armor

RL

release line; railroad bridge

ROE

rules of engagement

ROI

rules of interaction

RORO

roll-on/roll-off

RP

release point; retained person

RPG

rocket-propelled grenade

RPK

squad machine gun

RTO

radio telephone operator

S

size; sand; south

S2

Intelligence Officer (US Army)

S3

Operations and Training Officer (US

Army)

S4

Supply Officer (US Army)

S5

Civil Affairs Officer (US Army)

S&I

standardization and interoperability

SACLOS

semiautomatic command line of sight

Glossary-16

FM 3-19.4

SAGGER

An AT-3 ATGM.

SALUTE

size, activity, location, unit, time, and

equipment

SAM

surface-to-air missile

SAW

squad automatic weapon

SAXHORN

A nickname for the Soviet AT-7-ATGM.

SE

southeast

SF

security forces

SINCGARS

Single-Channel, Ground-to-Air Radio

System

SIR

serious incident report

SITREP

situation report

SJA

Staff Judge Advocate

SM

soldier’s manual

SMCI

senior military customs inspector

SMG

submachine gun

SNAP

size, nature, activity, protection

SONGSTER

The nickname for the Soviet AT-8

ATGM.

SPANDREL

An AT-5 ATGM.

SPIGOT

An AT-4 ATGM.

SPIRAL

A Soviet AT-6 ATGM.

SOC

security operations center

SOFA

Status of Forces Agreement

Glossary-17

FM 3-19.4

SOI

signal operating instructions

SOP

standard operating procedure

SP

start point

SPG

self-propelled gun

SPOTREP

spot report

sqd

squad

SRT

special-reaction team

SSCO

small-scale contingencies operations

SSN

social security number

STABBER

A nickname for the Soviet AT-10

ATGM.

STANAG

standardization agreement

STX

situational training exercise

SVD

Soviet sniper rifle

SW

southwest

T

time; snow blockage

T&E

traversing and elevating

TA

training area

TACSOP

tactical standing operating procedure

TAI

traffic accident investigation

TC

training circular

TCF

tactical combat force

TCMD

transportation control and movement

document

Glossary-18

FM 3-19.4

TCP

traffic control post

TEM

training execution model

TL

team leader

TLP

troop-leading procedures

TM

technical manual

tm

team

TO

table of organization

TOC

tactical operations center

TOE

table(s) of organization and equipment

TOW

tube-launched, optically tracked, wire-

guided missile

TP

training practice

TRADOC

United States Army Training and

Doctrine Command

TRL

traffic regulating line

TRP

target reference point

TRS

transportation railway service

TSC

theater support command

TTP

tactics, techniques, and procedures

U

unit

UCMJ

Uniform Code of Military Justice

UIN

unit identification number

UK

United Kingdom

UO

urban operation

Glossary-19

FM 3-19.4

US

United States

USACIDC

United States Army Criminal

Investigation Division Command

USAF

United States Air Force

USAPA

United States Army Publishing Agency

USATSC

United States Army Training Support

Center

USCG

United States Coast Guard

USDA

United States Department of

Agriculture

USDOJ

United States Department of Justice

UTM

universal transverse mercator

UXO

unexploded ordnance

V

vehicular

Vd

vertical distance

VHS

video home system

VP

both vehicle and pedestrian

W

flooding; west

WO

warning order

Y

limited, all-weather route, significant,

serious, regular, or recurrent flooding or

snow blockage

X

all-weather route

Z

Zulu; fair-weather route

Glossary-20

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FM 3-19.4

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DA Form 5367-R. Personnel Status Report (LRA).

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DA Form 5517-R. Standard Range Cards (LRA).

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DD Form 1408. Armed Forces Traffic Ticket (Book,

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Implementation. January 2000.

Geneva Convention Relative to the Treatment of

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31 May 1997.

FM 101-5-1. O perational Terms and Graphics

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25 November 1985.

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30 September 1977.

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29 May 1998.

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7 May 1993.

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14 February 2000.

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FM 3-19.4

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Index

A

armor security vehicle, see ASV

AA, 2-14

AS, 1-2, 1-3, 5-9, 6-13, 6-16, 6-23,

6-65, 6-75, 8-3, 9-1, 9-6

actions on contact, 3-51

ASP, 6-74

active air defense measures, 3-15

assembly area, see AA

active mode, 9-3

ASV, 1-13, 2-27, 3-40, 6-54, 6-71

ADC, 6-14, 6-15, 6-16, 6-41

attack

adjust fire, 3-30, 3-34, 3-35

air, 7-31

fire team, 3-34

artillery, 6-72, 7-31

air base defense, 6-21

conduct, 6-44

MP response, 6-24

urban terrain, 6-47

ambush, 3-54, 4-48, 4-49, 4-50, 4-51,

augmentation detachment, 8-4

5-24, 6-11, 6-14, 6-22, 6-42, 6-54,

aviation, 3-32

6-68, 6-69, 6-70, 6-71, 7-31

antiarmor, 4-51

B

line formation, 4-50

L-shaped, 4-51

base defense, 6-17, 6-19, 6-40, 6-41

type, 6-54

base-cluster operations center, see

ammunion supply point, see ASP

BCOC

angle of engagement, 3-2

battle

antiterrorism, 1-4, 8-2

command, 2-1

operations, 8-20

handover, 6-56, 6-59

area

space, 2-25

tactical combat force, 6-56

call-forward, 5-6

battle handover line, see BHL

crossing, 5-6, 5-9

fire, 3-5

BCOC, 4-17

grenadier, 3-5

BHL, 5-14, 6-59, 6-60, 6-62

rifleman, 3-5

bounding overwatch, 3-44

holding, 5-7, 5-9, 5-10, 7-28,

7-29, 7-32, 8-16

breach, 1-3, 4-56, 4-59, 5-11, 6-45

reconnaissance, 6-2

ballistic, 4-56

waiting, 5-6

demolition, 4-58, 4-59

area damage control, see ADC

doorknob, 4-57

area security, see AS

hinge, 4-57

mechanical, 4-58, 4-59

Index-1

FM 3-19.4

operations, 5-26, 5-28

consolidate, 3-56

shot gun, 4-59

control measures, 5-14, 5-34, 5-35

shotgun ballistic, 4-56

defiles, 5-26

break contact, 3-56

holding areas, 5-26

special circulation, 5-26

C

TCP, 5-26

CA, 7-25, 7-27, 7-29, 7-32, 8-18

temporary route signing, 5-26

call for fire, 3-21, 6-41, 6-42, 6-43

counterreconnaissance, 6-10, 6-11,

6-12

CAS, 3-37

CP, 6-64

central collecting point, 7-4

criminal investigation division, see

checkpoint, 4-7, 6-27, 6-28, 6-29,

CID

6-30, 6-31, 6-32, 6-33, 6-35, 6-36,

6-37, 6-68, 7-26, 7-27, 7-28, 9-1,

criminal investigations, 1-5

9-3

crossing

convoy, 6-37

deliberate river, 5-2

deliberate, 6-28

retrograde, 5-3

hasty, 6-31

river, 5-3

CI, 1-4, 7-1, 7-2, 7-7, 7-8, 7-9, 7-11,

CS, 1-1

7-16, 7-18, 7-29

CS operations, 2-2

handling, 7-1

customs, 8-7

CID, 6-13, 6-86, 8-2, 8-5, 8-6, 8-9,

operations, 1-5

8-10, 9-4, 9-5

operations team, 8-14

civil affairs, see CA

US, 8-2, 8-14

civilian internees, see CI

clock technique, 3-57

D

close air support, see CAS

danger area, 3-48, 3-49, 5-24, 6-68

close column, 4-5

DC, 1-4, 1-6, 5-10, 5-15, 6-16, 6-17,

combat

7-2, 7-27, 7-28, 7-29, 9-9

load, 4-1

control, 5-1

orders, 2-20

resettlement, 7-27

combat support, see CS

deep-water port, 6-13

command post, see CP

security, 6-74

defense

commander, 2-1

air, 1-4

company, 2-1

base, 1-4

communicate, 3-58

force commander, 6-24

conduct hasty attack, 3-55, 6-44

platoon, 4-31

confinement, 1-4

Index-2

FM 3-19.4

defile, 5-14, 5-17, 5-24, 5-25, 5-30,

indirect, 3-54

5-33, 5-34, 5-35, 6-32

fire and control, 3-27

delay, 6-49, 6-50, 6-51, 6-53

fire-adjustment method, 3-34

disengage, 6-55

impact-observed, 3-34

dislocated civilian, see DC

observer-target, 3-34

fire-support officer, see FSO

division

firing

band, 6-65

central collecting point, 7-13,

from a halt, 3-2

7-14

on the move, 3-2

collecting point, 7-9

force

forward collecting point, 7-4, 7-5,

base, 6-56

7-6, 7-7, 7-15

base-cluster defense, 6-56

main CP security, 6-65

response, 6-52

military police, 1-7

tactical combat, 6-57, 6-58, 6-62,

6-63

E

force protection, see FP

enemy prisoner of war, see EPW

FP, 1-4, 1-12, 8-2, 8-4, 8-5, 8-6, 8-7,

8-8, 8-13

EPW, 1-4, 1-8, 1-10, 3-58, 4-16, 5-4,

5-9, 5-15, 5-16, 7-1, 7-2, 7-3, 7-4,

fragmentary order, see FRAGO

7-7, 7-8, 7-9, 7-11, 7-13, 7-16,

FRAGO, 2-13, 2-16, 2-20, 2-27, 6-42,

7-18, 7-20, 7-21, 7-23, 7-29, 9-9

D-1, D-3, F-6

control, 1-10

friendly positions, 3-38

evacuate

FSO, 6-62

CI, 7-15, 7-18

functional areas, 1-2

EPW, 7-15, 7-18

G

F

graphic control measures, 3-46

FA, 3-26

battery, 3-26

H

fan method, 6-5

halt, 3-45, 4-8, 4-9, 6-72, 6-73

fatal funnel, 4-60

halted target, 4-48

field artillery, see FA

hasty

field detention facilities, 7-21

attack, 3-54, 6-11, 6-43, 6-44

fighting positions, 4-29

bracketing, 3-30

fire

defense, 3-55

commands, 3-7

minefields, 4-44

control, 3-6, 6-54

herringbone formation, 3-46, 6-73

Index-3

FM 3-19.4

HN, 1-1, 1-14, 5-10, 5-18, 5-22, 5-27,

lethal force, 3-10

5-29, 6-2, 6-13, 6-21, 6-27, 6-33,

listening post, see LP

6-35, 6-36, 6-37, 6-68, 6-77, 6-81,

LP, 3-15, 4-19, 4-24, 4-26, 4-27, 4-35,

7-25, 7-27, 7-30, 7-31, 8-1, 8-8,

4-36, 4-37, 4-38, 4-39, 4-40, 6-9,

8-9, 8-11, 8-17, 8-18, 8-19, 8-21,

6-16, 6-20, 6-26, 6-41, 6-54, 6-66,

9-2, 9-7, H-1

6-74, 6-85

holding area, 5-16, 5-23, 5-25, 5-30,

5-31, 5-32, 5-34, 6-30, 6-37, 7-4,

M

7-13

main supply route, see MSR

sterile, 8-15

host nation, see HN

maneuver and mobility support, see

MMS

I

march halts, 4-12

I/R, 1-1, 1-2, 1-4, 3-10, 3-12, 7-1,

maritime environment, 6-76

7-29, 8-3, 9-1, 9-6

MDMP, 2-2, 2-3, 2-11

IBCT, 1-9

media, B-1, B-2

infiltration, 4-6

methods

initial brigade combat team, see IBCT

box, 6-4

inspection, 2-19

converging routes, 6-6

military decision-making process, see

precombat checklist, E-1

MDMP

intelligence preparation of the

battlefield, see IPB

military operations on urbanized

terrain, see MOUT

internment and resettlement, see I/R

military police investigation, see MPI

Internment Resettlement Information

Center, see IRIC

military police, see MP

IPB, 1-5, 4-20, 6-9, 9-2, 9-3, 9-4, 9-7

military prisoner handling, 7-1

IRIC, 7-16

military working dogs, see MWD

mine, 4-10, 4-12, 4-13, 4-45, 4-46,

L

4-49, 5-23, 5-24, 6-71, 6-72, 6-73,

H-1, H-2, H-4, H-5, H-6

L&O, 1-2, 1-5, 7-25, 8-1, 8-3, 8-4, 8-5,

8-6, 8-8, 8-9, 8-12, 8-19, 8-20, 9-1,

mined, 5-24

9-6, 9-8

minefield, 4-45, H-5

augmentation detachment, 8-3

MK19 gunner, 3-5

augmentation team, 8-6

MMS, 1-2, 1-3, 1-8, 5-1, 5-26, 8-3,

related training, 1-5

9-1, 9-6

law and order, see L&O

MOUT, 8-13

law enforcement, 1-5

movement, 3-41

Index-4

FM 3-19.4

execution, 5-12

4-44, 4-46, 6-9, 6-12, 6-16, 6-20,

technique, 3-42, 3-44, 4-5

6-22, 6-26, 6-41, 6-54, 6-66, 6-74,

techniques, 3-41

6-85

while in contact, 3-50

OPCON, 1-8, 5-3

MP

open column, 4-6

corps, 1-7

operate straggler posts, 5-17

desk, 8-5, 8-7, 8-8

investigation, 8-7

operation

platoon, 1-11, 1-13

breach, 5-1, 5-10, 5-14

response force, 6-24

DC, 7-27

MP investigation, see MPI

defile, 5-28

MPI, 8-4, 8-5, 8-9, 8-11

dislocated civilian, 6-22

night, 6-26

supervisor, 8-10

orders, D-2

team, 8-5

reconnaissance, 1-4

MSR, 1-3, 5-3, 5-17, 5-19, 5-20, 5-21,

river crossing, 5-10

5-25, 5-26, 5-27, 5-28, 5-29, 6-16,

operation order, see OPORD

7-4, 7-15, 7-29, H-1, I-37, I-38,

I-39, I-40

operational control, see OPCON

regulation enforcement, 5-25

operations security, see OPSEC

multinational law and order

OPORD, 2-14, 2-16, 2-19, 2-20, 3-21,

operations, 8-17

3-41, 3-60, 4-4, 5-3, 6-9, 6-33,

MWD, 3-12, 6-33, 6-75, 6-76, 8-2,

6-42, 6-52, 6-53, 6-59, 7-4, 7-5,

8-7, 8-12, 8-13, 8-20

7-15, C-7, D-1, D-2, D-3, D-5, D-6,

D-7, D-8, D-9, D-10, F-6

N

OPSEC, 2-10, 4-17, 4-20, 6-12

NLW, 3-9, 3-12, 3-13

P

nonlethal, 3-13, 4-23

PAO, B-1

options, 3-10

tactics, 3-13

passage of line, 5-1, 5-13, 5-14, 5-15,

training, 3-12

5-26, 5-30, 6-59

nonlethal weapons, see NLW

execution, 5-15

operations, 1-3

O

planning, 5-14

passive and active air defense, 3-14

observation post, see OP

passive mode, 9-6

obstacle, 2-10, 4-51, 5-10, 5-19, 5-32,

6-4, 6-29, 6-30, 6-31, 6-37, 6-45,

PCI, 2-20, C-2, E-1

6-71, 6-72

checklist, E-3

OP, 3-15, 4-19, 4-24, 4-26, 4-27,

PCIR, 9-7, 9-8

4-35, 4-36, 4-37, 4-38, 4-39, 4-40,

PIAP, 8-2, 9-2, 9-3, 9-4, 9-5

Index-5

FM 3-19.4

PIO, 1-2, 1-5, 9-1, 9-2, 9-3, 9-6

Q

platoon, 1-13

quartering party, 4-11, 4-13, 4-15,

leader, 2-27, 4-49

4-16

relocation, 4-16

platoon sergeant, see PSG

R

point

radio/telephone operator, see RTO

ambush, 4-49

range card, 4-29

fire, 3-3

reconnaissance, 6-26, I-1

police and criminal information

requirements, see PCIR

actions, 6-4

air, 2-15

police assessment process, 1-5

area, 6-3, 6-4, 6-12, 6-15, 6-16,

police information assessment

9-1

process, see PIAP

area patrol, 6-3

police intelligence operations, see

ground, 2-15

PIO

map, 2-15

populace and resource control, see

patrols, 4-46, 6-2

PRC

route, 6-12, 6-15, 6-16, 9-1, I-3,

I-4

populace control, 1-4

screening missions, 6-1

PRC, 7-1, 7-25, 7-26, 7-27, 7-28

security team, 6-2

precision clearing, 4-52

visual, 2-15

zone, 6-4, 6-12, 9-1

room, 4-53, 4-54, 4-55, 4-60

reconnoiter, 5-25

precombat-inspection checklist, see

PCI

rehearsal, 2-17

prisoner, 1-4

back-brief, 2-17

full-scale, 2-19

handling, 7-21

rock drill, 2-18

US, 7-23, 7-29

walk-through, 2-18

US military, 7-2

release line, see RL

process detainees, 7-7

release point, see RP

protection

reorganize, 3-56

force, 8-7

protective

requirements

minefield, 4-44

criminal information, 9-7

postures, 1-12

police information, 9-7

PSG, 1-11, 2-28

resource control, 1-4

psychological operation, see PSYOP

response, 6-49

PSYOP, 7-26, 8-6, 8-18, 9-4

force, 4-17, 6-20, 6-21, 6-24,

6-25, 6-39, 6-40, 6-41, 6-42,

Public Affairs Office, see PAO

Index-6

FM 3-19.4

6-43, 6-44, 6-45, 6-56, 6-59,

missions, 6-9, 6-22

6-61, 6-62, 6-63, 6-66, 6-68,

operation, 6-9

6-71

search, 6-32

restriction, 4-7

frisk, 6-34

reverse planning, 2-7

personnel, 6-33

risk management, 2-11

vehicle, 6-32

wall, 6-34

river crossing, 1-3, 5-1, 5-2, 5-5, 5-26,

sector sketches, 4-26

5-28, 5-30, 5-32, 7-20

secure railway shipments, 6-80

operation, 5-3, 5-4

RL, 5-4, 5-5

security

road march, 4-2

cargo, 6-78, 6-81

convoy, 6-67

roadblock, 4-49, 5-14, 5-17, 5-25,

corps command post, 6-65

6-17, 6-21, 6-27, 6-28, 6-30, 6-37,

external, 6-74

6-38, 7-27, 7-28, 9-1, 9-3

high-risk personnel, 6-86

ROE, 1-12, 1-13, 2-21, 2-22, 3-9,

internal, 6-74

3-12, 6-16, 6-19, 6-33, 7-26, 7-32,

local, 4-22, 6-65

8-17, 8-19, F-7

operations

ROI, 2-21, 2-22, 8-17, 8-19

area, 8-20

role

route, 8-20

personnel, 8-20

active, 1-5

physical, 1-4, 6-12, 6-13, 8-7,

passive, 1-5

8-20

route

pipeline, 6-84

classification, I-1, I-2, I-14, I-17

train, 6-79

reconnaissance, 1-3, 5-20, 5-21,

zones, 6-77

7-18

self-defense planning, 4-17

survelliance, 1-3

senior military customs inspectors,

system, 5-26

see SMCI

RP, 4-7

separate brigades, 1-8

RTO, 2-29

SITREP, 6-56, 9-9, F-6

rules of engagement, see ROE

situation report, see SITREP

rules of interaction, see ROI

situational awareness, 2-22

S

size, activity, location, unit, time, and

equipment, see SALUTE

SALUTE, 3-15, 3-53, 4-35, 5-29, 9-6,

9-9

SMCI, 8-14, 8-15, 8-17

report, 4-35

SP, 4-7

screening, 6-66

speed control, 4-8

Index-7

FM 3-19.4

spot report, see SPOTREP

traffic accident investigation, 8-2, 8-5

SPOTREP, 2-24, 2-25, 3-53, 3-56,

traffic accident investigation, see TAI

5-29, 6-71, 9-6, 9-9, H-6

traffic control, 5-25

start point, see SP

activities, 5-25

straggler, 9-9

traffic control post, see TCP

collecting point, 5-18, 5-19

training

control, 5-17

lane, 1-16

support

peacetime, 1-15

customs, 8-14

training execution model, see TEM

fire, 6-55

traveling, 3-42

suppress fires, 3-8

overwatch, 3-43

surveillance, 5-20, 6-9, 6-10, 6-26

troop-leading procedures, see TLP

troop-leading steps, 6-3

T

tactical combat force, see TCF

U

tactical operations center, see TOC

urban terrain, 4-31, 4-45, 6-27

TAI, 8-4, 8-5, 8-7, 8-12

US Army Criminal Investigation

TCF, 1-4, 3-22, 4-17, 4-20, 5-13, 6-9,

Division Command, see USACIDC

6-12, 6-21, 6-25, 6-39, 6-41, 6-42,

USACIDC, 6-86, 8-2

6-49, 6-56, 6-59, 6-60, 6-61, 6-62,

6-63, 6-64

V

TCP, 5-3, 5-6, 5-8, 5-9, 5-11, 5-13,

vehicle, 6-32

5-14, 5-15, 5-16, 5-17, 5-25, 5-27,

5-28, 5-29, 5-30, 5-34, 6-74, 7-28,

armored, 3-21

9-1, B-2, I-39

holding areas, 5-30

control measures, 5-26

team leader, 1-11

W

TEM, 1-16, 1-17, C-1, C-2

warning order, see WO

temporary route signing, 5-14, 5-15,

water obstacles, 6-26

5-16, 5-25, 7-29, I-23

waterside security, 6-76

control measures, 5-26

weapons

temporary signs, 5-9, 6-17

crew-served, 3-2

tentative plan, 2-14

wire communication, 3-61

terrain analysis, 2-7

WO, 2-13, 2-14, 2-20, 3-22, 3-26,

feature technique, 3-57

7-30, C-5, D-1

TLP, 2-3, 2-11, 2-12, 6-43, 7-30, 9-7

TOC, 2-26

Z

zone reconnaissance, 4-46

Index-8



FM 3-19.4 (FM 19-4)

4 MARCH 2002

By Order of the Secretary of the Army:

ERIC K. SHINSEKI

General, United States Army

Chief of Staff

Official:

JOEL B. HUDSON

Administrative Assistant to the

Secretary of the Army

0205305

DISTRIBUTION:

Active Army, Army National Guard, and US Army Reserve: To be distributed in accordance with the initial distribution number 111047, requirements for FM 3-19.4.





Document Outline



Cover

Change 1

Contents

Preface

Chapter 1 Military Police Overview Introduction

Military Police Functional Areas

Threat

Military Police Platoon Organization and Leadership

Force Protection (FP) Measures

Military Police Platoon Mission, Capabilities, and Limitations

Peacetime Training





Chapter 2 Battle Command Overview

Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP)

Troop-Leading Procedures

Orders and Reports

Rules of engagement and Rules of Interaction (ROI)

Situational Awareness

Command Post Operations





Chapter 3 Shoot, Move, and Communicate Shoot

Move

Communicate





Chapter 4 Combat Operations Prepare for Combat

Construct Fighting and Survivability Positions

Defend a Site

Patrols

Clearing Techniques





Chapter 5 Maneuver and Mobility Support Maneuver Support

Mobility Support





Chapter 6 Area Security Reconnaissance Operations

Area Damage Control

Base Defense

Air Base Defense

Enemy Delay

Battle Handover to a Tactical Combat Force

Critical Site, Asset, and High-Risk Personnel Security





Chapter 7 Internment and Resettlement Overview

Enemy Prisoners of War and Civilian Internee

United States Military Prisoner Handling (Field Detention Facilities)

Populace and Resource Control (PRC)

Dislocated Civilian Resettlement

Evacuation Operations





Chapter 8 Law and Order Overview

Law and Order Augmentation Detachment

Company and Platoon Level Law and Order Operations

United States Customs Support

Multinational Law and Order Operations





Chapter 9 Police Intelligence Operations Overview

Police Information Assessment Process

Police Information

Responsibilities





Appendix A Metric Conversion Chart





Appendix B Media Relations Overview

Media Interaction





Appendix C Training Execution Model Overview

Task Identification





Appendix D Orders and Reports Orders

Reports





Appendix E Precombat Inspections Modified Precombat Inspection Checklist

Precombat Inspection Checklist





Appendix F Fratricide Avoidance Fratricide

Fratricide Effects

Fratricide Causes

Fratricide Risk Assessment

Preventive Measures

Friendly Fire Incidents

Leader Responsibilities





Appendix G MK19 Qualification Tables Primary Gunner, MK19 Qualification and Zero/Practice Tables

Assistant Gunner, MK19 Firing Table, Mounted

MK19 Scorecard





Appendix H Countermine Operations Overview

Detect

Report

Mark





Appendix I Route Classification and Signing System Overview

Route Classification Formula

Calculations

Temporary Route Signing

Main Supply Route Signs

Portable Sign-Making Kit





Appendix J Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Defense Overview

Hazard Detection and Reporting

Contamination Marking

Radiological Contamination Detection and Monitoring

Chemical Agent Detection

Biological Agent Detection

Self-Defense Measures

Military Police Leaders' Responsibilities

Mission-Oriented Protection Posture Levels, Alarms, and Signals

Biological Defense

Nuclear Attack Defense

Chemical Attack Defense

Symptoms and Treatment of Casualties

Unmasking Procedures





Appendix K Civil-Disturbance Measures Overview

Civil Disturbances on Department of Defense Installations Outside the Continental United States

Crowd Behavior

Crowd Tactics

Company Level Operations

Nonlethal Munitions





Appendix L Weapons and Equipment Friendly Vehicles

Friendly Weapons

Friendly Nonlethal Equipment and Munitions

Friendly Communication, Single- Channel, Ground-to-Air Radio System (SINCGARS)

Threat Weapons and Equipment





Glossary

Bibliography

Index

Authentication





Table of Contents

Chapter 1

Military Police Functional Areas ............................. 1-2

Threat..................................................................... 1-6

Military Police Platoon Organization

Force Protection (FP) Measures .......................... 1-12

Military Police Platoon Mission,

Peacetime Training .............................................. 1-15

Chapter 2

Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP)............ 2-2

Troop-Leading Procedures .................................. 2-11

Orders and Reports .............................................. 2-20

Rules of Engagement and Rules of

Situational Awareness .......................................... 2-22

Command Post Operations .................................. 2-26

Chapter 3

Move ..................................................................... 3-40

Communicate........................................................ 3-58

Chapter 4

Construct Fighting and Survivability Positions ...... 4-24

Defend a Site ........................................................ 4-41

Patrols................................................................... 4-46

Clearing Techniques ............................................. 4-52

Chapter 5

Mobility Support .................................................... 5-19

Chapter 6

Area Damage Control ........................................... 6-14

Base Defense ....................................................... 6-17

Air Base Defense .................................................. 6-21

Enemy Delay ........................................................ 6-49

Battle Handover to a Tactical Combat Force ........ 6-56

Critical Site, Asset, and High-Risk

Chapter 7

Enemy Prisoners of War and Civilian Internee ....... 7-2

United States Military Prisoner

Populace and Resource Control (PRC) ............... 7-25

Dislocated Civilian Resettlement .......................... 7-27

Evacuation Operations ......................................... 7-29

Chapter 8

Law and Order Augmentation Detachment ............ 8-3

Company and Platoon Level Law and

United States Customs Support ........................... 8-14

Multinational Law and Order Operations .............. 8-17

Chapter 9

Police Information Assessment

Police Information................................................... 9-3

Responsibilities ...................................................... 9-7

Appendix A

Appendix B

Appendix C

Appendix D

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