ORGANIZATION FOR COMBAT

Responsibilities.

a. PLATOON LEADER (PL)

1) Responsible for everything the platoon does or fails to do.

2) Operates on BN CMD and PLT net (TF Scout platoon) or Troop CMD and PLT net (BRT).

3) Keep CDR informed.

4) Develop maneuver, fire, and observation plan to execute platoon’s assigned missions.

5) Coordinate with adjacent units/platoons and maintain contact throughout operation.

6) Have a thorough knowledge of reconnaissance and security operations.

7) Be an expert in enemy organizations, doctrine and equipment.

8) Be versatile, able to exercise sound judgment and make effective, quick decisions based on the tactical situation and the commander’s intent.

b. PLATOON SERGEANT (PSG)

1) Operate on BN CMD and PLT net (TF Scout platoon) or Troop CMD and PLT net (BRT).

2) Assume control of platoon in absence of PL.

3) Submit all digital and voice admin/log reports. Responsible to consolidate platoon’s LOGSTAT/PERSTAT and forward it to 1SG.

4) Supervise rearm, refuel, maintenance, and feeding of platoon.

5) Supervise evacuation of platoon casualties, KIAs and POWs.

c. SECTION LEADERS

1) Responsible for tactical employment and control of section.

2) Responsible for maintenance and operation of all vehicles and equipment organic and attached to section.

3) Responsible for the training and combat readiness of their sections.

4) Operate on PLT and Section nets. BPT switch section net to higher net (TF CMD, Troop CMD).

5) Consolidate and send section LOGSTAT/PERSTAT to PSG.

d. SQUAD LEADER

1) Responsible for tactical employment and control of squad.

2) Responsible for maintenance and operation of vehicle and equipment.

3) Responsible for the training and combat readiness of their squad.

4) Operate on PLT and Section nets. BPT switch section net to higher net (TF CMD, Troop CMD).

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