Chapter 4Chapter 4

EXECUTIONEXECUTION

As of 14 Jan 00

Enabling Learning ObjectivesEnabling Learning Objectives

A. Explain the role of the commander, senior NCOs, and small unit leaders in executing training.

 B. Identify and discuss the preferred and least preferred methods of training and explain when the conference method is used.

 C. Define pre-combat checks and describe their relationship to pre-execution checks.

 D. Explain the role of the soldier and leader/trainer in the initial, refresher, and sustainment stages of training.

E. Explain the benefits of conducting live fire training exercises.

F. Explain the benefits of conducting night and adverse weather training exercises.

G. Explain when, where, and why post-operations checks are performed.

H. Briefly describe the various exercises used to conduct multi-echelon, combined arms training.

Roles in Executing TrainingRoles in Executing Training Commanders must:

Protect training from distracters.

Enforce 4-6 week lock-in of training.

Ensure completion of pre-execution and pre-combat checks.

Provide resources.

Monitor use of resources.

Participate in training.

Ensure training is conducted to standard.

Evaluate training using training objective based on T and EOs.

Assess soldier, leader, and unit performance.

ELO A FM 25-101 Pg 4-2

Roles in Executing TrainingRoles in Executing Training Senior NCOs ensure:

Detailed checks and inspections are conducted at the start and during execution (precombat checks).

Prerequisite training is completed and preliminary training is focused and executed to standard.

NCO leaders are trained (train the trainer). Appropriate number of tasks are scheduled for

training. Training is conducted to standard. Time is planned for retraining. Soldiers are properly motivated and well-led. Accountability of soldiers is maintained.

ELO A FM 25-101 Pg 4-2

Roles in Executing TrainingRoles in Executing Training

Small unit leaders: Account for their soldiers. Ensure training is conducted to standard. Are prepared to conduct opportunity

training. Know unit’s and soldiers’ training needs. Plan and request appropriate time to train to

standard. Identify/conduct appropriate prerequisite

training.

ELO A FM 25-101 Pg 4-3

Prepare to TrainPrepare to Train

Prepare yourself.Prepare your resources.Prepare the training support personnel.Prepare the soldier.

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Present the TrainingPresent the Training

Demonstration Method Preferred method of presentation Soldier sees task performed

correctly. Stimulates soldier interest Leader is the primary trainer.

ELO B FM 25-101 Pg 4-5

Present the TrainingPresent the Training

Lecture Method Least preferred Little discussion No performance-oriented training Limited time Little soldier knowledge

ELO B FM 25-101 Pg 4-5

Present the TrainingPresent the Training

Conference Method Trainer leads soldier

discussion. Soldiers are familiar with

subject. More than one correct answer Time is not critical.

ELO B FM 25-101 Pg 4-5

Pre-Combat Checks Pre-Combat Checks

Detailed final checks that all units conduct before and during combat operations

The key to ensuring trainers and soldiers are adequately prepared to execute training

Are the bridge between pre-execution checks and executing training

ELO C FM 25-101 Pg 4-4

Perform the TrainingPerform the Training Identify the Army standard and demand it be

achieved. Allow time to retrain

If retraining cannot be done immediately, ensure soldiers understand the task was not performed to standard and will be retrained.

Tailor conditions to the unit/soldier level of training As proficiency increases, make conditions

progressively more difficult.

Add realism and complexity as rapidly as possible.

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Stages of TrainingSoldiers

Stages of TrainingSoldiers

Initial TrainingInitial Training(Learning Tasks)(Learning Tasks)

• Practice each Practice each task steptask step• Practice task Practice task steps in steps in sequencesequence• Practice Practice complete task complete task until done until done correctlycorrectly

Refresher TrainingRefresher Training(Training to (Training to Standard)Standard)

• Practice to Practice to training objective training objective standardsstandards• Practice with Practice with more realismmore realism• Learn transfer Learn transfer skills which link skills which link other tasksother tasks• Work as crews Work as crews or small unitsor small units

Sustainment Sustainment TrainingTraining

(Training with (Training with Realism)Realism)

• Practice Practice collectively to collectively to maintain peak maintain peak proficiencyproficiency• Practice under Practice under conditions conditions simulating actual simulating actual combatcombat• Develop effective Develop effective team relationshipsteam relationships

ELO D FM 25-101 Pg 4-6

Initial TrainingInitial Training(Learning Tasks)(Learning Tasks)

Initial TrainingInitial Training(Learning Tasks)(Learning Tasks) Sustainment TrainingSustainment Training

(Training with Realism)(Training with Realism)

Sustainment TrainingSustainment Training(Training with Realism)(Training with Realism)

Refresher TrainingRefresher Training(Training to (Training to Standard)Standard)

Refresher TrainingRefresher Training(Training to (Training to Standard)Standard)

Stages of TrainingLeaders/Trainers

Stages of TrainingLeaders/Trainers

• Talk through and demonstrate each task

• Supervise step-by-step practice

• Coach frequently

• Control environment

• Walk through task Walk through task using more realismusing more realism

• Increase Increase complexitycomplexity

• Demonstrate Demonstrate authorized field authorized field expedientsexpedients

• Participate as a Participate as a leader or small unitleader or small unit

• Observe, coach, Observe, coach, and reviewand review

• Add realism and Add realism and complexitycomplexity

• Combine tasksCombine tasks

• Sustain optimum unit Sustain optimum unit effectivenesseffectiveness

• Review soldier and Review soldier and collective performancecollective performance

• Practice leader tasksPractice leader tasks

• Work with soldiers Work with soldiers as a teamas a team

Coach andCoach andteachteachsubordinatesubordinateleadersleaders

ELO D FM 25-101 Pg 4-6

Keys to SuccessKeys to Success

Concentration on the fundamentalsLive fire exercisesNight and adverse weather trainingDrillsLane trainingCompetitionPost operations checks

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Concentration on the FundamentalsConcentration on the Fundamentals

MOVE SHOOTCOMMUNICATE SUSTAIN SECURE

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Live Fire ExercisesLive Fire Exercises

Replicate battlefield conditionsDevelop confidence and esprit de corpsReinforce discipline and safetyProvide combined arms synchronizationFoster an understanding of combat

ELO E FM 25-101 Pg 4-7

Night and Adverse WeatherNight and Adverse Weather

Advantage in combat operationsProficiency with limited visibility

equipment 24-hour operationsReverse cycle training

ELO F FM 25-101 Pg 4-7

DrillsDrillsDrills pay off in combatBattle drill

Collective action rapidly executed without applying a deliberate decision-making process

Crew drill Collective action that the crew of a weapon

or piece of equipment must perform to use the equipment; a trained response to a particular situation

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Lane TrainingLane TrainingCompany/team and lowerEfficient use of terrain to train selected

tasksMultiechelonExternally supported, resourced, and

evaluatedNarrow focus on most critical tasksEffective way to standardize tactics,

techniques, and procedures

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CompetitionCompetition

Achievement of the Army standard Increasingly difficult conditionsRecognition of soldiers who exceed the

standardsRecognition is proportional Stimulation of interest and morale

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Post Operations ChecksPost Operations Checks Accomplished at the end of training SOP Vary depending on type of training Examples

Soldier/sensitive item accountability Closure report Ammunition/equipment turn-in Maintenance Training assessment Soldier recovery Chain of command inspection of soldiers and equipment

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ExercisesExercises

Method of training executed Multiechelon Combined arms Realistic Train as you will fight

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Chapter 4 SummaryKeys to SuccessChapter 4 SummaryKeys to Success

Prepare and publish detailed operations and training plans.

Integrate concurrent and opportunity training into the training plans.

Plan and conduct detailed pre-execution checks. Conduct thorough reconnaissance and rehearsals. Ensure soldiers know the training objectives and the

tasks, conditions, and standards to be trained. Maintain unit integrity and soldier accountability.

Chapter 4 SummaryKeys to Success (continued)

Chapter 4 SummaryKeys to Success (continued) Conduct detailed pre-combat checks during execution. Ensure junior leaders are qualified, coached through

the planning and conduct of critical training events (weapons ranges, LFXs).

Ensure commanders and CSM/1SG are present to supervise and coach junior leaders, and to participate in training.

Ensure leaders lead by example and are the first to qualify, meet, or exceed expected standards.

Ensure leaders always conduct AARs during and after training to maximize training benefit.