1. Chapter 4 EXECUTION As of 14 Jan 00

2. Enabling 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.

3. Roles in Executing Training H 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

4. Roles in Executing Training H 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 AFM 25-101 Pg 4-2

5. Roles in Executing Training H 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

6. Prepare to Train H Prepare yourself. H Prepare your resources. H Prepare the training support personnel. H Prepare the soldier. FM 25-101 Pg 4-3

7. Present the Training H Demonstration Method ­Preferred method of presentation ­Soldier sees task performed correctly. ­Stimulates soldier interest ­Leader is the primary trainer. ELO BFM 25-101 Pg 4-5

8. Present the Training H Lecture Method ­Least preferred ­Little discussion ­No performance-oriented training ­Limited time ­Little soldier knowledge ELO B FM 25-101 Pg 4-5

9. Present the Training H Conference Method ­Trainer leads soldier discussion. ­Soldiers are familiar with subject. ­More than one correct answer ­Time is not critical. ELO BFM 25-101 Pg 4-5

10. Pre-Combat Checks H Detailed final checks that all units conduct before and during combat operations H The key to ensuring trainers and soldiers are adequately prepared to execute training H Are the bridge between pre- execution checks and executing training ELO CFM 25-101 Pg 4-4

11. Perform the Training H 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. H 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. FM 25-101 Pg 4-6

12. Stages of Training Soldiers Initial Training (Learning Tasks) Practice each task step Practice each task step Practice task steps in sequence Practice task steps in sequence Practice complete task until done correctly Practice complete task until done correctly Refresher Training (Training to Standard) Practice to training objective standards Practice to training objective standards Practice with more realism Practice with more realism Learn transfer skills which link other tasks Learn transfer skills which link other tasks Work as crews or small units Work as crews or small units Sustainment Training (Training with Realism) Practice collectively to maintain peak proficiency Practice collectively to maintain peak proficiency Practice under conditions simulating actual combat Practice under conditions simulating actual combat Develop effective team relationships Develop effective team relationships ELO D FM 25-101 Pg 4-6

13. Initial Training (Learning Tasks) Initial Training (Learning Tasks) Sustainment Training (Training with Realism) Sustainment Training (Training with Realism) Refresher Training (Training to Standard) Refresher Training (Training to Standard) Stages of Training Leaders/Trainers Talk through and demonstrate each task Supervise step- by-step practice Coach frequently Control environment Walk through task using more realism Walk through task using more realism Increase complexity Increase complexity Demonstrate authorized field expedients Demonstrate authorized field expedients Participate as a leader or small unit Participate as a leader or small unit Observe, coach, and review Observe, coach, and review Add realism and complexity Add realism and complexity Combine tasks Combine tasks Sustain optimum unit effectiveness Sustain optimum unit effectiveness Review soldier and collective performance Review soldier and collective performance Practice leader tasks Practice leader tasks Work with soldiers as a team Work with soldiers as a team Coach and teachsubordinateleaders ELO D FM 25-101 Pg 4-6

14. Keys to Success H Concentration on the fundamentals H Live fire exercises H Night and adverse weather training H Drills H Lane training H Competition H Post operations checks FM 25-101 Pg 4-7

15. Concentration on the Fundamentals H MOVE H SHOOT H COMMUNICATE H SUSTAIN H SECURE FM 25-101 Pg 4-7

16. Live Fire Exercises H Replicate battlefield conditions H Develop confidence and esprit de corps H Reinforce discipline and safety H Provide combined arms synchronization H Foster an understanding of combat ELO E FM 25-101 Pg 4-7

17. Night and Adverse Weather H Advantage in combat operations H Proficiency with limited visibility equipment H 24-hour operations H Reverse cycle training ELO F FM 25-101 Pg 4-7

18. Drills H Drills pay off in combat H Battle drill ­Collective action rapidly executed without applying a deliberate decision-making process H 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 H Platoon and below FM 25-101 Pg 4-8

19. Lane Training H Company/team and lower H Efficient use of terrain to train selected tasks H Multiechelon H Externally supported, resourced, and evaluated H Narrow focus on most critical tasks H Effective way to standardize tactics, techniques, and procedures FM 25-101 Pg 4-8

20. Competition H Achievement of the Army standard H Increasingly difficult conditions H Recognition of soldiers who exceed the standards H Recognition is proportional H Stimulation of interest and morale FM 25-101 Pg 4-9

21. Post Operations Checks H Accomplished at the end of training H SOP H Vary depending on type of training H Examples Ž Soldier/sensitive item accountability Ž Closure report Ž Ammunition/equipment turn-in Ž Maintenance Ž Training assessment Ž Soldier recovery Ž Chain of command inspection of soldiers and equipment FM 25-101 Pg 4-9

22. Exercises H Method of training executed H Multiechelon H Combined arms H Realistic H Train as you will fight MAPEXTEWTFCXCPXLCXSTXCFXFTXLFXMAPEXTEWTFCXCPXLCXSTXCFXFTXLFX ELO H FM 25-101 Pg 4-9

23. Chapter 4 Summary Keys to Success H Prepare and publish detailed operations and training plans. H Integrate concurrent and opportunity training into the training plans. H Plan and conduct detailed pre-execution checks. H Conduct thorough reconnaissance and rehearsals. H Ensure soldiers know the training objectives and the tasks, conditions, and standards to be trained. H Maintain unit integrity and soldier accountability.

24. Chapter 4 Summary Keys to Success (continued) H Conduct detailed pre-combat checks during execution. H Ensure junior leaders are qualified, coached through the planning and conduct of critical training events (weapons ranges, LFXs). H Ensure commanders and CSM/1SG are present to supervise and coach junior leaders, and to participate in training. H Ensure leaders lead by example and are the first to qualify, meet, or exceed expected standards. H Ensure leaders always conduct AARs during and after training to maximize training benefit.