Perform Duties as Convoy Commander Exercises
Introduction
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1. Start initial planning steps
2. Schedule convoy commander’s briefing with the battalion S3
3. Attend convoy commander’ briefing, take notes, and update maps
4. Prepare convoy commander’s checklist
5. Conduct a map reconnaissance to select and mark routes/sites not dictated by higher headquarters
6. Conduct a ground reconnaissance if time permits and note on the map clearances of overhead structures/obstacles; load classifications; speed limits; and rest, mess, and refueling sites that would safely accommodate convoy personnel and equipment
7. Review reconnaissance map and make final selection of primary and alternate routes, and rest, mess, and refueling areas
8. Give a copy of the map with all convoy information marked on it to the battalion S3 and request a clearance if not already initiated. Also request that a move be plotted and a copy of the movement graph be issued
9. Coordinate to obtain artillery support with artillery unit
10. Mark on the map the range limitations of each artillery unit
11. Plan/coordinate with the escort and security elements (military police units), security fire support, air support, and convoy communications needs
12. Direct the placement of guides and signs along the convoy route
13. Issue work assignments to subordinate element commanders and brief them on performance standards required
14. Direct the operation section to prepare strip maps and/or overlays (as required)
15. Prepare for vehicle movement
16. Prepare the convoy briefing
17. Hand out strip maps and brief convoy personnel on the situation, mission, execution, administration and logistics, and safety
18. Give signal/order to start engines.
19. Give signal/order to move out
20. Maintain organizational control
21. Direct at-halt activities, monitor activities in progress, and make on-the-spot corrections
22. Give signal/order to reform and start engines
23. Give signal/order to move out
24. Direct the off-loading of cargo/equipment at release point, as required
25. Inform higher headquarters of the convoy status
26. Inform fire support unit(s) of the convoy status
27. Evaluate task performance, noting personnel performance
28. Prepare convoy commander’s report and give a copy to higher headquarters

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