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EMERGENCY RESUPPLY
Figure 8-3. Example of in-position resupply method
Sustainment
8-53. Occasionally (normally during combat operations), DRT units have such an urgent need for resupply
that they cannot wait for a routine LOGPAC. Emergency resupply involves Classes III, V, and VIII, as well
as CBRN equipment and, on rare occasions, Class I. Emergency resupply is conducted using either the
service station or tailgate method, but more often the in-position method. The fastest appropriate means is
normally used although procedures might have to be adjusted if using certain resupply techniques might
compromise the mission. For DRT units operating at extended distances, emergency resupply by air should
be considered.
8-54. Emergency resupply begins at section and platoon level by redistribution of supplies. The PSG
reports his need for emergency resupply to the 1SG, who relays the request to the squadron S4. The unit’s
combat maintains a small load of Class III and V for these situations. The S4 coordinates a linkup between
the combat trains and the troop 1SG. The 1SG meets the resupply trucks and moves back to the troop AO.
The 1SG and troop XO choose a resupply point that is just behind the troop position and masked by terrain
from threat direct fire and observation.
PRESTOCKAGE OPERATIONS
8-55. Prestock resupply, which includes pre-positioning and caching, is most often required when DRT
elements support defensive operations and when DRT elements conduct missions of longer duration.
Pre-Positioned Supplies
8-56. Prestock operations must be carefully planned and executed at every level. All leaders know the
exact locations of prestock sites, which they verify during reconnaissance or rehearsals. The troop takes
steps to ensure survivability of the prestock supplies. These measures include digging in prestock positions
and selecting covered and concealed positions. The DRT commander must also have a plan to remove or
destroy pre-positioned supplies to prevent the enemy from taking them.
Caches
8-57. A cache is a pre-positioned and concealed supply point. It can be used in any operation. Caches are
an excellent tool for reducing the Soldier's load and can be set up for a specific mission or as a contingency
measure. Cache sites have the same characteristics as an ORP or patrol base, with the supplies concealed
above or below ground. An above ground cache is easier to get to, but is more likely to be discovered by
the enemy, civilians, or animals. A security risk always exists when returning to a cache. A cache site
should be observed for signs of enemy presence and secured before being used; it may have been boobytrapped
and might be under enemy observation.
8-58. In the offense, advance elements may set up a cache along the intended route of advance to the
objective. Caches may also be set up in the AO to support continuous operations without allowing the
enemy to locate the troop through air or ground resupply. Soldier's load considerations may limit the size of
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