Warrior Skills Level 1 - Leader Development for Army Professionals

Performance Steps
i. Load ammunition (as directed) in crew-served weapon. Ensure spare
ammunition containers are located and secured per vehicle load plan.
j. Mount (as required) all communications equipment and ensure all items
are secure and locked to the vehicle. Leave key(s) in the lock while vehicle is
occupied to allow for quick removal in case of vehicle rollover or other accident.
If the movement tracking system or other satellite-based
communications/tracking system is installed, ensure that system is powered up
and operational.
k. Check vehicle intercom system (if installed) to ensure all components
are present and in working order.
l. If the driver's vision enhancer (DVE) is installed on vehicle, ensure that
the system is operational.
m. If vehicle is a cargo-carrying vehicle and is to be loaded for mission,
ensure that it is loaded according to vehicle load plan by placing large, heavier
items on bottom, weight is distributed even, and total of load does not exceed
vehicle load limitations. Ensure load compatibility prior to loading. Load must
be secured well using appropriate serviceable tie down devices.
n. If vehicle is a prime mover, ensure that the trailer or semitrailer is
prepared in accordance with items 1a, b, c, d, f, and l above.
o. Ensure that convoy control number is displayed on all sides of vehicle
in accordance with convoy commander's guidance.
2. Harden the vehicle (vehicle without armor kit).
a. Ensure all armor kit components are installed well as required by
mission.
b. Ensure all combat locks (if installed) are configured as required by SOP
for mission.
c. If directed, harden the fuel tank by inserting steel plates under the
straps.
d. Harden vehicle doors using steel plates.
e. If possible, place sandbags under the driver and passenger seats of the
vehicle.
f. Cover the sandbags with rubber or fiber mats to prolong the life of the
sandbags and to reduce risk of injury from sand and fragments.
g. Attach steel plate to the cab floor of the vehicle, and cover it with
sandbags.
h. Stack sandbags to the top of the steel plating, using a wood frame to
support them.
i. Attach steel plates to the sides of the beds of troop-carrying vehicles to
protect troops.
j. Cover the bed of troop-carrying vehicles with steel plate and a double
interlocking layer of sandbags.
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