VOLUME I Multinational Maritime Tactical Instructions and Procedures

MTP 1(D), Vol. I
(h) A contact viewed by imaging radar whose image quality provides indicators that are
consistent with a type of enemy unit.
c. Possible Target. A contact that has a lower degree of recognition than that required for
probable. The confidence of the recognition must be amplified as follows:
(1) High Confidence — A contact which satisfies only one of the criteria required for probable.
(2) Low Confidence — A contact which has indications that it may satisfy the criteria and further
investigation is required.
6244 IDENTIFICATION
The identification process includes the assignment of one of the six standard identities to a detected
contact (hostile, suspect, unknown, neutral, assumed friend, friend). The assignment of a standard identity
will be executed by the appropriate or designated authority, based upon the available data (mostly
localization and/or recognition data) and a set of rules (identification criteria), laid down by the appropriate
authority. Table 6-1 provides examples of identification methods and criteria.
6245 DISSEMINATION
The dissemination process overlaps the previous four phases and includes the use of data links,
voice communications, and messages in order to transfer data of contacts between two or more units/
platforms.
6246 — 6249 SPARE
6250 SCOUTING
6251 INTRODUCTION
The considerations and processes described in the previous paragraphs are applicable to all areas of
warfare. However, each type of warfare has its own special features which will impact on the methods and
processes for compiling the plot. It is the responsibility of the OTC and/or delegated authorities to
promulgate specific instructions for different warfare areas in advance as stated in Chapter 1.
6252 AIM
The aim of scouting is the observation, either systematic or not, of the surrounding environment
executed by all available means in a particular area.
6253 SCOPE
a. In maritime warfare, the generic term “scouting” is used to describe all surveillance and
reconnaissance activities as indicated in Figure 6-1.
b. Only tactical scouting will be considered since strategic scouting is beyond the purpose of this
publication.
c. Scouting operations may be tasked against any vehicle or area. However, since deployed
maritime forces have a continuous need for information about the enemy or potential enemy, they are
constantly engaged in tactical surveillance and reconnaissance, and thus units may contribute to scouting
whether or not specifically tasked. Scouting operations are designed to investigate, detect, identify,
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