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ROE or RUF build upon that core training base. The WG ensures early ROE or RUF
development. Key points are as follows:
(1) At a minimum, J-2, J-3, J-5, and SJA representatives attend (other participation
may vary according to the mission).
or JPG.
(2) The initial focus of effort is in support of the overall planning effort by the J-5
(3) Develop ROE or RUF early in the planning process (before or during COA
development).
(4) Consideration of ROE or RUF issues is critical to the COA analysis process.
Prepare for war gaming of COAs in the same manner as an opposition force cell by
predicting probable ROE or RUF impact on operation planning and by discussing political
and military aspects of the mission statement and forecasting probable ROE or RUF
restrictions and allowances for use of force. Proposed ROE or RUF must be modified as
necessary to support the mission objectives accomplishment.
(5) Gather threat indicators and decision points during COA development that will
become the basis for drafting, requesting, or issuing mission-specific ROE or RUF.
(6) Draft mission-specific ROE or RUF in the OPORD, appendix 8 (Rules of
Engagement) to annex C (Operations).
(7) Develop or review for uniformity and compliance with the ROE or RUF the
tools for tracking, interpreting, and training these rules.
for training.
appropriate.
(a) Use ROE or RUF pocket cards (unclassified, if possible) at the unit level
(b) Post the current ROE or RUF in force to secure Web pages or portals as
(c) Develop ROE or RUF situation vignettes for use in training.
(8) Oversee ROE or RUF dissemination and training.
(9) React to component requests for mission-specific ROE or RUF.
(10) Generate mission-specific ROE or RUF requests based on the changing threat
or mission.
(11) Participate in other cross-functional staff elements where ROE or RUF
expertise is required. An example is the FP WG.
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