Observation Techniques
What is remaining motionless?
Avoid all unnecessary movement while observing.
What is SALUTE?
Size, Activity, Location, Unit, Time, Equipment.
What is avoiding noise during movement?
Stepping over objects, not on them.
What is column formation?
Raising one arm vertically and circling it.
What is squad?
Moving hand up and down toward leader.
What is the off-center vision method?
Looking 6–10 degrees to the side of an object at night.
What is camouflage?
Using materials to blend into surroundings.
What is popping the corner?
Crawling up to a corner without exposing yourself.
What is echelon left/right?
Extending one arm downward at 45 degrees.
What is platoon?
Making large circles with both arms.
What is the scanning method?
A slow, side-to-side visual technique to reduce illusions.
What is the purpose of a SALUTE report?
Reporting enemy information quickly and accurately.
What is the back crawl?
Moving on your back using shoulders and heels.
What is skirmishers left/right?
Extending both arms out horizontally.
What is close up?
Bringing arms together in front of body.
What is the strip method?
Observing in overlapping strips from near to far.
What is concealment?
Hides you from enemy observation but offers no protection.
What is the night walk technique?
Placing your heel down first when walking.
What is wedge formation?
Arms extended downward at 45 degrees.
What is dismount/take cover?
Extending arm outward and lowering it.
What are concealment and silhouette reduction techniques?
Staying in shadows and avoiding skylines.
What is cover?
Protects from bullets and explosions.
What is the high crawl?
Keeping your body off the ground while crawling.
What is fire team?
Placing arm across chest.
What is hasty ambush left/right?
Thrusting fist in a direction repeatedly.