U.S. Army 1SG Board Most Possible 1SG Board Questions Part 2

Ensures Army Professionals use their Expertise on behalf of the American People and Only in Accordance with the Law

1. Humane treatment of Detainees Encourages Enemy Surrender and thereby reduces friendly losses; nothing Emboldens Enemy Resistance like the belief that U.S. forces will Kill or Torture Prisoners

2. Humane treatment of Noncombatants reduces their Antagonism toward U.S. Forces and may lead to Valuable Intelligence

3. Leaders make Decisions in Action fraught with Consequences. If leaders lack an Ethical foundation, those Consequences can adversely affect Mission Accomplishment

4. Leaders who accept Misconduct, or far worse, Encourage it, Erode Discipline within the unit which destroys unit cohesion and esprit de corps

5. Soldiers must live with the Consequences of their Conduct

“While we are Guarding the Country, we must accept being the Guardian of the Finest Ethics; the country needs it and we must do it.”

respect for our History and Tradition and Committed to the Highest Standards of Individual and Collective Excellence

through the practice of Customs, Traditions, and Ceremonies

the Behavior Tempered by High Standards of Conduct and Performance and Reflects the Self-Control necessary in the Face of Temptation, Obstacles, and Adversity, and the control to do the Harder Right instead of the Easier Wrong76. Q. What is Pride?A: recognition that Obstacles, Adversity, and Fear can be Mastered through Discipline and Teamwork

with Judgment, Expertise, and Experience to Create Military and Civilian Professionals

Pride, a Sense of Accomplishment in doing a good job or seeing a Subordinate Develop, and shared values

through Mission Focus, Technical and Tactical Proficiency, Teamwork, and ultimately Cohesion on the Battlefield

1. Counter Terrorism and Irregular Warfare

2. Deter and Defeat Aggression

3. Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction

4. Operate Effectively in Cyberspace

5. Operate Effectively in Space

6. Maintain a Safe, Secure, and Effective Nuclear Deterrent

7. Defend the Homeland and Provide Support to Civil Authorities8. Provide a Stabilizing Presence9. Conduct Stability and Counterinsurgency Operations10. Conduct Humanitarian, Disaster Relief, and other Operations

the Tactical Tasks that the Army conducts to Improve Conditions for Noncombatants within Areas of Operations outside the United States

Providing Security, Exercising Control, and Providing Life-Sustaining Support such as Food and Water

the Broad Measure of the Army’s utility based on the Recognition that while we can forecast, we Cannot Predict the Next Conflict, Disaster, or Humanitarian Crisis

Depth in the Army means the Army has Combat-Ready Regular Army Forces combined with an Ability to Mobilize, Deploy, and Employ our Reserve Components

Versatility means the Army has a diverse mix of Capabilities, Formations, and Equipment allows the Army to Tailor Forces to the needs of the Combatant Commanders

1. Depth

2. Versatility

3. Unmatched Experience to the Joint Force

The Process of Influencing People by Providing Purpose, Direction, and Motivation to Accomplish the Mission and Improve the Organization

1. Learn

2. Think

3. Adapt as well as Communicate Fully, Honestly, and Candidly up, down, and laterally

All who Served and are Serving, Reminding each American that our place today as the world’s Preeminent Landpower was not achieved quickly or easily but Built on the Sacrifices from the Revolution through today

14 June 1775

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Consolidation I, Global War on Terrorism, Iraqi Governance, Iraqi Surge, Liberation of Afghanistan, Liberation of Iraq, National Resolution, Transition of Iraq

Wear and Appearance of Army Uniforms and Insignia

part of his or her Professionalism

Proper wear of the Army uniform

1. To ensure Soldiers possess the minimum quantities of uniforms and that uniforms fit properly and are serviceable

2. To ensure Soldiers wear only authorized insignia and awards

3. To ensure Soldiers wear only uniform and heraldic items produced by certified manufacturers, and they meet the specifications for quality and design

includes Soldiers’ physical fitness and adherence to acceptable weight standards in accordance with AR 600–9

Chapter 3

1. Mohawk

2. Horseshoe

3. Tear Drop

No; They only need to be Clean-Shaven When in Uniform, or in Civilian clothes On Duty

length that extends no more than 1 inch from the scalp, (excluding bangs)

No Shorter than ¼ inch from scalp

Bangs must not fall below the eyebrows, may not interfere with the wear of all headgear, must lie neatly against the head, and not be visible underneath the front of the headgear

small plain scrunchies (elastic hair bands covered with material), barrettes, combs, pins, clips, rubber bands, and hair/head bands

large, lacy scrunchies; beads, bows, or claw or alligator clips; clips, pins, or barrettes with butterflies, flowers, sparkles, gems, or scalloped edges; and bows made from hairpieces

A single pony tail centered on the back of the head is authorized in physical fitness uniforms, except when considered a safety hazard. It is not required to be worn above the collar

1. Extremist

2. Indecent

3. Sexist

4. Racist

Extremist tattoos or brands are those affiliated with, depicting, or symbolizing extremist philosophies, organizations, or activities

No more than 4

combat, utility, hospital duty, food service, physical fitness, field, or organizational

Black Only; no other colors are authorized

(1) In connection with the furtherance of any political or commercial interests, or when engaged in off-duty civilian employment.
(2) When participating in public speeches, interviews, picket lines, marches, rallies, or public demonstrations, except as authorized by the first O–5 in the chain of command.
(3) When attending any meeting or event that is a function of, or is sponsored by, an extremist organization.
(4) When wearing the uniform would bring discredit upon the Army, as determined by the Commander.
(5) When specifically prohibited by Army regulations.

(1) Headgear is not required if it would interfere with the safe operation of military vehicles. Wearing military headgear is not required while in or on a privately owned vehicle (to include a motorcycle, bicycle, or convertible automobile), a commercial vehicle, or on public conveyance (such as a subway, train, plane, or bus).
(2) Soldiers will not wear headgear indoors, unless under arms in an official capacity, or when directed by the commander, such as for indoor ceremonial activities.
(3) Male and female Soldiers are not required to wear headgear to evening social events (after retreat) when wearing the Army service and dress uniforms or the mess and evening mess uniforms.

Chapter 4

1. Marksmanship

2. Combat and Special Skill badges

3. Identification badges

4. Foreign badges

Army Command Policy

Chapter 6

EO Program formulates, directs, and sustains a comprehensive effort to maximize human potential and to ensure fair treatment for all persons based solely on merit, fitness, and capability in support of readiness

1. Provide EO for military personnel and Family members, both on and off post and within the limits of the laws of localities, states, and host nations

2. Create and sustain effective units by eliminating discriminatory behaviors or practices that undermine teamwork, mutual respect, loyalty, and shared sacrifice of the men and women of America’s Army

Any action that unlawfully or unjustly results in unequal treatment of persons or groups based on race, color, gender, national origin, or religion

The right of all persons to participate in, and benefit from, programs and activities for which they are qualified

A negative feeling or dislike based upon a faulty or inflexible generalization (that is, prejudging a person or group without knowledge or facts) example is thinking that someone with a southern accent is unintelligent or uneducated because they speak slower

Any attitude or action of a person or institutional structure that subordinates a person or group because of skin color or race

complaints that allege unlawful discrimination or unfair treatment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, and national origin

Formal and Informal

any complaint that a Soldier or Family member does not wish to file in writing

directly by the individual, with the help of another unit member, the commander or other person in the complainant’s chain of command

1. Someone in a higher echelon of the complainant’s chain of command

2. Inspector General

3. Chaplain

4. Provost marshal

5. Medical agency personnel

6. Staff judge advocate

7. Chief, Community Housing Referral and Relocation Services Office

No except for a Chaplain or Lawyer

a complainant files in writing and swears to the accuracy of the information and Formal complaints require specific actions, are subject to timelines, and require documentation of the actions taken

Bear true faith and allegiance to the U.S. Constitution, the Army, your unit and other Soldiers. Bearing true
faith and allegiance is a matter of believing in and devoting yourself to something or someone. A loyal
Soldier is one who supports the leadership and stands up for fellow Soldiers. By wearing the uniform of the
U.S. Army you are expressing your loyalty. And by doing your share, you show your loyalty to your unit.

Fulfill your obligations. Doing your duty means more than carrying out your assigned tasks. Duty means being able to accomplish tasks as part of a team. The work of the U.S. Army is a complex combination of missions, tasks and responsibilities—all in constant motion. Our work entails building one assignment onto another. You fulfill your obligations as a part of your unit every time you resist the temptation to take “shortcuts” that might undermine the integrity of the final product.

Treat people as they should be treated. In the Soldier’s Code, we pledge to “treat others with dignity and respect while expecting others to do the same.” Respect is what allows us to appreciate the best in other people. Respect is trusting that all people have done their jobs and fulfilled their duty. And self-respect is a vital ingredient with the Army value of respect, which results from knowing you have put forth your best effort. The Army is one team and each of us has something to contribute.

Put the welfare of the Nation, the Army and your subordinates before your own. Selfless service is larger than just one person. In serving your country, you are doing your duty loyally without thought of recognition or gain. The basic building block of selfless service is the commitment of each team member to go a little further, endure a little longer, and look a little closer to see how he or she can add to the effort.

Live up to Army values. The Nation’s highest military award is The Medal of Honor. This award goes to Soldiers who make honor a matter of daily living—Soldiers who develop the habit of being honorable, and solidify that habit with every value choice they make. Honor is a matter of carrying out, acting, and living the values of respect, duty, loyalty, selfless service, integrity and personal courage in everything you do.

Do what’s right, legally and morally. Integrity is a quality you develop by adhering to moral principles. It requires that you do and say nothing that deceives others. As your integrity grows, so does the trust others place in you. The more choices you make based on integrity, the more this highly prized value will affect your relationships with family and friends, and, finally, the fundamental acceptance of yourself.

Face fear, danger or adversity (physical or moral). Personal courage has long been associated with our Army. With physical courage, it is a matter of enduring physical duress and at times risking personal safety. Facing moral fear or adversity may be a long, slow process of continuing forward on the right path, especially if taking those actions is not popular with others. You can build your personal courage by daily standing up for and acting upon the things that you know are honorable.

Code of Conduct, Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) Training

Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape

Geneva Convention of 1949

If captured, individual soldiers must live, act, and speak in a manner that leaves no doubt that they adhere to:

(1) Traditions of the U.S. Army.
(2) Their mission of resisting enemy attempts at interrogation, indoctrination, and other exploitation.

(1) Rank and leadership.
(2) Military bearing.
(3) Order and discipline.
(4) Teamwork and devotion to fellow soldiers.
(5) The duty to defeat enemies of our country at all times

1. I am an American fighting man, I serve in the forces which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense.

2. I will never surrender of my own free will. If in command I will never surrender my men while they still have the means to resist.

3. If I am captured I will continue to resist by all means available. I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy.

4. If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith with my fellow prisoners. I will give no information nor take part in any action which might be harmful to my
   comrades. If I am senior I will take command. If not, I will obey the lawful orders of those appointed over me and will back them up in every way.

5. When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am required to give name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability.I will make no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies or harmful to their cause.

6. I will never forget that I am an American fighting man, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.

Military Customs and Courtesies but the Official Title is “Salutes, Honors and Visits of Courtesy”

(1) In civilian attire.
(2) Engaged in routine work if the salute would interfere.
(3) Carrying articles with both hands so occupied as to make saluting impracticable.
(4) Working as a member of a detail, or engaged in sports or social functions where saluting would present a safety hazard.
(5) In public places such as theaters, churches, and in public conveyances.
(6) In the ranks of a formation.

Sustainment.

Logistics, personnel services and health services.

Sustainment Warfighting Function is related tasks and systems that provide support and services to ensure freedom of action, extend operational reach, and prolong endurance

Logistics is planning and executing of the movement and support of forces.

Integration, anticipation, responsiveness, simplicity, economy, survivability, continuity and improvision.

Integration is combining all of the elements of sustainment (tasks, functions, systems, processes, organizations) to operations assuring unity of command and effort

Synchronization, Timeliness, Stewardship, Accuracy and Consistency

the synchronization, coordination and integration of activities

Operating forces are those forces whose primary missions are to participate in combat and the integral supporting elements thereof

Our Noble Calling to Serve the Nation

1. Serve the nation

2. Uphold the Army Ethic

3. By living the Army Values in the performance of duty and all aspects of life

1. Ensure we take the right actions and make the right decisions

2. Care for Army Professionals and Families

3. Motivate and inspire

1. Legal Institutional

2. Legal Individual.

3. Moral Institutional.

4. Moral Individual.

1. The Constitution

2. Title 5, 10, 26 of U.S. Code

3. Treaties of which the U.S is party to

4. Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA)

5. Law of Armed Conflict

Demonstrated ability to perform duties successfully and to accomplish the mission with discipline and to standard

Dedication to adherence to the Army Values and the Profession’s Ethic as consistently and faithfully demonstrated in decision and actions

Resolve to contribute Honorable Service to the Nation, to perform duties with discipline and to standard and to strive to successfully and ethically accomplish the mission despite adversity, obstacles, and challenges

1. Trust

2. Military Expertise

3. Honorable Service

4. Esprit de Corps

5. Stewardship of the Profession

Is the bedrock upon which we develop our relationship with the American people and is a vital element in each of the other characteristics. Without trust, the Army Profession cannot succeed

The design, generation, support, and ethical application of landpower

How the Army applies landpower to accomplish the mission

How the Army accomplishes the mission the right way

How the Army understands and operates in a multi-cultural, complex world

How the Army recruits, develops, and inspires Army professionals

The winning Spirit within the Army Profession, embedded in the culture, sustained by traditions and customs, fostering cohesive and confident units with the courage to persevere

Our special responsibilities to the Army Profession and to the American people

1. responsible and duty-bound to not only complete today’s mission, but also those of the future

2. We must ensure our profession is always capable of fulfilling whatever missions our Nation gives us

3. We have the responsibility to ensure, through stewardship, the present and future effectiveness of the profession

A member of the Army Profession who meets the Army’s professional certification criteria (competence, character, and commitment).

An Army professional’s demonstrated ability to successfully perform their duties and to accomplish the Mission with discipline and to standard

An Army professional’s dedication and adherence to the Army Values, and the Profession’s Ethic as consistently and faithfully demonstrated in decisions and actions

The resolve of Army professionals to contribute Honorable Service to the Nation, to perform their duties with discipline and to standards, and to strive to successfully
and ethically accomplish the mission despite adversity, obstacles, and challenge

Evaluation standards for all ranks, Officer, Warrant Officers, and Enlisted

NCO Evaluation Report

the rated Soldier’s name, indicate the effective date for each designated rating official

no later than 90 days after the “THRU” date of the evaluation report

1. Performance evaluations

School evaluations

Soldier’s duty performance, potential assessments and promotion potential

the Soldier’s performance and accomplishments while attending a school or course

Initial counseling will be conducted within 30 days after the beginning of the rating period, and quarterly thereafter, for NCOs

part IV, block a.

mandatory and optional

differences relating to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, or national origin is prohibited

1. Change of Rater

2. Annual

3. Extended Annual

4. Change of Duty

5. Depart Temporary Duty, Special Duty, or Temporary Change of Station

6. Temporary Duty, Special Duty, or Temporary Change of Station

7. Relief for Cause

8. Complete the Record

Army Command Policy

Sexual Harassment/Assault Response Prevention

Chapter 7 & 8

1. Create a climate that minimizes sexual assault incidents, which impact Army personnel, Army civilians, and family members, and, if an incident should occur, ensure that victims and subjects are treated according to Army policy

2. Create a climate that encourages victims to report incidents of sexual assault without fear

3. Establish sexual assault prevention training and awareness programs to educate Soldiers

4. Ensure sensitive and comprehensive treatment to restore victims' health and well-being

5. Ensure leaders understand their roles and responsibilities regarding response to sexual assault victims, thoroughly investigate allegations of sexual assault, and take appropriate administrative and disciplinary action

I. A.M. STRONG

Intervene, Act, Motivate

It is the Army’s campaign to combat sexual assaults by engaging all Soldiers in preventing sexual assaults before they occur

Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH)

1. promotion

2. Awards

3. favorable assignment

4. disciplining or relieving a subordinate who refuses sexual advances

5. threats of poor job evaluation for refusing sexual advances

1. Direct approach

2. Indirect approach

3. Third party

4. Chain of command

5. Filing a formal complaint

twice each year

Restricted and Unrestricted

Restricted reporting allows a Soldier who is a sexual assault victim, on a confidential basis, to disclose the details of his/her assault to specifically identified individuals and receive medical treatment and counseling, without triggering the official investigative process

Unrestricted reporting allows a Soldier who is sexually assaulted and desires medical treatment, counseling, and an official investigation of his/her allegation to use current reporting channels (for example, the chain of command or law enforcement), or he/she may report the incident to the SARC or the on-call VA

only those personnel who have a legitimate need to know

the SARC, a VA, or a healthcare provider, a chaplain

chain of command, law enforcement or report the incident to the SARC

The British, French and Prussian Armies

The Blue Book

The First Sergeant enforced discipline and encouraged duty among troops, maintaining the duty roster, making morning report to the company commander and keeping the company descriptive book

A book the 1SG carried that contained administrative files names of everyone in the company and their professional history (AWOLs, work habits, promotions, etc.)

They are important because they define character traits that help develop and maintain discipline

1. What is the organization’s mission?

2. How does this mission fit in with the mission of the next higher organization?

3. What are the standards the organization must meet?

4. What resources are available to help the organization accomplish the mission?

5. What is the current state of morale?

6. Who reports directly to you?

7. What are the strengths and weaknesses of your key subordinates and the unit?

8. Who are the key people outside the organization who support mission accomplishment? (What are their strengths and weaknesses?)

9. When and what do you talk to your soldiers about?.

specified duties, directed duties and implied duties

The duty you have to follow Directives such as Army regulations, Department of the Army (DA) general orders, the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), soldier’s manuals, Army Training and Evaluation Program (ARTEP) publications and MOS job descriptions specify the duties

Directed duties include being in charge of quarters (CQ) or serving as sergeant of the guard, staff duty officer, company training NCO and NBC NCO, where these duties are not found in the unit’s organization charts

These duties may not be written but implied in the instructions. They’re duties that improve the quality of the job and help keep the unit functioning at an optimum level

being accountable for what you do or fail to do

means you are accountable for your personal conduct

the right to direct soldiers to do certain things and the legitimate power of leaders to direct soldiers or to take action within the scope of their position

command authority and general military authority

the authority leaders have over soldiers by virtue of rank or assignment

Noncommissioned officers’ command authority is inherent with the job by virtue of position to direct or control soldiers

authority extended to all soldiers to take action and act in the absence of a unit leader or other designated authority

the Army has found that some soldiers, if allowed to, will become careless and lax in the performance of minor barrack duties in their unit. They become accustomed to conditions in their immediate surroundings and overlook minor deficiencies

1. Conducts the daily business of the Army within established orders, directives and policies.

2. Focuses on individual training, which develops the capability to accomplish the mission.

3. Primarily involved with training and leading soldiers and teams.

4. Ensures each subordinate team, NCO and soldier are prepared to function as a effective unit and each team member is well trained, highly motivated, ready and functioning.

5. Concentrates on standards of performance, training and professional development of NCOs and enlisted soldiers.

6. Follows orders of officers and NCOs in the support channel.

7. Gets the job done

plan, make decisions and program future training and operations

1. Military Expertise; Our Ethical Application of Landpower

2. Honorable Service; Our Noble calling to Service and Sacrifice

3. Trust; The Bedrock of our Profession

4. Esprit de Corps; Our Winning Spirit

5. Stewardship of the Profession; our Long Term Responsibility

1. Military Expertise

2. Honorable Service

3. Esprit de Corps

4. Stewardship

All Army Leaders, Civilian and Military of the Profession being stewards of the trust between the Army and the American People

Trust

Distrubition Platoon, Transportation Platoon, Headquarters Platoon, Maintenance Platoon,

Move it, fuel it or fix it, we will make it happen!