

Coordinates directly with the platoon leader for medium machine gun base-of-fire effects, and plans accordingly. Recommends medium machine gun employment to the platoon leader. What are the responsibilities of the Infantry weapons squad leader? -Controls fires and establishes fire control measures. Understands the mission and commander's intent two levels up (platoon and company). Assumes duties as the platoon sergeant or platoon leader as required. Operates in al environments to include the urban environment. Employs digital mission command systems available to the squad and platoon.

Communicates timely and accurate SITREPs and status reports. Selects the fire team's general location and temporary sector of fires in the defense. Fights the close fight by fire and movement with two fire teams and available supporting weapons. Controls the movement of the squad and its rate and distribution of fire (including call for and adjust fire. Uses control measures for direct fire, indirect fire, and tactical movement effectively. Knows weapons erects, surface danger zones, and risk estimate distances for all munitions. Is the subject matter expert for the squad's organic weapons employment, and employment of supporting assets. How many Soldiers does an Infantry squad consist of? 9 What are the responsibilities of the Infantry rifle squad leader? -Is the subject matter expert on all battle and individual drills. The Infantry rifle platoon and squad can deploy worldwide and conduct unified land operations. TERMS IN THIS SET (26) What is the mission of the Infantry Platoon and Squad? Infantry rifle platoons and squads are optimized to conduct offensive, defensive, and stability or defense support of civil authorities' tasks.
