ATP-3-09-12 Field Artillery Counterfire and Weapons Locating Radar Operations Download
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Field Artillery Counterfire/Weapons Locating Radar Sections and Personnel 26 October 2021 ATP 3-09.12 3-3 PLATOON HEADQUARTERS 3-12. The TAP HQ consists of the platoon leader and the platoon sergeant. The duties of the platoon leader and platoon sergeant are listed in the following two paragraphs. Target Acquisition Platoon Leader 3-13. The platoon leader of the TAP is responsible for the training, readiness, and maintenance of the platoon WLR equipment. The platoon leader supervises the movement, positioning, and emplacement of the WLRs. The platoon leader develops the platoon into an effective fighting force capable of performing its combat mission. Other duties include: Performs necessary tactical and technical coordination for FA WLRs and data collection systems, including communications, encryption and UAS interrogation keys (multi-mission radars), security, force protection, positioning, logistics, and administration. Maintains a status of FA WLRs and informs the commander and counterfire officer when necessary. Advises the commander and staff on the technical considerations affecting the employment of WLRs and recommends the general locations of radar sites and search azimuths. Monitors the mission support requirements of all WLRs within the supported area. Assists in the selection of radar sites. Reviews and consolidates requisitions for tools, repair parts, supplies, and equipment. Inspects maintenance of platoon vehicles and equipment. Monitors the terrain management plan for the positioning of each WLR section. Maintains communications between the section, BN and the counterfire HQ. Performs necessary tactical coordination for WLRs in the AO. Assists in the development of the RDO using the DA Form 5957. Target Acquisition Platoon Sergeant 3-14. The platoon sergeant of the TAP is the senior enlisted advisor to the platoon leader and must be prepared to assume the duties and responsibilities of the platoon leader. The platoon sergeant ensures that WLR personnel are trained to perform all procedures used during combat operations. The platoon sergeant is responsible for the maintenance, logistics, and discipline of the platoon. The platoon sergeant works in close coordination with the platoon leader to ensure unity of effort. Other responsibilities consist of the following: Mentors and evaluates each WLR section chief. Coordinates survey support for the platoon. Coordinates and recommends general position areas and search areas in accordance with the commander's guidance and intent. Supervises maintenance and training of the WLR sections. Participates in the development of RDO. Maintains the WLR maintenance status chart. Manages all administrative actions for the radar platoon in conjunction with the counterfire NCO and section chief. Prepares and maintains accountability charts for all essential repair parts stockage list. Coordinates higher level maintenance for unserviceable equipment. Weapons Locating Radar Section 3-15. The WLR sections for each radar are different. The personnel that make up the different radar sections and their duties are listed as follows.