(5) Danger Area (Large). (a) Lead squad halts the platoon, and signals danger area. (b) The platoon leader moves forward with RTO and FO and confirms danger area. (c) The platoon leader confirms danger area and establishes near and far side rally points. (d) PL designates direction of movement. (e) PL designates change of formation as necessary to ensure security. NOTE: Platoon leader will plan for fires at all known LDA crossing sites. Nearside security in overwatch will sterilize signs of the patrol. NOTE: Before point man steps into danger area, PL and FO adjust targets to cover movement. NOTE: If far side of danger area is within 250 meters, PL establishes overwatch, and designates lead squad to clear woodline on far side.