REACT TO INDIRECT FIRE (07-3-D9504) CONDITIONS (CUE) (Dismounted)— The unit is moving, conducting operations. Any Ranger gives the alert, "Incoming," or a round impacts nearby. (Mounted)—The platoon/section is stationary or moving, conducting operations. The alert, "Incoming," comes over the radio or intercom, or rounds impact nearby. This drill begins when any member announces "Incoming," or when a round impacts. STANDARDS (Dismounted)— Rangers immediately seek the best available cover. Unit moves out of area to the designated rally point after the impacts. (Mounted)—If moving when they receive the alert, drivers immediately move their vehicles out of the impact area in the direction and distance ordered. If stationary when they receive the alert, drivers start their vehicles and move in the direction and distance ordered. The unit leader reports the contact to higher headquarters. PERFORMANCE MEASURES 1. Dismounted a. Any Ranger announces, "Incoming!" b. Rangers immediately assume the prone position or move to immediate available cover during initial impacts. c. The unit leader orders the unit to move to a rally point by giving a direction and distance. d. After the impacts, Rangers move rapidly in the direction and distance to the designated rally point. e. The unit leader reports the contact to higher headquarters. 2. Mounted a. Any Ranger announces, "Incoming!" b. Vehicle commanders repeat the alert over the radio. c. The leader gives the direction and linkup location over the radio. d. Rangers close all hatches if applicable to the vehicle type; gunners stay below turret shields or get down into vehicle. e. Drivers move rapidly out of the impact area in the direction ordered by the leader. f. The unit leader reports the contact to higher headquarters. Supporting Products The Infantry Rifle Platoon and Squad (FM 3-21.8) The SBCT Infantry Rifle Platoon and Squad (FM 3-21.9) Warrior Ethos and Soldier Combat Skills (FM 3-21.75)
