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Select a Temporary Fighting Position
071-326-0513 You must select a temporary fighting position when at an overwatch position, after initial movement into a tentative defensive position, at a halt during movement, or upon receiving direct fire. CONDITIONS: Selected a firing position that protected you from enemy observation and fire, and allowed you to place effective fire on enemy positions without exposing most of your head and body. STANDARDS: Performance Steps 1. Choose a position that takes advantage of available cover and concealment 2. Choose a position that allows you to observe and fire around the side of an object while concealing most of your head and body. 3. Choose a position that allows you to stay low when observing and firing, whenever possible. 4. Choose a position with a background that does not silhouette you against the surrounding environment. 5. Follow your leader's directions after your initial selection of a temporary battlefield position.