Chain of Command
1
When was the NCO support channel formally recognized?
20 December 1976
2
What is Sergeant's Business?
To train
and lead soldiers
3
What is a Sergeant?
A leader
4
Explain the Chain of Command
The succession of commanders superior to
subordinates through which command is exercised
5
Define Responsibility
Being
accountable for what you do
6
How does the Chain of Command support the NCO support channel?
By
legally punishing those who challenge a sergeant's authority
7
Define Duty.
Duty is a
legal or moral obligation to do what should be done without being told to do it
8
What is the role of the CSM?
Senior
Enlisted Advis or to the Battalion commander
9
How does a Commander exercise command?
Through
subordinate commanders
10
When was the position of Sergeant Major of the Army established?
4 July 1966
11
Is the CSM in the Chain of Command?
No (but
he supervises the NCO support channel)
12
What are key elements of command?
Authority
and Responsibility
13
What is the NCO Support Channel?
It is the
channel of communication that reinforces the Chain of Command
14
What must a Sergeant have in order to accomplish Sergeant's Business?
The Skill, ability and Leadership to train soldiers for combat and lead them into combat
15
Who is the only member of both your chain of command the your NCO support channel?
Your
first line supervisor, section, squad or team leader
