Survive: Lesson 4 – Drill#1: Team CPR

Drill 1: Skills Checklists

Goal: Introduce the concepts of Incident management, team roles, intro to airsoft and milsim, intro to emergency comms, incident within an incident training

 

Drill #1 introduces new troopers to the training process, fort procedures and basic weapon and gear training. Troopers learn to manage themselves and their gear at the fort and on short excursions in the area.

 

 

Shoot:

Shoot: Lesson 1 – Team Roles

Explain your starting team role: Rifleman, Medic or RTO

 

Shoot: Lesson 2 – Introduction to Mojave Ranger Rifle & Support Teams

Explain the differences and basic missions of the Ranger Rifle and Support Teams

 

Shoot: Lesson 3 – Individual Movement

Demonstrate the low crawl, high crawl and 3-5 second rush

 

Shoot: Lesson 4 – The NCR Service Rifle

Demonstrate function checks and how to load and unload an NCR Service Rifle

 

Shoot: Lesson 5 – Service Rifle Drills

Demonstrate the basic 3-2-1 rifle drill

 

Move

Move: Lesson 1 – The Basics of Patrol Formations: How to Move Tactically Outside

Explain the 4 Standard Patrol Formations and your position for your team role

 

Move: Lesson 2 – Move Over, Through, or Around Obstacles (Except Minefields)

Safely negotiate the basic obstacle course

Move: Lesson 3 – Move Under Direct Fire

During evaluation, a trooper must move from their starting position to within 100 meters of the enemy position. Upon reaching the final position, they must occupy a firing position and engage the enemy.

 

Move: Lesson 4 – Move as a Member of a Team

To successfully “move as a member of a team,” soldiers must demonstrate the following:

• Maintain Cohesion: Keep the specified interval and position relative to the team leader.
• Situational Awareness: Constantly scan assigned sectors of fire to maintain 360-degree security.
• Communication: Use visual hand signals to pass information without making noise.
• Responsiveness: Transition smoothly between formations or into immediate action drills (like “React to Contact”) if the team is engaged

 

Move: Lesson 5 – Select Hasty Fighting Positions

• Immediate Setup: Find a natural hole or depression. If none exist, use an entrenching tool (E-tool) to scrape a prone shelter.
• Digging: Excavate dirt to a depth of about 18 inches and pile it around the front to form a parapet (a protective wall).
• Camouflage: Use grass, branches, or foliage to blend the position into the surrounding environment, ensuring no fresh dirt is visible to the enemy.

 

Communicate

Communicate: Lesson 1 – Introduction to Tactical Team Communications

Demonstrate the following,

• Brevity: Messages are kept “short and sweet” to minimize radio airtime.
• The 5 C’s of Radio: Conciseness, Clarity, Confidence, Control, and Capability.
• PACE Plan: Teams establish a Primary, Alternate, Contingency, and Emergency communication method to ensure they are never out of touch.
• Radio Discipline: Avoiding “unnecessary chatter” to keep frequencies open for mission-critical updates

 

Communicate: Lesson 2 – Tactical Hand Signals

Demonstrate the first 6 basic hand signals,

• Halt / Stop: Raise the hand upward with the palm facing forward and the arm fully extended.
• Freeze: Raise a closed fist at shoulder or ear level. While “Halt” tells a team to stop moving, “Freeze” specifically commands them to remain absolutely still and silent to avoid detection.
• Move Forward / Follow Me: Face the direction of movement, extend the arm to the rear, and swing it in an overhead arc toward the front.
• Slow Down: Extend the arm horizontally to the side with the palm down and wave the arm downward several times.
• Double Time (Hurry Up): Raise a closed fist and pump it up and down rapidly above the head or shoulder.
• Disregard / Cancel: Cross both arms at the wrists above the head with palms facing forward.

 

Communicate: Lesson 3 – Introduction to Tactical Radio

Demonstrate basic Communication Procedures & Etiquette. To maintain operational security and clarity, teams follow the “Four Golden Rules”: Clarity, Simplicity, Brevity, and Security.

• Phonetic Alphabet: Using the standard NATO phonetic alphabet (Alpha, Bravo, Charlie…) prevents misunderstanding similar-sounding letters.
• Call Signs & Pro-Words: Teams use specific call signs for identification and “pro-words” like “Over” (finished speaking, waiting for reply) or “Out” (conversation ended).
• Signal Checks: The term “5 by 5” is used to indicate a signal is both perfectly strong and clear (5 out of 5 for both strength and clarity).
• PACE Plan: Teams establish a Primary, Alternate, Contingency, and Emergency (PACE) plan to ensure communication remains possible if the main network fails or is jammed.

 

Communicate: Lesson 4 – Radio Reports

Demonstrate the Core Principles of Tactical Communication,

• Be Clear, Concise, and Correct: Use standard terminology.
• Pro-words: Use standard procedure words (e.g., “OVER,” “OUT,” “BREAK,” “SAY AGAIN”).
• Break: Use the pro-word “BREAK” to separate different lines or sections of a report.
• End with “OVER” or “OUT”: Use “OVER” if expecting a response, “OUT” if not.
• Avoid “10” codes: Use plain English or authorized acronyms.

 

Using your FRS radio, demonstrate how to call in,

• 8-Line SITREP
• SALUTE Report
• Contact Report

 

Communicate: Lesson 5 – FRS Radios for Airsoft

Explain the following concepts,

• Range and Power: FRS typically reaches 0.5 to 2 miles in real-world airsoft terrain. GMRS radios can reach much further and use up to 50 watts on specific channels.
• Antennas: FRS antennas are non-removable. GMRS allows for large, high-gain, or “tactical” folding antennas to improve reception.
• Licensing: FRS requires no license. GMRS requires a $35 fee for a 10-year license that covers an entire family, though it requires no test

 

Communicate: Lesson 6 – Basic FRS Radio Protocols

Demonstrate The 4 Golden Rules of Radio. Effective communication follows these core principles:

• Clarity: Speak slowly and clearly in a normal voice; do not shout.
• Brevity: Keep messages short and to the point to keep the channel open for others.
• Simplicity: Use plain English and avoid complex jargon or “10-codes” (like “10-4”).
• Security: Never transmit sensitive personal information, as FRS channels are entirely public.

 

Demonstrate Essential Operating Procedures,

• Listen First: Always listen for a few seconds before pressing the Push-to-Talk (PTT) button to ensure the channel is not already in use.
• Wait After Keying: Press the PTT button, wait one second for the radio to transmit the call tone, then begin speaking.
• Identify Yourself: Since FRS does not require formal FCC call signs, use clear identifiers like your name or a tactical handle (e.g., “Team 1 to Base”).
• Acknowledge Messages: Always confirm you have received and understood a message using standard pro-words.

 

Communicate: Lesson 7 – Team RTO Protocols

Demonstrate Core Responsibilities & Protocols

 

• Constant Proximity: The RTO must remain “attached at the hip” to the leader (Platoon Leader or Squad Leader) to relay orders and receive updates instantly.
• Report Management: Proficiency in standard report formats is essential, including:
  • 9-Line MEDEVAC: Requesting medical evacuation.
  • SITREP: Regular situational reports on the unit’s status.
  • COMSEC & Frequency Management: The RTO is responsible for loading Communication Security (COMSEC) keys and maintaining current frequencies and call signs.
  • Equipment Maintenance: Conducting frequent radio checks, managing battery levels, and maintaining field-expedient antennas when standard ones fail.

 

Demonstrate Radio Etiquette (Voice Discipline)

• Use Prowords: Use standardized professional words like “SAY AGAIN” (instead of “repeat”) and “OUT” (to end a transmission) to ensure clarity and brevity.
• Enunciation: Speak clearly and remove any gum, dip, or snacks before transmitting.
• Security Discipline: Never transmit sensitive information over unsecured (plain text) frequencies.

 

Survive

Survive: Lesson 1 – First Aid as Team Training

Explain the 6 Team Roles and your specific job during a first aid scenario

 

Survive: Lesson 2 – Mojave Desert Survival

Explain The Rule of Threes

• You can survive three minutes without breathable air
• You can survive three hours without shelter (including adequate clothing) in harsh environments. Summer in the Mojave is one of the harshest environments on Earth.
• You can survive three days without drinkable water
• You can survive three weeks without food

 

Survive: Lesson 3 – Our Desert: The Mojave

Explain the following,

• Day/Night temperature variations
• Wind and Haboobs: how to indicate the prevailing wind
• Shade and shelter

 

Survive: Lesson 4 – Drill#1: Team CPR

Demonstrate the CPR Team Drill

 

Survive: Lesson 5 – How to do CPR

On a CPR manikin, demonstrate the steps to perform CPR

 

Airsoft/Milsim/Special Topics

AMSP: Lesson 1 – What is Airsoft and Milsim?

Explain the Milsim concepts used at Fort Edwards,

• Immersion: Fallout-themed, post-apocalyptic LARP.
• Role-Playing: Players assume specialized roles like Medics, Radio Operators, or Squad Leaders, each with unique rules and responsibilities.
• Logistics: Multi-day events require players to manage their own food, water, and sleep, often camping in the field while maintaining security.
• Equipment Rules: Limits are often placed on ammunition (e.g., using “low-cap” magazines that hold only 30 rounds) to prevent unrealistic “spraying”.

 

AMSP: Lesson 2 – 3rd SOB Military Simulation

Explain the basic concepts of the 3^rd SOB military simulation,

• Rank and military courtesy
• Close Order Drill
• Saluting rules
• Promotion and award ceremonies

 

AMSP: Lesson 3 – Basic Airsoft Gun Maintenance

Demonstrate the Core Maintenance Routine. These steps apply to almost all airsoft platforms (AEGs, Gas, and Spring):

• Clean the Inner Barrel: Do this after every game or every 1,000 rounds. Use a cleaning rod with a small patch of lint-free cloth or paper towel dampened with a few drops of isopropyl alcohol.
  • Crucial: Turn the hop-up completely off before cleaning to avoid damaging the bucking.
• Technique: Gently insert the rod and twist as you move it down the barrel. Repeat with dry patches until they come out clean.
• Lubrication: Use 100% pure silicone oil for rubber seals and O-rings, and silicone or lithium grease for metal-on-metal moving parts.
  • Warning: Never use petroleum-based lubricants like WD-40, as they will corrode rubber and plastic components.
• Exterior Wipe Down: Use a soft microfiber cloth to remove dirt, dust, and fingerprints. This prevents external grime from making its way into the internals.
• Tighten Screws: Regularly check for and tighten any loose screws or pins, which can vibrate loose during firing.

 

Demonstrate proper Maintenance by Platform Type

Platform Key Maintenance Tasks,

• AEG (Electric) Battery Care: Unplug and remove batteries after play. Store LiPo batteries at ~50% charge.
• Spring Tension: Fire a few shots in semi-auto before storage to decompress the main spring.
• GBB (Gas) Magazine Seals: Leave a small amount of green gas in the magazine to keep O-rings pressurized and lubricated.
• Slide Rails: Apply a thin layer of grease to the rails where the slide meets the frame for smooth cycling.
• Spring-Powered Avoid Dry Firing: Excessive dry firing can cause undue stress on the internal piston and cylinder.
• Lubricate the Bolt: Keep the bolt-action smooth by lightly greasing the bolt and guide rod.

 

AMSP: Lesson 4 – The Incident Command System (ICS): IS 100 online class

Complete the FEMA IS100 online course.

 

Incident Within an Incident

IWI: Lesson 1 – What is an ‘Incident Within an Incident’?

Demonstrate understanding of the IWI protocols,

IWI Procedures (Per IRPG):

• Declare Emergency: Immediately notify the team that an “IWI” (or “medical emergency”) has occurred, requesting a clear channel.
• Use 8-Line Report: Follow the 8-line structure to convey:
  • Mission (Radio silence, clear channel).
  • Location (Geographic).
  • Patient Name & Number.
  • Patient Condition (Red/Yellow/Green).
  • Method of Transportation.
  • Other pertinent info (e.g., medical tools needed).

 

IWI: Lesson 2 – 9-Line MEDEVAC Request

Team Medics will use the 9-Line Medevac Request to simulate a casualty who needs evacuation as part of the immersive military simulation. Casualties are extracted to a patrol base treatment area or back to Fort Edwards.

 

Explain the 9-Line MEDEVAC Request as used for the military simulation, NOT a real IWI

 

IWI: Lesson 3 – 9-Line Medevac Request Example

Explain the Medevac examples used and whether they go to a patrol base treatment area or need to be extracted back to the fort for higher level treatment.

 

IWI: Lesson 4 – The 8 Forms

Explain the 8 Forms used by 3^rd SOB for player accountability.