Recruit Training Command Procedures
| This is the Document Release Information | |
| Article Number: | 7CAV-R-010 / 7CAV-RTC-001 |
| Scope: | 7th Cavalry Recruit Training Command Procedures |
| Version: | Version 1.0 |
| Effective Date: | 12JAN2014 |
| Last Modified Date: | DDMMMYYYY |
| Approving Authority: | Unknown |
| Point of Contact: | CPT Malloy, Charlie |
THIS DOCUMENT MAY NOT BE EDITED WITHOUT RTC APPROVAL.
Section 1: Initial Contact
(Assigning Enlistees/Folder Creation/Welcome Letter/BCP)
Assigning Enlistees to a DI
- Go to Enlistment Applications and check for any accepted applications.
- Once Enlistment is accepted put in enlistment paper "Assigned Drill Instructor: <RNK.DI-NAME>" after checking & updating DI Assignments.
- Lock Topic & Proceed to the Recruit Folder Form
- Move Application into Completed Enlistments Thread
Creating a Folder
Watch the video below on how to create a folder if you are unsure.
Copy and paste from the Example Recruit Folder at the Recruit Folder forums and fill out all required areas.
Do not forgot to check & Assign a Bootcamp Class Number to your Recruit when creating the form.
Send the Bootcamp Package
Once Folder is created you need to send a Boot Camp Package to the Enlistee & DI's to notify them of assignment.
Use the following Format:
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The PM topic should be: Boot Camp Package Class XXX/XX/XX (class number) 1.1 - Introduction Hello Recruit! You have now been assigned a Drill Instructor. From this point on we you will be in constant communication with your assigned Drill Instructor, until your graduation from Bootcamp. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact your assigned Drill Instructor or any other Drill Instructor over TeamSpeak, or on the Forums using the Private Message system. Your assigned Drill Instructors as listed: <RCT.LAST.F> - <DI.LAST.F> RTC INTERNAL USE ONLY: <RCT.LAST.FIRST> 1.2 - BCT Process 1.3 - Briefing/Mods Setup 1.4 - Bootcamp 1.5 - Bootcamp Days and Times NOTE: As a Trooper you have a period of 10 Days to complete Bootcamp. Zulu Reference Chart: http://www.scc-ares-races.org/generalinfo/utcchart.html Regards, |
Section 2: The Briefing
(Assigning Enlistees/Folder Creation/Welcome Letter/BCP)
Full Briefing
This is given to the recruit pre-bootcamp to ensure they know exactly what they are getting into.
Once briefed, update their folder accordingly.
Ensure they know the following:
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The Active Duty Roster - Tell the recruit he will be expected to know these names: All Games
ARMA III
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive
Insurgency
MILPACS- Cover the following topics:
Personnel Action Form - Cover each of the sections briefly.
Explain the difference between LOA and ELOA. Emphasize if they are going to miss a regimental meeting they must inform via PM their Chain of Command. Rules Of Engagement - Cover their games sections briefly. General Orders - Cover all general orders briefly. Code of Conduct - Cover all topics briefly. Teamspeak 3 Policy - Cover all topics briefly. |
Schedule Bootcamps
Once you have briefed the Recruit be sure to get him assigned to a bootcamp time & Date:
- Check the Bootcamp Schedule find appropriate times.
- Recommend a Time & Date which is; suitable for you, suitable for the Recruit & does not over-populate a Bootcamp.
- Once a time is agreed update the schedule with "RNK.RCTLAST.RCTFIRST - RNK.DILAST.DIFIRST"
- ATTEND YOUR OWN BOOTCAMPS! (Or arrange other DI to be present)
- The minimum time between the briefing and a Boot camp is 24h.
- Move the folder into the Bootcamp Scheduled subforum.
Updating Folders
For info on how to properly update a folder see below: Use the following Format
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Title Modifiers - These should be added to the end of a folder title separated with a vertical bar or "pipe" (|) to quickly indicate the recruit's status:
Format and Exceptions - Use the form below for ALL FOLDER UPDATES unless otherwise noted:
DATE: TEMPLATE DESCRIPTION
DATE: <Post> which indicates the update applies to the same date as the post, or the standard format <31DEC11> EXCEPTIONS - The messages below may be posted without using the standard form above (color coding not required):
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NOTE: Folders MUST be updated every 48 hours however if the RCT is scheduled this is not mandatory.
Section 3: Bootcamp Instructions
(Oral Exam/Conducting Bootcamp/Sending Survey)
Administer Oral Exam
This should be done just before the bootcamp begins.
- Tests - Rotate through all three exams for each game.
- Record their score - They must score 7/10 or better to proceed to bootcamp.
Conduct A Bootcamp
A fully qualified Drill Instructor must be present for each bootcamp.
- Times - Use the bootcamp schedule to find appropriate times
- Do not use a time other than the times posted there.
- During official times RTC>Section Practices>Everything else.
- During un-official times Section Practices>RTC>Everything else.
- Setup - Use the your game's script as a guide for how to properly prepare the server.
- Do not select a tabbed slot unless you have completed the associated training (i.e. Ranger)
- During the rifle range, do not drive vehicles near the range.
- Scripts - Scripts for each game are listed below:
The Final Word
IF A GENERAL IS ONLINE - OFFER FIRST TO THEM THIS OPPORTUNITY
THEREAFTER, THE SENIOR MEMBER PRESENT;
THEREAFTER, THE LEAD DI
- The final words are traditionally spoken by the highest ranking officer on TeamSpeak, though the Drill Instructor may find himself having to be the one to do it.
- The final words are personal, given differently member to member though these are several points that are needed to be addressed with the recruit.
- The following are some points that should be made during these final words:
- The importance of the Chain of Command and how to follow it
- Advise them of their responsibilities to sign roll call and section practices
- Staying active on the forums and current on all information
- Importance of keeping with the outstanding traditions of the 7th Cavalry Regiment
- Explain the unit is a brotherhood with members from across the United States and throughout the world.
- We're made up of many different professions, including active and reserve duty in the Military, engineers, chefs, builders and hobbyists
- How important it is to help other members (including financial aid)
- Keeping within the best traditions of the 7th Cavalry Regiment - especially on foreign servers
- Any other personal experience you may wish to share that would demonstrate our Brotherhood
- The importance of military bearing
- Additional training offered by the 7th Cavalry (RTC [DI], RRD [Recruiter], Military Police [MP], S3 Training and Doctrine, etc)
- Any other information and experiences you see fit to share with the recruit.
[h=3]Send a Bootcamp survey[/h] Give the recruits the Bootcamp Survey Link post-bootcamp and have them complete it before they are dismissed.
Bootcamp Survey Link: http://goo.gl/5O3B3
Section 4: ARMA 3 Modpack Installation
(How to install the ARMA III Official Mod Pack)
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Setting Up ArmA III Mods
Before the Troopers status can be set to "READY" the modpack has to be installed.
- Use the CavPack Setup Guide for the download link and instructions.
- Ensure that the mods were installed correctly by loading the Trooper into the training grounds.
- Check if there are any errors regarding CBA on login and that the HUD and weapon resting are working properly.
- Once done update the Troopers status to READY
Section 5: Folder and Post-Bootcamp Updates
(Correct format for updating folder after boot camp/ DI assignment list update/Boot camp schedule update)
Folder Updates
When you have finished running your recruit through bootcamp, their are 3 things that need to be done on your end to finish with the bootcamp.
First, go to the Recruits Folder and update the folder according to spoiler below.
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If recruit has passes bootcamp the folder topic should be like: "RCT.LAST.FIRST | DI-NAME | PASS"
Enlistment Thread Link: http://www.7thcavalry.us/topic/73325-enlistment-application-snom/?hl=snom Steam ID: steam_0:X:XXXXXX Boot Camp Class Assigned: XXX/XX/XX Time Zone: 0.0 US/EU/ASIA? US/EU/ASIA
Date of Bootcamp: DDMMMYY (EX. 05DEC15) Lead DI [RANK.Last.F] : SGT.Beckett.A Attending DI [RANK.Last.F] : MAJ.Rogers.S Cadre [RANK.Last.F] : 1LT.Helmet.S SSG.Smith.L SGT.Doe.J PFC.Hanky.P PVT.Johnson.K
Oral Test Scores [X/10] : 10/10
Time Stationary Targets [X.XX sec] : 11.42 seconds Result Moving targets [X/X] : 4/4 Shoot House Time [X.XX sec] : 23.93 seconds Rifle Range Course Qualification [EX/SS/MM]: EX
Grenade Course Qualification [EX/SS/MM]: EX
Tactical/Obstacle Training Completed [Y - X.XX sec]: Y - 23.93 seconds
Survey Sent [Y/N - LASTNAME] : Y - Beckett
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Once you have done that you reply to folder with PASS (capitol letters and bold)
You will also change the folders topic to: "RCT.LAST.FIRST | DI-NAME | PASS"
You will then move the folder into the Bootcamp Passed subforum.
Update Drill Instructor Assignment List
If the recruit passed his boot camp go to the RTC: Drill Instructor Assignments and add PASS after the recruits name according to this format:
- "RCT.LAST.FIRST | DDMMMYY | PASS"
Update Boot Camp Schedule
When the recruit have passed his boot camp remove the recruits name from the boot camp schedule.
Section 6: Trooper Teamspeak 3 Setup
(How to assign TS3 server groups, export TS3 ID and set up phonetic Nickname)
Teamspeak3 Server Group Assignment
As a drill instructor it is your duties to assign server groups to new troopers, you do this by following this steps:
- Right click on Troopers name
- Select "Set Server Groups"
- Select "7Cav [perm]"
- Select "RCT [perm]"
Teamspeak3 Identity Export
Check if the trooper have exported the TS3 identity file, if they do not know how to do this help them out according to this steps:
- Click on Identity in the top menu
- Select Identities
- Select the TS3 identity used for this 7th Cavalry TS3 server and klick on "Export" in the right top corner.
- Save the file on desktop
- Use dropbox or a web email client to (send file to yourself) to store the TS3 identity.
Phonetic Nickname
The phonetic nickname needs to be set up.
- Click on Self in the top menu
- Select the set Phonetic Nickname option
- Enter your rank and name accordingly: RANK.LAST.F