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The Army Study Guide Army Command Policy AR 600-20 Part 2

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This deck covers key concepts and responsibilities outlined in the Army Command Policy AR 600-20, focusing on the chain of command, open door policies, performance counseling, and roles of non-commissioned officers.

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Para 2-1 What is The chain of command?

The chain of command assists commanders at all levels to achieve their primary function of accomplishing the unit’s assigned mission while caring for personnel and property in their charge
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Para 2-1 What is The chain of command?
The chain of command assists commanders at all levels to achieve their primary function of accomplishing the unit’s assigned mission while caring for ...
Para 2-1 Who is responsible for everything their unit does or fails to do?
The commander
Para 2-1 Can a Leader assign responsibility and authority to their subordinates?
Yes; But overall responsibility still is still the Leaders responsibility
Para 2-1 What is crucial to the proper functioning of all units?
Effective communication between senior and subordinate Soldiers within the chain of command
Para 2-1 What must Soldiers do when they need to communicate issues and problems?
They must use the Chain of Command
Para 2-2 Who does AR 600-20 direct that they will have Open Door Policies?
Only Commanders are directed that they must have an Open Door Policy
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The Army Study Guide Army Command Policy AR 600-20 Part 2
TermDefinition
Para 2-1 What is The chain of command?
The chain of command assists commanders at all levels to achieve their primary function of accomplishing the unit’s assigned mission while caring for personnel and property in their charge
Para 2-1 Who is responsible for everything their unit does or fails to do?
The commander
Para 2-1 Can a Leader assign responsibility and authority to their subordinates?
Yes; But overall responsibility still is still the Leaders responsibility
Para 2-1 What is crucial to the proper functioning of all units?
Effective communication between senior and subordinate Soldiers within the chain of command
Para 2-1 What must Soldiers do when they need to communicate issues and problems?
They must use the Chain of Command
Para 2-2 Who does AR 600-20 direct that they will have Open Door Policies?
Only Commanders are directed that they must have an Open Door Policy
Para 2-2 What does an Open Door Policy Allow?
allows members of the command to present facts, concerns, and problems of a personal or professional nature or other issues that the Soldier has been unable to resolve
Para 2-3 Who must ensure that all members of their command receive timely performance counseling?
The Commander
Para 2-3 Which Army Regulations contain counseling requirements in conjunction with the evaluation reporting systems?
R 623–3 and AR 690–400
Para 2-3 What helps to ensure that they are prepared to carry out their duties efficiently and accomplish the mission?
Effective Performance counseling
Para 2-4 What Channel may be used for sending reports, information, or instructions?
Staff or technical channels
Para 2-4 Do Staff or Technical Channels have Command Authority?
No; Only Command Channel has that Authority but Staff and Technical Channels may use proper Orders Processes to issue commands to subordinate units because these are essentially Official Commands by the Commander
Para 2-5 What are the two categories of Army Installations?
Installation Management Command (IMCOM) and Joint Bases
Para 2-5 What is the Optimum length of Command for Company level?
12-18 months
Para 2-5 What is the Optimum length of Command for Field Grade level?
24-36 months
Para 2-10 Can a NCO, SPC or PVT assume Command of a Unit?
Yes but will not have UCMJ Authority and only in emergency situations
Para 2-10 Who takes Command within a prisoner of war camp or among a group of prisoners of war, or a group of personnel detained by hostile forces?
The senior person eligible for command, whether officer or enlisted according to grade and DOR seniority without regard to Service
Para 2-17 Can a Senior Commander relieve a subordinate Commander that is in command?
Yes; However, the relief is only Temporary and must be approved by the first General Officer in the Command and they must counsel the subordinate immediately
Para 2-17 Can a Senior Commander relieve a subordinate Commander on the basis of an informal investigation under AR 15–6?
No; The Commander can Suspend them from their duties pending the results, but must wait on the final investigation prior to Relief for Cause
Para 2-18 How does the NCO Support channel Support the Chain of Command?
it parallels and complements the chain of command
Para 2-18 What is the NCO Support Channel?
It is a channel of communication and supervision from the command sergeant major (CSM) to first sergeant (1SG) and then to other NCOs and enlisted personnel of the units
Para 2-18 What duties will the NCO support channel assist the chain of command in accomplishing?
(1) Transmitting, instilling, and ensuring the efficacy of the professional Army ethic; (2) Planning and conducting the day-to-day unit operations within prescribed policies and directives; (3) Training of enlisted Soldiers in their MOS as well as in the basic skills and attributes of a Soldier; (4) Supervising unit physical fitness training and ensuring that unit Soldiers comply with the weight and appearance standards of AR 600–9 and AR 670–1; (5) Teaching Soldiers the history of the Army, to include military customs, courtesies, and traditions; (6) Caring for individual Soldiers and their Families both on and off duty; (7) Teaching Soldiers the mission of the unit and developing individual training programs to support the mission; (8) Accounting for and maintaining individual arms and equipment of enlisted Soldiers and unit equipment under their control; (9) Administering and monitoring the Noncommissioned Officer’s Development Program, and other unit training programs; (10) Achieving and maintaining courage, candor, competence, commitment, and compassion
Para 2-18 Describe the Position of Sergeant Major of the Army?
the senior sergeant major grade and designates the senior enlisted position of the Army
Para 2-18 Describe the Position of Command Sergeant Major?
This position title designates the senior NCO of the command at battalion or higher levels and carries out policies and standards, and advises the commander on the performance, training, appearance, and conduct of enlisted Soldiers they also establish the unit’s Noncommissioned Officer Development Program
Para 2-18 Describe the Position of First Sergeant?
designates the senior NCO at company level and they administer the unit Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Program