Is there an Army regulation about hands in pockets?
The regulation on Army uniforms and appearance states specifically that hands are not to be kept inside pockets. The hands may enter the pocket to retrieve or store an item, but must not remain within for a significant length of time.
What are Army sensitive items?
AR 710-2 and AR 735-5 both cover the Army policy for property accountability. Some sensitive items are your weapon, military ID card, communication equipment, etcetera. Sensitive items are anything that can be used by opposing forces or the enemy to counter attack, weaken forces, and gain information, and so on.
How does the Army transport fuel?
Most often, fuel and water are delivered in 55-gallon drums or 500-gallon blivets by aircraft or convoy. These containers are cumbersome, and they take up too much space at small forward operating bases.
Why do military uniforms have pockets?
The Army Combat Uniform (ACU) had many changes (18, in fact), but one of the troop favorites was the shoulder pocket. “It’s a functionality change of the uniform that will improve the ability of Soldiers to execute their combat mission.”
What do Soldiers carry in their pockets?
They also often carry a three-litre pouch with a drinking tube attached to it on their back so they can keep hydrated on the move. Finally, soldiers carry a number of essential items such as a weapon, Personal Role Radio, spare ammunition, a multi-purpose tool, torch and the all-important spade.
What army regulation covers Flipl?
(AR) 735-5
Army Regulation (AR) 735-5, Chapter 13, governs the FLIPL system. It can be found at www.apd.army.mil. RIGHTS IF YOU ARE FOUND LIABLE: If the financial liability officer (FLO) recommends that you pay for the loss or damage, the FLO must allow you to examine the entire FLIPL report and to submit a rebuttal statement.
What are some examples of military etiquette?
Here are some things to keep in mind:
- Service members will salute officers in their chain of command.
- Salutes are given with the right hand.
- As a civilian, you are not expected to salute.
- Military uniforms will show the rank of a service member you are interacting with or see in passing.