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How do you address a trainee in 24 TRS/Det 12? - correct answer ✔✔cadet How do you address a trainee in 23 TRS? - correct answer ✔✔according to their rank To whom must a cadet execute reporting procedures? - correct answer ✔✔reporting procedures are for both commissioned and enlisted staff members State the reporting procedures when ordered to report - correct answer ✔✔When ordered to report, assume position of attention. Salute (if outdoors). State "sir/ma'am, Cadet Lastname reports as ordered". Cadets assume position of attention and salute as appropriate and give greeting of the day State reporting procedures when not ordered by OTS member - correct answer ✔✔will assume position of attention. Salute as appropriate. State "sir/ma'am Cadet Haynes, reports. After convo ends, salute and give greeting of the day. State reporting procedures for an office or cubicle - correct answer ✔✔Cadets will center on the threshold of door and knock once. Will enter when ordered (march in direct route to staff, perform facing movement, center two paces away, salute, and give reporting statement). If seated, will sit at attention. After the convo, cadets will stand at attention, salute, and give give greeting May cadets return to their dorms during scheduled military time? - correct answer ✔✔no they will not return to the dorms during that time May cadets allow non-OTS personnel into their dormitories? - correct answer ✔✔Will not permit unescorted, non-OTS personnel without prior approval. Must notify the Charge of Quarters or Staff Duty Officer immediately May cadets store food in their dorms? - correct answer ✔✔No, they will not consume or store food
What OTS manual must dorms always be in compliance with? - correct answer ✔✔The OTS Dormitory manual State the procedure for signing-in and signing out at the CQ - correct answer ✔✔Must sign out whenever departing the dorms other than SMT. Will complete all information prior to departure with time out, location of travel and realistic time or return. List a specific destination with phone number/address and notify the CQ of all changes. Upon return, will sign in Where must all cadets be during call to quarters? - correct answer ✔✔call to quarters is 2145 and all cadets must be signed back into the dorms State when a cadet must call the foyers, day areas, CQ office and hallways to attention and what salutation must be rendered? - correct answer ✔✔Cadets will not call foyers, day areas, CQ office or hallways to attention If seated, cadets will stand and render proper greeting. If an O-6 or higher enters, the cadets will stand at attention and render the greeting State when a cadet must call dormitory rooms to attention? - correct answer ✔✔Will call to attention when an OTS staff member enters/leaves a dormitory. If alone, will not call a room to attention State what a cadet must do before entering another cadet's room - correct answer ✔✔Before entering a cadet's room other than their own, cadets will knock, identify themselves and wait for permission to enter. State when the dorm room must be opened? Closed? - correct answer ✔✔Doors will be fully open (90 degrees) if room is occupied or if there are cadets not assigned to the room Doors are closed while showering, changing uniforms, on quarters, and during lights out. Closed and locked while sleeping
What is hazing? - correct answer ✔✔any conduct where a military member causes another member to suffer, be exposed to any activity which is cruel, abusive, humiliating, oppressive, demeaning or harmful What is sexual assault? - correct answer ✔✔Any offense of a sexual nature committed without the lawful consent of the victim State actions that are considered violations of academic integrity and define each - correct answer ✔✔Plagiarism-act of taking written or verbal work from another, parts or passages of their writings or the ideas or language of another Cheating-act of giving and/or receiving improper assistance Misrepresentation-act of making an assertion to intentionally deceive or mislead Which materials may not be possessed, viewed or downloaded at OTS? - correct answer ✔✔Possessing, viewing or downloading any pornographic media. Any materials that could be considered offensive or degrading State the purpose of the AETC form 341 and how many must a cadet carry at all times? - correct answer ✔✔AETC Form 341 may be used to document positive or negative cadet performance Cadet must carry at minimum 2 AETC 341s. If pulled, the cadet must replace it NLT lights the same day Identify, state the consequences of and the proper acknowledgement of an Official Memorandum - correct answer ✔✔Ons-Means of documenting positive or negative cadet performance. Excessive negative OMs can affect ability to successfully complete OTS Cadets will acknowledge receipt of OMs by correctly completing their Cadet Stamp
What is significance of initialing the cadet stamp - correct answer ✔✔To acknowledge they were counseled and documentation exists May a cadet make a comment on the document with the cadet stamp? - correct answer ✔✔Yes, they may write on the back, sign and date. State what constitutes a security violation - correct answer ✔✔Security violations occur when: Cadets leave their dorm room security drawer unlocked. Cadet leaves their government issued laptop unattended Privacy act information, money stamps/checks/credit cards, completed SOBs or graded information, or personal valuables are left out Review the time allotment for religious services and what cadets must do to attend them - correct answer ✔✔Cadets are allotted up to four hours to attend worship services Must sign out and in of the CQ logbook, inform their Flt/CC of off-base worship, proceed directly to and from all religious services, may visit while attending church, and return directly to the OTS complex after its completed Define Scheduled Military Training - correct answer ✔✔Scheduled military training (SMT)-the period beginning with lights on and ending with the last schedule training event each day State how privileges are now awarded to cadets at OTS - correct answer ✔✔Privileges are awarded as cadets progress through the training program. The Sq/CC will assign privileges as necessary. Are cadets allowed to have food delivered to OTS? - correct answer ✔✔No
State the rules on standardization at OTS - correct answer ✔✔Cadets will present a standardized professional image with equipment/gear, uniform wear, and flight rooms Define a "detail" and state the proper protocol for details with three to four cadets, two cadets, and guidon retrieval - correct answer ✔✔Formation of 2-4 cadets: ( cadets)-cadet in right rear position will lead the formation. (2 cadets)-senior ranking cadet marches on the right. To retrieve a guidon, the person on the right will carry it Define a flight, state customs and courtesies for flight and state marching protocol - correct answer ✔✔Flight is a formation of 5+ cadets and march with two elements. Everyone must move together on command state the responsibilities of a guide and where they march in formation - correct answer ✔✔The guide carries the flight guidon-the piece of equipment made of the ferrule, staff, ornament and the flight pennant The guide marches in front of the tightest numbered element leader (front right corner) State the responsibilities of the flight leader, how the commands are revoked, and how they will be executed - correct answer ✔✔Flight leader is designated to lead the flight and ensures safety. Assumes all responsibility for their flight. Command "as you were," to revoke a preparatory command. State the responsibilities of a Road Guard - correct answer ✔✔Road guard is a cadet designated to stop traffic when cadets cross a road or parking lot. What is an element leader? - correct answer ✔✔the leader of the smallest drill unit comprised of at least 3
Define a drill command and state the different types of commands - correct answer ✔✔Drill command-an oral order to direct a formation. Consists of two commands: the preparatory command (explain what the movement will be) and the command of execution (when the movement will be carried out). Informational command are supplementary Define a cadence and state when one should be initiated - correct answer ✔✔Cadence is the measure or beat of movement. Is given in sets of two as follows: "hut toop, threep, fourp;" do not initiate cadence if a complete set of two cannot be achieved State the general duties and responsibilities of a formation leader - correct answer ✔✔Formation leader's first responsibility is the safety of the formation. The formation leader will give commands at the position of attention Review the following terms related to military drill: dress, cover, interval, and distance - correct answer ✔✔Dress-the alignment of elements side by side or in line Cover-individuals aligning themselves directly behind the person to their immediate front Interval-Space between individuals placed side to side. Normal-arm's length, close- approx. 4 inches Distance-the space between front to rear. Measured approx. 40 inches from chests to backs Review the following terms related to military drill: column formation, line formation, inverted column formation, and inverted line formation - correct answer ✔✔Column
When must members carry a flashlight? - correct answer ✔✔Must carry flashlights during hours of darkness. Which cadet close the opened door? - correct answer ✔✔The last cadet entering will close the door if it is propped open State the responsibilities of the guidon bearer, initial element leader, and flight leader for building entrance procedures - correct answer ✔✔Guidon bearer-will place the guidon in the guidon stand Initial element leader-hold the door for the flight Flight leader-holds the door for the initial element leader. State how to execute a column of files - correct answer ✔✔Form a single file, command: "Column of files from the right, forward, march" on the preparatory command, the element leader turns their head 45 to the right and command "forward march" The same time, the remaining element leaders turn their heads 45 degrees to the right (left) and command "STAND FAST." Their heads are kept to the right (left) until they step off. On the command "MARCH", the extreme right (left) element steps off. The element leader of each remaining element commands "FORWARD, MARCH" as the last cadet in each element passes, ensuring the leaders element is in step with the preceding element. All elements then incline to the right (left), following the leading elements in successive order. State the commands given by the cadet in charge of a detail - correct answer ✔✔While marching, cadet will command "Detail, Halt," followed by "dismissed" if entering a building or leaving the area
"Fall out" is given if remaining in the general area. State the proper procedures for departing as a detail - correct answer ✔✔When departing, cadets will exit in an orderly manner and form up on the sidewalk. State the procedures for any member needing to join the flight after its formed - correct answer ✔✔Salute, state "Sir/ma'am, Cadet/Rank Name requests permission to join the flight." Flight leader will return a salute and instruct cadet to "fall in" or size yourself in" State the responsibility of the flight leader and flight when departing a building - correct answer ✔✔Flight leader is first member to depart and will designate the position. Will command "Fall in" and the flight will form up on the guide. Verbiage for sizing: "With the exception of the guidon bearer and element leader, if you are taller than the airman in front of you, tap them on the shoulder and move forward" State how command of the flight is transferred - correct answer ✔✔Flight leader and acting flight leader will exchange salutes and will command to "fall in" or "size yourself in" The FL will instruct "Flight _ at my command" and the acting FL will return to their position Are cadets required to march when escorting guests? - correct answer ✔✔Cadets are not required to march, but will maintain a professional military image State where formation sizing requirements may be found, where cadets may march/"mark time" and how cadets transit between Gilbert Hall/annex/ and dorms - correct answer ✔✔Formation sizing: AFM 36- May march: only authorized routes "Mark time" only in DFAC hold lines
If a staff vehicle approaches while crossing an intersection, the road guard will not salute. The person in charge will march the flight, halt the flight, call in road guards and render courtesies. State the procedures for deploying road guards and crossing hazard areas - correct answer ✔✔The Flight Leader will move forward, post in front of the flight at the sidewalk/hazard edge. The Flight Leader will wave traffic past OR motion for the traffic to stop by extending either arm and displaying the palm of the hand with the fingers pointed upward. The Flight Leader will then march into the intersection and post in the middle of the road, perform an about face (so they are facing the flight), ensure traffic is stopped and command, "ROAD GUARDS OUT." On the command, "ROAD GUARDS OUT," each road guard will go to the lane as directed by the flight leader. They will face oncoming traffic at modified parade rest with the right arm up and palm flat with the fingers pointed upward. If carrying a flashlight, road guards will hold the flashlight in the extended arm with the beam pointed down. The Flight Leader will command the flight to march across the intersection and perform the necessary facing movements so they can observe the flight at all times. Once the flight is through the intersection, the flight leader will halt the flight and command, "ROAD GUARDS IN." The Flight Leader will remain in the intersection and continue to halt existing traffic while the road guards return to the rear of the flight. The Flight Leader does not give further commands (e.g., "FORWARD MARCH") until rejoining the flight. Road guards or formation leaders will report vehicles that fail to observe safety precautions or follow road guard directions. Cadets will report the time, place, type of vehicle, license number (if known), and description of the violation to their Flt/CC. State when and where each flight must carry their guidon and what to do if no guidon holder State the rules for the guidon bear - correct answer ✔✔Will carry from start to end of academic day and carried to all events, but not field events or PT. If there is no holder, the bearer will ensure the guidon is stored/displayed properly
Will carry the guidon with the right hand, with the ferrule of the staff 6 inches from the ground when marching and rested on right foot when flight is halted. When entering a building, will announce "guidon" State how the guidon must be stored and rules for repair and modification - correct answer ✔✔Guides are responsible for storing the guidon. Not placed with the tip of the ornament on the group. During drill class, the guidon is placed by first set of bleachers If entering a building, the cadets will place them in a corner. Cadets will take care of the guidon. Take it to the MTIs for repair State the rules for marching under actual or simulated Force Protection Conditions (FPCONs) - correct answer ✔✔FPCON NORMAL, ALPHA, BRAVO: march in any size formation FPCON CHARLIE: outside activities are canceled; movement around OTS complex is authorized. March AT EASE FPCON DELTA: outside activities are canceled. Movement between buildings is restricted. No type of formation State rules for marching under inclement weather - correct answer ✔✔Cadets are expected to exercise sound judgment and risk management practices State which documents govern cadet dress/personal appearance and the rank insignia - correct answer ✔✔Documents: IAW AFI 36-2903 for dress and personal appearance 23 TRS will wear authorized rank DET 12 and 24 TRS will wear designated rank Will not wear mustaches, make-up, or jewelry while in training
Metal rank is removed during field events State what must be on the service coat and how its worn - correct answer ✔✔Cadets will wear metallic rank insignia and authorized ribbons and badges. Rank is centered 5/8 inches from the end of the epaulet and parallel to the shoulder seam What is the correct way to place insignias on blue short and long sleeve shirts? - correct answer ✔✔Will wear should mark insignia on the epaulets Where will cadets wear assigned rank on their flight cap? How will cadets position reflective belt in service blues or dress uniform? - correct answer ✔✔Based on training stage status. will wear "Prop and Wings" insignia on the left side of the flight cap, between the braid and the bottom, with the front edge of wings 1.5 inch from the front of the flight cap. Cadets will position reflective belts around hydration source Where will rank be on the mess dress? Will cadets wear a reflective belt while in PT gear? - correct answer ✔✔Should board rank for assigned rank 23 TRS or cadet position DET 12/24 TRS Will wear reflective belt in PTG, but not inside the dorm When are cadets allowed to wear ribbons, medals, and badges? Rules governing civilian clothes - correct answer ✔✔Cadet must meet eligibility requirement to wear ribbons, medals and badges. Must be removed after photos are taken. Authorized to wear on the final graduation day Civilian clothes are not authorized
State the procedure for those who choose not to eat and etiquette in the DFAC - correct answer ✔✔Cadets are still required to process through the DFAC with the flight. Look at menu before entering the serving line and process quickly. Make an attempt to consume everything and food will not be taken out. What are dining priorities (DP)? - correct answer ✔✔DPs are scheduled times when flight are required to arrive. Cadets with assigned details during the scheduled DPs are not required to meet their flight's DP When must mess checkers and chow sharks report to the DFAC and when must they place their DP roster in the CQ binder? - correct answer ✔✔Mess Checkers and chow sharks will arrive five minutes prior to the first scheduled DP and work until the last flight has met their DP. After the last scheduled meal of the day. Mess Checker will place the DP rosters in the respective binders. Will not leave an academic/training session early State the duties of the Mess Checker - correct answer ✔✔Has the authority to clear flights into the DFAC early or late if no other flights are waiting and will not inhibit other flight's on-time entry. Reporting to the mess checker: The FL will take the most direct rout within two paces in front of MC, initiate a salute, state "Sir/Ma'am, flight report with a DP of _. We arrived at _." -If the flight arrives on time, MC says "you have arrived on time, your flight may enter. -If flight arrives (early/late), MC says "you have arrived early(late) your flight may enter. FL will salute, give greeting of the day, return to flight and wait to enter DFAC.
State protocol for using DFAC latrine State procedure for marching to serving area - correct answer ✔✔Make sure to use bathroom before entering DFAC. If used, return to position prior to using the bathroom Cadets will fall in line behind one another. Cadet who called "post" is marching in front. After being aligned with a tray and silverware, the cadet will halt. When the cadet in the back calls "post," both cadets will do a facing movement towards the tray and silverware. How will cadets proceed down the serving line When cadets square corners and consume food or drink - correct answer ✔✔Cadets will side step through the entire serving line and stand with heels together when halted. When reaching the register, cadets will provide the cashier with required information. Cadets will not square corners while carrying trays. Will only consume food or drink after they have been seated. State how cadets proceed to seating in the DFAC and where they sit - correct answer ✔✔24 TRS sit on the right. 23 TRS/DET 12 sit on the left Cadets fill the farthest row of tables from the serving line first and start with the last table in the row. Will fill seats at position 1 When is talking allowed at a table? When must prayer at a table be done? State the procedure for when a cadet is addressed. State how long a cadet has to finish their meal - correct answer ✔✔If do not have tight meals, talking is only allowed at individual tables and loud enough to be heard at the table. Prayer is done at the beginning of the meal.
If addressed, will finish chewing and swallow their food, stand to attention and respond. Cadets have up to 10 minutes to finish. State procedure once a cadet arrives at a table in the DFAC - correct answer ✔✔- Cadets stand at attention behind chair until all positions are filled or 20 seconds have passed. -Last cadet to arrives instructs table to "be seated" -ABU/PT gear, coats and jackets are placed on back of chair (still wear hydration system) -Blues/Service, hydration system is placed on back of chair. -Place all other gear underneath the chair -Bring chair in as far as possible to avoid congestion. -Place napkin on lap. -Will sit on entire seat surface, eyes forward, back off the back of chair, heels together at a 45-degree angle. -Lean forward slightly at the waist, but no elbows on the table State the procedure for leaving and returning to the table - correct answer ✔✔To leave: cadets will push in chair, come to position of attention, proceed to the serving line using same row as seated. Returning: cadets will place food/drink on their tray, come to attention, and sit down. State procedure for leaving the table once the meal is finished - correct answer ✔✔- Place napkin on the tray to indicate finish. -Cadets in positions 2 and 3 pass tray items to positions 1 and 4, respectively. If there are 3 cadets, the cadet will carry their own tray. If a cadet is unable to carry their tray, the other cadets will make adjustments. -Once trays are stacked: cadets will stand, don their gear, ground their chairs to the right, assume attention behind the chair and prepare to depart. -Cadets will exit the same row as seated and transit using outer most row
