O In a countersign, what is the challenge? O What is meant by the term 'supernumerary'?Īn extra member of the guard who is used when needed to replace a guard or perform duties prescribed by local directives.Īny process carried out by one unit or person with the object of ascertaining the friendly or hostile character or identity of another.

Sergeant of the guard or Field officer of the dayĬommander of the guard or Installation Commander O List in order the chain of command for guard duty? As Officer of the Guard, you should be able to answer any questions concerning the special orders for your post. My Special Orders are, 1: To be on the look out for.'īe sure that you know these orders yourself, and ensure your Guardsmen know them. My general orders are, 1: I will guard everything within the limits. Assign someone to direct fire-fighting apparatus to the fire.Īs an Officer of the Guard, ask your Guardsmen ' What are your orders?' The proper answer is: ' Sir/Ma'am, my orders are of two classes: general and special. Assign a sergeant and enlisted guardsmen to extinguish the fire if possible. In case of a fire on or near your post, you should call in an alarm or make sure one is given. General Order Number 3 requires you to report all special order violations and emergencies to your seniors. I will report violations of my special orders, emergencies, and anything not covered in my instructions to the commander of the relief. You should pass instructions and special information to your relief.ģ. No other persons are authorized to give orders to Guardsmen on guard duty. You are also required to obey and carry out any orders or instructions from the commanding officer, field officer of the day, and senior officers of the guard. General Order Number 2 requires a Guardsman to become thoroughly familiar with the special orders for your post before you are actually posted. I will obey my special orders and perform all my duties in a military manner. If you should require relief for any purpose, you must contact the commander of the relief for instructions.Ģ. You must investigate immediately any unusual or suspicious occurrence on or near your post, provided you do not have to leave your post to do so. General Order Number 1 gives a Guardsman responsibility for everything that occurs within the limits of your post while you are on duty. I will guard everything within the limits of my post and quit my post only when properly relieved. Make certain that your men know the General orders as well as you do. GENERAL ORDERS AND GUARD DUTY General Orders

General orders number 3