STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
(SOP)
George Rogers Clark High School
Junior ROTC
Marksmanship
& Rifle Team
SOP
School Year (SY) 2014-2015
(LAST REVISED 24 Aug 2014)
GRC JROTC Marksmanship & Rifle Team SOP
INDEX / TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION
DESCRIPTION
PAGE
I
GENERAL PROVISIONS & CMP
2
II
MARKSMANSHIP TRAINING & QUALIFICATION
A. Mandatory Instruction (pre-qualification)
B. Qualification
3-5
3
4
III
RIFLE TEAM
6
IV
RECOGNITION (AWARDS & RIBBONS)
A. Marksmanship Team Ribbon (N-3-7) & Criteria
B. Rifle Team Arc Tab (Medal) & Criteria
C. Marksmanship Qualification Badge & Criteria
7
V
CADET CONDUCT & SAFETY
8
VI
WEAPONS & SECURITY (Arms Room)
9-10
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SECTION I –
GENERAL PROVISIONS & CMP
A. AUTHORITY: The GRC JROTC Marksmanship and Rifle Team program operates under
the guidelines of Army Regulation (AR) 145-2 and Cadet Command Regulation 145-2. While
this SOP will highlight the majority of the rules and regulations of a marksmanship program,
however, the entire guidelines are contained in CCR 145-2, Appendices N and O. This SOP
will be using excerpts from that regulation.
B. The CIVILIAN MARKSMANSHIP and SAFETY PROGRAM: The Civilian
Marksmanship (CMP) is a national organization dedicated to training and educating U.S. citizens
in the responsible uses of firearms and air guns through gun safety training, marksmanship
training, and competitions. It places its highest priority on serving youth through gun safety and
marksmanship activities that encourage personal growth and building life skills. It supports the
following objectives:
1. To instruct citizens of the United States in marksmanship.
2. To promote practice and safety in the use of firearms.
3. To strengthen confidence and competence in the use of firearms through participation in
competitions and the award of trophies, prizes, badges, and other insignia to competitors.
C. The only authorized marksmanship training in JROTC is with the use of air rifles and under
the supervision of the JROTC instructors (SAI/AI).
D. The requirements to establish a JROTC Cadet Safety and Civilian Marksmanship Program
(CMP) are divided into four (4) requirement categories; unit, Instructor, Cadet, and range
requirements. As a minimum, each unit with a program will follow guidance listed in CCR 1452, paragraph 9-3. Also see Section V (Cadet Conduct & Safety) of this SOP.
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SECTION II –
MARKSMANSHIP TRAINING & QUALIFICATION
A. MANDATORY INSTRUCTION: Rifle marksmanship is an integral part of the JROTC
Curriculum and is taught in Unit 7 (Cadet Safety and Civilian Marksmanship Program). Cadets
in the GRC JROTC program traditionally receive this block of instruction during the Fall
Semester of their LET-2 year. Cadets must receive this marksmanship instruction before they do
any qualification firing. They must also have a signed Marksmanship Permission Slip, sign
a JROTC Cadet Individual Safety Pledge and successfully score 100% on a 25-question
JROTC Air Rifle Marksmanship Cadet Safety Exam before firing. There are ten (10)
lessons taught in Unit 7:
1. History of Marksmanship (Lesson 1).
2. Firearm Safety and Safe Range Operations (Lesson 2).
3. Target Shooting Equipment and its Operation (Lesson 3).
4. The First Target Position – Standing (Lesson 4).
5. Aiming and Firing (Lesson 5).
6. Sight Adjustment and Scoring (Lesson 6). * Qualification (standing ONLY) is
authorized after completion of this lesson and 100% on Safety Exam.
7. The Prone Position (Lesson 7). * Qualification (standing & prone ONLY) is authorized
after completion of this lesson and 100% on Safety Exam. To qualify for the Marksman and
Sharpshooter badges, qualification firing must be done in those two (2) positions, Standing and
Prone.
8. The Kneeling Position (Lesson 8). * Qualification (standing, prone & kneeling) is
authorized after completion of this lesson and 100% on Safety Exam. To qualify for the Expert
badge, qualification firing must be done in all three positions, prone, standing and kneeling.
9. Practice and Skill Development (Lesson 9).
10. Competition Opportunities (Lesson 10).
NOTE: LET-1 Cadets (or any others who have not taken this block of instruction) who
want to compete to be selected on a Rifle Marksmanship Team still MUST complete the
required training as noted above, to include scoring 100% on the Safety Exam prior to
firing any air rifle. See Rifle Team for additional details.
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B. QUALIFICATION: GRC JROTC Air Rifle Marksmanship qualification is conducted in the
following manner:
1. Prior to any qualification firing, all Cadets must go through training on Unit 7, Cadet
Safety and Civilian Marksmanship Program. Once the Cadet completes the training, has a
signed Marksmanship Permission Slip, signed JROTC Cadet Individual Safety Pledge and
successfully score 100% on a 25-question JROTC Air Rifle Marksmanship Cadet Safety
Exam, they will be given the opportunity to attempt to qualify. NOTE: This includes any
Cadet who wants to try-out for a Marksmanship/Rifle Team (compete).
2. Marksmanship Qualification Awards. JROTC Cadets who participate in rifle
marksmanship instruction are eligible to earn qualification badges. There are three (3) designed
qualification-levels and associated badges:
a. Marksman.
b. Sharpshooter.
c. Expert. The Expert badge is the highest ranking and most difficult to earn.
The badges signify that the Cadets who earn them have demonstrated the knowledge and
skill to handle rifles safety and have mastered basic rifle marksmanship skills to achieve required
scores in qualification firing tests. JROTC Cadets are authorized to wear marksmanship
qualification badges on their class A or class B uniforms. Cadets may earn more than one badge,
but may only wear the highest-ranking badge earned.
3. Qualification Course Standards. The following standards apply to the conduct of unit
qualification firing:
a. Rifles. Air rifle qualification firing must be done with sporter-class air rifles such as
the Daisy M853/887 series rifles that were issued through the military supply system.
b. Targets. Air rifle qualification firing may be done on either the BMC (basic
marksmanship course) or AR-1 competition targets.
c. Clothing and Equipment. During qualification firing, a sling may be used in the prone
and kneeling positions, a glove may be worn on the support hand in any position and a kneeling
roll may be used in the kneeling position. Shooting jackets cannot be worn when qualifying with
the air rifle.
4. Qualification Scores. To receive a qualification badge, Cadets must attain the following
scores in qualification firing that is supervised by a unit instructor.
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Qualification
Badge
Marksman
Firing Positions
10 shots standing, 10 shots
prone
10 shots standing, 10 shots
Sharpshooter prone
Expert
10 shots prone
10 shots standing
10 shots kneeling
Air Rifle AR-1 Target
Air Rifle BMC
Target
110-129
175-187
130-200
188-230
230-300
290-300
5. Qualification Firing Procedures. The unit instructor will designate the times when
Cadets may do qualification firing. Cadets may be given multiple opportunities to fire qualifying
scores.
a. To earn the Marksman and/or Sharpshooter badge, a Cadet will be credited with the
total of the best 10-shot standing and the best 10-shot prone position scores fired during
qualification firing periods designated by the instructor.
b. To earn the Expert badge, a Cadet must fire a 30-shot three-position score (10-shots
prone, 10-shots standing and 10-shots kneeling, all fired at the same time) with the following
sequence and time limits:
STAGE
TIME LIMIT
Preparation Period
10 minutes
Prone position
15 minutes
Changeover to standing
5 minutes
Standing position
20 minutes
Changeover to kneeling
5 minutes
Kneeling position
15 minutes
Practice or sighting shots may be fired in each position before record shots are fired, but any
sighting shots and the 10 record shots must be fired within the time limit for that position.
6. Any Cadet that makes the Rifle Team (regardless of LET level) can use their scores
from a sanctioned Air Rifle Competition for the Marksmanship Qualification Badge. The
scoring standards will be the same that are outlined in this SOP.
7. A previously qualified Cadet that is on the Rifle Team can use their scores from a
sanctioned Air Rifle Competition to “upgrade” their Marksmanship Qualification Badge.
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SECTION III – RIFLE TEAM
A. GRC JROTC RIFLE MARKSMANSHIP TEAM: The GRC JROTC Rifle Team will be
determined in the following manner:
1. All Cadets desiring to try out for the Rifle Marksmanship Team must be approved by the
Instructor. A lack of maturity or any safety concerns can be reasons for the instructor denying
the Cadet an opportunity to try out for the team.
2. Tryouts will be conducted late in the fall semester. There will be 20 slots for the Rifle
Marksmanship Team, and once the team has been announced, the 20 Cadets will be on the team
for the entire school year. The “season” will typically run from late fall until early spring.
B. RIFLE TEAM CAPTAIN: Authority to exercise command and control at each unit level is
vested in the cadet officers and NCO’s who are solely responsible for establishing and upholding
the standards of performance in their respective units.
1. Rifle Team Captain:
a. The Rifle Team Coach (MSG Lee) will select a Team Captain at the same time that
the team is announced.
b. The Team Captain will be responsible for ensuring all training and competitions are
conducted in a safe and disciplined manner.
c. He/she will be responsible for ensuring that the range is prepared to standard, and
notify the Rifle Team Coach, so that he can inspect the range before any firing commences.
2. Rifle Team Co-Captain: The Rifle Team Co-Captain has the same responsibilities as
the Captain, and will act as the Rifle Team Captain in their absence.
C. RIFLE TEAM MEMBERS: All Rifle Team members will act in a safe manner, and are
expected to adhere to the highest level of discipline and always obey range operation procedures.
NOTE: UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES, will any firing be conducted without the Rifle
Team Coach present, and directly supervising the cadets on the range.
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SECTION IV –
RECOGNITION (AWARDS & RIBBONS)
A. GENERAL: Cadet ribbons, tabs, and badges are presented to cadets in recognition of
outstanding performance and/or achievement. Some of these are awarded as soon as practical
after earning the award/ribbon and some are only awarded at the Annual Awards Ceremony
(typically held in May).
B. TYPES OF AWARDS: The following are the various types of awards and ribbons that
Cadets may earn while conducting Marksmanship activities:
1. MILITARY RIBBONS (Series 3):
N-3-7
Marksmanship
Team Ribbon
Awarded to cadets who participate in a competitive air-rifle
marksmanship competition or postal match (1x per year). See
also Rifle Team Arc Tab & Marksmanship Qualification Badge.
2. MEDAL ARC TABS: The following ARC TAB may be earned by cadets as described
below.
Rifle Team Arc Tab (Arc Medal)
Cadets who earn the N-3-7 (Marksmanship
Any Cadet Team Ribbon) twice (2x) earn this Arc Tab.
3. MARKSMANSHIP QUALIFICATION BADGE: The following Marksmanship
Qualification Badge may be earned by cadets as described below (See also, Section I, paragraph
G of the Regimental SOP).
Marksmanship
Qualifications (Badge)
Cadets who achieve
the marksmanship
standards as
prescribed in
CCR 145-2.
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Successfully completing prescribed course of
fire (based on firing the AR-1 (10 Bull))
target with minimum established score.
The scores for the different badges are:
230-300 is Expert
130-200 is Sharp Shooter
110-129 is Marksman
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SECTION V –
CADET CONDUCT & SAFETY
A. CADET CONDUCT:
1. Cadets will conduct themselves at all times in a manner to reflect credit upon themselves,
the school, the Regiment, the U.S. Army, and the community. Safety is the number one priority
while conducting all marksmanship training.
2. Horseplay and acts of irresponsibility will not be tolerated. At no time will public
displays of affection be tolerated when in uniform or during field trips.
3. Punctuality is mandatory for all formations.
4. Serious infractions of safety, discipline and/or cadet regulations will be referred to the
SAI/AI. Actions will be referred to the appropriate school officials when necessary.
5. Cadets involving themselves in improper actions such as fighting, disrespect to staff or
faculty, etc. while in or out of uniform are subject to demotion, demerits, and potential dismissal
from the program.
B. RANGE SAFETY: The following safety rules will be in effect:
1. All Junior ROTC Instructors/Coaches will comply with the regulatory guidelines outlined
in CCR 145-2 (Appendix N & O) with respect to marksmanship training.
2. Air rifle marksmanship will only be conducted by certified JROTC instructors or coaches
approved through 7th Brigade, USACC.
3. Instructors will not conduct JROTC air rifle marksmanship training with students other
than JROTC cadets. Cadets must have completed LET Unit 7, Lesson 2, and successfully passed
the test, as well as understand the Cadet Safety Pledge.
4. The rifle range will be supervised at all times by a JROTC Instructor that is certified to
conduct air rifle marksmanship safety, range management, and training in accordance with
applicable JROTC regulations.
5. Access Control – the JROTC Department will ensure that access is controlled at all times.
6. Maintenance of the range is the sole responsibility of the JROTC Department.
7. Caliber of ammunition: .177 pellet .
8. Types of rifles to be used: Daisy Model 853/887
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SECTION VI – WEAPONS & SECURITY (S-2)
NOTE: This Section is only an extract taken from the GRC JROTC Supply SOP that includes
all standard operating procedures and regulatory guidance regarding weapons and security.
A. PURPOSE: The purpose of this section is to highlight for Cadets the applicable established
policies and procedures for securing weapons (Drill & Air Rifles), ammunition, and other
sensitive (pilferable) items.
B. RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Arms Room (weapon) security is the responsibility of the SAI/AI or MPS/MPC,
designated cadet supply and security personnel (Regimental S-4 or S-2 Staff or Company-level
Supply Sergeants), and all cadets in the possession of Government property. All will ensure that
all sensitive containers in the Arms Room and doors permitting access into the Arms Room are
secured daily prior to close of business.
2. The SAI/AI will ensure all members and participants in JROTC adhere to the provisions
outlined in applicable regulations and guidance contained in the GRC JROTC Supply SOP and
other regulatory guidance concerning the security of arms and ammunition.
3. All JROTC Cadets will handle weapons, ammunition, and other sensitive items in a safe
and secure manner.
C. TYPES OF WEAPONS: The GRC HS JROTC currently has the following types of
weapons on-hand and authorized:
1. Rifle, Air (LIN: 60002N), NSN: 100501C051181 (by serial number).
2. Rifle, Dummy Drill, (LIN: R44655), NSN: 100501D811400 (by serial number).
3. Rifle, Drill, Facsimile (LIN: XA101G), NSN: 6910015194121 (by serial number).
D. ARMS ROOM ACCESS & SECURITY:
1. A memorandum will be posted on the Arms Room door listing the personnel that have
authorized UNESCORTED access. Normally this access will be limited to the Regimental S-2
and S-4 Staff(s).
2. A memorandum will be posted on the Arms Room door listing the personnel that have
authorized ESCORTED (escort must be a JROTC Cadre/Instructor) access.
3. No individual will be in the Supply or Arms Room unless accompanied by SAI/AI or
designated cadet supply and security personnel (Regimental S-4 or S-2 Staff or Company-level
Supply Sergeants).
4. Key access to any supply storage area will be limited to the SAI/AI or MPS/MPC or
designated cadet supply and security personnel (Regimental S-4 or S-2 Staff or Company-level
Supply Sergeants).
5. Loss or Theft: Dummy drill rifles and air rifles are pilferable items; therefore, GRC HS
JROTC will ensure the storage of dummy drill rifles and air rifles IAW regulatory security
requirements. Any loss or theft of weapons (dummy drill or air rifle) will be reported
immediately to the SAI/AI. Loss of accountability of weapons constitutes a serious incident and
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requires special reports and procedures (per AR 190-11 and AR 190-40).
6. Ammunition Storage: Air Rifle pellets will be stored and secured separately from the Air
Rifles (not in the Arms Room).
E. ISSUE/TURN-IN PROCEDURES:
1. In a classroom or training environment, there is no need for students/cadets to sign a
control sheet when continuous surveillance/supervision exists by cadre personnel.
a. In this instance, the instructor (SAI/AI) signs the control sheet for the total number of
weapons issued.
b. If training rifles are used during the course of a day, at the end of each class period or
at the end of each training period, a physical count of the rifles will be made prior to the release
of the class or team.
2. The GRC JROTC Weapons Control Log may be used to issue weapons, as necessary.
3. Under no circumstances will a cadet be allowed to take a training drill rifle or air rifle
home or transport such weapon in a POV; with the exception of non-military (white plastic)
replica drill rifles.
F. WEAPONS (DRILL & AIR RIFLE) INVENTORY: Drill and Air Rifles will be
physically inventoried by serial number monthly.
1. Serial numbers will be verified quarterly with those recorded the IPBO Hand Receipt and
the informal property book (JUMS) by the MPS/MPC.
2. Consecutive inventories will not be conducted by the same individual (iaw AR 190-50).
3. The Cadet S-2 is authorized to conduct the monthly inventory; verified by the MPS/MPC.
4. GRC HS JROTC will use JUMS to print-out a serial number listing (reports) of all
dummy drill rifles and air rifles to inventory:
(a) Use Rifle Tracking Report to print-out a report of all Government-issued air and
dummy drill rifles.
(b) Use M1903 Drill Rifles (under Ad Hoc Reports) to print-out a report of all Schoolissued drill rifles (x4).
(c) Sign and Date the Rifle Tracking Report and attach the M1903 Drill Rifles (ad hoc)
Report and then file accordingly.
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