As of: 30 JAN 09

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
As of 30 JAN 09

SECTION I

TITLE PAGE

Course Information Memorandum 2

Welcome Letter 3
Student Drop Memorandum 4

SECTION II

Program of Instruction (POI) 5

SECTION III

Preparation for WLC 6-7

SECTION IV

Administration 8-9

SECTION V

General Policies 10-11

SECTION VI

Student Standards and Responsibilities 12-13

SECTION VII

Areas of Responsibility 14
Packing List 15
Important Notes 16

SECTION VIII

Creed of the Noncommissioned Officer, Soldier Creed and 17-19

The Army Song
WLC PHONE NUMBERS
Commercial: (915) 568-5820 DSN: 978-5820
Sponsor Information: 568-2430
Barracks Bldg 1006: 568-5177
Chief of WLC: 568-2399
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY

United States Air Defense Artillery School
United States Army Noncommissioned Officers Academy
Warrior Leaders Course
Fort Bliss, Texas 79916-6501

ATSA-NCO-A 30 JAN 09

MEMORANDUM FOR WLC STUDENTS

SUBJECT: Course Information

1. This handout is designed to provide the student with information that will ease reception and
integration into WLC. This handout is not all-inclusive; it supplements information you will receive
during orientation briefings. When used in this publication, the word “he” represents both the masculine
and feminine genders, unless otherwise stated.

2. You will find the next two weeks very demanding and rewarding. What you get out of WLC depends
on how you are willing to invest yourself. The cadre will give their utmost in order to provide quality
training.

3. The following program of instruction (POI) is designed to develop those attributes, which will ensure
the necessary self-confidence and sense of responsibility required of the modern noncommissioned
officer.
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY

United States Army Noncommissioned Officers Academy
Sheridan Road
Fort Bliss, Texas 79916-6501

ATSA-NCO-AW (351-1a) 30 JAN 09

MEMORANDUM FOR Personnel Concerned

SUBJECT: Welcome Letter

1. I would like to welcome you to the Fort Bliss Noncommissioned Officers Academy and the Warrior Leaders
Course (WLC).

2. The mission of the Academy is to provide leaders of character and competence that can fight and win the nations
war while serving the common defense of the United States. You are here to begin your training to become a leader
of character and competence. This is your first step in the Soldier development process, where you will build upon
the base of values and ethics. You will learn values, attributes, and actions that make up the Be, Know, and Do
requirements of a leader. “BY EXAMPLE”

3. The POC for this memorandum is SFC Reed @ 568-2399.

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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY

United States Army Air Defense Artillery School
United States Army Noncommissioned Officers Academy
Fort Bliss, Texas 79916

ATSA-NCO-A 30 JAN 09

MEMORANDUM FOR SEE DISTRIBUTION

SUBJECT: Soldiers removed from the Noncommissioned Officers Education System (NCOES)
courses before course completion

1. Soldiers can be removed from NCOES courses by the Noncommissioned Officers Academy
(NCOA) Commandant before course completion for lack of required clothing and equipment (TA-
50) that must be in the Warrior Leaders Course (WLC) Soldier’s possession when reporting for the
course.

2. TRADOC Reg 350-10, pg. 14, par. 2-3 (12 AUG 02), Prerequisites for each course will be
published in each school’s appropriate Army Training Requirements and Resource System (ATRRS)
catalog. Ensuring Soldiers meet established course qualifications and pre-requisites are an individual
and unit commander responsibility.

3. AR 350-1, pg. 45, para 3-18b (1) – 3-18b (6), 3 AUG 07 - Under certain conditions, students may
be dismissed from courses for the following reasons.
1) Personal conduct is such that continuance in the course is not appropriate.
2) Negative attitude or lack of motivation is prejudicial to the interests of other students.
3) Academic deficiency demonstrated by failure to meet course standards or lack of academic
progress that makes it unlikely that the student can successfully meet the standards
established for graduation.
4) Illness or injury (as determined by a physician), or added physical profile limitation.
5) Compassionate reasons.

4. Failure to comply with any of the NCOA established policies could result in a student’s possible
early dismissal from the course.

5. Failure to comply with required clothing and equipment requirements could result in a student
dismissal from NCOES courses within 72 hours of the reporting period.
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SECTION II
PROGRAM OF INSTRUCTION

1. LEADERSHIP:
a. Army Leadership.
b. Conduct Developmental Counseling.
c. The Army Writing Style
d. Commandant’s Orientation
e. Introduction To WLC
f. History Of The NCO
g. NCOER
h. Sexual Assault Prevention and Response
i. Personal Recovery
j. Cultural Awareness
k. Junior Leader Battlemind Principles

2. TRAINING:
a. Risk Management.
b. After Action Review (AAR).
c. Training Management
d. Physical Fitness
e. Supervise The Implementation Of Preventive Medicine
f. Suicide Prevention for Junior Leaders

3. WARFIGHTING
a. Map Reading
b. Combat Orders
c. Conduct Individual, Team, and Squad Movement Techniques
d. Occupy An Assembly Area
e. Combat Operations
f. Land Navigation
g. Situational Training Exercise (STX)
h. React to Possible Improvised Explosive Device
i. Casualty Evacuation
j. Tactical Operations Reports
k. Detainee Operation
l. Counterinsurgency
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SECTION III
PREPARATION
1. You will need sufficient funds to defray the costs of haircuts, etc. that will be needed
throughout the course. Extra funds should be readily available. However, you are encouraged to
bring enough personal items to last you 16 days. Do not bring expensive jewelry

2. Inspect all of your equipment for accountability and serviceability prior to the course.
Individuals with dirty or unserviceable equipment will have 72 hours to correct deficiencies. If the
deficiencies are not corrected within 72 hours, the Soldier may be dismissed from the course
IAW CMP, however based on what is missing a student may receive a negative DA Form 4856 and
remain in the course. Students with a negative counseling will be ineligible to graduate with honors
or receive any NCOA awards. Ensure all of your uniforms are in accordance with AR 670-1.
UNIFORMS DO NOT HAVE TO BE NEW, JUST SERVICEABLE.

3. Only units with a Memorandum of Agreement on file will be allowed to acquire CTA 50 items
from the academy. Magazines, compasses, and protective masks will be available to units who
arrange prior to attending WLC.

4. Do not schedule any appointments, and ensure that no personal problems will arise that
may prohibit your performance/attendance in WLC. The academy Chain of Command will assist
with any unforeseen problems/emergencies that may arise.

5. Ensure that you are trained in the following areas prior to attending WLC:
a. 40 Hrs of Map Reading and Land Navigation. (FM 3-21.26)
b. Physical Fitness (FM 21-20)
c. Skill Level 10 task IAW STP 21-1 SMCT (First Aid / Map Reading / Clearing a
Weapon)

6. The only PT uniform that will be worn is the official Army IPFU as prescribed in AR 670-1. The
short sleeve and long sleeve gray T-shirt (ARMY not faded and NSN on tag), black shorts (ARMY
not faded with liners and NSN), jacket top with zip up front (NSN on tag), black pants (NSN on tag),
knit cap (Gray, Black is authorized until 30 Sep 09 IAW ALARACT 004/2008), or black spandex (no
logos or markings), and serviceable/clean running shoes. The IPFU Army physical fitness
uniform is the only authorized uniform. It must be complete. Ensure you bring properly fitted
socks.

7. Soldiers that are required to wear eyeglasses must bring at least one pair of military issue glasses,
one pair civilian glasses and protective mask inserts.

8. Ensure boots are “broken in” prior to report date to properly prevent the acquiring of
blisters during marching from the different locations. You are not required to have “new”
boots, just ensure they are serviceable.
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9. In order to attend WLC, all Soldiers must meet the following requirements:

a. Be recommended to attend WLC by their immediate commander.

b. If in a promotable status (Soldier must report with a current copy of their DA Form 2A/ERB
indicating current promotion points or possess a current copy of the C10 roster in order to
verify promotable status).
c. ENSURE THE PRE-EXECUTION CHECKLIST (TRADOC Form 350-18-2-R-E (APR
2007) IS FILLED OUT PRIOR TO ARRIVING AT WLC. FAILURE TO DO SO
WILL CAUSE A DELAY DURING IN-PROCESSING
d. Have WLC Clothing and Equipment memorandum signed by student’s first line
supervisor.
e. Ensure that the GT score as well as all line scores are annotated on the ERB.
f. Ensure that complete and current PUHLES data is annotated on the ERB.

10. SOLDIERS MUST HAVE A CAC (ID) CARD THAT HAS A VALID PIN NUMBER;
THIS IS IN ORDER TO DIGITALLY SIGN ALL PAPERWORK.

SECTION IV
ADMINISTRATION
11. This section outlines the general policies of the Army, and the Warrior Leaders Course. It will
explain the standards of behavior, conduct, and performance that will be expected of all students.

12. In-processing –Soldiers will report to BLDG 1006, NLT 0445 on the scheduled day (Day 0), in
the IPFU with NO SPANDEX. The weigh-in and in processing will commence at 0500. Also, during
the remainder of Day 0, student’s equipment will be inventoried and all deficiencies will be noted.
Sponsors will have a briefing at 1300hrs (Day 0) in the Blankenbecler room inside of Bldg. 2E.
on the 1st floor. All sponsors must sign-in and be present for this briefing to obtain pertinent
information for the course and general guidelines. Students will have 72 hours to fix any
deficiencies noted (refer to Page 5 Para. 2). Students will be administered an APFT on Day 1.
Soldiers who fail the initial APFT will be retested 7 to 14 days after the initial APFT. Soldiers who
fail to meet the body fat standards of AR 600-9 will be retested 7 to 14 days after the initial screening.
Soldiers failing the retest of APFT and/or body composition screening will receive a “Marginally
Achieved Course Standards” rating on DA Form 1059.

13. Soldiers with permanent profiles, category III and IV, must have been screened by a (MRB)
medical screening board, and have been allowed to retain their MOS with eligibility to attend
appropriate NCOES. A copy of the medical screening board results must accompany the Soldier
to the in processing.

14. Soldiers are no longer required to hand carry a copy of the Cardio-vascular medical screening to
service schools. Ensure that your unit places the physical date from the SF 88 or DD Form 2808 on
the pre-execution checklist Part II. This will confirm that the Soldier has been medically screened
within the last 5 years. IAW AR 40-501, Para 8-19c (3), all personnel on active duty will have a
periodic examination on record no older than 5 years beginning at age 30.

15. During the initial 72 hours of the course, the sponsor will attain any items deficient or missing
for their designated Soldier(s). There will be no exception to this procedure unless approved by the
Chief Instructor.
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16. Soldiers must have in their possession the following documentation for in-processing:

a. Unit Pre-Execution Checklist.

b. APFT Waiver (if applicable).
c. DA Form 1610 (Not required if stationed on Fort Bliss).
d. Current ID card. If ID card is not current, Soldier must present re-enlistment or extension
paperwork.
e. Current ERB.
f. Physical Profile, if applicable. (Only permanent profiles will be accepted for enrollment.
Temporary Profiles will result being denied enrollment into the course, only is exception is
nonperformance deterring (shaving) and GWOT injuries refer to CMP for explanation.
g. WLC Clothing and Equipment memorandum signed by student’s first line supervisor.

17. Soldiers’ haircut, appearance, and tattoo(s) must be in accordance with AR 670-1 in order
to be admitted into WLC.

18. U.S. ARMY TATTOO POLICY (All Commanders are required to screen and counsel all
Soldiers to ensure that they are in compliance with the Army Tattoo Policy IAW AR 670-1, AR
600-20, DA PAM 600-15, ALARACT MESSAGE 017-2006) :
(1) Tattoos or brands that are extremist, indecent, sexist, or racist are prohibited, regardless of
location on the body, as they are prejudicial to good order and discipline within units.

(a) Extremist tattoos or brands are those affiliated with, depicting, or symbolizing extremist
philosophies, organizations, or activities. Extremist philosophies, organizations, and activities are
those which advocate racial, gender or ethnic hatred or intolerance; advocate, create, or engage in
illegal discrimination based on race, color, gender, ethnicity, religion, or national origin; or
advocate violence or other unlawful means of depriving individual rights under the U.S.
Constitution, Federal, or State law (see para 4-12 , AR 600-20).

(b) Indecent tattoos or brands are those that are grossly offensive to modesty, decency, or
propriety; shock the moral sense because of their vulgar, filthy, or disgusting nature or tendency
to incite lustful thought; or tend reasonably to corrupt morals or incite libidinous thoughts.

(c) Sexist tattoos or brands are those that advocate a philosophy that degrades or demeans a
person based on gender, but that may not meet the same definition of "indecent."

(d) Racist tattoos or brands are those that advocate a philosophy that degrades or demeans a
person based on race, ethnicity, or national origin.
19. Soldiers who are not in compliance with the Army Tattoo Policy will be counseled and their
Chain of Command will be notified.

20. Soldiers will be issued meal cards and linen during in-processing.

21. Storage of luggage and excess baggage is not available, so plan accordingly.

22. Out-processing - Soldiers will clear through the administrative and supply sections prior to their
departure from WLC.
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SECTION V
GENERAL POLICIES
1. Open door policies:

a. Chief Instructor – Any student that has a problem may request to see the Chief Instructor,
provided that they have attempted to resolve the problem with either the Small Group Leader,
or the Senior Instructor.
b. Commandant – All students should try to resolve their problems through the WLC Chain of
Command. If the problem cannot be resolved this way, the student may then request to see
the Commandant.

c. Student’s Chain of Command:

(1) Team Leader.
(2) Squad Leader.
(3) Platoon Sergeant.
(4) Student First Sergeant.
(5) Small Group Leader.
(6) Senior Instructor.
(7) Chief Instructor, WLC.
(8) Deputy Commandant.
(9) Commandant.

2. Student Chain of Command – The Student Chain of Command is designed to give each student
the opportunity to function in various leadership positions throughout the course. Each student will
hold a minimum of one position in garrison, and one position in the field. Students will exercise the
authority and assume the responsibilities of the position they are holding. Students must understand
that while at WLC they must respond to the orders of the student chain of command without
hesitation. Regardless of a student’s actual rank, they will respect and treat other students as peers
while attending WLC. Any student who is a sergeant or corporal caught "pulling rank" on other
students will be disciplined accordingly.

3. Sexual Harassment – Sexual Harassment is a type of sex discrimination. Sexual harassment

violates acceptable standards, and interferes with mission accomplishment and unit cohesion. It is the
attempt to control, influence, or affect the career, pay, or job of a Soldier or civilian employee by
using sexually oriented behavior. Any verbal comments, gestures, or physical contact of a sexual
nature will not be tolerated.

4. Privately Owned Vehicles – If a student drove to WLC, the student’s vehicle will be parked in the
6th ADA Brigade Headquarters parking lot.

5. Fraternization - Fraternization between students and cadre will not be tolerated. Infractions will
be investigated and handled accordingly.

6. Telephones/Cell Phones- Autovon telephones are available for your use in BLDG 2E. Use of the
telephones in BLDG 1006 will be limited to personal time only. You are allowed to use your cell
phone during your personal time at BLDG 1006 and in designated break areas near BLDG 2E!
Phone must be off or on vibrate so as not to be a distraction during class. The prescribed break area is
the only area cell phones will be used around the Academy area. Students caught using their cell
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phone in unauthorized areas or if their phone sounds inside the Academy the Student will be
counseled and considered for dismissal.

NCO Academy / WLC phone numbers:

NCO Academy Headquarters- DSN 978-2440 or (915) 568-2440

WLC Operations Office- DSN 978-5820 or (915)568-5820
Instructor on Duty (IOD) - BLDG 1006 DSN 978-5177 or (915) 568-5177
Sponsor Contact – DSN 978-2430 or (915) 568-2430

7. Medical and Dental - Medical services are available at the Ft. Bliss Troop Medical Clinic. If a
student needs to go on sick call, they must notify the instructor of the day prior to the first
accountability formation. At 0700 student will call to schedule an appointment. Students must
arrange for their sponsor for transportation. No family members may take students to and from sick
call. Cadre will transport Soldiers not assigned to Ft. Bliss to the TMC.

8. There are numerous ways for students to be released from the course, but the most common are:

a. Compassionate release – Compassionate action or emergency arises which requires the

student to leave the course. (The Soldier’s unit submits this request after verification of
reason.)
b. Medical release – If a student is unable to complete all requirements of the course due to
serious illness, injury, or prohibitive (temporary) profile.
c. Motivational dismissals – Results after counseling proves to be ineffective, and is
unsuccessful in correcting the students’ performance.
d. Disciplinary dismissals – Results from students violating the Uniform Code of Military
Justice, school policies, and or conduct unbecoming of a Noncommissioned Officer.
e. Academic dismissals – Results if a student fails any examination or evaluation, and is unable
to pass the retest or reevaluation.

9. Counseling sessions will be used to help develop professional standards as well as to

evaluate the student’s overall performance.

11. Privately owned weapons (POW’s) -Students scheduled to attend the course are not authorized to
utilize, or store privately owned weapons in the barracks. POW’s will be registered with the
Provost Marshall Office and stored in the NCO Academy’s arms room until graduation. The
possessions of weapons (i.e. guns, knives, clubs, martial arts devices, or nightsticks) are strictly
prohibited at the Noncommissioned Officer Academy and will result in removal from the course. The
possession of Gerber’s or any other tools is also prohibited.

12. Honors and awards:

a. Distinguished Honor Graduate – Awarded to the one Soldier who achieves the highest
academic average (95% or higher) and receives a first time “GO” on all performance-
evaluated events. Students must receive superior ratings in all evaluated areas on the DA
Form 1059. If a student receives an adverse or negative counseling they will not be eligible
for this award.
b. Honor Graduate – Awarded to the one Soldier who achieves the second highest academic
average (90% or higher) and receives a first time “GO” on all performance-evaluated events.
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Students must receive superior ratings in all evaluated areas on the DA Form 1059. If a
student receives an adverse or negative counseling they will not be eligible for this award.
c. Iron Soldier Award – For the one Soldier who achieves the highest score on the initial APFT
with a score of at least 300.
d. Commandant’s List – Will not exceed 20 percent of the class enrollment. This percentage
includes the Distinguished Honor Graduate and the Honor Graduate.
e. Commandant’s Leadership Award – There is only one leadership award recipient. Each class
will nominate a student to their SGLs for approval. The nominee will then appear before a
board comprised of the Chief Instructor and the Senior Instructors. The board will designate
the leadership award to the nominee who receives the board’s highest evaluation. The board
study guide will be the Warrior Leader Course Smart Book. The nominee must meet the
following prerequisites:
(1) Received no adverse developmental counseling. Received a superior rating in Block 14c
(Leadership Skills) of their AER.
(2) Selected by their peers with final recommendation by the SGL.

Note: In the event of a tie, the commandant will use the score of the APFT as a tiebreaker for these
honors. If they are the same, the commandant will use their date of birth.

Note: Any student who receives an adverse or negative developmental counseling will be ineligible
for all of the above honors.

SECTION VI
STUDENT STANDARDS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. The Ft. Bliss NCO Academy upholds and enforces the standards of the United States Army
without exception. As a student representing the NCO Corps, you will be required to meet the
following standards.

a. Barracks – Gambling or playing of cards is strictly prohibited. Loud, profane, or boisterous

behavior is also prohibited. No member of the opposite sex may enter or visit the room of a
Soldier of the opposite sex unless he or she is a member of the current student chain of
command, and is conducting official military business. Consumption of food and drinks in
the barracks is authorized.

b. Off-duty – Students are never considered off-duty. If there is a break in the training schedule,
students are still required to maintain discipline, and conduct themselves in a professional
manner. Any consumption of alcohol or drugs during the duration of the course is a severe
violation of academy policy and will not be tolerated.

c. Visitation – Visitation hours will be determined and announced by the Chief Instructor.
Visitation is designed to allow sponsors of students to see the progress made, and for the
student to inform sponsors of any special needs that may have arisen. The days for visitation
at BLDG 1006 are on Tuesday and Thursday 1900-2100. Duty days during lunch or dinner at
the DFAC (Bldg 906). No family members may visit with the students. Only the student’s
immediate chain of command/NCO support channel may attend the lunch or dinner meal, the
dining facility is located at BLDG 906. Reservations for meal visitation must be made the
business day prior by calling 568-5820 (DSN 978-5820). All personnel visiting the academy
area for visitation or dropping off items for a student at BLDG 2E will be in a uniform
prescribed in AR 670-1.
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d. Usage of cell phones - Students will be allowed to have their cell phone on their person in
the event of an emergency while placed on pass. All students will ensure that they have a
recall roster and at a minimum the number to the Instructor of the Day, Senior Instructors,
and WLC Operations. If a Soldier has a cell phone on them during classroom instruction the
phone will be placed on vibrate or turned off so as not to become a distraction during class.
The only authorized place that a student may have their cell phone out for use is while
on break and in the break area only. If a Soldier is caught with a phone out in the hallways
of building 2E, while not in the designated break area, or the phone goes off in class the
student will be counseled and considered for dismissal from the course. The Chief Instructor
has the authorization to terminate the use of cell phones if disciplinary problems become a
distraction to the course.

e. Inspections – Rooms and living areas will be ready for inspection NLT 0430 daily. Daily
inspections (announced and unannounced) are conducted so students can obtain and maintain
high standards.

f. Military Courtesy – These will be the students actions in the following situations:
(1) When addressed by or addressing an officer you will remain at the position of attention
until told otherwise. When a field grade officer or a general officer enters the academy
area, the first person to recognize them as such will call “ACADEMY ATTENTION”.
While in the classroom with class is in session “ATTENTION” will not be called. If
outside in a group, or in the break areas, the first person to recognize the officer will call
the group to attention and render the proper courtesy accompanied by the greeting of the
day.

(2) When addressed by or addressing a noncommissioned officer you will remain at parade
rest. When a Chief Instructor or higher enters the NCO Academy area the first person to
recognize them as such will call “AT EASE”. While in the classroom with class in
session “AT EASE” will not be called. If outside in a group, or in the break areas, the
first person to recognize a noncommissioned officer is approaching will call “AT EASE”
and render the greeting of the day.
(3) The greeting of the day will be rendered to both officers and noncommissioned officers
respectively.
g. Marching in formation- Student leadership will be in place and responsible for all student
movement from building 1006, building 906, and to building 2E. While in formation
students will conduct themselves as professional Soldiers. The use of “cat calls” or “Jody
calls” and or any cadence that can be construed as distasteful or disrespectful will not be
used. Soldiers will use only routes that have been prescribed for movement to and from these
locations. The student leadership will ensure that all safety measures are enforced (i.e. road
guards with reflective vests and flashlights, minimum of two in front and two in the back of
formations).

2. Uniform – The Improved Physical Fitness Uniform will be worn during PT. The duty uniform
will be ACU uniform unless otherwise specified by the training schedule or by WLC cadre. The
cadre will announce the uniform for special events i.e. graduation and social events.
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SECTION VII
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
1. Barracks standards –
The following will be accomplished prior to 0430 hours daily.
a. All Floors will be swept, mopped, and waxed.
b. Windows closed and windowsills will be clean.
c. Wall lockers neat and orderly. At no time will dirty laundry be stored inside of the wall
locker.
d. Bunks will be made. Students will sleep head to toe in order to minimize communicable
diseases.
e. All trashcans emptied turned right side up, and a clean trash bag placed inside.
f. Lights will be turned off when not in use.
g. All Footgear cleaned, and properly aligned.
h. All furniture dust free and clean.
i. Refrigerators free of excess frost, and clean.
j. Baseboards clean.
k. All doors will be locked to include wall lockers and drop lids, when the room is unoccupied
or not in use.
l. Duffel bags will be locked at all times.
m. Trash will be emptied, and a clean bag placed inside

2. Break Areas –
a. Trashcans emptied, and a clean bag placed inside.
b. Area policed after each break.
c. Weeds and grass will be pulled out of sidewalk cracks and rocked areas as needed.

3. Classrooms –
a. Floors clean, free of debris, and vacuumed.
b. Chairs and tables aligned, and all materials dressed, and uniform with other sections.
c. Tabletops cleaned prior to departing for the day.
d. Windows and windowsills clean.
e. Dry erase boards clean and organized.
f. Lights will be turned off when not in use.
g. Baseboards clean.
h. Trash cans emptied, and a clean bag placed inside.
i. Coffeepots and utensils clean.

4. Latrines –
a. Floors cleaned, mopped and no wax applied.
b. Baseboards clean.
c. Urinals and toilets clean with lids down.
d. Toilet tissue in each stall.
e. Windows and windowsills will be clean, windows will be left open six inches.
f. Lights will be turned off when not in use.
g. Sinks clean and soap trays clean.
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h. Mirrors clean and streak free.

i. Shower stalls clean and free of soap build-up.
j. Trash cans emptied, and a clean bag placed inside.
5. Laundry rooms –
a. Washers and dryers will not be unplugged.
b. Doors will be closed when not in use.
c. Washers will be free of dirt and detergent inside and out.
d. Dryers will be free of dirt and lint inside and out.
e. Lint traps from dryers will be free of lint and replaced in the dryer ready for use.
f. Lights will be turned off when not in use.
g. Trash will be emptied, and a clean bag placed inside
h. Windows and sills clean, windows will be left open six inches.

6. Offices –
a. Floors clean, free of debris, and vacuumed.
b. Trash will be emptied, and a clean bag placed inside.
c. Windows closed and windows and sills will be clean.
d. Lights will be turned off when not in use.
e. Furniture clean and organized.

7. Conference room –
a. Floors clean, free of debris, swept and mopped.
b. Chairs aligned and furniture clean.
c. Lights will be turned off when not in use.
d. Windows closed and windows and sills clean.
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Description REQ M UN F Description REQ M UN F

1 Bag, Duffel 1 57 STP-21-1-SMCT (DEC 2007) 1
2 Bag, Barracks 2 58 Alarm Clock 1
3 Bag, Waterproof 2 59 Laundry Detergent (liquid or powder) 1
4 Sleeping Bag or Gortex Sleeping Bag (4 parts) 1 60 Sunblock/Sunscreen 1
5 Band, Helmet, Camouflage Cover, ACU 1 61 Blank Adapter, M16A2 (Red) 1
6 Cover, Helmet Camouflage, ACU 1 62 Notebook, (5X7 or larger, for class notes) 1
7 Helmet, Kevlar, ACH 1 63 Pencil, Mechanical (.5mm) 2
8 Belt, Individual Equipment 1 64 Ruler 1
9 Case, Field First Aid w/ dressing or IFAK 1 65 Hangers (White, Metal or Plastic) 15
10 Body Armor (FLAK Vest), OR IBA, 1 66 Jacket, ACU (Note 1) 2 SETS OF PATCHES 4
(without plates) (Note 10) 67 Trousers, ACU (Note 1) 4
11 Rucksack w/frame, OR MOLLE 1 68 Civilian Clothing 1 Set
12 Entrenching Tool 1 69 Aprx $50 for expenses during course (Note 4)
13 Carrier, Entrenching Tool 1 70 Whistle 1
14 Flashlight L shape, w/batteries & blue lens 1 71 EYE PROTECTION (Note 6) 1pr
15 Parka Wet Weather 1 72 Assault Pack/Back Pack (Note 7) 1
16 Trouser Wet Weather 1 73 Army issued water carrying device (Note 3)
17 Overshoes, Rubber 1 PR 74 Bee sting kit (if needed) (Note 5)
18 Poncho 1 The Following Is Mandatory Clothing For Female Soldiers:
19 Mask, Chemical Protective complete 1 1 Brassieres, Plain White Or Neutral 4
20 Cap, Patrol, ACU 1 2 Panties, Cotton, Plain White Or Neutral 7
21 Beret, Black w/Flash and DUI 2
22 *Baklava 1
23 Belt, Trousers, TAN Rigger Belt 1
First line supervisors will sign below to provide they have inspected
24 Army Combat Boots (Tan) 2 PR
25 Socks, Cushion Sole, (Black or Green) OG 508 7 PR
their Soldiers equipment prior to in-processing into the course.
26 *Coat, Cold Weather Camouflage (Note 9) 1
27 *Liner, Coat, Cold Weather (optional) 1
28 Gloves, Leather Black Shell 1 PR Student:
29 Inserts, Glove, Wool 2 PR Print Name_________________________________
30 Undershirt, Cotton ACU tan 7
31 *Drawers, Cold Weather OR NINJA SUIT 2 Signature/Date______________________________
32 *Undershirt, Cold Weather OR NINJA SUIT 2
33 IPFU Top 1
34 IPFU Pants 1
35 IPFU Trunks 2 Supervisor:
36 IPFU Shirt, Short Sleeve 2 Print Name_________________________________
37 IPFU Shirt, Long Sleeve 1
38 *PT Cap, GRAY (Note 8) 1 Signature/Date: _____________________________
39 Shoes, Running SERVICABLE 1 PR
40 Socks, Athletic (White) Crew or Calf Length 5 PR
41 Mattress, Pad / Sleeping Mat 1
42 Magazine, 30 rd., M16A2 7 KEVLAR/ACH HELMET (will be worn in accordance with the students
unit SOP)
43 Kit, Cleaning M16 complete w/CLP 1
44 Kit, Personal Hygiene w/Articles (Note 2) 1
45 Washcloth, Brown 4
* = ITEMS NEEDED FOR WINTER MONTHS ONLY (OCT – APR)
46 Towel, Bath, Brown 4
47 Shoes, Shower 1 PR
48 Lock, Key Or Combination (Civilian Type 3 EA
Only)
49 Drawers, Brown 7
50 ID CARD, CURRENT, WITH VALID PIN # 1
51 Protractor, GTA 5-2-12, 1981 Coord. Scale 2
52 Compass-Lensatic-MILITARY ISSUE ONLY 1
53 Wrist Watch 1
54 Eye Glasses and Inserts, Military issue 2 PR
(If applicable) one set can be civilian
55 Ear Plugs, W/ Case 1 PR
56 Camo Stick (Light Green/Loam) or Pack 1
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Part 1 of the Pre-Execution Checklist must reflect that the Soldier has all appropriate clothing and equipment. All students must bring all
seasonal clothing and equipment that is on the attached checklist.

The Ft. Bliss NCO Academy will not issue missing TA-50 items except for the following circumstances:

™ Coordination is made with the Chief BEFORE the student arrives at WLC.
™ The student presents a memorandum listing the missing items and the reason why the unit couldn’t obtain the items.
™ The above memorandum must be signed by the Soldiers commander with no “For” line.

It is the responsibility of the unit and sponsor to correct all shortages prior to the student arriving for in-processing.

NOTES:
1. A total of 4 sets of ACU serviceable duty uniforms will be brought.
2. The personal hygiene kit will consist of: soap /w dish, shaving articles, tooth brush /w case, tooth paste, razors w/ shaving cream
(if not an electric razor) and deodorant.
3. An army issued water (hydration) carrying device is required. If an army issued Camelback like item is not brought, then two
canteens with carrying cases and a cup is required. These items will be worn on or over the body armer
4. Expenses to include haircuts, personal hygiene products and optional purchases.
5. Students with allergic reactions to insect bites or bee stings are required to bring their own personal bee sting kits.
6. Must have one pair of eye protection IAW authorized protective Eyewear List.
7. Students can have one of these items to carry needed materials to classroom.
8.. Black Knit PT Cap and Black Micro Fleece knit Cap is authorized for use until 30 September 2009 IAW ALARACT 004/2008
9. The coat, cold weather ,woodland camouflage pattern (field jacket) for AC, USAR, and ARNG have a wear out date of 30 SEP
2010 IAW with ALARACT 004/2008.
10. Must have two ammo pouches. If you cannot attach to your body armor you must then bring another form of Army issued Load
bearing device.

** If the deficiencies are not corrected within 72 hours, the Soldier will be dismissed from the course IAW CMP, however to
our discretion students that don’t have all required equipment after 72hrs may receive a negative counseling and remain in
the course. Students with a negative counseling will be ineligible to graduate with honors or receive NCOA awards.
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