ATP 6-0.5 — Command Post Organization And Operations
ATP 6-0.5 governs command post tactics, procedures, organization, employment, and operations across military headquarters.
- Publication number: ATP 6-0.5
- Title: COMMAND POST ORGANIZATION AND OPERATIONS
- Date: 03/01/2017
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
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It describes command post types, mission command systems, personnel organization, physical layouts, continuous operations, security and defense, and life support. It provides a framework for units to develop and refine standard operating procedures for command post operations.
Applies to: ATP 6-0.5 applies to the Active Army, Army National Guard, Army National Guard of the United States, and United States Army Reserve unless otherwise stated.
Topics covered
- Command post organization
- Mission command systems
- Command post layouts
- Continuous operations
- Command post standard operating procedures
- Command post security and defense
- Command post life support
- Battle tracking
Questions and answers
What is a command post?
A command post (CP) is a unit headquarters where the commander and staff perform their activities (FM 6-0). (paragraph 1-1)
How should commanders organize command posts?
Commanders organize their CPs flexibly to meet changing situations and requirements of different operations (see chapter 2 for CP organization). (paragraph 1-2)
What must command post standard operating procedures cover?
Commanders develop detailed SOPs for all aspects of CP operations to include CP layout, battle drills, meeting requirements, and reporting procedures. (paragraph 1-37)
What staffing is required for continuous command post operations?
CPs must be manned, equipped, and organized to control operations without interruptions. (paragraph 1-38)
What must commanders ensure about command post SOPs?
Commanders ensure that comprehensive and detailed SOPs are developed, maintained, trained upon, and used for all aspects of CP operations. (paragraph 3-5)