Basic Rifle Marksmanship

(BRM)
BRM Period 1

TERMINAL LEARNING OBJECTIVE

Perform Introductory Basic Rifle Marksmanship Training on the M16-Series Rifle / M4-Series Carbine CONDITIONS: Given an M16-Series rifle / M4-Series Carbine; one 30round magazine; three 5.56mm dummy rounds; disassembly mat (GTA 07-01-039 or GTA 07-01-045); a cleaning kit with the following cleaning materials: swabs, pipe cleaner; and cleaner, lubricant and preservative (CLP); and wearing the ACU w/ soft cap STANDARDS: The Soldier will demonstrate the 4 tenets of weapon safety and explain the 3 weapon readiness statuses; maintain the M16-Series Rifle / M4-Series Carbine, magazine, and ammunition; load and unload an M16Series Rifle / M4-Series Carbine

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INTRODUCTION
Weapons Handling Clearing Characteristics Disassembly Maintenance Assembly Function Check Load/Unload Correct Malfunctions 5.56mm Ammunition Peer Coaching Sights Range Operations Safety
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ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE - A

Familiarize with the US Army Basic Rifle Marksmanship Training Process CONDITIONS: In a classroom; given an overview of the US Army BRM process STANDARDS: Soldier is familiar with: the three BRM phases and the ten BRM periods; the four tenets of weapon safety; weapon handling procedures; the three weapon readiness statuses; and negligent discharge ACTION:

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Overview
Phase I. Preliminary Marksmanship Instruction. BRM 1 - Introduction to BRM BRM 2 - Marksmanship Fundamentals and Range Procedures using local facilities BRM 3 -Marksmanship Fundamentals and Range Procedures using the Engagement Skills Trainer (EST) 2000 Phase II. Downrange Feedback. BRM 4 Group and Zero at 25 meters on a 25 meter zero range. BRM 5 Confirm Zero at distances up to 300 meters on a known distance (KD) range.

Phase III. Field Firing. BRM 6 Single Targets at variable ranges on a field fire or KD range. BRM 7 Single and Multiple Targets at variables ranges and exposure times using the EST 2000. BRM 8 Single and Multiple Targets at variables ranges and exposure times on a field fire range using location of hit and miss (LOMAH), if available. BRM 9 Practice Qualification fire on a Automated Record Fire Range. BRM 10 Qualification fire on a Automated Record Fire Range.

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Four Basic Tenets of Weapon Safety
ALWAYS treat EVERY weapon as if it is loaded NEVER point your weapon at anything you do not intend to shoot - Maintain muzzle awareness

ALWAYS keep your weapon on "Safe unless you are going to squeeze the trigger
ALWAYS keep your finger outside the Trigger Well unless you are ready to shoot

Weapon Handling
SAFE Position
Your Weapon should always be on SAFE unless stored in unit arms room or immediately prior to an engagement of a target.

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Weapon Positions
Individual Weapon positions Weapon Firing Positions (Basic and Advanced) Used when actively firing your weapon. Weapon Ready Positions (High and Low) Used when moving and the threat level is high.

Weapon Carry Positions (Includes sling arms, low port carry, the carrying handle carry, etc.) Used when moving and the threat level is low.
Manual of Arms Positions Used during drill and ceremonies.
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Identify Weapon Status
Weapon Status is described by one of three conditions. The steps in the loading and unloading process take the weapon through these three specific conditions of readiness. Green Weapon on Safe No magazine inserted in weapon Bolt forward, ejection port cover closed Amber Weapon on Safe Magazine with ammunition inserted in weapon Bolt forward, no round in chamber, ejection port cover closed Red Weapon on Safe Magazine with ammunition inserted in weapon Round chambered, ejection port cover closed
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Negligent Discharge

Negligent discharge is the unintentional firing of a weapon. Negligent discharges are UNACCEPTABLE! Negligent discharges are a result of improper safety procedures.

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ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE - B

Identify the Characteristics of the M16Series Rifle / M4-Series Carbine CONDITIONS: Given an M16-Series Rifle / M4-Series Carbine STANDARDS: The student will familiarize with the basic characteristics of the M16-Series Rifle / M4-Series Carbine ACTION:

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Weapon Characteristics
Overview

All M16-/M4-series weapons are magazine-fed, gasoperated, air-cooled, shoulder-fired 5.56-millimeter weapons. This section describes the general characteristics and components of M16-/M4-series weapons.

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M16A2

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M4 CARBINE PARTS

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Weapon Characteristics
Identify Interior Parts

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Weapon Characteristics
Mechanical Sequence
Feeding Chambering Locking Firing Unlocking Extracting Ejecting Cocking

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ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE - C

ACTION: Familiarize with 5.56mm Ammunition CONDITIONS: Given the following 5.56mm ammunition: M199 Dummy M200 Blank M862 SRTA M193 Ball M196 Tracer M855 Ball M856 Tracer M995 Armor Piercing (AP) STANDARDS: The Soldier is familiar with 5.56mm rounds
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Types of Ammunition for the M4/M16-Series Rifle

M199A1, Dummy

M200, Blank

M862, Short-Range Training Ammunition (SRTA)

M193, Ball

M196, Tracer

M855, Ball

M856, Tracer

M995 Armor Piercing (AP)

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ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE - D

Maintain an M16-Series Rifle / M4-Series Carbine CONDITIONS: Given an M16-Series Rifle / M4-Series Carbine, magazine, 5.56mm ammunition, and small arms cleaning materials STANDARDS: Demonstrate the steps of maintaining the weapon: 1. Clear 2. Disassemble 3. Clean 4. Inspect 5. Lubricate 6. Assemble 22 7. Perform a Function Check ACTION:

Maintain an M4-/M16-Series
Step 1 Clear the Weapon
The first step in maintaining your weapon is to ensure it is unloaded and cleared. - Point the weapon in a safe direction - Attempt to place the weapon on SAFE - Remove the magazine - Lock the bolt open - Inspect the receiver and chamber - Allow the bolt to go forward - Place the weapon on SEMI and squeeze the trigger - Charge the weapon letting the bolt go forward - Place the weapon on SAFE
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CLEAR THE M4/M16-Series Rifle

PRACTICE

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Maintain an M4-/M16-Series
Step 2 Disassemble the Weapon
The second step in maintaining your weapon is to ensure it is disassembled. Remove the Sling Remove the handguards Separate the Upper and Lower Receiver Remove the Bolt Carrier Group and the Charging Handle Disassemble the Bolt Carrier Group Remove the Buffer and Buffer Spring

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Maintain an M4-/M16-Series
Step 3 Clean the weapon
Clean the rifle by removing carbon buildup and lubricating according to lubrication instructions. Make sure you remove any excessive oil from the bore before firing.

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Maintain an M4-/M16-Series
Step 4 Inspect the weapon for Serviceability
Upper Receiver Group Lower Receiver Bolt Carrier Group

Report and turn in unserviceable parts for maintenance.

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Maintain an M4-/M16-Series
Step 5 Lubricate the weapon
NOTE: Lightly lube means apply a film of lubricant barely visible to the eye. Generously lube means apply the lubricant heavily enough so that it can be spread with the finger. Clean the following rifle parts lightly lubricating with CLP Upper receiver and carrying handle Lower Receiver Group Bolt Carrier Group

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Maintain an M4-/M16-Series
Step 6 Assemble the Weapon
The sixth step in maintaining your weapon is to ensure it is disassembled. Reassemble the Buffer and Buffer Spring Reassemble the Bolt Carrier Group Replace the Bolt Carrier Group and the Charging Handle Reassemble the Upper and Lower Receiver Replace the handgaurds Replace the Sling

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Maintain an M4-/M16-Series
Step 7 Perform a Function Check
The final step in maintaining your weapon is to ensure it functions - Check to ensure the weapon is clear and the selector lever is on SAFE. Conduct SAFE Position Checks Conduct SEMI Position Checks Conduct BURST Position Checks

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MAINTAIN THE M4/M16-Series Rifle

PRACTICE

Perform a Function Check

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ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE - E

ACTION: Maintain an M16-Series Rifle / M4-Series Carbine Magazine and Ammunition

CONDITIONS: Given an M16-Series Rifle / M4-Series Carbine Magazine and two Dummy Rounds of Ammunition STANDARDS: The M16-Series Rifle / M4-Series Carbine Magazine is disassembled, inspected and cleaned; the ammunition will be cleaned and inspected.

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MAINTAIN MAGAZINE
Disassemble Magazine Clean Magazine Reassemble Magazine

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MAINTAIN AMMUNITION
Keep dry and clean Do not fire if: - Seriously corroded ammunition - Dented cartridges - Cartridges with loose bullets - Cartridges exposed to extreme heat (135 degrees) until they have cooled

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ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE - F

ACTION: Load and Unload an M16-Series Rifle Magazine / M4-Series Carbine

CONDITIONS: Given an M16-Series Rifle Magazine / M4Series Carbine; a loaded magazine; and a requirement to load/unload the weapon STANDARDS: Correctly load and unload the magazine within 2 minutes

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LOAD / UNLOAD A MAGAZINE

Load a Magazine Single Load Speed Load Unload a Magazine

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ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE - G

ACTION: Load and Unload an M16-Series Rifle / M4-Series Carbine

CONDITIONS: Given an M16-Series Rifle / M4-Series Carbine with a magazine and ammunition

STANDARDS: The Soldier will load the rifle in such a manner that proper chambering of a round is accomplished and will clear the rifle in such a manner that no ammunition remains in the rifle, and the rifle is in a safe condition.
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LOAD AN M16-SERIES RIFLE/ M4-SERIES CARBINE

The magazine may be loaded with the bolt assembly open or closed.

Load weapon with bolt open Load weapon with bolt closed

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UNLOAD AN M16-SERIES RIFLE/ M4-SERIES CARBINE

Remove the Magazine Remove the Ammunition

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LOAD / UNLOAD THE M16-SERIES RIFLE/ M4-SERIES CARBINE

PRACTICE

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ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE - H

ACTION: Correct Malfunctions of an M16-Series Rifle / M4-Series Carbine

CONDITIONS: Given an M16-Series Rifle / M4-Series Carbine that has a malfunction and has stopped firing. STANDARDS: Eliminate the stoppage using immediate action procedures in such a manner that firing is resumed.
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S.P.O.R.T.S.
Slap - Slap upward on the bottom of the magazine

Pull - Pull the charging handle to the rear

Observe - Observe the ejection of a live or expended cartridge Release - Release the charging handle Tap - Tap the forward assist Squeeze - Squeeze the trigger

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REMEDIAL ACTION
Correct an Obstructed Chamber Correct a mechanical malfunction.

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ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE - I

Conduct Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services on an M16-Series Rifle / M4Series Carbine CONDITIONS: In a classroom environment, given an M16-Series Rifle / M4-Series Carbine; DA Form 2404; demonstration, and practical exercise on conducting Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services. STANDARDS: Conduct a proper PMCS on assigned M16-Series Rifle / M4-Series Carbine IAW the appropriate TM 9-1005-310-319-10 ACTION:
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PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS)

Item # column
Interval column

Item to be inspected
Equipment is not ready / available column

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SUMMARY

TERMINAL LEARNING OBJECTIVE

Perform Preliminary Marksmanship Training for an M4/M16Series Rifle

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QUESTIONS

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