Which statement best describes a Restrictive FSCM?

Which statement best describes a Restrictive FSCM?

• A. Impose certain requirements for specific coordination prior to the engagement of those targets affected by the measure
• B. Imposes general orders with no coordination
• C. Authorizes attack without coordination under conditions
• D. Requires confirmation from logistics before firing

Answer: (A)

Restrictive Fire Support Coordination Measures are rules that limit fire with a requirement for coordination before engaging targets that fall under the measure. They set conditions or steps that must be followed to ensure safety, deconfliction, and awareness among units, often needing approval from designated authorities before firing at affected targets. That makes the description of imposing specific coordination requirements prior to engagement the best fit for a restrictive FSCM. General orders with no coordination would not restrict fires; they would allow broader, uncoordinated use. Authorizing attacks without coordination runs opposite the purpose of a restrictive FSCM, which is to require coordination. Requiring confirmation from logistics before firing doesn't capture the coordination with units and target sets that a restrictive FSCM enforces.

Restrictive Fire Support Coordination Measures are rules that limit fire with a requirement for coordination before engaging targets that fall under the measure. They set conditions or steps that must be followed to ensure safety, deconfliction, and awareness among units, often needing approval from designated authorities before firing at affected targets. That makes the description of imposing specific coordination requirements prior to engagement the best fit for a restrictive FSCM.

General orders with no coordination would not restrict fires; they would allow broader, uncoordinated use. Authorizing attacks without coordination runs opposite the purpose of a restrictive FSCM, which is to require coordination. Requiring confirmation from logistics before firing doesn't capture the coordination with units and target sets that a restrictive FSCM enforces.