Executive Summary

READINESS

NCOs are responsible for Soldier readiness and play a key role in unit readiness. This

competency includes: inspections, comprehensive Soldier fitness (physical, spiritual, emotional,

social, and family), equipment maintenance, Soldier for Life-Transition Assistance Program

(SFL-TAP), resiliency, Medical Protection System (MEDPROS), and financial readiness.

Readiness Examples

1) Prioritize readiness across the formation by forecasting future shortfalls and gaps created

by equipment and personnel changes.

2) Pro-actively address Soldier issues that will affect unit readiness.

3) Assess and manage readiness across the platoon.

4) Understand and teach the impact of Soldier’s individual readiness on the unit.

5) Manage an effective readiness tracking system.

6) Engage with unit's medical providers and Army agencies to resolve individual Soldier’s

readiness issues