FM/BS-1361.V3.02 - Perform a herringbone halt and resume movement
To perform the herringbone halt:
- Receive the halt order.
- Decelerate smoothly while maintaining convoy spacing.
- Alternate pulling off to the left or right side of the route at a ~45° angle.
- Angle the vehicle outward from the road axis, maintaining sufficient spacing from adjacent vehicles.
- Halt with wheels/tracks oriented to avoid obstacles or any potential hazards and to allow rapid re-entry to the route.
To resume movement:
- Receive the order to move and wait for the vehicle in front of you to move if you are not the lead vehicle
- Re-enter the route in convoy order.
- Accelerate smoothly and re-establish convoy speed and spacing.
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