Day 4 – GTO Tasks II
The final outdoor assessments and the culmination of the Personal Interview phase. This is where your stamina meets leadership.
Visual Mind Map
Sequence of Events
Task Breakdown
Individual Obstacles
3 MinutesPerform 10 obstacles of varying difficulties. Each obstacle has specified points (1 to 10).
Stamina, physical courage, agile decision making, and determination.
Command Task
15 MinutesYou are made a Commander and must lead two subordinates to clear a specific obstacle zone.
Leadership, command ability, human resource utilization, and intelligence.
OLQs Assessed on Day 4
This day is critical for testing your individual capabilities and your ability to lead others under pressure.
Common Mistakes
- Giving up mid-way through a difficult obstacle.
- Shouting at subordinates during the Command Task.
- Failing to explain the plan during HGT/Command task.
Do's and Don'ts
Do's
- • Keep a smile and positive attitude.
- • Lead from the front in physical tasks.
- • Be appreciative of your subordinates.
Don'ts
- • Don't jump from obstacles incorrectly.
- • Don't dominate the Lecturette by noise.
- • Don't lie in the Personal Interview.
Solved Case Study
Command Task Scenario
Situation:
Your task is to transport a heavy load over a 15ft bomb-threat zone using a plank and rope, but your main subordinate is struggling with the weight.
Commander yells: "Why are you so slow? Just move it!" then does the work himself while subordinates watch.
Why it fails: Lack of leadership, poor resource management, loss of temper.
Commander: "Place the plank first to distribute weight. I will hold the support, you slide it across."
OLQs: Effective Intel, Cooperation, Initiative.
How to Prepare Daily
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