They observe rules and regulations governing vehicle operations, safety practices, and rules of the road. They complete daily operational records, perform required operator maintenance services, and assist unit personnel in performing unit maintenance on assigned vehicles. The motor transport mission to be carried out will determine the planning process on how the convoy is to be organized and controlled. Details on convoys appear in FM 55-30 . Movement requirements in the division area place a severe burden on the traffic and tonnage capabilities of the roads.
Movement control is carried out by use of convoy clearances and the highway traffic plan.
This plan is a combination of SOPs, directives, regulations, and overlays concerning control of the roadnet. Convoys are broken down into the march column, the serial, and the march unit. Start and release points. Fire support and coordination. Feeding the troops.