Training is the key to accomplishing the mission. Environmental considerations should meld into the planning and implementation of the training process. While this process is Army-specific, it is similar to the process employed by the Marine Corps. In addition to general environmental awareness training, specialized training is required based on certain duties and responsibilities. Some of this specialized environmental training and much of the awareness training can be addressed through integrated instruction or supplemental material as part of the ongoing unit training programs.
Training is the cornerstone of readiness and the basis for credible deterrence and capable defense.
Despite the fact that the military trains for combat, most of the missions performed as a unit will not occur during combat. Units must plan for environmental considerations prior to conducting training. A good leader will not take his soldiers or Marines into a training situation without providing them the essential preparation for success. Just as failure to apply considerations of supply accountability or other legal matters, failure to pay attention to environmental considerations can hinder mission success and increase personal liability. This section focuses on how environmental considerations fit into the planning cycle as discussed in FM 25-101 .