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Can a Leader SMOKE a Soldier?

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This subject is covered under AR 600-20 paragraph 4-19.  And FM 7-22.  Please pay special attention to 4-19b(3)(a) of AR 600-20.  Basically, smoke sessions are not authorized as they are a form of punishment.  With that stated leaders can use a reasonable number of physical exercises as corrective training if authorized by the commander (See FM 7-22 extract below).

This response is based on the information you provided.  If you decide to approach a leader concerning this subject ensure you have: the facts, are professional, calm, respectful, and unemotional.  Be careful not to challenged or be perceived as challenging the leader’s authority.

Only you can decide the proper course of action in your situation.  Hope this information helps.

AR 600-20

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Mark is a Retired Command Sergeant Major with 26 years of military leadership experience. He held 3 military occupational specialties (Field Artillery, Nuclear Weapons Tech, and Ammunition Ordnance). Mark is one of the leading military authors in the fields of leadership, counseling, and training.

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