What does SALUTE stand for?

• A. Size, Activity, Location, Uniform/Unit, Time, Equipment
• B. Size, Activity, Location, Unit, Time
• C. Secure, Alert, Locate, Use, Terminate, Evacuate
• D. Size, Appearance, Location, Unit, Time, Equipment

Answer: (A)

SALUTE is a quick, standardized way to report observations about potential targets or threats in the field. Each element prompts a specific detail: Size refers to how many people or vehicles are present; Activity is what they are doing; Location is where they are (grid, landmark, or description); Uniform/Unit notes the uniforms or insignia to help identify affiliation; Time records when the observation was made; Equipment lists any weapons or gear seen. This compact format lets a remote observer convey a clear, actionable snapshot to command or teammates. Other options misstate one or more components—for example, using appearance instead of uniform, or omitting equipment—so they don’t match the established reporting method.