1 is in command of the detachment and is responsible for the entire service of the gun,. Normally he acts directly on the orders of the GPO (Gun Position Officer), but during the engagement of tanks he is responsible for fire control after the GPO has ordered "Engage".

During programme shoots, 1 controls the fire of his gun in accordance with written detail of the gun programme, but acts immediately on any verbal orders from the GPO.

1 is responsible that his equipment is in all respects serciceable. He will make members of the detachment responsible to him for the completeness and serviceability of the parts and stores which they examine at examination of equipment.

He is responsible that his is at all times laid at the correct line and elevation for checking that fuse length and charge are correct before loading.

He supervises the preparation and supply of ammunition and reports any unserviceable ammunition to the GPO.

He orders the gun to be loaded and fired.

He is responsible that the maximum protection is provided for his detachment, consistent with service of the gun.

During firing he watches the action of the recoil mechanism and corrects any faults.

During pauses in firing he supervices the servicing of the equipment and directs the cleaning up and collection of salvage.

He arranges reliefs. He may order any numbers to "Rest" if he considers that the service of the gun can be maintained without them.

He is responsible for the following details:-

• (a) Arranging camouflage as ordered by the GPO.
• (b) Recording details of the ammunition fired in each series.

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