 As a platoon sergeant in the rifle, surveillance and target acquisition, reconnaissance, direct action, weapons, machine-gun, LAR, and antitank platoons, he advises the platoon commander on all issues of discipline, morale and welfare.He also serves as the section leader for the scout-sniper and various weapons sections and often leads task organized patrols and teams.They are trained and prepared to assume command of the platoon or unit should the need arise.