text: Chapter 3
  3-19. Not all changes to approved training schedules require battalion commander or higher-level approval.
  Simple administrative changes such as references or instructors can be made by the company commander;
  however, substantive changes to tasks trained, dates, or cancellations require higher commander approval.
  Figure 3-3. Approval and change process for training schedules
  SHORT-RANGE PREPARATION
  3-20. Short-range preparation refines specific actions to complete prior to training execution. Some short-
  range preparations include the following activities:
  * Continue to conduct training meetings.
  * Monitor T-Week activities and pre-execution checks.
  * Complete leader training and certification.
  * Verify and review training objectives.
  * Prepare and review task training and evaluation outlines.
  * Continue to train and certify leaders.
  * Recon training sites.
  * Verify convoy clearances submitted and approved.
  * Verify all classes of supply requests are submitted and ready for pickup.
  * Issue orders.
  * Conduct rehearsals.
  * Draw equipment and supplies to include training aids devices simulators and simulations.
  * Complete training event risk assessments. (See ATP 5-19 and DD Form 2977 [Deliberate Risk
  Assessment Worksheet].)
  * Conduct pre-combat checks and inspections.
  Short-range planning and preparation is complete when the unit is ready to execute training.
  TRAINING MODELS
  3-21. Training models are an effective technique for small units (company and below) to plan and prepare a
  training event. They provide a logical and reliable framework of activities and actions for small-unit leaders
  to plan and prepare, execute, and evaluate single training events. The 8-step training model is the Army’s
  preeminent training model.