Which element is most directly involved in deconflicting fires to prevent fratricide?

• A. The infantry battalion commander coordinates all FSCMs.
• B. Medical evacuation team coordinates casualty evacuation.
• C. Ground support logistics coordinates all fire runs.
• D. Fire Support Coordination Center communicates between units and supporting assets to coordinate fires and deconflict.

Answer: (D)

Deconflicting fires to prevent fratricide is managed by the Fire Support Coordination Center, which acts as the central hub for synchronizing all fire requests with the supporting arms and maneuver units. The FSCC maintains the common operating picture and uses fire support coordination measures and communication to ensure every unit knows where fires can be applied, when they will occur, and which assets are involved. By coordinating timing, location, and clearance to fire across all elements, the FSCC directly prevents fires from overlapping with friendly forces, reducing the risk of fratricide.

While the infantry battalion commander may establish and coordinate FSCMs, the real-time coordination and deconfliction across units and supporting assets happen through the FSCC. The other options focus on medical evacuation or logistics, which are not directly responsible for the cross-unit fire deconfliction that prevents friendly-fire incidents.