If during the FFE phase of a CFF your rounds are inaccurate and sufficient, what should be your next action?

In the Fire For Effect (FFE) phase of a Call for Fire (CFF), if the rounds are found to be inaccurate but sufficient, the appropriate action is to conduct refinement, end the mission, and initiate surveillance. This step is crucial because it emphasizes the need to gather information on the effectiveness of the fire support rather than just continuing to fire rounds that may not be correctly adjusted to achieve the intended effects on the target.

Refinement involves adjusting the targeting process to ensure subsequent rounds are more accurate based on the feedback received from the previous fire mission. Ending the mission at this stage allows the Fire Support Team to take stock of the current situation and determine the effectiveness and accuracy of the response. Surveillance is imperative to monitor the target area for any changes, ensuring a full understanding of the impact the initial fire had on the target and its surroundings.

Together, these actions help to maintain operational effectiveness and efficiency, allowing for a more coordinated approach in future engagements and minimizing any potential unintended consequences of inaccurate fire.