There are many standardized reports meant to make the communication process easier and more effective. They make sure that all of the necessary information is transmitted in a way that is understandable.

SALUTE

Size – size of the spotted element
Activity – what is the contact doing
Location – where has the contact been spotted
Uniforms – contact uniforms or other identifying characteristics
Time – when was the contact spotted
Equipment – what equipment does the contact use

SITREP

Sitrep is used to report the general situation of an element to the other elements. It is conducted in these steps:

1. Establish radio comms
2. Our position and the distribution of our forces
3. Short description of current actions of our element
4. Short description of planned actions of our element
5. What is needed (ammunition/medical supplies/etc.)

SPOTREP

Spotrep is used to report the enemy, your own plans and required support. It’s conducted in these steps:

1. Establish radio comms
2. Enemy position and description
3. Your position and planned actions
4. Required supports (if necessary/available)