Which steps align an annual training plan with METL?

• A. Identify METL tasks, set priorities based on risk and mission importance, schedule events, allocate resources, and plan assessments.
• B. Randomly choose activities.
• C. Increase the pace of all drills.
• D. Only document tasks, no scheduling.

Answer: (A)

Aligning an annual training plan with METL means focusing the plan on the unit’s essential tasks and making sure every step supports those tasks. Start by identifying the METL tasks—the mission-critical activities the unit must be able to perform. Then set priorities based on risk and mission importance so resources and time go to the tasks that matter most for readiness. Schedule events in a logical sequence so training builds capability over the year, and allocate the necessary resources—people, equipment, space—to support those events. Finally, plan assessments to verify proficiency and readiness, and to inform adjustments to the plan as needed. This approach ensures the yearly plan directly supports METL outcomes rather than wandering through activities or guessing what to train.