Who is responsible for area control at the BDE rear area?

• A. BDE S2
• B. BDE G3
• C. BDE S4
• D. BDE S1

Answer: (C)

Area control in the brigade’s rear area is handled by the S4, the logistics officer. The S4 plans, coordinates, and executes all sustainment and base-support functions for the rear area—things like depots, billeting, fuel and water points, repair and maintenance facilities, and the movement and storage of supplies. Keeping these elements organized and secure ensures the brigade can continue operations without interruption. While the S3 focuses on planning and conducting operations, the S2 provides threat intelligence, and the S1 handles personnel, neither is charged with the day-to-day logistics and base-area management that defines area control. This is why the S4 is the one responsible for that responsibility.