How many progressive levels of increasing AT protective measures does the DOD FPCON consist of?

The Department of Defense (DOD) Force Protection Condition (FPCON) is designed to provide a standardized system for responding to terrorist threats against U.S. military personnel and installations. The FPCON system consists of five progressive levels, each representing a different degree of threat and accordingly providing different protective measures to be implemented.

The five levels are as follows:

1. FPCON Normal: This level applies when there is a general global threat of terrorism, and a heightened alert is not required.

2. FPCON Alpha: This condition is declared when there is a general threat of terrorism that is predictable but not specific.

3. FPCON Bravo: This level is initiated when an increased and more predictable threat of terrorist activity exists.

4. FPCON Charlie: This signifies an imminent threat of terrorist action, indicating a situation where additional measures are necessary.

5. FPCON Delta: This is declared in response to a specific and immediate threat or attack.

Understanding this structure is crucial for military personnel, particularly for those in security roles like Master-at-Arms, as it guides the appropriate response and preparedness actions for different levels of threat.