CQB Entry Tactics: How the One-Man Clears His Sector

Published on April 17, 2025
Duration: 5:21

Matthew Goss of Tactical Hive details one-man Close Quarters Battle (CQB) entry tactics, emphasizing sector clearing. The technique involves immediately securing a critical corner, collapsing a primary sector to a safe distance from teammates, and then transitioning to a secondary sector to clear the room's far corner or 'point of domination'. This method prioritizes speed and threat mitigation in dynamic entry scenarios.

Quick Summary

During a one-man CQB entry, the immediate priority is to 'dig' the critical corner. Subsequently, collapse your primary sector of fire to approximately one meter off your teammate, completing this within two to three steps for efficiency. Then, transition to your secondary sector, clearing towards the far corner or 'point of domination'.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to One-Man CQB Entry
  2. 00:29One-Man CQB is Not Advised (Focus on Team Tactics)
  3. 00:48Entry and Digging the Critical Corner
  4. 01:16Collapsing the Primary Sector
  5. 02:09Transitioning to the Secondary Sector
  6. 02:24One-Man Clearing Two Corners in Centerfed Room
  7. 02:45Two to Three Step Efficiency
  8. 03:09Pinging Doorways and Point of Domination (POD)
  9. 03:35Reaching the Second Corner and Next Room Prep
  10. 04:10Cutting Out Time and CQB Principles
  11. 04:25Handling Follow-on Threats vs. Secondary Sector
  12. 05:01Conclusion and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the first priority when making a one-man CQB entry into a room?

The absolute first priority upon entry is to 'dig' your critical corner. This means immediately securing the most immediate area of the room that could contain a threat, ensuring that vital space is controlled before proceeding.

How far should the primary sector of fire extend during a one-man CQB entry?

The primary sector begins at the critical corner and collapses across the room to approximately one meter (three feet) off the barrel of your teammate (the two-man). This ensures you maintain weapon safety and do not point your firearm at fellow assaulters.

What is the 'two to three step efficiency' in CQB room clearing?

This refers to the goal of completing your primary sector of fire within two to three steps after entry. This rapid clearing allows you to quickly address immediate threats and transition to secondary tasks or follow-on threats efficiently.

What is the 'point of domination' (POD) in CQB?

The point of domination, or POD, is the furthest point of control within a room that an assaulter aims to secure. Typically, this is the far corner of the room, which is addressed during the secondary sector clearing phase.

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