Which General Order includes the directive to call the Petty Officer of the watch in any case not covered by instructions?

Which General Order includes the directive to call the Petty Officer of the watch in any case not covered by instructions?

• A. 4th General Order
• B. 9th General Order
• C. 6th General Order
• D. 11th General Order

Answer: (B)

General Orders lay out how a watchstander should handle duties and handle gaps in guidance. The directive to call the Petty Officer of the Watch in any case not covered by instructions exists to ensure there’s a responsible person to resolve something unfamiliar or unforeseen. That direct instruction precisely fits the scenario described in the question, so it’s the best match. Other orders describe different duties—such as taking charge of the post and property, relaying calls, or passing on orders to the relieving sentry, and staying alert at night—but they don’t address what to do when instructions don’t cover a situation.

General Orders lay out how a watchstander should handle duties and handle gaps in guidance. The directive to call the Petty Officer of the Watch in any case not covered by instructions exists to ensure there’s a responsible person to resolve something unfamiliar or unforeseen. That direct instruction precisely fits the scenario described in the question, so it’s the best match. Other orders describe different duties—such as taking charge of the post and property, relaying calls, or passing on orders to the relieving sentry, and staying alert at night—but they don’t address what to do when instructions don’t cover a situation.