principles primary premise of CRM is that it does not matter where or how the loss occurs; the result is the same: decreased readiness, combat power, or mission effectiveness. there are five basic principles that provide a framework for implementing the CRM process. CRM is an integral part of mission and operation planning, preparation and recovery. it is not a separate add-on process. integrate into all phases of missions and operations. decisions about risk must be made at the appropriate level in the chain of command. commanders are required to establish and publish approval authority for decision making. this may be in a separate policy, specifically addressed in regulatory guidance, or it may be addressed in the commanders training guidance. approval authority for risk decision making is usually based on guidance from higher headquarters. army operations especiallu combat operations are inherently dangerous and complex. accept no level of risk unless the potential gain or benefit outweighs the potential loss. commanders, leaders and individuals can control risk and make informed decisions to balance that risk against mission benefits by integrating CRM into decision making missions and daily operations. protect soldiers at home and deployed. The Army intends to eliminate sexual assault in particular, and will work to change the Army culture in which it occurs. Missions that have unavoidable risks that may result in fatalities or injuries cannot always be avoided. do not be risk averse; Identify and control the hazards and complete the mission. You can greatly reduce risk in army operations and missions by continuously and cyclically applying the composite risk management process. Off the field, CRM mitigates hazards that impact on soldiers’ morale and effectiveness, and help you assure that soldiers live as a band of Brothers and