Check up and assign to each unit the supplies taken over.
Requisition at once additional supplies and ammunition wanted.
Each platoon should be assigned its special duties, the duty roster drawn up for all sentry and patrol duties, details, etc.
Have all the men locate the enemy trench as they come on duty and give them the range.
Inspect the dugouts and assign them.
Forbid all digging under the parapet.
Inspect the latrines. Give strict order that small amount of dirt be thrown in after use and that lime be sprinkled in daily.
See that the men are provided with ammunition.
Communication should be insured between the various units to the right and left and with the rear.