GENERAL ORDERS OF THE SENTRY

1. To take charge of this post and all government property in view. When on duty as a guard or sentry, you are in charge of your area and have the authority to stop and question any rank who seeks to pass your area.
2. To walk my post in a military manner, keeping always alert and observing everything that takes place within my sight or hearing. Stay observant with keen attention to details.  It is easy to get complacent after many hours on duty - especially if you have not had many people to deal with. But your ability to pay attention to your surroundings will save your life and others.
3. To report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce. You will have a written log to keep track of all events that occurred while on watch. Record everything, but report anyone not following the rules.
4. To repeat all calls from posts more distant from the guardhouse (quarterdeck) than my own. Pass the word to your fellow members of the guard either by radio, land line, signal, or vocal.  
5. To quit my post only when properly relieved. Do not leave your post, until someone has arrived to take your place. 
6. To receive, obey, and pass on to the sentry who relieves me all orders from the commanding officer, officer of the day, and officers and petty officers of the guard only. Make sure you pass down all details of the watch and any special orders given during your duty day to the person who relieves you.
7. To talk to no one except in the line of duty. No cellphones, texting, or other business but protecting and guarding your area is what you do. 
8. To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder. Anytime a major disruption or danger occurs, sound the alarm and call for back up.
9. To call the petty officer of the guard in any case not covered by instructions. When not sure of a situation, ask your superiors to confirm.
10. To salute all officers and all colors and standards not cased. Standard military courtesy applies as senior members and color guard pass.
11. To be especially watchful at night and during the time for challenging, to challenge all persons on or near my post, and to allow no one to pass without proper authority. Stay vigilant!