2-181. While not a CP, commanders form a command group to assist them in controlling operations when they are not located at a CP. A command group consists of the commander and selected staff members who assist the commander in controlling operations away from a command post (FM 6-0). Command group personnel include staff representation that can immediately affect current operations, such as maneuver, fires (including the air liaison officer), and intelligence. The mission dictates the command group’s makeup. For example, during a deliberate breach, the command group may include an engineer officer, a fire support officer, and an air defense officer. When visiting a dislocated civilian collection point, the commander may take a translator, CA operations officer, a medical officer, an MP, and a chaplain.