What are the two dominant positions in a room clearance?

• A. Opposing Corners, and Strong Wall
• B. Center of Room and Doorway
• C. Behind Cover and Sofa
• D. Along the Ceiling Path

Answer: (A)

In room clearance, the best approach is to set up where each operator can control the room with maximum visibility and minimum exposure. Placing one team member in an opposing corner and the other along a strong wall gives you two solid, complementary angles of fire that cover the space effectively. The corner position allows observation of the far wall and diagonal lines of approach, including the doorway, so there are fewer blind spots and you can quickly respond to threats from across the room. The strong wall offers a stable, low-profile stance with good support for aiming, helping maintain control as you move and engage threats while keeping your silhouette and exposure to a minimum.

Other setups tend to leave gaps or unnecessary exposure: the center of the room offers little cover and can create crossing angles that are harder to manage; hiding behind a sofa limits range of fire and mobility; and a position along the ceiling path isn’t practical or achievable in real-world operations. Thus, opposing corners paired with a strong wall provides the best balance of coverage, stability, and control for a coordinated, efficient clearance.