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4-49. The composition of the HUMINT elements must be based on METT-TC factors. The number of HCTs and OMTs in the theater depends on the intensity of the collection effort and the geographical coverage of the AO. HCT members should be prepared to support any HUMINT missions they may receive through command channels. They must have the skills to shift easily from one set of functions to another based on the dynamic mission requirements. The number of OMTs in a designated theater will depend on the type and nature of the mission. A single OMT is capable of managing and controlling 2 to 4 HCTs. The size and staffing of the OMT will depend on a number of factors:

 Whether a HUMINT operations section is deployed and how many HCTs are subordinate to it.

 If a single HCT deploys to support a small contingency, there may be no need for an OMT. In this case the team leader must serve as the OMT.

 If three or more OMTs deploy, then a tactical HUMINT operations section should be deployed.

 For every 3 to 4 HCTs and their designated OMT, there should be one headquarters element composed of a platoon leader and a platoon sergeant to handle all administrative and logistical matters.