To inspect a platoon of 10 Young Marines in thirty minutes, you would have no more than 3 minutes per Young Marine. That includes your movement time. Inspections should be brief but thorough. You should spend the same amount of time with each Young Marine.

1. Wear the same uniform as the Young Marines you are inspecting.
2. Insure that the unit is ready for inspection.
3. Be firm and consistent during the inspection, commending the effort put forth and calling attention to discrepancies.
4. When making any comments look at the Young Marine in the eye, keep your remarks impersonal and pertinent. Never ridicule or unnecessarily embarrass a Young Marine.
5. Question your Young Marines on general Young Marine knowledge to accustom them to answer- ing questions while in rank.
6. Pay close attention to detail when inspecting, BUT do not become lost in detail.
7. Have the squad leaders proceed you through the inspection, so they can see and write down the discrepancies as you note them.
8. When conducting a uniform inspection, it is a good idea to read the regulations again before the inspection.
9. Ensure that your appearance exceeds the requirements you have placed on your Young Marines.