I didn't say withhold fires because of not safe for the friendlies, I clearly implied save the day even when cleared hot on a friendly target that was misidentified as hostile even by the GFC - and yes they would receive an award in that case. If not, your leadership is at fault. Regardless, (1) it's just an example, and (2) it demonstrates the lengths you'll go to in order to devalue the efforts of those "not in danger".