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CMPB Location

Central Manpower Base3 Depot Road, Singapore 109680Operating Hours: Monday - Friday (0800 to 1700)Closed on Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays.

Bus Services to Depot RoadSBS : 57 (From HarbourFront MRT)

175 (From Dhoby Ghaut MRT)195 (From Tiong Bahru MRT)

*Visitors to CMPB are advised to alight at Depot Road near Defence TechnologyTower B (DTTB) as it is nearer to the Pass Office.

The defence of Singapore is based on the concept of Total Defence. TotalDefence is made up of Social Defence, Psychological Defence, Civil Defence,Economic Defence and Military Defence. In Military Defence, the SingaporeArmed Forces (SAF) serve as an operationally ready fighting force to deterothers from attacking us. To achieve this, all able-bodied male citizens andpermanent residents must be trained to fight together. As and when the needarises, they will be called upon to defend Singapore.

You will soon be enlisted for full-time National Service (NS). During your twoyears of full-time NS, you will gain new knowledge and skills. Your training andexperience in the military will make you more mature, confident and disciplined.These will better prepare you for your civilian career later. You will also makenew friends from all walks of life.

To help you prepare for full-time NS, this handbook is specially produced togive you information on full-time NS and life in SAF. It also tells you your duties,rights and privileges as full-time National Serviceman (NSF). Details onpreparation for enlistment into full-time NS are also given.

We hope you find this handbook useful and relevant. For latest updates on NSmatters, please visit iPrepNS (information on Preparation for National Service)website in the NS Portal (at http://www.ns.sg/iPrepNS).If you have further queries, you may contact us at the 24-hour NS Call Centreat 1800-eNSNSNS (1800-3676767) or email to [email protected] for assistance.

CommanderCMPB

Dear Pre-enlistees,

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Security & Discipline

More Information on the SAF

Service Benefits/ Welfare

5 Useful Tips Before Entering NS

National Physical Fitness Award (NAPFA)

Registration, Medical Screening, Deferment & Disruption from NS

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NS REGISTRATION, MEDICAL SCREENING AND

Chapter TwoRegistration, Medical Screening,

Below is a table on the various PES gradings and the correspondingtypes of Basic Military Training (BMT):

All registrants will be given a Physical Employment Status (PES) based ontheir medical fitness, which will determine the type of duties they are fit for. ThePES is graded from A to E. You will be informed of your PES grading after themedical screening. The PES grading is also used as part of the criteria forassignment of vocation.

Every NS-liable person will have to register for NSand undergo a thorough pre-enlistment

process, which includes both medical screening and vocational assessment. The medical screening is conducted toassess each registrant's fitness for NS.

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MEDICAL CLASSIFICATION

For PES A & PES B1- attained NAPFA Silver or Gold award- attained NAPFA Bronze award, failed

NAPFA test, or did not attempt NAPFA test

- 9-week BMT- 8-week Physical Training Phase

(PTP) followed by a 9-week BMT

For PES B2

- 19-week BMT

- 9-week BMT

TYPES OF BMT

For PES BP

- 9-week BMT

For PES C

- 4-week BMTFor PES E

Deferment and Disruption from NSVocational Assessment,

VOCATIONAL ASSESSMENT

screening

Oath & Affirmation Of Allegiance

I, having entered the service of the Republic of Singapore under theEnlistment Act, do solemnly and sincerely swear* / affirm that#:

a) I will always bear true faith and allegiance to the Republic of Singapore,

b) I will be ready, at the order of the Government, to rise up to the defence of theRepublic of Singapore,

c) I will obey the laws of the Republic of Singapore and the orders of my commanders,

d) I will carry out my duties with integrity, courage and commitment at all times, and

e) I will preserve and protect the honour and independence of the Republic of Singapore with my life.

*For Christians#Delete whichever is inapplicable

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Chapter OneNational Service (NS)

NS is the duty that every male citizen and Permanent Resident mustundertake upon attaining the age of 18. It is a means by which youwill fulfil your responsibilities as a citizen or Permanent Resident ofSingapore, contributing to the safety, security and well-being of yourfamily and the nation. It is a joint effort that you will make with yourfellow servicemen to protect Singapore and make our country a betterplace to live in.

You will be in the active service as a full-time National Serviceman (NSF) for 2years. The full-time NS training ensures that you are tough, well-trained andmotivated to defend Singapore.

Upon completion of your full-time NS, you will become an OperationallyReady National Serviceman (NSman). Your National Service as an NSmanwill end at the age of 50 if you are an Officer or have special skills.Otherwise, you will serve until the age of 40.

NATIONAL SERVICE AND YOU

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Chapter OneNational Service (NS)

NS is the duty that every male citizen and Permanent Resident mustundertake upon attaining the age of 18. It is a means by which youwill fulfil your responsibilities as a citizen or Permanent Resident ofSingapore, contributing to the safety, security and well-being of yourfamily and the nation. It is a joint effort that you will make with yourfellow servicemen to protect Singapore and make our country a betterplace to live in.

You will be in the active service as a full-time National Serviceman (NSF) for 2years. The full-time NS training ensures that you are tough, well-trained andmotivated to defend Singapore.

Upon completion of your full-time NS, you will become an OperationallyReady National Serviceman (NSman). Your National Service as an NSmanwill end at the age of 50 if you are an Officer or have special skills.Otherwise, you will serve until the age of 40.

NATIONAL SERVICE AND YOU

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WHYNATIONALSERVICE?

You may question why we need to place such a high emphasison building and maintaining a credible and operationally ready defenceforce. Singapore is a very small island, almost completely lacking in naturalresources. Our most precious resource is our people, who have worked hardto make us the developed nation we are today. Our lack of resources makesus vulnerable as we are dependent on others for our most basic needs, includingfood and water. If these resources are not available, we would not be able tosurvive.

You may ask why we must have NS instead of leaving defence to the careersoldiers or our regulars. There are three main reasons:

In order to have a credible defence force, there must be a large numberof soldiers. However, the cost of maintaining a large army of professionalsoldiers is extremely high and Singapore simply cannot afford it.

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Given the small size of our population, having a big army of careersoldiers would mean competing with the economy for the limited financialand manpower resources available. This will affect the development ofour country.

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It is of crucial importance that an independent state possesses its owndefence force. We cannot depend on others or a foreign armed forcefor our countrys survival.

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PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT

If you are employed when being called up for full-time NS, your employer doesnot have to compensate you for any loss in pay. However, if you have beenworking with the same employer for a continuous period of at least 6 monthsjust before your enlistment, you can arrange to return to your job when youcomplete your full-time NS. This condition does not apply if your prior contractwith your employer had been to work for only an agreed, definite or certainperiod of time.

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- 19-week BMT

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For PES BP

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screening

PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT

If you are employed when being called up for full-time NS, your employer doesnot have to compensate you for any loss in pay. However, if you have beenworking with the same employer for a continuous period of at least 6 monthsjust before your enlistment, you can arrange to return to your job when youcomplete your full-time NS. This condition does not apply if your prior contractwith your employer had been to work for only an agreed, definite or certainperiod of time.

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screening

Every NS-liable person will have to register for NS and undergo a thorough pre-enlistment screening process, which includes both medical screening and vocational assessment. The medical screening is conducted to assess each registrants fitness for NS. All registrants will be given a Physical Employment Status (PES) based on their medical fitness, which will determine the type of duties they are fit for. The PES is graded from A to E. You will be informed of your PES grading after the medical screening. The PES grading is also used as part of the criteria for assignment of vocation.All registrants will also undergo a two-hour long Manpower Aptitude Assessment System (MAPAS) at the Vocational Assessment Centre (VAC) in CMPB. MAPAS is a series of computerised tests designed to assess registrants aptitude in a broad range of areas such as verbal reasoning, numerical reasoning, mechanical and spatial orientation. As test results will have an impact on your NS deployment, please have sufficient rest the night before and give your best when doing the tests.

PHYSICAL TRAINING PHASE (PTP) PROGRAMME

The PTP programme adopts a centralised training concept under a controlledenvironment, with emphasis on physical training. Various physical trainingactivities are carried out daily with adequate rest and recovery. The PTP helpsto strengthen the untrained muscles and ligaments of less-fit enlistees anddevelop their ability and stamina in order to minimise training injuries andmedical attrition during their BMT.

Those who have to undergo PTP will serve 2 years of full-time NS and thoseenlisted into direct BMT will serve 1 year and 10 months. Please refer to thediagram below:

8-week PTPRecruits with at least a NAPFA Silver(1 year 10 months of full-time NS)

Balance of 1 year 10 months full-time NS8-week PTP

2 years of full-time NS

Enlisted Start of ORD

1 year 10 months full-time NS after 2 months cut for fitness

Enlisted directly ORDfor BMT

for PTP BMT

Recruits with NAPFA Bronze and those who failed or did not attempttheir NAPFA test (2 years of full-time NS)

If you have been medically graded fit for most combat and combat supportvocations (i.e PES A/B1) and have not attempted the NAPFA test or failed toachieve at least a silver award, you will undergo an 8-week PTP before theBMT. The 8-week PTP is designed to condition recruits who are physically lessfit in preparation for the BMT. You will continue with the BMT after the PTPprogramme.

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PHYSICAL TRAINING PHASE (PTP) PROGRAMME

The PTP programme adopts a centralised training concept under a controlledenvironment, with emphasis on physical training. Various physical trainingactivities are carried out daily with adequate rest and recovery. The PTP helpsto strengthen the untrained muscles and ligaments of less-fit enlistees anddevelop their ability and stamina in order to minimise training injuries andmedical attrition during their BMT.

Those who have to undergo PTP will serve 2 years of full-time NS and thoseenlisted into direct BMT will serve 1 year and 10 months. Please refer to thediagram below:

8-week PTPRecruits with at least a NAPFA Silver

(1 year 10 months of full-time NS)

Balance of 1 year 10 months full-time NS8-week PTP

2 years of full-time NS

Enlisted Start of ORD

1 year 10 months full-time NS after 2 months cut for fitness

Enlisted directly ORDfor BMT

for PTP BMT

Recruits with NAPFA Bronze and those who failed or did not attempttheir NAPFA test (2 years of full-time NS)

If you have been medically graded fit for most combat and combat supportvocations (i.e PES A/B1) and have not attempted the NAPFA test or failed toachieve at least a silver award, you will undergo an 8-week PTP before theBMT. The 8-week PTP is designed to condition recruits who are physically lessfit in preparation for the BMT. You will continue with the BMT after the PTPprogramme.

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For Obese (PES BP) EnlisteesEnlistees whose Body Mass Index (BMI) exceeds 27 will undergo a 19-weekBMT programme. This BMT programme is designed to help obese recruits tolose their weight and improve their physical fitness incrementally while equippingthem with basic soldiering skills and knowledge.

If you have gained or lost weight significantly that affects your BMI [weight (inkilogram)] / [height (in metre) x height (in metre)] before your enlistment, pleaseapproach CMPB for a medical review. You may be assigned to a different typeof BMT based on your BMI.

For PES A and PES B1 EnlisteesIf you are fit for most combat andcombat support vocations and haveattained a silver or gold award atthe NAPFA test at least 2 weeksprior to your enlistment date, youwill undergo the 9-week BMT directlyand enjoy 2-month reduction in yourfull-time NS duration.

The BMT programme train all PESA and PES B1 recruits in basicmilitary skills and tactics. Thisprepares them for their post-BMTvocational training.

BASIC MILITARY TRAINING (BMT)PROGRAMME

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For PES B2 EnlisteesPES B2 enlistees will undergo a 9-week BMT programme that include customisedphysical training as well as basic combat training to prepare them for theircombat and combat support roles, such as signal operators and combat medics.

For PES C EnlisteesPES C enlistees will undergo a 9-week BMT programme that include lightphysical training and vocational training to prepare them for combat servicesupport vocations such as service medics and supply assistants.

For PES E EnlisteesPES E recruits will undergo a 4-week BMT programme which focus on NationalEducation, SAF core values, regimentation and discipline as well as vocationaltraining to prepare them for combat service support vocations.

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DEFERMENT FROM FULL-TIME NS

Application of Deferment for StudiesNS-liable persons are normally scheduled to register for NS about 6 to 9 months before their enlistment is due. You should expect to receive a Notifi-cation Letter containing the instructions to perform this registration online. If you intend to pursue full-time studies after turning 18 years of age, you should apply for deferment from full-time NS through the online registration system, after providing your basic details. The approval of your application for deferment will be subject to the guidelines which can be found in the NS Portal.If you did not apply for deferment to pursue full-time studies during your on-line registration, but subsequently need to do so prior to enlistment, you will have to send in your deferment request, as well as the necessary documen-tary proof of your studies, to CMPB at [email protected]. Alternatively, you may approach the CMPB counter services and bring along the neces-sary documents.You must also obtain prior approval from CMPB if you intend to change your course of study, institution/school or pursue a new course of study. Please note that no deferment will be granted for degree courses. DISRUPTION FROM FULL-TIME NATIONAL SERVICE

Disruption on Equity BasisIn general, full-time national servicemen (NSFs) from the same A level or polytechnic diploma cohort are enlisted over two intakes due to capacity constraints at the NS training schools. For example, A level holders are typ-ically enlisted in the Dec to Feb quarterly intake (i.e. earlier intake) and Mar to May quarterly intake (i.e. later intake), while diploma holders are typically enlisted in the Jun to Aug quarterly intake (i.e. earlier intake) and Sep to Nov quarterly intake (i.e. later intake). The scheduling of the enlistment intakes take into account the typical graduation periods for A level and Polytechnic students (Dec and Apr respectively).Disruption is only considered on the basis of equity to allow those from the same school cohort but enlisted in the later intake, to proceed for further studies at the same university at the same time as those enlisted in the earlier intake. Disruption will not be granted to NSFs who are enlisted

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ahead of their local government school cohort with equivalent qualifications as the basis of disruption is to maintain cohort equity.Disruption to pursue Degree coursesMINDEF provides sufficient opportunities for NS-liable males to at-tain up to first education bar qualifications before enlistment, subject to the deferment cut-off age criteria*. A first education bar is defined as the qualification attained after at least 12 years of formal school-ing (excluding pre-school/kindergarten education) that would allow a person to enrol for university education (e.g. GCE A level, Polytech-nic diploma, and equivalent qualifications). Disruption will hence be restricted to full-time National Servicemen (NSFs) who are pursuing degree courses.Disruption will only be granted for courses conducted by education-al institutions which confer their own qualifications. For example, an NSF will not be allowed disruption to pursue a foreign degree course conducted by the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) since the qualification is not conferred by SIM.

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*Please refer to the NS Portal for more details on deferment from full-time NS for studies.

Minimum Service PeriodThe earliest date that NSFs can disrupt is on the 1st of the month that they serve the minimum service period stipulated in the table below, or one week before the start of the official course term for local studies (two weeks be-fore the start of the official course term for overseas studies), whichever is later. NSFs are not to be disrupted any later than the course commencement date. Requests to grant disruption for courses that commence in Jun or Dec will be approved on a case-by-case basis. Approval will not be granted for NSFs to be disrupted for orientation or other pre-matriculation activities.MONTH OF ENLISTMENT MINIMUM SERVICE PERIOD

December / JuneJanuary / JulyFebruary / AugustMarch / SeptemberApril / OctoberMay/ NovemberDisruption to pursue Polytechnic diplomas or equivalent qualifica-tions [for NS-liable ITE graduates only]

NS-liable ITE students graduating from Dec 2011 onwards may be granted disruption in their 2nd year of full-time NS to pursue a Polytechnic diploma or equivalent qualifications [e.g. courses at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) or LaSalle College of the Arts (LaSalle)]. This provision only applies to those who have applied for one or more courses in these institutions prior to enlistment, but were not successful in any of their applications. Should they subsequently succeed during full-time NS in obtaining a place at one of these institutions, they may be granted disruption in their 2nd year of full-time NS to pursue Polytechnic diplomas or equivalent qualifications.NSFs must submit their disruption application form, together with documen-tary proof that they have been offered a place in an institution that confers its own degrees (e.g. letter of offer). The disruption application form should be submitted, through their unit Manpower Officer to MINDEF/SAF Human Resource Services Centre (HRSC) at least three months prior to their date of disruption. Late or incomplete applications may be rejected. NSFs who need to apply for disruption during their full-time NS must seek MINDEF/SAF HRSCs approval for disruption before accepting any institutions offer. NSFs on disruption from full-time NS are required to serve their remaining full-time NS in one continuous period immediately upon completion of stud-ies.

Disruption will be approved on a case-by-case basis24 months23 months22 months21 months20 months

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Chapter ThreeNational PhysicalFitness Award

(NAPFA)

Muscles and WhereThey Can Be Found

Gluteus Maximus(Buttocks)

Lattisimus Dorsi(Mid-Back)

Quadriceps(Front of thighs)

Abdominals

Triceps(Back of upper arms) Pectoralis Major

(Chest)

Biceps(Front of upper arms)

Deltoids(Shoulders)

Gastronemius(Calf)

Hamstrings(Back of thighs)

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Chapter ThreeNational PhysicalFitness Award

(NAPFA)

Muscles and WhereThey Can Be Found

Gluteus Maximus(Buttocks)

Lattisimus Dorsi(Mid-Back)

Quadriceps(Front of thighs)

Abdominals

Triceps(Back of upper arms) Pectoralis Major

(Chest)

Biceps(Front of upper arms)

Deltoids(Shoulders)

Gastronemius(Calf)

Hamstrings(Back of thighs)

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If you have been medically graded fit for most combat and combat sup-port vocations (i.e. PES A/B1), you are encouraged to take the NAPFA test to determine your level of physical fitness. Should you attain at least the NAPFA Gold or Silver award at least 2 weeks prior to your PTP enlistment date, you will attend a 9-week BMT and enjoy a 2-month re-duction in full-time NS. Those who fail to attain the required fitness level will have to undergo an 8-week PTP before attending the 9-week BMT.

You can start to plan your NAPFA test schedule after your pre-enlistment medical screening. You are required to make a booking via

NAPFA test booking must be made by Tuesday before 12 noon in orderto take the NAPFA test the following day.

Please note that the NAPFA test is only valid for 1 year from the date of test.

1. Log onto http://www.ns.sg.2. Select "Access eServices".3. Choose "Pre-Enlistees.4. Select "NAPFA Test".5. Click on "NAPFA Test Booking" from the dropdown list.6. Enter your NRIC and Date of Birth and click "Login".7. Proceed to click the test venue on the left.8. Click "Book" and fill up the information required.9. Select "Submit".

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the NS Portal as follows:

DOs Bring along your National Registration Identity Card (NRIC). Prepare for the test to prevent injuries and to achieve better results. Report at the test centre on time with the acceptable attires. Have enough time to register. Change and warm up before the test. Collect your result slip before you leave the test centre.DON'Ts Do not take the test if you are not feeling well or are suffering from acute infection (e.g. viral influenza, chest infection) or injury.

Do not take a heavy meal less than 2 to 3 hours before the test. Do not bring valuables to the test centre. Do not wear any jewellery.

Points To Take Note Before You Take The Test

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The Six Items In NAPFA Test

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4 X 10 M SHUTTLE RUN 2.4 KM RUN8"-,

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NAPFA CHALLENGE STANDARDS FOR MALES (Revised 2006)

Gold Award Requirements: At least C grade performance in all 6 test items and a total of 21 or more points.Silver Award Requirements: At least D grade performance in all 6 test items and a total of 15 or more points.For full-time NS purpose, a bronze award is not recognised by MINDEF/SAF.

2.4km Run-Walk Time(min:sec)

47 cm 44-47 40-43 36-39 32-35

No. of Pull-Ups in 30 sec.

>8 7-8 5-6 3-4 1-2

>9 8-9 6-7 4-5 2-3

>10 9-107-8 5-6 3-4

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16 years of age

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>42 40-42 37-39 34-36 31-33

>42 40-42 37-39 34-36 31-33

>42 40-42 37-39 34-36 31-33

>39 37-39 34-36 31-33 28-30

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National Physical Fitness Award (NAPFA) ChallengeThe NAPFA Challenge contains test items that measure both health-related components of fitness (i.e. cardio-respiratory or aerobic fitness, muscular strength and flexibility) as well as performance-related fitness components (i.e. muscular endurance, muscular power, agility and speed).

The NAPFA Challenge is useful in gauging ones level of overall fitness at any time. It is also helpful in identifying areas of weakness for remedial work and for evaluating the effectiveness of an exercise programme that precedes the test.

Lastly, it could also be used as a general test of fitness for safe participation in sports.

The six items in the NAPFA Challenge are:1. Bent Knees Sit-ups2. Standing Broad Jump3. Sit and Reach4. Pull-Ups/Chin-Ups5. 4 x 10m Shuttle Run6. 2.4km Run/Walk

The conduct of the NAPFA Challenge is subjected to the following test rules:1. All the six test items must be completed in one single session.2. The 6th test item (i.e. the 2.4km Run/Walk) must be attempted last;

any of the other five test items may be attempted first but in the given order shown above.

3. A maximum of 2 5 minutes rest is permitted between any two tests (for the first 5 test items); a 15 30 minutes rest is permitted before the 6th test item.

4. Warm-up and cool-down exercises are recommended.

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TRAINING FOR THE NAPFA CHALLENGE

The NAPFA Challenge is a test of overall physical fitness. As such, one must not only be prepared for it with prior training but also be free from significant medical problems such as recent infection or injury. Those who are not sure of their health status are advised to consult a doctor before commencing training or attempting the test.

A brief description of the six NAPFA Challenge test items and specific exercises to help improve performance at each of the station are available in the following pages.

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1. 4 x 400m Interval2. Incline Chin Ups (8 reps)*3. Standing Broad Jump (5 reps)*4. Leg Raises (12 reps)*5. Short sprints (3 reps)*6. Hamstring Stretch (20 sec)**2 sets, 1min rest in between.

1. LIC Run (3km/20min)2. Incline Chin Ups (8 reps)*3. Vertical Jumps (5 reps)*4. Crunches (12 reps)*5. Short sprints (3 reps)*6. Sit and Reach (20 sec)**3 sets, 1min rest in between.

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Note that volume of exercise during Week 6 and 12 is reduced deliberately to allow the body to recover from the weekly training. You are encouraged to have at least one day of rest in between each session.

Chapter FourEnlistment

ENLISTMENT NOTICEYou will be informed of your enlistment date, reporting time and unit of posting via an Enlistment Notice sent to you about 2 months before your enlistment. It will also contain other enlistment information for you. You may also check your date of enlistment via the NS Portal.

ITEMS TO BRING ON ENLISTMENT DAYYou need to bring:

- Your Summary of Medical Status letter (issued to you after the pre-enlistment medical screening)

- Your National Registration Identity Card (NRIC)- All previous immunisation certificates (including the health booklet, if available)- An inexpensive watch- An alarm clock- Clothes washing powder/detergent- Basic toiletries (Shampoo, Body Foam/Soap)- Extra underwear- Swimming goggles (usage subjected to respective units training schedule and syllabus)- Nail Clipper- Slippers- Dark coloured preferably with black plastic frames with spectacles hooks/band if you are shortsighted.

You may also bring:

- An additional shirt and a pair of trousers - 6 or more clothes hangers- Handphone with fully-charged spare batteries (see paragraph on Usage of Mobile Devices)You are advised NOT to bring:

- Valuables (Expensive Jewellery, Excessive Cash, etc)- Food Stuff- Image capturing devices (including camera handphone)- Mobile Phone Charger- Any military equipment purchased outside (e.g. rifle cleaning kit, combat boots)- Contact lenses which are not allowed during training

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USAGE OF MOBILE DEVICES

Mobile devices integrated with image capturing functionality are not allowed to be used in MINDEF/SAF units. Usage of handphone will be confined to specific times allocated by your unit so as not to disrupt training and to be consistent and fair to others who have no handphone. There will also strictly be no charging of handphone battery in the units.

ENLISTMENT DAY

On enlistment day, you report to your unit and exchange your NRIC for a SAF Card and identity discs. If you have lost your NRIC, you must obtain a replacement from the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) before reporting to your unit.

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If you fall sick on enlistment day, you should consult a doctor immediately. If you are given medical leave, please contact CMPB Enlistment Section at 63733127 immediately and at the same time, fax your Medical Certificate (MC) to CMPB at Fax: 63733173. A medical review will be arranged for you, if necessary, to assess your fitness for enlistment. If you are not given any medical leave, please call CMPB Enlistment Section for further instruction. You are also required to fax the hospital/clinic receipt to CMPB as supporting document.

You would be undergoing a solemn oath-taking ceremony and are required to be PROPERLY ATTIRED, with proper shoes. You are not to report for enlistment in singlets, shorts, bermudas, sandals or slippers. This condition also applies to family members or friends who are accompanying you for enlistment.

Your family and friends will witness the oath-taking ceremony at the unit. Thereafter, you will proceed to collect your personal equipment after the oath-taking ceremony.

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CONTACT AFTER ENLISTMENTAs a recruit, you will be required to stay in the camp for the first two weeks of PTP / BMT. You will be allowed to book out on the subsequent weekends if there is no training.

If your family needs to contact you, they can call your camp and leave a message with:- The Manpower Officer (MPO)/ Staff Officer 1 (S1) or Orientation Officer (OO) during normal office hours.

- The Duty Officer/Company Orderly Sergeant (COS) office at other times for assistance in contacting you.

The contact numbers of your unit is indicated in the Enlistment Notice. You are to keep your family informed of the unit's contact numbers.

ITEMS ISSUED UPON ENLISTMENT Army Logistics Base will issue you with the items found in the following table: S/NO ITEM

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1 Bag Duffle: Nylon with Wheels 12 Bag, Drinking Water Storage 13 Bag Textile Black F/BMTC 14 Battery, 1.5V AA Size 45 Belt, Trousers: F/NO.4, Normal Size 16 Board Marker Black 17 Book Memorandum 18 Boot Combat Rubber Sole 29 Boot, Lace 110 Bottle, Water 111 Brush Shoe & Stove 112 Canteen Water Plastic 113 Cap Camouflage Pattern 114 Carrier, Small Arm Protective Body Armour: F/Body 115 Carrier, Small Arm Protective Body Armour: Groin 116 Carrier, Small Arm Protective Body Armour: Insert 117 Carrier, Small Arm Protective Body Armour: Neck 118 Carrier, Small Arm Protective Body Armour: F/Water 1






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19 Cloth Polishing 120 Container Foot & Body 121 Cover Helmet, Camouflage Pattern 122 Cup Drinking Plastic Lime Green 123 Dressing, First Aid 124 Field Pack: Modular Pouches 125 Fire Sticks (4 in a bundle) 126 Flashlight: Xenon-Lamp, 2AA Dry 127 Fork Table: Stainless Steel 128 Garters: Elastic 129 Gloves: Half Finger, Leather Black 130 Guards Elbow 1 31 Guards Knee 132 Helmet Ground Troops 133 Holder, Badge: Modular, Clear Holder 134 ID Cover 135 Information Guide: Personal Equipment 136 Insect Repellent, Personal 237 Jacket Filing Wallet 1 38 Knife, Folding, Multipurpose: W/7 Tools 139 Kit Toiletries 140 Mirror Small 141 Padlock: Combination 142 Paint, Face, Camouflage: Flat Black 143 Paint, Face, Camouflage: Light Green 144 Pan Mess Kit: Aluminium 145 Paper Toilet Roll 246 Pen Ball-Point 147 Plug, Ear: Universal Size 148 Polish Shoe, Black Polish Paste 349 Pouch: Water Bottle 150 Pouch, Fragmentation Grenade 251 Pouch: Large Utility 152 Pouch, Magazine: SAR 21 353 Powder Foot & Body, Medicated 254 Pre-soap Sponge 155 Raincoat Pixelised 156 Range Card A5 Size 157 Rope Toggle: 9mm Rope 158 Rubber Band: Black 1






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You should try on your clothing to make sure they fit you. Subsequently, mark all your clothing and equipment with your name and NRIC number so that they can be easily identified. Your embroidery name tag will be sewn on your uniform for you.

You should keep your clothing and equipment in good condition in your wardrobe. Mend or repair those items that are damaged. If they cannot be repaired, you will be able to get replacements from the e-Mart using your credits. You will be required to pay for replacements if you fail to maintain them.

For training purposes, you will be issued with your personal weapon. Your instructors will teach you how to use it and you must take good care of it.

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59 Sandals Man 160 Sewing Kit 161 Shirt Mens: Pixelised 562 Shirt, Utility: Round Neck F/SAF 363 Shoes, Running, Mens 164 Socks Universal Size: Olive Green 565 Socks: Physical Training, White Regular Size 266 Spool, Comms Cord 167 Spoon Table: Stainless Steel 168 Tag Identification Personnel F/NO.4 569 Tape Insulation Electrical Plastics 170 Tea Candle (6 in a pack) 171 Thermometer, Digital 172 Towel, Bath: Green 273 Trash Bag, Clear 274 Trousers Mens: Pixelised 575 Trunks General Purpose Black 376 Trunks, Swimmer Black 177 Trunks, Tracks (Running Shorts ) 278 Turban Green (For Singh Only) 279 Vest Mens: SAF, Physical Training 380 Whistle Black 181 Ziplock Bag Large (5 in a bundle) 182 Ziplock Bag Medium (5 in a bundle) 183 Ziplock Bag Small (5 in a bundle) 1

You should try on your clothing to make sure they fit you. Subsequently, mark all your clothing and equipment with your name and NRICnumber so that they can be easily identified. Your embroidery nametag will be sewn on your uniform for you.You are expected to keep your clothing and equipment in good condition. In the event of any lost or damages, you can get replacements from the e-Mart using your credits. Deliberate intent to misuse the items resulting in damages will be subjected to disciplinary actions.For training purposes, you will be issued with your personal weapon.Your instructors will teach you how to use it and you must take goodcare of it.






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DISPOSAL OF PERSONAL EQUIPMENT

Proper disposal of unserviceable Personal Equipment (PE) helps to ensure that SAF's security and image is not compromised. Servicemen are strongly encouraged to return any unserviceable PE to any of the SAF eMart outlets or Army Logistics Base, located at 601 Choa Chu Kang Road Singapore 699817. Alternatively, they may dispose their unserviceable PE on their own in an appropriate manner such that they do not result in unauthorised usage.

Exchange or selling of PE for financial benefit constitutes an act of misapplication and waste of SAF property. It is also a chargeable offence. e-Mart Credits are issued to servicemen to facilitate easy replacement of their PE. Servicemen

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should not spend their credits wastefully or exchange it for cash.

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#1 Get out of the house and start building up your fitness now!

#2 Adopt a positive perception that these rules and regulations are means to help us develop self-discipline and resilience, which are key to success in life

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The following are some common challenges you may face and some tips you may find useful:

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#3 Learn to work as a team! Teamwork encourages bonding and boosts morale. It allows us to learn, relating to people from all walks of life. You can learn from one another how to cope with stress and adjustment.

#4 Learn to be independent and be able to take care of yourself. In doing so, you can develop confidence in your own abilities, which is a quality that may come a long way to help you in life.

#5 Budget your expenditure so that you will not overspend. Also, adjust your lifestyle and spending habits.

Chapter SixCommunity Living

ADJUSTMENTS TO COMMUNITY LIVINGEntry into the military life requires a bit of adjustment from the life which you have been used to. The military places more importance on learning, working and living as a team. Community living is part and parcel of military life.

In your first few days of full-time NS, you may have to make some adjustments because of: A different environment from your home, school or workplace. Sharing a room with several others. A change in lifestyle in terms of both daily activities and behaviour.

However, you will be able to adapt to the new environment quickly and easily. You will undergo an orientation programme and take part in the orientation activities during the first week of full-time NS. As you will be living in a very enclosed environment, everyone must learn to show a little consideration for each other, to obey instructions, and to observe rules and regulations in the military.

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Your commanders will know enough not to expect too much from recruits, and they will not make unreasonable demands as long as they see that you are trying your best. Training will also be progressive, and you will not be asked to do very physically strenuous activities until you have been progressively trained enough.

Interact with your fellow recruits and know them well. Make new and good friends, and these will be friends you will cherish for life. A buddy system will be introduced to help you and your fellow recruits. Each recruit will be assigned 2 new buddies. One will be chosen by your commanders, the other will be chosen by yourself. As buddies, you will look out for each other, be accountable for each other, and in time learn responsibility. Your care and concern for each other will help instill teamwork and esprit de corps. Your commanders will interact with you to establish the teamwork and esprit de corps vital to military training and operations.

PERSONAL HEALTH AND HYGIENE

Personal health and hygiene during NS is of great importance to community living, and will affect the overall effectiveness of the SAF.

Personal HealthUpon enlistment, you will be given vaccinations against infectious diseases such as polio, tetanus, influenza and chicken pox. Prior to overseas exercises, other vaccines may be required.

You will also be required to take other measures, such as rolling down of your sleeves, application of insect repellent on your skin and sleeping under mosquito nets.

Care of the skin and feet are also important. You are advised to change your uniform and underwear regularly. Feet should be kept dry and the use of foot powder is important.

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If you have any of the following conditions: sore throat, running nose, muscle aches, pains or fever, it is advisable to report sick at your unit's medical centre. Training when you are sick can be hazardous to your health.

Personal HygieneIt is important to observe good personal hygiene as you are living in the barracks with other soldiers. You should adopt the following habits: Bathe regularly. Brush your teeth regularly. Keep your hair well-groomed and neat. Keep short and clean fingernails. Shave daily. Change your under-clothing daily.

PERSONAL APPEARANCEA serviceman must always set an example in his appearance. A smart appearance gives a good impression not only of the serviceman, but also contributes to the good public image of the SAF.

The public image of the SAF depends not only on its proven or potential fighting efficiency in times of war, but also equally on its servicemen's appearance as a disciplined force.

Therefore, you should maintain a short haircut, be well-shaven and smartly dressed at all times. You will be issued with different uniforms meant for different purposes and each must be worn correctly for the appropriate occasion. Occasionally, you must polish your boots for use during ceremonial events.

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MEALSMenus and rations in the SAF are carefully planned to ensure a nutritious and well-balanced diet for servicemen. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided daily at training units. Night snacks are served only when there is night training. On your arrival at your unit, meal times will be made known to you.

CAMP CLEANLINESS AND MAINTENANCELiving in barracks will be a new experience for you. You will share a large room, live and work with fellow servicemen who come from different races, dialect groups, educational and social backgrounds.

The cleanliness of the barracks is the responsibility of all who live in it. Thus, you will be doing area cleaning which includes sweeping the floors, depositing rubbish in bins, cleaning of walls, windows and furniture.

All your unused clothing must be folded neatly and kept in the locker provided. Inspections will be carried out to ensure that barracks, beds and belongings are clean and neat at all times.

You are not allowed to change any electrical fittings or barracks fixture without the permission of your instructors. Any damage to it will result in payment by the serviceman responsible or all fellow servicemen living in the barracks. Any servicemen found guilty of vandalism will be severely disciplined.

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Chapter SevenTraining

MILITARY TRAININGDuring your full-time NS, you will be given training in basic military skills followed by training in a specific vocation. This vocation assignment will depend on several factors namely your physical fitness, educational qualifications, previous technical training and relevant experience(s).

Assessment will be done during your training. Those who have leadership potential may be selected for training as Section Commanders or Officers.

BASIC MILITARY SKILLSFor those who are medically fit, you will be taught basic military skills to be able to perform as a soldier. You will also be trained physically and inculcated with a sense of military discipline.

The military skills taught include: Weapon Handling Individual Field Craft (IFC) Group Training (GT) Basic Close Combat Training (BCCT) Hand Grenade Throwing (HG) Standard Obstacle Course (SOC) Drill

Training will be tough but progressive. Your stamina and fitness will be gradually developed through endurance and physical training exercises, followed by periods of rest and recovery.

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RIFLE RANGESDuring your BMT, you will be taught to use your personal weapon and will betaking part in live firing at rifle ranges. Your instructors will brief you on thesafety precautions to be taken during training, and you must follow the instructionsstrictly.

Individual Marksmanship Training (IMT)IMT simulates realistic range conditions toallow corrective and repeated practices forfirers without the constraints of insufficientammunition. Firers will be familiarised withthe various firing position sequences in BasicTrainfire Package (BTP). The IMT is able toanalyse and diagnose each individual firingpattern to promote the fundamentals of basicshooting.

To prepare you for the actual live range, you will undergo the following:

PROFICIENCY EVALUATIONDuring your training in BMT, categorisation and evaluation will be conductedin the following training:

Standard Obstacle Course (SOC)You will be required to run 100m, clear12 combat obstacles, and run a further300m in combat attire. Grading will begiven based on your timing.

Swimming CategorisationAfter an initial categorisation exercise,the non-swimmers will be trained on waterconfidence.

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RIFLE RANGESDuring your BMT, you will be taught to use your personal weapon and will be taking part in live firing at rifle ranges. Your instructors will brief you on the safety precautions to be taken during training, and you must follow the instructions strictly.

Individual Marksmanship Training (IMT)IMT simulates realistic range conditions to allow corrective and repeated practices for firers without the constraints of insufficient ammunition. Firers will be familiarised with the various firing position sequences in Basic Trainfire Package (BTP). The IMT is able to analyse and diagnose each individual firing pattern to promote the fundamentals of basic shooting.


PROFICIENCY EVALUATIONDuring your training in BMT, categorisation and evaluation will be conducted in the following training:

Standard Obstacle Course (SOC)You will be required to run 10m, clear 12 combat obstacles, and run a further 300m in combat attire. Grading will be given based on your timing.

Swimming CategorisationAfter an initial categorisation exercise, the non-swimmers will be trained on water confidence.

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RIFLE RANGESDuring your BMT, you will be taught to use your personal weapon and will betaking part in live firing at rifle ranges. Your instructors will brief you on thesafety precautions to be taken during training, and you must follow the instructionsstrictly.

Individual Marksmanship Training (IMT)IMT simulates realistic range conditions toallow corrective and repeated practices forfirers without the constraints of insufficientammunition. Firers will be familiarised withthe various firing position sequences in BasicTrainfire Package (BTP). The IMT is able toanalyse and diagnose each individual firingpattern to promote the fundamentals of basicshooting.


PROFICIENCY EVALUATIONDuring your training in BMT, categorisation and evaluation will be conductedin the following training:

Standard Obstacle Course (SOC)You will be required to run 100m, clear12 combat obstacles, and run a further300m in combat attire. Grading will begiven based on your timing.

Swimming CategorisationAfter an initial categorisation exercise,the non-swimmers will be trained on waterconfidence.

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PROFICIENCY TESTS

In order to graduate at the end of your BMT, you must attain a certain level of proficiency in the following tests:

Individual Physical Proficiency Test (IPPT)To attain at least a pass on 5 stations, namely: sit-up, standing broad jump, chin-up, shuttle run (4x10m) and a 2.4km run.

BMT Standard - At least a "D" grade performance in all 5 items and a total of 12 or more points.

Basic Trainfire Package (BTP) TestYou have to achieve a minimum number of target shots in the test to evaluate your shooting proficiency.

STANDARDS TO BE ACHIEVED

AGE GROUP GRADE PTS SIT-UP STANDING CHIN-UP 4 X 10M 2.4 KM RUN(YEARS) (REPS) BROAD JUMP (REPS) SHUTTLE (MIN:SEC)

(CM) RUN (SEC)

>242234 - 242225 - 233216 - 224207 - 215

>238230 - 238221 - 229212 - 220203 - 211

>1110 - 118 - 96 - 74 - 5

>109 - 107 - 85 - 63 - 4

X BELOW

25 YEARS

Y 25 - 29YEARS

ABCDE

ABCDE

54321

54321

>3937 - 3934 - 3631 - 3328 - 30

>3836 - 3833 - 3530 - 3227 - 29

Basic Trainfire Package (BTP) Test Score Table

Type of Range Total number of rounds fired

Minimum rounds to qualify for pass

Basic Trainfire Package (BMT) 32 16

Individual Field Craft (IFC) TestYou have to complete 3 different tests that will test your proficiency in camouflage skills, field observation skills, and tactical movement in both the day and night.

COMMANDERS OF THE SAF

Trainees who demonstrate leadership potential during BMT will be selected to attend Officer Cadet or Section Leader Courses. Trainees not selected for leadership courses would be sent for relevant vocational training and subsequently serve in the units.

Officer Cadet School (OCS)Officer Cadets will undergo a 38-week Officer Cadet Course that is aimed to train and develop the 3rd Generation Officers for the SAF. Being the premier leadership school, OCS embraces the SAF Core Values and the SAF Leadership Framework as its foundational pillars in the design of Officer Cadet training. During their course of training, the Officer Cadets are instilled with the ability to lead, command and inspire their fellow soldiers to greater levels of military and professional competence. The comprehensiveness and rigour of the curriculum will develop mettle and character in the cadets.

Specialist Cadet School (SCS)Apart from being the Backbone of the SAF, the Warrant Officer and Specialist (WOSpec) Corps is one of the two leadership pillars in the SAF. Working in partnership with the Officer Corps, WOSpecs are key conduits in engaging and training soldiers given their vast experience and competence in engagement.

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Selection of SAF CommandersThe SAF adopts a multi-source and multi-timepoint approach when selecting suitable trainees to be commanders. During BMT, trainees will experience a series of leadership assessments of different nature, from surveys of leadership interest to an outfield Situational Test. Trainees who demonstrate leadership potential during BMT will be selected to attend Officer Cadet or Section Leader Courses. It is thus important that you give your fullest participation during these assessments as competition is extremely keen, and only the best of each cohort are selected as officer cadets.










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Selection of SAF Commanders

SCS is the birthplace of all Army WOSpecs.

A step into SCS is a step towards being part of a Corps that prides itself of its professional character, discipline and leadership.

Trainees selected for SCS will attain the Specialist Cadet (SCT) rank and under-go an 8-week Specialist Cadet Course (Foundation Term) {SCC (Foundation Term)} which aims to provide baseline training for all Specialists-to-be, specifically in terms of technical competency and leadership. It will not only ensure that the SCTs are competent in the operational requirement of a Section Commander, but also confident, disciplined and effective in their capacity as a leader of men.

After the SCC (Foundation Term), the SCTs would receive further vocational training before becoming a Specialist in the SAF. Infantry/Guards SCTs will remain in SCS for the 13-week SCC (Professional Term) while others undergo specific vocational training of similar duration in their respective training schools, e.g. Artillery, Armour, Signals Training Institute etc.

The 8-day SCC (Combined Arms Term) brings all Specialist-to-be back together in SCS, for the last journey of their SCC before they become part of the WOSpec Corps. SCC (Combined Arms Term) focuses mainly on sharpening leadership skills, promoting combined arms culture and also strengthening the SCTs pride and identity through leadership immersion and combined arms sharing.

The SCC provides SCTs with many possible avenues for deployment after graduation as well as the possibility of being selected for more advanced courses, such as, the Platoon Sergeant Course. Exceptional graduates from the SCC will also have the opportunity to be considered for crossover to OCS.

VOCATIONAL TRAININGThe main three categories of vocations in the SAF are combat, combat support and combat service support vocations. The SAF matches service-men with vocations according to its organisational needs, their educational qualifications, medical fitness and the unit commander's recommendation.

SAFETY DURING TRAININGTraining safety is continually emphasised in the SAF. All possible safety control measures are taken to ensure that servicemen are safeguarded against all injuries during training.

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Before training, you should take special precautions against heat injuries by drinking water beyond the point of thirst, and by taking as much water as possible during training breaks.

Some of the warning symptoms of heat injuries include nausea, dizziness, fainting, lack of/ excessive sweating, headache, rising body temperature, rapid pulse, muscle cramp, disorientation or confusion, blurry vision, loss of co-ordination, seizures and fatigue.

You should: Report sick if you are unwell. Consume sufficient water, especially during strenuous activities. Drink sufficient water the night before to hydrate your body before the following day's activities. Inform your commander if your buddy and / you are not feeling well during training. Have enough rest during the night especially if you are taking part in a physically strenuous activity the following day. Inform your commander prior to the start of the strenuous activity if you have been medically excused.

Do not wear additional clothing under your uniform during strenuous activities (e.g. route marches).

While commanders strive to ensure a safe training environment, safety is also an individual responsibility. If you are not feeling well, the onus is on you to inform your commanders. If your buddy is ill, you should similarly inform your commanders. A system is in place to ensure that recruits do not over-exert themselves upon returning from illness. They undergo progressive training to gradually attain the required fitness level.

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FULL-TIME NATIONAL SERVICE ALLOWANCE

All NSFs are given an NS rank allowance. Those in combat and combat support vocations are given a combat allowance of between $100 and $300. The allowance will be credited into the servicemans bank account. If you have not provided your bank account after the last submission for NS registration or have recently changed your bank account, you are required to update the bank account details at the NS Portal under the section of Quick Links and select eSelf-Update. This is to facilitate the payment of your NS allowance during your service. The details of the NS rank allowance are as follows:MONTHLY NS RANK ALLOWANCE

Specialists and Enlistees

Officers

RANK STARTING RANK ALLOWANCE

* A PTE who is upgraded to Private First Class (PFC) will be given one increment in the PTE scale

REC/PTE*LCPCPLSCTCFC3SG2SG1SG

$480$500$550$570$590$800$900$970

** Medical and Dental Officers are given an additional $200 on top of the stated rank allowance

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RANK STARTING RANK ALLOWANCE

OCT2LTLTACPT

$760$1000$1180$1880

MEDICAL BENEFITSThe SAF provides a host of medical benefits for its servicemen.

Medical and Dental TreatmentWhenever you are ill or injured, you will receive free medical treatment at your unit Medical Centre*. When seeking treatment, make sure you tell your MO if you are allergic to any drugs or vaccine.

You are also eligible for fully subsidised outpatient medical treatment1 at any government/restructured hospitals, government clinics upon producing your NS identity card. If you need to be hospitalised, you will be eligible for subsidised medical treatment at government/restructured hospital at your eligible class of ward by presenting your SAF card. This benefit is also extended to the wife and children of married servicemen on producing the Civil Service (CS) medical benefits card, which is obtainable through the unit S1.

Dental treatment is also provided to you free of charge at the SAF Dental Clinics*. Cost of precious metals used in treatment and fees for the services of a commercial laboratory will have to be borne by you.

Medical ChargesWhen hospitalisation is required, the SAF will pay 80% (50% for dependants) of the ward and meal charges as well as 100% of the treatment charges (excluding non-subsidisable items) at your eligible class of ward at Table 1. Subsidies are limited to government or restructured hospitals only.

*Beyond the SAF Medical/Dental Clinic in-house resources, you will be referred to a government/restructured hospital for follow-up treatment for which you will be subsidised according to your medical/dental benefits scheme.1 First Consultation

Fee will be subsidised if you have been referred by a government polyclinic or SAF doctor without specifying any consultant by name.

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MEDICAL BENEFITSThe SAF provides a host of medical benefits for its servicemen.

Medical and Dental TreatmentWhenever you are ill or injured, you will receive free medical treatment at yourunit Medical Centre*. When seeking treatment, make sure you tell your MO ifyou are allergic to any drugs or vaccine.

You are also eligible for fully subsidised outpatient medical treatment1 at anygovernment/restructured hospitals, government clinics upon producing yourNS identity card. If you need to be hospitalised, you will be eligible for subsidisedmedical treatment at government/restructured hospital at your eligible class ofward by presenting your SAF card. This benefit is also extended to the wifeand children of married servicemen on producing the Civil Service (CS) medicalbenefits card, which is obtainable through the unit S1.Dental treatment is also provided to you free of charge at the SAF DentalClinics*. Cost of precious metals used in treatment and fees for theservices of a commercial laboratory will have to be borne by you.

Medical ChargesWhen hospitalisation is required, the SAF will pay 80% (50% for dependants)of the ward and meal charges as well as 100% of the treatment charges(excluding non-subsidisable items) at your eligible class of ward at Table 1.Subsidies are limited to government or restructured hospitals only.

*Beyond the SAF Medical/Dental Clinic in-house resources, you will be referred to agovernment/restructured hospital for follow-up treatment for which you will be subsidised according to your medical/dental benefits scheme.1 First ConsultationFee will be subsidised if you have been referred by a government polyclinic or SAF doctor without specifying any consultant by name.

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If you wish to upgrade to a class of ward which is higher than what you areeligible for, MINDEF will subsidise an amount equivalent to the MINDEFssubsidy that would be given at the correct class of ward. As for treatmentcharges, you will have to co-pay based on the applicable rates at Table 2.In cases of service injury, SAF will bear the full cost of medical treatment atgovernment/restructured hospitals up to your eligible ward. If you request/consentto be upgraded for treatment of service injury, you will have to pay in full firstand seek reimbursement for subsidy based on your eligible ward. Medicalcosts incurred for the treatment of your service injury will continue to be coveredby SAF after your Operationally Ready Date (ORD).If you are hospitalised for a non-service injury/illness at the time of your ORD,your hospitalisation charges will continue to be subsidised until your dischargefrom the hospital. Thereafter, medical coverage for injuries/illnesses not dueto service will cease.All medical expenses incurred at private hospital are not reimbursable exceptfor outpatient treatment at private clinics run by registered medical practitioners2.You may claim reimbursement of the incurred expenses, up to a maximum ofS$10 per visit, subject to maximum of S$240 per year. If in doubt, you shouldconsult your MO, S1/Admin/MPO or Chief Clerk.

Notes: 1. Dependants will be accorded the same ward eligibility as the servicemen. 2. Professionals (viz. Medical and Dental Officers, pharmacists and engineering officers) are eligible for class A wards. * Same as in-service ward eligibility/determination of fitness.2 Expenses incurred in Chinese Medical Halls run by Chinese Physicians registered with the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Practitioners Board are not reimbursable.

Table 1 : WARD ELIGIBILITY FOR NSFs RANK NORMAL WARD

ELIGIBILITY FOR NSF

ALL OTHER HOSPITALS

NUH NUHALL OTHER HOSPITALS

WARD ELIGIBILITY FOR SERVICE INJURY OF NSF

CPT & above Class A 1 Bed * *OCT to LTA Class B1 4 Bed * *SSG to SWO Class B1 4 Bed * *CPL to 1SG Class B2 6 Bed * *REC to LCP Class C Class C Class B2 6 Bed

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can arrange to attend to your injury and document your injury sustained in your medical docket.

An injury sustained by a service personnel may be considered as a service injury only when service was a cause of this injury. An injury can be considered to be received in and attributable to service if: a. In consequence of some act lawfully performed in the discharge of his/her duties; or b. Whilst on a journey necessary to enable him/her to report for duty or to return home after duty.An example of an injury which falls into category a above would be one sustained while undergoing training. An example of an injury which falls into category b above would be one sustained while a service personnel is travelling straight from home to camp or vice versa. However, not every injury that is sustained by a serviceman in camp can be considered a service injury. For example, an injury sustained by a service personnel who was not performing an authorised task or where journey to and from home or the office was diverted for personal or non-official reason/purpose(s) would not be considered as service injury. In the event that you sustained an injury during your service, you need to:a. Report immediately to your unit MO and unit S1/dept AO so that your unit/dept can arrange to attend to your injury and document your injury sustained in your medical docket.

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b. Put up an injury report indicating your personal particulars, date/time/place of the incident and circumstances leading to your injury.c. Liaise with your unit/dept on the submission of witness statement, medical documents/reports, training programme to substantiate your injury. Should the circumstances of your injury involve a traffic accident, a traffic police report and a map detailing the route taken are also required.Your unit/dept will submit the completed injury report and supporting documents to your Unit CO/Dept Hd for certification before forwarding it to MINDEF/SAF HRSC for processing. Before MINDEF can determine that your injury is attributable to service, you will have to bear all costs of medical expenses which are not covered by your in-service medical scheme under your SAF card. Treatment for your injury must be sought at government/restructured hospitals at your eligible ward and referred by a government or SAF MO. MINDEF will not bear the first consultation fee if you are referred by a private doctor or referred to a specialist/consultant by name.Once your injury has been approved as attributable to service, you will beinformed in writing by MINDEF/SAF HRSC and a Service Injury Card will be issued to you to enjoy fully subsidised medical follow-up treatment at government/restructured hospitals up to your eligible ward. MINDEF will reimburse you the medical expenses which you have incurred at government/restructured hospitals up to your eligible ward. You will need to submit the following for reimbursement processing:a. Original medical bills and receipts/medical co-payment slip/CPF statements (if deducted from medisave/medishield account).b. Attending doctors memo to certify that the bills incurred/treatments sought was for the service injury.

ELIGIBLE WARD ADMITTED WARD CO-PAYMENT RATESBY SERVICEMAN

B2 B2 B2 B1

B2+ B1 A A

40% 65% 70% 35%

All medical expenses incurred at private hospitals are not reimbursable except for outpatient treatment at private clinics run by registered medical practitioners and the maximum amount claimable is $10 per receipt. For this, you may reimburse through your unit/dept and there is no requirement to wait till theinjury is approved as attributable to service.Should you suffer permanent disablement as a result of the service injury, your unit will arrange to convene a medical board for you. You would be eligible for disability compensation based on the degree of residual permanent disability that has been endorsed by the SAF Medical Board.

For an injury approved as attributable to service, the service personnel will be entitled to at least a Class B2 ward. The ward eligibility is dependent on the rank and vocation of the service personnel at the time of injury. You will be informed of your eligible ward by MINDEF/SAF HRSC once your injury is approved as attributable to service. If you choose to upgrade to a higher ward, you will have to pay the difference in the cost for ward and meal charges between the entitled ward and the higher ward. The co-payment rate for the cost of treatment is as follows:

We hope that this information has made you more aware of the medical benefits and injury compensation that MINDEF has made available to servicemen. For any further clarifications, please consult your unit S1/Admin/MPO or Chief Clerk.

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All medical expenses incurred at private hospitals are not reimbursable except for outpatient treatment at private clinics run by registered medical practitioners and the maximum amount claimable is $10 per receipt. For this, you may reimburse through your unit/dept and there is no requirement to wait till the injury is approved as attributable to service.Should you suffer permanent disablement as a result of the service injury, your unit will arrange to convene a medical board for you. You would be eligible for disability compensation based on the degree of residual permanent disability that has been endorsed by the SAF Medical Board.We hope that this information has made you more aware of the medical benefits and injury compensation that MINDEF has made available to servicemen. For any further clarifications, please consult your unit S1/Admin/MPO or Chief Clerk.

ELIGIBLE WARD ADMITTED WARD CO-PAYMENT RATESBY SERVICEMAN

B2 B2 B2 B1

B2+ B1 A A

40% 65% 70% 35%

All medical expenses incurred at private hospitals are not reimbursable except for outpatient treatment at private clinics run by registered medical practitioners and the maximum amount claimable is $10 per receipt. For this, you may reimburse through your unit/dept and there is no requirement to wait till theinjury is approved as attributable to service.Should you suffer permanent disablement as a result of the service injury, your unit will arrange to convene a medical board for you. You would be eligible for disability compensation based on the degree of residual permanent disability that has been endorsed by the SAF Medical Board.


We hope that this information has made you more aware of the medical benefits and injury compensation that MINDEF has made available to servicemen. For any further clarifications, please consult your unit S1/Admin/MPO or Chief Clerk.

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VACATION LEAVE

a. Vacation Leave

During your 2 years of full-time NS, your leave entitlement will be 14 days per year. Leave for service of less than a calendar year will be pro-rated according to the length of service.Exit Permit

If you wish to go overseas, you are required to apply for an Exit Permit for overseas trips spanning 3 months or more. You must obtain approval for overseas leave from your unit and ensure that you have not been scheduled for any duty during the period of overseas trip. You may apply for an Exit Permit through the Electronic Exit Permit (eEP) System via NS portal at http://www.ns.sg. Exit Permit is not required if you are travelling overseas for official duties.

b. Compassionate Leave

You may be granted compassionate leave of up to 3 working days byyour Unit CO/Hd of Department if you need to be absent from duty because of:i. Dangerous illness, imminent death, or death of spouse, children, parents, siblings or grandparents; orii. Serious domestic problems where your presence is essential to avoid domestic hardship.If 3 days of compassionate leave are insufficient, you may be granted an additional 4 working days of compassionate leave by your Unit CO/Hd of Department if you have used up your vacation leave.

c. Medical Leave

You are eligible for medical leave if it is authorised by a government doctor/SAF MO/Dental Officer (DO) or registered private practitioner. To qualify for medical leave, a medical certificate (MC) is required.If you are too ill

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