2515 st. john’s army standing orders

[2515 ST. JOHN’S ARMY STANDING ORDERS] 03 May 18

2515 St. John’s Army Standing Orders Issued on the authority of the Commanding Officer


Preface

2515 St. John’s Army Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps Standing Orders (hereafter called Corps

Standing Orders) are issued under the authority of the Commanding Officer. These orders

supersede any previously published Corps Standing Orders.

Corps Standing Orders are regulations pertaining to the personnel, administration, operation,

supply, and finances of 2515 St. John’s Army RCACC. These orders are meant to amplify

regulations issued under Queen’s regulations and Orders for the Canadian Forces (QR & O’s),

Defence Administrative Orders and Directives (DAOD), Cadet Training and Administrative

Orders (CATO’s), Regional Commanding Officer’s Temporary Memorandums (COTM’s) and

DCdts 2-2 Admin Instructions (Medical Screening Protocol, CCO Membership, and Personal

Information Validation). The Commanding Officer shall be the final authority for interpretation

and enforcement of Corps Standing Orders.

Suggestions for amendments shall be forwarded to the Commanding Officer through the normal

chain of command.

Captain Paul R Clay

Commanding Officer


Table of Contents

CANADIAN CADET MOVMENT ............................................................................................................................... 6

1.0 CADET PROGRAM MANDATE ............................................................................................................................. 6 1.1 LOYALTY ........................................................................................................................................................ 6 1.2 PROFESSIONALISM ........................................................................................................................................... 6 1.3 MUTUAL RESPECT ........................................................................................................................................... 6 1.4 INTEGRITY ...................................................................................................................................................... 6 1.5 APPLICABILITY ................................................................................................................................................. 6 1.6 ENFORCEMENT................................................................................................................................................ 6

PERSONNEL ........................................................................................................................................................... 7

101 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ............................................................................................................................ 7 102 COMMAND AND CONTROL ................................................................................................................................ 7

102.1 Unit Cadet Conflict Management Advisor (UCCMA) ............................................................................. 8 102.2 Range Safety Officer ............................................................................................................................. 8

103 DUTY PERSONNEL ............................................................................................................................................ 9 104 ALCOHOL, DRUGS, AND SMOKING ...................................................................................................................... 9 105 DRESS REGULATIONS ...................................................................................................................................... 10 106 PROMOTIONS ............................................................................................................................................... 11 107 DEPORTMENT ............................................................................................................................................... 11 108 PAYING OF COMPLIMENTS ............................................................................................................................... 11 109 SUMMER / ADVANCED TRAINING, REGIONAL DIRECTED ACTIVITY, AND NATIONAL DIRECTED ACTIVTY SELECTION ........... 12 110 COMPETITIVE OPTIONAL TRAINING TEAM SELCTIONS ........................................................................................... 13 111 FRATERNIZATION ........................................................................................................................................... 13 112 CCO MEMBERSHIP AND RECRUITING ................................................................................................................ 14 113 CHAIN OF COMMAND ..................................................................................................................................... 14 114 AWARDS ...................................................................................................................................................... 15 115 INSTITUTES ................................................................................................................................................... 15 116 COMMENDATION/DISCIPLINARY REPORTING PROCEDURE ..................................................................................... 16 117 CONDUCT PREJUDICIAL TO THE GOOD ORDER ..................................................................................................... 17 118 CADET INSTRUCTOR REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................................. 17 119 HARASSMENT, RACISM, AND ABUSE POLICY ....................................................................................................... 18 120 CADET CONFLICT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (CCMS) TRAINING ................................................................................ 18 121 LOSS OF UNIFORM/MISPLACED PARTS .............................................................................................................. 18 122 PERSONNEL DEVELOPMENT REPORT .................................................................................................................. 19 123 MEDICAL SCREENING ..................................................................................................................................... 20 124 PERSONAL INFORMATION VALIDATION .............................................................................................................. 20 125 PERSONNEL TRANSFERS .................................................................................................................................. 21

OPERATIONS ........................................................................................................................................................ 21

201 OPERATION TIMINGS ...................................................................................................................................... 21 201.1 Mandatory Training Nights .................................................................................................................. 21 201.2 Personal Vehicles and Parking ............................................................................................................. 21 201.3 Weekly Parades/ Inspections ............................................................................................................... 22 201.4 Optional Training ................................................................................................................................. 22 201.5 Cancellation / Postponement of Training ............................................................................................ 22

202 PHYSICAL FITNESS TRAINING ............................................................................................................................ 23 203 FIRST AID TRAINING ....................................................................................................................................... 23 204 ACCIDENTS AND MEDICAL EMERGENCIES ........................................................................................................... 23 205 USE OF PMV ................................................................................................................................................ 23 206 RANGES ....................................................................................................................................................... 24 207 SUPERVISION ................................................................................................................................................ 24

207.1 Supervision during mandatory training activities ................................................................................ 24 207.2 First Aid Requirements ......................................................................................................................... 25


207.3 Exercises ............................................................................................................................................... 25 207.4 Attendance ........................................................................................................................................... 25

ADMINISTRATION ................................................................................................................................................ 25

301 FIRE ORDERS ................................................................................................................................................ 25 302 SECURITY ..................................................................................................................................................... 26 303 CLASSROOM UPKEEP ...................................................................................................................................... 26 304 OUT OF BOUNDS AREAS ................................................................................................................................. 26 305 CORRESPONDENCE ......................................................................................................................................... 27 306 THEFT ......................................................................................................................................................... 27 307 ATTENDANCE ................................................................................................................................................ 27 308 TELEPHONE ANSWERING SYSTEM ..................................................................................................................... 28 309 FACSIMILES .................................................................................................................................................. 28 310 EMAIL ......................................................................................................................................................... 28 311 CORPS WEBSITE ............................................................................................................................................ 29 312 FACEBOOK ................................................................................................................................................... 29 313 ACCESS TO FACILITIES ..................................................................................................................................... 29 314 BULLETIN BOARDS ......................................................................................................................................... 29 315 COMPUTERS ................................................................................................................................................. 30 316 FURTHER IT POLICY ........................................................................................................................................ 30 317 USE OF LAN CONNECTION .............................................................................................................................. 30 318 APPLICATION PROCESS (ADVANCED TRAINING AND EXPEDITIONS) .......................................................................... 31

SUPPLY ................................................................................................................................................................ 31

401 HOURS OF OPERATIONS .................................................................................................................................. 31 402 CARE AND USE OF CADET UNIFORM .................................................................................................................. 31 403 TRAINING STORES .......................................................................................................................................... 32 404 CARE AND USE OF EQUIPMENT ........................................................................................................................ 32

FINANCE .............................................................................................................................................................. 32

501 BUDGETS ..................................................................................................................................................... 32 502 PURCHASES .................................................................................................................................................. 32 503 FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES ................................................................................................................................ 33 504 HARDSHIP CASES ........................................................................................................................................... 33 506 STAFF TRAINING BONUS ................................................................................................................................. 33 507 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ................................................................................................................................. 34

ANNEX A – AWARDS LIST AND CRITERIA

ANNEX B – CERTIFICATION LIST

ANNEX C – TERMS OF REFERENCE – STAFF

ANNEX D – TERMS OF REFERENCE – SENIOR CADETS


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CANADIAN CADET MOVMENT

1.0 Cadet Program Mandate

a. The Cadet Program Mandate is described in CATO 11-03, Cadet Program

Mandate. The mandate covers the following:

(1) program mission and vision;

(2) program aim; and

(3) intended participant outcomes.

1.1 Loyalty

a. The expression of our collective dedication to the ideals of the Canadian Cadet

Movement and to all its members;

1.2 Professionalism

a. The accomplishment of all tasks with pride and diligence;

1.3 Mutual Respect

a. The treatment of others with dignity and equality; and

1.4 Integrity

a. The courage and commitment to exemplify trust, sincerity, and honesty.

1.5 Applicability

a. The Code will apply to all Unit members.

1.6 Enforcement

a. All members are expected to act with loyalty, professionalism, integrity, and

mutual respect to others and property.

b. It is the responsibility of all members of 2515 to report all infractions against the

code through the chain of command to the Commanding Officer.

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PERSONNEL

101 Duties and Responsibilities

a. All Officers, Civilian Instructors, and Volunteers are personally responsible for

the execution of the duties assigned to them by higher authority. Officers

holding supervisory positions, in turn, are responsible for assigning and

supervising the duties of their subordinates.

b. All Officers are expected to be on duty on training parade nights from 1815 hrs

– 2130 hrs. If unable to be present on a parade night or other scheduled activity,

the Commanding Officer or representative must be informed as far in advance as

possible. In the case of an exercise, the OIC of the scheduled activity must be

informed as well.

c. Instructors are expected to be present at their activities at least 15 minutes prior

to the start of the activity.

d. Officers and staff are expected to be present at support training activities as

required and as individual schedules permit. These activities include mandatory

support exercises, adventure training, expedition training, parades, citizenship

tours, and competitions. As leaders within the CCO a level of time appreciation

and planning is expected so as to attend corps mandatory training.

e. It is also noted that officers who commit to said activities are responsible for that

activity. It is the cadet who suffers when staff members do not fulfil their

commitments.

102 Command and Control

a. The Commanding Officer of a Cadet Unit is responsible to the Commander,

National Cadets and Junior Canadian Rangers Support Group (NCJCR Sp Gp),

through the CO RCSU(A), and has the responsibility to supervise and control all

duties of the personnel under his/her command.

b. The Commanding Officer has a right to expect the support of all personnel under

his/her command. Personnel are to conduct themselves in a manner, which is

not detrimental to the unit’s efficiency or in a manner that would bring discredit

to the unit, the Canadian Cadet Organization and the Canadian Armed Forces.

c. In any decision making process, the Commanding Officer may seek suggestions

or advice from others and consider those suggestions or advice as the situation

warrants. However, it must always be the Commanding Officer who makes and

bears the responsibility for the final decision.


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d. The Deputy Commanding Officer, where appointed, shall be senior to all

officers except the Commanding Officer, unless the Commanding Officer has

designated otherwise.

e. The Training Officer shall be senior to all officers working in a training

function.

f. The Commanding Officer of 2515 Corps is responsible for the command,

control, and administration of the unit. The Commanding Officer will, from time

to time, delegate command, control, and administrative responsibilities to other

officers who will in return, be responsible to the Commanding Officer for their

actions.

g. All officer staff, civilian instructors and volunteers are responsible for reading

and understanding their terms of reference (TOR). If clarification is required, it

is the individual’s responsibility to ensure clarification of the TOR. TORs are

located at Annex C – 2515 RCAC Terms of Reference.

h. If required, a subordinate officer will be delegated by the Commanding Officer

to be the second in command, who will act as the Commanding Officer when the

current Commanding Officer is not available to perform his/her duties. This

officer will be directly responsible to the Commanding Officer for his/her

actions and decisions. By default, the responsibilities of the Commanding

Officer will fall to the Deputy Commanding Officer, if one has been appointed,

unless circumstances dictate otherwise.

102.1 Unit Cadet Conflict Management Advisor (UCCMA)

a. The Unit Cadet Conflict Management Advisor(s) will be appointed by the

Commanding Officer. Telephone numbers of the UCCMA will be promulgated

in the units contact information.

b. Where possible, there will be a UCCMA of each gender appointed.

c. All Corps personnel may seek the advice and guidance directly, without going

through the chain of command, for all matters respecting abuse, sexual or

otherwise, human rights issues, harassment, and conflict with other individuals

in the unit.

d. UCCMA qualified personnel will conduct annual training of all personnel in

accordance with National Regulations.

102.2 Range Safety Officer

a. Range Safety Officer(s) will be appointed by the Commanding Officer.


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b. Range Safety Officers will be qualified and certified as Atlantic Region

qualifications and certification policy dictates.

c. Certified Range Safety Officers will be promulgated in Corps Standing Orders.

d. The Range Safety Officer is responsible to the Commanding Officer for the safe

operation of ranges and weapons.

e. The Range Safety Officer is responsible to the Training Officer for firearms

handling training as required.

f. Individuals who are certified RSO(s) and may be used to conduct range training

for biathlon, marksmanship, or other familiarization training. Certification

Personnel List is located at Annex B – Certification List: Personnel 2515.

103 Duty Personnel

a. The Deputy Commanding Officer (or, if none appointed, the Commanding

Officer) will hold the master copies of the duties of the Security Specialist and

the Duty NCM.

b. The Training Officer will ensure that an up-to-date list is published so that all

personnel will know the duty staff on a given training period.

c. The Training Officer will maintain a duty roster for all duty personnel and

promulgate it on the Corps Information Board.

d. Changes to the roster must be reported to the Training Officer as soon as

possible.

e. Only the Commanding Officer, Deputy Commanding Officer, or the

Administration Officer can authorize a change in rotation.

f. All duty personnel shall report to the Security Specialist by 1815hrs on the

evening of their duty. Tour of duty will terminate at 2130 hrs the same evening

or when all tasks have been completed.

g. Security Specialist shall report to the Commanding Officer or designate at the

end of each training period and report any incidents. A log of all matters

concerning duty shall be promulgated each night and keep on file for the

duration of the training year.

104 Alcohol, Drugs, and Smoking

a. The consumption of alcohol is not permitted by staff (eight hour rule) or cadets

prior to, or at any Cadet activity, or in the presence of Cadets.


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b. Smoking is not permitted at any cadet activity under the direction of 2515 St.

John’s Army RCACC, or activities that come under the authority of RCSU (A).

Atlantic Region believes in a healthy lifestyle and prohibits smoking for cadets

entirely to further these means. Governance of smoking policy is CATO 13-22,

Smoking Policy.

c. All Officers, Instructors, Volunteers, and Cadets are to comply with the Cadet

Drug and Alcohol Policy as per CATO 13-23, Drug and Alcohol Policy.

Ignorance is not a tolerable excuse.

105 Dress Regulations

a. All Cadets are expected to be familiar with the contents of, and comply with

CATO 46-01, Army Cadet Dress Regulations.

b. All staff are expected to familiarize themselves with A-AD-265-000/AG-001 –

Canadian Forces Dress Instructions. Seasonal dress changes for officers will be

decided by NDHQ and then passed along to the regions. Notice of seasonal

dress change for officers will be distributed as command dictates.

c. The dress and appearance of Officers and Cadets will on all occasion’s reflect

and be a credit to the Canadian Forces, Canadian Cadet Organization, and 2515

St. John’s Army RCACC.

d. Seasonal dress changes and forms of dress for ceremonies and special training

will be announced in weekly training orders through verbal and electronic

communication.

e. Items of the cadet uniform issued from supply will not be worn in combination

with civilian dress. Some allowances for extreme circumstances will be at the

discretion of the Commanding Officer.

f. The wearing of the Cadet Uniform is authorized for official cadet activities only.

Authorization to wear the Cadet Uniform at non-sanctioned cadet activities, ie.

School Remembrance Day Ceremonies, must be obtained from the Commanding

Officer.

g. Cadets and their parents/guardians are to understand that the uniform and

equipment issued by Supply is on loan by DND for the duration of their cadet

career and must be returned at the completion of training. Cadets are also

expected to comply with instructions for the care of the uniform, so as to return

it in a recyclable or reusable condition.

h. Haircuts and styles for male and female cadets must comply with CATO 46-01

and present a neat, clean – cut appearance for all cadet activities.


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106 Promotions

a. Promotions will be made a minimum of once a Training Year, dates and

frequency are at the sole discretion of the Commanding Officer.

b. Promotions will be made in accordance with CATO 13-02, Merit-Based Cadet

Rank Promotions.

c. The final decision for promotions rests with the Commanding Officer.

107 Deportment

a. All Officers, Civilian Instructors, and Volunteers must be aware of their

responsibilities as role models at all times. Behaviour when around Cadets must

be above reproach.

b. Officers’ dress, haircuts, and overall appearance must meet Canadian Forces

Policy at all times.

c. Cadets and staff must avoid the use of scented products. For the benefit of all

personnel at the unit, 2515 promotes a scent-free environment.

d. Civilian Instructor and Volunteer dress must be neat, clean, and appropriate for

the activity. Jeans are acceptable attire if they are well kept and in good repair,

during formal activities jeans are not authorized. Dress for Commanding

Officer’s Parades and other ceremonial occasions should reflect the formality of

the event.

e. Officers and staff are to address each other by their rank/title and surname, and

cadets by rank and surname, when in the presence of cadets.

108 Paying of Compliments

a. A high standard of military bearing is to be maintained and all ranks will pay

proper compliments to officers. Compliments will be carried out in a smart and

efficient manner.

b. Proper compliments will be observed in the following areas;

(1) Entering and leaving Corps Orderly Room;

(2) On the parade square;

(3) Outside areas on CFS St. John’s grounds; and,

(4) Officers entering classroom.

c. There will be no saluting in the Corps Headquarters or classroom complex area.


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d. All, regardless of rank, will recognize the Commanding Officer. Officers of the

same rank of the Commanding Officer are not required to salute the

Commanding Officer.

e. When you find that you are working in close proximity to someone to whom you

would pay compliments, the professional military way is to pay compliments the

first time you meet the senior person at the start of the training period, and again

as the last thing you do before parting company or retiring at the end of the

activity.

f. Compliments will always be paid by all, on all occasions, on the parade square.

109 Summer / Advanced Training, Regional Directed Activity, and National

Directed Activity Selection

a. Cadets are expected to submit all documentation required (Annual Personal

Information Validation, Basic / Detailed Health Questionnaires, etc.) by posted

deadlines. Failure to do so may result in failure of the Cadet to attend the

Summer Training Course being applied for. For all activities, cadets will be

required to complete an ‘Application for Participation’ Form. The Application

Form is considered part of Situational Screening for medical concerns with

regards to these activities. If required by the situational screening, a more

detailed medical screening may be required.

b. Summer training selection will be actioned by the Commanding Officer in

consultation with the unit staff. Selection will be based on criteria set out by

Atlantic Region Directives and a combination of attendance, attitude and cadets

forecasted ability to complete applied tasks at an acceptable level.

c. Application for Summer Training will be produced electronically through

FORTRESS. The summer camp application process at the unit will be

considered a five step process:

(1) List and description of all summer camp opportunities will be posted along

with a letter and document sent home to the parents for review;

(2) Cadets will submit an Application for Participation listing the desired

courses;

(3) If required, cadets will notify the Administration Officer of any incorrect

data to be amended in FORTRESS;

(4) Cadets will return the completed Application for Participation to the

Administration Officer for entry in to FORTRESS; and

(5) Applications will be created by the Administration Officer, then ranked and

submitted by the Commanding Officer.

d. Steps will be repeated as required on an individual basis.


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e. If it is determined by the Commanding Officer that a cadet is not suited to attend

summer training then a negative recommendation shall be submitted with the

application via FORTRESS and the cadet shall not be placed on any spare list.

f. If a cadet has been deemed unsuitable for summer training, the cadet and parent

will be notified and the option of a cadet/parent meeting with the CO will be

given.

g. Upon selection for a course, an ‘Offer of Participation’ form will be generated

via FORTRESS which is to be accepted or rejected by the cadet and their

parents, and returned promptly to the Administration Officer for registry in

FORTRESS and filing to the cadet’s personnel record.

110 Competitive Optional Training Team Selections

a. As the beginning of each training year, a CIC officer or Civilian Instructor /

Volunteer will be appointed to coordinate and coach each competitive optional

training teams.

b. As of 30 Sep of each training year, the coordinator of each team must submit to

the Commanding Officer a selection criteria and process for team selection for

approval.

c. Selection criteria should be based upon a combination of the following,

considered in priority:

(1) participation, attendance and dedication to Mandatory Training Activities;

(2) participation, attendance and dedication to team selections;

(3) level of achievement in the discipline; and

(4) potential for progress and growth in the discipline.

111 Fraternization

a. Officers, Civilian Instructors, or Adult Volunteers will not fraternize with Cadets

on any occasion.

b. Cadets will not fraternize with other cadets during cadet activities.

c. Definition: frat-er-nize (fràt er n ìz) verb, intransitive

(1) To associate with others in a brotherly or congenial way.

(2) To associate on friendly terms with a clearly defined group, often in

violation of discipline or orders.


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d. Examples of fraternization, but not limited to, are:

(1) Holding hands;

(2) Embracing;

(3) Sexual overtures; and

(4) Offering favours in advancement of personal relationship.

e. All staff is expected to familiarize themselves with CATO 22-05, Personal

Relationships for further information and clarification of policy.

112 CCO Membership and Recruiting

a. Per the Memorandum of Understanding between the Department of National

Defence and the elemental Leagues, including the Army Cadet League of

Canada, recruiting new members of the Corps is a responsibility of the

Sponsoring Committee. Officers, Civilian Instructors, Volunteers, and Cadets

are encouraged to assist where possible.

b. The unit shall develop and update on a yearly basis a progressive recruitment

plan that shall encompass the whole St. John’s region. The Commanding

Officer will attempt to dedicate some unit funds to aid in recruitment.

c. Cadets are required to complete and produce the following documents upon

joining the cadet unit:

(1) CF 1158, Application for Membership;

(2) Proof of age by a Government ID, Passport, or Birth Certificate; and

(3) Provincial / Territorial Health Insurance Card.

d. All documentation listed in 111 CCO Membership and Recruiting, Para C must

be present and the Commanding Officer must review and sign the CF 1158 prior

to the cadets information being entered into fortress and being permitted to

attending training activities.

113 Chain of Command

a. All personnel are to go through the proper chain of command in all matters. The

chain of command is dictated by the Commanding Officer.

b. The Corps RSM is the only Cadet who may liaise directly with the Commanding

Officer without going through the normal chain of command.

c. The Corps Master Warrant Officers, Warrant Officers, and Sergeants may liaise

directly with the appropriate officer regarding matters related to Training,

Administration, or Supply.


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d. All personnel are permitted to have personal interviews with the Training

Officer or Commanding Officer. It is preferable that prior appointments be made

for these interviews.

114 Awards

a. Cadets applying for awards are required to meet deadlines for submissions of

medicals, written applications, qualifications, etc. as issued by proper authority.

b. Cadets failing to meet deadlines will forfeit their chance for application.

c. Where more applicants than vacancies exist or prioritizing of applicants is

needed, the Commanding Officer shall seek the advice of staff but will be the

final authority for the selection of the nominated Cadets.

d. For annual awards such as those presented at the time of the Annual Ceremonial

Review, criteria are listed at Annex A – 2515 Awards and Criteria. All corps

personnel should be aware of the awards and their history, and what is required

to receive the awards.

e. An awards committee chaired by the Commanding Officer will convene no later

than one month prior the Annual Ceremonial Review date to review all awards

nominees and vote on the award winner. In the case of a tie the Commanding

Officer will use an extra vote to break the tie.

115 Institutes

a. The Canteen will be open during the scheduled breaks at regular training parades

and Commanding Officer’s parades.

b. Canteen operation is the responsibility of the Duty NCM, to be overseen by the

Duty Officer. The responsibilities will include serving Cadets, collecting

money, maintain a record of sales, and maintain security on regular parade

nights.

c. The canteen may be opened during optional training activities at the discretion

of the Commanding Officer, in consultation with the Administration Officer.

The instructor/officer in charge of the optional training activity is responsible for

canteen security, operation, and collection of payment.

d. An officer appointed by the Commanding Officer will be responsible for

maintaining a sufficient stock of items in the canteen.


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116 Commendation/Disciplinary Reporting Procedure

a. Chits will be written to commend a cadet for their actions or to report a recurring

discipline issue. Commendations will be written in blue or black ink, censures

will be written in red ink.

b. Chits may be initiated by any NCO, but must be reported through the chain of

command and must be signed by the level officer before being passed on for

action. All pertinent information including issue, cadets reasoning, reference to

violation of specific standing order and recommendations.

c. The Training Officer will suggest a course of action and present them to the

Commanding Officer.

d. The Administration Officer will ensure the Chit is filed in the Cadet’s personnel

file.

e. All disciplinary actions shall be in accordance with CATO 15-22, Conduct and

Discipline Cadets. CATO 15-22 must be referenced to ensure the appropriate

response and investigation procedure(s) is followed before a disciplinary

response is given.

116.1 Severe Disciplinary Action

a. In the case where a cadet has committed an infraction consistently, or, if the

infraction is of more serious nature (i.e. a situation with regards to the safety

and welfare of other personnel) then more serious actions must be taken.

b. Verbal warnings are recorded warnings which go on file. They are of a serious

nature and are the next step after the cautionary notice and written chits. A

verbal warning is also the next step before a written warning.

c. Written warnings are the last step before counselling with the Commanding

Officer and dismissal from the unit.

116.2 Demotions

a. Demotions can be utilized as an alternative measure to dismissal and should only

be considered in the case of cadets who honestly realize their mistake but are

also an asset to the unit. The well-being of the cadet in question must also be

carefully scrutinized.

b. More information of demotion policy of cadets can be found at CATO 15-22.


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116.3 Suspension and Dismissal

a. Suspension guidelines are directed by CATO 15-22 and are an option that can be

used for a variety of situations.

b. Dismissal or “Termination” of a cadet within the unit may be required for more

serious incidents. When this is the case, CATO 15-21, Termination of Cadet

Membership, and Queens Regulations and Orders (Cadets) 4.21 will be adhered

to. Appropriate paperwork must accompany this decision and the cadet must be

afforded the opportunity to grieve this decision to CO RCSU(A). The

commanding officer will ensure that all required steps have taken place.

117 Conduct Prejudicial to the Good Order

a. The conduct of all Royal Canadian Army Cadets shall reflect the high ideals and

aims of the organization. Any conduct prejudicial to the good order of 2515 St.

John’s Army RCACC will not be tolerated and can result in dismissal.

b. Examples of such conduct, but not limited to are:

(1) conduct or actions that will undermine morale;

(2) associations with groups outside of cadets that will undermine the

purpose and aims of Army Cadets;

(3) being found guilty in civil or criminal court action or being an accessory

to a crime;

(4) disobeying a direct order of a superior;

(5) being improperly dressed or slovenly in dress;

(6) improper use of equipment/loss of equipment;

(7) undermining the authority of a superior; and,

(8) disorderly conduct while in uniform or while at a cadet function.

118 Cadet Instructor Requirements

a. Cadet instruction must be of the highest standard at all times.

b. A cadet will not conduct an instructional period for cadets unless:

(1) A lesson plan has been prepared prior to the instruction period;

(2) The cadet instructor has undergone instructional technique training; and,

(3) The cadet instructor has been evaluated under the supervision of the

Training Officer or his/her delegate and meets the standard for

instruction.

c. Failure to meet the above requirements will result in remedial action which may

include:


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(1) Additional Instructional Technique training;

(2) Relinquishment of instructional privileges; or,

(3) A negative recommendation for promotion or training.

d. All instructors will be assessed by the Training Officer or his/her delegate.

Officer staff will be assessed as much as deemed is necessary to improve the

individual’s standard of instruction.

e. Formal and informal assessments may come at any point during the LHQ

training period. No notification of assessment is required.

119 Harassment, Racism, and Abuse Policy

a. To facilitate a positive environment for all personnel, harassment, racism, and

abuse of any nature will not be tolerated in 2515 St. John’s Army RCACC.

b. All incidents of harassment, racism, or abuse shall be reported to the Unit

Conflict Management Advisor, who will investigate them and advise the

Commanding Officer as to what action should be taken.

c. False accusations will be taken very seriously, and may result in dismissal. For

further clarification, a false accusation will be known as an accusation that with

thorough investigation turns up as inaccurate or entirely untrue.

d. All staff shall complete the harassment and abuse training as required and

dictated by national policy.

120 Cadet Conflict Management System (CCMS) Training

a. All Cadets must have completed CCMS training within 90 days of enrolment.

Training will be in accordance with CATO 13-25, CCMS.

b. The Commanding Officer will certify that all personnel have attended required

PSRY Training and that it is reflected in Fortress.

121 Loss of Uniform/Misplaced Parts

a. All articles of cadet clothing on loan to a cadet shall be clearly marked with the

cadet’s name.

b. The cadet and his/her parent/guardian are responsible for any items on loan

during the time the cadet is issued them until they are returned to 2515 St. John’s

Army RCACC.

c. A loan card will be maintained by the Supply Officer to account for all uniform

items and the cadet shall initial for each item that is issued to him/her.


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d. If a cadet has forgotten a uniform item, the Supply Officer shall raise a

temporary loan card and issue the cadet a replacement item if there is sufficient

items in stock. The cadet will be required to return that item by the next parade

date. The cadet shall be issued a verbal warning about having all required items.

If the cadet does not return the item on temporary loan, no further issues will be

made until item is returned and a written chit will be issued.

e. If a cadet loses a uniform part and it has been determined that the loss is through

the cadet’s negligence, the Supply Officer may request financial recovery for

that item by means of a letter to the parent/guardian (as per outside

correspondence procedures). The cadet will be re-issued that item, and a written

chit will be created and put on the cadet’s personnel file. Should this occur a

second time, the Supply Officer will arrange for the cadet to be brought before

the Commanding Officer for disciplinary action.

122 Personnel Development Report

a. All staff is subject to personnel evaluation. In order to train officers to become

more efficient and to help develop desirable leadership qualities, 2515 St. John’s

Army will conduct a PDR process. This process will be “in house” and will not

affect the officer for employment or other opportunities.

b. The PDR process will consist of the following steps:

(1) Initial Interview – This stage will state a terms of reference and also

secondary duties as assigned by the CO. An area will also allow the

member to state goals.

(2) Midterm Assessment – This will take place after the Christmas break and

will afford the assessor a chance to help the member identify strengths

and weaknesses. It will also pinpoint if the member is meeting the

required standard.

(3) Final Assessment – This will take place at the end of the given training

period and will afford the member the opportunity to review their

performance over the given year. The final assessment will be signed

and dated as read. One copy shall be filed and the other will be given to

the member.

It should be noted by all members that a mark of competent means that the

member is completing the requirements of the position and should not be taken

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123 Medical Screening

a. Process for these screenings will be IAW DCdts 2-2 Admin Order – Medical

Screening.

b. Medical screening of personnel will be conducted upon application and as

follows:

(1) Initial Screening. Conducted upon joining or rejoining the unit;

(2) Annual Screening. At the beginning of each Training Year;

(3) Annual Screening. When transferring from another unit;

(4) Situational Screening. When applying for participation in RDA, NDA

or summer / advanced training; and

(5) In-Year Screening. When a cadet suffers a serious injury or illness or

undergoes a surgical operation at any moment of the year.

123.1 Medication Policy

a. Cadets identified through initial screening as having prescribed medications will

be provided the Unit Consent to Manage Medications Form.

b. The purpose of this form is to amplify DCdts 2-2 Admin Order – Medical

Screening, ensuring that all cadets take their medications as directed while under

the care and supervision of unit staff.

c. Parents will have the option to authorize an officer designated by the activity

OPI to control and administer individual medications, or to verbally confirm

with a cadet that they have taken their medications as prescribed.

124 Personal Information Validation

a. Personal Information Validation will be conducted IAW DCdts 2-2 Admin

Order – Cadet Personal Information Validation.

b. A validation form will be processed from fortress and provided to the cadet for

updating.

c. Cadets will be subjected to validation at the following times:

(1) Annual Validation – in September of the current training year for all

returning cadets.

(2) Situation Validation – when selected for participation in RDA, NDA,

Summer or Advanced Training.

(3) In-Year Validation – whenever a cadet’s information has changed.


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d. It is the cadet’s responsibility to inform administration of any change of

information.

125 Personnel Transfers

a. Cadet personnel transferring from another unit are subject to an interview with

the Commanding Officer which may include the participation of the subject

cadet’s parent(s) or guardian(s). This is to ensure that the cadet is transferring

for appropriate reasons that are for the benefit of the cadet and respective cadet

corps.

b. The cadet must notify previous unit of transfer so that the cadet will be placed

on the “Inactive” list in fortress. The cadet will complete all paperwork

required as if they were applying for membership (see 111 CCO Membership

and Recruiting). The cadet will be reactivated in FORTRESS once the

Commanding Officer has signed the appropriate sections.

c. COATS members who are transferring to another unit or to a specified list will

be required to complete a DND 324, Outgoing Clearance Form and ED&T (if

required). Originals of DND 2893-E (or Form X for volunteers), Attendance

Report, will be submitted with the paperwork as required.

OPERATIONS

201 Operation Timings

a. Timings are based on what the unit has as resources. Staff should be aware that

often timings are determined by the only available slots and training facilities.

201.1 Mandatory Training Nights

b. Mandatory training will take place each Tuesday night from 1830 hrs to 2115

hrs.

c. Functions that take place on mandatory training nights will be listed on the corps

information board and on the corps website prior to training period.

201.2 Personal Vehicles and Parking

a. When parking at the LCdr Paddon Building, no vehicles are permitted to park in

any space that has been specifically assigned.

b. Staff will adhere to this policy as to avoid conflict with the other units and

sections utilizing these areas. Personnel who disobey this directive will be

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201.3 Weekly Parades/ Inspections

a. An inspection by the Commanding Officer will take place once a month. These

parades will be identified as “Commanding Officers Parade” on routine orders.

b. Upon completion of weekly parades the Training Officer in conjunction with the

RSM, DSM and CSM shall recommend to the CO a best dressed cadet and shall

also bring to the CO’s attention any deficiencies that appeared during the

inspection and parade.

c. The Commanding Officer may invite a civilian dignitary from the community to

a Commanding Officer’s Parade to act as a reviewing Officer. Where such is the

case, the Reviewing Officer will be accorded all military honours appropriate to

a senior officer of the Canadian Forces while on parade.

201.4 Optional Training

a. All optional training activities shall be approved by the Commanding Officer

prior to commencement.

b. All optional training activities shall be supervised by qualified instructors at

locations approved by the Commanding Officer.

c. All optional training activities shall be stated in the Corps Monthly Routine

Orders. Required information will include dates, times and location of each

activity.

d. Days and times of optional training activities are subject to change. Any

rescheduling of an optional activity is subject to the approval of the

Commanding Officer. Notices of such changes will be announced by the

instructor in charge as far in advance as possible by phone calls and/or placing a

message on the unit website or social media.

e. Additional activities such as parades, base tours, and field training exercises will

be promulgated on the corps information board and website, as well as in verbal

and written announcements as far in advance as possible.

201.5 Cancellation / Postponement of Training

a. The Commanding Officer or designate will be the final authority on cancellation

or postponement of training.

b. Emails, phone downs, and updating of website, Facebook and phone lines will

occur as quickly as possible.

c. In the event that schools and / or city services have been shut down due to

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This is due to many reasons such as safety and welfare of all personnel, adverse

changes to family timings, and to allow for as much time as possible for

cancellation news to spread.

d. Postponement will happen mostly for weekend outings or exercises where

training will be postponed to a later date.

202 Physical Fitness Training

a. Cadets are required to maintain a fitness level that meets the aims of the

movement to promote physical fitness.

b. Cadets will participate in physical training provided by the Corps unless

specifically excused by the Training Officer in consultation with the

Commanding Officer.

c. Prior to completing fitness testing, any cadet with a FORTRESS record

indicating PT limitations will be identified and excused from physical fitness

testing.

d. Physical fitness training will be conducted by appropriately trained or

experienced staff.

e. A member of the conducting staff or participant must have a valid emergency

first aid qualification and a first aid kit will be readily available at all physical

fitness or sports training.

f. Where Cadets are moving on a roadway, a marker shall be placed 15 feet (4m)

in front of and at the rear of the group and shall ensure that traffic is controlled

for safety. Both shall wear visible fluorescent marker vests to attract attention.

203 First Aid Training

a. It is the objective that as many 2515 Corps personnel as possible will undergo

first aid training yearly and maintain a minimum of St John Ambulance

Emergency First Aid qualifications.

204 Accidents and Medical Emergencies

a. All precautions will be taken to avert accident or emergency situations.

b. Where a medical emergency occurs, the officer or civilian instructor will take

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c. Assistance will be sought for medical emergencies. No ambulance or

hospitalisation will occur without the consent of the senior officer present or the

Commanding Officer.

d. The Commanding Officer will be notified of all accidents and medical

emergencies as soon as practical.

e. The officer or civilian instructor will note the date, time, and circumstances and

will prepare a CF98 in the case of CF personnel or a DND 2299 in case of cadets

or civilian instructors. These forms will be forwarded to the Commanding

Officer for signature and submission to RCSU(A). A photocopy of all

documents will be taken prior to submission.

f. A DND 663 will be completed where there is a reason to suspect that general

safety can be improved.

205 Use of PMV

a. Cadets are not to use private motor vehicles (PMV) on cadet activities unless

specifically authorized by the Commanding Officer.

b. No officer or civilian instructor shall be reimbursed for the use of PMV unless

authorized by the Commanding Officer.

206 Ranges

a. Only authorized ranges will be used by members of 2515 Corps in conducting

firearms training and all range activities will be supervised by qualified Range

Safety Officers.

b. All personnel are required to comply with 2515 Corps Range Standing Orders

(published separately as 1085-12-8 (CO) dated 3 Mar 16) at all times while

on 2515 Corps controlled ranges. Range Standing Orders covering private

ranges that 2515 Corps utilizes will also apply.

c. All cadets are required to complete the appropriate firearms handling test

specific to the rifle in use prior to attending any range activities.

207 Supervision

207.1 Supervision during mandatory training activities

a. All Corps exercises shall conform to CATO 13-12, Supervision of Cadets when

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b. Where female cadets are present, a female adult supervisor should be present on

the exercise.

c. In the case of adventure training or water based activities, the officer in charge

of the activity must conform to the instructor – cadet ratios as dictated in A-CR-

CCP-951 / PT-002, RCAC Adventure Training Safety Standards and A-CR-

CCP-030 / PT-001, Water Safety Orders respectively.

207.2 First Aid Requirements

a. An Officer or Civilian Instructor shall be appointed as first aider for all exercises

and shall be qualified and equipped to carry out emergency first aid in the field.

207.3 Exercises

a. There shall be an OIC, Sup O, Senior Cadet, and First Aider identified for each

exercise.

207.4 Attendance

a. Attendance on mandatory training exercises is mandatory for all cadets. If a

cadet does not attend training exercises and cannot complete the training

required to complete Star Level Training for the year they may not be eligible

for promotion or selection for Summer Training.

b. Cadets that sign up voluntarily for an exercise and fail to be present or fail to

notify the Corps that they cannot attend, will be deemed absent without official

leave (AWOL) and subject to appropriate disciplinary action.

ADMINISTRATION 301 Fire Orders

a. 2515 will identify a Fire Prevention Officer each year. All personnel should know

the identity of the Unit Fire Prevention Officer.

b. All personnel should be aware of the locations of fire extinguishers and fire

alarms.

c. In the event of a fire drill, or actual fire, the Station Fire Orders (Action on

Discovery of a Fire) are to be followed exactly. These fire orders are posted

throughout the Corps Facilities. All personnel should be familiar with these

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d. All hallways and doorways in the building will be kept clear and unobstructed at

all times.

e. Tampering with fire and safety equipment will result in disciplinary action up to

and including release of the personnel involved.

f. Local telephone numbers are:

(1) Fire Department: emergency: 911

302 Security

a. Each individual is responsible for ensuring the security of DND and Corps

property.

b. Doors to training facilities shall be locked at all times unless a facility is actively

in use.

c. The assigned duty officer will be the last person to leave the Corps Headquarters

and will ensure that the building is secure, that all doors are locked, and all

windows are secured. This check will be done even if an area has not been

occupied by the last person to leave.

d. During regular training nights a weekly security report will be completed by the

unit security specialist.

e. If using the LCdr Paddon Building Multi-Purpose Room for a special occasion, a

special building checklist must be filled out and submitted prior to and upon

completion of activity.

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303 Classroom Upkeep

a. Classrooms will be maintained in an orderly manner.

b. Classroom instructors shall ensure that they leave the classrooms clean,

whiteboards clean, chairs and tables arranged in a military manner, and that all

garbage has been placed in the proper receptacles.

304 Out of Bounds Areas

a. During training parades the following areas are out of bounds to all cadets, unless

on duty or appointed to a specific position:

(1) Canteen;

(2) Supply;

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(4) Corps Orderly Room; and

(5) Training areas of other cadet or reserve units.

b. Due to sensitive information, the items in the Administration Area and

Commanding Officer’s office will be locked at all times to ensure access is

limited. Only the Administration Officer or the Commanding Officer will give

permission for access other than appointed individuals.

305 Correspondence

a. All correspondence, including memos, newsletters, press releases, and

information to parents, must be reviewed and approved by the Commanding

Officer.

b. All outgoing correspondence not specific to a training team will have the

Commanding Officers signature. Disciplinary action will be taken against

members who distribute correspondence without the Commanding Officers

knowledge or who use the Commanding Officers electronic signature without

permission.

c. All warning and operations orders must be reviewed and approved by the

Commanding Officer.

306 Theft

a. Theft will not be tolerated and will result in dismissal from 2515 St. John’s

Army RCACC. It is the duty of every member of the Corps to minimize the risk

of theft of DND and Corps property.

b. Corps personnel are to report any suspicious activity or theft immediately to the

Commanding Officer.

307 Attendance

a. Attendance at weekly training parades is mandatory for all cadets. All cadets are

expected to be in the building and ready for training NLT 1830hrs.

b. If a cadet is unable to attend a parade night it is his/her responsibility to contact

the Corps Headquarters prior to 1815hrs and inform the Company Sergeant

Major of his/her anticipated absence and the reason.

c. Attendance at weekly training parades is recorded both in written and electronic

(FORTRESS) form.

d. Three consecutive ABSENT without excuse offences are grounds for suspension

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Commanding Officer. Leaves of absence will only be granted with approval of

the Commanding Officer.

e. Attendance at mandatory support training is a requirement to progress from one

star level to the next. It is also a criteria for promotion and selection to summer

training courses.

f. Cadets who sign up for mandatory support and/or optional activities are

expected to attend. If unable to attend, cadets are expected to contact the OIC or

Senior Cadet as per the instructions for weekly training parades.

308 Telephone

a. The corps mobile telephone will be maintained on a rotating basis by the

outgoing Duty Officer, under direction of the Commanding Officer.

b. No long distance telephone calls or charges will be made to the corps unless


309 Facsimiles

a. All facsimiles sent shall be approved by the Commanding Officer prior to

transmissions. A copy will be forwarded to the Administration Officer for filing

purposes.

310 Email

a. All email directed to 2515 Corps Commanding Officer shall be forwarded to the

concerned staff for appropriate action. Emails are to be viewed as official

correspondence.

b. All external email concerning corps activities shall be cc’d to the Commanding

Officer and Deputy Commanding Officer, if appointed.

c. The Chain of Command is to be strictly adhered to, especially when dealing with

outside agencies, when communicating using email.

d. CCOnet Outlook should be the means of correspondence when available for

reasons such as recording and security.

e. Parents are encouraged to register for information emails, which serve as a

secondary means of communication regarding news, announcements and

cancellations.


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f. Correspondence distribution lists are as follows:

(1) List A: CO, DCO, and TrgO;

(2) List B: All HQ staff (CO, DCO, TrgO, AdmO, and SupO); and

(3) List C: All Unit Staff.

311 Corps Website

a. The Corps website shall not be modified, altered, or changed without the

specific approval of the Commanding Officer or his/her designate.

b. Upon approval by the Commanding Officer of the Corps Monthly Routine

Orders and the calendar, these documents will be placed on the website for unit

members to view.

312 Facebook

a. The Corps Facebook page not be modified, altered, or changed without the

specific approval of the Commanding Officer or his/her designate.

b. Upon approval by the Commanding Officer, news, announcements, photos and

upcoming events may be placed on the Facebook page.

313 Access to Facilities

a. Access to the Corps facility will be by key card access gained through CFS St.

John’s Headquarters.

b. Access to corps supply will be managed at the corps level.

c. Classrooms, Gymnasium and Multi-Purpose room may be booked through the

NL Cadet Detachment and access added to the requesting officer’s card.

d. Cadets will not be in attendance at the facilities unless supervised by an officer

or civilian instructor.

314 Bulletin Boards

a. No items will be posted on a bulletin board unless authorized by the

Commanding Officer or his/her designate.

b. Bulletin boards will be kept timely by removal of items after the event has

occurred or the item has been posted for a reasonable period of time.


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315 Computers

a. Computers will not be removed from 2515 Corps Headquarters unless


b. Computers will be used for their specifically designated purposes only.

c. Only licensed software will be used on computers at 2515.

d. All personnel shall abide by the following directives while using computers

based at 2515:

(1) DAOD 6001-1, Acceptable Use of the Internet, Defence Intranet and

Other Electronic Networks, and Computers;

(2) CATO 11-07, Internet Acceptable Use- Cadet Program;

(3) CATO 12-40, CCO Widearea Network (CCO Net); and

(4) CATO 12-41, Acceptable Internet Use within the CCO.

316 Further IT Policy

a. Officers, civilian instructors and civilian volunteers will not contact cadets

through any means other than official Outlook email, phone or through verbal

means.

b. Officers, civilian instructors and civilian volunteers will not retain contact with

cadets through any instant messaging software or through internet profiling sites

(ie Facebook, Google+, Twitter) at any time.

c. This policy is in place to protect the cadets and staff of the unit and to foster a

professional environment.

d. Disobeying this policy may result in dismissal procedures as a staff member of

the corps.

317 Use of LAN Connection

a. LAN Connection is to be utilized first and foremost for official corps business.

Priority of usage is as follows:

(1) staff email;

(2) FORTRESS;

(3) orders and regulations;

(4) instructional research;

(5) access to military publications; and

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b. Users should refrain from using the network for personal use unless absolutely

necessary or permission is obtained from Commanding Officer or his/her

designate.

318 Application Process (Advanced Training and Expeditions)

a. All applications for Advanced Training and Expeditions must be completed fully

and truthfully by all parties. Cadets and Officers are to take to the onus upon

themselves to ensure that they fill out the application fully. Failure to meet

deadlines or inadequate information may result in the Commanding Officer

holding back applications.

b. The application procedure will be as follows:

(1) Advanced Training or Expeditious activity will be announced;

(2) Cadet or Staff will request application (if required);

(3) If possible, application will be generated from FORTRESS;

(4) Member will fill out all parts of application and obtain all required files

and documentation as needed;

(5) Member will submit application to the Commanding Officer or his/her

designate, usually the Administration Officer;

(6) Application will be reviewed for accuracy;

(7) Application will be finalized for submission with Commanding Officer

recommendation;

(8) Paper Application will be photocopied as a backup;

(9) FORTRESS Application will be submitted to ACO(L); and

(10) Application will be submitted to appropriate agency as needed.

SUPPLY

401 Hours of Operations

a. Corps Supply Hours are from 1830 hrs – 2100 hrs on mandatory training nights.

b. All exchanges must take place as soon as possible and during this time frame.

c. Supply may be opened at other dates and times at the discretion of the Supply

Officer.

402 Care and Use of Cadet Uniform

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b. No item shall be glued to the uniform. All items will be placed on the uniform as

per CATO 46-01, Army Cadet Dress Regulations.

c. Parents are responsible for the custody of the uniform and will be responsible to

reimburse the Crown for lost items.

403 Training Stores

a. The Trg O shall maintain an inventory and be accountable for all items located

in the training office and used for regular training.

b. No combustible items shall be stored in 2515 Corps Headquarters.

404 Care and Use of Equipment

a. All equipment used by Corps personnel shall be used in a diligent manner and be

used only as the item was meant to be used.

b. Care shall be taken to ensure that items are returned clean, dry, and properly

folded.

FINANCE

501 Budgets

a. By October 1st of the given training period any staff member who will require

funding for a mandatory or optional activity in which they are the OPI for shall

submit a tentative budget to the Commanding Officer.

b. If a training budget is provided by the NL Cadet Detachment for the unit to use

for mandatory training the Commanding Officer shall determine spending

guidelines in consultation with training staff.

502 Purchases

a. All purchases on behalf of the Corps will be approved by the Commanding

Officer.

b. Method of payment should mainly be by cheque or unit bank card. Cash should

only be used when absolutely necessary. If approved by the Commanding

Officer, staff may use personal funds and submit a receipt for reimbursement.

c. In all cases receipts MUST be turned into the Administration Officer for

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d. No reimbursement for expenditures or purchases on behalf of the Corps will be

made to or by an officer, civilian instructor, volunteer, or cadet unless the

Commanding Officer has approved the expenditure.

503 Fundraising Activities

a. Fundraising activities are regarded as mandatory participation activities. Failure

to comply may result in loss of privileges, baring from participation in activities

solely funded by the monies raised through fundraising, and will be considered

by the Commanding Officer when determining eligibility for promotion,

summer training, or scholarships.

b. No fundraising on behalf of the corps will be undertaken by anyone unless


c. Members of 2515 will conduct the appropriate number of fundraising activities

possible in the aim of concentrating on training. To this means only well

planned productive fundraising shall be undertaken by the unit.

d. Financial statements shall be maintained for all fundraising activities.

504 Hardship Cases

a. From time to time, families of cadets may experience financial hardships that

will mean they will not be able to afford fees that may be levied to participate in

certain cadet activities.

b. No cadet will be precluded from participating from any Corps activity solely on

the basis of the inability to pay any fees.

c. Families experiencing financial hardship should apply to the Commanding

Officer to waive any fees/donations, or to allow for a continuance or grace

period to pay the fee/donation. Each circumstance will be judged on an

individual basis and allowances made to ensure an objective of maximum

participation by all cadets.

d. Application for a waiver or an individual fee/donation payment structure will be

made in strict confidence between the applicant and 2515 Corps.

506 Staff Training Bonus

a. Pay for officers and civilian instructors is allotted as follows:

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(2) Pay is available to those officer’s the CO has appointed to the unit paid

establishment.

b. Pay will be recorded based on CATO 21-03 IAW with Atlantic Region Policies.

c. Pay will be authorized for officers by the CO based on their attendance and

performance during mandatory training or as authorized specifically by the CO.

507 Financial Statements

a. Financial Records will be kept and developed monthly. A financial report will

be available for all staff members to review on request to the Administration

Officer.

b. Financial statements will be delivered to the sponsor monthly or as requested.

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Annex A

2515 Awards and Criteria

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1. LCol (ret’d) A. J. Halfyard Award

a. Award Description

(1) Presented to the cadet adjudged to be the Best Cadet in the Green Star Training

Program for the given training year.

b. The award shall be presented to the cadet who has:

(1) completed all Performance Objectives within the Green Star Training Program, while

always striving to do so to the best of their capabilities and at a level of effort and

determination deemed superior to their peers;

(2) demonstrated a high level of dedication and involvement to the Mandatory and

Complimentary training aspects of the Green Star Training Program by attending and

being an active participant in a minimum of 80% of Mandatory and Complimentary

training activities; and

(3) consistently demonstrated a high level of dress, drill, deportment and discipline in

relation to their peers.

c. In the event that a recipient is not clear after examining the criteria in subpara b,

additional criteria may be used as follows:

(1) Involvement and dedication to optional training including, but not limited to,

marksmanship, biathlon, orienteering, pipes and drums, first aid and effective

speaking.

d. Authority For and Process of Selection:

(1) Award is based upon nomination by the Green Star Course Officer

(2) Final approval is given by the Commanding Officer after consultation with other staff

as necessary.

e. Presentation of Award:

(1) The award shall be presented to the recipient upon Graduation from the Star Level.

2. Capt J. O. Halfyard Award


(1) Presented to the cadet adjudged to be the Best Cadet in the Red Star Training



(1) completed all Performance Objectives within the Red Star Training Program, while




Complimentary training aspects of the Red Star Training Program by attending and

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speaking.


(1) Award is based upon nomination by the Red Star Course Officer


as necessary.



3. Capt G.J. Dawson Award


(1) Presented to the cadet adjudged to be the Best Cadet in the Silver Star Training



(1) completed all Performance Objectives within the Silver Star Training Program, while




Complimentary training aspects of the Silver Star Training Program by attending and









speaking.


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(1) Award is based upon nomination by the Silver Star Course Officer; and


as necessary.



4. Capt S. J. Conway Award


(1) Presented to the cadet adjudged to be the Best Cadet in the Gold Star Training


(2) As this award is specific to the Gold Star Training Program only, progress during

training for and the results of the National Star of Excellence shall NOT be a

consideration.


(1) completed all Performance Objectives within the Gold Star Training Program, while




Complimentary training aspects of the Green Star Training Program by attending and









speaking.


(1) Award is based upon nomination by the Gold Star Course Officer; and


as necessary.


(1) The award shall be presented to the recipient after all cadets in the unit have

graduated from their respective the Star Levels.

5. Lawrence (Lolly) Putt Memorial Award

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(1) Presented to the Senior Cadet adjudged to best deliver and present the Enabling

Objectives of the various Star Level Training Programs to the cadets through their

personal instructional techniques.


(1) completed Gold Star and held the qualification for the entirety of the training year;

(2) consistently demonstrated a high level of interest and preparation for their teaching

assignments in relation to their peers;

(3) demonstrated creativity, ingenuity and enthusiasm in the delivery of lessons in

relation to their peers;

(4) engaged the cadets under their charge and facilitated their learning so that it was both

understood and enjoyed; and

(5) consistently achieved a high standard on both formal and informal lesson

assessments.

c. Authority For and Process of Selection:

(1) Award is based upon nomination by the Training Officer; and


as necessary.

d. Presentation of Award:



6. Newfoundland Power Award


(1) Presented to the cadet adjudged to be the unit’s best orienteerer for the training year.


(1) demonstrated a high level of interest and involvement in the orienteering training

program;

(2) been selected for the unit orienteering team; and

(3) served as a mentor and leader for other team members as well as other cadets who

took part in team selections or just participated recreationally, acting as a positive

example to others.

c. In the event that event that a recipient is not clear after examining the criteria in subpara

b, additional criteria may be used in the order as follows:

(1) Individual results at the Provincial Orienteering Championships; and

(2) Individual results at St. John’s Orienteering Club Meets.

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(1) Award is based upon nomination by the Unit Orienteering Coordinator; and


as necessary.


(1) The award shall be presented to the recipient not before the conclusion of the training

year, at a time dictated by the Commanding Officer.

7. Capt M. M. Carroll-Leonard Award


(1) Presented to the cadet adjudged to be the unit’s best biathlete for the training year.


(1) demonstrated a high level of interest and involvement in the biathlon training

program;

(2) been selected for the unit biathlon team; and


took part in team selections or just participated recreationally, acting as a positive

example to others.


b, additional criteria may be used in the order as follows and only in an event applicable

to all nominees:

(1) Individual results at CCMBCS Stage 4;

(2) Individual results at CCMBCS Stage 3; and

(3) Individual results at CCMBCS Stage 2.


(1) Award is based upon nomination by the Unit Biathlon Coordinator; and


as necessary.




8. C. V. Moores Memorial Award


(1) Presented to the cadet adjudged to be the unit’s best marksman for the training year.

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(1) demonstrated a high level of interest and involvement in the marksmanship training

program;

(2) been selected for the unit marksmanship team; and


took part in team selections or just participated recreationally, acting as an positive

example to others.


b, additional criteria may be used in the order as follows and only in an event applicable

to all nominees:

(1) Individual results at CCMMCS Stage 4;

(2) Individual results at CCMMCS Stage 3; and

(3) Individual results at CCMMCS Stage 2.


(1) Award is based upon nomination by the Unit Marksmanship Coordinator; and


as necessary.




9. Benevolent Irish Society Award


(1) Presented to the cadet adjudged to be the unit’s best bandsman for the training year.


(1) demonstrated a high level of interest and involvement in the band training program

(either pipes and drums or military, or both);

(2) put forth a superior effort to further learn about and master their particular

instrument(s) in relation to their peers; and

(3) consistently demonstrated a high level of dress, drill, deportment and discipline

during band functions.


(1) Award is based upon nomination by the Unit Band Coordinator; and


as necessary.

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10. Molson Canadian Award


(1) Presented to the cadet adjudged to show the most improvement in the skills required

to be an Army Cadet for the training year.


(1) put forth a heightened effort and involvement towards mandatory training in the

training level being followed in comparison to the year prior;

(2) shown more pride and dedication to their personal dress, drill, deportment and

discipline; and

(3) sought, accepted and embraced further responsibility in the unit.


(1) Award is based upon nomination from any member of the unit staff; and


as necessary.




11. Most Spirited Cadet Award


(1) Presented to the cadet adjudged to contribute the most to the overall espirit de corps

and morale of the unit for the training year.


(1) maintained a positive attitude and enthusiasm towards all tasks and events;

(2) accepted all challenges and adversity with fervour;

(3) served as a positive example with regards to discipline;

(4) demonstrated a high level of consideration for the morale other members of the unit

through their actions and perspectives;

(5) embraced and promoted teamwork, cooperation and camaraderie; and

(6) been held in high regard by their peers as a source of optimism.


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as necessary.




12. Outstanding Service Award


(1) Presented to the cadet adjudged to contribute the most to the unit, with regards to the

overall operation of the unit and the unit’s participation in various functions, for the

training year.


(1) demonstrated outstanding dedication to the unit in relation to their peers;

(2) always been eager and available when called upon to perform various tasks; and

(3) gone above and beyond the typical service requirements that come with being a

member of the unit.




as necessary.




13. Best Dressed Cadet Award


(1) Presented to the cadet adjudged to hold the highest standard of dress for the training

year.


(1) demonstrated a high standard of dress in relation to their peers;

(2) consistently been thoroughly prepared for inspections by the CO or designate;

(3) put forth a determined effort towards improving and maintaining their personal

appearance; and

(4) taken a keen sense of pride in wearing the Army Cadet Uniform.

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(1) Award is based upon nomination from the Parade / Standards Officer; and


as necessary.




14. Capt D. C. Dinn Award


(1) Presented to the cadet adjudged to best exemplify the qualities and characteristics of a

leader for the training year.


(1) been held in the highest regard by all members of the unit as the example for dress,

drill, deportment and discipline;

(2) demonstrated a high level of efficiency and effectiveness in the direction and

completion of any assigned tasks;

(3) employed a strong sense of initiative and an ability to function without direction;

(4) assumed a responsibility as a role model for other cadets; and

(5) best demonstrated the qualities of a leader and principles of leadership.




as necessary.




15. Royal Canadian Legion Cadet Medal of Excellence


(1) The RCLCME is awarded in recognition for individual endeavours in citizenship that

meet or enhance the aims and objectives of the cadet movement.


(1) Met the criteria IAW CATO 13-16 Annex E.

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(1) Award is based upon a selection board to consist of three members, where possible, to

include:

(a) Commanding Officer;

(b) Member of the Royal Canadian Legion / Sponsoring Committee; and

(c) One other member as appointed by the Commanding Officer.

(2) Final approval is given by the Commanding Officer.




16. Lord Strathcona Medal


(1) The Lord Strathcona Medal is the highest award which can be bestowed upon a cadet

in recognition of exemplary performance in physical and military training, and is

presented to the cadet who demonstrates excellence in the skills required to be an

Army Cadet.


(1) Met the criteria IAW CATO 13-16 Annex D.


(1) Award is based upon a selection board to consist of three members, where possible, to

include:

(a) Commanding Officer;

(b) Member of the Sponsoring Committee; and

(c) One other member as appointed by the Commanding Officer.

(2) Final approval is given by the Commanding Officer.




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Annex B – Certification List The following personnel are certified by the region to conduct the following activities:

Rank Name AIC BCI CTL OI MBI ETLC ELC CWI RSO(AR) RSO(SB) RSO(LB) 404

Capt Barry Power X X X X X X X X X (T3)

Capt David Grant X X X X X X (B11)

Lt Amelia Grant X X X X X

Capt Paul Clay

Lt Michaela Burke X X

Lt Austin Didham X X X X

Lt Kyle Downey X

Lt Desmond Whalen

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2515 Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps Staff Terms of Reference

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POSITION: Corps Deputy Commanding Officer (DCO)

RESPONSIBLE TO: Commanding Officer

1. The Corps Deputy Commanding Officer (DCO) will act as the staff officer and is

responsible for ensuring development of corps staff through mentorship and by providing

administrative and logistical guidance.

2. The DCO primary duties are as follows:

a. Ensure corps administrative and supply requirements are in place;

b. Act as protocol and regulation advisor for all sections;

c. Update and maintain corps standing orders, terms of reference, and unit range and

training area orders;

d. Monitor and supervise all corps personnel to ensure compliance with regulations,

orders, instructions and directives;

e. Update corps personnel development review (PDR) process and ensure that PDRs

are initiated and completed on all staff members;

f. Develop and enforce unit IT policy;

g. Ensure proper and complete files are maintained on all unit staff and members;

h. Process incoming staff and assist in enrolment paperwork / Army Cadet League

volunteer process;

i. Maintain after action notes on all mandatory and optional training activities;

j. Ensure that Corps Duty Officer and Cadet Duty NCO lists are maintained and

published through all appropriate mediums;

k. Ensure personnel are fully familiar with all unit documentation and orders;

l. Develop and guide staff in training, supply, and administrative sections;

m. Develop or approve any new unit documentation;

n. Advise the Commanding Officer on methods of improving unit functionality in any

of the sections; and

o. Be responsible for the general cleanliness, sanitation and condition of all rooms

occupied by the corps; and

3. All other duties as assigned by the Commanding Officer.

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POSITION: Corps Training Officer (C Trg O)


1. The Corps Training Officer (C Trg O) is responsible for the planning and implementation

of the star level training program by scheduling and planning the various PO / EOs and

ensuring that adequate instructors are conducting the training.

2. The C Trg O primary duties are as following:

a. Coordinating senior cadet refresher training prior to the start of star level program

training;

b. Developing a master timetable of all program PO/EOs while incorporating RDA and

SDA;

c. Develop the master timetable ensuring that mandatory lectures are conducted prior to

cadets training in specific areas (ie, firearms handling prior to firing the 853c);

d. Submitting request for cadet participation to the detachment 30 days prior to any

training activity;

e. Submitting special activity requests for adventure training activities as required;

f. Providing orders for mandatory training activities in task procedure format as

required;

g. Provide training updates regularly in email format so that staff and cadets are always

informed of any changes;

h. Coordinating instructors for mandatory and optional training;

i. Developing an instructor schedule on a monthly basis by the 15th of each month

prior;

j. Developing a monthly calendar in consultation with applicable staff for approval by

the Commanding Officer by the 15th of each month prior;

k. Updating any changes to instructor schedules and calendars as soon as possible when

changes are required;

l. Ensuring efficient conduct of star level training and administration, to include

instruction and keeping files up to date; and

m. Ensuring that training data is updated in FORTRESS as soon as possible after

training is completed, to include PO results, qualifications, assignment to optional

groups, assignment to position, and registration for regional events.

3. All other duties as assigned by the Commanding Officer or his/her designate.

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POSITION: Corps Administration Officer (AdmO)


1. The Administration Officer (AdmO) is directly responsible for all administration

requirements, which supports the corps.

2. The AdmO primary duties are as following:

a. Ensuring that new recruits adequately complete all required paperwork and that

transfers are completed;

b. Logging and reviewing all incoming and outgoing correspondence;

c. Track incoming and outgoing correspondence with a register and by CF 728;

d. Updating and maintaining cadet information in fortress including personal, nominal

and medical information on an annual basis;

e. Maintaining financial records and providing a monthly update to the Commanding

Officer or at within one week of request;

f. Prepare and maintain hardcopy of cadet and reserve member files;

g. Maintain and monitor unit attendance and update this information in fortress;

h. Request and control all PPnS required for unit administration and training;

i. Maintain unit staff records by Form X and be prepared to submit to detachment for

required dates (December and June);

j. Screen unit files frequently to alert staff of any medical or dietary concerns;

k. Provide accurate nominal rolls for each training night and for mandatory and

optional training activities; and

l. Provide camp application information through fortress to parents/guardians by 15

Dec of current training year (or as made available) to ensure adequate time for any

changes or updates to fortress and other documentation; and

3. All other duties as assigned by the Commanding Officer and/or his/her designate.

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POSITION: Corps Supply Officer (SupO)


1. The Corps Supply Officer (SupO) is responsible for the planning, organization, and

supervision of all Supply Customer Account (SCA) and NPF items and the acquisition of

uniforms through logistics.

2. The SupO primary duties are as follows:

a. Ensure all losses of material / equipment are completed IAW current supply

procedures;

b. Prepare and maintain an inventory of all supply holdings;

c. Order and provide uniform parts, including exchanges, to all cadets who are enrolled

more than three weeks;

d. Maintain a roster of all cadets who are currently undergoing uniform exchange;

e. Inform the Commanding Officer of any SOS cadets who have outstanding uniform

parts;

f. Maintain Temporary Loan Cards (DND 638) for all individuals requiring uniform

parts, corps supply holdings, or any corps purchased equipment;

g. Order uniform parts and physical training gear through logistics as required;

h. Order rank and qualification badges through logistics as required and as the stores

become depleted;

i. Maintain a working relationship with corps affiliated unit supply section;

j. Liaise with affiliated unit supply section and detachment supply as required;

k. Maintain corps operations box with general requirements for field training and

adventure training activities;

l. Conduct SCA checks bi-annually in conjunction with the Commanding Officer; and

m. Advise the Commanding Officer of any deficiencies.


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POSITION: Corps Star Level Officer (SLO)


1. The Corps Star Level Officer (SLO) is responsible for the training, administration, dress,

and discipline of their assigned star level.

2. The SLO shall familiarize themselves with all Training Orders, Standing Orders, Routine

Orders, Qualification Standard and Plans (QSPs), Star Level Instructor Guides (IGs), and

any other required documentation.

3. The SLO primary duties are as follows:

a. Ensuring that all assigned cadets are conducting themselves in a manner that

positively reflects the CCM;

b. Ensure cadets are provided with required training materials and full information on

training routine, activities and requirements;

c. Performing interviews with each cadet in the training level to ensure that their

learning styles are identified and that any learning disabilities are disclosed;

d. Keep the Commanding Officer and Training Officer informed of any cadets who are

experiencing difficulty;

e. Promote the development of high morale and esprit de corps within the platoon;

f. Supervising lectures periodically and performing standards assessments;

g. Maintain a personnel file on each cadet undergoing training, which shall contain all

individual training assessments, formal interview results and course management

details;

h. Assist subordinates to improve job performance and further develop as instructors

and leaders;

i. Ensure that cadets in your care report for training as required by the training

schedule

j. Making themselves available to the cadets for remedial training or any other training

questions or problems;

k. Ensure cadets in the star level are outfitted properly with the required uniform parts;

l. Act in an instructional capacity as routine orders dictate or as needed;

m. Ensure cadets are briefed on Fire Regulations, Orders and evacuation procedures;

and

o. Safeguard the health and welfare of cadets in your care.


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POSITION: Corps Security Specialist (Sec O)


1. The Corps Security Specialist (Sec O) is shall be on duty every evening commencing at

1800 and finishing at 2100. The Sec O is responsible for the duty officer and duty NCM

assigned for each security shift.

2. The Sec O primary duties are as follows:

a. Ensure the safety, security, health and welfare of all personnel IAW all current rules,

regulations, orders and CFS St. John’s Emergency Response Plans (ERPs);

b. Be familiar with and respond to direction as detailed in Station Fire Orders;

c. Remain awake and alert for the duration of their shift;

d. Conduct tours within the confines of the training area to include building 312 and

building 310 or any other training area as assigned by the Commanding Officer or

his/her designate;

e. Investigate, action and/or report any unusual incident during their shift;

f. Record any significant incident on a Significant Incident Report (SIR) form and

immediately brief Commanding Officer for action;

g. Instruct and supervise the Security NCM in the performance of their duty;

h. Liaise with the Senior Duty Officer for as required;

i. Liaise with the Deputy Commanding Officer for advice as required; and

j. Participate in training as required; and


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POSITION: Corps Duty Officer (CDO)


1. The Corps Duty Officer (CDO) shall perform a duty shift from 1800 hrs – 2130 hrs (or

later as required) as assigned by the Deputy Commanding Officer. The CDO is a

temporary posting and all staff will enter duty rotation.

2. The CDO primary duties during a duty tour are as follows:

a. Arrive at the training building NLT 1800 hrs on mandatory training nights;

b. Allow entry to all cadets, parents and guests to LCdr Paddon Building between

1815hrs – 1845hrs;

c. Conduct sweeps of the training areas periodically and during assigned break times;

d. Liaise with the Sec O to report any noticeable damage to training classrooms and

areas;

e. Secure windows, ensure all doors are locked and ensure that all computers are turned

off at end of tour;

f. Ensure that all protected information is secure at the end of the tour;

g. Ensure that all training resources have been returned to the training office;

h. Ensure all lights are turned off;

i. Complete the Weekly Duty report, to include a pre and post training inspection;

j. Complete a significant incident report (SIR) immediately if required and brief the

Commanding Officer; and

k. Maintain corps cell phone communications for the week immediately following a

duty assignment, and staying aware of all corps activities taking place for that week.

3. All other duties as assigned by the Deputy Commanding Officer or his/her designate.

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2515 Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps Senior Cadet Terms of Reference

Platoon Section Commander (Sect Comd) – Established Rank of Cpl / MCpl / Sgt

1. The Section Commander is responsible to the Platoon Warrant Officer for the

performance of their duties.

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2. The Section Commander is responsible for :

a. The supervision and control of subordinates;

b. Maintaining by example and correction, the standard of dress, personal

appearance and conduct for the section;

c. Motivation and discipline of subordinates;

d. Maintaining a notebook detailing the information required to appreciate the

capabilities of adding comments regularly;

e. Support and implementation of policies establishing by the chain of command;

f. Communication of orders; instruction and feedback in both directions of the chain

of command;

g. Ensure the well-being of your subordinates; and

h. Undertaking such other duties as assigned.

Platoon Commander (Pl Comd) – Established Rank of WO

1. The Section Commander is responsible to the Company Sergeant Major for the

performance of their duties.

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2. The Plt Comd is responsible for:

a. The discipline and general supervision of the platoon NCM’s

b. Ensuring the platoon roll is called correctly and at appropriate times;

c. Posting or passing along routine orders and other directions to the platoon.

d. Carrying out administration within the platoon, including notifying the CSM if the

sections are unbalanced, cadets need uniform exchanges, phone numbers change,

etc;

e. Inspecting their platoon regularly, correcting deficiencies as they arise;

f. Being present at all inspections;

g. Doing spot checks to ensure phone calls are being made;

h. Personal and professional development of your subordinates;

i. Link the ideals and plans of your officers to the activities carried out by the

cadets;

j. Be an instructor, coach, mentor and leader; and

k. Undertaking such other duties as assigned.

Company Quartermaster Sergeant (CQMS) – Established Rank of Sgt / WO

1. The CQMS is responsible to the Sup O for the performance of their duties.

2. The CQMS is responsible to assist the Sup O with:

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a. Ensuring all equipment is in serviceable condition, noting any deficiencies;

b. Ensuring adequate supply of uniforms, and badges;

c. Ensuring new cadets are promptly kitted following enrolment;

d. In maintaining a unit equipment book showing all equipment, ownership, serial

numbers, condition, acquisition and disposal dates, repair history;

e. Issuing of rations and supervision and operation of the Company Supply while in

the field;

f. Being prepared to perform the duties of the CSM when required; and

g. Undertaking such other duties as directed by Sup O.

Company Sergeant Major (CSM) – Established Rank of MWO

1. The CSM is responsible to the CO (through the Admin O) for carrying out all assigned

duties,

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2. The CSM is responsible for:

a. maintaining the standard of dress, discipline and deportment of all NCO’s of the

Company;

b. the general supervision of all Company NCO’s in their dress;

c. advising the CQMS of cadets enrolled and released;

d. form up company for inspection and parade;

e. ensuring roll-call is carried out at appropriate times, and the company attendance

records are kept up to date;

f. keeping the RSM informed of any occurrence affecting the discipline and welfare

of the company NCO’s;

g. ensuring that the Drum Maj, Pl and Flag Party Comds notify their personnel in a

timely manner concerning company events;

h. be an instructor, coach, mentor and leader; and

i. undertaking such other duties as directed by the CO (or Admin O).

Drill Sergeant Major (DSM) – Established Rank of MWO

1. The DSM is responsible to the CO (through the Trg O) for carrying out all assigned

duties

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2. The DSM is responsible for:

a. Maintaining the standard of dress, discipline and deportment of all NCO’s of the

corps;

b. Being present at al inspections;

c. Ensuring orders are posted and duty rosters are correct and fair

d. Assisting the Trg O in the daily routine, ensuring the Duty NCO completes

assigned duties and timings are adhered to;

e. Keeping the RSM informed of an occurrence affecting the discipline and welfare

of the corps NCOs;

f. The accessibility of reference material to instructional staff;

g. Ensuring the parade square is set-up for weekly parades;

h. Be an instructor, coach, mentor and leader; and

i. Undertaking such other duties as directed by the CO (or Trg O).

Regimental Sergeant Major (RSM) – Established Rank of MWO / CWO

1. The RSM is responsible to the CO for carrying out all assigned duties.

2. The RSM is responsible for:

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a. Setting and maintaining the standard of dress, discipline, deportment, drill and

duties of all NCO’s of the company (the 5D’s);

b. The supervision of all NCO’s in their duties and encouraging them to seek advice;

c. Being acquainted with the capabilities of all NCO’s and making recommendations

regarding their employment within the company as well as recommendations for

course;

d. Being present at all inspections by the CO;

e. Keeping the CO informed of any occurrences that may affect the welfare of the

company or its personnel;

f. Ensuring all personnel are aware of orders and directives, especially those new to

the corps;

g. Ensuring that new personnel are promptly met and processed on arrival at the

local headquarters;

h. Ensuring appropriate discipline is administered throughout the company in

accordance with CO policies;

i. Be an instructor, coach, mentor and leader;

j. Be present at all inspections and special events attended by the CO; and

k. Undertaking such other duties as directed by the CO.

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