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707 MARION ORR CM RC(AIR)CS FIELD TRAINING EXERCISE 27 – 29 Mar 15

“OPERATION RAPTOR”

SITUATION

In order to satisfy the mandatory training requirements a Squadron FTX has been designed. This will serve as an opportunity to deliver the Aircrew Survival component of the proficiency level program.

MISSION

The overall aim of Operation RAPTORis to ensure that all cadets gain a more in-depth knowledge of field activities. Secondly, the exercise will serve as an opportunity to begin field instruction on aircrew survival. Classes will be given both to provide new skills to junior cadetsand skill development for NCO’s.

EXECUTION

General Outline-

(1)Phase 1 – Planning and Preparation:

The OPI will ensure that the Noncommissioned Officer in Charge (NCO I/C) manages all logistical and instructional issues. Instructors will submit a basic outline of their classes to NCO I/C, which will ensure that there is no repetition and redundancy during the exercise. The OPI will then conduct a brief pre-operation meeting with all instructors and support staff to coordinate the details of the operation.

(2)Phase 2 – Pre-Operation NCM Briefing

(a)The OPI will conduct a briefing with all instructor cadets and NCO I/C the training night prior to the start of the operation to inform them with instructions, expectations, and prepare them to commence the exercise.

(b)An advance party will be established with the primary goal of retrieving supplies from stores and prepping the lines to receive the Squadron.

(3)Phase 3 – Operation Setup

(a)Prior to the commencement of the operation, all available training staff will arrive on the training site to prepare their materials, prepare their classrooms, verify their duties when not instructing, and ensure the training site is ready to receive the cadets.

(4)Phase 4 – Training Commences

(a)All cadets will arrive on site NLT 1900hrs on 27 Mar15.

(b)Following a concise opening briefing from the NCO I/C, cadets will proceed to their lodgings. Lights out will effect at 2330hrs. Saturday training will commence at 0600hrs and terminate at 2300hrs. The Sunday component will terminate at 1130hrs with a debriefing from the NCO I/C and comments from the staff, post-debriefing cadets will depart site.

A complete detailed listing of timings, classes, and instructors can be found in Annex B.

(5)Phase 5 – After action survey and meeting.

(a)During the training night immediately following the FTX, the senior cadets will be debriefed via after action meeting on the outcome and success of the exercise.

(b)Suggestions and comments regarding the FTX can be made after the debriefing and submitted to the FTX OPI.

Staff Taskings and Terms of Reference

See Annex A

Coordinating Instructions -

(1)Schedule and Timings as per Annex B.

(2)Dress:

(a)Friday Training

Officers: CADPAT dress

Civilian Staff: Appropriate civilian attire

Cadets: Complete OD or appropriate civilian attire

(b)Saturday Training

Officers: CADPAT dress

Civilian Staff: Appropriate civilian attire

Cadets: Complete OD or appropriate civilian attire

(c)Sunday Training

Officers: CADPAT dress

Civilian Staff: Appropriate civilian attire

Cadets: Complete OD or appropriate civilian attire

(3)Warning order and Kit List as per Annex C.

SERVICE SUPPORT

Rations: Five meals and four snack/beverage periods will be provided by the squadron to the attendees. A complete breakdown of meal times and items requested appears in Annex D.

Transport: Cadets and staff will be transported by DND bus to and from the training site. Staff members will arrange for emergency vehicles to be on site.

Exercise Stores: A list of equipment required for the exercise is attached at Annex E.

Smoking: No smoking is permitted by cadets at the FTX; staff will only smoke in designated areas distanced and out of sight from active cadet areas.

Emergency Measures: See Annex F for emergency response plan.

COMMAND & COMMUNICATIONS

COMMAND

The OIC and OPI of the exercise is:2Lt Ferguson Phone: 416-666-1590

The NCO i/c is: WO FongPhone: xxx-xxx-xxxx

Instructors on the FTX are as follows:

2Lt Ferguson

CI Kreuger

CI Langford

CI Chu

CI Wu

WO Fong

COMMUNICATIONS

Parents to reach their cadets in the event of an emergency can utilize the 2Lt Ferguson’s mobile phone number: 416-666-1590

Routine communication will commence via face-to-face conversation.

Handheld radios will be issued to key staff members to ensure adequate communication is maintained over the large training area. Call signs will be assigned as below.

PositionCallsign

OICSunray

NCO I/CSunray Minor

CI LangfordRocky

CI WuBoris

CI ChuDudley

CI Kreuger Nell

//signed by//

PC Ferguson

2Lt

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#707 RC(Air)CS

(416)666-1590

Annexes

Annex A – Staff Duties

Annex B – Training Course Schedule and Class List

Annex C – Warning Order

Annex D – Rations Schedule

Annex E – Stores Request List

Annex F – Emergency Action Plan

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Annex A

Staff Duties

Officer In Charge (OIC)

Establish and supervise HQ for the duration of the exercise
Oversee all exercise operations
Remain a point of emergency contact for cadet’s parents
Communicate with Detachment as needed
Command Advance party
Manage all logistics and stores for the FTX

Officer of Primary Interest (OPI)

Coordinate use of facilities and materials for the exercise
Select and brief instructors on the expectations of the training exercise
Acquire and distribute rations as required
Prepare presentations for the opening and closing briefings
Acquire all necessary training aids as requested by instructors
Provide information and resources to instructors and attendees as required
Observe and monitor classes
Conduct an after-action meeting and administer course critiques for the posterity of future training sessions
Supervise the NCO i/c and NCO SME
Any other duties as they may arise

NCO In charge (i/c)

Ensure meals/snacks are consumed on schedule
Acquire all necessary training aids as requested by instructors
Provide information and resources to instructors and attendees as required
Conduct an after-action meeting and administer course critiques for the posterity of future training sessions

Ensure classes are on time and in correct location
Ensure garbage is not being left about the site
Assist with teardown and set-up
Any other duties as directed by the OPI

Report to the OPI daily at NLT 0700

Instructor

Prepare and deliver assigned subject material to cadets
Provide a thoughtful and engaging classroom
Develop participation and teamwork amongst cadets
Confirm lesson objectives to the level of trainee comprehension
Take notes on cadet participation and conduct during other instructor’s classes
Assist with the acquisition and preparation of rations
Any other duties as directed by NCO i/c

NCO SME (Subject Matter Expert)

Brief instructors on the expectations/nature of the training exercise
Responsible for teaching advanced level classes
Must have qualifications to be deemed an SME
Responsible for acting as a reference point for fellow instructors regarding class content and its instruction.
Responsible for reviewing and ensuring quality in all lessons taught on the FTX.
Inform NCO i/c of any changes needed or made to FTX.
Liaise with OPI.

Annex B

Training Course Schedule and Class List

FRIDAY TRAINING

TIME / PRIMARY ACTIVITY / SECONDARY ACTIVITY
Time / Activity
1400 / Advance Party Departs Stouffville Legion
1500 / Advance Party Pick up of Vehicles
1830 / Cadets arrive Stouffville Legion / Kit Check/Load bus
1900 / Depart Stouffville Legion
2030 / Arrive CSTC Blackdown / Kit issues and gear storage
2100 / Safety briefing
2205 / Staff O-Grp / NCO O-group
2330 / Lights out

SATURDAY TRAINING

TIME / PRIMARY ACTIVITY / SECONDARY ACTIVITY
0600 / Reveille and hygiene compliance / Staff O-Group
0710 / Morning PT
0740 / Hygiene Compliance
0700 / Breakfast
0745 / Period 1 begins
0815 / Period 1 ends
0815 / Period 2 begins
0845 / Period 2 ends
0845 / Period 3 begins
0915 / Period 3 ends
0915 / Period 4 begins
0945 / Period 4 ends
0945 / Break
1000 / Period 5 begins
1030 / Period 5 ends
1030 / Period 6 begins
1100 / Period 6 ends
1100 / Period 7 begins
1130 / Period 7 ends
1130 / Period 8 begins
1200 / Period 8 ends
1200 / Ablutions
1215 / Lunch
1245 / Period 9 begins
1315 / Period 9 ends
1315 / Period 10 begins
1345 / Period 10 ends
1345 / Period 11 begins
1415 / Period 11 ends
1415 / Period 12 begins
1445 / Period 12 ends
1445 / Period 13 begins
1515 / Period 13 ends
1515 / Break
1530 / Period 14 begins
1600 / Period 14 ends
1600 / Period 15 begins
1630 / Period 15 ends
1630 / Period 16 begins
1700 / Period 16 ends
1700 / Period 17 begins
1730 / Period 17 ends
1730 / Period 18 begins
1800 / Period 18 ends
1800 / Ablutions
1815 / Dinner
1900 / Night Oriented Training
2200 / O-Group / NCO O-Group
2245 / Ablutions and Lights out

SUNDAY TRAINING

0700 / Reveille and hygiene compliance / Staff O-Group
0715 / Morning PT
0745 / Hygiene Compliance/Ablutions
0815 / Breakfast
0845 / Period 1 begins
0915 / Period 1 ends
0915 / Period 2 begins
0945 / Period 2 ends
0945 / Period 3 begins
1015 / Period 3 ends
1015 / Period 4 begins
1045 / Period 4 ends
1045 / Ablutions
1100 / Lunch
1130 / Tear down commences
1330 / All depart training site / Inspection by OPI/OIC

Annex C

WARNING ORDER

707 RC(Air)CS Field Training Exercise

“OPERATION RAPTOR”

27 – 29 Mar 2015

707 RC(Air)CS will be conducting a Field Training exercise on theFirst weekend of MAY 2014.

The exercise will cover a variety of topics including leadership techniques, aircrew survival and biathlon training.

Attending one FTX per year is MANDATORYtrainingfor all cadets.

Cadets are to be dropped of NO LATER THAN 1830 on 27 Mar 2015 at the Royal Canadian Legion Stouffville. The pickup time will be 1530hrs sharp at the Royal Canadian Legion Stouffville on 29 Mar 2015.

Meals and snacks will be provided to the attendees free of charge.

Dress

FRIDAY: Complete Olive Drab or appropriate civilian attire.
SATURDAY: Complete Olive Drab or appropriate civilian attire.
SUNDAY: Complete Olive Drab or appropriate civilian attire.

Items to bring:
See attached kit list.

Attendees will receive initial instruction from staff on the Friday with regards to the exercise operations.

Any questions, comments, or concerns can be directed to the undersigned.

2Lt Ferguson

Training Officer

707 RC(Air)CS

Annex C

707 RC(Air)CS Field Training Exercise Kit List

“OPERATION RAPTOR”

27 - 29 Mar 2015

Items to bring:

Portable hygiene kit

Toothbrush/toothpaste, face cloth, 1 bar soap, antiperspirant, shower towel and other personal toiletries you may require.

-Sunscreen

-Bugspray

-1 pair of hiking boots (NOT your parade boots!, Combat boots are OK)

-1 pair of shoes (Athletic shoes you don’t mind getting dirty)

-Appropriate civilian clothing;

-Rain jacket

-Rain pants

-Warm fall coat

-2 pair pants (If not Olive Combats, Khaki Pants or Loose fit Track pants)

(NO Yoga Pants, Jeans, Denims, “Shredded” Pants, or any pants you would be bothered ruining)

-3 t-shirts (Crew Cut)

(NO Tank Tops, Spaghetti Straps, Belly Tops, Offensive Slogans, backless, off the shoulder etc.)

-3 pairs of socks

-3 pairs of undergarments

-1 fleece pullover or sweater

-2 long-sleeved t-shirts (if not wearing Olive Drab Combats)

-1 pair of shower shoes

-1 pair pyjama pants and an extra t-shirt for sleeping in

-Cheap sport sunglasses

-1 hat

-1 toque

-Water bottle (MUST bring)

-A positive attitude!!!!!!!

-Cpl’s and Up MUST BRING AN FMP or NOTEPAD WITH PENCILS

-HEALTH CARDYou will not be allowed on the trip without it!!!!

All medication is to be surrendered to Capt. Harvey upon arrival at Blackdown and will be distributed as required.

Prohibited Items:

-Knives/blades/weapons of any kind (Sgt’s and Up may bring a maximum 3 inch, lock back knife or multitool, and must declare it to the staff upon arrival at bus)

-Drugs, Alcohol, Firearms, Pornography, Tobacco Products, Matches, Lighters, Fuel

-Food (We will provide food to the cadets, Please make us aware of any restrictions)

-Electronic devices are brought at your own risk, and may be subject to confiscation.

If you are found with any of the prohibited items they will be confiscated and where appropriate returned after the FTX. Illegal items will be reported to the Military Police.All questions to be brought to 2Lt Ferguson: 416 666 1590

I ______give permission for______to attend the

(parent name) (name of cadet)

Field Training Exercise “Operation RAPTOR”, 27 – 29 Mar 2015.

______

(signature of parent) (date)

Annex D

Rations Schedule

Saturday:

Consumption Period / Time / Consumables / Total Cost( 47 persons)
Saturday Breakfast / 0700-0745 / Mess food / --
Saturday Lunch / 1215-1245 / MRE / --
Saturday Dinner / 1800-1830 / MRE / --

Sunday:

Consumption Period / Time / Consumables / Total Cost(47 persons)
Sunday Breakfast / 0815-0845 / Mess food / --
Sunday Lunch / 1100-1130 / MRE / --

Annex E

Stores Request

The following items are requested to be requisitioned for use during the training exercise.

ITEM

/ QTY REQUIRED
RAIN JACKET (bulk issue) / 0
WEB BELT / 0
CANTEEN / 47
CANTEEN CARRIER / 47
RUCKSACK / 0
SLEEPING BAG / 47
SLEEPING BAG LINER / 47
SLEEPING BAG VALISE / 47
PARKA ECW (bulk issue) / 0
GROUND SHEET – ½ SHELTER / 47
550 CORD / 100ft
FIRE EXT., ABC 5LB / 2
STRETCHER / 2
FIRST AID KIT 1-9 / 1
LANTERN, COLEMAN / 5
MANTLE, COLEMAN (2 per pack) / 6
FUNNELS / 2
NAPTHA (per 4 litre can) with Drip Pan / 1
WATER CAN (5 gal) / 2
POT, LARGE (64 litre) / 2
TOMATOE BURNER / 2
TONGS (must pick up at kitchen) / 2
PROPANE TANKS 20LB / 3
GARBAGE BAGS / 12
GLOW STICKS / 20
FLASHLIGHTS (personal) / 10
D Cell batteries (2 per flashlight) / 10
GPS / 3
AA Batteries (4 per GPS) / 12
LOUD HAILER W/ SIREN / 1
C Cell batteries (8 per loudhailer) / 8
RADIOS – Motorola
(radio, battery and charger, ON BASE use only!) / 10
COMPASSES / 10
MAP - CFB Borden / 10
MAP – ORIENTEERING / 10
ORIENTEERING MARKERS / 20
STOP WATCHES / 1
WHITEBOARDS / 2
WHITEBOARD MARKERS / 6
EXTENSION CORDS / 2
POWER BARS (electrical) / 1
Coleman Stove / 3
Soccer Balls / 3
Frisbees / 3
European Handballs / 6
Pylons / 10

Annex F

707 Marion Orr Squadron RC(Air)AC

27 – 29 Mar 2015 FTX

“OPERATION RAPTOR”

FIRST AID AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROCEDURES

CSTC BLACKDOWN emergency and fire orders are to be read and followed by all staff. Staff and Cadets are NOT to call 911 while on base.

Minor Injuries (small cuts, scrapes, etc)

-First aid (band-aid) is to be applied in-situ by closest supervisor (cadet or staff).

-Injury is to be reported to First Aid Officer (Capt. Harvey) ASAP.

Moderate Injuries (medium cuts, small burns, etc)

-First aid officer is to be informed immediately.

-First aid officer will apply treatment immediately.

Severe Injuries (broken bones, major cuts, intense burns, eye injuries, etc)

-First aid officer is to be contacted immediately and Range Control to be called requesting ambulance.

-First aid officer will stabilize causality until paramedics arrive.

-Parents/guardians (if applicable) will be notified.

First Aid Kit

-Will be kept at HQ for the duration of the training exercise.

-Is large red bag.

-Mobile first-aid kit will be kept with duty NCO for length of exercise.

Emergency vehicle

-Multiple emergency vehicles will be kept on site in driveway closest to route out and most easily accessible.

Evacuation Plan

-Rendezvous point will be at HQ.

-Three whistle blasts will signal a RV at the RVP.

-Once all heads accounted for all will traverse to the end of driveway and await instructions.

Phone

-OIC will have a phone for emergencies.

-Landline phone is located on site.

Medical verification check

-Will be conducted on training night prior to FTX.

-Base medical training requirements will be adhered to during attendee registration at LHQ.

FTX site address:

Blackdown Cadet Training Center

Canadian Forces Base Borden

PO Box 1000 Station Main

Borden, ON

L0M 1C0

Directions to nearest hospital

Royal Victoria Hospital

201 Georgian Dr

Barrie, ON

L4N 1G4

Directions:

Head west on Main Lisle St toward Queen St

Continue onto County Road 12

Turn right at Concession Road 3

Continue onto Sunnidale Tosorontio Townline

Turn right at Brentwood Rd/County Road 10

Turn left at Mill St/County Road 90 E

Continue to follow County Road 90 E

Turn left to merge onto ON-400 N

Take exit 102 for Duckworth Street

Continue straight

Continue straight onto Georgian Dr

Destination will be on the right

Royal Victoria Hospital

201 Georgian Dr, Barrie, ON L4N 1G4-(705) 728-9802

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