November Camp Reflections

We are very disappointed to find out that less than half of you submitted your reflections on time. For those who have not completed, you are to do the reflections and send to the respective NCOs by 5th Dec 2200h, along with the reason for your late submission.

As for the rest of you, these people are also part of your batch. Even if you have submitted your reflections, you can still help to remind them of the deadline.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/z8cifjuc579fnpj/RIRC%20Reflections.docx?dl=0

Batch 63

FACom Awareness

Hi all,

DID YOU KNOW?
FACom has actually 2 categories: Management and Awareness. (I bet very few of you actually knew this)

In Management, you are required to work as a team of 6 first aiders to complete a scenario under a time limit.

In Awareness, however, you will do something akin to CAC Shield, as a team of 5 people, you are required to use your creativity and first aid knowledge to design a booth in alignment to the theme “Humanity in First Aid”, and then present it to others.

This year, unlike previous years, we will be opening up the Awareness Category to you guys (Sec 2s and 3s)! So if you're interested, please FB message me or call my number at 97729309 by 22 Nov 12.00 pm.

When you join this competition, it will really open up your eyes and you get to see yourself and your team mates grow and mature along the way. So it will be a interesting experience!

BIO

FACom Signups!

Hi Sec 2s and 3s,

We are recruiting a total of 6 first-aiders to form our team which we will be sending to compete in the annual First Aid Competition next year. As you know, this competition is meant to test your first aid and teamwork skills, and will be very similar to most of the scenarios we have done before, just that it will be much more challenging.

Anyone from the Sec 2s and 3s are welcome to join, but you must have the commitment to come for every single reason unless you have valid reason. The trainings will start around this week and will last till the first week of Term 2.

If you are interested to join, please FB message me or call my number at 97729309 by tomorrow (18 Nov) 12.00 pm. Pls note that you may not be selected into the final team even if you apply to join now.

I have been in the FACom team for 2 years, and it has been a memorable experience for me working with my team and improving various skills. As such, I strongly encourage anyone with the drive and passion to join.

BIO

Inter UG Games reporting

Hi guys,

Since tomorrow is the much awaited INTER-UG GAMES, and since school ends at 1230, here are some details about reporting for the games tomorrow:

Reporting Time: 2.40 pm
Reporting Location: Raja Block Foyer
Reporting Attire: Unit Tee + PE Shorts

Thanks guys and remember to be punctual!

Kuan Yang

CCA Standdown

Hi guys

In case you din know, CCA will stand down from Week 1 onwards, i.e. there will be no training the coming Monday :( Tentatively we should resume in Week 7. Please help to spread to your batch mates. Thanks :D

Batch 63

Track and Field FA Duty

*EDIT* Wear your house tee instead of your pe shirt if you do not have your unit tee. Thanks!

Hi guys,

For tomorrow's Track and Field Event, we have decided to send some of you for the FA Duty, mostly Sec 2 people. For those going, take this as an opportunity to practice your FA skills, as we expect quite a lot of casualties.

This is the list of FAiders going:

Chew Yu Cai

Daniel Choo

Jonathan Heng

Jiang Yu Hang

Josh Chang

Melvin Lim

Lim Zhong Yang

Lin Hong

Liu Tian Xiang

Loke Jee Kuen

Neo Sun Han

Surya Varmar Selvakumar

Yeo Chiaw Soong

Nicholas Tan

If you have any problems like you're participating in an event or you have some match support during the event, do email kuanyang.chew@gmail.com so that we can help you solve your problem.

Details:
Dismissal time from class (please tell your teachers): 2.30 pm
Reporting time: 2.40 pm
Reporting Location: Red Cross Room (3rd Floor Artspace)
Reporting Attire: Unit Tee and Pe Shorts (If you do not have Unit Tee because of Monday's training, wear your house shirt)

Thanks guys!
Batch 63

$10 for Boots on Monday

Hi guys, pls remember to bring $10 for Boots tmr. thanks

CAC Finals 30 August 2014

Hi guys,

Tomorrow, we will have the Current Affairs Competition FINALS. Both our categories got inside, as you already know, so tomorrow, if you are free, do come down and support them SO THAT WE CAN WIN!

Details:
Time: 8.30 am - 12.30 pm
Location: Raffles Institution
Attire: Mufti (School PE + Track pants) or Uniform or Half Uniform

LET'S WIN THIS COMPETITION!
BRING IT ON!

Batch 63

RCYC and SANA

Hi guys,

Here is the info for RCYC and the SANA course

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1) Red Cross Youth Challenge 2014

The Annual Red Cross Youth Challenge (RCYC) camp is here once again.

This year’s RCYC – The Red Race (Youth on the Move) emphasizes on the importance of being a leader with a heart to serve the community. Aligning with Values-in-Action (VIA), we hope to inculcate values in our Youth Leaders through the theme Ready, Render and Reflect and, to engage, enable and empower them through the series of activities which the participants will be exposed to during the camp.

The Red Race aspires to build an active network for youths to promote and portray the collective spirit of graciousness and care. It will provide a platform and support the youths’ compassion for community. Youths will also be acquainted to real challenges and needs at the community level throughout the camp.

Objectives:
Ì To promote service, resilience and teamwork amongst participants

Ì To inspire Youths to be The Catalyst For Change

Ì To promote interaction and foster friendships among youths from different backgrounds, and

to provide our student leaders to have an international outlook.

Ì To allow participants to challenge themselves beyond their limits

Ì To create opportunities for experiential learning and leadership development

Ì To imbue Youths with the spirit of compassion, care, volunteerism

Ì To launch Community Led Action for Resilience – Elderly (CLARE)

Ì To establish the Red Cross Club

Requirements:
1. Must be physically and medically fit
2. Preferably able to swim at least 50m

No. of Participants:
Maximum 5 x Secondary 2 or 3 cadets per unit (including Unit Leader) + 2 cadets on waiting/reserve list

Camp Fee:
SGD$45.00/person (Inclusive of RCYC 2014 shirt)

Details:
Contact Session 1
Date: 29 November 2014 (Saturday)
Time: 0830h – 1330h
Venue: Red Cross Campsite, 62 Jalan Khairuddin S(457524)

Actual Camp
Date: 12 to 15 December 2014 (Friday to Monday)
Reporting Time: 8am on 12 December 2014 (Friday)
Dismissal Time: 5pm on 15 December 2014 (Monday)
Venue: Red Cross Campsite, 62 Jalan Khairuddin S(457524)

To sign up, please sign up at this link by Thursday, 28 August, 2100h.
(The last two to sign up will be the reserves)
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1nM-bRhRx8Qg8LIJjItctGpURirO84w3aT9VklOQVYkE/viewform?usp=send_form

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2) SANA Course

The SANA Course is a course where you will learn about drug abuse and drugs in Singapore. At the end of it, you will get a SANA badge, so if you're interested in learning more about how Singapore fights against drugs, then feel free to join the course.

Details:
Date: ​10 September 2014
Time: 9.30am to 4.30pm (lunch not provided)
Venue: 2 Sengkang Square #05-01, Singapore 545025 (Beside Compass Point Shopping Centre)

If you wish to sign up, do email kuanyang.chew@gmail.com by this Wednesday, 27 August, 2100. Thanks!

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I have also attached the slides for the briefing. If you want to know what the pictures mean, you can ask your batchmates who were at the briefing.

Link to slides: https://www.dropbox.com/s/prpp2cw167b04zn/RCYC%20and%20SANA.pptx?dl=0

Thanks guys

GMW

Hi guys,

For those going for GMW, please take note of the details below. I have also attached some notes for the GMWs. You should read them before you go for the various workshops.

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General Details:

Date: 23rd August 2014

Venue: Fuhua Secondary School

Reporting Time: 8.30am

Expected Dismissal Time: 6.00pm (Cadets will be dismissed once their workshop has ended)

Reporting Attire: Mufti - School/RC T-shirt and Track Pants. Red Cross Full Uniform for cadets attending Foot Drill Workshop

Items to bring: Writing Materials, Water Bottles, Money for lunch, GMW notes, Silver Monitoring Form (Signed by VI) and Gold Monitoring Form (empty).

If you do not have a signed Silver Monitoring Form, please email Jared sir.

One more thing, here is the consent form for GMW. Please sign it and give it to Harish Sir on Wednesday Training.

Link: https://www.dropbox.com/s/q73wh4qehvn6jxm/RIRC%2023%20Aug%20Module%20Consent%20Form.pdf

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1) First Aid Gold

People going: Sim Wei Jun, Lin Hong, Aloysius Toh, Chew Yu Cai, Jonathan Heng

Yeo Chiaw Soong and Ryan Yap you cannot go because you do not have SFA, we will tell you more tomorrow)

For FA Gold, please bring your SFA Cert (Lin Hong and Jonathan this one we tell you more tomorrow)

Link to notes: https://www.dropbox.com/s/cifk1vo3qvm2m3p/FA%20%28Gold%29%20-%20Learner%27s%20Guide.pdf

Link to Gold monitoring form: https://www.dropbox.com/s/bykaqrhgs0kispc/FA%20%28Gold%29%20-%20Monitoring%20Form.pdf

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2) Red Cross Knowledge Gold

People going: Randy Tan, Lin Fangyuan, Surya Varma, Yu Hang, Nicholas Tan, Neo Sun Han

Link to notes: https://www.dropbox.com/s/hbvbq52nor82x71/RCK%20%28Gold%29%20-%20Learner%27s%20Guide.pdf

Link to Gold monitoring form: https://www.dropbox.com/s/9o5zuntlfcnbpkr/RCK%20%28Gold%29%20-%20Monitoring%20Form.pdf
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So have fun at the workshops and learn something new while you're there too!

Thanks!
Batch 63

Newspaper Collection

Hi guys,

This is a reminder that Newspaper Collection is on Saturday, 16 August (this week). This time we will be collecting the recylcables (newspapers, clothes and electronics), and we will be having a few games and competitions 

Time: 8.30 am - 12.30 pm 
Reporting Location: Yusof Ishak Block Atrium
Reporting Attire: PE Shirt and Shorts

Also please bring a water bottle along

Thanks!
Kuan Yang

Inter UG Track & Field

Hi guys,

There is an Inter-UG relay for the Inter House Track and Field (yeah it is inter-CCA as well apparently). The events open for signups are:

Inter-UG 4x100 C Div (<17)
Inter-UG 4x100 B Div (<19)

So if you want to signup, try getting a group of 4 to join or just sign up yourselves first and see who you get.

If you want to signup, please send an email to kuanyang.chew@gmail.com

JOIN SO THAT WE CAN OWN THE OTHER UGs IN THIS RACE!!!

BRING IT ON!

Batch 63

NDP 2014

Hi Guys, for those involved in the National Day Parade tmr, Pls report at the SR Block Foyer at 6.35 in your Full Red Cross Uniform. Thank you

Communication

Hello Sec 1s and 2s,

Here is a follow up on what happened on Wednesday Training

The Sec 2s went through a scenario where the casualties did not know about their own injuries, but they knew about each other's injuries. In that case, what is required of the Sec 2s was that they had to communicate between each other in order to complete the scenario. Along the way, instructions and new injuries were also introduced to random people.

Communication is a key part of any team, and if you guys are not able to pass on vital information to each other that will help you guys fulfill your own individual roles and team goals, then your team has failed.

This is why you have to learn to pass on vital information from one person to another when you are working together as a team.

And this does not just apply to a scenario. It also applies to when you are doing proposals, handling trainings, and when you take over as NCOs. If you fail to pass on information, your team is dead.

So next time, I want to see you guys updating each other more when you plan your Platoon CIP.

Thanks!
Kuan Yang

Newspaper Collection

*EDIT*
REPORT TO BOTH EVENTS IN PE SHIRT AND SHORTS

Hi guys,

We will have Newspaper Collection on Friday (tomorrow) and next Saturday.

The money that we collect from the newspapers, clothes and electronics will be given to the Make-a-Wish Foundation.

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Tomorrow, we will be distributing flyers to the residents in Block 105 - 124, Bishan.

Date: 8 August 2014, Friday
Time: 11.30 am - 1.30 pm
Reporting Location: Main Atrium
Dismissal Location: Block 105 Bishan

If you're in NDP, please change out after into your PE before the event, unless you want to sweat excessively in your uniform.

Link to Consent Form:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/2j02qohdqlr5ib9/RIRC%20Newspaper%20collection%20consent%20form%202014.pdf

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Next Saturday, we will be collecting the materials from the residents and then exchanging it for money

Date: 16 August 2014, Saturday
Time: 8.30 pm - 12.30 pm
Reporting Location: Main Atrium
Dismissal Location: Block 105 Bishan

We will also be having very fun games during the Collection!

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If you are unable to make it for either event, please email harishravi1999@gmail.com with your excuse.

Thanks!
Batch 63

Full RCU on Monday

Hi Guys, this post is mainly for the sec 2s, pls remember to bring your FULL red cross Uniform (Whatever you have) on Monday and wear it before training, for the NDP Rehearsal. The uniform parts that you guys are missing would be given out on the same day as well. Pls remember to check at home what uniform parts you are missing, so that i can give them to you.
thnx

EDIT- You do not need to bring PE.

CAC People, pls check what uniform parts you are missing and inform me on monday, so that i can distribute them to you

HSA Visit

Hi guys,

Next Wednesday, 30 July, we are going to HSA to learn about blood donation (yay!).

Date: 30 july 2014
Time: 3.30pm - 6pm
Reporting location: In front of canteen (the parade square side)
Release location: HSA

We will be covering the YAP bronze syllabus there, and then we will discuss about Platoon CIP =)

If you guys are unable to come because of SJPO or something like that, please send your excuses to harishravi1999@gmail.com. Thanks!

CFA July

Hey people,

Here are some Community First Aid (CFA) Duties you guys can go for. It is not done as a unit (individual), but you guys can still go for it 

Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dFRtYllOekx3cU1jdWNHaDlUVUxaMmc6MQ

CFA 1: Singapore Cancer Society
Date of event: 3 Aug 2014
Day of event: Sunday
Time of event: 6am to 11am
Venue: East Coast Park, Angsana Green
Meeting Place: As Above
Needed: 10 First Aiders (with valid SFA cert)
Dateline: 25 July 2014

CFA 2: Ullambana 2014 (Pre-Event Day)
Date of event : 9 Aug 2014
Day of event: Saturday
Time of event: 8am to 4pm
Venue: Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery
Meeting Place: As Above
Needed: 4 to 6 First Aiders
Datelin: 29 July 2014

CFA 3: Ullambana 2014 (Actual Day)
Date of event: 10 Aug 2014
Day of event: Sunday
Time of event: 8am to 10pm
Venue: Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery
Meeting Place: As Above
Needed: 6 to 8 First Aiders
Dateline: 29 July 2014

RED CROSS YOUTH CHALLENGE 2014

Hi guys, the signups for RCYC 2014 is now open,

The Annual Red Cross Youth Challenge (RCYC) camp is here once again.

This year’s RCYC – The Red Race (Youth on the Move) emphasizes on the importance of being a leader with a heart to serve the community. Aligning with Values-in-Action (VIA), we hope to inculcate values in our Youth Leaders through the theme Ready, Render and Reflect and, to engage, enable and empower them through the series of activities which the participants will be exposed to during the camp.

The Red Race aspires to build an active network for youths to promote and portray the collective spirit of graciousness and care. It will provide a platform and support the youths’ compassion for community. Youths will also be acquainted to real challenges and needs at the community level throughout the camp.

Aims and Objectives of RCYC 2014

Ì  To promote service, resilience and teamwork amongst participants

Ì  To inspire Youths to be The Catalyst For Change

Ì  To promote interaction and foster friendships among youths from different backgrounds, and to provide our student leaders to have an international outlook.

Ì  To allow participants to challenge themselves beyond their limits

Ì  To create opportunities for experiential learning and leadership development

Ì  To imbue Youths with the spirit of compassion, care, volunteerism

Ì  To launch Community Led Action for Resilience – Elderly (CLARE)

Ì  To establish the Red Cross Club

Delegates from the National Societies within the Asia Pacific region will be invited to participate in this Challenge.  These delegates will team up with your cadets to travel across several destinations in Singapore where they will partake in a series of survival-skill challenges and discoveries.

During the Cultural Night, they will be able to better appreciate and understand the cultural differences of other National Societies through exhibitions and performances. The camp will reach its climax during the Campfire, when all the campers will have a good time with songs, dance and cheers. Parents will also be invited down to join in the fun during the Campfire.

In line with the objectives to foster a spirit of compassion and care amongst the community, for the community, SRC will also be launching the Community Led Action for Resilience – Elderly (CLARE) programme, which aims to establish an active community based volunteer corps through a formal community network.

RCYC 2014 consists of 1 Contact Session and a 4 Day-3 Night Camp. The details are as follow:

Details:

Contact Session 1
Date                             :           29 November 2014 (Saturday)
Time                             :           0830h – 1330h
Venue                           :           Red Cross Campsite, 62 Jalan Khairuddin S(457524)
Attire                                        :           Mufti
                                                  (Red Cross T-shirt with Trackpants and Covered Shoes)
4 Day- 3 Night Camp
Date                             :           12 to 15 December 2014 (Friday to Monday)
Reporting Time             :           8am on 12 December 2014 (Friday)
Dismissal Time             :           5pm on 15 December 2014 (Monday)
Venue                           :           Red Cross Campsite, 62 Jalan Khairuddin S(457524)

(Further administrative details such as Packing List will be given out during the Contact Session)

Requirements:
1.    Must be physically and medically fit
2.    Preferably able to swim at least 50m

No. of Participants:
Maximum 5 x Secondary 2 or 3 cadets per unit (including Unit Leader)
+ 2 cadets on waiting/reserve list

Camp Fee:

SGD$45.00/person (Inclusive of RCYC 2014 shirt)

Payment mode:

By cheque or E-invoice (Payable to Singapore Red Cross Society) before the contact session

It is an opportunity not to be missed!

Due to limited vacancies, participating cadets are expected to attend the full camp and 1 contact session. Kindly note that there will be strictlyNO refund for participants who withdraw without any replacement.

 Interested people, pls email me at harishravi1999@rocketmail.com by 9 August 2014

Thank you.

SEA GAMES 2015 FA Duty

Hi guys, the FA DUty for SEA Games is now available. 

1.      The Singapore Red Cross (SRC) will be supporting the spectator first aid coverage for the 28th SEA Games, held in Singapore from 31 May 2015 to 16 June 2015, which involves a total of 7,000 athletes from 11 countries. On behalf of the SRC’s Community Services department, we would like to invite you to volunteer as a first aider for the Games.

2.      We would like to invite your unit to nominate 3 cadets + 1 reserve to take part in the First Aid coverage.

Scope of First Aid Coverage

3.      The scope of First Aid Coverage is as follows:

(1.) Performing First Aid to treat minor wounds for walking casualties

(2.) Carry out basic casualty transportation

(3.) Spotting for casualty in the spectators

Volunteer Training

4.      The Ministry of Health (MOH) will be conducting relevant training for volunteers before the Games proper (MOH will only release more information on these trainings at a later date). You are also required to attend SRC’s internal training sessions (see Training Schedule below).

Training Dates by SRC	Time
01 Nov 2014	9.30am to 5.30pm
24 Jan 2015	9.30am to 5.30pm
11 Apr 2015	9.30am to 5.30pm
23 May 2015	9.30am to 5.30pm

Requirements for volunteers:

5.      First Aiders wishing to volunteer for the Games must fulfil the following criteria:

(1.) At least 15 years of age on 30 May 2015.

(2.) Physically fit for duties (climbing stairs and assisting spectators).

(3.) Able to attend training before the Games (1 Nov 2014, 24 Jan 2015, 11 Apr 2015 and 23 May 2015, all days from 9.30am to 5.30pm).

(4.) Able to volunteer for at least 5 shifts of 8 Hours. (From 31 May 2015 to 16 Jun 2015 daily, shifts from 7am to 3pm, 3pm to 11pm and 7am to 11pm)

(5.) Possess Standard First Aid Certificate issued by training agencies approved by National First Aid Council (valid until 16 June 2015).

 (8.) As the cadets are below the age of 21, parental consent is required (refer to Annex A). Please mail the completed consent form to:

Attention to RCY/CS Dept: SEA GAMES Parental Consent

Singapore Red Cross Society

15 Penang Lane

Singapore 238486

           

Deadline for registration: 24 July 2014, 5.00pm.

6.      You will receive a confirmation email from SRC if your registration is successful.

Contribution to Excellent Unit Award (EUA)

8.      Cadet(s) present will be able to earn points for the unit under the EUA Criterion 7.2: Participation in Community Service Activities organised by Red Cross Headquarters. The participating cadet is required to volunteer for 5 shifts to qualify for the above mentioned EUA Criterion.

Cadet Incentive Badge Scheme and Other Incentives

9.      Cadets who volunteer for 5 shifts or more will successfully complete Task 4 of Red Cross Service Learning (Silver / Gold) by performing 1 National First Aid Duty if they have been awarded a Red Cross Service (Silver).

10.  Cadets will be awarded VIA hours and receive a Certificate of Participation from the organisers

Interested people, pls email me at harishravi1999@rocketmail.com by Tuesday, 22 July 2014.

thnx