Bloodtalk on 2 August 2013

Sec 1s and 2s,


There would be a Bloodtalk by Mr Chong Lim (from HSA Bloodbank).

Time: 3.30-4.30pm
Date: 2 August 2013 Friday
Venue: LT2, Raffles Institution

This talk is very important to get your blood badge. This event is compulsory.  

GMW August Sign-ups

Hey all,

the next GMW will be held on 17 August. To sign up, please register at this link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1NdAT5IIUpRGtztZV3OkkIrZmSfm2-6JTWCPrkRieO_I/viewform

Please register by this Sunday, 21st July. There is a quota of 6 cadets per subject, and sign ups will be handled on a first come first serve basis so please sign up ASAP.

As you can see, there is no option for RCK (G), since it has been reserved for the Sec 3s.

UPDATE: This post is only for Sec 2s, since Sec 1s have not obtained any Silver badges yet T.T
MOAR UPDATES: Please indicate your name on the sign up sheet

Thanks,
~b62

Community First Aid Request

Hey all,

here is a list of CFA events available for sign-ups for the month of july. 

CFA                    : Charity Family Cycling Bonanza (Family Life Centre)

Date of Event      : 08 September 2013 (Sunday)

Time of Event     : 8am- 12pm

Venue of Event   : Anchorvale CC/ North Eastern Riverine Loop

Meeting Place     : Anchorvale CC/ North Eastern Riverine Loop

Needed               : 4 -6 First Aiders   (with valid SFA certs)

Register by          : 23 July  2013

CFA                    : National Day Celebrations For Youths (Blossom World Society)

Date of Event       : 17 August 2013 (Saturday)

Time of Event      : 3pm-8pm

Venue of Event    : The Lawn@Marina Bay or The Promontory@Marina Bay S(018984)

Meeting Place      : As Above

Needed                : 6 -8 First Aiders   (with valid SFA certs)

Register by           : 31 July  2013

CFA                       : Members day (Raffles Town Club)

Date of Event         : 18 August 2013 2013 (Sunday)

Time of Event         : 11am-6pm

Venue of Event       : 1 Plymouth Avenue

Meeting Place         : As Above

Needed                   : 4 -6 First Aiders   (with valid SFA certs)

Register by              : 31 July  2013

CFA                       : West Coast Vista RC National day Celebration 2013

Date of Event          : 18 August 2013 2013 (Sunday)

Time of Event         : 9.15am-12.30pm

Venue of Event       : Blk 731 West Coast Vista RC Centre , S120731

Meeting Place         : As Above

Needed                   : 2 -4 First Aiders   (with valid SFA certs)

Register by              : 31 July  2013

CFA                       : West Coast Garden NC Kampong Night 2013

Date of Event         : 07 September 2013 (Saturday)

Time of Event         : 4pm-9pm

Venue of Event       : West Coast Green Playground along West Coast Green Rd S127935

Meeting Place         : As Above

Needed                   : 4 -6 First Aiders   (with valid SFA certs)

Register by             : 31 July  2013

CFA                      : Our Lady Of Good Health Feast

Date of Event         : 08 September 2013 (Sunday)

Time of Event        : 5pm-9pm

Venue of Event      : 50 Ophir Road, S188690

Meeting Place       : As Above

Needed                 : 6 First Aiders   (with valid SFA certs)

Register by            : 31 July  2013

CFA                      : National Day Celebration @ *SCAPE (Heartware Network)

Date of Event        : 9 August 2013 (Friday)

Time of Event       : 2pm-12am

Venue of Event     : *SCAPE Playspace S’pore 237978

Meeting Place      : As Above

Needed                : 6 First Aiders   (with valid SFA certs)

Register by          : 31 July  2013

If you are interested in any of the above events, please register at this link:

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

Thanks!

~b62

FD (B) accreds postponed

Sec 1s...

Your current FD standard is really bad, and if we had accreded you guys, all of you would have failed, Therefore, the FD (B) accreds has been postponed to this Wednesday. All of you better mug for it because if you fail it, the chance of you getting promoted is lowered.

We want to see you putting in more effort, because ultimately, passing your accreds is for your own good.
Make your RIRC life a meaningful journey

-B62

New treasure chest!

Hi guys,

We have finally updated the treasure chest! :D Make sure to update yourselves with the latest notes :).

Thanks,
~b62

Blog IPC

Hi guys,

we're having another IPC right here on the blog! This competition is similar to the first, however this time the theme is soccer, as you might be seeing plenty of that in the future ;). If you know the names of the (Year 3/4) sirs in the pictures below, type them out in the comments box and if you answer correctly, you will gain 15 points for your platoon!

Good luck! :D
~b62.

Training tomorrow (14 July)

Hi guys,

Quick reminder for you guys: remember to wear your new (unless you bought the older version from anyone in B61 :P) unit T-shirt for training tomorrow! Of course, if you do not wear it... you can always try and find out for yourselves ;)

Next thing, those who owe their PN/June camp consent forms or excuses, remember to bring them tomorrow as well. Best that you settle this stuff as soon as possible, so that I don't have to keep chasing you guys. Plus, you can keep a good attendance record by submitting on time :)

Ok c'ya tmr!


------------- Gavin, on behalf of B62

20th July

Hey guys,

please leave the date 20th of July free for now if you can, as we may be participating in the CAC finals. Further details will be given later :)

Thanks.

~b62

FD (B) accreds

Hi Sec 1s,

You guys are gonna have a FD (B) accreds this Monday, so be prepared to suffer :D
Please come for this accreds, because the earlier you get your badge, the earlier you get to suan those who didn't come
Good luck, and mug for the accreds (notes in Treasure Chest)

UPDATE: This is only the practical test

-B62

June events (PN and camp)

Hello everybody,

Gavin from B62 here :). As you guys should know by now, I'm the guy in charge of attendance and admin-related stuff. Basically this post is to settle attendance related stuff for PN and June camp.

PN (Performance Night):
So, I need the following people to submit their PN consent forms:
B63: Yu Chen, Fangyuan, Jack, Aloysius, Saha, Jared, Benjamin

And these people need to submit excuses:
B63: Nathanael, Dylan, Vincent, Chang Yi
B64: Yu Hang, Melvin, Yijie, Daniel

June camp:
Consent forms:
B63: Yu Chen, Fangyuan, Nathanael
B64: Lin Hong

Excuses: Just Jack from B63 :)

--- Please follow the latest attendance protocol and submit both soft and hard copy evidence, and hard copy excuse letters. This is to be done by the end of July.
--- If you guys don't submit your excuses, then we'll consider that you missed camp invalidly. So please do cooperate and submit your excuses on time.
--- As for consent forms, please them pass to me by the end of training on 24th July (two weeks)
--- I'll remind you guys next training. If you need extra consent forms, please do email me (gavin@merlioncity.net). I can pass you copies for your parents to sign during training.

You can also find this post on the unit FB page. Thanks~

Platoon points

Hey guys,

Here is a tally of today's platoon points

Epsilon: 40 + 30
Iota: 73 + 30
Omega: 92

Good job for bringing your platoon closer to success, and work harder next time to bring glory to your platoon
FYI, all platoon points have been updated.

-B62

RCK (B) reaccreds for Sec 1s

Hey Sec 1s,

If you remember, you guys did your RCK bronze accreds today, and all except 1 passed (if we didn't contact you separately, you passed).

Here are the top scorers:

1st place: Jonathan 24/25
Awarded 30 platoon points

2nd place: Jee Kuen 23/25
Awarded 20 platoon points

3rd place: Yu Cai 22/25
Awarded 10 platoon points

Well done, and good job for getting points for your platoon

Reaccreds will be organised for the CAC Sec 1s, Sec 1 absentees for Wednesday's training, and the person who we have already contacted separately after CAC. So don't worry about not taking the accreds today, and more details will be released further.

-B62

Attendance protocol

Hey peeps,

Below is the link for the official attendance protocol (yay)! It contains a list of all valid excuses, evidence needed etc. You can also refer to the document posted by Benjamin on the RIRC unit FB group as an alternative, more simple version (remember... 100% attendance? :P).

https://www.dropbox.com/s/wql8len2lup10q9/Attendance%20protocol.docx

Yup, that's all from me...


---------------Gavin, on behalf of B62

Napfa Retest

Hi all,

This is just a note to all going for NAPFA retest tomorrow (wednesday 3rd July), do remember that ALL of you are still required to come for training immediately after your NAPFA retest. Please report at the SR block foyer (normal reporting area if you all do not know already) and Forster or Gavin Sir will be there to take your attendance. So make sure you go look for them or else there goes you 100% attendance (POOF). If they aren't there, kindly look for any of your kind sirs :) to ask them to direct you to either Forster or Gavin Sir. Thank you.

P.S. Pls try to pass your NAPFA, we know its tough but try your best

~B62

RCK stuffies

HEYHEYHEY,

This is for the Sec 1s. You guys are going to have your RCK (B) reaccreds this Wednesday (yay!).
I know some of you have already passed this test, but we have come up with a cooler paper that all of you have to take. It's pretty awesome, and much tougher than the lame HQ papers. Also, the passing rate is 75%, so you guys probably should (YOU MUST!) mug for it.

One more thing, there will be a revision session before the accreds, so if you come prepared for the accreds, then you'll be prepared to bag yourself some platoon points in the stuff we have planned in the revision session.

Just so you know, the platoon with the most number of platoon points at the end of this term will get something epic from us in Term 4, so buck up and don't f*** up :D

SEC 2s THIS IS FOR YOU! DON'T THINK YOU CAN GET OFF EASY, WE GONNA HAVE SOME FUN WITH RCK NEXT TRAINING, SO YOU GUYS BETTER MUG AND SCORE SOME POINTS FOR YOUR PLATOON IN THE RCK LESSON!

-Your beloved B62

Comm chart of 2013/2014 (!!)

Hi cadets,

The final comm chart of 2013/2014 is ready to be revealed! We hope to serve you all well during our time as NCOs :)

~b62

Training on W1

Hi All,

Training as usual on week 1. However, check the blog for regular updates lest training get's cancelled.

`B62

First Aid on Wheels

Sec 2s,

We have simplified the process, just indicate 3 dates that you are available.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/195pxZPx7We47dobOTwy7x7o5aZJdeTBxuUjzuNjVrrQ/viewform
Clarifications
Sec 1s are not eligible for this as Sec 1s do not have a SFA cert.

-B62

FAOW

Clarifications:

1) Cadets without SFA need not go. (Sec 1s and some Sec 2s)
2) Due to the current haze situation, nothing will be held during the holidays. DON'T HAVE TO RESUBMIT. MORE DETAILS SOON.
3) There will be a new set of instructions soon. For now, don't have to worry about FAOW.

-B62

CIP update

Sec 1s and 2s,


The deadline for the submission of "First Aid on Wheels" has been extended till this Sunday 2359. Pls submit it before the deadline.

Also, you do not need to write down your bank account no. in the form.


Thanks :D

Community Service Events

 

Hi Sec 1s and 2s,

There is a new CIP coming up called "First Aid on Wheels". It will be at East Coast Park.
Details:
1)We will split you guys into small groups and bring you down on various days (all the dates are Saturdays and Sundays).
2)You can go as many times as you want (subject to the number of slots we have available)
3)Every cadet must go at least once.

Document link: https://www.dropbox.com/s/oouhgm9ir622qrz/FA%20on%20Wheels_details%20from%20HQ.doc

Fill up the attached document, and send it to rircbatch62@googlegroups.com by  20th June.

Community First Aid Opportunities

Hi guys! There are 2 more Community First Aid Opportunities from HQ. Here are the details.

CFA 1: S’pore Cancer Society

Date of Event:        21 July 2013 (Sunday)

Time of Event:        6am- 10.30am 

Venue of Event:     Angsana Green , East Coast Park

Meeting Place:       As Above

Needed:                  6 – 8 First Aiders   (with valid SFA certs)

Register by:            14 June  2013

CFA 2 :                       OCBC GRM Sports Day

Date of Event:       3 August 2013 (Saturday)

Time of Event:       Afternoon (TBC Time) 

Venue of Event:     Yio Chu Kang Stadium

Meeting Place:      As Above

Needed:                 6 First Aiders   (with valid SFA certs)

Register by:           27 June  2013

All interested cadets, please email  rircbatch62@googlegroups.com by 24 JUNE 2359.

SANA course 2013

Hello guys,

Hope you're getting enough rest and recharging after camp :) (don't need to start your holiday homework so fast :P).

Anyway, is anyone interested in taking the SANA course? It's basically a course where you learn more about how Singapore deals with drugs, glue sniffing etc. I personally went for it, and it's definitely quite fun as long as you try to participate :). Plus, you get a badge that you can wear on the RIGHT side of your uniform (in case you don't know, most badges are worn on the left :D)!


Below are the details, as well as a map of the location:

Date:    Wednesday, 12 June 2013
Time:    8.30am to 5.30pm (lunch not provided --> BRING ENOUGH MONEY!!!)
Venue:  2 Sengkang Square, #05-01, Singapore 545025 (Beside Compass Point Shopping Centre) (Nearest MRT station is Sengkang)
Attire:   Mufti (PE shirt with track pants)
Things to bring: Stationery (just bring some paper and  pen)

*** IMPORTANT!!! Whoever's interested please send the following personal details to our batch group: your rank (as of June camp), your HP and your email address. The teachers need to submit who's going, and the above info is needed.

Thanks, and enjoy the rest of June break :D

---------- Gavin, on behalf of B62

Lost & Found

Hey guys,

Even though June camp is over, there is still one problem: missing items...

Lin Hong from B64 is missing his orange and black shoe bag, which was gone after outdoor cooking, and he noticed it when returning to get his bathing items. The shoe bag contains a pair of sandals, and we would like to appeal to all Omega peeps as well as everybody else to check if they have accidentally taken that shoe bag back home with them.

Also, Tianxiang from B64 is missing his sleeping bag, and we found an extra sleeping bag of the same brand and size as his, though he is sure that sleeping bag is not his. Therefore, all, Iota and Omega ppl especially, please check if you have accidentally taken the wrong sleeping bag.

If you have, comment below and further instructions will be given

-B62

Latest packlist

Hi guys,

Sorry for late notice but please take note of the latest version of the packlist!

You can view/download the latest packlist for the following link:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/i1155ix2tk6ps04/Cadet%20packlist%204June.docx

Thanks, hope to see you at camp tmr~ (AND BRING UR SIGNED CONSENT FORMS :D)

First Aid Duty

Hi All,

We reuqire about 2 Sec 2s with SFA to signup for this First Aid Duty.

Event: P6 Sports Trial
Date: 8 June
Time: 8am to 10.30am
Attire: Pe / Unit Tee

Please email rircbatch62@googlegroups.com by 5 June 12pm. (noon)

~B62

Contact list

Hello guys,

It's Gavin here again.

Do take note that there have been changes made to the contact list according to the information collected by the PMs. Changes are highlighted in yellow within the document. Do comment below if any information is inaccurate.

Password is still the same as the PMs told you/what you heard during training on Wednesday. (erherm, the password is NOT my favourite word :P).

Yup that's all from me...

June camp and Acestar camp consent forms

Hi guys,

Gavin form B62 here. Below are the consent forms for June camp as well as Acestar camp.

For those who were not able to attend training this week, please do print out the June camp form, let your parents sign it, and of course, bring it with you to camp!

Those who indicated interest in Acestar camp on Wednesday should have received the hard copy of the consent form. Others who are interested please email our batch group, and comment below as well.

That's all from me. See you at PN~
Gavin

Community First Aid (Sign-ups!)

Hi cadets,


As the June Holidays will soon be in full swing, we strongly encourage you guys to participate in several CFA events. If you are interested to register, please refer to:

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

So why go for these events? Firstly, they are really enriching and promise at least an interesting and memorable experience. Instead of sitting in front of you computer screen everyday for the next month (or whatever), we urge you guys to sign up for these events. Also, this is a perfect opportunity for you to clock those CIP hours ;)

If you have any questions, do comment below, and do encourage your batch mates to sign up :)

~b62

POC filming

Hey Sec 1s and 2s,

You guys have one last chance to film during training, as Wednesday will be your last training. However, we will be doing a POP rehearsal before that, so the sooner you can complete one good rehearsal, the more time you have for the POC video filming. Therefore, make sure you guys know how to do the FD commands that we taught you guys today well. Those who didn't come for training, please find out from your batchmates

Also, please bring your cameras and laptops, and make sure that all of you know what you are going to do during the filming, so that the filming session can be productive

Good luck
-B62

OPEN HOUSE

Hi Guys,

As you should know, open house is this Saturday. No Sec 1 and 2 have been rostered down to run the booth / do other stuff in case you are wondering. But if you are very free, you are more than welcome to visit/help out. It'll be at the SR Block. (no CIP hours)

~B62

2nd Model IFRC General Assembly and RCRC Youth Camp

Hi Guys,

The Singapore Red Cross Youth has been invited by Korean Red Cross to participate in their 2nd Model IFRC General Assembly and RCRC Youth Camp. The Programme will take place from 01 to 09 August 2013 in Seoul, Korea.

The following is a tentative programme for the event:

1 August: Mandatory orientation for MIGA

2-5 August: 2nd MIGA

6-9 August: International RCRC Youth Camp

The agenda for this year’s MIGA will center on migration, specifically on humanitarian assistance to and social inclusion of vulnerable migrants, especially migrating youth. The youth camp will also include a field trip to a historic site in Korea and a music festival.

For interested candidates, the criteria are as follows:

1.               Age from 15 to 30 years old

2.               Preferably Singapore citizen / PR

3.               A good knowledge of Singapore cultures and the Singapore Red Cross

4.               Preferably have not represented Singapore in a similar overseas RCY event for the past 3 years

5.               No serious medical conditions

6.               Must be able to commit time in pre-trip preparations and through out the whole camp duration

Please note that confirmed participants might be required to co-pay the air fare expenses. We will keep you informed regarding the exact amount that the confirmed participants are required to pay. Accommodations, meals, local transportation and other activities will be borne by the Korean Red Cross.

Interested cadets will be required to go through a selection interview on 31 May 2013, 7.30 pm at Red Cross House.

If any of you guys are interested, please email rircbatch62@googlegroups.com by 27 / 5 / 2013 to indicate your interest. More details will be sent to those whom indicated their interest.

-B62

PN consent form

Hi guys,

Here is the consent form for Performance Night in case you weren't at Wednesday's training

Edit: Reporting time is 10am not 2.
AND it might end bit later....
AND Report in Pe Shorts / Sch-related Shirt
AND bring change of attire (smart casual)
AND bring water bottle
AND meet at raja foyer
AND bring money for lunch / dinner


~B61

Packing List for Camp Infinity

Hi guys,

Please pack according to this pack list.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/3i1w7kcc8n2rip6/Packlist%20Camp%20Infinity.doc

Camp Infinity! (Information)

Hi cadets,

in case you are unsure of the camp details, please refer below.

Basic details:

Date: 5-7 June
Reporting/Dismissal: Raffles Institution
Assembly time: 0800
Assembly venue: SR Block Foyer
Reporting Attire: PE

Basic Rules:

- Be disciplined at all times
- No ABCD
- No violence/ vulgarities
- Address b62 as 'ICs' and NCOs/VIs as 'Sirs'

Whistle drills:

1 Long + 1 Short - Freeze/ Continue
Continuous Long Blows - Emergency
2 Short + 1 Long +Continuous Short Blows - Fall in
(Each short blow = 1 pushup)
1 short blow - Day IC

Contraband items:

Umbrella
Electronic devices
Own food
Books
Pillows/Soft Toys/Bolster
Homework

Labelling:

Visit tinyurl.com/labellingftw

PMs:

Epsilon~

Eric Wu 92277399
Adam Goh 91162064
Kelvin 85227062

Iota~

Kelvinder 91808462
Xing Hao 91636944
Andrew 90974558

Omega~

Fintan 96428300
Mahesh 93708307
Sakthivel 83715798

If you have any other questions, please comment below.

Thanks!
-b62

POC video filming during training

Hi guys,

As you may have heard, you will be filming as much of your POC video as you can during training on Wednesday. As such, please complete your concept plans and make sure that you know what to do so that time won't be wasted on Wednesday. Also, somebody from each batch will have to bring a camera, and a laptop if you want to transfer and edit the videos on the spot. This is really important for the Sec 4s, so give it your all!

-B62

Unit Tee

Hi guys,

This is regarding the collection of money for the unit tee. Thankfully, the Sec 1s have all paid :D (HURRAH)
However, these 4 Sec 2s are very naughty boys: Dylan, Lucas, Fangyuan and Brandon. Please bring the $14 for Wednesday training, as we will be collecting the money from you then.

-B62

Training matters

Hi guys,

Please take note that training will resume on Monday 20th May, from 3:45pm-6:15pm and will only stand down on Week 10 Wednesday. After that, gear up for PN and expect an awesome June camp :D

-B62

NDP Disaster Management Standby (Sign ups!)

Hi cadets,

The Singapore Red Cross Society needs volunteers to be on standby in the event of a disaster for the NDP. It will be away from the actual NDP site. This will be held on the following dates:

- 3 August 2013
- 9 August 2013
URGENT EDIT- 4 MORE DATES MAY BE ADDED TO THIS TWO FOR THIS FIRST AID DUTY

If you are interested, please provide us with the following information and a passport photo

- NRIC/FIN/ID
- Full name
- Contact Number
- Address
- Nationality
- Country of Birth
- Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY)
- Sex
- Religion
- SFA issue date (DD/MM/YYYY)
- Meal restrictions (if any)

If you are interested, please email us the information (send to rircbatch62@googlegroups.com) by 8 May. Any late submissions will not be entertained. 

Note: You must have SFA to sign up. Volunteers will be deployed there on a selection basis as there are limited slots.

If you have any queries, please comment below :)

-B62

New Photo Album!!!

Hi All!

Do check out the new photo album added under the 'photos' section!!!!
It features yr sec 4s when they just entered the unit. (when dear Samuel sir was fat)
(Hint: useful for POC) YAY!

Reeve (on behalf of B62)

Stand down for MYCT

Hi guys,

CCA will stand down with immediate effect until after the exams (most probably week 9)

Do approach your PMs if you need any help in studies or whatsoever.

- B62 

Training 22/4 - Final results of IPC!

Hey cadets,

did you enjoy the mini OA competition we had today? We now bring you the results of this IPC :D.

Firstly, we regret to inform Omegians that your platoon was... disqualified, as your mess tin wasn't meant to be fired. Thus, only Epsilon and Iota will be judged.

The Sec 3s have given points based on the distance of the object thrown as well as the quality/ neatness of the structures. The platoon that won for furthest distance (that object was thrown) is Epsilon!

Here is a picture of the winning catapult:

                                                                                

As their marker was thrown the furthest, Epsilon is awarded 20 points. Keep up the good work guys!

Next, the platoon with the highest quality structure (tripod), was Iota! Here is a picture of their catapult:

Congratulations Iotians, you have earned 10 points for your platoon! 

That concludes the platoon activity we had during training today. One more reminder, please remember to bring your mess tins, solid fuel, atomic stove and matches for training THIS wednesday. We have also uploaded photos from training today. Do take a look at them in your spare time :).

- B62

Training this term (in pictures)

Hi cadets,

these are some photos we've taken of you guys that reflect some of the core values here in RIRC. Enjoy!

                                            Keep your discipline up! Don't fidget in squad!

                                          Give your best! Have passion and interest in RIRC!

                Creating volunteerism, and the heart to help to sick and suffering through FA! 

To put it in words, we hope you guys know by now that RIRC should not be compared to a subject taught in a classroom, it is a chance for you to experience what years of tradition has created.

Do look through the photos of training this term in your spare time :)

-B62

                 

Inter-platoon competition

Hi cadets!

Want to earn some EXTRA points for your platoon?

We're holding an inter-platoon competition RIGHT HERE on our very own RIRC blog. Below are images of 3 Sec 4 NCOs, and here's what you have to do.
Simply answer these two questions:
1) What year is this?
2) Who are these sirs?

Please include your name, year and of course platoon. Answer quickly and earn quick points for your platoon! Good luck!

-B62

2013 June

Hi Cadets! As all of you guys are mugging hard for MYCT (At lease I hope you are), do take note of some stuff that is going to happen in THIS June.
1. June Camp *Spontaneous Applause* has a fixed date and it is June 5th - June 7th. Please do not plan any holidays on the first week because we worked very hard for this camp and we appreciate your attendance. If you did already...u may miss the promotions....(of sec 1 and 2)
2. Performance Night is on June 1st, so be sure to be free on that day!

Look forward to next week's training!

-B62

Sneak Peek into next week's training

Hey guys,

Next week, we got a special something lined up for you :D
It is compulsory to bring your mess tins, solid fuel, atomic stove and matches next Wednesday for training. It is also optional, but strongly encouraged, to bring a packet of instant noodles. You can guess what we'll be doing :)
If you have any questions, either comment on the post or write in the RIRC Facebook group.

Thanks, and look forward to next Wednesday's trainings

-B62

Platoon Points

Hi Guys

Platoon Points for today!!!
Iota: 20 for FD + 20 for FA. =40 yay!
Omega: 20 for FA
(points updated)

For Epsilon, don't be disheartened that you did not earn any points, believe in yourselves and just strive for the best as one. The Sec 3s saw u put up a real good fight today :)

Reeve Chia (on behalf of B62)

Note: No points were awarded for practice rounds for FA

Collection of money for unit t-shirts

Hi,

We are now ordering your new unit t-shirts. Each shirt costs $14 each. Please remember to bring the money (exact amount if possible, to facilitate the collection process) on Monday's (15 April) training.

All cadets, NCOs and sec 3s are required to pay for the new shirts.

The t-shirts should arrive within a few weeks' time. We require the money to pay for the deposit. We will pass you the new t-shirts once they arrive.

-B61

SURVEY!

Hi Sec 1 and 2s

Sorry for the delay. We had troubles as there was some formatting issues
The survey link  is here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1zS21JMWZeaEIPPlZNHWVVy1alxpohWmwo3AcLq-EQnw/viewform

As stated previously, it is still compulsory to complete. Please complete it by Monday night.

Thank you and sorry for inconvenience.

Reeve (on behalf of B62)

RCK Bronze Results for Sec 1s

Hi Sec 1s,

For those of you who attended trainings last Wednesday, you should remember that you took the RCK (B) test. Unfortunately, there were some errors to the marking of the scripts and the results of some people have changed.

Pass:
Taufeeq
Chiaw Soong
Lin Hong
Surya
Yu Cai
Tianxiang
Jee Kuen
Ming Song
Daniel
Nicholas
Ryan

Top scorer is Yu Cai
So, Iota will get 20 platoon points (yay)


Fail:
Yu Hang
Sun Han
Josh
Si Hao

To those who failed, don't worry. We will have a re-accreds soon, which is also for those who didn't come for that training. So just mug abit for the RCK (B) paper the next time you take the paper, and you should do fine.

-B62

Survey

Hi Sec 1 and Sec 2,

Last training, I mentioned that a compulsory survey would be posted on the blog today. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, we are unable to do so. We will try our best to post it tomorrow and it will still be compulsory for ALL of you (Sec 1 and 2) to complete this survey.

Thank you.

-Reeve (on behalf of B62)

Newspaper collection consent form

Hi,

Here's the newspaper collection consent form if you need it.

-B62

SFA test

Hi guys,

Sec 2s (and others going for SFA)
Please note that SFA test will be on saturday, 30th March
Details are here: http://dl.dropbox.com/u/41687338/RCY%20Bandaging-Triangular-Roller%20and%20CPR%202011.pdf

As there is Newpaper collection on the same day, you have to come back to Bishan straight after the test so that we can mark your attendance

There will be an FA refresher tomorrow, 8am, at J8.
Meet outside breadtalk and bring bandages

Attendance issues

Hi,

Please be reminded that from now on, if you're missing training or any event, and you know some time in advance, email rircbatch62@googlegroups.com with your excuse.There is no need to email the teachers (don't bother them with such mundane issues).

Note that you still have to give us your excuse form and any supporting letters/MCs in hard copy during training.

-B61

Newspaper collection CIP (Saturday, 30 March)

(This is a post on behalf of Batch 62)

 

Hi guys,

Some of you have been briefed on the newspaper and clothing collection CIP this Saturday during training on Wednesday, but just to make things clearer, look through the Powerpoint slides; essential details are all there. This information is the most updated, so if it does not correspond with the consent form, just follow the details in the Powerpoint.

 

Here's the link to the powerpoint slide:  https://www.dropbox.com/s/wshhia9gfp7ij8n/Newspaper%20Collection%20Briefing%20Slides.pptx

In the Sec 2s' case, since you guys have SFA in the morning, go to Block 109 Bishan Street 12 immediately after your SFA. To arrive there, exit RI through the side gate behind the Admin Block and cross the road via the overhead bridge. Enter the cluster of HDB flats and go to the void deck of Block 109. An IC will be there to take note of your arrival.

-B62

Participation in the National Day Parade 2013

Hi,

It's the time of the year to sign up for NDP 2013! If you participate in this event, you'll get to march in the National Day Parade as part of the Red Cross contingent this year. You get free food as well :D Trainings are every Saturday from about 8.30am to 5pm, from April or so until August.

If you are interested, please reply to this post with your email address, so we can forward you the official letter from RCY. The letter contains more information about this year's NDP.

-B61

RCK (B) accreditations postponed

Quick update: RCK (B) accreditations for Sec 1s will not be on T2W1 Monday. They have been postponed to T2W1 Wednesday.

-B61

Attendance matters

Hi guys,

The following people have yet to pass up their excuses

Josh - 25/2
Melvin - 6/3
Surya - 11/3

Dylan - 18/2, 6/3
Yu Chen - 6/3, 11/3, 13/3
Lucas - 25/2, 6/3, 13/3
Fangyuan - 14/1, 25/2
Nathanael - 6/3, 11/3, 13/3
Brandon - 9/1, 14/1, 16/1, 21/1, 28/1, 27/2, 4/3, 6/3, 11/3, 13/3
Vincent - 27/2, 11/3
Chang Yi - 13/3

I don't care whether you've already told me or what, I still need to see at least a letter on why you did not come. If no excuse is passed up, you will be marked as absent without valid excuse.

Bear in mind that your attendance affects the CCA points you receive and also your promotions

~B61

Platoon rankings for Term 1

Hi,

For term 1, here are the platoon rankings:

1. Iota
2. Omega
3. Epsilon

So we'll have a celebration for Iota next term.

Platoon points will be reset for camp, so everyone starts on even ground. So give your best for camp (if you're still awake to read this, which you shouldn't be).

-B61

What the, FAC?! We won!

"Walk out of there smiling knowing you did your best"

-Samuel

Just yesterday, in an epic and very manly moment of glory, RIRC reclaimed it's pride in claiming the prize for runners-up to the annual First Aid competition. After years and years of suffering from droughts of FAC trophies (thanks *cough*colin*cough*george), we finally get to be able to feel, smell and lick one again. Hooray.

After months of grueling hard work, pushing through the pits of Hell and suffering through fire and pain, being tortured under a certain someone and tying ring-bandage chains, the FAC management's team's efforts finally paid off, so give them a pat on the back and ask them to stop breaking cold packs if you see them :)

And that is all.

Also note that a GRAAAAAND TOTTAAAAAL OF one year1 and two year2s came for this >compulsory< competition support to witness history in the making.
So yes, we shall be hounding all of you down.

Important things to note

Regarding the pack list for camp:

• There is no need to use 1.5l coke bottles. Any kind of 1.5l plastic bottle will do.
• You may bring insect repellent if you want.
• The whistle is very important. Don't forget to bring it.
• (For sec 1s especially) You can buy triangular bandages at Guardian or similar pharmacies.
• (For sec 1s especially) You can buy army ponchos, ziploc bags, and other camping gear at Beach Road. There is a whole row of shops there selling these things.

Regarding FACom support tomorrow:

• We are sorry for the extremely late posting of the consent forms. The school took forever to get it out. Please download and print it, and bring the signed form with you tomorrow.
• Fuhua Secondary School is near Chinese Gardens (near Jurong). 

-B61

FAC consent form

Hi guys,

Here is the consent form for the FAC finals support tomorrow

https://www.dropbox.com/s/3hnrpku1rpq8t7t/16032013%20First%20Aid%20Competition%20Consent%20Form.pdf

~B61

Camp Pandora (March Camp 2013) Packlist + Briefing Slides

Dear cadets,

The packlist and briefing slides for Camp Pandora (March Camp 2013) are out!

You can download them at the following link:

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/owxeqnj5xzb6tpd/P5rP4CWiuX

The packlist contains what you should pack for camp while the briefing slides contain important information about camp (date, time, reporting, contraband items, PMs' contact info etc.)

We'll see you at camp!

UPDATE: YOU DO NOT NEED TO BRING RCU (RED CROSS UNIFORM) FOR CAMP, KINDLY REMOVE/IGNORE IT ON THE PACKLIST

B61

PROGRESS

DAS EVERYONE.

PLATOON POINT HAS BEEN UPDATED, UND DAS IST ALLES.

PLEASE WORK HARD FOR ALL YOUR UPCOMING ACCREDS.

Platoon points for today's training

Hi,

Here are the platoon points for today's training:

Epsilon: +35
Iota: +10
Omega: +20

Sec 1s, please remember that the RCK (B) accreds will be on T2W1 Monday. Please take a look at the resources at RIRC Treasure Chest (rirctreasurechest.blogspot.com).

The syllabus tested for the accreds is as follows:

History of Red Cross

H, I, V

Red Cross Emblems

RCY Motto

RCY Promise

RCY Song

Patron of SRCS

Chairman of SRCS

Director of RCY

Objectives of RCY

RCY Ranks and Badges

RCY Training Objectives

The RIRC Treasure Chest also has notes for other subjects. But some may be outdated, so don't assume everything is correct. You can try using the First Aid and Evacuation Guide by our batch. It's quite thorough, and basically just about everything that can be taught in theory is in there.

Here's the link for your convenience: https://www.dropbox.com/s/mfihrl3ahe8rf5w/First%20Aid%20and%20Evacuation%20Guide%20%2829%20Dec%202012%29.docx

Have fun mugging!

-B61

TRAILER FOR FUN DAY

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pjIg6SKXxLc&feature=youtu.be


Hello!
In case you've forgotten, Fun Day is this Saturday! That's right, it's this Saturday! The link above will direct you to the trailer for the fun day on this Saturday! So make sure you head down to RI at 7.30 this Saturday! for some fun in the sun (unless it rains) and bring an extra set of clothing! Did I mention it's this Saturday!?

I think I did.

Communication with NCOs

Hi,

Some of you sec 1s may be confused or unsure about communicating with NCOs (your sec 4s). For example, if you need to skip training, who should you contact? Or if you're unhappy about how your batchmates are treating you, who should you tell?

Here are the avenues of communication you have:

1. Facebook - for now, please don't add any NCOs as friends on Facebook. We'll add you into our RIRC Facebook group after March camp (at the end of which you'll be officially initiated into RIRC, and get your unit t-shirts). But after March camp, you can just talk to any of us on Facebook about anything. There's no need to be scared of us - we will not pump you or punish you during trainings for what you say to us on Facebook. 
2. The blog - there's a chatbox on the blog (on the right panel). You can talk about anything you want on the chatbox, but please avoid totally irrelevant topics or spamming, since it will make it difficult for us to find relevant comments. We'll also be posting most important updates and announcements on the blog (such as the dates of special events, camps, etc.).
3. Email - we have a batch email, rircb61@googlegroups.com. Please send any queries you may have to this email (especially if you don't want your friends or seniors to read what you say). We generally use this email to collate responses for events/competitions and such as well.
4. Contact list - it's in a link on the right panel (some way down). It contains the contact details of everyone in the unit. Please do not spread this. The information there is private. You can send personal emails to any of us NCOs if you have really private matters to talk about (but really, just use  Facebook, if you have it).
5. Teachers - if you ever need to contact teachers for any matters, here are their emails:
1. Mr Tok Wei Sin - weisin.tok@ri.edu.sg
2. Ms Ruhana Hashim - ruhana.hashim@ri.edu.sg
3. Ms Wan Yao - yao.wan@ri.edu.sg
4. Ms Chen Haiqin - haiqin.chen@ri.edu.sg

IMPORTANT: Regarding attendance matters, Samuel (our vice-chairman) will be talking to you about it on another day. There are some protocols to follow with regard to this, because we take attendance very seriously.

Thanks. If you still have any questions, feel free to ask on the chatbox or comment on this post.

-B61

Platoon points for Monday (25 Feb) training

Here are the platoon points for the sec 1s' RCK lesson:

Epsilon: +15 points
Iota: +21 points
Omega: +30 points

Platoon points!

Hi,

We've awarded platoon points for the war game we had on Wednesday's training.

Epsilon: +10 points
Iota: +50 points
Omega: +30 points

At the end of the game, Iota had 7 flags, Omega 6 flags, and Epsilon 2 flags.

Sec 1s, if you didn't know what platoon points are, basically they are a scoring system we have for platoons. This scoring system will be used for competitive activities during lessons and especially during camps (which is 18-19 March - refer to an earlier post for more details). At the end of the semester (though this is subject to changes), we will reset platoon points and reward the platoon with the highest platoon points at that point.

Also, look out for the scoreboard at the end of every training - it will reflect the latest platoon rankings.

-B61

Road Marshalling Duty and Pledge Cards

Hi guys, there is road marshalling duty for all the UGs tomorrow, so please be in school by 6.20am at the main atrium and in your unit/PE tee. 

 Also, please bring your pledge cards if you still have not passed them up. A police report will be filed if you do not pass it up (a lot of trouble which you wouldn't want to go through).

~B61

From all of us at batch 61

Happy Chinese New Year.
*cue dragon dance and people getting burnt by fireworks*

Yay.

Also remember that your hongbao money isn't really yours, it's the pledge card's.*







*This is a joke. I mean the hongbao money thing, not the pledge card. But feel free to donate your money all away!

March camp dates

Hi,

March camp will most probably be on Monday and Tuesday of the March holidays, that is 18 and 19 March.

Please try to keep these two dates free.

We haven't confirmed the dates yet, but barring any unexpected circumstances, camp will be on these two days.

-B61

Publicity Booth for February Blood Drive 2013

Hi Year 3s,

Raffles Institution Red Cross is working with Raffles Institution Red Cross Youth Chapters (Year 5-6) to publicise their February Blood Drives.

Essentially, you (Year 3s) will be participating in a publicity event next week to promote the upcoming February Blood Drives in our school and get interested donors to sign up for it, through:

1. Publicity Booth
-With a mini-game designed by the Year 3s
-Cadets will tell interested passersby more about the upcoming February Blood Drives
-There will be a sign up sheet at the booth for interested donors to fill in their details
-Target audience: Year 4s who are currently 16 years old (must have had their birthday already) and Staff of the school (Because only they fit the age requirement)

2. Posters
- Year 3s are also designing posters to be put up in school for the same cause

As such, on Thursday and Friday, 7th and 8th February respectively, Year 3s are required to man the publicity booth at the school canteen (Year 1-4).

The duty roster can be found here:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AlgwPSuzNJFmdDRYV291U3pUcUM4NG84c3M2cThIT2c&usp=sharing

While manning the booth, you should ask around for interested donors to try out the mini-game and tell them more about the blood drive.

NOTE: You can still have your meals at the booth.

If you find that there are mistakes with the duty roster or have any queries, do send them to our batch group at rircb61@googlegroups.com

Thank you and have a nice day! :)

B61

Blood Badge Talk by the HSA (Consent Form)

Dear Year 3s,

The consent form for Saturday's (tomorrow) Blood Badge Talk by the HSA can be downloaded here:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/ua96d1kmwkc8bs0/Consent%20Form.pdf

Please print and get your parents to sign the consent form before bringing it to the event tomorrow.

Thank you and have a nice day! :)

B61

Homework Cafe CiP cancelled

Hi guys,

Sorry to say this but the homework cafe event tomorrow has been cancelled (the teachers rejected it).

The one next next friday will still carry on however on 8/2/2013

Really sorry for this late announcement but we only just received the information too

~B61

Flag Day consent form

Hi guys,

For those who were not here on wednesday's training, here is the consent form

~B61

More Details on Red Cross Flag Day CIP

Hi All,
         Here are the details for the Red Cross Flag Day CIP this Saturday. Attendance is COMPULSORY and as such the relevant procedures for applying for an excuse will apply. Also do note that your participation in this CIP will determine if you get your CS Bronze (Community Service) badge under the new badge scheme by HQ. (Also, CIP hours!)

Time: Saturday 26 Jan, 0730-1330
Venue: Yio Chu Kang Secondary School (Reporting & Dismissal there.)
Attire: Red Cross Unit T-shirt (wear the RI PE T-shirt if you don't have it)

          To repeat you guys are expected to go and report at Yio Chu Kang SS by yourselves and will also be dismissed from there. Please be punctual and report by 0730 latest as this event is organized by Red Cross HQ and thus not under our control.

Have a Nice Day :)

~B61

Platoon points for 21 Jan training

Hi,

Here's a summary of the platoon points for today's training:

FA "Scissors paper stone"
Epsilon: +0
Iota: +30
Omega: +5

PT
Epsilon: +45
Iota: +90
Omega: +20

-B61

RC Flag Day (Internal Collection)

Hey guys!

As mentioned previously during training, we will be collecting funds from the school population in support of the Red Cross Flag Day organised by HQ. It will be on this Friday, during PIT, from 0650 to 0750.

Hence, please meet at the main atrium by 0645, where you will be given your tins and briefed on your groupings before being dispatched to your respective classes. Just be in your school uniform and that would suffice.

See you there!

~B61

New Admin Regulations (Attendance)

Hi all,

As previously mentioned, in order to keep better track of attendance and monitor on the welfare of you guys, there are new regulations being added onto the current administrative protocol for attendance, so please do pay close attention.

Accepted excuses for Absence from Trainings (non-exhaustive)

1. Any sort of illness which require you to rest at home
2. Representing school in participation of competitions
3. Family issues/Religious activities
4. Any other pre-fixed activities (>1 month before) which cannot be postponed (e.g. medical appointments, overseas trip, etc)

*As much as possible, pre-fixed activities are to be postponed if they are to clash with training dates. 

**Religious activities are to be reported 7 days before, while other pre-fixed activities are to be reported 14 days before.

NOT ACCEPTED

• Forgot/Don't Know - You are EXPECTED to find out (the next training date) for yourselves
• ANY other non-medical issues beyond school with the exception of the above mentioned

Accepted forms of Supporting Evidence (non-exhaustive)

1. Medical Certificates (MC) - ONLY evidence type applicable to support the excuse of Illnesses
2. Teacher-In-Charge's email to Mr Tok, Ms Wan Yao or Ms Chen Haiqin to excuse you from training for competition purposes 
3. Parental Letters - Cannot be used for 2 consecutive trainings

NOTE: MCs issued on non-training dates are NOT accepted (i.e. if you are sick on Tuesday, you are still expected to report for Wednesday's training). As long as you are in school on a training day, attendance is still compulsory and we will monitor your condition before deciding to send you home or not. Otherwise, light duty (such as refraining from PT) will be provided.

Late Reporting (>30 minutes late)

If you are going to report late for training, you are expected to inform Admin Exec (Amos Sir) 2 days beforehand via email OR sms before the start of training (if you only find out on the day itself). Otherwise, attendance will NOT be counted.

*If any training-clashing activity (e.g. remedial) ends before 1715 (1 hour before the end of training), attendance of that particular training is still required. 

Failure to abide to regulations

Phase 1: You will be contacted by the Admin Exec on the day itself. If reason provided is unacceptable/insufficient, proceed to Phase 2.

Phase 2: You will be interviewed by either the Vice-Chairperson or the Chairperson on the next training date. If problem persists (or continued absence from the following training), proceed to Phase 3.

Phase 3: Teacher intervention. Necessary disciplinary action to be taken on a case-to-case basis (including the issuing of warning slips). 

Please be reminded that these regulations apply to all other non-training compulsory activities (e.g. CCL, Peformance Night, Camps, etc), and that the usual protocol of downloading the excuse form and having it filled and submitted by the next training is to be taken note of as well.

Remember, these are only guidelines to ensure the your presence in each and every training which are essential to your own personal cadet development, and that the NCOs & Teachers have the final decision to the validity of your excuse (even if it is not on the accepted list). 

These regulations will take effect as of Today, 16th January 2013. Please submit excuses for Week 1/2 trainings by Week 3 Wednesday, 23rd January 2013.

Thank you and have a great day.

~B61

FA and Evacuation guide is up on RIRC treasure chest!

Hi,

We've uploaded the FA and Evacuation guide on the RIRC treasure chest! If you aren't quite sure what this is, it's a very comprehensive guide to First Aid and Evacuation done by our batch. It is inspired (and based on) the old Addendum by B56-B58. While we've retained a lot of the content of the addendum, we hope it'll be easier to read. Hopefully it'll be more useful as revision material after lessons or before accreditations as well. We might even use it in lessons.

Please have a look. It'll be very useful for those who wish to brush up on their theoretical first aid, and it should help with some aspects of practical first aid and evacuation as well.

FACommers, please read through it as well (yes, the FA manual is the official book, but it can't do any harm to read another document to revise your FA and Evacuation as well).

-B61

Pledge cards will be collected on 13 Feb

Hi,

We'll be collecting the pledge cards back from you on 13 February, Wednesday (Week 6).

If you still haven't gotten a pledge card yet, please ask any NCO the next training.

Remember that you should try and collect money from your relatives and non-school friends. We will be collecting money from RI staff and students soon.

-B61

Question of the week 2

Guess who this is (the person who got injured)? The person who gives the correct answer gets 15 platoon points.

Also, guess when this happened for 10 platoon points.

Only one guess is allowed. Answers with more than one guess will not be considered. You must write your guesses in the comments section.

Only sec 2s are allowed to guess (sec 3s are no longer in platoons any more).

Slenderman

Remember Delta in November camp?

Guess who the NCO is for 15 platoon points.

First training of 2013 - Wed, 9 Jan

Hi,

The first training next year will be on Wednesday, 9 January. Monday is a school holiday because we have school on Saturday.

See you there!

-B61