Australian Air Force Cadets

No 335 Squadron - Williamtown Joining Instruction

335SQNAAFC JI 1/50367

JOINING INSTRUCTION FOR 335SQN 1/23 Field Exercise (50367)

ACTIVITY TITLE 335SQN 1/23 Field Exercise

ACTIVITY LOCATION/ Boyds Farm Defence Training Site,

DETACHMENT ADDRESS Pipeclay Creek Road,
Medowie
ACTIVITY COMMENCEMENT 0800 h 13 May 23

ACTIVITY CONCLUSION 1600 h 14 May 23

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Own means

UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS GPU with Bush Hat

ACTIVITY OFFICER-IN-CHARGE (OIC) FSGT(AAFC) Kylie Dorsett

0439 426 401
kylie.dorsett@airforcecadets.gov.au
ACTIVITY COORDINATOR/ PLTOFF(AAFC) Jake Harden
EMERGENCY CONTACTS 0451 456 842
(In order of preference) jake.harden1@airforcecadets.gov.au
OIC Mentee

CPL(AAFC) Jordan Forrest

0435 732 262
jordan.forrest@airforcecadets.gov.au
ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS Attendance at this activity is optional

INTRODUCTION

1. This instruction has been issued to assist you in your preparation to attend the
335SQN 1/23 Field Exercise. This is a Field Exercise involving a range of field-based
activities including navigation, camouflage and concealment and field cooking. For the
duration of the activity, you will be under the command of the Activity OIC, FSGT(AAFC)
Kylie Dorsett.

2. This Joining Instruction is an authoritative document; you are to read and comply
with its contents. Speak to senior cadets at your Squadron who have attended activities like
this in the past. They will prove an invaluable source of information regarding what to expect.

ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS

3. Forms and documentation. You must ensure that you bring your Australian Air
Force Cadets Identification (AAFC ID) Card (staff and cadets) and Red DCAC (staff only, if
issued).

4. An ‘Activity Notification and Consent Form’ is to be downloaded, correctly

completed and reuploaded to the activity in Cadet Enterprise Application (CEA) ONE WEEK
prior to the commencement of the activity. It must be signed by your parent or legal
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guardian if you are under 18 years of age. The original should be brought with you on the
activity. Have this document ready to present to staff on arrival.

5. Should you be unable to access the form in CEA then the current version of the
‘Activity Notification and Consent Form’ can be sourced via the 3WGAAFC Portal within
CadetNet:
https://members.cadetnet.gov.au/aafc/3WG/3WG%20TRG%20Documents/Forms%20and
%20Templates/Consent-blank-Under_18_Year_Old_COVID-19_V4.5.pdf

6. Medical conditions, allergies and dietary requirements. It is important that

‘Your Health Declaration’ and all other medical and emergency contact details are up to date
in CadetNet. You should inform the First Aid Officer or activity staff as soon as possible if you
have any medical conditions, allergies or special dietary requirements. Any acute injury,
illness or contagious/infectious diseases in the last 4 weeks require a doctor’s certificate to
be presented to the First Aid Officer or activity staff. This will ensure that your needs are
taken into account when attending the activity. Cadets should also arrive on the activity
with copies of any required Health Management Plan (HMP).

7. First Aid Officer. The following member hold current ‘Apply First Aid’ and CPR
qualifications and is nominated as the First Aid Officer for this activity:

a. PLTOFF(AAFC) Jake Harden

8. The Australian Defence Force (ADF) is unable to provide a severe food allergy
free environment (such as from peanuts) in relation to the consumption of food during cadet
activities. Such a risk may be life threatening for people who suffer from a severe food
allergy. Parents may consider it is in their child’s best interest not to allow participation of
their child in the proposed activity. In the event that the child is allowed to attend a catered
cadet activity, the parents may choose to provide, at their own expense, sufficient food to
cover the duration of the activity.

9. If you or your parents have any concerns on these matters, you should speak
with your SQN staff.

10. A Food Allergy Management Plan (FAMP) for this activity can be downloaded
from CadetNet.

11. Activity related costs. This activity has no associated cost

12. Contact information. During the activity, the OIC or activity coordinator may be
contacted in the case of an emergency. Please note, only contact the OIC in the case of an
emergency, cadets will have access to mobile phones during stand-down in order to contact
home.

13. Nominal roll. The nominal roll for this activity is contained in CEA.

14. Withdrawal from activity. Should you wish to withdraw from the activity prior
to the close of nominations, withdraw your nomination on CEA. Should you wish to
withdraw from the activity after the close of nominations, you are required to contact the
Activity Coordinator and your Commanding Officer.

15. Leave. Leave during the activity will not normally be granted. However, any
requests should be made to the Activity Coordinator.

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ADDITIONAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS

16. No additional activity requirements.

TRAVEL, ACCOMMODATION AND MESSING

17. Travel. Travel to and from this activity will be by own means. A map, indicating
the location of the venue and specific meeting point is included in Annex A. Cadets are to
contact the Activity Coordinator by phone if they are running late. Cadets travelling via public
transport are to wear civilian attire and bring their uniform in a bag (preferably concealed) to
change into upon arrival at the activity.

18. Accommodation. Accommodation for this activity will be in individual tents with
gender seperation. Cadets are requested to bring their own personal tent to use. A small
number of tents may be borrowed from 335SQN but should not be relied upon.

19. Messing. Cadets are to bring their own food consisting of 2 x Breakfasts, 2 x
Lunches and 2 x Dinners as well as suitable snacks. 335SQN will not be providing additional
meals.

20. Food handling requirement. There is no requirement for food handling

qualifications for this activity.

UNIFORM AND EQUIPMENT

21. Dress. Dress for this activity will be GPU with GPU Bush Hat

22. All uniforms are to be worn, and personal appearance is to be, IAW AAFC
Manual of Dress.

23. You are to ensure that you have a regulation haircut prior to your arrival at the
activity. Males of shaving age are to ensure they have shaved prior to arrival at the activity.

24. Personal equipment. A detailed list of personal equipment that you will require
is contained in Annex C.

25. Lack of foot care and correct preparation of the feet is the most common cause
of medical problems on cadet activities. Some detailed information regarding foot care is
contained at:
https://members.cadetnet.gov.au/aafc/3WG/3WG%20TRG%20Documents/Forms%20and
%20Templates/Sep15%20Foot%20Care%20Information%20Sheet.pdf

26. ALL items brought to the activity are the responsibility of the owner of the item.
The AAFC will accept no responsibility for any loss or damage to items brought on the
activity. All personal items (including clothing) are to be clearly labelled with the OWNER’S
NAME and CADETNET ID.

27. Prohibited items. The following items are prohibited on this activity:

a. weapons, including pocket, sheath or flick knives or similar items

b. fireworks, ammunition or pyrotechnics of any description

c. smoking material of any description, including matches and lighters

d. alcohol or drugs in any form (authorised medications are to be logged with activity
staff upon arrival)

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e. electronic entertainment devices (excluding mobile phones, tablets and laptops)

f. pornography or any offensive material.

CONDUCT AND BEHAVIOUR

28. Discipline. Any breaches of discipline will be dealt with immediately. Any
serious breach is grounds for sending a cadet home.

29. Breaches of personal or general hygiene will not be tolerated. The activity area
will be regularly inspected to ensure the maintenance of appropriate standards in this regard.

30. Equity & diversity and inappropriate behaviour. The OIC will conduct a
briefing on these matters when you arrive at this activity. However, all members are
reminded of the instructions on unacceptable sexual behaviour as outlined in AAFC
SI(ADMIN) 09-01 and ADFC Youth Policy (YOUTHPOLMAN) and are required to observe
the standards outlined. Members are also reminded that any investigation into allegations of
sexual harassment, equity & diversity breaches or fraternisation will be thorough.
Involvement in such matters may result in your removal from the activity, potentially at the
expense of your parent or guardian.

31. Mobile phones. Mobile phones may be carried by cadets on the condition that
they remain switched off during the activity. Mobile phone communication (voice calls, SMS,
MMS etc.) will only be permitted during the stand down period (personal time). During stand
down periods, cadets and staff may access social media for the purpose of viewing content
and may use apps such as messenger to communicate with family and friends outside of the
activity. At no time are cadets to make public posts or comment on other posts. Staff may
make public posts only if it is in the course of their duties.

32. Parents/guardians who need to contact their child in the case of an emergency
should use the phone numbers provided at the head of this Joining Instruction.

33. Staff may use mobile phones in the course of their duties. Limited personal use
is also acceptable provided it does not interfere with completing your duties, or with anyone
else completing theirs. At all times, appropriate mobile phone etiquette is to be observed
(e.g., use of “silent” mode where appropriate).

34. Photography. Photography of Cadets during this activity may only occur with
their consent. Photography and videography on ADF Establishments is strictly controlled
and is prohibited by cadets, including during stand-down in cadet accommodation. Any
photography by cadets will be considered as a security breach and will result in disciplinary
action, possibly including removal from the activity. Authorised photographs will be provided
by activity staff.

SECURITY

35. Any unwarranted conduct or approaches by members of the public are to be

ignored and reported up the chain of command as soon as practicable.

36. Cadets and staff are reminded that they must have their AAFC ID Card or Red
DCAC on them at all times. Cadets and staff will not be allowed to attend this activity if they
do not adhere to this requirement.

37. As a result of the increased SAFEBASE level at all Defence establishments

members are reminded that a valid ID must be visible and above the waist when on Defence
premises. AAFC ID Cards or Red DCACs must not be displayed outside of Defence
premises.

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FAINTING RISKS

38. Members are to ensure they are of adequate health and physical fitness to
participate in the activity. Further detail is contained in 3WG SI(OPS) 02-01 Fainting Risks. If
you have any concerns, please contact the Activity Coordinator.

39. Cadets should ensure that they are adequately nourished and hydrated before the
activity. Members are instructed to eat breakfast before attending a morning activity.

COVID-19 SAFETY

40. Although community vaccination rates in the ACT and NSW are very high,
COVID-19 remains a risk to AAFC operations and to the community in general.

41. A person attending this Detachment following exposure to COVID-19 infection

risks infecting large cohorts of AAFC and ADF members with the disease. Members
attending this Detachment should use their discretion in their activities and be mindful of
possible exposure to COVID-19 infection in the weeks leading up to this Detachment.

42. Public Health Orders. All members must comply with NSW Public Health
Orders including rules regarding isolation from others and wearing masks.

43. Checks on arrival at transport locations. All members will be subject to

COVID-19 screening checks on arrival at their designated transport location. Members
travelling directly to the Detachment location and not using Defence transport will be subject
to the same checks upon arrival on Detachment. Any member (staff or cadet) who does not
pass the screening will be sent home.

44. COVID-19 infection. Any member who is diagnosed with COVID-19, or has
received a positive test result for COVID-19, must not attend this activity, regardless of
vaccination status, unless both of the following apply:

a. At least 7 days have passed since the member’s first positive test result related to
their most recent COVID-19 infection; and

b. The member is not displaying or suffering any symptoms of COVID-19.

45. Collection of cadet from activity. In the event of a cadet displaying or suffering
symptoms of COVID-19, or testing positive for COVID-19, during the activity, the cadet’s
parent/guardian will be contacted and asked to collect the cadet from the activity. It is a
condition of a cadet’s attendance at this activity that a responsible adult from the
cadet’s household (preferably the cadet’s parent/guardian) is available and willing to
collect the cadet immediately if called upon to do so. Cadets will not be sent home by
public transport (including taxi or ride share), and will not be transported home by staff, in
these circumstances.

46. COVID-19 symptoms. Any member who has any symptoms of COVID-19 must
not attend this activity. Common symptoms of COVID-19 are available on the NSW
Government website here: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/stay-safe/testing/symptoms.

47. Other Government restrictions. For the avoidance of doubt, any member who
is subject to an order or direction issued by any State or Territory Government, or the
Commonwealth Government, must not attend this activity if attendance would cause the
member to breach the order or direction.

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48. Vaccination. All personnel are encouraged to complete the full course of a
COVID-19 vaccine (including booster(s)) approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration
before attending this activity.

49. Wellness checks. All personnel will be subject to wellness checks prior to
conducting business each day. Any members who are experiencing flu-like symptoms or
exhibit high temperatures will be refused entry and will be referred for COVID-19 testing.

50. Onset of symptoms of COVID-19 during Activity. Any member who develops
symptoms of COVID-19 during the Activity should report to the Activity OIC or any other
member of directing staff immediately.

QUESTIONS

51. Any questions relating to this activity should be directed to the Activity
Coordinator in the first instance.

Jake Harden
Pilot Officer
Officer in Charge Mentee - Activity

0451 456 842

jake.harden1@airforcecadets.gov.au

28 Apr 23

Annexes:
A. Location Information
B. Training Program
C. Equipment List

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LOCATION INFORMATION

FROM 335SQNAAFC RAAF Base Williamtown Pass Office – Boyds Farm, Pipeclay
Creek Road
Approximate time travel: 15 Minutes
Serial Description Distance (m)
1 Head North on Medowie Rd towards Townsend Ave 3.3Km
st
2 At the roundabout, take the 1 exit and stay on Medowie Rd 8.9Km
3 Turn right onto Pipeclay Creek Rd 1.0 Km
4 Drive to end of road until Defence Property sign and gate is on
your left/in front of you.

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TRAINING PROGRAM

Saturday 13th May 23

0800 Cadets arrive, role marked, move to activity location, OIC Brief
0900 Activities commence
1000-1025 Break
1030 Recommence Field Training activities
1300-1330 Lunch
1330-1500 Recommence Field Training activities
1500-1525 Break
1530 Recommence Field Training activities
1645 Day debrief/night routine preparation
1715-1800 Dinner
1800 -2100 Evening field training activity
2130 Lights-out
Sunday 14th May 23
0700-0745 Reveille/Breakfast
0800 Recommence Field Training activities
1000-1025 Break
1030 Recommence Field Training activities
1300-1330 Lunch
1330 Commence dismantling of camp.
1530 Activity debrief
1600 Cadets Depart

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EQUIPMENT LIST

Forms and documentation P P

ADFC ID card Health management plan and/or doctor’s
certificate (if applicable)
Activity Nomination and Consent Form Any required medication (clearly labelled)
Uniform items P P
General Purpose Uniform (GPU)
GPU coat (shirt) x 2 Thick black socks x 2 pairs
GPU trousers x 2 ADFC Boots – Black/Khaki x 1 pair
Undershirt (dark blue or black) x 2 Hat Fur Felt Khaki / GPU bush hat / AAFC
baseball cap
SD rank slides (as per substantive rank)
Multi-Purpose Jacket (optional)
Personal clothing items P P
Underwear x 2
Toiletry items P P
Towel Toothpaste
Wet-wipes Deodorant
Shampoo & Conditioner Face shaving gear (if required)
Sunscreen (30+ recommended) Feminine hygiene items (as required)
Insect repellent Toothbrush
Classroom requirements P P
Notebook & Stationery (pens, pencil,
eraser, etc) for classes
Reference/subject notes
General items P P
Filled water bottle x 2 Shoe cleaning/polishing kit
Field Pack and Webbing (If issues) Bedroll (if required)
Clothes brush, needle, thread and spare Sleeping bag
buttons
Tent Personal First Aid kit (Blister tape,
bandaids, conforming bandage, hand
sanitiser)

All personal items and clothing must be clearly labelled and are solely your
responsibility.

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