To: Officers, Warrant Officer, Specialists and men of 682 SIR
682 SIR 6th ICT (24 Apr – 10 May 08)
Welcome to the 6th year ICT for 682 SIR.
In the coming ICT, we are going for ATEC Stage 1 evaluation. The evaluation comprises 4 main areas: Knowledge theory test involving commanders (10%), basic skills (16%), weaponry handling (24%) and battle courses (50%).
There is only ONE goal for the ATEC Stage 1: REDCON 1.
This is a realistic target, that as a COHESIVE and COMMITTED Bn, we can achieve .
With this in mind, the training program has been planned to prepare and equip the Bn to achieve this target. We will start with 2 days of commanders' training on 24-25 Apr. From 28 Apr, we will build up from training on basic skills and weaponry handling, to platoon battle courses and block missions. The ATEC evaluation itself will be held on 7-9 May.
While the focus is on ATEC stage 1, there are also many areas that I want to address:
1) IPPT. We will conduct two IPPTs during the ICT. All who have not passed must take the tests. Those who defaulted IPPT will be charged. Beyond financial penalties, those who had defaulted more than 3 years will be sent to Detention Barracks.
2) Management of poor performance. In the coming year, ITI will execute its system to manage poor performers: those who either miss the key activities, or hold poor attitude. SAF will issue a dedicated Make-Up Training for these group of people, conducted by ITI.
3) Deferment. All deferment cases should be cleared before the ICT proper. You should put up for deferment via the NSSC. I have allocated on 23 Apr afternoon to listen to appeals. You can arrange with NS HRC at Tel: 64104334.
Finally, get yourself physically prepared and mentally ready.
As a COHESIVE and COMMITTED Bn, we can achieve the target set out for the coming ICT.
Looking forward to see you.
Yours sincerely,
MAJ (NS) Loh Chee Kin
CO 682 SIR
