Training
All enlisted members of the Reserve Defence Forces (RDF) undergo recruit training on a part-time voluntary basis. This training takes place mostly on weekends. Recruits must undergo at least 14 days full-time training and pass proficiency tests on foot, arms drill, tactics and rifle training Steyr AUG to qualify as a 2 Star Private.
3 Star training includes navigation, further weapons training (GPMG), fieldcraft and tactical training and is also 14 full-time days in duration plus weekend training.
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