17.2.1 Purpose
17.2.2 Member this Part does not apply to
Example: Defence Attachés.
17.2.3 Members on continuous full-time service
In the total workforce system, the following arrangements apply.
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A member of the Permanent Forces may be described as a member in Service category 7. A member in Service category 6 is unlikely to be deployed.
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A member of the Reserves on continuous full-time service may be described as a member in Service category 3, 4 or 5 who is also in Service option C.
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A member on Reserve service may be described as a member in Service category 3, 4 or 5. A member in Service option C is not a member on Reserve service.
Members under the age of 18
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Members under the age of 18 are not to deploy to operational areas.
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This exclusion is part of the obligations of the 1998 United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.
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These members are managed in accordance with Defence People Policy Manual Part 7 Chapter 5, Management and administration of Defence members under 18 years of age.
Philanthropic representatives
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A philanthropic representative is someone such as a member of the Salvation Army.
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They are officially recognised on a deployment but do not receive a salary from the ADF. Salaries are paid by the organisation they represent.
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They may be eligible for most benefits except the following.
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Home loans assistance.
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Deployment allowance.
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The deploying Service headquarters will liaise with the philanthropic organisation about the administrative arrangements.
Exchange personnel
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Exchange personnel from other countries can be on exchange with the ADF and deploy with their host unit. They are not eligible for the ADF conditions of service package.
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The parent country of these personnel is responsible for establishing and providing their own conditions of service for the deployment.