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Simultaneous membership of RDF and other services

galwaycyclist · 2012-01-20 12:49:45

From a thread on joining the RDF This sparked a thought (rare enough event) What is the situation on being a member of the RDF if you are already a member of another "service"? For instance, in emergency planning terms, having a Dublin Fire Brigade medic in the RDF medics could result in double counting of first aid…

20-01-2012 1:49pm

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From a thread on joining the RDF

Maoltuile wrote: »

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Corps units are excellent choices if you have an interest in a certain field, or your 'real' job is related - for example, Dublin Fire Brigade medics joining the Medical Corps.

You don't require existing qualifications or experience to join, though an aptitude for the Corps speciality means (IMO) that you will get a lot more out of it.

This sparked a thought (rare enough event) What is the situation on being a member of the RDF if you are already a member of another "service"?

For instance, in emergency planning terms, having a Dublin Fire Brigade medic in the RDF medics could result in double counting of first aid resources.

I was a member of a mountain rescue team myself while also being an Infantry Sergeant.

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#2 22-01-2012 10:26pm

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Certain combinations are permitted, some are prohibited (e.g. Garda-RDF).

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