If the MoD think that Bloggs the techie should routinely pick up a rifle and man a sangar
Due to the lack of man power, that is a reality unfortunately.
although, in extremity, Bloggs should be able to save his own skin and maybe that of the man next to him.
As should any serviceman or woman.
Proving a basic level of fitness goes some way of assuring the system that they are capable of that.
Extremity a few years ago may have been a rarity and been nothing more than the threat of Crazy Ivan over running the perimeter fence of Wildenrath but it is a more regular and real factor nowadays due to Tonys Terrific Tours around the globe.
I don't think anyone is asking the RAF to conduct a CFT or run an assault course every week.
Think about the savings. Not as much material will be required for uniforms.
