1. There is a part for everyone to
play.

2.  Total Defence was introduced in
1984 and was adapted from
Switzerland and Sweden.
Why did we adopt it ?
•Being young and small, we cannot afford to
maintain a regular armed forces.
•Wars are no longer limited to the battlefield.

3.  Total Defence is divided into 5 aspects.

4. Being operationally
ready in times of crisis.
Being able to meet all
kinds of challenges.
Deterring aggression.

5. •Macro level – The overview
Commitment to defence spending
Enables the SAF men to equip
and train itself

6. •Micro level – Our attitude, actions and responsibilities.
For MALES…
Keep fit for National Service and take
trainings seriously.
For FEMALES…
BE SUPPORTIVE !!

7. • Knowing what to do during
emergencies.
• Being vigilant and alert at
all times.

8. •Macro level – The overview
Provides for the safety and basic needs of
Singaporeans during emergencies and
wartimes.
Role of the Singapore Civil Defence Force
(SCDF).

9. CIVIL DEFENCE
•Micro level – Our attitude, actions and responsibilities.
Take part in civil
defence exercises. (Eg.
Water/food rationing,
public warning system,
bomb shelter)
Pick up life saving
skills.

10. Staying relevant and competitive through
rapid change and development.
Putting in place robust economic
systems that can continue to function in
times of crisis.

11. •Macro level – The overview
Stockpile essential
items. (Eg. Food & water
and having a system to
share resources between
private and public
sectors).
Sound economic policies
and a well-trained labour
force.

12. ECONOMIC DEFENCE
•Micro level – Our attitude, actions and responsibilities.
Lifelong
learning
Continual skills
upgrading

13. Singaporeans of all races
and religions work and live
together in harmony.
Helping fellow
Singaporeans.

14. oMacro level – The big picture
Racial and religious
tolerance.
Equal opportunities for
all.
The spirit of
volunteerinsm.

15. •Micro level – Our attitude, actions and responsibilities.
•Show tolerance and respect for one
another’s cultures, religions and
lifestyles.
•Show care and concern for the less
fortunate.

16. Having pride in, and being loyal and
committed to our country, Singapore.
Having the will, resolve (determination)
and resilience to overcome challenges.

17. Macro level – The big picture
Our loyalty and commitment to
Singapore.
Our confidence in Singapore’s
future.
Our will to stand up for our rights
and defend what is ours.

18. Micro level – Your attitudes, actions and responsibilities
Take pride in
being a
Singaporean.
Know our
history.

19. KEY MESSAGE !
Everyone can play a part in Total
Defence.
Always be ready to undertake any
challenges and opportunities in our path.
Stay vigilant and not be complacent.
To be ready and prepared at all times.
STAY POSITIVE !!

20.  NADIAH LING
 HILLARY WONG
 NUR AMELIA
 QUEENIE CHIA
 CHEE KAI SHAN