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reimbursement if a card has value attached at the end of the training cycle or receiving a discharge prior to completion of training.  >           >            c. The stored value card can be used at all Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) sites (barber shop, hair salon, clothing sales, and Post Exchange).  >           >            d. The stored value card has a default expiration date of 45 days from issue.  However, installations have the authority to adjust expirations dates to meet the requirements of their training mission.  If the expiration date needs to be adjusted, the unit commander will contact the local DFAS to make changes.  >           >            e. Upon arriving at the basic training company, commanders will ensure all Soldiers receive a briefing during the unit integration on the stored value card, how to use the card, where it can be used, and how to redeem balance upon graduation or separation.  >           >            f. The stored value card closeout will be added to the out processing checklist for all Soldiers graduating or separating from the installation. >           >            g. At no time will cadre or Drill Sergeants handle a Soldier’s stored value card.  >           >            h. Training will be provided to cadre during Drill Sergeant School, Company Commander and First Sergeant Course, Cadre Training Course; or the Pre-command Course.  >           >            i. Commanders will ensure all Soldiers liquidate their balances on their stored value cards prior to departure. >           >         __________________________________________________________________________________ >           >         Chapter 5  >         Safety/Health >           >         5-1.  Safety >           >            a. Conduct realistic training exercises within the bounds of an effective composite risk management program.  Before training, ensure the complete integration of composite risk management along with command approval prior to the event, then thoroughly brief all cadre and IET Soldiers on the risks associated with each specific training event/activity.  This will include identification of specific hazards and controls used to reduce the risk of accidents associated with the training event.  TSP composite risk assessment and unit risk assessment will be reviewed to verify the proper level of risk has been identified.  IET risk assessment will address all applicable safety procedures and potential accident producing conditions.  Emphasize unusual vehicle, water, weapons safety considerations, and environmental hazards in training areas prior to and during the training.  Training cadre is proactive and aggressive in reducing/preventing training injuries and fatalities.