The units participate, usually annually, in the following exercises held in the Caribbean: Exercises TRADEWINDS, OCEAN VENTURE, DUTCH COMMANDO and FRENCH COMMANDO; these emphasize infantry and commando skills training. The units also participate in overseas exercises such as Exercise RED STRIPE/CALYPSO HOP with the British Army and Exercise NORTHERN/SOUTHERN ROYAL with the Royal Canadian Regiment.

The Jamaican soldier can expect to operate in the extremes, from jungle type conditions to urban areas.    The 58 pattern system is based on the layer principle and is  designed to provide the soldier with exactly the right degree of protection for the environment he is operating in.   The 58 pattern system includes:

• The US combat helmet – a light comfortable helmet with outstanding ballistic protection.
• Webbing – the webbing equipment is designed to provide a versatile carrying system, based on quick release buckles and easy to operate pouches.
• Layered body protection – starting with a T-shirt and camouflaged jacket and trousers.
• Combat boots – the latest combat boots provide a high level of comfort, allied to durability and excellent waterproofing.

The infantry units are affiliated with two allied regiments; in the UK – The Staffordshire Regiment (The Prince of Wales’s) and in Canada – the Royal Canadian Regiment.