The EDIPI is a ten-digit number located in the barcode on the back of the card and in the integrated circuit chip embedded in the card itself. The first 9 digits are assigned unique numbers with the 10th digit being a check digit for the identifier. The EDIPI can be used as a unique person identifier.
In a British infantry battalion there are 3 rifle companies, 1 support company, 1 HQ company. Each rifle company is split into 3 platoons, and a HQ element. Each platoon is then split into 3 Sections of 8 men. Thee platoon is led by the platoon commander which is normally a 2nd lieutenant or lieutenant and a platoon sergeant.
Squad (Sergeant) - 9 to 10 soldiers Platoon (Lieutenant) - 16 to 44 soldiers Company (Captain) - 62 to 190 soldiers Battalion (Lt Col) - 300 to 1,000 soldiers Brigade (Colâ¦onel) - 3,000 to 5,000 solders Division (Maj General) - 10,000 to 15,000 soldiers (MORE)