e.g. is not an all inclusive statement (e.g. training was left out of that verbiage, but included earlier)
If I understand your example, you intend to travel w/in 3 days of your trip on the 29th, so not sure what your concern is. Bank is there for you to use as you see fit to\from Work
If nothing else, the self-scheduling option for booking tickets on PFC should set your concerns at ease.