21st Century U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Manuals: Uniform Regulations - Insignia, Appearance, Grooming, Components, Fully Illustrated (CD-ROM)

This unique electronic book on CD-ROM has a complete reproduction of the U.S. Coast Guard manual, Uniform Regulations (CIM 1020.6F), 222 pages. In addition, as a bonus, there are reproductions of over 160 vital U.S. Coast Guard Commandant Instruction Manuals covering personnel, operations and readiness, management, and Coast Guard missions. This Manual provides descriptions of all authorized U.S. Coast Guard uniforms and components, and guidance for all Coast Guard activities prescribing uniform wear in order to present a consistent Coast Guard image worldwide. These regulations define the composition of authorized uniforms and appearance standards. Coast Guard uniforms are distinctive visual evidence of the authority and responsibility vested in their wearer by the United States. The prescribing authority determines when and where the uniforms in this Manual are appropriate for wear. Coast Guard personnel must present a proud, professional, and consistent appearance that will reflect positively on the individual, the Coast Guard, and the United States. All personnel will comply with these regulations and serve as a positive example (a mentor) for the proper wearing of Coast Guard uniforms. Exemplary military appearance should be the norm for uniformed personnel. Optional uniform items are items that are officially recognized and authorized to be worn, but are not required to be owned by members. For example, the wooly pully sweater and the Service Dress Blue skirt are optional uniform items. The purpose for specifying some items as optional is to provide some flexibility of choice and individual comfort, while minimizing the cost incurred by individuals or the Government if all were required. Since members are not required to have optional items, those items may not be specified for wear by prescribing authorities. Additionally, optional items may not be appropriate for wear on all occasions or in all locations. Some restrictions on wear may be set by prescribing officials, who are responsible for determining appropriate uniforms for the various seasons, functions, and situations in their region. Contents include: General Uniform Policy, General Information, Authority to Prescribe, Coast Guard Uniform Board, Appearance and Grooming, Military Appearance, Grooming Standards, Uniforms, Uniform Requirements, Uniforms and Components, Individual Uniform Items, Grade and Rank Insignia, Qualification Insignia, Devices, and Badges, Nametags and Nametapes, Medals, Ribbons, and Awards, Sword and Sword Accessories, Brassards and Armbands, Military Funeral Honors, Wedding Attire, Graduation Ceremonies, Military Uniform Equivalents, Special Uniforms and Clothing, Ceremonial Uniforms, Duty as an Aide, Adjutant, or Executive Assistant, Special Program Uniforms, Organizational Clothing, U. S. Coast Guard Tartan, Uniform Ordering and Uniform Care, Uniform Ordering, Uniform Care and Maintenance, Uniform Fitting and Alteration, Uniform Fitting, Body Measurements, Special Measurement Clothing, Men s Fitting Guide, Women s Fitting Guide, Unisex Fitting Guide, Uniform Appearance Problems.