I have been told that P.P.E. items such as float coats, PFD's (inflatable and standard types), and anti-exposure suits are considered "non- unifrom items" and that they can be worn when not in uniform. Would it be appropriate to wear one of these items (with USCG Aux. markings) when not on official patrol, in uniform, etc. such as when boating for recreation?

Votes: 2

Chapter 10, section A.12 of the AuxMan (see below) applies, particularly where it states, "Auxiliarists may not wear any distinctive part of the uniform or official Auxiliary insignia with civilian clothing." - this applies to insignia on PPE as much as it does to insignia on civ clothes

A.12. Prohibited Occasions

     A scheduled patrol that might enter foreign territories.
     An approved SAR mission involving foreign borders or territories.
     A guest on a Coast Guard cutter or aircraft entering foreign territories.
     Visiting a foreign country as an Auxiliary representative on official business.

Wearing of the Auxiliary uniform or insignia without proper authority is a violation of law. Prohibited occasions are as follows:• Auxiliarists shall not wear the uniform in public places of dubious reputation where the uniform might be discredited or disgraced.
• Auxiliarists must never wear any Auxiliary uniform when engaged in political activities.
• Auxiliarists may not wear uniforms during paid employment or sports.
• Unless specifically authorized by the appropriate Coast Guard authority, Auxiliarists shall not wear uniforms into foreign countries. This authorization might be given in the following cases:• Unless a facility is on an authorized patrol, Auxiliarists shall not wear a uniform aboard an Auxiliary aircraft or vessel facility.
• Auxiliarists may not wear any distinctive part of the uniform or official Auxiliary insignia with civilian clothing.
• Home manufacture of uniforms is not authorized. Special measurement uniforms are available through the Uniform Distribution Center, Woodbine, NJ. (see Appendix J)

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