U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Personnel Department

Uniform Division

Christopher E. Bonner DVC-PX Division Chief

Auxiliary Uniform Procurement Guide 4-8-08

Auxiliary Protocol Manual

Auxiliary Memorial Guide Book

Uniform Ordering

U.S. Coast Guard Uniform Distribution Center
1-800-874-6841 or (609) 861-1221

Uniform Distrubution Center

1. The Uniform Distribution Center (UDC) is pleased to announce the opening of the online web store. Mbrs can now order all uniform items the UDC offers 24/7 from anywhere in the world.

2.The web store can be accessed through the UDC home page at:

HTTP://WWW.USCG.MIL/UNIFORMS.

From this site, click on placing orders tab then click on uscg UDC web store tab in the online orders paragraph. First time web store users will need to complete a request form to gain access. The link to this form is located on the web store sign-on page. Once processed, an e-mail will be sent to the mbr with a user name and password. All regular forms of payment are accepted from individual active duty, reserve and auxiliary mbrs. At this time, unit and exchange orders cannot be processed through the web.

3. Please continue to refer to the udcs home page for product Information and updates.

Source: DVC Uniforms

The Uniform Division is responsible for receiving and disseminating information regarding uniforms. The Division ensures that all necessary information concerning the procurement, proper wear and maintenance of uniforms is accessible to all members of the Auxiliary.

The uniforms of all members are of utmost importance to the face of the Auxiliary. Every member in uniform represents the Auxiliary, and subsequently, Team Coast Guard. Our appearance not only reflects our pride in our organization, but affects the attitude of the public towards our mission.

Presently, the Uniform Division is endeavoring to launch the "How Do We Look?" Campaign. During this time, all members are encouraged by the Division to take some extra time to reflect on the significance of their uniforms and the importance of proper attire. Meetings, workshops, open forums and other instructive means are just some of the methods by which the Uniform Division will continue to work towards educating all members in the proper selection, and display, of his or her uniform. The goals of the campaign will give intimate insight into what this Division is about and what it intends to accomplish.

How Do We Look?

The US COAST GUARD AUXILIARY

Taking Pride in Our Appearance,
And in Our Appearance,
Reflecting Our Pride.

Christopher E. Bonner
Division Chief Uniforms (DVC-PX)

The "How Do We Look?" Campaign:

GOALS:

I. Revitalizing Core Values

TEAM Coast Guard
1. Pride - Pride in Our Organization - its purpose, its goals, its achievements.
2. Uniformity - Reflecting the Team . We must be Uniform in all aspect
3. Representation - The Coast Guard Auxiliary membership, as an integral part of the United States Coast Guard, has every responsibility to look just as sharp in uniform as any Coast Guard Officer would look.

II. Improving Our Appearance through Awareness

1. Getting Back to Basics

A. Coast Guard Auxiliary Manual COMDTINST.M16790 1.F - Uniform Chapters 10 & 11. - The most extensive and the most important resource for uniform protocol.

B. The Uniform Procurement Guide - Every Member should familiarize his/herself with the fundamentals of proper procurement, wearing and maintenance of uniforms.

2. Knowledge is Key

A. Workshops on National, Division and Flotilla Levels - Educational events designed to help Members express their ideas and their knowledge of Uniforms in an open forum and interactive setting.

B. Opening the Lines of Communication - All Members should become familiar with the proper ways to get their questions answered via the chain of leadership and management.

III. Universalizing Responsibility

1. Assisting- Fellow members to look their Best.
-Looking out for Improper Dress.
-Imparting What You Know.
2. Sharing-

- Ideas
- Suggestions

BASIC INFORMATION:

Key Resources for Members

Textual References:

1. Coast Guard Auxiliary Manual COMDTINST.M16790 1.F - Uniform Chapters 10 & 11.

2. The Uniform Procurement Guide

To Obtain an Auxiliary Manual, a hard copy of the Procurement Guide, or the

District Materials Center Order Form contact your FSO-MA.

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