CADETS AND BADGERS
Female Cadets
IForeword I
These Dress Regulations must be strictly observed by all Cadets on individually and collectively, responsibility for the smartness of the. Bngade rests. The wearing of Brigade uniform is governed by General Regulation 92.
No deviation from the sealed patterns of uniform, clothing, equipment and badges is allowed. Badges of the Order of St. John, those worn on Brigade Uniform, are protected under the Chartered Associations (Venerable Order of St. John of Jerusalem) Protection Order, 1927, and the badges to which this Protection Order applies are badges made of any material whatsoever, bearing or consisting of, the device of a cross embellished in the four principal angles alternatively with a lion guardant and a unicorn passant whether or not the device is surrounded or accompanied by concentric circles or other decoration or by lettering.
IUniform Supplies I
Uniform supplies may be ordered from St. John Supplies, Priory House, St. John's Lane, London EC1 M 4DA, telephone 01-251 0004.
St. John units hold the catalogues and order forms to enable an order to be placed. Further copies are available upon request from the Officer/Member in Charge.
Please refer to the uniform catalogue for further information on the available items. Additional advice may be obtained by contacting St. John Supplies Salesline, telephone 01-251 0004.
Size charts, which are shown in the St. John Supplies uniform catalogue, should be used when ordering uniform garments or the paper patterns.
For ease of reference, Supplies product codes are shown against the items detailed in these Regulations. Please refer to these product codes when placing orders.
I General Instructions I
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL CADETS WEARING THE UNIFORM OF THE ST. JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE
1. All uniform must be worn smartly and correctly.
2. These Regulations describe current uniform. Old style uniform may continue to be worn as laid down in previous Dress Regulations until replacement is required.
3. Old style badges and rank markings may continue to be worn on old style uniforms, positioned and worn in accordance with current Dress Regulations.
4. Badges and Insignia must be correctly placed and neatly attached.
5. Accessories must be as described in these Regulations.
6. Jewellery with the exception of wedding rings, is NOT to be worn.
7. Hair is to be tidy and should not fall below the collar.
S. Boots and shoes are to be clean and well polished.
9. Nails must be short and clean. Nail varnish should not be worn. If make-up is worn it should be discreet.
10. On public transport, in the street and at outdoor duties and events the appropriate head-dress will be worn.
11. At indoor events the senior officer present will indicate whether or not head-gear is to be worn.
12. Officers in charge of duties will issue instructions in advance of such duties relating to the wearing by Cadets of any special uniform or clothing.
13. Mixed dress, partly uniform and partly plain clothes, must not be worn.
14. For safety, when in uniform after dark or in poor visibility a reflective cross belt or similarly visible item should be worn.
Home Dressmaking
Paper patterns and materials are available only for the grey nursing dress worn by Nursing Cadets.
Material only is available for the skirt.
[ Male Cadets [
V-Neck Sweater
100% pure new wool military type heavy black v-neck sweater with cotton shoulder and arm patches, built-in shoulder straps with button hole and plain black button. Made to defence quality. For positioning of badges see page 10.
Beret (U08200)
Black beret with badge B09500 worn above the left eye with the band horizontal all round approximately 2.5 cm (1 in ) above the eyebrows, the loose material pulled down to the right side. Size 6-7112 in
Socks
Plain black.
Shoes
Plain black.
U06900 (28-32 in ) U06901 (34-46 in )
Trousers (U80100)
Plain black, no turn-ups. Length to be adjusted so that lower edge of trouser leg is 2.5 cm (1 in.) from the ground. 28-44 in. waist sizes.
Shirt
Plain white with collar turnover stiffened. Long sleeves or short sleeves (see page 15).
Tie
Plain black, clip on style.
U50010 (cadet size) - 12 in. long
U02210 (adult size) - 18112 in long
Long sleeves
PRODUCTU06740 (14112-17112 in. collar)
U50300 (12112-14 in. collar)
Short sleeves U06728 (14112-17112 in. collar) U50350 (12112-14 in. collar)
First Aid Pack Pouch (U50500)
White plastic with black piping , worn on a white 2 in wide adjustable belt with clasp (U50020).
First Aid Pack (F50000) (Refill F80050)
3 No. 13 Dressings
1 Triangular Bandage BP
6 Safety Pins
6 Adhesive Dressings
On all occasions in uniform Cadets are to carry a First Aid Pack.
Hot Weather Order
Normal uniform without sweater White shirt with black tie; shirt sleeves to be folded flat 5 cm (2 in.) above the elbow or short sleeve shirt may be worn
A plain black belt or a 5 cm (2 in.) wide black elasticated belt with buckle (U08400) to be worn if trousers are not self supporting. Braces are not to be worn
Cloth badges of rank are to be worn on black slides over existing shoulder straps of shirt
Reflective Cross Belt (U08760)
Should be worn over uniform after dark or in poor visibility.
Cagoule
Three-quarter length, complete with built-in hood and front pocket. It folds to a tiny size into its own front pocket.
PRODUCT U80530 (S) (28-30 in )
U80530 (L) (32-34 in.)
U80531 (S) (36-38 in )
U80S31 (M) (40-42 in.)
U80531 (L) (44-46 in )
PRODUCT U06900 (28- 32 in ) U06901 (34-46 in )
POSITIONING OF BADGES (V-neck Sweater)
To correspond with positions in Adult Dress Regulations, position numbers 1, 5, 6, 7, 9 and 11 have been omitted
2 Right arm -a County Flash and Emblem (see page 19)
Left arm -b Proficiency Badge (see page 19) OR c Grand Prior's Badge (see page 19)
1 cm (1/2 in.) from top of badge to shoulder seam
Top of County Emblem to touch base of flash
3. A Certificate of Honour Emblem (see page 20)
B Meritorious Service Certificate Emblem (see page 20)
C Duke of Edinburgh s Award Badge (see page 20)
D Special Service Shield (see page 20)
Life Saving Medal Ribbon (below all other badges)
Base of badges or ribbon to be 1 cm (1/2 in ) from top of badge in position 10
Only two of Badges A to D may be worn at one time
A and B are always to be placed to the left of badge C and D and C to the left of badge D
4 Right arm -a Lord Lieutenant's Badge
b Super Badger Badge (see page 21 )
c National Competition Winner Badge (see page 21 )
d Band Badge (see page 21 )
Left arm -e Service Badge (see page 20)
Badge centred half-way between bottom of badge in Position 2 and base of patch
8. Rank Markings (see page 18)
Cadet Leader and NCO rank markings on slides to fit over shoulder straps
10. Cadet Badge (see page 19)
Base of badge in line with armpit seam
IFemale Cadets I
Grey Nursing Dress
Light grey polyester/cotton of approved shade, cut on "princess" line with soft collar. Centre front concealed zip fastening. One slanting applied patch pocket on each side front panel, with small scissor pocket concealed in right hand pocket. Depth of hem should be 5 cm (2 in.), length not shorter than 2.5 cm (1 in.) below the knee. Full length sleeve, sleeve opening fastened by press studs. One button (810800) to be sewn on each cuff placket 2.5 cm (1 in.) up from end of sleeve. Waist belt with stiffened interlining, 5 cm (2 in.) wide with one end mitred and closed with metal hook and bar fastening. Commencement of mitre to be in line with dress zip fastener.
For positioning of badges see page 14.
PRODUCT U07605 (26-32 in.) U04005 (32-44 in )
Spare belt U00510 (24-44 in waist)
100% pure new wool military type heavy black v-neck sweater with cotton shoulder and arm patches, built-in shoulder straps with button hole and plain black button Made to defence quality.
For positioning of badges see page 10.
PRODUCT U06900 (28-32 in.) U06901 (34-46 in )
Skirt
Black polyester. All seams plain and flat. Back zip and fastening. Length not shorter than 2.5 cm (1 in.) below the knee. Waist sizes 22-30 in. in 2 in. steps.
PRODUCT U50100 (22-30 in.)
Shirt
Plain white, collar turnover stiffened. Long or short sleeves (see page 15).
Long sleeves PRODUCT U06725 (32-44 in.)
U50400 (28-30 in.)
Short sleeves U06726 (32-44 in.) U50450 (28-30 in.)
Tie
Plain black bow tie of authorised material and pattern.
Indoor Cap
American-type cap, white polyester/cotton. 7.5 cm (3 in.) turn back with 2.5 cm (1 in.) black cross embroidered in the centre. Right side button over left side.
An alternative is the disposable paper cap, 6.34 cm (21/2 in.) turn back with 2.5 cm (1 in.) black cross printed on the bottom centre. Right side folds over left side onto a stud or self locking.
Outdoor Hat
Of similar pattern to indoor cap, made from black polyester/cotton with red quilted lining. White corded silk ribbon 0.5 cm (1/4 in.) placed centrally across 7.5 cm (3 in.) turnback.
Badge B09500 sewn at centre front.
Tights or Socks
Shoes
white socks.
Black laced or plain. Heels not to exceed 5 cm (2 in.) in height, the heel base not less than 2.5 cm (1 in.).
Handbag
Must be black, is not to be carried on ceremonial occasions. A regulation shoulder-bag with adjustable sling strap is available from Supplies.
First Aid Pack (F50000) (Refill FB0050)
3 No. 13 Dressings
1 Triangular Bandage BP
6 Safety Pins
6 Adhesive Dressings
On all occasions in uniform, Cadets are to carry a First Aid Pack.
Hot Weather Order
Grey Nursing Dress with sleeves rolled up. Elbow Frills (U80520) may be worn.
An alternative is skirt or trousers without sweater. White shirt with black tie, shirt sleeves to be folded flat 5 cm (2 in.) above the elbow or short sleeve shirt may be worn. Cloth badges of rank on black slides, are worn over existing shoulder straps of shirt.
Reflective Cross Belt (UOB760)
Should be worn over uniform after dark or in poor visibility.
Cagoule
Three-quarter length, complete with built-in hood and front pocket. It folds to a tiny size into its own front pocket.
U80530 (S) (28-30 in ) U80530 (L) (32-34 in.)
(S) (36-38 in )
(L) (44-46 in )
