Dress Uniform

Also known as No.1's, worn by volunteers. Rank markings (if any) are worn on the epaulettes. The green shoulder flashes on the shoulders are county badges ( left shoulder as Gaeilge, right shoulder in English), while the orange one on the right shoulder is the international Civil Defence symbol.

Senior officers wear a peaked cap instead of a beret and shoes substituted for boots.

Working Uniform

The new working dress uniform was introduced in March 2007. It consists of the following items:

· A waterproof Jacket - Orange & Navy Class 3:2 waterproof and to EN471 Class 2 standard (EU High Visibility regulations).“Civil Defence” legend displayed on the front and back of the garment.

· A pair of Class 3:2 waterproof Trousers -Navy with hi viz tape.

· A High Visibility Orange vest to EN 471 certification. “Civil Defence” legend displayed on the front and back of the garment.

· A navy open necked short-sleeved shirt.

· A pair of navy combat Trousers.

· A leather belt with Civil Defence buckle.

· A cap