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Section 1. GENERAL
2-1. Basis of Issue mal winter conditions, 65 to 70 pounds is the
a. As used in this manual, individual cloth- maximum weight a man can normally wear
ing and equipment are those items issued or and carry and still be effective on reaching his
sold to a soldier for his personal use, and in- destination.
clude certain organizational equipment utilized b. The weight of individual clothing and
by the individual. The basis of issue of cold equipment is covered in appendix E. Com-
weather clothing and equipment may be found manders should give particular attention to
in TA 50-901. Mandatory items of personal additional organizational equipment required
clothing are listed in AR 70084001. for a given operation. Some of the more com-
b. The U.S. Army, through continuous re- mon items are also listed in appendix E. Since
search and development, endeavors to main- the individual soldiers combat load in cold
tain the best clothing and equipment in the weather operations exceeds that of a temperate
world. When properly fitted and properly util- climate load by more than 20 pounds, these
ized this clothing will provide adequate pro- organizational items (such as binoculars, com-
tection from the elements and will enable passes, radios and batteries, pioneer tools, crew
trained, well disciplined troops to carry out served weapons, etc. ) become major consider-
year-round field operations under cold weather ations and must be included at all levels of
conditions, wherever they may be encountered. planning.
c. To utilize fully the protection afforded by c. In addition to the individual combat load,
the present standard cold weather clothing and another 45 to 55 pounds of clothing and equip-
equipment, it is necessary to understand the ment is required for the protection and com-
principle involved and the correct function of fort of each individual under conditions of ex-
each item. This chapter covers basic principles treme cold. Transportation must be provided
and provides general guidance on the purpose for this additional load whenever possible.
and use of cold weather clothing and equip- d. The commander must take positive action
ment. to insure that a balance exists between what
the individual is wearing and what he is
2-2. Commander's Responsibilities required to carry in the way of equipment. He
a. Many factors will influence the command- must also insure that troops dress as lightly
ers decision as to what items of clothing and as possible consistent with the weather in
equipment his troops should wear or carry. order to reduce the danger of excessive per-
These include the weather, mission at hand, spiring and subsequent chilling. The complete
actual duties to be performed, overall physical cold-wet or cold-dry uniform for the applica-
condition of individuals and their degree of ble environmental conditions must be readily
proficiency. If a movement is involved he must available. A large proportion. of cold weather
consider the distance to be traveled, the casualties results from too few clothes being
method of travel, and how the troops will be available to individuals when a severe change
fed en route, if applicable. If the movement is in the weather occurs. Because of the differ-
on foot, he must bear in mind that under nor- ences in individual metabolism, commanders
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must not be arbitrary in delineating strict muddy and slushy. During these periods troops
uniform requirements, but must allow some should wear clothing which consists of a
personal choice of undergarments. water-repellent, wind-resistant outer layer and
inner layers with sufficient insulation to pro-
2-3. Cold Weather Conditions vide ample protection in moderately cold
The use of cold weather clothing is affected weather (above 14F.).
by two types of weather conditions: wet and b. Dry Conditions. Cold-dry conditions occur
dry. These conditions are amplified by humid- when average temperatures are lower than
ity coupled with temperature and wind veloc- 14F. The ground is usually frozen and snow
ity; high humidity (wet conditions), low is usually dry, in the form of fine crystals.
humidity (dry conditions). Strong winds cause low temperatures to seem
a. Wet Conditions. Cold-wet conditions occur colder and increase the need for protection of
when temperatures are near freezing and vari- the entire body (windchill) (fig. F-1). During
ations in day and night temperatures cause these periods, troops should have available
alternate freezing and thawing. This freezing additional insulating layers of clothing. This is
and thawing is often accompanied by rain and particularly true when entering static situa-
wet snow, causing the ground to become tions form a period of strenuous exercise.
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b. Cold-Dry.
(1) Inner Layer. Same as cold-wet.
(2) Intermediate Layer. The wool OG
shirt is worn as the basic upper body
garment. The wind resistant sateen
trousers with the quilted nylon liner
are worn as the basic lower body gar-
ment. In extreme cold weather, the
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The parka is a three-quarter length, ener on the back. A neck strap is
unlined coat with adjustable cuffs. attached to both mittens to prevent
It has a combination slide and snap loss. The neck strap permits the
fastener front fly closure, waist and mittens, when not required for
hem drawcords and a split lower warmth, to be conveniently carried
back. The parka has a detachable snapped together behind the back.
quilted nylon liner. The arctic mitten set is carried
(4) Headgear. Same as cold-wet. whenever there is the possibility of
(5) Handwear. See c below. the onset of severe cold weather,
(6) Footwear. See d below. regardless of the mildness of the
c. Handwear. weather when setting out.
(1) Gloves. (3) Utilization.
(a) Standard black leather gloves are (a) The general rules concerning the
worn in mild weather or when use of clothing apply also to hand-
work must be done that requires wearkeep it clean, avoid over-
more freedom of finger movement heating, wear loose in layers, and
than can be acquired with heavier keep it dry.
handwear. In colder weather the (b) The outer shells should always be
same gloves are worn with wool in- worn with the minimum insulation
serts (fig. 2-5). Gloves may be necessary to provide protection,
worn with either the cold-wet or thus avoiding perspiration. Inserts
cold-dry uniforms when the should never be worn by themselves
weather is not cold enough to re- because they wear out quickly and
quire the use of mittens. provide little warmth alone. Trig-
(b) Personnel engaged in delicate fin- ger finger inserts are designed to
ger operations, such as instrument fit either hand. Changing them to
adjustment may be issued light- opposite hands frequently will in-
weight cotton work gloves. These sure even wear.
gloves allow for finger dexterity, (c) Tight fitting sleeves should be
have leather palms, and prevent avoided. They may cut down cir-
the skin from sticking to cold culation and cause hands to be-
metal. They will provide protection come cold.
against cold for only a very short (d) When handling cold metals, the
period. hands should be covered to prevent
(2) Mittens. cold burns (immediate freezing of
(a) The trigger finger mitten shells the flesh in contact with cold
(fig. 2-5), are worn with wool trig- soaked metals).
ger finger inserts during periods of (e) To keep hands warm when wear-
moderate cold. The mittens may be ing mittens, the fingers should be
worn with either the cold-wet or curled (inside the mittens) against
cold-dry uniform. Figure 2-5 the palm of the hand, thumb under-
shows the Standard B mitten. The neath the fingers, or flexed inside
Standard A item, although identi- the mitten whenever possible to in-
cal in outward appearance has had crease the blood circulation. Hands
the trigger finger loop deleted and may be exercised by swinging the
is lined on the inside upper surface arms in a vertical circle. Frost-
with lightweight quilted nylon. bitten hands can be warmed by
(b) During periods of extreme cold the placing them next to the skin un-
arctic mitten set is worn (fig. 2-5). der the armpits.
The mitten has a liner, a leather (f) An extra pair of mitten inserts
palm, a cheek warmer and a fast- should be carried.
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d. Footwear. boots all require muscular action,
(1) General. The feet are more vulner- produces heat, and will help keep
able to cold than are other parts of the feet warm. The feet should be
the body. Cold attacks feet most often massaged when changing the
because they get wet easily (both ex- socks.
ternally and from perspiration) and (e) Boots are designed to permit at-
because circulation is easily re- tachment to individual oversnow
stricted. Footgear is therefore one of equipment (skis and snowshoes).
the most important parts of cold BINDINGS MUST BE AD-
weather clothing. JUSTED CAREFULLY. If they
(2) Principles. are too tight, the circulation of
(a) The rule of wearing clothing loose blood is restricted and feet will get
and in layers also applies to foot- cold. Improperly adjusted bindings
gear. The layers are made up by may soon chafe feet or badly wear
the boot itself and by the socks. and tear the boot.
Socks are worn in graduated sizes.
The instructions pertaining to fit- (3) T ypes.
ting of footgear, as outlined in TM (a) Boot, insulated, cold weather:
10-228, must be carefully adhered mens, rubber, black. These boots
to. If blood circulation is re- (l, fig. 2-6) are particularly useful
stricted, the feet will be cold. in snow, slush, mud, and water
Socks, worn too tightly, might (cold-wet conditions), but are not
easily mean freezing of the feet. adequate for prolonged wear in
For the same reason: AVOID temperatures below 20 F. They
LACING FOOTGEAR TIGHTLY. are specifically designed for com-
(b) Since the feet perspire more read- bat personnel who may not have
ily than any other part of the body, the opportunity to frequently
the rules about avoiding overheat- change to dry socks. Insulating
ing and keeping dry are difficult to material is hermetically sealed into
follow. Footgear is subjected to be- the sides and bottoms of the boots.
coming wet more often than are The insulation takes the place of
other items of equipment. The in- removable innersoles and the sec-
sulated boots with release valve ondary layer of socks worn in other
(white, cold-dry and black, cold- types of cold weather boots. Pers-
wet) are designed to contain pers- piration from the feet and water
piration within the interior of the spilling over the tops of the boots
boots. A change of dry socks should cannot reach the insulating mater-
be carried at all times. Whenever ial because it is sealed-in and al-
the feet get wet, dry as soon as ways remains dry. Moisture from
possible and put on a pair of dry outside sources or from perspira-
socks. Also, the inside of the boots tion may make the socks damp;
should be wiped as dry as possible. this dampness is not harmful to
(c) Footgear should be kept clean. the feet, provided they receive
Socks should be changed when they proper care such as frequent dry-
become dirty. Socks and feet should ing and massaging. If socks are not
be washed frequently. This washing changed and feet dried regularly
will help keep feet and socks in (at least twice daily) the skin be-
good condition. comes softened and is more readily
(d) The feet should be exercised. chaffed or blistered. These effects
Stamping the feet, double-timings are occasionally mistaken for su-
few steps back and forth, and flex- perficial frostbite. Only one pair of
ing and wiggling toes inside the cushion-sole socks are worn with
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the boots. Additional socks should for use during severe windchill conditions. The
not be worn as the feet may become mask must be removed at intervals to check
cramped, resulting in restricted for frostbite.
blood circulation and cold feet. b. A certain amount of protection can be
(b) Boot, insulated, cold weather: gained by covering as much of the face as
mens, rubber, white, w/release possible with a wool scarf. It may be adjusted
valve. The insulated white boot (2, from time to time, and should be rotated when
fig. 26 ) is designed for wear in the section opposite the mouth and nose be-
cold-dry conditions and will pro- comes covered with frost. The frozen end
tect the feet in temperatures as low should be left outside the coat or parka. The
as 60 F. The boots have a seam- scarf, like the mask, must be removed at in-
less inner and outer carcass, sealed tervals to check for frostbite.
insulation, and an outside air re-
lease valve used to compensate for 2-10. Camouflage Clothing
air differentials. The white boots a. Winter camouflage clothing (overwhites)
are worn over one pair of cushion consists of white trousers and lightweight
sole socks. The air release valve parka with hood. White covers are also issued
provides airborne troops a means for the rucksacks.
of equalizing external and internal
air pressures when undergoing ex- b. Camouflage clothing provides a means of
treme changes in altitude. This concealment and camouflage from the enemy
valve must remain closed at all both from the ground and from the air-
other times to prevent the possi- in winter conditions. Use of the white cam-
bility of introducing any amount ouflage clothing is, however, dependent on the
of moisture into the insulation of background; generally speaking, on vegetation
the boot and rendering it perma- and the amount of snow on the ground. The
nently unserviceable. complete white suit (fig. 6-26) is worn when
terrain is covered with snow. Mixed clothing
2-9. Nose and Cheek Protectors and Masks (fig. 6-27 )white parka and dark trousers,
a. The Mask, Cold Weather may be issued or vice versais used against mottled back
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grounds. The correct use of camouflage cloth- turned in for replacement as soon as
ing is extremely important (para 6-22). possible. The inside of the boots
c. Overwhites may become frosty and icy should be washed at least once a
after use. As with all clothing, the frost and month with a mild soap, and rinsed
ice must be removed to expedite drying. Soiled with warm water.
camouflage clothing will lose its effectiveness; Caution: Do not clean with abra-
therefore, care must be exercised when han- sive materials. Also do not apply
dling stoves, digging in ground, and perform- polish or paint to any part of the boot
ing similar tasks. Avoid scorching or burning as it will result in deterioration of
the garments when drying or when lying down the rubber.
by an open fire. The clothing should be washed (2) Socks. Socks should be washed daily,
or changed frequently. When changing, cloth- using lukewarm water to avoid ex-
ing should be checked to insure that it fits cessive shrinkage. After washing,
over the basic garments without restricting they should be wrung out and
movement. stretched to natural shape before
drying. Holes in socks should be re-
2-11. Maintenance of Clothing and paired as soon as possible, taking
Equipment special precautions to avoid bunching
a. Footgear. or roughness of the mended area. It
(1) Boots. The leather in boots should be should be noted that proper repairs
treated with approved agents. Nor- under field conditions are almost im-
mally, the insulated boot can be re- possible and that blisters should be
paired with ordinary tire patching or expected if field mended socks are
air mattress patching material. If worn.
these items are not readily available, b. Handgear. Holes should be mended
friction tape or even chewing gum promptly. Gloves or mittens should not be
may be used temporarily to plug up dried too near an open fire.
the hole and prevent moisture from c. Headgear. Headgear should be washed as
damaging the insulation. If the dam- required to remove perspiration, dirt, and hair
age cannot be repaired, the boots oils. When drying, normal care must be exer-
should be removed, airdried, and cised to avoid scorching or burning.
2-12. Sleeping Equipment the foot with the loops and tie straps provided
a. The complete sleeping bag for use in cold and the cover laced over the outer bag.
climates consists of three parts: a case, of c. When the bag is used, it is first fluffed up
water-repellent material; an inner bag (moun- so that the down and feather insulation is
tain type), of quilted tubular construction, evenly distributed in channels, thus preventing
filled with a mixture of down and feathers; matting. Since cold penetrates from below,
and an outer bag (arctic bag), of the same and the insulation inherent in the bag is com-
material as the inner bag. In addition, an in- pressed by the weight of the body, additional
sulating air mattress and a waterproof bag insulation is placed under the bag whenever
into which the sleeping bags are packed are possible. Added insulation can be obtained by
issued. placing ponchos, extra clothing, backboards,
fiber ammunition or food containers, or
b. When temperatures are normally above boughs between the sleeping bag and the
14 F., only one bag is used. It is placed in and ground. The insertion of a waterproof cover,
laced to the cover. When temperatures are be- such as a poncho, between the sleeping bag
low 14 F., both bags are used. The inner bag and air mattress will prevent the mattress
is placed inside the outer bag and secured at and bag from freezing together at very cold
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temperatures. This is caused by condensation 2-13. Manpack Equipment
on the mattress due to the difference in tem- a. Rucksack-Nylon, OG 106 (fig. 2-7).
peratures between the lower side touching the (1) The nylon rucksack consists of the
ground and the upper side touching the rela- following:
tively warm sleeping bag. Care must be taken (a) A lightweight aluminum alloy
to prevent puncturing the mattress or damag- frame to which all other compo-
ing sleeping bags. In general, the more insula- nents are attached.
tion between the sleeping bag and the ground,
the warmer the body. (b) A lightweight aluminum alloy
cargo support shelf provided as op-
d. If the tactical situation permits, individ- tional equipment for attachment to
uals should avoid wearing too many clothes in the frame when the frame is used
the sleeping bag. When too many clothes are as a packboard.
worn they tend to bunch up, especially at the (c) A pouch fabricated from 4-ounce
shoulders, thereby restricting circulation and nylon fabric.
inducing cold. Too many clothes also increase (d) Nylon left and right shoulder
the bulk and place tension upon the bag, thus straps. The left shoulder strap has
decreasing the size of the insulating airspaces a quick-release device designed to
between layers and reducing the efficiency of facilitate rapid doffing of the ruck-
the insulation. In addition, too many clothes sack. The right shoulder strap has
may cause the soldier to perspire and result in a rapid adjustment buckle for
excessive moisture accumulating in the bag, a lengthening the strap which allows
condition which will likewise reduce the bags the wearer to fire his rifle while in
insulating qualities. the prone position. The two straps
e. The sleeping bag is equipped with a full are interchangeable to accommo-
length slide fastener which has a free run- date left-handed soldiers.
ning, nonlocking slider. In an emergency, the (e) A nylon webbing waist belt de-
bag can be opened quickly by grasping both signed to prevent the rucksack
sides of the opening near the top of the slide from swinging to either side or
fastener and pulling the fastener apart. As a bouncing during body movements.
safety precaution, bags should be tested at (f) A rifle carrier consisting of a rifle
frequent intervals to insure that the slide fast- butt pocket, constructed of nylon
webbing, with a double hook and
ener operates freely and will function properly. a rifle strap.
f. The sleeping bag should be kept clean (2) The nylon rucksack is the normal
and dry. It should be opened wide and venti- pack equipment used for operations
lated after use to dry out the moisture that in northern areas and replaces the
accumulates from the body. Whenever possi- rucksack, with frame (Standard C).
ble, it should be sunned or aired in the open. It should be noted that this item may
The bag always should be laced in its water- be issued in lieu of the nylon ruck-
repellent case and carried in the waterproof sack. It should also be noted that the
bag to prevent snow from getting on it. The plywood packboard may be issued in
warmth of the body could melt the snow dur- lieu of the nylon rucksack. The sol-
ing the night and cause extreme discomfort. dier using the rucksack can carry ex-
Individuals should avoid breathing into the tra clothing and rations in the nylon
bag. If the face becomes too cold it should be pouch and can also carry one sleep-
covered with an item of clothing. Sleeping ing bag (in waterproof bag). When
bags should be drycleaned at least twice a the nylon pouch is removed and cargo
year. As a safety precaution, bags should be support shelf attached, the rucksack
thoroughly aired prior to use to prevent possi- may be used as a packboard for car-
ble asphyxiation from entrapped drycleaning rying loads weighing approximately
solvent fumes. 50 pounds (TC 10-8).
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b. Suspenders and Belt, Individual Equip- protective case to avoid scratching or breaking
ment. The suspenders and belt of the M-56 the lens. If sunglasses are lost or broken, a
standard load-carrying equipment is worn be- substitute can be improvised by cutting thin,
neath the nylon rucksack to carry ammunition 3 cm (l) long slits through a scrap of wood
pouches, first aid or compass case, and the or cardboard approximately 15 cm (6) long
entrenching tool. The suspenders and belt and 3 cm ( 1 ) wide. The improvised sun-
should be adjusted to fit loosely over the cold glasses (fig. 2-8 ) can be held on the face with
weather clothing, to allow for proper ventila- strips of cloth if a cord is not available.
tion. The suspender belt combination is de- b. Canteens.
signed so that the belt can be worn unbuckled (1) Canteen, water; cold climatic (fig.
while on the march, if additional ventilation 2-9), This canteen is a vacuum-in-
is required. sulated canteen of one quart capacity
2-14. Miscellaneous Equipment with an unpainted dull finish steel
exterior. The inner and outer stain-
a. Sunglasses, Sunglasses always should be less steel vessels are welded together
worn on bright days when the ground is cov- at the top of the neck. A nonmetallic
ered with snow. They are designed to protect mouthpiece at the neck prevents lips
the eyes against sunglare and blowing snow. from freezing to the metal neck. A
If not used, snow blindness may result. They plastic cap seals and protects the
should be used when the sun is shining mouthpiece. A nesting type metal cup
through fog or clouds, A bright, cloudy day is with a capacity of one pint is pro-
deceptive and can be as dangerous to the eyes vided for eating and drinking bever-
as a day of brilliant sunshine. The sunglasses ages. The canteen with cup is carried
should be worn to shade the eyes from the in a canvas cover which fastens to
rays of the sun that are reflected by the snow. field equipment in a manner similar
Snow blindness is similar to sunburn, in that to the conventional canteens. Care
a deep burn may be received before discomfort must be taken to insure that the
is felt. To prevent snow blindness, sunglasses mouthpiece or cap are not lost. A
must be used from the start of exposure. sharp blow to the canteen may result
Waiting for the appearance of discomfort is in denting or rupture with conse-
too late. The risk of snow blindness is in- quent loss of insulating capabilities.
creased at high mountain altitudes because the (2) Conventional metal and plastic can-
clear air allows more of the burning rays of teens. Conventional canteens are car-
sunlight to penetrate the atmosphere. When ried in a fabric carrier; however,
not being used, they should be carried in the this will not keep the liquid in the
canteen from freezing in extreme
cold. When possible, the canteen
should be carried in one of the pock-
ets or wrapped in any woolen gar-
ment and packed in the rucksack. If
available, warm or hot water should
be placed in the canteen before start-
ing an operation. During extreme
cold the canteen should never be filled
over two-thirds full. This will allow
room for expansion if ice should
form, and will prevent the canteen
from rupturing. Insure that the gask-
ets are in the cap at all times. This is
an important precaution and will pre-
vent the liquid from leaking out and
dampening the clothing in the ruck-
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sack. Conventional thermos bottles d. Emergency Kit. It is recommended that
will keep liquids hot, or at least un- all personnel carry an emergency kit for use
frozen for approximately 24 hours, in individual survival. With this kit, an indi-
depending on temperatures. If can- vidual can survive off the land by trapping
teens or thermos bottles freeze, they and fishing- and can procure the minimum
should be thawed out carefully to pre- amount of food necessary to maintain his
vent bursting. The top should be strength for a short period of time.
opened and the contents allowed to (1) 1 each emergency thong.
melt slowly. (2) 1 each sharp pocketknife.
(3) Single-edge razor blades.
c. Pocket Equipment. There are several (4) Waterproof matches.
small items that should be carried in the (5) Safety pins.
pockets so they will be readily available for (6) Fishing line.
use. Having these items when they are needed (7) Fire starters.
will contribute to the well-being of individuals (8) Salt tablets.
and help prevent injuries. A good sharp (9) High protein candy bars.
pocketknife is an essential item. It is useful for (10) Bouillon cubes.
cutting branches, in shelter construction, in
repairing ski bindings, and numerous other 2-15. Steel Helmet
tasks. Waterproof matches should be carried The steel helmet may be worn during warm
and kept in the watertight matchbox and used periods in cold areas in the same manner as in
only in an emergency. They should never be moderate climates. During cold periods it is
used when ordinary matches and lighters will normally worn over the Cap, Insulating Hel-
function. Sunburn preventive cream will pro- met Liner-Helmet. The helmet may also be
tect the skin from bright, direct sunshine, worn under the winter hood.
from sunrays reflected by the snow, and from
strong winds. The chapstick will prevent lips 2-16. Protective Mask
from chapping or breaking due to cold weather a. The Mask, Protective, Field, M17 is the
or strong winds. The chapstick should be pro- Army standard protective mask. Information
tected from freezing. The emergency thong on this mask can be found in TM 3-4240-
has numerous uses, such as lashing packs, re- 202-15. TM 3-4240-202-15, describes the
placing broken bootlaces, and repairing ski winterization measures for the M17 Mask. In
and snowshoe bindings. addition to the wearing of tinted antiglare
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outserts for the plastic lenses, this kit pro- that the facepiece of the protective mask will
vides for winterization inlet and nosecup not protect the face from the cold and that,
valves together with an ice prefilter. This al- in fact, the opposite is true. The danger of
lows the standard mask to be worn at tem- frostbite increases when the mask is worn.
peratures down to 50 F. with the M6A2 d. The three automatic atropine injections
hood. of 2 mg each, carried as accessories during
b. The protective mask may be worn in moderate temperature conditions, are carried
moderately cold weather in the same manner in a pocket of the protective mask carrier. In
as in moderate climates. When the mask is cold weather (40 F. and below), the injectors
used in extreme cold, the rubber facepiece will be removed from the carrier and placed
should be warm enough to make it pliable in the inside of the right-hand pocket of the
when it is adjusted to the wearers face. One OG shirt, where body temperature will pre-
method of keeping the mask warm is to carry vent freezing.
it inside the outer garments and next to the 2-17. Body Armor
body. It is also recommended that the mask be
kept inside the sleeping bag during the night. Standard issue body armor may be worn
On removing the mask, any moisture on the with either of the cold weather uniforms.
face should be wiped off immediately to pre- When worn with the cold-wet uniform it is
vent frostbite. After drying the face, the face- worn over the OG shirt and under the coat
piece of the mask should be thoroughly dried and liner. When worn with the cold-dry uni-
to prevent freezing of moisture inside the form it is worn over the OG shirt and under
mask. The rubber cover of the outlet valve the coat and liner or the parka and liner. Al-
should also be raised and the valve, surround- though the body armor is worn primarily for
ing area, and the inside of the cover wiped dry protection against shell and mortar fragments,
to prevent the outlet valve from icing. it may provide additional environmental pro-
tection for the user; however, because of the
c. If it becomes necessary to wear the mask weight, armor should be worn only for its
for protection against chemical agents during primary purpose and not for additional
extreme cold weather, troops must be advised warmth.
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