Is the PHS uniform the same as the Navy uniform? Are Navy items approved for PHS officers?
The Public Health Service uniform is distinct from the Navy uniform because of the devices and components used. The PHS and Navy insignia and devices on the caps, shoulder boards, collar (khaki and winter blue), and sleeve (SDB) are service-specific. PHS Officers must be sure to ask for the PHS versions when purchasing uniform parts from Navy sources. The gold buttons on the SDB, SDW and formal PHS uniforms, as well as the combination cap, are made with the PHS Corps device and must be requested when ordering those uniforms. Finally, the chin strap for the PHS combination cap (for male officers and female officers at O-4 and below) is distinct from the Navy item.Most PHS uniform components like shirts, pants, shoes, ties, and jackets are the same as the Navy uniform items and can be purchased from Navy uniform sources. Navy items may be worn as basic components, with the appropriate PHS insignia and devices, except where the regulations specify that it has been excluded.
The Public Health Service uniform is distinct from the Navy uniform because of the devices and components used. The PHS and Navy insignia and devices on the caps, shoulder boards, collar (khaki and winter blue), and sleeve (SDB) are service-specific. PHS Officers must be sure to ask for the PHS versions when purchasing uniform parts from Navy sources. The gold buttons on the SDB, SDW and formal PHS uniforms, as well as the combination cap, are made with the PHS Corps device and must be requested when ordering those uniforms. Finally, the chin strap for the PHS combination cap (for male officers and female officers at O-4 and below) is distinct from the Navy item. Most PHS uniform components like shirts, pants, shoes, ties, and jackets are the same as the Navy uniform items and can be purchased from Navy uniform sources. Navy items may be worn as basic components, with the appropriate PHS insignia and devices, except where the regulations specify that it has been excluded. Not all Navy
