I need info on Navy coveralls. the history, occasion and authorized wear for both sexes.

Question

I need info on Navy coveralls. the history, occasion and authorized wear for both sexes.

Answer 1

Im not sure about the history but, i do believe they are phasing them out, except for submariners, and they are worn on occasions such as painting.

Answer 2

Not sure of the the history of coveralls, but when I came into the military they were not a part of the 'seabag'.  When I got to my squadron they issued them and they were only to be worn while working ( I'm an aircraft mechanic), and inside of the gates of the hangar.  A few years later, they were being issued and you must have your name, U.S. Navy, and your rank (collar), and usually a belt on when worn.  There were also authorized on the ship at all times.  They are authorized for both sexes, and worn the same by both sexes.

Coveralls

A fairly new uniform, simple blue coveralls have become the standard working uniform for all ranks at sea and in dirty, laborious environments ashore. Coveralls are not authorized for wear outside a naval installation, and typical local regulations dictate that coveralls are not authorized off of the pier, or outside the confines of an assigned workcenter ashore. Naval Officer's and Chief Petty Officer's coveralls are worn with gold insignia, khaki belt and a gold buckle, whereas sailors in paygrades E-6 and below wear coveralls with silver insignia, black belt and a silver buckle. "U.S. Navy" on the left and the wearer's surname on the right are worn embroidered. Rank insignia is worn on the collar. This uniform is worn with black boots for E-6 and below while optional brown boots for E-7 and above can be worn, although typically only for those of the aviation field. All Weather Coat, Utility Jacket or Peacoat can be worn. Coveralls are certified to be fire resistant. When assigned as the Uniform of the Day, a Plan of the Day/Plan of the week will state "Coveralls.".......