Flag Orders: Sea Org Uniform Series

Uniform Types (Series 1 FO 3883)

Lists and describes multiple classes of uniforms (Dress Blues, Working Blues, Dress/Working Whites, Service Org Blue-Greys, Ceremonials, Jump Suits, Gym Suits, Business Civvies, and Boiler Suits for the Rehabilitation Project Force). Specifies clothing items for men and women, down to socks, ties, belts, and shoes.

Uniforms for Day and Foundation Orgs (Series 1-1 FO 3883-1)

Differentiates Sea Org Day and Foundation service units; Foundation staff wear a light powder-blue shirt with "Working Blue-Greys" (Uniform F) instead of the standard white shirt.

Specialist Uniforms: Estates (Series 1-2 FO 3883-2)

Details "Uniform J" for Estates personnel including white uniforms for cooks and stewards, and separate white uniforms for cleaners and laundry personnel, with specific S.O. badges.

Specialist Uniforms: Security (Series 1-2 FO 3883-3)

Outlines "Uniform J" for Security personnel: khaki shirt and pants, black clip-on tie, service shoes, patrol belt, plus jackets, gloves, and caps for different conditions.

Issuance and Use (Series 2 FO 3884)

Defines who receives which uniforms based on training level, post, and org type (e.g., Int Management, Flag, CLOs, service orgs). Establishes rules for mixing uniforms, tailoring, laundering (paid by the org), and disciplinary consequences for being out of uniform.

Criteria for Uniform Designation (Series 3 FO 3885)

Gives Commanding Officers responsibility to declare the Uniform of the Day. Criteria include season, climate, type of work, events/ceremonies, and image presented to publics.

Caps and Berets (Series 4 FO 3886)

Details caps for Swampers, Ratings, Officers, and Commanders, plus baseball caps for Jump/Gym Suits. Specifies when headgear is worn/removed.

Lanyards (Series 5 FO 3887)

Differentiates ceremonial aiguillettes, service lanyards, and specialist lanyards. Clarifies which ranks and uniforms require them.

Foul Weather Gear (Series 6 FO 3888)

Lists coats, rain gear, gloves, boots, and caps allowed in cold or wet conditions.

Purses (Series 7 FO 3889)

Establishes standard black leather purses for women, with clutch purses permitted for formal dress/ceremonials.

Weapons (Series 8 FO 3890)

Explains symbolic use of Sea Org throwing knives, naval dirks, and swords. Awards tied to mission success or command, worn only with Full Dress uniforms.

Insignia (Series 9 FO 3891)

Covers ranks, campaign bars, sleeve stripes, chevrons, shoulder boards, belt buckles, buttons, and badges. Includes distinctions for orgs, technical badges, and specialty insignia.

Campaign Bars (Series 10 FO 2327RE)

Lists authorized campaign bars (ribbons) for service and contributions, grouped by categories. Specifies how stars denote multiple achievements.

Commodore's Awards of Honor (Series 11 FO 3893)

Details the highest awards in the Sea Org: Star of Trust, Medal of Valor, and Watch Messenger Quill, designed by L. Ron Hubbard.

Insignia and Future Lives (Series 12 FO 3894)

Establishes that Sea Org insignia are planet-specific; on return, most are worn again but some bars are worn blank without stars to indicate extensive service.

Brevet Ranks (FO 3844)

Introduces temporary honorary promotions when holding posts that require greater authority, reverting to permanent rank upon transfer.

Brevet Ranks Addition (FO 3844-1)

Expands posts granted brevet rank (e.g., Inspector General, Ship Captain). Clarifies that brevet rank can lead to permanent promotion through performance.

Able Bodied Seamen (FO 3896)

Re-establishes mandatory path: complete Basic Training to earn Able Bodied Seaman before posting or promotion; all officers and petty officers must be qualified AB.