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POLICIES
Insignia, Brass, and Reference
Cross-cutting reference articles: collar brass, wearing collar brass, service stars, rank insignia badges, optional uniform items, nameplates, and why uniform items and PPE items are governed by different handbooks.
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CAL FIRE Collar Brass — Complete Rank-by-Rank Guide
Every Blackinton SKU, by rank — 5 stars down to 1 vertical silver bugle.
How to Wear Collar Brass — Placement Rules
Stars, crossed bugles, uncrossed bugles — with or without necktie.
Service Stars — Configuration and Placement
5-year stars on the Class A coat sleeve and long sleeve uniform shirt.
Rank Insignia Badges — Class A Cap and Campaign Hat
Every Blackinton SKU for cap badges, by rank.
CAL FIRE Optional Uniform Items — The Complete List
Caps, beanies, polos, outerwear, fleece, female options.
CAL FIRE Nameplates — Specs, Procurement, and Display
Metal-only spec, ⅝″×2½″, gold/silver, IMT/ECC alternate.
1500 vs 1700 — Why Uniform Items and PPE Items Are Different Handbooks
Two approval lists, two governance bodies, one source of confusion.
