Comply with Canadian Forces Dress Regulations

1. Assemble and Maintain Personal Equipment including:a. Tactical Vest,b. Kevlar Helmetc. Ballistic Eyewear, d. Rucksack / Patrol Pack, e. Sleeping Bag / Bivy Bag, f. Air Mattress, g. Snowshoes

Comply with Canadian Forces Dress Comply with Canadian Forces Dress RegulationsRegulations

Course: BMQ (PRes)

EO: 001-01 b

Rank/Name:

Time: B-GL-304-002/PT-Z05 B-GL-304-002/PTZ06

C-87-248-003/MB001

B-GL-323-003/FP001

References:


1. Tactical Vest, 2. Kevlar Helmet3. Ballistic Eyewear, 4. Rucksack / Patrol Pack, 5. Sleeping Bag / Bivy Bag, 6. Air Mattress, 7. Snowshoes

1. Size:a. The tactical vest (TV) is designed to

allow soldiers to carry essential ammunition and combat supplies to operate their weapons systems on the battlefield.

b. There are two sizes of the TV:1) Medium – for chest size 42 inches

and less;2) Large – for chest size greater than

42 inches.

Tactical Vest


2. Adjusting the fit:a. There are two methods of adjustment:

1) Torso length adjustment; 2) Torso width adjustment.

b. The torso length is adjusted by using the Velcro and straps located at the shoulders and above the C7 magazine pouches.

c. Loosen the shoulder adjustment strap through the ladder-lock buckle. Reposition the Velcro to adjust the torso length.

d. Adjust the TV length so that it’s positioned slightly above the hip bone.

Tactical Vest


e. Tighten the shoulder adjustment strap.f. The torso width adjustment should be done using the

buddy system.g. There are three torso adjustment straps on each side

that must be properly adjusted so that the soldier’s load remains stabilized.

h. The torso adjustment straps should be loosened or tightened as applicable so that the back of the TV is centered on the back. Secure the loose straps using the elastic band provided.

i. DO NOT cut the additional lengths of the torso adjustment straps since it is important to allow for adjustments to accommodate different orders of dress.

Tactical Vest


3. Description/Equipment Tactical Vest:a. The TV is made up of three parts: a back

yoke, a right panel and a left panel;b. The vest has the following design

features: c. Front zipper closure with overlapping

closing flap. The overlapping flap incorporates daisy chain webbing for mounting the bayonet frog. The overlapping flap is held closed by snap fasteners and a hook and loop tab closure;

Tactical Vest


e. Detachable bayonet frog complete with basket weave attachment; 1) Old type bayonet handle up ring

facing left. 2) New type bayonet handle down ring

facing left. f. One penlight pocket with colour filter

lens holder, sewn on the side of the inner right C7 magazine pocket;

g. One whistle pocket sewn on the side of the inner left C7 magazine pocket;

Tactical Vest


g. Two fragmentation grenade pockets fitted with side release buckles/hook and loop tab closure. One on each front panel sewn on the lower half of the outer C7 pocket (use as required);

h. Two front (small) utility pockets, one sewn on each front panel directly below the C7 magazine pockets. The utility pockets have a snow cuff with draw string and cord added;

Tactical Vest


i. Four C7 magazine pouches (4 magazines); j. One (detachable) C9 (large) utility pouch

placed on the left-hand panel beside/behind the front (small) utility pouch. Put the opening of the pocket upwards.

k. A man down strap sewn across the yoke shoulder webbing behind the neck;

l. Gas mask carrier attachment rings on the left hand panel below the large utility pouch;

m. Adjustable-height shoulder webbing and adjustable waist with the use of webbing and ladder lock attachments;

Tactical Vest


n. A map pocket sewn inside the left front panel;

o. The butt pack carrying rain gear (when required) will be clipped to the rectangular ring attachments on the lower right-hand panel; and

p. Protective eye wear carrying case clip under the left-hand armpit.

Tactical Vest


4. Maintenancea. Cleaning: The following procedures

must be followed when cleaning personal field equipment: 1) remove mud or dirt from equipment

using a soft brush or damp cloth. Be careful not to puncture or tear the fabric;

2) wet the soiled surface of the material and apply a solution of detergent or mild soap and warm water. Scrub the area with a soft brush, cloth, or sponge;

Tactical Vest


3) use clean warm water to rinse the cleaning solution from the material;

4) allow the equipment to dry. Do not place it in direct sunlight, direct heat, or beside an open flame;

5) scrub the hook and pile fasteners (Velcro) with a soft brush to remove dirt and leave open to dry; and

6) lubricate zippers with wax, graphite, or hard soap on a regular basis.

b. Field maintenance: Field expedient maintenance is limited to repairing damaged portions or loose stitching, by hand sewing or taping the affected parts.

Tactical Vest


1. The CG634 Helmet has been developed exclusively for the CF. Its primary mission is to provide users with protection from ballistic fragmentation threats under combat conditions.

2. The shell of the helmet has been treated with a special coating, which has both infrared reflectance and chemical agent resistance properties. The helmet is supplied with a woodland disruptive pattern cover. The cover is to be used at all times to protect the shell finish and its related special properties.

Kevlar Helmet


3. CF base supply sections will normally have templates already made up for use at the issue counter.

4. The Kevlar helmet chin strap can be adjusted for right- and left-handed firers.

Kevlar Helmet


1. The BEW system consists of interchangeable protective shields that lock into a slimline frame with adjustable arms . The BEW system is available in two sizes for optimum comfort and fit. Standard issue includes:a. a green slimline frame with adjustable arms

and two protective shields; b. clear shield with integrated nosepiece used

for night and low light levels; c. solar shield with integrated nosepiece used

during the day (100 percent UV blockage);

Ballistic Eyewear


d. an adjustable elastic head strap to keep eyewear secure and stable during rigorous activity;

e. a green stowage case with anti-fog, anti-static cleaning kit; and

f. Rx prescription carriers for most prescriptions. NOTE: Special prescriptions are covered under CF Medical Policy MSI CF1000-213.

Ballistic Eyewear


1. There is a smaller version of the rucksack known as the patrol pack; it is smaller and has no sleeping bag compartment but can be used for shorter tasks such as reconnaissance patrols. Three compartments can be added.

2. Prior to donning the CTS rucksack for marching long distances with heavy loads or in preparation of future donning it is recommended that the following actions take place: a. Unfasten the hipbelt buckle; b. Loosen the hipbelt stabilizer straps;

Rucksack / Patrol Pack


c. Loosen the hipbelt load transfer rod straps; d. Loosen shoulder strap adjustment straps; e. Unfasten the side release buckles on the

sternum strap; f. Loosen the load stabilizer straps.



3. Donning the rucksacka. It is recommended when donning the CTS

rucksack that the following procedure be used in order to ensure that the individual is able to achieve the optimum fit.

b. Put the CTS rucksack on your back with all of the straps loosened and then lean forward at a 60°-70° angle. While leaning forward, move the CTS rucksack up or down so that the top of the iliac crest is centered in the hipbelt.



c. Cinch the hipbelt;d. Cinch the hipbelt stabilizer strap;e. Cinch the hipbelt load transfer rod strap

to draw in the load transfer rod; f. Pull down on the shoulder strap adjusters; g. Do up the sternum strap and cinch until

comfortable; h. Pull the load stabilizer straps (on shoulder

straps); i. Straighten up and tighten any straps,

adjust/test the fit of the pack. At this point the user should be ready to go.



4. Adjusting the fit a. It is important to note that in order to achieve the

best test of fit and ensure that soldiers are properly adjusting their CTS rucksack , individuals should have their pack load with clothing and equipment of similar weight so that the pack will react as it does in the field to a load.

b. The space between the shoulder strap and shoulder should be as minimal as possible in order to effectively distribute the weight of the pack over the shoulder. Raise or lower the tri-glide buckle so that the gap between the shoulder and the shoulder strap is reduced and lying flat once the load stabilizer strap is tightened. The load transfer buckle should be located on or slightly forward of the shoulder.



c. In order to achieve balance and properly secure the pack to the individual, it is important to use the sternum strap. Raising or lowering the sternum strap is vital to reducing pressure on the collar bone. This strap can be adjusted before and during the march depending on the individual, weight of the load, fatigue, etc. By adjusting the sternum strap the individual can also control the width of the shoulder straps. By controlling the tension on the sternum strap the individual can also control which areas of the chest they are using. A tight sternum strap works the inner chest muscles and a loose sternum strap works the outer chest and shoulders.



d. Once the individual has the CTS rucksack on, they may desire to do some final adjustments; however, before setting off individuals must be aware of the impact of using the hipbelt. While the hipbelt is there to support the weight of the CTS rucksack, there may be a desire by the troops to have everything nice and tight. There is nothing wrong with having a tight hipbelt but it should be noted that having the hipbelt too tight can cause discomfort in the hips and the lower back during a march. If this should occur release the tension of the hipbelt load transfer rod strap. The individual can very the amount of weight on the shoulders or the hips during the march by adjusting the tension of the hipbelt.



5. Quick release of the rucksack.a. Doffing the CTS rucksack is a

straightforward procedure: however, it must be stressed that unlike the 82 and 64 pattern rucksacks, certain straps must be undone prior to doffing the rucksack.

b. To doff the CTS rucksack: 1) Undo the sternum strap; 2) Undo the hipbelt; 3) Loosen shoulder strap adjustment

straps; 4) Remove CTS rucksack.



c. When using the CTS rucksack quick release system, it must be noted that again unlike the 82 and 64 pattern rucksacks the individual must remember to undo the hipbelt before pulling on ONE of the quick release barrels and rolling the CTS rucksack off the individual.



d. It is important to review the list of the parts that form the foundation of the CTS rucksack quick release system: 1) Male doffing buckle; 2) Quick doffing buckle locking strap; 3) Common loop; 4) Sternum strap;5) Female doffing buckle; 6) Hasp; 7) Common loop locking strap.



e. Grasp shoulder strap and place common loop so that it is vertical.

f. Place the hasp over top of the common loop.

g. Insert the quick doffing buckle locking strap through the hasp.

h. Use the Velcro tab so that the hasp is secure.

i. Take the sternum strap and place female doffing buckle over top of the male doffing buckle.

j. Using the doffing buckle locking strap to secure the sternum strap (note the sternum strap is adjustable).



k. Secure the doffing buckle locking strap with the Velcro tab.

l. At this point, the quick release strap is now assembled and the quick release barrel should be hanging down ready for use.



6. Load carriage principles / care and cleaning.a. The CTS load carriage system and in particular

the CTS rucksack has been designed to enhance the soldier’s ability to carry clothing and equipment over long distances and rugged terrain. It achieves this through the compatibility of CTS load carriage items, a modular design and an improved suspension system for carrying weight. The reason for emphasizing proper load carriage is to remind the individual that although the CTS load carriage system is designed to be flexible and accommodate loads all over the exterior of the pack, it is always preferable if the individual can keep these principles in mind.



b. While it is not always possible to follow these principles due to the tactical situation or as a result of the equipment being carried by the individual, it is important that the soldiers be aware of their options. An excellent example is the decision to carry 84 mm Carl Gustav ammunition on the sides of the rucksack or the top. In trials with the 81 mm mortar the baseplate was attached to the outside of the pack using compression straps. The question then is one of finding balance on the pack; the preferred solution as always is to have the weight distributed evenly, secure and its movement restricted through compression straps.



c.c. Care and cleaning of the rucksackCare and cleaning of the rucksack1)1) The CTS rucksack should be hand washed The CTS rucksack should be hand washed

using mild household laundry detergent using mild household laundry detergent and a soft brush, and hung to dry. The CTS and a soft brush, and hung to dry. The CTS rucksack should not have any exterior rucksack should not have any exterior water proofing agents applied as these water proofing agents applied as these might affect the water resistance of the might affect the water resistance of the material. Seam sealer may be applied to material. Seam sealer may be applied to the interior when extremely clean/new to the interior when extremely clean/new to promote water resistance. promote water resistance.



Do you have any

questions?

Question 1

How many sizes does How many sizes does the tactical vest come the tactical vest come in?in?


Answer 1Answer 1

22


Question 2Question 2

Can the Kevlar helmet Can the Kevlar helmet be adjusted for right- be adjusted for right- and left-handed firers?and left-handed firers?


Answer 2Answer 2

YesYes



True or False? BEW is True or False? BEW is available in two sizes.available in two sizes.


Answer 3Answer 3

TrueTrue



Should you cut the Should you cut the additional lengths of additional lengths of the torso adjustment the torso adjustment straps on the tactical straps on the tactical vest?vest?


Answer 4Answer 4

No, DO NOT cut the No, DO NOT cut the additional lengths of additional lengths of the torso adjustment the torso adjustment straps since it is straps since it is important to allow for important to allow for adjustments to adjustments to accommodate different accommodate different orders of dress. orders of dress.



What is the most What is the most important thing to do important thing to do before donning the before donning the rucksack?rucksack?


Answer 5Answer 5

Loosen all the straps. Loosen all the straps.



What strap is vital for What strap is vital for adjusting the adjusting the rucksack?rucksack?


Answer 6Answer 6

Sternum strap.Sternum strap.



How do you use the How do you use the quick release quick release mechanism?mechanism?


Answer 7Answer 7

Pull on ONE of the Pull on ONE of the quick release barrels quick release barrels and roll the CTS and roll the CTS Rucksack off the Rucksack off the individual.individual.



What happens if you What happens if you pull off both rapid pull off both rapid release straps?release straps?


Answer 8Answer 8

The sternum strap will The sternum strap will fall off the rucksack. fall off the rucksack.


The possibility of freezing to death when sleeping outdoors in below zero temperatures is one that haunts a man who has never had any experience living outdoors in cold weather conditions. This is a needless worry as the cold will always awaken you first. It is a known fact that people can sleep outdoors in sub-zero temperatures with no additional equipment or clothing with no fear of freezing to death as long as they are not physically exhausted.

Sleeping Bag / Bivy Bag, Air Mattress, Showshoes


The issue sleeping bag and air mattress allows you to sleep comfortably in any weather conditions ranging from the tropics to areas of extreme cold providing you use it properly. Personnel who do not exercise proper care and maintenance of their sleeping bags and air mattresses will find that the insulation value of them will be lost in a short period of time. They will then become a liability to their tent group. In order that you can spend an extended period of time in the field in cold climate conditions you must know how to care for and maintain your sleeping bag and air mattress.



1. Sleeping Baga) General

i. The sleeping bag consists of five parts: i. the outer bag;ii. the inner bag;iii. tile liner;iv.the hood; andv. waterproof carrying bag.



2. Assembling the Sleeping Baga. Lay the inner bag on a flat surface

inside out with the loops on the sides; b. Place the liner on top with the tapes

out; flannelette flaps must match (long side to long side, short side to short side);

c. Tie the tapes of liner to the loops of the inner bag;



d. Reach inside the inner bag, grasp the foot of the liner and turn right side out;

e. Turn the outer bag inside out and place it on top of the inner bag;

f. Tie the bottom and centre tapes of the inner bag to the bottom loops of the outer bag;

g. Reach in the outer bag, grasp the foot of the inner bag and turn right side out; and

h. Fasten the snap fasteners at the top of the inner and outer bags.



3. Using the Sleeping Baga. Lay the bag on the air mattress

with long portions of the flannelette flaps down;

b. Fluff up the down in the sleeping bag to get the maximum benefit from the insulation;

c. The shoulder length skirt has two elastic loops on each side through which the arms are placed thus holding it firmly in place on the wearers head;

d. Get into the bag;



e. On getting up, squeeze the warm moist air out of the sleeping bag, fluff up and squeeze out the air again;

f. Stow the sleeping bag away or turn it inside out and air it;



g. Do not wear more clothing than needed to keep warm because perspiration must be kept to a minimum to keep the bag dry: 1) The parka can be placed between the

sleeping bag and air mattress with the head above the top of the bag opening. This will provide additional insulation and the hood can be worn over the head for added comfort; and

2) Never keep dirty, damp socks on when getting into the sleeping bag. Keep a clean pair in the bag and use them only for sleeping.



h. Extra clothing can be used for added insulation under the sleeping bag, especially under the shoulders and hips. The sleeping bag is compressed at these points and as a result loses some of its insulating qualities.



4. Care and Maintenancea. Inspect the bag before use for rips and

tears. Any defects in the covering of the bag should be repaired immediately or the insulating down will be lost: 1) Keep the bag clean. Always remember to

use the liner and the outer cover; 2) Dry the sleeping bag at every opportunity.

The flaps will become quite wet from breathing into them while the user is asleep, and must be dried frequently;

3) Before assembling the bag, test all the tapes. If they are not secure, re-sew them;



4) Never put damp clothes into the sleeping bag when drying it out. The sleeping bag only absorbs the dampness and loses some of its insulating value;

5) Do NOT eat or drink in your sleeping bag. If you spill liquid or food on the bag, the insulation value is lost;

6) Do NOT smoke while in your sleeping bag; and

7) When the sleeping bag is not in use or being aired out, it should be stored in the waterproof valise or in the rucksack.



1. Characteristics:a. The bivy bag is waterproof with a Gore-

Tex lining;b. Instructions are printed inside the

upper cover; and c. CAUTION: Do not completely close or

block the opening when using the bivy bag. This could result in suffocation.



2. Use:a. Unroll the bivy bag and lay it out on the

ground; b. Open the bivy bag and put the sleeping

bag inside it.3. Additional Information:

a. The bivy bag can be cleaned by hand or dry cleaned. Cleaning instructions are printed inside the upper cover. Hang to dry. Do not dry near an open flame or heat source;



b. If the bivy bag is used on a pine branch, etc., be careful that it does not get torn or damaged;

c. The bivy bag must be aired the same way the sleeping bag is;

d. If you store additional equipment in the bottom of the bivy bag, you should be very careful putting it in and taking it out, so as not to tear or puncture the bag; and

e. The bivy bag should be stored when not in use or drying.



1. Auto-inflatea. Open the valve and unroll the air

mattress: within 5 minutes it will fill with air;

b. Upon reaching the desired thickness, close the valve;

c. After long periods in storage or in the first days of use, blow into the valve to assist in filling it with air; and

d. In temperatures below 0°C (32°F), inflate with the bag only.



2. Preparing for Transporta. Insert a garbage bag inside the

sleeping bag carrier to separate the sleeping bag from other items in the carrier; and

b. Place all items in the carrier and tighten the strings to reduce the size of the carrier to the minimum.



Types:1. Bearpaw

a. It is a short, oval shaped snowshoe; b. It is not in general use in the Canadian

Forces. 2. Trail

a. They are longer; b. They consist of a magnesium alloy

extruded frame with a mesh centre of galvanized aircraft cable covered with nylon;

c. The ends of the mesh cable are fastened by means of a metal clip;



d. Two cross-bars are welded to the frame to reinforce it. The frame is finished in a white baked enamel;

e. Two sizes of cable are used in the snowshoe:1) the heavier is 3/32 inch in diameter

and is used for the centre area;2) the lighter is 1/16 inch in diameter

and is used for the toe and tail of the frame.



3. Maintenance:a. Check the extrusion and mesh for

breaks; b. Check the frame for chipped paint and

re-paint as required.



4. Snowshoe Harnessa. Figure 5-16 shows the new type of

snowshoe harness.



b. Attaching harness to snowshoe (Step 1) 1) Thread tie down strap through webbing

as shown.



c. Attaching harness to snowshoe (Step 2) 1) Bring the down strap up, through the

opening between the side and toe straps.



d. Attaching harness to snowshoe (Step 3) 1) Bring the down strap across toe strap

and down through the opening on the opposite side between the side and toe straps. Thread tie down strap through snowshoe webbing as shown in Figure 5-18.



e. Attaching harness to snowshoe (Step 4) 1) Bring tie down strap up through the

opening at the side strap, through the buckle, then back over itself and again pass through the buckle.



f. Attaching harness to boot (Step 1) 1) Position boot in the toe strap with cross

strap under the instep. Tighten the tie down strap buckle to a comfortable tension. Bring the inside part of the side strap back, diagonally up over the heel, and around the outside of the boot.



g. Attaching harness to boot (Step 2) 1) Bring the outside part of the side strap

back and around the lower part of the heel, around the inside of the boot, crossing over the inner side strap, with buckle located over the boot lacing. Fasten the buckle as shown and tighten to comfortable tension.



5. Using Snowshoes a. Training and Rate of Movement

1) Training: Although one can learn to snowshoe in a very short time, one has to keep in practice so that feet and muscles not used in ordinary marching become hardened. After a short period of instruction, conditioning marches over increasingly difficult ground with increasingly heavy loads will quickly give the skill and muscle hardening needed.



b. Snowshoe Technique1) General. There are a number of techniques to

learn before one can say he knows how to snowshoe. Knowing the techniques is not enough, they must be practised.

2) Soft snow. To save energy on long marches in soft snow, adopt a loose-limbed, rolling gait. Lift the snowshoes to clew the snow and thrust them forward to complete each pace. If a snowshoe catches in the snow, pull the foot back, lift it up and then continue the stride. This paragraph does not apply if additional weight, such as a pack board or rucksack, is carried.



3) Hard snow. Use a shorter stride in hard or packed snow that gives good support. When marching on hard snow, the spring-like tension on the webbing is lost, and the "heel-and-toe" long stride is tiring on the knees. The quickest and least fatiguing method of travel, under these circumstances, is a loose-knee, short, rocking gait. This paragraph does not apply if additional weight, such as a pack board or rucksack, is carried.



4) Obstacles. Never bridge two obstacles with snowshoes. Bogs and ditches, fallen trees, etc, may be jumped, but do not let the trails of the snowshoes fall downward. If the trail is vertical on landing, it will strike the snow surface first and may throw the user.



5) Use a kick turn to turn on the trail. Lift the right leg, swing it back, and then kick it forward and upwards. At the top of the kick, just as the trailing edge of the snowshoe clears the snow, turn the foot outward. Continue to turn the foot as the leg is lowered until the foot faces the rear as it comes to rest on the snow. Shift the weight to the right foot and then raise the left foot. Bring it over the trailing edge of the right snowshoe, and face it in the direction of the right foot. The turn is complete. Follow the same drill, leading with the left foot, to make a turn to the left.



6) The trail type snowshoe is better for marching in mountainous country where the snow is normally very deep and the ground uneven. In this type of going, the turned-up toe of the trail type snowshoe prevents the front from catching when descending the steeper slopes. When snowshoeing on steep slopes where the snow is soft and deep, make a trail across the slope by packing down the snow with the snowshoes to form a platform. If following this kind of trail, step lightly on the downhill snowshoe.



Do you have any

questions?

Question 1

What are two things you should not do in your sleeping bag?


Answer 1

1) Do not smoke;

2) Do not eat or drink.


Question 2

Name three things you need to do to look after your sleeping bag.


Answer 2• Keep it clean;• Keep it dry;• Air it out as often as

possible.


Question 3

How do you inflate the air mattress?


Answer 3• Open the valve and

unroll the air mattress;

• Upon reaching the desired thickness, close the valve;

• You can blow into the valve to assist in filling it with air only in temperatures above 0°C (32°F).


Do you have any

questions?

Question 1

Can the Kevlar helmet be adjusted for right- and left-handed firers?

Question 2

Should you cut the additional lengths of the torso adjustment straps on the tactical vest?

Question 3

What is the most important thing to do before donning the rucksack?

Question 4

What are two things you should not do in your sleeping bag?

Question 5

Name three things you need to do to look after your sleeping bag.


Answer 1

Yes.Yes.

Answer 2

No, DO NOT cut the additional lengths of the torso adjustment straps since it is important to allow for adjustments to accommodate different orders of dress.

Answer 3

Loosen all the straps.Loosen all the straps.

Answer 4

1) Do not smoke 2) Do not eat or drink

Answer 5

1) Keep it clean 2) Keep it dry 3) Air it out as often as possible.



Course: BMQ (PRes)

EO: 001-01b

Rank/Name:

Time: B-GL-304-002/PT-Z05 B-GL-304-002/PTZ06

C-87-248-003/MB001

B-GL-323-003/FP001

References:

1. Assemble and Maintain Personal Equipment including:a. Tactical Vest,b. Kevlar Helmetc. Ballistic Eyewear, d. Rucksack / Patrol Pack, e. Sleeping Bag / Bivy Bag, f. Air Mattress, g. Snowshoes

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