EQUIPMENT LIST FOR MEMBERS OF V.A.D.S SERVING

IN MILITARY HOSPITALS

( BRCS ACC 140715)

This list has been kindly supplied by

Nancy N. Gaynor

ngaynor@csd.uwm.edu

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

 

 3 overalls: REGULATION
 16 aprons: REGULATION
4 caps: REGULATION (Essential
 8 collars, Polo or Stand-up: REGULATION
 4 prs sleeves
 1 Great Coat
 1 Hat
 3 changes underwear
 1 Mackintosh Apron
1 pr Ward shoes
 Gloves

 

ADVISABLE

 1 Coat and Skirt REGULATION
 3 shirts (soft polo collars to be worn) REGULATION
 1 Black Tie REGULATION
 1 Black Belt REGULATION

 

OPTIONAL

 Etna or Primus Lamp
 Hot Bottle
 Wallet, containing Scissors, Forceps.Thermometers, & c.

 

IN CASE OF SERVING UNDER CANVAS

 Thick Boots
 Goloshes or Gunboots
 Waterproof
 Souwester
 Sleeping Bag
 Pole Strap with Hooks
 Electric Torch or Bicycle Lamp
 Plate (enamel)
Knife
 Fork
 Spoon
 6 Towels
 3 Pillow cases
 4 Glass cloths
 Rug
 Soap
 Ointment for Hands
 Oil Stove (for winter)
 Candles