We have all seen pictures of lots of Navy personnel sitting at radar or sonar screens wearing long white gloves and white balaclavas over their heads. Why do they do this? Are they in case of fire? Thanks for your help.
2007-08-27 17:06:56 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Most of the pictures of those you see in this attires are most likely taken while they are doing General Quarters, meaning that they wear this if they were in practice for getting attacked or firedrills.
In reality most of them didn't wear this because this material will cause static electricity that can harm computer peripherals. If you see them wearing these they are most likely preparing for something major.
2007-08-27 17:39:39 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Navy Balaclava
2016-12-15 04:18:39 · answer #2 · answered by tangen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Garments are worn during General Quarters to protect them from fire.
2007-08-27 17:16:37 · answer #3 · answered by Richard B 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
what you are seeing is nomex hoods (similar to what firefighters wear under their helmets) and gloves. They wear this during General Quarters. they will not wear this any other times not because of static electricity (otherwise they would be naked and grounded), it is simply because of comfort, (they get hot)
2007-08-28 16:39:41 · answer #4 · answered by joseph b 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Protection from flash heat after an explosion
2007-08-27 18:39:37 · answer #5 · answered by brainstorm 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋