Protocols

Flag
Forest Service facilities shall fly the American flag at half-staff for three days, beginning on the morning of Friday, April 5, 2019 through sunset on April 7, 2019.

Badge Shrouding
Shrouding of a badge is accomplished by placing a 1/2” to 3/4” piece of black material horizontally at the badge’s midpoint entirely around the badge. The shroud should be placed on badges at the time of notification of the death and may remain on the badge for a 30-day mourning period.
The purple ribbon can be worn on the uniform, left of the badge. The ribbon can also can also be worn directly over the badge in the center, right above the pocket.

Presentation of Arms
As the Honor Guard calls out "Uniformed Personnel Present Arms" at the beginning of the Memorial, the Honor Guard will begin a slow 3 second salute.  Audience members are welcome to join the salute or place their hands over their hearts.