New uniform for Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service

 The new uniform will be navy blue in colour, with a full colour GFRS badge on the front along with the Gloucestershire County Council badge on the arm.

This new uniform has been implemented for a number of reasons including quality, wearability, identity and cost savings, and has been driven by results from staff feedback.

The uniform will be provided by a new supplier that carries out regular quality and design testing of garments to ensure the highest quality. Having garments that will last, are comfortable, and withstand the vigorous role of firefighters will result in a lower rate of turn-over for uniform and reduce overall costs.

GFRS have also sourced a more diverse range of garments that are designed with GFRS staff in mind, for example, elasticated waistbands for ease of movement, breathable fabrics designed to provide additional comfort for those experiencing symptoms of the menopause, maternity wear, vegan alternative items (i.e. shoes/ belts) and religious head coverings.

Navy blue uniform is highly recognisable to members of the public as fire service personnel and the new uniform is expected to have a positive effect on community engagement, with members of staff being instantly recognisable when carrying out their duties within the communities of Gloucestershire, and during joint operations with other services and partners around the County.

Furthermore, staff survey results strongly indicated that staff felt a change in uniform, from black to navy blue and with a full colour GFRS badge would be a positive move for GFRS. Old uniform items will be returned and disposed of in a secure and environmentally friendly way with any suitable surplus stock items being repurposed or donated wherever possible.

GFRS wants all residents and local communities to feel safe and reassured when they visit your home. If you want to check whether the person at your door works for our Service, please call 0800 180 41 40.