What jacket color does the Winch Operator wear during UNREP?

The Winch Operator during a Underway Replenishment (UNREP) operation wears a brown jacket as a part of the ship's color-coded safety apparel system. This specific color scheme helps to identify personnel and their roles quickly and efficiently during operations, particularly in high-paced and potentially hazardous environments like UNREP.

The brown jacket signifies individuals responsible for supervising and operating winches and other equipment used to transfer supplies between ships. Their visibility is critical in maintaining safety and effective communication among crew members, as they guide the operations and ensure that the procedures are followed correctly.

In contrast, other color jackets represent different roles. For example, a green jacket is typically worn by personnel involved in rigging and handling the lines, while red jackets may denote firefighting or ammunition handling roles. The blue jacket is often assigned to personnel performing general deck duties. This system of color coding improves situational awareness and safety by allowing all crew members to identify individuals by their responsibilities quickly.