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Crewmembers should be clothed for safety and comfort. Cover or restrain long hair. Wear only long sleeves and long trousers made of cotton and not synthetic material. Try to wear clothes in layers since temperatures can change quite a bit from before sunrise to during the recovery. Proper clothing protects participants from burns, poison oak/ivy, and other harmful plants.

All crewmembers should wear gloves, preferably smooth leather, loose fitting, and easy to remove. Wear comfortable and protective footwear. If it becomes necessary to walk or hike from a landing site inaccessible by the chase vehicle, proper clothing and footwear makes the task easier and less hazardous.