Enter the NH's social security number on the face of the folder tab, as described in GN 01050.165A.1. DO NOT enter the DWB claimant's SSN. Print the surname of the widow or widower and the first initial on the reverse of the folder tab with the surname first.

Enter the NH's SSN on the face of the folder tab and print the widow's surname and the first initial on the reverse of the folder tab.

Prepare the DIB folder as explained in GN 01050.165, and the DWB as explained in A. above. Staple the back flap of the DIB folder to the front flap of the DWB folder. If either folder doesn't require DDS review, prepare a R/C to this effect and place it in the DIB folder.

In DWB claims place the applications with the lowest number on top.