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Changes for page AB 06 Attire and Grooming

Last modified by Spencer Dobson on 2023/02/14 20:21
From version 16.1
edited by Spencer Dobson
on 2023/02/09 22:47
Change comment: Approved by the Sheriff 2/9/2023.
To version 14.1
edited by Spencer Dobson
on 2023/01/23 18:10
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13 13  Replaces and/or Supersedes: AB 06 12/19/2022
14 14  
15 -Approved: 2/9/2023
15 +Approved: 1/23/2023
16 16  
17 17  
18 18  __**TABLE OF CONTENTS**__
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406 406  111. Color:
407 407  1111. Certified staff: “Tan” or “Silver Tan”;
408 408  1111. Non-Certified Staff:
409 -11111. Clerical: Cornerstone CS418 or CS419 Maroon;
410 -11111. Investigators: Cornerstone CS418 or CS419 Light Grey.
409 +11111. Clerical: Cornerstone CS418 Maroon;
410 +11111. Investigators: Cornerstone CS418 Light Grey.
411 411  111. Short sleeved or long sleeved;
412 412  111. Polo style;
413 413  111. Top button only unfastened;
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424 424  1111. Black, all capitalized, block embroidered lettering, 0.25 inch height;
425 425  1111. Centered below name;
426 426  1111. Non-Certified Staff: “Civilian Staff” shall be embroidered in place of rank. Deviations from this may be granted by a division chief or above-ranking WCSO official (e.g., for Evidence Tech or Office Manager).
427 -111. Only the following brands/styles are approved for certified:
427 +111. Only the following brands/styles are approved (for certified and non-certified staff):
428 428  1111. 5.11 Performance Polo, men's style #71049 Short sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
429 429  1111. 5.11 Performance Polo, women's style #61165 Short sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
430 430  1111. Cornerstone Tactical Polo, men's style #CS410 Short sleeve, “Tan.”
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571 571  **AB 06_116 __GROOMING AND APPEARANCE__**
572 572  
573 573  1. Appearance:
574 -11. Unless otherwise stated and because deviations from these standards could present officer safety issues, the following appearance standards shall apply to all employees, except those whose current assignment would deem them not appropriate, and where the Sheriff has granted exception.
574 +11. Attire shall be worn and maintained in a neat and presentable manner at all times.
575 +11. The following criteria shall be followed:
575 575  111. Attire shall fit appropriately (not too tight or too loose);
576 576  111. Brass articles shall be clean and untarnished;
577 577  111. The shirt badge shall be clean with no visible abrasive marks;
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592 592  11. Fingernails shall not extend further than one fourth inch beyond the end of the fingertip.
593 593  11. Fingernail polish, if worn, shall be a soft shade which compliments the natural skin tone of the individual.
594 594  11. Hair:
595 -111. Hairstyles of all employees shall be neat in appearance.
596 -111. For all male employees:
597 -1111. Hair must not extend below the top edge of the uniform collar while assuming a normal stance.
598 -1111. Hair shall not be greater than 2.5 inches in length regardless of styling. (e.g.)
599 -111. For sworn female employees:
600 -1111. Hair must be no longer than the horizontal level of the bottom of the uniform shoulder patch when the employee is standing.
601 -1111. Hair may be worn up or in a tightly wrapped braid or ponytail.
596 +111. Must be clean, neat, and presentable as determined by the Sheriff, or the Sheriff's designee.
602 602  111. Styles and colors that depart from the normal, conservative community standards shall not be permitted;
598 +111. Does not extend further than the bottom of the yoke of the Class B uniform shirt while standing (clerical staff are exempt from this requirement);
603 603  111. Hair that is combed or styled forward shall not be lower on the forehead than the eyebrows (measured from the highest point of the eyebrows);
604 604  111. Shall not be visible on the forehead when a hat is worn;
605 605  111. May be combed over the ears; but, shall taper naturally into the hair not more than two inches in front of the ears;
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609 609  111. Wigs and hair-pieces are permitted as long as they conform to the standards herein.
610 610  111. Staff shall be in compliance with policy at the beginning of their shift.
611 611  11. Facial Hair:
612 -111. If an employee is unable to grow facial hair that fills in properly, it may distract from a professional look. If any supervisor deems the facial hair to be unsightly, the employee will shave when requested.
613 613  111. All facial hair must be neatly trimmed, and extend no more than one-half (1/2) of an inch from the face.
614 614  111. Facial hair must be of a natural color. If dye is used it must be consistent in coloration and of a natural color matching any existing hair.
615 615  111. No designs (e.g. Letters, Numbers, Figures, etc.) either by shaving or coloration will be permitted.
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618 618  111. Patchy of clumpy facial hair will not be permitted. If an employee is unable to grow facial hair to meet the standards herein the employee must remain clean-shaven.
619 619  111. Beards:
620 620  1111. A neatly trimmed and maintained beard may be worn;
621 -1111. Beards should follow the jawline and should not extend onto the neck.
616 +1111. Must not extend below the jawline.
622 622  111. Mustaches (Without beard):
623 623  1111. A neatly trimmed and maintained mustache may be worn;
624 624  1111. Shall not extend further than the corners of the mouth;