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24 24  
25 25  Review Date:
26 26  
27 -06/17/2019
27 +07/26/2016
28 28  
29 29  
30 30  Sheriff Cory C. Pulsipher
31 31  
32 -Undersheriff James Standley
32 +Undersheriff Bart Bailey
33 33  
34 34  
35 35  __**TABLE OF CONTENTS**__
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84 84  1. Weapons Post: Any position or assignment that requires the individual to carry a firearm.
85 85  1. On-Duty: Officially representing the WCSO.
86 86  
87 +
87 87  **AB 06_102 __GENERAL__**
88 88  
89 89  1. Policy:
90 90  11. Employees shall wear approved attire while on duty, as outlined in this policy.
91 91  11. While off duty, employees shall not wear attire that would identify the individual as an employee or representative of the WCSO, except as specifically approved.
92 -111. Reasonable public exposure in uniform while off duty is allowed during transit to and from work assignments.
93 -111. Unnecessary and extended public exposure while in uniform off duty should be avoided.
94 94  11. Employees shall maintain a neat and well-groomed appearance while on duty.
95 95  1. Rationale:
96 96  11. Approved uniforms:
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102 102  111. Detract from the established image of the uniform set.
103 103  11. A neat and well-groomed appearance enhances the image of the employee and the WCSO.
104 104  
104 +
105 105  **AB 06_103 __UNIFORM PURCHASE__**
106 106  
107 107  1. The County's uniform allowance is strictly designed to help reimburse employees for their official uniforms. The allowance is not provided as a benefit.
108 -1. An employee is not eligible for a uniform allowance if off work and not receiving County pay when the allowance is given (January & July). There is no reimbursement for employees who are off work for an entire distribution period (e.g., FMLA, military leave).
108 +1. An employee is not eligible for a uniform allowance if off work and not receiving County pay when the allowance is given (January & July). However, a pro-rated allowance check will be issued within 3 weeks of the employee's return to work based upon the number of days left in that semi-annual distribution period. There is no reimbursement for employees who are off work for an entire distribution period (e.g., FMLA, military leave).
109 109  1. Employees are responsible for their own uniform purchasing, cleaning, repair, and replacements.
110 110  1. Employees shall replace items before they are so worn or damaged that the items present an unacceptable appearance.
111 111  1. Employees shall replace items when they no longer meet current specifications.
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112 112  1. The burden is on the individual employee to ensure that specific uniform purchase items are approved by the WCSO.
113 113  1. The WCSO will not reimburse an individual who has made an incorrect purchase.
114 114  
115 +
115 115  **AB 06_104 __CERTIFIED STAFF__**
116 116  
117 117  1. For the purposes of this policy, Certified Staff include only:
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124 124  1. Non-weapons-qualified employees shall not wear a visible identifying uniform or uniform items displaying certified status (badge, shoulder patches, star patch, etc.) in public, including traveling to and from work.
125 125  1. Exceptions may be granted by the Sheriff.
126 126  
128 +
127 127  **AB 06_105 __NON-CERTIFIED STAFF__**
128 128  
129 129  1. For the purposes of this policy, Non-Certified Staff include all employees who do not meet the requirements of Certified Staff.
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132 132  1. Non-Certified Staff shall not wear a Class-A or Class-B uniform set.
133 133  1. Non-Certified Staff shall not wear a uniform or uniform items displaying certified status (badge, shoulder patches, star patch, etc.).
134 134  
137 +
135 135  **AB 06_106 __EXEMPT STAFF__**
136 136  
137 137  1. For purposes of this policy, Exempt Staff include:
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162 162  11. Name, rank, and position as detailed for Class-C uniform shirt.
163 163  1. When wearing business or casual business attire, Exempt Staff may wear weapon related items (belt, holster, magazine case, etc.) in either black or brown.
164 164  
168 +
165 165  **AB 06_107 __CLASS-A UNIFORM__**
166 166  
167 167  1. The Class-A uniform set:
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277 277  11. Cell Phone:
278 278  111. If carried in a visible case, the case must be solid black in color.
279 279  
284 +
280 280  **AB 06_108 __CLASS-B UNIFORM__**
281 281  
282 282  1. The Class-B uniform set should be worn as the regular day-to-day working uniform for all Certified Staff.
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290 290  111. WCSO shoulder patches: same as with Class-A uniform set;
291 291  111. Top button only unfastened;
292 292  111. Only the following brands/styles are approved:
293 -1111. Blauer #8446 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
294 -1111. Blauer #8675 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
295 -1111. Blauer #8436 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
296 -1111. Blauer #8670 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
297 -1111. Blauer #8446W Short Sleeve, Women's Style;
298 -1111. Blauer #8675W Short Sleeve, Women's Style;
299 -1111. Blauer #8436W Long Sleeve, Women's Style;
300 -1111. Blauer #8670W Long Sleeve, Women's Style;
298 +1111. Blauer #8910 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
299 +1111. Blauer #8900 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
300 +1111. Blauer #8910W Short Sleeve, Women's Style;
301 +1111. Blauer #8900W Long Sleeve, Women's Style;
301 301  1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1222 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
302 302  1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1124 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
303 303  1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1277 Short Sleeve, Women's Style;
304 -1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1176 Long Sleeve, Women's Style;
305 +1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1176 Long Sleeve, Women's Syle;
305 305  1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1248 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
306 306  1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1148 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
307 307  1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1291 Short Sleeve Women's Style;
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364 364  111. Basket-weave;
365 365  111. Black or brass (gold) colored snaps only, if applicable;
366 366  111. Handcuffs must be silver or black colored only;
367 -111. Handcuffs must be manufactured by a reputable manufacturer (examples: Smith & Wesson, Peerless, or Hiatt);
368 -111. Handcuffs must be of the chain link style, hinged cuffs are not permitted;
369 369  111. Employees may carry one or two sets of handcuffs;
370 370  111. Employees may be exempted from carrying handcuffs by their division chief deputy or above-ranking WCSO official.
371 371  11. Radio:
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441 441  1111. Solid black color;
442 442  1111. Basket-weave pattern.
443 443  
443 +
444 444  **AB 06_109 __CLASS-C UNIFORM__**
445 445  
446 446  1. The Class-C uniform:
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529 529  11. Taser: Same as Class-B uniform set.
530 530  11. ASP: Same as Class-B uniform set.
531 531  
532 +
532 532  **AB 06_110 __MEETINGS AND TRAINING__**
533 533  
534 534  1. An appropriate uniform set, business attire, or casual business attire shall be worn by Certified Staff and Non-Certified Staff during meetings and training sessions that do not otherwise require or allow different attire.
535 535  
537 +
536 536  **AB 06_111 __BUSINESS ATTIRE__**
537 537  
538 538  1. Shirt:
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546 546  1. No worn or frayed items.
547 547  1. No flip flops.
548 548  
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549 549  **AB 06_112 __CASUAL BUSINESS ATTIRE__**
550 550  
551 551  1. Certified Staff and Non-Certified Staff may be allowed to wear casual business attire on specific occasions approved by a chief or above ranking WCSO official.
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561 561  1. No worn or frayed items
562 562  1. No flip flops
563 563  
567 +
564 564  **AB 06_113 __WEAPONS POST__**
565 565  
566 566  1. This section applies to any personnel who is currently assigned to or working in a weapons post, whether long-term or temporary due to specific assignment or circumstances of events. Reference policy: AE 04 Firearms.
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585 585  11. Additional belt Keepers with same criteria;
586 586  11. Additional magazine holders with same criteria.
587 587  
592 +
588 588  **AB 06_113 __MEDICAL STAFF__**
589 589  
590 590  1. Shirt:
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599 599  11. White;
600 600  11. Athletic style shoe.
601 601  
607 +
602 602  **AB 06_115 __SPECIAL DUTY__**
603 603  
604 604  1. A Special Duty uniform may be substituted for a Class-B uniform, if applicable. Deviations from the established uniform policies and/or procedures may be necessary for individuals in Special Duty assignments. However, such deviations must be specifically approved by the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division Chief Deputy.
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627 627  11. Pant: Same model and style as the Class C Uniform unless others are specifically approved by the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division Chief Deputy.
628 628  111. K9 Handler: 5.11 Taclite Pro, Coyote color.
629 629  
636 +
630 630  **AB 06_116 __GROOMING AND APPEARANCE__**
631 631  
632 632  1. Appearance:
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640 640  111. Uniforms shall be clean and wrinkle-free;
641 641  111. Pockets shall not be filled so as to create an unsightly bulge;
642 642  111. Frayed, torn, patched, faded, or mended items are not allowed.
643 -11. Special assignments may require standards either more strict or more lenient than outlined herein. Ultimate approval of any attire rests with the sheriff or designee.
644 644  1. Grooming:
645 645  11. Tattoos, body art, and/or brands:
646 -111. Shall not be permitted on the face, neck, or scalp;
647 -111. That are obscene, sexually explicit, discriminatory (sex, race, religion, etc.) shall not be permitted;
652 +111. Shall not be permitted on the hands, face, neck, or scalp;
653 +111. That are excessive, obscene, sexually explicit, discriminatory (sex, race, religion, etc.) shall not be permitted;
648 648  111. That advocate or symbolize gangs, drugs, or extremist groups shall not be permitted;
649 -111. Unapproved body art shall not be visible while wearing uniform attire.
655 +111. Shall not be visible while wearing uniform attire. Tattoos on arms shall be covered by wearing a long sleeved uniform shirt (no bandage-type wraps).
650 650  11. Cosmetics shall be subdued and blended to match the natural skin color of the individual.
651 651  11. False eyelashes are prohibited.
652 652  11. Fingernails shall not extend further than one fourth inch beyond the end of the fingertip.
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654 654  11. Hair:
655 655  111. Must be clean and neat;
656 656  111. Styles and colors that depart from the normal, conservative community standards shall not be permitted;
657 -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);
663 +111. For women: 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);
664 +111. For men: Does not extend further than one inch below the bottom of the earlobe.
658 658  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);
659 659  111. Shall not be visible on the forehead when a hat is worn;
660 660  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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663 663  111. Shall not extend greater than two inches from the scalp for natural-styles;
664 664  111. Wigs and hair-pieces are permitted as long as they conform to the standards herein.
665 665  111. Staff shall be clean-shaven at the beginning of their shift.
666 -111. Facial hair on the jaw below the side burns is prohibited except as outlined below.
673 +111. Facial hair on the jaw below the side burns is prohibited.
667 667  111. Mustaches:
668 668  1111. Shall be neatly trimmed;
669 669  1111. Shall not extend further than the corners of the mouth;
670 670  1111. Shall not extend below the vermilion border of the top lip;
671 671  1111. The sides shall not extend below the bottom lip.
672 -111. Goatees:
673 -1111. A neatly trimmed and maintained Goatee may be worn.
674 674  111. Side burns:
675 675  1111. Must be neatly trimmed and extend straight down without flare;
676 676  1111. Shall not extend below the bottom of the ear;
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677 677  1111. Shall be trimmed with a horizontal line on the bottom;
678 678  1111. Shall not extend more than one fourth of an inch out from the surface of the face.
679 679  
685 +
680 680  **AB 06_117 __JEWELRY__**
681 681  
682 682  1. Approved:
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689 689  11. Visible anklets;
690 690  11. Earrings
691 691  
698 +
692 692  **AB 06_118 __BADGE SHROUD__**
693 693  
694 694  1. Badge shrouds should be worn at the direction of the Sheriff.
695 -1. The badge shroud shall consist of a plain black ribbon between one half (1/2) and one (1) inch in width.
696 696  1. Badge shrouds should be worn over the badge in the direction of bottom right to top left (direction of right arm with right hand over heart).
697 697  
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698 698  **AB 06_119 __INSPECTIONS__**
699 699  
700 700  1. Supervisors shall regularly inspect that the attire and grooming standards are being followed by the employees under their direct command.
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701 701  1. A formal uniform inspection may be conducted once a year or more for all Certified Staff. This inspection shall be conducted by a lieutenant or above-ranking WCSO official.
702 702  1. Other inspections may be conducted by or under the direction of the Sheriff.
703 703  
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704 704  **AB 06_120 __PROHIBITIONS__**
705 705  
706 706  1. Uniforms shall not be worn by candidates for office or their supporters while they are engaged in campaigning activities.
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707 707  1. Uniforms shall not be worn while speaking at public or community groups without specific permission from the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division chief deputy.
708 708  1. Uniform items shall not be mixed (e.g., uniform shirt with blue jeans or uniform coat with non-uniform attire).
709 709  
718 +
710 710  **AB 06_121 __EXCEPTIONS__**
711 711  
712 712  1. Identifying uniform items may be worn by Certified Staff when responding to an emergency while off duty.