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24 24  
25 25  Review Date:
26 26  
27 -12/13/2021
27 +07/26/2016
28 28  
29 29  
30 -Sheriff Nate Brooksby
30 +Sheriff Cory C. Pulsipher
31 31  
32 -Undersheriff Barry Golding
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 -11. If there is a disagreement between an employee and supervisor regarding attire/and or grooming the Sheriff or their designee will make the final determination.
96 96  1. Rationale:
97 97  11. Approved uniforms:
98 98  111. Provide personal identification of the individual;
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103 103  111. Detract from the established image of the uniform set.
104 104  11. A neat and well-groomed appearance enhances the image of the employee and the WCSO.
105 105  
104 +
106 106  **AB 06_103 __UNIFORM PURCHASE__**
107 107  
108 108  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.
109 -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).
110 110  1. Employees are responsible for their own uniform purchasing, cleaning, repair, and replacements.
111 111  1. Employees shall replace items before they are so worn or damaged that the items present an unacceptable appearance.
112 112  1. Employees shall replace items when they no longer meet current specifications.
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113 113  1. The burden is on the individual employee to ensure that specific uniform purchase items are approved by the WCSO.
114 114  1. The WCSO will not reimburse an individual who has made an incorrect purchase.
115 115  
115 +
116 116  **AB 06_104 __CERTIFIED STAFF__**
117 117  
118 118  1. For the purposes of this policy, Certified Staff include only:
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125 125  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.
126 126  1. Exceptions may be granted by the Sheriff.
127 127  
128 +
128 128  **AB 06_105 __NON-CERTIFIED STAFF__**
129 129  
130 130  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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133 133  1. Non-Certified Staff shall not wear a Class-A or Class-B uniform set.
134 134  1. Non-Certified Staff shall not wear a uniform or uniform items displaying certified status (badge, shoulder patches, star patch, etc.).
135 135  
137 +
136 136  **AB 06_106 __EXEMPT STAFF__**
137 137  
138 138  1. For purposes of this policy, Exempt Staff include:
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163 163  11. Name, rank, and position as detailed for Class-C uniform shirt.
164 164  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.
165 165  
168 +
166 166  **AB 06_107 __CLASS-A UNIFORM__**
167 167  
168 168  1. The Class-A uniform set:
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278 278  11. Cell Phone:
279 279  111. If carried in a visible case, the case must be solid black in color.
280 280  
284 +
281 281  **AB 06_108 __CLASS-B UNIFORM__**
282 282  
283 283  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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291 291  111. WCSO shoulder patches: same as with Class-A uniform set;
292 292  111. Top button only unfastened;
293 293  111. Only the following brands/styles are approved:
294 -1111. Blauer #8446 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
295 -1111. Blauer #8675 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
296 -1111. Blauer #8436 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
297 -1111. Blauer #8670 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
298 -1111. Blauer #8446W Short Sleeve, Women's Style;
299 -1111. Blauer #8675W Short Sleeve, Women's Style;
300 -1111. Blauer #8436W Long Sleeve, Women's Style;
301 -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;
302 302  1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1222 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
303 303  1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1124 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
304 304  1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1277 Short Sleeve, Women's Style;
305 -1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1176 Long Sleeve, Women's Style;
305 +1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1176 Long Sleeve, Women's Syle;
306 306  1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1248 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
307 307  1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1148 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
308 308  1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1291 Short Sleeve Women's Style;
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331 331  11. Pants:
332 332  111. Solid black color;
333 333  111. Only the following brands/styles are approved:
334 -1111. Blauer #8665, Men's Style;
335 -1111. Blauer #8665W, Women's Syle;
334 +1111. Blauer #8810X, Men's Style;
335 +1111. Blauer #8810WX, Women's Syle;
336 336  1111. Blauer #8980, Men's Style;
337 337  1111. Blauer #8980W, Women's Style
338 +1111. Flying Cross (Fechheimer) #49300, #47300, Men's Style (with side pockets);
339 +1111. Flying Cross (Fechheimer) #49300, #47300W, Women's Style (with side pockets);
340 +1111. Flying Cross (Fechheimer) pant, #39300, Men's Style;
341 +1111. Flying Cross (Fechheimer) pant, #39300W, Women's Style;
342 +1111. 5.11 PDU Class B Twill Cargo Pant, #74326, Men's Style;
343 +1111. 5.11 PDU Class B Twill Cargo Pant, #64306, Women's Style;
344 +1111. 5.11 PDU Class B Stryke Pant, #74427, Men's Style;
345 +1111. 5.11 PDU Class B Stryke Pant, #64402, Women's Style.
338 338  11. Belt: same as Class-A uniform set.
339 339  11. Shoes/Boots:
340 340  111. Solid black color;
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357 357  111. Basket-weave;
358 358  111. Black or brass (gold) colored snaps only, if applicable;
359 359  111. Handcuffs must be silver or black colored only;
360 -111. Handcuffs must be manufactured by a reputable manufacturer (examples: Smith & Wesson, Peerless, or Hiatt);
361 -111. Handcuffs must be of the chain link style, hinged cuffs are not permitted;
362 362  111. Employees may carry one or two sets of handcuffs;
363 363  111. Employees may be exempted from carrying handcuffs by their division chief deputy or above-ranking WCSO official.
364 364  11. Radio:
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434 434  1111. Solid black color;
435 435  1111. Basket-weave pattern.
436 436  
443 +
437 437  **AB 06_109 __CLASS-C UNIFORM__**
438 438  
439 439  1. The Class-C uniform:
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449 449  1. Mandatory:
450 450  11. Shirt:
451 451  111. Color:
452 -1111. Certified staff: “Tan” or “Silver Tan”;
453 -1111. Non-Certified Staff: “Tan”, “Silver Tan”, "Dark Green", "Navy", "Light Gray", "Royal Blue";
459 +1111. General staff: “Tan” or “Silver Tan” (for both Certified Staff and Non-Certified Staff);
454 454  111. Short sleeved or long sleeved;
455 455  111. Polo style;
456 456  111. Top button only unfastened;
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523 523  11. Taser: Same as Class-B uniform set.
524 524  11. ASP: Same as Class-B uniform set.
525 525  
532 +
526 526  **AB 06_110 __MEETINGS AND TRAINING__**
527 527  
528 528  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.
529 529  
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530 530  **AB 06_111 __BUSINESS ATTIRE__**
531 531  
532 532  1. Shirt:
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540 540  1. No worn or frayed items.
541 541  1. No flip flops.
542 542  
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543 543  **AB 06_112 __CASUAL BUSINESS ATTIRE__**
544 544  
545 545  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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555 555  1. No worn or frayed items
556 556  1. No flip flops
557 557  
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558 558  **AB 06_113 __WEAPONS POST__**
559 559  
560 560  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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579 579  11. Additional belt Keepers with same criteria;
580 580  11. Additional magazine holders with same criteria.
581 581  
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582 582  **AB 06_113 __MEDICAL STAFF__**
583 583  
584 584  1. Shirt:
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593 593  11. White;
594 594  11. Athletic style shoe.
595 595  
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596 596  **AB 06_115 __SPECIAL DUTY__**
597 597  
598 598  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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621 621  11. Pant: Same model and style as the Class C Uniform unless others are specifically approved by the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division Chief Deputy.
622 622  111. K9 Handler: 5.11 Taclite Pro, Coyote color.
623 623  
636 +
624 624  **AB 06_116 __GROOMING AND APPEARANCE__**
625 625  
626 626  1. Appearance:
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634 634  111. Uniforms shall be clean and wrinkle-free;
635 635  111. Pockets shall not be filled so as to create an unsightly bulge;
636 636  111. Frayed, torn, patched, faded, or mended items are not allowed.
637 -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.
638 638  1. Grooming:
639 639  11. Tattoos, body art, and/or brands:
640 -111. Shall not be permitted on the face, neck, or scalp;
641 -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;
642 642  111. That advocate or symbolize gangs, drugs, or extremist groups shall not be permitted;
643 -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).
644 644  11. Cosmetics shall be subdued and blended to match the natural skin color of the individual.
645 645  11. False eyelashes are prohibited.
646 646  11. Fingernails shall not extend further than one fourth inch beyond the end of the fingertip.
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648 648  11. Hair:
649 649  111. Must be clean and neat;
650 650  111. Styles and colors that depart from the normal, conservative community standards shall not be permitted;
651 -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.
652 652  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);
653 653  111. Shall not be visible on the forehead when a hat is worn;
654 654  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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656 656  111. Hair combs, clips, or pins that match the color of the hair may be worn;
657 657  111. Shall not extend greater than two inches from the scalp for natural-styles;
658 658  111. Wigs and hair-pieces are permitted as long as they conform to the standards herein.
659 -111. Staff shall be in compliance with policy at the beginning of their shift.
660 -11. Facial Hair:
661 -111. All facial hair must be neatly trimmed, and extend no more than one-half (1/2) of an inch from the face.
662 -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.
663 -111. No designs (e.g. Letters, Numbers, Figures, etc.) either by shaving or coloration will be permitted.
664 -111. Unusual or atypical beards (e.g full beard absent mustache, full beard absent chin) will not be permitted.
665 -111. The neck and upper cheek area must remain clean-shaven at all times.
666 -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.
667 -111. Beards:
668 -1111. A neatly trimmed and maintained beard may be worn;
669 -1111. Must not extend below the jawline.
670 -111. Mustaches (Without beard):
671 -1111. A neatly trimmed and maintained mustache may be worn;
672 +111. Staff shall be clean-shaven at the beginning of their shift.
673 +111. Facial hair on the jaw below the side burns is prohibited.
674 +111. Mustaches:
675 +1111. Shall be neatly trimmed;
672 672  1111. Shall not extend further than the corners of the mouth;
673 673  1111. Shall not extend below the vermilion border of the top lip;
674 674  1111. The sides shall not extend below the bottom lip.
675 -111. Goatees (Without Beard):
676 -1111. A neatly trimmed and maintained Goatee may be worn.
677 -111. Sideburns (Without Beard):
678 -1111. Neatly trimmed and maintained sideburns may be worn;
679 +111. Side burns:
679 679  1111. Must be neatly trimmed and extend straight down without flare;
680 680  1111. Shall not extend below the bottom of the ear;
681 681  1111. Shall be trimmed with a horizontal line on the bottom;
682 682  1111. Shall not extend more than one fourth of an inch out from the surface of the face.
683 683  
685 +
684 684  **AB 06_117 __JEWELRY__**
685 685  
686 686  1. Approved:
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693 693  11. Visible anklets;
694 694  11. Earrings
695 695  
698 +
696 696  **AB 06_118 __BADGE SHROUD__**
697 697  
698 698  1. Badge shrouds should be worn at the direction of the Sheriff.
699 -1. The badge shroud shall consist of a plain black ribbon between one half (1/2) and one (1) inch in width.
700 700  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).
701 701  
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702 702  **AB 06_119 __INSPECTIONS__**
703 703  
704 704  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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705 705  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.
706 706  1. Other inspections may be conducted by or under the direction of the Sheriff.
707 707  
711 +
708 708  **AB 06_120 __PROHIBITIONS__**
709 709  
710 710  1. Uniforms shall not be worn by candidates for office or their supporters while they are engaged in campaigning activities.
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711 711  1. Uniforms shall not be worn while speaking at public or community groups without specific permission from the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division chief deputy.
712 712  1. Uniform items shall not be mixed (e.g., uniform shirt with blue jeans or uniform coat with non-uniform attire).
713 713  
718 +
714 714  **AB 06_121 __EXCEPTIONS__**
715 715  
716 716  1. Identifying uniform items may be worn by Certified Staff when responding to an emergency while off duty.