Skip to Content

Changes for page AB 06 Attire and Grooming

Last modified by Spencer Dobson on 2023/02/14 20:21
From version 9.3
edited by Spencer Dobson
on 2022/12/19 19:25
Change comment: There is no comment for this version
To version 2.1
edited by Ryan Larkin
on 2016/09/02 15:09
Change comment: There is no comment for this version

Summary

Details

Page properties
Author
... ... @@ -1,1 +1,1 @@
1 -XWiki.sdobson
1 +XWiki.rlarkin
Content
... ... @@ -24,12 +24,12 @@
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**__
... ... @@ -84,15 +84,13 @@
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;
... ... @@ -103,10 +103,11 @@
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.
... ... @@ -113,6 +113,7 @@
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:
... ... @@ -125,6 +125,7 @@
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.
... ... @@ -133,6 +133,7 @@
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:
... ... @@ -163,6 +163,7 @@
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:
... ... @@ -278,6 +278,7 @@
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.
... ... @@ -291,19 +291,31 @@
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 #8675 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
295 -1111. Blauer #8670 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
296 -1111. Blauer #8675W Short Sleeve, Women's Style;
297 -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;
298 298  1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1222 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
299 299  1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1124 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
300 300  1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1277 Short Sleeve, Women's Style;
301 -1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1176 Long Sleeve, Women's Style;
305 +1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1176 Long Sleeve, Women's Syle;
302 302  1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1248 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
303 303  1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1148 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
304 304  1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1291 Short Sleeve Women's Style;
305 305  1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1189 Long Sleeve, Women's Style.
306 -11. Vest Carrier Systems: Agency-issue only.
310 +11. Vest Carrier Systems
311 +111. Color: Silver Tan
312 +111. Epaulets on shoulders
313 +111. Two pleated pockets with three-point flaps;
314 +111. WCSO shoulder patches: same as with Class-A uniform set;
315 +111. Top button only unfastened;
316 +111. Only the following brands/styles are approved:
317 +1111. Elbeco V1 Vest Textrop Style #V1312 vest cover; must be worn with:
318 +11111. An approved Class B Uniform Shirt
319 +1111. Blauer Armorskin Wool Blend #8470 vest cover; must be worn with:
320 +11111. Blauer Armorskin, Streetshirt #8471 long sleeve; or
321 +11111. Blauer Armorskin, Streetshirt #8472 short sleeve; or
322 +11111. An approved Class B Uniform Shirt.
307 307  11. Undershirt:
308 308  111. Solid black;
309 309  111. Crew neck style;
... ... @@ -315,10 +315,18 @@
315 315  11. Pants:
316 316  111. Solid black color;
317 317  111. Only the following brands/styles are approved:
318 -1111. Blauer #8665, Men's Style;
319 -1111. Blauer #8665W, Women's Syle;
334 +1111. Blauer #8810X, Men's Style;
335 +1111. Blauer #8810WX, Women's Syle;
320 320  1111. Blauer #8980, Men's Style;
321 321  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.
322 322  11. Belt: same as Class-A uniform set.
323 323  11. Shoes/Boots:
324 324  111. Solid black color;
... ... @@ -341,8 +341,6 @@
341 341  111. Basket-weave;
342 342  111. Black or brass (gold) colored snaps only, if applicable;
343 343  111. Handcuffs must be silver or black colored only;
344 -111. Handcuffs must be manufactured by a reputable manufacturer (examples: Smith & Wesson, Peerless, or Hiatt);
345 -111. Handcuffs must be of the chain link style, hinged cuffs are not permitted;
346 346  111. Employees may carry one or two sets of handcuffs;
347 347  111. Employees may be exempted from carrying handcuffs by their division chief deputy or above-ranking WCSO official.
348 348  11. Radio:
... ... @@ -418,6 +418,7 @@
418 418  1111. Solid black color;
419 419  1111. Basket-weave pattern.
420 420  
443 +
421 421  **AB 06_109 __CLASS-C UNIFORM__**
422 422  
423 423  1. The Class-C uniform:
... ... @@ -433,8 +433,7 @@
433 433  1. Mandatory:
434 434  11. Shirt:
435 435  111. Color:
436 -1111. Certified staff: “Tan” or “Silver Tan”;
437 -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);
438 438  111. Short sleeved or long sleeved;
439 439  111. Polo style;
440 440  111. Top button only unfastened;
... ... @@ -507,10 +507,12 @@
507 507  11. Taser: Same as Class-B uniform set.
508 508  11. ASP: Same as Class-B uniform set.
509 509  
532 +
510 510  **AB 06_110 __MEETINGS AND TRAINING__**
511 511  
512 512  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.
513 513  
537 +
514 514  **AB 06_111 __BUSINESS ATTIRE__**
515 515  
516 516  1. Shirt:
... ... @@ -524,6 +524,7 @@
524 524  1. No worn or frayed items.
525 525  1. No flip flops.
526 526  
551 +
527 527  **AB 06_112 __CASUAL BUSINESS ATTIRE__**
528 528  
529 529  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.
... ... @@ -539,6 +539,7 @@
539 539  1. No worn or frayed items
540 540  1. No flip flops
541 541  
567 +
542 542  **AB 06_113 __WEAPONS POST__**
543 543  
544 544  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.
... ... @@ -563,6 +563,7 @@
563 563  11. Additional belt Keepers with same criteria;
564 564  11. Additional magazine holders with same criteria.
565 565  
592 +
566 566  **AB 06_113 __MEDICAL STAFF__**
567 567  
568 568  1. Shirt:
... ... @@ -577,6 +577,7 @@
577 577  11. White;
578 578  11. Athletic style shoe.
579 579  
607 +
580 580  **AB 06_115 __SPECIAL DUTY__**
581 581  
582 582  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.
... ... @@ -605,6 +605,7 @@
605 605  11. Pant: Same model and style as the Class C Uniform unless others are specifically approved by the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division Chief Deputy.
606 606  111. K9 Handler: 5.11 Taclite Pro, Coyote color.
607 607  
636 +
608 608  **AB 06_116 __GROOMING AND APPEARANCE__**
609 609  
610 610  1. Appearance:
... ... @@ -618,13 +618,12 @@
618 618  111. Uniforms shall be clean and wrinkle-free;
619 619  111. Pockets shall not be filled so as to create an unsightly bulge;
620 620  111. Frayed, torn, patched, faded, or mended items are not allowed.
621 -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.
622 622  1. Grooming:
623 623  11. Tattoos, body art, and/or brands:
624 -111. Shall not be permitted on the face, neck, or scalp;
625 -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;
626 626  111. That advocate or symbolize gangs, drugs, or extremist groups shall not be permitted;
627 -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).
628 628  11. Cosmetics shall be subdued and blended to match the natural skin color of the individual.
629 629  11. False eyelashes are prohibited.
630 630  11. Fingernails shall not extend further than one fourth inch beyond the end of the fingertip.
... ... @@ -632,7 +632,8 @@
632 632  11. Hair:
633 633  111. Must be clean and neat;
634 634  111. Styles and colors that depart from the normal, conservative community standards shall not be permitted;
635 -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.
636 636  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);
637 637  111. Shall not be visible on the forehead when a hat is worn;
638 638  111. May be combed over the ears; but, shall taper naturally into the hair not more than two inches in front of the ears;
... ... @@ -640,31 +640,20 @@
640 640  111. Hair combs, clips, or pins that match the color of the hair may be worn;
641 641  111. Shall not extend greater than two inches from the scalp for natural-styles;
642 642  111. Wigs and hair-pieces are permitted as long as they conform to the standards herein.
643 -111. Staff shall be in compliance with policy at the beginning of their shift.
644 -11. Facial Hair:
645 -111. All facial hair must be neatly trimmed, and extend no more than one-half (1/2) of an inch from the face.
646 -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.
647 -111. No designs (e.g. Letters, Numbers, Figures, etc.) either by shaving or coloration will be permitted.
648 -111. Unusual or atypical beards (e.g full beard absent mustache, full beard absent chin) will not be permitted.
649 -111. The neck and upper cheek area must remain clean-shaven at all times.
650 -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.
651 -111. Beards:
652 -1111. A neatly trimmed and maintained beard may be worn;
653 -1111. Must not extend below the jawline.
654 -111. Mustaches (Without beard):
655 -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;
656 656  1111. Shall not extend further than the corners of the mouth;
657 657  1111. Shall not extend below the vermilion border of the top lip;
658 658  1111. The sides shall not extend below the bottom lip.
659 -111. Goatees (Without Beard):
660 -1111. A neatly trimmed and maintained Goatee may be worn.
661 -111. Sideburns (Without Beard):
662 -1111. Neatly trimmed and maintained sideburns may be worn;
679 +111. Side burns:
663 663  1111. Must be neatly trimmed and extend straight down without flare;
664 664  1111. Shall not extend below the bottom of the ear;
665 665  1111. Shall be trimmed with a horizontal line on the bottom;
666 666  1111. Shall not extend more than one fourth of an inch out from the surface of the face.
667 667  
685 +
668 668  **AB 06_117 __JEWELRY__**
669 669  
670 670  1. Approved:
... ... @@ -677,12 +677,13 @@
677 677  11. Visible anklets;
678 678  11. Earrings
679 679  
698 +
680 680  **AB 06_118 __BADGE SHROUD__**
681 681  
682 682  1. Badge shrouds should be worn at the direction of the Sheriff.
683 -1. The badge shroud shall consist of a plain black ribbon between one half (1/2) and one (1) inch in width.
684 684  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).
685 685  
704 +
686 686  **AB 06_119 __INSPECTIONS__**
687 687  
688 688  1. Supervisors shall regularly inspect that the attire and grooming standards are being followed by the employees under their direct command.
... ... @@ -689,6 +689,7 @@
689 689  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.
690 690  1. Other inspections may be conducted by or under the direction of the Sheriff.
691 691  
711 +
692 692  **AB 06_120 __PROHIBITIONS__**
693 693  
694 694  1. Uniforms shall not be worn by candidates for office or their supporters while they are engaged in campaigning activities.
... ... @@ -695,6 +695,7 @@
695 695  1. Uniforms shall not be worn while speaking at public or community groups without specific permission from the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division chief deputy.
696 696  1. Uniform items shall not be mixed (e.g., uniform shirt with blue jeans or uniform coat with non-uniform attire).
697 697  
718 +
698 698  **AB 06_121 __EXCEPTIONS__**
699 699  
700 700  1. Identifying uniform items may be worn by Certified Staff when responding to an emergency while off duty.