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1 **Washington County Sheriff's Office**
2
3 **ADMINISTRATIVE DIVISION**
4
5 Policy Manual
6
7
8 Volume: AB
9
10 Staff Management
11
12 Chapter: 06
13
14 Attire and Grooming
15
16
17 Replaces and/or Supersedes:
18
19 AB 06 06/14/2011
20
21 Published:
22
23 01/26/2015
24
25 Review Date:
26
27 07/26/2016
28
29
30 Sheriff Cory C. Pulsipher
31
32 Undersheriff Bart Bailey
33
34
35 __**TABLE OF CONTENTS**__
36
37 AB 06_101 Definitions
38
39 AB 06_102 General
40
41 AB 06_103 Uniform Purchase
42
43 AB 06_104 Certified Staff
44
45 AB 06_105 Non-Certified Staff
46
47 AB 06_106 Exempt Staff
48
49 AB 06_107 Class-A Uniform
50
51 AB 06_108 Class-B Uniform
52
53 AB 06_109 Class-C Uniform
54
55 AB 06_110 Meetings and Training
56
57 AB 06_111 Business Attire
58
59 AB 06_112 Casual Business Attire
60
61 AB 06_113 Weapons Post
62
63 AB 06_114 Medical Staff
64
65 AB 06_115 Special Duty
66
67 AB 06_116 Grooming and Appearance
68
69 AB 06_117 Jewelry
70
71 AB 06_118 Badge Shroud
72
73 AB 06_119 Inspections
74
75 AB 06_120 Prohibitions
76
77 AB 06_121 Exceptions
78
79
80 **AB 06_101 __DEFINITIONS__**
81
82 1. WCSO: Washington County Sheriff's Office
83 1. PCF: Purgatory Correctional Facility
84 1. Weapons Post: Any position or assignment that requires the individual to carry a firearm.
85 1. On-Duty: Officially representing the WCSO.
86
87
88 **AB 06_102 __GENERAL__**
89
90 1. Policy:
91 11. Employees shall wear approved attire while on duty, as outlined in this policy.
92 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.
93 11. Employees shall maintain a neat and well-groomed appearance while on duty.
94 1. Rationale:
95 11. Approved uniforms:
96 111. Provide personal identification of the individual;
97 111. Provide identification of the WCSO as the individual's employer; and
98 111. Indicate the level and scope of authority of the individual.
99 11. Unapproved uniform items:
100 111. May cause confusion; and
101 111. Detract from the established image of the uniform set.
102 11. A neat and well-groomed appearance enhances the image of the employee and the WCSO.
103
104
105 **AB 06_103 __UNIFORM PURCHASE__**
106
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). 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 1. Employees are responsible for their own uniform purchasing, cleaning, repair, and replacements.
110 1. Employees shall replace items before they are so worn or damaged that the items present an unacceptable appearance.
111 1. Employees shall replace items when they no longer meet current specifications.
112 1. The burden is on the individual employee to ensure that specific uniform purchase items are approved by the WCSO.
113 1. The WCSO will not reimburse an individual who has made an incorrect purchase.
114
115
116 **AB 06_104 __CERTIFIED STAFF__**
117
118 1. For the purposes of this policy, Certified Staff include only:
119 11. Utah POST-certified peace officers;
120 1. Certified Staff shall possess complete:
121 11. Class-A uniform set;
122 11. Class-B uniform set (minimum of three sets); and
123 11. Class-C uniform set.
124 1. Certified Staff shall carry a firearm when wearing a visible identifying uniform or uniform item displaying certified status (badge, shoulder patches, star patch, etc.). This shall be done within compliance of other current policy, specifically the firearms policy.
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 1. Exceptions may be granted by the Sheriff.
127
128
129 **AB 06_105 __NON-CERTIFIED STAFF__**
130
131 1. For the purposes of this policy, Non-Certified Staff include all employees who do not meet the requirements of Certified Staff.
132 1. Non-Certified Staff shall possess at least three complete Class-C uniform sets.
133 1. The Class-C uniform set shall be worn by all Non-Certified Staff while on duty.
134 1. Non-Certified Staff shall not wear a Class-A or Class-B uniform set.
135 1. Non-Certified Staff shall not wear a uniform or uniform items displaying certified status (badge, shoulder patches, star patch, etc.).
136
137
138 **AB 06_106 __EXEMPT STAFF__**
139
140 1. For purposes of this policy, Exempt Staff include:
141 11. The Sheriff;
142 11. The Undersheriff;
143 11. Chief deputies;
144 11. Lieutenants;
145 11. The Medical Director;
146 11. Detectives;
147 11. Information Technology employees; and
148 11. Any other staff or position designated by the Sheriff.
149 1. Exempt staff:
150 11. Are exempt from wearing the day-to-day uniform sets (Class-A, Class-B, and Class-C) as described herein; however, they maintain the option to do so;
151 11. May wear business attire as described herein; and
152 11. May wear casual business attire as described herein, with specific approval from the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or their chief deputy.
153 1. For Exempt Staff, business and casual business attire shirts may display WCSO insignias as follows:
154 11. Port Authority brand, styles S508, S608, L508, or L608, L633, S633, L632, and S632.
155 11. Long sleeved or short sleeved.
156 11. Approved colors (only these colors are approved):
157 111. Black;
158 111. Burgundy;
159 111. Clover
160 111. Light Blue;
161 111. Mediterranean;
162 111. Navy;
163 111. Steel; and
164 111. Stone.
165 11. Name, rank, and position as detailed for Class-C uniform shirt.
166 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.
167
168
169 **AB 06_107 __CLASS-A UNIFORM__**
170
171 1. The Class-A uniform set:
172 11. Shall normally be reserved for special occasions. Special occasions include but are not limited to:
173 111. Academy graduations;
174 111. Funerals;
175 111. Parade participation; and
176 111. Other approved occasions.
177 11. Shall only be worn when approved or directed by a supervisor.
178 1. Mandatory:
179 11. Uniform shirt:
180 111. White (including epaulets and pockets);
181 111. Long sleeved;
182 111. Epaulets on shoulders;
183 111. Two pleated pockets with three-point flaps;
184 111. Gold-colored buttons with an “S” on pockets and epaulets;
185 111. WCSO shoulder patches on both shoulders, attached one inch below shoulder stitch line, and centered with epaulet center line.
186 111. All buttons fastened;
187 111. Approved brands/styles:
188 1111. The Force (Horace Small); Deputy Deluxe Men's Style, #HS1125.
189 1111. The Force (Horace Small); Deputy Deluxe, Women's style, #HS1177.
190 1111. The Force (Horace Small); Sentry Men's style, #HS1149
191 1111. The Force (Horace Small); Sentry Women's style, #HS1190
192 1111. Fechheimer (Flying Cross) Duro Poplin, Women's Style #126R54.
193 1111. Fechheimer(Flying Cross) Duro Poplin, Men's Style, #35W54.
194 11. Undershirt:
195 111. Solid white;
196 111. May be short or long sleeved;
197 111. May be thermal style.
198 11. Tie:
199 111. Solid black color;
200 111. Tied or clip-on;
201 111. No bow, bolo, or cross-over ties.Tie Tack:
202 1111. Only the current official WCSO tie tack is approved to wear (other previously approved WCSO tie tacks/bars are not approved to wear);
203 11. Badge:
204 111. WCSO badge will be worn centered above the left, front shirt pocket.
205 11. Name Bar:
206 111. Brass (gold color) with block, black, all capital lettering;
207 111. Width: 2 and 1/4 inches;
208 111. Height: 3/8 inch;
209 111. Shall include the first letter of the first name, followed by a period, followed by a space, followed by the full last name;
210 111. Shall be worn centered directly above and parallel to the right shirt pocket with no space between the top edge of the pocket and the name bar.
211 11. Service Stars:
212 111. Small size;
213 111. Brass (gold color);
214 111. Shall be attached to or worn directly above the name bar;
215 111. Each single star shall represent five years of service as a certified officer.
216 11. Whistle Chain:
217 111. Brass (gold color);
218 111. Shall be attached to the right epaulet button and terminate inside the right, front pocket.
219 11. Pants:
220 111. Solid black color;
221 111. Approved brands/styles:
222 1111. Flying Cross (Fechheimer) dress pant #42281 men's style;
223 1111. Flying Cross (Fechheimer) dress pant #45281 women's style;
224 1111. Flying Cross (Fechheimer) pant #3910 men's style;
225 1111. Flying Cross (Fechheimer) pant #3960 women's style.
226 11. Belt:
227 111. Black;
228 111. Leather;
229 111. Basket-weave;
230 111. Height: 1 and 3/4 inches;
231 111. Buckle:
232 1111. Brass (gold color);
233 1111. Width: 2 inches;
234 1111. Height: 2 and 1/4 inches.
235 11. Shoes:
236 111. Solid black color;
237 111. Low quarter dress shoes;
238 111. Patent leather (high-gloss pseudo leather is an approved alternative).
239 11. Socks:
240 111. Solid black color;
241 111. Crew or long-length.
242 11. Timepiece:
243 111. All employees are required to have a timepiece while on duty;
244 111. Must be conservative in color, size and style.
245 11. Insignia of rank (if applicable): Pins shall be worn on both collars of the uniform shirt as specified below:
246 111. Sheriff, Undersheriff, and chief deputies:
247 1111. Shall be aligned so that the insignia touches both seam stitches on each collar.
248 111. Lieutenants:
249 1111. Shall be horizontally centered on each collar above and directly along the seam of the bottom of each collar.
250 111. Sergeants:
251 1111. Shall be centered on both collars with the center line of the insignia bisecting the points of each collar and positioned one inch up from the collar point.
252 11. Award Pins:
253 111. Shall be worn centered with and above the name bar (with a maximum of two pins wide);
254 111. Any pins awarded by the WCSO shall be worn (excluding Honor Guard members);
255 111. Currently certified CIT staff shall wear the CIT pin;
256 111. All pins received from sources other than the WCSO shall not be worn (excluding the CIT pin);
257 111. Exceptions may be granted by the Sheriff.
258 11. Honor Guard:
259 111. Shoulder cords shall be worn in lieu of whistle chain:
260 1111. Gold color;
261 1111. Double circle;
262 1111. Braided;
263 1111. Worn on the right shoulder.
264 111. Solid white gloves;
265 111. If carried, cell phones will not be visible (no carry cases);
266 111. No pins other than the Honor Guard commendation bar, name bar, and service stars shall be worn;
267 111. No bulges in pockets.
268 11. Jacket for Sheriff, Undersheriff, chief deputies, & lieutenants:
269 111. Black;
270 111. Fecheimer 32175;
271 111. WCSO badge will be worn centered above the left, front shirt pocket;
272 111. Gold-colored buttons with an “S” on front pockets and epaulets;
273 111. WCSO shoulder patches on both shoulders, attached one inch below shoulder stitch line, and centered with epaulet center line;
274 111. Name Bar: same as with Class-A shirt;
275 111. Award Pins: same as with Class-A shirt;
276 111. Gold-colored sleeve piping on both sleeves:
277 1111. Sheriff: 5 pipes;
278 1111. Undersheriff: 4 pipes;
279 1111. Chief Deputy: 3 pipes;
280 1111. Lieutenant: 2 pipes.
281 11. Cell Phone:
282 111. If carried in a visible case, the case must be solid black in color.
283
284
285 **AB 06_108 __CLASS-B UNIFORM__**
286
287 1. The Class-B uniform set should be worn as the regular day-to-day working uniform for all Certified Staff.
288 1. The Class-B uniform may be worn to training sessions, provided that other criteria are met (e.g., firearms).
289 1. Mandatory:
290 11. Uniform shirt:
291 111. Tan or Silver Tan color (including epaulets and pockets);
292 111. Short sleeved;
293 111. Epaulets on shoulders;
294 111. Two pleated pockets with three-point flaps;
295 111. WCSO shoulder patches: same as with Class-A uniform set;
296 111. Top button only unfastened;
297 111. Only the following brands/styles are approved:
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 1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1222 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
303 1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1124 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
304 1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1277 Short Sleeve, Women's Style;
305 1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1176 Long Sleeve, Women's Syle;
306 1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1248 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
307 1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1148 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
308 1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1291 Short Sleeve Women's Style;
309 1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1189 Long Sleeve, Women's Style.
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.
323 11. Undershirt:
324 111. Solid black;
325 111. Crew neck style;
326 111. Shall not be exposed beyond uniform shirt sleeve.
327 11. Badge: same as Class-A uniform set.
328 11. Name Bar: same as Class-A uniform set.
329 11. Service Stars: same as Class-A uniform set.
330 11. A whistle chain shall not be worn with a Class-B uniform.
331 11. Pants:
332 111. Solid black color;
333 111. Only the following brands/styles are approved:
334 1111. Blauer #8810X, Men's Style;
335 1111. Blauer #8810WX, Women's Syle;
336 1111. Blauer #8980, Men's Style;
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.
346 11. Belt: same as Class-A uniform set.
347 11. Shoes/Boots:
348 111. Solid black color;
349 111. Full grain leather or nylon/leather construction;
350 111. Capable of holding a shine;
351 111. Dress, military, or law enforcement style shoes or boots.
352 11. Socks:
353 111. Solid black; or
354 111. White, as long as socks are not visible when in sitting position.
355 11. Timepiece: same as Class-A uniform set.
356 11. Insignia of rank (if applicable):
357 111. Sheriff, Undersheriff, chief deputies, and lieutenants: same as Class-A uniform set.
358 111. Sergeants:
359 1111. Cloth insignia shoulder patches shall be worn on each arm of the uniform shirt;
360 1111. Chevrons shall be pointed up;
361 1111. The top point of each insignia patch shall be a quarter inch below and centered with the center line of the shoulder patch;
362 1111. Insignia pins shall not be worn on the Class-B uniform.
363 11. Handcuff Case (and handcuffs):
364 111. Black;
365 111. Basket-weave;
366 111. Black or brass (gold) colored snaps only, if applicable;
367 111. Handcuffs must be silver or black colored only;
368 111. Employees may carry one or two sets of handcuffs;
369 111. Employees may be exempted from carrying handcuffs by their division chief deputy or above-ranking WCSO official.
370 11. Radio:
371 111. Each employee that is issued a two-way radio is required to:
372 1111. Wear the radio while on duty, unless otherwise exempt;
373 1111. Ensure the radio is in good working condition.
374 111. External radio microphone pieces:
375 1111. Shall be solid black in color;
376 1111. May be clear (non-colored) if an earbud style.
377 1. Optional:
378 11. Long Sleeved Uniform Shirt:
379 11. A long sleeved Class-B uniform shirt may be worn instead of the short sleeved uniform shirt;
380
381 All criteria for the Class-B short sleeved uniform shirt apply (color, patches, pins, brand/style, etc.);
382
383 When a long sleeved Class-B uniform shirt is worn:
384
385 Sleeves will be completely buttoned; and
386
387 A solid black, crew neck style undershirt shall be worn; or
388
389 A solid black mock turtle neck with “WCSO” in gold block lettering embroidered on the center and front of the neck may be worn under the uniform shirt; or
390
391 A tie may be worn (specifications identical to Class-A uniform set).
392
393 All other Class-B uniform set criteria apply (pants, shoes, etc.).
394
395
396 Coat/Jacket:
397
398 Solid black color (including collar);
399
400 No fur or mock fur collars;
401
402 No hoods;
403
404 Gold-colored buttons with an “S” on the epaulets and front pockets (if applicable);
405
406 WCSO shoulder patches on both shoulders, attached one inch below shoulder stitch line, and centered with epaulet center line;
407
408 WCSO badge or the current WCSO cloth star patch over left breast (other previously approved cloth patches are not approved).
409
410 The insignia of rank (if applicable):
411
412 Insignia pins or patches shall be worn on the coat/jacket but not both;
413
414 Pins shall be worn on the coat/jacket in addition to the uniform shirt insignia and in the same manner.
415
416 Patches should be a quarter inch below and centered with the center line of the shoulder patch (chevrons pointed up).
417
418 The following brands/styles are approved and suggested, but not required:
419
420 Blauer #6120;
421
422 Horace Small APX.
423
424 Fleece jacket (without shoulder patches).
425
426 Cell Phone: Same as Class-A uniform set.
427
428 Flashlight:
429
430 Solid black color;
431
432 Carry case:
433
434 Solid black;
435
436 Basket weave pattern.
437
438 May be required, as directed by division chief deputy or above-ranking WCSO official, due to specific post.
439
440 Duty Gloves:
441
442 Solid black color;
443
444 Full fingers.
445
446 Key Case:
447
448 Solid black color;
449
450 Basket weave pattern;
451
452 Must conceal keys from view.
453
454 Award Pins:
455
456 Shall be worn centered with and above the name bar (with a maximum of two pins wide);
457
458 Any pins awarded by the WCSO may be worn;
459
460 Currently certified CIT staff may wear the CIT pin;
461
462 All pins received from sources other than the WCSO shall not be worn (excluding CIT pin);
463
464 Exceptions may be granted by the Sheriff.
465
466 Hat:
467
468 Solid black, knit-stocking style; or
469
470 Solid black, ball-cap style with “SHERIFF” embroidered in gold, block lettering on the front, center.
471
472 Solid tan, ball-cap style with “SHERIFF” embroidered in black, block lettering on the front, center.
473
474 Gloves Case:
475
476 May carry more than one;
477
478 Solid black color;
479
480 Basket weave pattern.
481
482 Oleoresin Capsicum (OC):
483
484 Carry case:
485
486 Solid black color;
487
488 Basket-weave pattern.
489
490 Taser:
491
492 Black holster;
493
494 Not permitted for general carry in secure PCF areas.
495
496 ASP:
497
498 Not permitted for general carry in secure PCF areas;
499
500 Carry case:
501
502 Solid black color;
503
504 Basket-weave pattern.
505
506
507
508 CLASS-C UNIFORM
509
510 The Class-C uniform:
511
512 Should be worn as the day-to-day working uniform set for Non-Certified Staff;
513
514 Shall be worn by Certified Staff when working in a light-duty capacity;
515
516 May be worn to training sessions, provided that other criteria are met (e.g., firearms);
517
518 May be worn on occasions specifically permitted by a lieutenant or above-ranking WCSO official.
519
520 May be worn by Certified Staff in select positions:
521
522 Transport (out-of-county transports only);
523
524 Warrant Service;
525
526 Work Crews; and
527
528 Other, as determined by a chief or above-ranking WCSO official.
529
530 Mandatory:
531
532 Shirt:
533
534 Color:
535
536 General staff: “Tan” or “Silver Tan” (for both Certified Staff and Non-Certified Staff);
537
538 Short sleeved or long sleeved;
539
540 Polo style;
541
542 Top button only unfastened;
543
544 Badge/WCSO Insignia:
545
546 Embroidered over left breast;
547
548 Black, block lettering;
549
550 Certified Staff: 3-inch WCSO star insignia;
551
552 Non-Certified Staff: 3-inch WCSO sunrise insignia (no star).
553
554 Name:
555
556 Embroidered over right breast;
557
558
559 Black, block lettering (not all capitalized), 0.30 inch height;
560
561
562 First letter of the first name, followed by a period, followed by a space, followed by the full last name;
563
564 Rank:
565
566 Black, all capitalized, block embroidered lettering, 0.25 inch height;
567
568 Centered below name;
569
570 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).
571
572 Only the following brands/styles are approved (for certified and non-certified staff):
573
574 5.11 Performance Polo, men's style #71049 Short sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
575
576 5.11 Performance Polo, women's style #61165 Short sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
577
578 5.11 Performance Polo, style #72049, Long Sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
579
580
581 Cornerstone Tactical Polo, men's style #CS410 Short sleeve, “Tan.”
582
583
584 Cornerstone Tactical Polo, #CS410LS Long Sleeve, “Tan.”
585
586
587 Cornerstone Tactical Polo, women's style #CS411 Short sleeve, “Tan.”
588
589
590 Port Authority, Silk Touch, men's style: K500, “Stone” may be worn through June 30, 2014.
591
592 Port Authority, Silk Touch, women's style: L500, “Stone” may be worn through June 30, 2014.
593
594 Port Authority, silk touch, Style: K500LS or L500LS, “Stone,” may be worn through June 30, 2014.
595
596 Blauer Armorskin, Streetshirt #8471, long sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
597
598 Blauer Armorskin, Streetshirt #8472, short sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
599
600 Undershirt:
601
602 Certified Staff: Solid black, crew neck;
603
604 Non-Certified Staff: Undershirt is optional.
605
606 Approved undershirts: solid white, crew neck;
607
608 Shall not extend beyond the sleeves of the uniform shirt.
609
610 Pants: Same as Class-B uniform set.
611
612 Belt: Same as Class-A uniform set.
613
614 Shoes/Boots: Same as Class-B uniform set.
615
616 Socks: Same as Class-B uniform set.
617
618 Timepiece: Same as Class-A uniform set.
619
620 Radio: Same as Class-B uniform set (applies to Certified Staff and Non-Certified Staff).
621
622
623 Optional:
624
625 Cell Phone: Same as Class-A uniform set.
626
627 Flashlight: same as Class-B uniform set (for Certified Staff and Non-Certified Staff);
628
629 Uniform shorts:
630
631 Are approved to be worn by:
632
633 Bicycle Patrol;
634
635 Work Crew Unit;
636
637 Other by specific approval by a chief or above-ranking WCSO official.
638
639 Black color;
640
641 With side pockets;
642
643 The following brand/style is approved and suggested but not required: Blauer; bike short; #8841-1.
644
645 Coat/Jacket:
646
647 Certified Staff: same as Class-B uniform set;
648
649 Non-Certified Staff:
650
651 Solid black color (including collar);
652
653 No fur or mock fur collars;
654
655 No hoods;
656
657
658 May be pull-over style;
659
660 No patches, badges, pins, or other WCSO emblems or markings.
661
662 Duty Gloves: Same as Class-B uniform set.
663
664 Award pins shall not be worn with the Class-C uniform set (excluding the CIT pin which may be worn).
665
666 Hat:
667
668 Certified: Same as Class-B uniform set;
669
670 Non-Certified:
671
672 Same as the Class-B uniform set without the “SHERIFF” lettering.
673
674 Not approved for clerical staff.
675
676 Key Case: Same as Class-B uniform set.
677
678 Gloves Case: Same as Class-B uniform set.
679
680 Oleoresin Capsicum (OC): Same as Class-B uniform set.
681
682 Taser: Same as Class-B uniform set.
683
684 ASP: Same as Class-B uniform set.
685
686
687
688 MEETINGS AND TRAINING
689
690 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.
691
692
693 BUSINESS ATTIRE
694
695 Shirt:
696
697 Collared;
698
699 Short sleeved or long sleeved;
700
701 No halter tops, crop-tops, or belly shirts.
702
703 Pants:
704
705 Dress pants (no carpenter or cargo styles);
706
707 Women may wear a comparable business dress or skirt;
708
709 No shorts.
710
711 No worn or frayed items.
712
713 No flip flops.
714
715
716
717 CASUAL BUSINESS ATTIRE
718
719 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.
720
721 Shirt:
722
723 Collared;
724
725 Short sleeved or long sleeved;
726
727 No halter tops, crop-tops, or belly shirts.
728
729 Pants:
730
731 Denim is approved;
732
733 Cargo or carpenter styles are approved;
734
735 Women may wear a comparable business dress or skirt;
736
737 No shorts;
738
739 No worn or frayed items
740
741 .
742
743 No flip flops
744
745
746
747 WEAPONS POST
748
749 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.
750
751 Mandatory:
752
753 Firearm;
754
755 Belt for holster:
756
757 Solid black color;
758
759 Basket-weave pattern;
760
761 Height: Approximately 2 1/8 inches;
762
763 Buckle (optional) must be brass (gold color);
764
765 Snaps of belt Keepers shall be gold or black color.
766
767 Holster:
768
769 Solid black color;
770
771 Leather, pseudo leather, or composite material;
772
773 Basket weave or simulated pattern;
774
775 Must have at least one retaining device.
776
777 Magazine Holder:
778
779 Solid black color;
780
781 Basket weave or simulated pattern;
782
783 Leather, pseudo leather, or composite material.
784
785
786 Optional:
787
788 Additional belt Keepers with same criteria;
789
790 Additional magazine holders with same criteria.
791
792
793
794 MEDICAL STAFF
795
796 Shirt:
797
798 Any color approved by Medical Director;
799
800 Scrub-style;
801
802 A white t-shirt or turtle neck may be worn under the scrub top.
803
804 Pants:
805
806 Any color approved by Medical Director, scrub-style; or
807
808 Tan color, casual dress pants;
809
810 No dresses, skirts, or shorts.
811
812 Footwear:
813
814 White;
815
816 Athletic style shoe.
817
818
819
820 SPECIAL DUTY
821
822 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.
823
824 Special Duty assignments include; but, are not limited to:
825
826 CNU;
827
828 Drug Task Force;
829
830 Emergency Services Division;
831
832 PT Coordinators;
833
834 Range Masters;
835
836 SWAT;
837
838 Undercover assignments;
839
840 K9 Handlers
841
842 Other, as determined by chief or above-ranking WCSO official; and
843
844 Shirts:
845
846 Same model and style as the Class C Uniform unless others are specifically approved by the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division Chief Deputy.
847
848 Colors:
849
850 Crisis Negotiations Unit (CNU): Dark Green;
851
852 Emergency Service Division: Navy Blue;
853
854 Range Masters: Red;
855
856 K9 Handler: Dark Green
857
858 Other colors (if applicable) for different positions are specifically approved by the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division Chief Deputy.
859
860 Badge, Name, and Rank:
861
862 Same as described in the Class C Uniform
863
864 Position:
865
866 Position title (e.g. Crisis Negotiations Unit, Range Master) embroidered below rank in black ¼ inch lettering.
867
868 Pant: Same model and style as the Class C Uniform unless others are specifically approved by the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division Chief Deputy.
869
870 K9 Handler: 5.11 Taclite Pro, Coyote color.
871
872
873
874 GROOMING AND APPEARANCE
875
876 Appearance:
877
878 Attire shall be worn and maintained in a neat and presentable manner at all times.
879
880 The following criteria shall be followed:
881
882 Attire shall fit appropriately (not too tight or too loose);
883
884 Brass articles shall be clean and untarnished;
885
886 The shirt badge shall be clean with no visible abrasive marks;
887
888 Leather items shall be clean and polished;
889
890 Footwear shall be in good condition and polished or evenly colored;
891
892 Uniforms shall be clean and wrinkle-free;
893
894 Pockets shall not be filled so as to create an unsightly bulge;
895
896 Frayed, torn, patched, faded, or mended items are not allowed.
897
898 Grooming:
899
900 Tattoos, body art, and/or brands:
901
902 Shall not be permitted on the hands, face, neck, or scalp;
903
904 That are excessive, obscene, sexually explicit, discriminatory (sex, race, religion, etc.) shall not be permitted;
905
906 That advocate or symbolize gangs, drugs, or extremist groups shall not be permitted;
907
908 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).
909
910 Cosmetics shall be subdued and blended to match the natural skin color of the individual.
911
912 False eyelashes are prohibited.
913
914 Fingernails shall not extend further than one fourth inch beyond the end of the fingertip.
915
916 Fingernail polish, if worn, shall be a soft shade which compliments the natural skin tone of the individual.
917
918 Hair:
919
920 Must be clean and neat;
921
922 Styles and colors that depart from the normal, conservative community standards shall not be permitted;
923
924 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);
925
926 For men: Does not extend further than one inch below the bottom of the earlobe.
927
928 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);
929
930 Shall not be visible on the forehead when a hat is worn;
931
932 May be combed over the ears; but, shall taper naturally into the hair not more than two inches in front of the ears;
933
934 No decorations shall be worn in the hair;
935
936 Hair combs, clips, or pins that match the color of the hair may be worn;
937
938 Shall not extend greater than two inches from the scalp for natural-styles;
939
940 Wigs and hair-pieces are permitted as long as they conform to the standards herein.
941
942 Staff shall be clean-shaven at the beginning of their shift.
943
944 Facial hair on the jaw below the side burns is prohibited.
945
946
947
948 Mustaches:
949
950 Shall be neatly trimmed;
951
952 Shall not extend further than the corners of the mouth;
953
954 Shall not extend below the vermilion border of the top lip;
955
956 The sides shall not extend below the bottom lip.
957
958
959 Side burns:
960
961 Must be neatly trimmed and extend straight down without flare;
962
963 Shall not extend below the bottom of the ear;
964
965 Shall be trimmed with a horizontal line on the bottom;
966
967 Shall not extend more than one fourth of an inch out from the surface of the face.
968
969
970
971 JEWELRY
972
973 Approved:
974
975 Medical alert jewelry.
976
977 Finger Ring:
978
979 a. One ring.
980
981 Not-Approved:
982
983 Visible necklaces;
984
985 Visible bracelets;
986
987 Visible anklets;
988
989 Earrings
990
991
992 BADGE SHROUD
993
994 Badge shrouds should be worn at the direction of the Sheriff.
995
996
997 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).
998
999
1000
1001 INSPECTIONS
1002
1003 Supervisors shall regularly inspect that the attire and grooming standards are
1004
1005 being followed by the employees under their direct command.
1006
1007 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.
1008
1009 Other inspections may be conducted by or under the direction of the Sheriff.
1010
1011
1012
1013 PROHIBITIONS
1014
1015 Uniforms shall not be worn by candidates for office or their supporters while they are engaged in campaigning activities.
1016
1017 Uniforms shall not be worn while speaking at public or community groups without specific permission from the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division chief deputy.
1018
1019 Uniform items shall not be mixed (e.g., uniform shirt with blue jeans or uniform coat with non-uniform attire).
1020
1021
1022
1023 EXCEPTIONS
1024
1025 Identifying uniform items may be worn by Certified Staff when responding to an emergency while off duty.
1026
1027 Employees may be excused by a supervisor from wearing specific items if wearing the item creates a safety hazard.
1028
1029 Employees on special assignments may be excused from the grooming standards with specific permission from the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division chief deputy.
1030
1031 With approval from the division chief deputy or above-ranking WCSO official, athletic shoes may be worn with a Class-B or Class-C uniform.