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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
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12 Chapter: 06
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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 12/13/2021
28
29
30 Sheriff Nate Brooksby
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32 Undersheriff Barry Golding
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 **AB 06_102 __GENERAL__**
88
89 1. Policy:
90 11. Employees shall wear approved attire while on duty, as outlined in this policy.
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 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 1. Rationale:
97 11. Approved uniforms:
98 111. Provide personal identification of the individual;
99 111. Provide identification of the WCSO as the individual's employer; and
100 111. Indicate the level and scope of authority of the individual.
101 11. Unapproved uniform items:
102 111. May cause confusion; and
103 111. Detract from the established image of the uniform set.
104 11. A neat and well-groomed appearance enhances the image of the employee and the WCSO.
105
106 **AB 06_103 __UNIFORM PURCHASE__**
107
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).
110 1. Employees are responsible for their own uniform purchasing, cleaning, repair, and replacements.
111 1. Employees shall replace items before they are so worn or damaged that the items present an unacceptable appearance.
112 1. Employees shall replace items when they no longer meet current specifications.
113 1. The burden is on the individual employee to ensure that specific uniform purchase items are approved by the WCSO.
114 1. The WCSO will not reimburse an individual who has made an incorrect purchase.
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 **AB 06_105 __NON-CERTIFIED STAFF__**
129
130 1. For the purposes of this policy, Non-Certified Staff include all employees who do not meet the requirements of Certified Staff.
131 1. Non-Certified Staff shall possess at least three complete Class-C uniform sets.
132 1. The Class-C uniform set shall be worn by all Non-Certified Staff while on duty.
133 1. Non-Certified Staff shall not wear a Class-A or Class-B uniform set.
134 1. Non-Certified Staff shall not wear a uniform or uniform items displaying certified status (badge, shoulder patches, star patch, etc.).
135
136 **AB 06_106 __EXEMPT STAFF__**
137
138 1. For purposes of this policy, Exempt Staff include:
139 11. The Sheriff;
140 11. The Undersheriff;
141 11. Chief deputies;
142 11. Lieutenants;
143 11. The Medical Director;
144 11. Detectives;
145 11. Information Technology employees; and
146 11. Any other staff or position designated by the Sheriff.
147 1. Exempt staff:
148 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;
149 11. May wear business attire as described herein; and
150 11. May wear casual business attire as described herein, with specific approval from the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or their chief deputy.
151 1. For Exempt Staff, business and casual business attire shirts may display WCSO insignias as follows:
152 11. Port Authority brand, styles S508, S608, L508, or L608, L633, S633, L632, and S632.
153 11. Long sleeved or short sleeved.
154 11. Approved colors (only these colors are approved):
155 111. Black;
156 111. Burgundy;
157 111. Clover
158 111. Light Blue;
159 111. Mediterranean;
160 111. Navy;
161 111. Steel; and
162 111. Stone.
163 11. Name, rank, and position as detailed for Class-C uniform shirt.
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
166 **AB 06_107 __CLASS-A UNIFORM__**
167
168 1. The Class-A uniform set:
169 11. Shall normally be reserved for special occasions. Special occasions include but are not limited to:
170 111. Academy graduations;
171 111. Funerals;
172 111. Parade participation; and
173 111. Other approved occasions.
174 11. Shall only be worn when approved or directed by a supervisor.
175 1. Mandatory:
176 11. Uniform shirt:
177 111. White (including epaulets and pockets);
178 111. Long sleeved;
179 111. Epaulets on shoulders;
180 111. Two pleated pockets with three-point flaps;
181 111. Gold-colored buttons with an “S” on pockets and epaulets;
182 111. WCSO shoulder patches on both shoulders, attached one inch below shoulder stitch line, and centered with epaulet center line.
183 111. All buttons fastened;
184 111. Approved brands/styles:
185 1111. The Force (Horace Small); Deputy Deluxe Men's Style, #HS1125.
186 1111. The Force (Horace Small); Deputy Deluxe, Women's style, #HS1177.
187 1111. The Force (Horace Small); Sentry Men's style, #HS1149
188 1111. The Force (Horace Small); Sentry Women's style, #HS1190
189 1111. Fechheimer (Flying Cross) Duro Poplin, Women's Style #126R54.
190 1111. Fechheimer(Flying Cross) Duro Poplin, Men's Style, #35W54.
191 11. Undershirt:
192 111. Solid white;
193 111. May be short or long sleeved;
194 111. May be thermal style.
195 11. Tie:
196 111. Solid black color;
197 111. Tied or clip-on;
198 111. No bow, bolo, or cross-over ties.
199 111. Tie Tack: Only the current official WCSO tie tack is approved to wear (other previously approved WCSO tie tacks/bars are not approved to wear);
200 11. Badge:
201 111. WCSO badge will be worn centered above the left, front shirt pocket.
202 11. Name Bar:
203 111. Brass (gold color) with block, black, all capital lettering;
204 111. Width: 2 and 1/4 inches;
205 111. Height: 3/8 inch;
206 111. Shall include the first letter of the first name, followed by a period, followed by a space, followed by the full last name;
207 111. 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.
208 11. Service Stars:
209 111. Small size;
210 111. Brass (gold color);
211 111. Shall be attached to or worn directly above the name bar;
212 111. Each single star shall represent five years of service as a certified officer.
213 11. Whistle Chain:
214 111. Brass (gold color);
215 111. Shall be attached to the right epaulet button and terminate inside the right, front pocket.
216 11. Pants:
217 111. Solid black color;
218 111. Approved brands/styles:
219 1111. Flying Cross (Fechheimer) dress pant #42281 men's style;
220 1111. Flying Cross (Fechheimer) dress pant #45281 women's style;
221 1111. Flying Cross (Fechheimer) pant #3910 men's style;
222 1111. Flying Cross (Fechheimer) pant #3960 women's style.
223 11. Belt:
224 111. Black;
225 111. Leather;
226 111. Basket-weave;
227 111. Height: 1 and 3/4 inches;
228 111. Buckle:
229 1111. Brass (gold color);
230 1111. Width: 2 inches;
231 1111. Height: 2 and 1/4 inches.
232 11. Shoes:
233 111. Solid black color;
234 111. Low quarter dress shoes;
235 111. Patent leather (high-gloss pseudo leather is an approved alternative).
236 11. Socks:
237 111. Solid black color;
238 111. Crew or long-length.
239 11. Timepiece:
240 111. All employees are required to have a timepiece while on duty;
241 111. Must be conservative in color, size and style.
242 11. Insignia of rank (if applicable): Pins shall be worn on both collars of the uniform shirt as specified below:
243 111. Sheriff, Undersheriff, and chief deputies:
244 1111. Shall be aligned so that the insignia touches both seam stitches on each collar.
245 111. Lieutenants:
246 1111. Shall be horizontally centered on each collar above and directly along the seam of the bottom of each collar.
247 111. Sergeants:
248 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.
249 11. Award Pins:
250 111. Shall be worn centered with and above the name bar (with a maximum of two pins wide);
251 111. Any pins awarded by the WCSO shall be worn (excluding Honor Guard members);
252 111. Currently certified CIT staff shall wear the CIT pin;
253 111. All pins received from sources other than the WCSO shall not be worn (excluding the CIT pin);
254 111. Exceptions may be granted by the Sheriff.
255 11. Honor Guard:
256 111. Shoulder cords shall be worn in lieu of whistle chain:
257 1111. Gold color;
258 1111. Double circle;
259 1111. Braided;
260 1111. Worn on the right shoulder.
261 111. Solid white gloves;
262 111. If carried, cell phones will not be visible (no carry cases);
263 111. No pins other than the Honor Guard commendation bar, name bar, and service stars shall be worn;
264 111. No bulges in pockets.
265 11. Cell Phone:
266 111. If carried in a visible case, the case must be solid black in color.
267 11. Hats: No hats are permitted.
268
269 **AB 06_108 __CLASS-B UNIFORM__**
270
271 1. The Class-B uniform set should be worn as the regular day-to-day working uniform for all Certified Staff.
272 1. The Class-B uniform may be worn to training sessions, provided that other criteria are met (e.g., firearms).
273 1. Mandatory:
274 11. Uniform shirt:
275 111. Tan or Silver Tan color (including epaulets and pockets);
276 111. Short sleeved;
277 111. Epaulets on shoulders;
278 111. Two pleated pockets with three-point flaps;
279 111. WCSO shoulder patches: same as with Class-A uniform set;
280 111. Top button only unfastened;
281 111. Only the following brands/styles are approved:
282 1111. Blauer #8675 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
283 1111. Blauer #8670 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
284 1111. Blauer #8675W Short Sleeve, Women's Style;
285 1111. Blauer #8670W Long Sleeve, Women's Style;
286 1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1222 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
287 1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1124 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
288 1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1277 Short Sleeve, Women's Style;
289 1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1176 Long Sleeve, Women's Style;
290 1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1248 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
291 1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1148 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
292 1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1291 Short Sleeve Women's Style;
293 1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1189 Long Sleeve, Women's Style.
294 11. Vest Carrier Systems: Agency-issue only.
295 11. Undershirt:
296 111. Solid black;
297 111. Crew neck style;
298 111. Shall not be exposed beyond uniform shirt sleeve.
299 11. Badge: same as Class-A uniform set.
300 11. Name Bar: same as Class-A uniform set.
301 11. Service Stars: same as Class-A uniform set.
302 11. A whistle chain shall not be worn with a Class-B uniform.
303 11. Pants:
304 111. Solid black color;
305 111. Only the following brands/styles are approved:
306 1111. Blauer #8665, Men's Style;
307 1111. Blauer #8665W, Women's Syle;
308 1111. Blauer #8980, Men's Style;
309 1111. Blauer #8980W, Women's Style
310 11. Belt: same as Class-A uniform set.
311 11. Shoes/Boots:
312 111. Solid black color;
313 111. Full grain leather or nylon/leather construction;
314 111. Capable of holding a shine;
315 111. Dress, military, or law enforcement style shoes or boots.
316 11. Socks:
317 111. Solid black; or
318 111. White, as long as socks are not visible when in sitting position.
319 11. Timepiece: same as Class-A uniform set.
320 11. Insignia of rank (if applicable):
321 111. Sheriff, Undersheriff, chief deputies, and lieutenants: same as Class-A uniform set.
322 111. Sergeants:
323 1111. Cloth insignia shoulder patches shall be worn on each arm of the uniform shirt;
324 1111. Chevrons shall be pointed up;
325 1111. The top point of each insignia patch shall be a quarter inch below and centered with the center line of the shoulder patch;
326 1111. Insignia pins shall not be worn on the Class-B uniform.
327 11. Handcuff Case (and handcuffs):
328 111. Black;
329 111. Basket-weave;
330 111. Black or brass (gold) colored snaps only, if applicable;
331 111. Handcuffs must be silver or black colored only;
332 111. Handcuffs must be manufactured by a reputable manufacturer (examples: Smith & Wesson, Peerless, or Hiatt);
333 111. Handcuffs must be of the chain link style, hinged cuffs are not permitted;
334 111. Employees may carry one or two sets of handcuffs;
335 111. Employees may be exempted from carrying handcuffs by their division chief deputy or above-ranking WCSO official.
336 11. Radio:
337 111. Each employee that is issued a two-way radio is required to:
338 1111. Wear the radio while on duty, unless otherwise exempt;
339 1111. Ensure the radio is in good working condition.
340 111. External radio microphone pieces:
341 1111. Shall be solid black in color;
342 1111. May be clear (non-colored) if an earbud style.
343 1. Optional:
344 11. Long Sleeved Uniform Shirt:
345 111. A long sleeved Class-B uniform shirt may be worn instead of the short sleeved uniform shirt;
346 111. All criteria for the Class-B short sleeved uniform shirt apply (color, patches, pins, brand/style, etc.);
347 111. When a long sleeved Class-B uniform shirt is worn:
348 1111. Sleeves will be completely buttoned; and
349 1111. A solid black, crew neck style undershirt shall be worn; or
350 1111. 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
351 1111. A tie may be worn (specifications identical to Class-A uniform set).
352 111. All other Class-B uniform set criteria apply (pants, shoes, etc.).
353 11. Coat/Jacket:
354 111. Solid black color (including collar);
355 111. No fur or mock fur collars;
356 111. No hoods;
357 111. Gold-colored buttons with an “S” on the epaulets and front pockets (if applicable);
358 111. WCSO shoulder patches on both shoulders, attached one inch below shoulder stitch line, and centered with epaulet center line;
359 111. WCSO badge or the current WCSO cloth star patch over left breast (other previously approved cloth patches are not approved).
360 111. The insignia of rank (if applicable):
361 1111. Insignia pins or patches shall be worn on the coat/jacket but not both;
362 1111. Pins shall be worn on the coat/jacket in addition to the uniform shirt insignia and in the same manner.
363 1111. Patches should be a quarter inch below and centered with the center line of the shoulder patch (chevrons pointed up).
364 111. The following brands/styles are approved and suggested, but not required:
365 1111. Blauer #6120;
366 1111. Horace Small APX.
367 1111. Fleece jacket (without shoulder patches).
368 11. Cell Phone: Same as Class-A uniform set.
369 11. Flashlight:
370 111. Solid black color;
371 111. Carry case:
372 1111. Solid black;
373 1111. Basket weave pattern.
374 111. May be required, as directed by division chief deputy or above-ranking WCSO official, due to specific post.
375 11. Duty Gloves:
376 111. Solid black color;
377 111. Full fingers.
378 11. Key Case:
379 111. Solid black color;
380 111. Basket weave pattern;
381 111. Must conceal keys from view.
382 11. Award Pins:
383 111. Shall be worn centered with and above the name bar (with a maximum of two pins wide);
384 111. Any pins awarded by the WCSO may be worn;
385 111. Currently certified CIT staff may wear the CIT pin;
386 111. All pins received from sources other than the WCSO shall not be worn (excluding CIT pin);
387 111. Exceptions may be granted by the Sheriff.
388 11. Hat:
389 111. Solid black, knit-stocking style; or
390 111. Solid black, ball-cap style with “SHERIFF” embroidered in gold, block lettering on the front, center; or
391 111. Solid tan, ball-cap style with “SHERIFF” embroidered in black, block lettering on the front, center.
392 111. No western or cowboy hats.
393 11. Gloves Case:
394 111. May carry more than one;
395 111. Solid black color;
396 111. Basket weave pattern.
397 11. Oleoresin Capsicum (OC):
398 111. Carry case:
399 1111. Solid black color;
400 1111. Basket-weave pattern.
401 11. Taser:
402 111. Black holster;
403 111. Not permitted for general carry in secure PCF areas.
404 11. ASP:
405 111. Not permitted for general carry in secure PCF areas;
406 111. Carry case:
407 1111. Solid black color;
408 1111. Basket-weave pattern.
409
410 **AB 06_109 __CLASS-C UNIFORM__**
411
412 1. The Class-C uniform:
413 11. Should be worn as the day-to-day working uniform set for Non-Certified Staff;
414 11. Shall be worn by Certified Staff when working in a light-duty capacity;
415 11. May be worn to training sessions, provided that other criteria are met (e.g., firearms);
416 11. May be worn on occasions specifically permitted by a lieutenant or above-ranking WCSO official.
417 11. May be worn by Certified Staff in select positions:
418 111. Transport (out-of-county transports only);
419 111. Warrant Service;
420 111. Work Crews; and
421 111. Other, as determined by a chief or above-ranking WCSO official.
422 1. Mandatory:
423 11. Shirt:
424 111. Color:
425 1111. Certified staff: “Tan” or “Silver Tan”;
426 1111. Non-Certified Staff: “Tan”, “Silver Tan”, "Dark Green", "Navy", "Light Gray", "Royal Blue";
427 111. Short sleeved or long sleeved;
428 111. Polo style;
429 111. Top button only unfastened;
430 111. Badge/WCSO Insignia:
431 1111. Embroidered over left breast;
432 1111. Black, block lettering;
433 1111. Certified Staff: 3-inch WCSO star insignia;
434 1111. Non-Certified Staff: 3-inch WCSO sunrise insignia (no star).
435 111. Name:
436 1111. Embroidered over right breast;
437 1111. Black, block lettering (not all capitalized), 0.30 inch height;
438 1111. First letter of the first name, followed by a period, followed by a space, followed by the full last name;
439 111. Rank:
440 1111. Black, all capitalized, block embroidered lettering, 0.25 inch height;
441 1111. Centered below name;
442 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).
443 111. Only the following brands/styles are approved (for certified and non-certified staff):
444 1111. 5.11 Performance Polo, men's style #71049 Short sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
445 1111. 5.11 Performance Polo, women's style #61165 Short sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
446 1111. 5.11 Performance Polo, style #72049, Long Sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
447 1111. Cornerstone Tactical Polo, men's style #CS410 Short sleeve, “Tan.”
448 1111. Cornerstone Tactical Polo, #CS410LS Long Sleeve, “Tan.”
449 1111. Cornerstone Tactical Polo, women's style #CS411 Short sleeve, “Tan.”
450 1111. Port Authority, Silk Touch, men's style: K500, “Stone” may be worn through June 30, 2014.
451 1111. Port Authority, Silk Touch, women's style: L500, “Stone” may be worn through June 30, 2014.
452 1111. Port Authority, silk touch, Style: K500LS or L500LS, “Stone,” may be worn through June 30, 2014.
453 1111. Blauer Armorskin, Streetshirt #8471, long sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
454 1111. Blauer Armorskin, Streetshirt #8472, short sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
455 11. Undershirt:
456 111. Certified Staff: Solid black, crew neck;
457 111. Non-Certified Staff: Undershirt is optional.
458 1111. Approved undershirts: solid white, crew neck;
459 111. Shall not extend beyond the sleeves of the uniform shirt.
460 11. Pants: Same as Class-B uniform set.
461 11. Belt: Same as Class-A uniform set.
462 11. Shoes/Boots: Same as Class-B uniform set.
463 11. Socks: Same as Class-B uniform set.
464 11. Timepiece: Same as Class-A uniform set.
465 11. Radio: Same as Class-B uniform set (applies to Certified Staff and Non-Certified Staff).
466 1. Optional:
467 11. Cell Phone: Same as Class-A uniform set.
468 11. Flashlight: same as Class-B uniform set (for Certified Staff and Non-Certified Staff);
469 11. Uniform shorts:
470 111. Are approved to be worn by:
471 1111. Bicycle Patrol;
472 1111. Work Crew Unit;
473 1111. Other by specific approval by a chief or above-ranking WCSO official.
474 111. Black color;
475 111. With side pockets;
476 111. The following brand/style is approved and suggested but not required:
477 1111. Blauer; bike short; #8841-1.
478 11. Coat/Jacket:
479 111. Certified Staff: same as Class-B uniform set;
480 111. Non-Certified Staff:
481 1111. Solid black color (including collar);
482 1111. No fur or mock fur collars;
483 1111. No hoods;
484 1111. May be pull-over style;
485 1111. No patches, badges, pins, or other WCSO emblems or markings.
486 11. Duty Gloves: Same as Class-B uniform set.
487 11. Award pins shall not be worn with the Class-C uniform set (excluding the CIT pin which may be worn).
488 11. Hat:
489 111. Certified: Same as Class-B uniform set;
490 111. Non-Certified:
491 1111. Same as the Class-B uniform set without the “SHERIFF” lettering.
492 1111. Not approved for clerical staff.
493 11. Key Case: Same as Class-B uniform set.
494 11. Gloves Case: Same as Class-B uniform set.
495 11. Oleoresin Capsicum (OC): Same as Class-B uniform set.
496 11. Taser: Same as Class-B uniform set.
497 11. ASP: Same as Class-B uniform set.
498
499 **AB 06_110 __MEETINGS AND TRAINING__**
500
501 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.
502
503 **AB 06_111 __BUSINESS ATTIRE__**
504
505 1. Shirt:
506 11. Collared;
507 11. Short sleeved or long sleeved;
508 11. No halter tops, crop-tops, or belly shirts.
509 1. Pants:
510 11. Dress pants (no carpenter or cargo styles);
511 11. Women may wear a comparable business dress or skirt;
512 11. No shorts.
513 1. No worn or frayed items.
514 1. No flip flops.
515
516 **AB 06_112 __CASUAL BUSINESS ATTIRE__**
517
518 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.
519 1. Shirt:
520 11. Collared;
521 11. Short sleeved or long sleeved;
522 11. No halter tops, crop-tops, or belly shirts.
523 1. Pants:
524 11. Denim is approved;
525 11. Cargo or carpenter styles are approved;
526 11. Women may wear a comparable business dress or skirt;
527 11. No shorts;
528 1. No worn or frayed items
529 1. No flip flops
530
531 **AB 06_113 __WEAPONS POST__**
532
533 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.
534 1. Mandatory:
535 11. Firearm: agency-issue only.
536 11. Belt for holster:
537 111. Solid black color;
538 111. Basket-weave pattern;
539 111. Height: Approximately 2 1/8 inches;
540 111. Buckle (optional) must be brass (gold color);
541 111. Snaps of belt Keepers shall be gold or black color.
542 11. Holster: agency-issue or agency-approved only.
543 11. Magazine Holder: agency-issue or agency-approved only.
544 1. Optional:
545 11. Additional belt Keepers with same criteria;
546 11. Additional magazine holders with same criteria.
547
548 **AB 06_113 __MEDICAL STAFF__**
549
550 1. Shirt:
551 11. Any color approved by Medical Director;
552 11. Scrub-style;
553 11. A white t-shirt or turtle neck may be worn under the scrub top.
554 1. Pants:
555 11. Any color approved by Medical Director, scrub-style; or
556 11. Tan color, casual dress pants;
557 11. No dresses, skirts, or shorts.
558 1. Footwear:
559 11. White;
560 11. Athletic style shoe.
561
562 **AB 06_115 __SPECIAL DUTY__**
563
564 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.
565 1. Special Duty assignments include; but, are not limited to:
566 11. CNU;
567 11. Drug Task Force;
568 11. Emergency Services Division;
569 11. PT Coordinators;
570 11. Range Masters;
571 11. SWAT;
572 11. Undercover assignments;
573 11. K9 Handlers
574 11. Other, as determined by chief or above-ranking WCSO official; and
575 1. Shirts:
576 11. Same model and style as the Class C Uniform unless others are specifically approved by the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division Chief Deputy.
577 11. Colors:
578 111. Crisis Negotiations Unit (CNU): Gray;
579 111. Emergency Service Branch: Navy Blue;
580 111. Range Masters: Red;
581 111. K9 Handler: Dark Green;
582 111. Search and Rescue (a.k.a, Back Country): Dark Green;
583 111. Other colors (if applicable) for different positions are specifically approved by the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division Chief Deputy.
584 11. Badge, Name, and Rank:
585 111. Same as described in the Class C Uniform
586 11. Position:
587 111. Position title (e.g. Crisis Negotiations Unit, Range Master) embroidered below rank in black ¼ inch lettering.
588 11. Pant: Same model and style as the Class C Uniform unless others are specifically approved by the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division Chief Deputy.
589 111. K9 Handler: 5.11 Taclite Pro, Coyote color.
590
591 **AB 06_116 __GROOMING AND APPEARANCE__**
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593 1. Appearance:
594 11. Attire shall be worn and maintained in a neat and presentable manner at all times.
595 11. The following criteria shall be followed:
596 111. Attire shall fit appropriately (not too tight or too loose);
597 111. Brass articles shall be clean and untarnished;
598 111. The shirt badge shall be clean with no visible abrasive marks;
599 111. Leather items shall be clean and polished;
600 111. Footwear shall be in good condition and polished or evenly colored;
601 111. Uniforms shall be clean and wrinkle-free;
602 111. Pockets shall not be filled so as to create an unsightly bulge;
603 111. Frayed, torn, patched, faded, or mended items are not allowed.
604 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.
605 1. Grooming:
606 11. Tattoos, body art, and/or brands:
607 111. Shall not be permitted on the face, neck, or scalp;
608 111. That are obscene, sexually explicit, discriminatory (sex, race, religion, etc.) shall not be permitted;
609 111. That advocate or symbolize gangs, drugs, or extremist groups shall not be permitted;
610 111. Unapproved body art shall not be visible while wearing uniform attire.
611 11. Cosmetics shall be subdued and blended to match the natural skin color of the individual.
612 11. False eyelashes are prohibited.
613 11. Fingernails shall not extend further than one fourth inch beyond the end of the fingertip.
614 11. Fingernail polish, if worn, shall be a soft shade which compliments the natural skin tone of the individual.
615 11. Hair:
616 111. Must be clean and neat;
617 111. Styles and colors that depart from the normal, conservative community standards shall not be permitted;
618 111. 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);
619 111. 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);
620 111. Shall not be visible on the forehead when a hat is worn;
621 111. May be combed over the ears; but, shall taper naturally into the hair not more than two inches in front of the ears;
622 111. No decorations shall be worn in the hair;
623 111. Hair combs, clips, or pins that match the color of the hair may be worn;
624 111. Shall not extend greater than two inches from the scalp for natural-styles;
625 111. Wigs and hair-pieces are permitted as long as they conform to the standards herein.
626 111. Staff shall be in compliance with policy at the beginning of their shift.
627 11. Facial Hair:
628 111. All facial hair must be neatly trimmed, and extend no more than one-half (1/2) of an inch from the face.
629 111. 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.
630 111. No designs (e.g. Letters, Numbers, Figures, etc.) either by shaving or coloration will be permitted.
631 111. Unusual or atypical beards will not be permitted.
632 111. The neck and upper cheek area must remain clean-shaven at all times.
633 111. 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.
634 111. Beards:
635 1111. A neatly trimmed and maintained beard may be worn;
636 1111. Must not extend below the jawline.
637 111. Mustaches (Without beard):
638 1111. A neatly trimmed and maintained mustache may be worn;
639 1111. Shall not extend further than the corners of the mouth;
640 1111. Shall not extend below the vermilion border of the top lip;
641 1111. The sides shall not extend below the bottom lip.
642 111. Goatees (Without Beard):
643 1111. A neatly trimmed and maintained Goatee may be worn.
644 111. Sideburns (Without Beard):
645 1111. Neatly trimmed and maintained sideburns may be worn;
646 1111. Must be neatly trimmed and extend straight down without flare;
647 1111. Shall not extend below the bottom of the ear;
648 1111. Shall be trimmed with a horizontal line on the bottom;
649 1111. Shall not extend more than one fourth of an inch out from the surface of the face.
650
651 **AB 06_117 __JEWELRY__**
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653 1. Approved:
654 11. Medical alert jewelry.
655 11. Finger Ring:
656 111. One ring.
657 1. Not-Approved:
658 11. Visible necklaces;
659 11. Visible bracelets;
660 11. Visible anklets;
661 11. Earrings
662
663 **AB 06_118 __BADGE SHROUD__**
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665 1. Badge shrouds should be worn at the direction of the Sheriff or the Sheriff's designee.
666 1. The badge shroud shall consist of a plain black ribbon between one half (1/2) and one (1) inch in width.
667 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).
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669 **AB 06_119 __INSPECTIONS__**
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671 1. Supervisors shall regularly inspect that the attire and grooming standards are being followed by the employees under their direct command.
672 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.
673 1. Other inspections may be conducted by or under the direction of the Sheriff.
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675 **AB 06_120 __PROHIBITIONS__**
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677 1. Uniforms shall not be worn by candidates for office or their supporters while they are engaged in campaigning activities, except for the current Sheriff.
678 1. Uniforms shall not be worn while speaking at public or community groups without specific permission from the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division chief deputy.
679 1. Excluding exempt staff, uniform items shall not be mixed (e.g., uniform shirt with blue jeans or uniform coat with non-uniform attire).
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681 **AB 06_121 __EXCEPTIONS__**
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683 1. Identifying uniform items may be worn by Certified Staff when responding to an emergency while off duty.
684 1. Employees may be excused by a supervisor from wearing specific items if wearing the item creates a safety hazard.
685 1. Employees on special assignments may be excused from the grooming standards with specific permission from the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division chief deputy.
686 1. 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.