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Ryan Larkin 1.1 1 **Washington County Sheriff's Office**
2
3 **ADMINISTRATIVE DIVISION**
4
5 Policy Manual
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7
8 Volume: AB
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10 Staff Management
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12 Chapter: 06
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14 Attire and Grooming
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16
17 Replaces and/or Supersedes:
18
19 AB 06 06/14/2011
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21 Published:
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23 01/26/2015
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25 Review Date:
26
Ryan Larkin 9.1 27 12/13/2021
Ryan Larkin 1.1 28
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Ryan Larkin 9.1 30 Sheriff Nate Brooksby
Ryan Larkin 1.1 31
Ryan Larkin 9.1 32 Undersheriff Barry Golding
Ryan Larkin 1.1 33
34
35 __**TABLE OF CONTENTS**__
36
37 AB 06_101 Definitions
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39 AB 06_102 General
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41 AB 06_103 Uniform Purchase
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43 AB 06_104 Certified Staff
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45 AB 06_105 Non-Certified Staff
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47 AB 06_106 Exempt Staff
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49 AB 06_107 Class-A Uniform
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51 AB 06_108 Class-B Uniform
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53 AB 06_109 Class-C Uniform
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55 AB 06_110 Meetings and Training
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57 AB 06_111 Business Attire
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59 AB 06_112 Casual Business Attire
60
61 AB 06_113 Weapons Post
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63 AB 06_114 Medical Staff
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65 AB 06_115 Special Duty
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67 AB 06_116 Grooming and Appearance
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69 AB 06_117 Jewelry
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71 AB 06_118 Badge Shroud
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73 AB 06_119 Inspections
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75 AB 06_120 Prohibitions
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77 AB 06_121 Exceptions
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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.
Ryan Larkin 4.5 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.
Ryan Larkin 1.1 94 11. Employees shall maintain a neat and well-groomed appearance while on duty.
Ryan Larkin 9.1 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.
Ryan Larkin 1.1 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.
Ryan Larkin 3.1 109 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).
Ryan Larkin 1.1 110 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.Tie Tack:
199 1111. 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. Jacket for Sheriff, Undersheriff, chief deputies, & lieutenants:
266 111. Black;
267 111. Fecheimer 32175;
268 111. WCSO badge will be worn centered above the left, front shirt pocket;
269 111. Gold-colored buttons with an “S” on front pockets and epaulets;
270 111. WCSO shoulder patches on both shoulders, attached one inch below shoulder stitch line, and centered with epaulet center line;
271 111. Name Bar: same as with Class-A shirt;
272 111. Award Pins: same as with Class-A shirt;
273 111. Gold-colored sleeve piping on both sleeves:
274 1111. Sheriff: 5 pipes;
275 1111. Undersheriff: 4 pipes;
276 1111. Chief Deputy: 3 pipes;
277 1111. Lieutenant: 2 pipes.
278 11. Cell Phone:
279 111. If carried in a visible case, the case must be solid black in color.
280
281 **AB 06_108 __CLASS-B UNIFORM__**
282
283 1. The Class-B uniform set should be worn as the regular day-to-day working uniform for all Certified Staff.
284 1. The Class-B uniform may be worn to training sessions, provided that other criteria are met (e.g., firearms).
285 1. Mandatory:
286 11. Uniform shirt:
287 111. Tan or Silver Tan color (including epaulets and pockets);
288 111. Short sleeved;
289 111. Epaulets on shoulders;
290 111. Two pleated pockets with three-point flaps;
291 111. WCSO shoulder patches: same as with Class-A uniform set;
292 111. Top button only unfastened;
293 111. Only the following brands/styles are approved:
Ryan Larkin 5.3 294 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;
Ryan Larkin 1.1 298 1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1222 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
299 1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1124 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
300 1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1277 Short Sleeve, Women's Style;
Ryan Larkin 5.3 301 1111. Deputy Deluxe (Horace Small) #HS1176 Long Sleeve, Women's Style;
Ryan Larkin 1.1 302 1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1248 Short Sleeve, Men's Style;
303 1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1148 Long Sleeve, Men's Style;
304 1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1291 Short Sleeve Women's Style;
305 1111. Sentry Plus (Horace Small) #HS1189 Long Sleeve, Women's Style.
Spencer Dobson 9.3 306 11. Vest Carrier Systems: Agency-issue only.
Ryan Larkin 1.1 307 11. Undershirt:
308 111. Solid black;
309 111. Crew neck style;
310 111. Shall not be exposed beyond uniform shirt sleeve.
311 11. Badge: same as Class-A uniform set.
312 11. Name Bar: same as Class-A uniform set.
313 11. Service Stars: same as Class-A uniform set.
314 11. A whistle chain shall not be worn with a Class-B uniform.
315 11. Pants:
316 111. Solid black color;
317 111. Only the following brands/styles are approved:
Ryan Larkin 7.1 318 1111. Blauer #8665, Men's Style;
319 1111. Blauer #8665W, Women's Syle;
Ryan Larkin 1.1 320 1111. Blauer #8980, Men's Style;
321 1111. Blauer #8980W, Women's Style
322 11. Belt: same as Class-A uniform set.
323 11. Shoes/Boots:
324 111. Solid black color;
325 111. Full grain leather or nylon/leather construction;
326 111. Capable of holding a shine;
327 111. Dress, military, or law enforcement style shoes or boots.
328 11. Socks:
329 111. Solid black; or
330 111. White, as long as socks are not visible when in sitting position.
331 11. Timepiece: same as Class-A uniform set.
332 11. Insignia of rank (if applicable):
333 111. Sheriff, Undersheriff, chief deputies, and lieutenants: same as Class-A uniform set.
334 111. Sergeants:
335 1111. Cloth insignia shoulder patches shall be worn on each arm of the uniform shirt;
336 1111. Chevrons shall be pointed up;
337 1111. The top point of each insignia patch shall be a quarter inch below and centered with the center line of the shoulder patch;
338 1111. Insignia pins shall not be worn on the Class-B uniform.
339 11. Handcuff Case (and handcuffs):
340 111. Black;
341 111. Basket-weave;
342 111. Black or brass (gold) colored snaps only, if applicable;
343 111. Handcuffs must be silver or black colored only;
Ryan Larkin 4.4 344 111. Handcuffs must be manufactured by a reputable manufacturer (examples: Smith & Wesson, Peerless, or Hiatt);
Ryan Larkin 4.1 345 111. Handcuffs must be of the chain link style, hinged cuffs are not permitted;
Ryan Larkin 1.1 346 111. Employees may carry one or two sets of handcuffs;
347 111. Employees may be exempted from carrying handcuffs by their division chief deputy or above-ranking WCSO official.
348 11. Radio:
349 111. Each employee that is issued a two-way radio is required to:
350 1111. Wear the radio while on duty, unless otherwise exempt;
351 1111. Ensure the radio is in good working condition.
352 111. External radio microphone pieces:
353 1111. Shall be solid black in color;
354 1111. May be clear (non-colored) if an earbud style.
355 1. Optional:
356 11. Long Sleeved Uniform Shirt:
Ryan Larkin 2.1 357 111. A long sleeved Class-B uniform shirt may be worn instead of the short sleeved uniform shirt;
358 111. All criteria for the Class-B short sleeved uniform shirt apply (color, patches, pins, brand/style, etc.);
359 111. When a long sleeved Class-B uniform shirt is worn:
360 1111. Sleeves will be completely buttoned; and
361 1111. A solid black, crew neck style undershirt shall be worn; or
362 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
363 1111. A tie may be worn (specifications identical to Class-A uniform set).
364 111. All other Class-B uniform set criteria apply (pants, shoes, etc.).
365 11. Coat/Jacket:
366 111. Solid black color (including collar);
367 111. No fur or mock fur collars;
368 111. No hoods;
369 111. Gold-colored buttons with an “S” on the epaulets and front pockets (if applicable);
370 111. WCSO shoulder patches on both shoulders, attached one inch below shoulder stitch line, and centered with epaulet center line;
371 111. WCSO badge or the current WCSO cloth star patch over left breast (other previously approved cloth patches are not approved).
372 111. The insignia of rank (if applicable):
373 1111. Insignia pins or patches shall be worn on the coat/jacket but not both;
374 1111. Pins shall be worn on the coat/jacket in addition to the uniform shirt insignia and in the same manner.
375 1111. Patches should be a quarter inch below and centered with the center line of the shoulder patch (chevrons pointed up).
376 111. The following brands/styles are approved and suggested, but not required:
377 1111. Blauer #6120;
378 1111. Horace Small APX.
379 1111. Fleece jacket (without shoulder patches).
380 11. Cell Phone: Same as Class-A uniform set.
381 11. Flashlight:
382 111. Solid black color;
383 111. Carry case:
384 1111. Solid black;
385 1111. Basket weave pattern.
386 111. May be required, as directed by division chief deputy or above-ranking WCSO official, due to specific post.
387 11. Duty Gloves:
388 111. Solid black color;
389 111. Full fingers.
390 11. Key Case:
391 111. Solid black color;
392 111. Basket weave pattern;
393 111. Must conceal keys from view.
394 11. Award Pins:
395 111. Shall be worn centered with and above the name bar (with a maximum of two pins wide);
396 111. Any pins awarded by the WCSO may be worn;
397 111. Currently certified CIT staff may wear the CIT pin;
398 111. All pins received from sources other than the WCSO shall not be worn (excluding CIT pin);
399 111. Exceptions may be granted by the Sheriff.
400 11. Hat:
401 111. Solid black, knit-stocking style; or
402 111. Solid black, ball-cap style with “SHERIFF” embroidered in gold, block lettering on the front, center.
403 111. Solid tan, ball-cap style with “SHERIFF” embroidered in black, block lettering on the front, center.
404 11. Gloves Case:
405 111. May carry more than one;
406 111. Solid black color;
407 111. Basket weave pattern.
408 11. Oleoresin Capsicum (OC):
409 111. Carry case:
410 1111. Solid black color;
411 1111. Basket-weave pattern.
412 11. Taser:
413 111. Black holster;
414 111. Not permitted for general carry in secure PCF areas.
415 11. ASP:
416 111. Not permitted for general carry in secure PCF areas;
417 111. Carry case:
418 1111. Solid black color;
419 1111. Basket-weave pattern.
Ryan Larkin 1.1 420
Ryan Larkin 2.1 421 **AB 06_109 __CLASS-C UNIFORM__**
Ryan Larkin 1.1 422
Ryan Larkin 2.1 423 1. The Class-C uniform:
424 11. Should be worn as the day-to-day working uniform set for Non-Certified Staff;
425 11. Shall be worn by Certified Staff when working in a light-duty capacity;
426 11. May be worn to training sessions, provided that other criteria are met (e.g., firearms);
427 11. May be worn on occasions specifically permitted by a lieutenant or above-ranking WCSO official.
428 11. May be worn by Certified Staff in select positions:
429 111. Transport (out-of-county transports only);
430 111. Warrant Service;
431 111. Work Crews; and
432 111. Other, as determined by a chief or above-ranking WCSO official.
433 1. Mandatory:
434 11. Shirt:
435 111. Color:
Ryan Larkin 8.1 436 1111. Certified staff: “Tan” or “Silver Tan”;
437 1111. Non-Certified Staff: “Tan”, “Silver Tan”, "Dark Green", "Navy", "Light Gray", "Royal Blue";
Ryan Larkin 2.1 438 111. Short sleeved or long sleeved;
439 111. Polo style;
440 111. Top button only unfastened;
441 111. Badge/WCSO Insignia:
442 1111. Embroidered over left breast;
443 1111. Black, block lettering;
444 1111. Certified Staff: 3-inch WCSO star insignia;
445 1111. Non-Certified Staff: 3-inch WCSO sunrise insignia (no star).
446 111. Name:
447 1111. Embroidered over right breast;
448 1111. Black, block lettering (not all capitalized), 0.30 inch height;
449 1111. First letter of the first name, followed by a period, followed by a space, followed by the full last name;
450 111. Rank:
451 1111. Black, all capitalized, block embroidered lettering, 0.25 inch height;
452 1111. Centered below name;
453 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).
454 111. Only the following brands/styles are approved (for certified and non-certified staff):
455 1111. 5.11 Performance Polo, men's style #71049 Short sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
456 1111. 5.11 Performance Polo, women's style #61165 Short sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
457 1111. 5.11 Performance Polo, style #72049, Long Sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
458 1111. Cornerstone Tactical Polo, men's style #CS410 Short sleeve, “Tan.”
459 1111. Cornerstone Tactical Polo, #CS410LS Long Sleeve, “Tan.”
460 1111. Cornerstone Tactical Polo, women's style #CS411 Short sleeve, “Tan.”
461 1111. Port Authority, Silk Touch, men's style: K500, “Stone” may be worn through June 30, 2014.
462 1111. Port Authority, Silk Touch, women's style: L500, “Stone” may be worn through June 30, 2014.
463 1111. Port Authority, silk touch, Style: K500LS or L500LS, “Stone,” may be worn through June 30, 2014.
464 1111. Blauer Armorskin, Streetshirt #8471, long sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
465 1111. Blauer Armorskin, Streetshirt #8472, short sleeve, “Silver Tan.”
466 11. Undershirt:
467 111. Certified Staff: Solid black, crew neck;
468 111. Non-Certified Staff: Undershirt is optional.
469 1111. Approved undershirts: solid white, crew neck;
470 111. Shall not extend beyond the sleeves of the uniform shirt.
471 11. Pants: Same as Class-B uniform set.
472 11. Belt: Same as Class-A uniform set.
473 11. Shoes/Boots: Same as Class-B uniform set.
474 11. Socks: Same as Class-B uniform set.
475 11. Timepiece: Same as Class-A uniform set.
476 11. Radio: Same as Class-B uniform set (applies to Certified Staff and Non-Certified Staff).
477 1. Optional:
478 11. Cell Phone: Same as Class-A uniform set.
479 11. Flashlight: same as Class-B uniform set (for Certified Staff and Non-Certified Staff);
480 11. Uniform shorts:
481 111. Are approved to be worn by:
482 1111. Bicycle Patrol;
483 1111. Work Crew Unit;
484 1111. Other by specific approval by a chief or above-ranking WCSO official.
485 111. Black color;
486 111. With side pockets;
487 111. The following brand/style is approved and suggested but not required:
488 1111. Blauer; bike short; #8841-1.
489 11. Coat/Jacket:
490 111. Certified Staff: same as Class-B uniform set;
491 111. Non-Certified Staff:
492 1111. Solid black color (including collar);
493 1111. No fur or mock fur collars;
494 1111. No hoods;
495 1111. May be pull-over style;
496 1111. No patches, badges, pins, or other WCSO emblems or markings.
497 11. Duty Gloves: Same as Class-B uniform set.
498 11. Award pins shall not be worn with the Class-C uniform set (excluding the CIT pin which may be worn).
499 11. Hat:
500 111. Certified: Same as Class-B uniform set;
501 111. Non-Certified:
502 1111. Same as the Class-B uniform set without the “SHERIFF” lettering.
503 1111. Not approved for clerical staff.
504 11. Key Case: Same as Class-B uniform set.
505 11. Gloves Case: Same as Class-B uniform set.
506 11. Oleoresin Capsicum (OC): Same as Class-B uniform set.
507 11. Taser: Same as Class-B uniform set.
508 11. ASP: Same as Class-B uniform set.
Ryan Larkin 1.1 509
Ryan Larkin 2.1 510 **AB 06_110 __MEETINGS AND TRAINING__**
Ryan Larkin 1.1 511
Ryan Larkin 2.1 512 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.
Ryan Larkin 1.1 513
Ryan Larkin 2.1 514 **AB 06_111 __BUSINESS ATTIRE__**
Ryan Larkin 1.1 515
Ryan Larkin 2.1 516 1. Shirt:
517 11. Collared;
518 11. Short sleeved or long sleeved;
519 11. No halter tops, crop-tops, or belly shirts.
520 1. Pants:
521 11. Dress pants (no carpenter or cargo styles);
522 11. Women may wear a comparable business dress or skirt;
523 11. No shorts.
524 1. No worn or frayed items.
525 1. No flip flops.
Ryan Larkin 1.1 526
Ryan Larkin 2.1 527 **AB 06_112 __CASUAL BUSINESS ATTIRE__**
Ryan Larkin 1.1 528
Ryan Larkin 2.1 529 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.
530 1. Shirt:
531 11. Collared;
532 11. Short sleeved or long sleeved;
533 11. No halter tops, crop-tops, or belly shirts.
534 1. Pants:
535 11. Denim is approved;
536 11. Cargo or carpenter styles are approved;
537 11. Women may wear a comparable business dress or skirt;
538 11. No shorts;
539 1. No worn or frayed items
540 1. No flip flops
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Ryan Larkin 2.1 542 **AB 06_113 __WEAPONS POST__**
Ryan Larkin 1.1 543
Ryan Larkin 2.1 544 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.
545 1. Mandatory:
546 11. Firearm;
547 11. Belt for holster:
548 111. Solid black color;
549 111. Basket-weave pattern;
550 111. Height: Approximately 2 1/8 inches;
551 111. Buckle (optional) must be brass (gold color);
552 111. Snaps of belt Keepers shall be gold or black color.
553 11. Holster:
554 111. Solid black color;
555 111. Leather, pseudo leather, or composite material;
556 111. Basket weave or simulated pattern;
557 111. Must have at least one retaining device.
558 11. Magazine Holder:
559 111. Solid black color;
560 111. Basket weave or simulated pattern;
561 111. Leather, pseudo leather, or composite material.
562 1. Optional:
563 11. Additional belt Keepers with same criteria;
564 11. Additional magazine holders with same criteria.
Ryan Larkin 1.1 565
Ryan Larkin 2.1 566 **AB 06_113 __MEDICAL STAFF__**
Ryan Larkin 1.1 567
Ryan Larkin 2.1 568 1. Shirt:
569 11. Any color approved by Medical Director;
570 11. Scrub-style;
571 11. A white t-shirt or turtle neck may be worn under the scrub top.
572 1. Pants:
573 11. Any color approved by Medical Director, scrub-style; or
574 11. Tan color, casual dress pants;
575 11. No dresses, skirts, or shorts.
576 1. Footwear:
577 11. White;
578 11. Athletic style shoe.
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Ryan Larkin 2.1 580 **AB 06_115 __SPECIAL DUTY__**
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Ryan Larkin 2.1 582 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.
583 1. Special Duty assignments include; but, are not limited to:
584 11. CNU;
585 11. Drug Task Force;
586 11. Emergency Services Division;
587 11. PT Coordinators;
588 11. Range Masters;
589 11. SWAT;
590 11. Undercover assignments;
591 11. K9 Handlers
592 11. Other, as determined by chief or above-ranking WCSO official; and
593 1. Shirts:
594 11. Same model and style as the Class C Uniform unless others are specifically approved by the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division Chief Deputy.
595 11. Colors:
596 111. Crisis Negotiations Unit (CNU): Dark Green;
597 111. Emergency Service Division: Navy Blue;
598 111. Range Masters: Red;
599 111. K9 Handler: Dark Green
600 111. Other colors (if applicable) for different positions are specifically approved by the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division Chief Deputy.
601 11. Badge, Name, and Rank:
602 111. Same as described in the Class C Uniform
603 11. Position:
604 111. Position title (e.g. Crisis Negotiations Unit, Range Master) embroidered below rank in black ¼ inch lettering.
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.
606 111. K9 Handler: 5.11 Taclite Pro, Coyote color.
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Ryan Larkin 2.1 608 **AB 06_116 __GROOMING AND APPEARANCE__**
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Ryan Larkin 2.1 610 1. Appearance:
611 11. Attire shall be worn and maintained in a neat and presentable manner at all times.
612 11. The following criteria shall be followed:
613 111. Attire shall fit appropriately (not too tight or too loose);
614 111. Brass articles shall be clean and untarnished;
615 111. The shirt badge shall be clean with no visible abrasive marks;
616 111. Leather items shall be clean and polished;
617 111. Footwear shall be in good condition and polished or evenly colored;
618 111. Uniforms shall be clean and wrinkle-free;
619 111. Pockets shall not be filled so as to create an unsightly bulge;
620 111. Frayed, torn, patched, faded, or mended items are not allowed.
Ryan Larkin 6.1 621 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.
Ryan Larkin 2.1 622 1. Grooming:
623 11. Tattoos, body art, and/or brands:
Ryan Larkin 6.1 624 111. 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;
Ryan Larkin 2.1 626 111. That advocate or symbolize gangs, drugs, or extremist groups shall not be permitted;
Ryan Larkin 6.1 627 111. Unapproved body art shall not be visible while wearing uniform attire.
Ryan Larkin 2.1 628 11. Cosmetics shall be subdued and blended to match the natural skin color of the individual.
629 11. False eyelashes are prohibited.
630 11. Fingernails shall not extend further than one fourth inch beyond the end of the fingertip.
631 11. Fingernail polish, if worn, shall be a soft shade which compliments the natural skin tone of the individual.
632 11. Hair:
633 111. Must be clean and neat;
634 111. Styles and colors that depart from the normal, conservative community standards shall not be permitted;
Ryan Larkin 6.1 635 111. 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);
Ryan Larkin 2.1 636 111. 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);
637 111. Shall not be visible on the forehead when a hat is worn;
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;
639 111. No decorations shall be worn in the hair;
640 111. Hair combs, clips, or pins that match the color of the hair may be worn;
641 111. Shall not extend greater than two inches from the scalp for natural-styles;
642 111. Wigs and hair-pieces are permitted as long as they conform to the standards herein.
Ryan Larkin 9.1 643 111. 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;
Ryan Larkin 2.1 656 1111. Shall not extend further than the corners of the mouth;
657 1111. Shall not extend below the vermilion border of the top lip;
658 1111. The sides shall not extend below the bottom lip.
Ryan Larkin 9.1 659 111. Goatees (Without Beard):
Ryan Larkin 6.1 660 1111. A neatly trimmed and maintained Goatee may be worn.
Ryan Larkin 9.1 661 111. Sideburns (Without Beard):
662 1111. Neatly trimmed and maintained sideburns may be worn;
Ryan Larkin 2.1 663 1111. Must be neatly trimmed and extend straight down without flare;
664 1111. Shall not extend below the bottom of the ear;
665 1111. Shall be trimmed with a horizontal line on the bottom;
666 1111. Shall not extend more than one fourth of an inch out from the surface of the face.
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Ryan Larkin 2.1 668 **AB 06_117 __JEWELRY__**
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Ryan Larkin 2.1 670 1. Approved:
671 11. Medical alert jewelry.
672 11. Finger Ring:
673 111. One ring.
674 1. Not-Approved:
675 11. Visible necklaces;
676 11. Visible bracelets;
677 11. Visible anklets;
678 11. Earrings
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Ryan Larkin 2.1 680 **AB 06_118 __BADGE SHROUD__**
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Ryan Larkin 2.1 682 1. Badge shrouds should be worn at the direction of the Sheriff.
Ryan Larkin 5.2 683 1. The badge shroud shall consist of a plain black ribbon between one half (1/2) and one (1) inch in width.
Ryan Larkin 2.1 684 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).
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Ryan Larkin 2.1 686 **AB 06_119 __INSPECTIONS__**
Ryan Larkin 1.1 687
Ryan Larkin 2.1 688 1. Supervisors shall regularly inspect that the attire and grooming standards are being followed by the employees under their direct command.
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 1. Other inspections may be conducted by or under the direction of the Sheriff.
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Ryan Larkin 2.1 692 **AB 06_120 __PROHIBITIONS__**
Ryan Larkin 1.1 693
Ryan Larkin 2.1 694 1. Uniforms shall not be worn by candidates for office or their supporters while they are engaged in campaigning activities.
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 1. Uniform items shall not be mixed (e.g., uniform shirt with blue jeans or uniform coat with non-uniform attire).
Ryan Larkin 1.1 697
Ryan Larkin 2.1 698 **AB 06_121 __EXCEPTIONS__**
Ryan Larkin 1.1 699
Ryan Larkin 2.1 700 1. Identifying uniform items may be worn by Certified Staff when responding to an emergency while off duty.
701 1. Employees may be excused by a supervisor from wearing specific items if wearing the item creates a safety hazard.
702 1. Employees on special assignments may be excused from the grooming standards with specific permission from the Sheriff, Undersheriff, or division chief deputy.
703 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.