BCFD Uniform Regulations Quiz

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What is required to be worn by probationary employees when attending events that typically require a Class A uniform?

Casual attire

Class B uniform (correct)

Class A uniform

Civilian clothes

Which of the following items is NOT part of the Class A uniform?

Dress coat

Long sleeve dress shirt

Commando sweater (correct)

White gloves

When can the Class B uniform be worn?

During formal classroom training

Only during public presentations

Any event ordered by the Chief of Fire & Rescue (correct)

Only for funeral services

What must female personnel wear when in a dress skirt as part of the Class A uniform?

Tan colored nylons, sheer toe Signup and view all the answers

Which item is optional in the Class B uniform?

Commando sweater Signup and view all the answers

During what hours must the Class C uniform be worn?

09:00 to 17:30 Signup and view all the answers

What should a Dress over-coat be classified as in relation to the Class A uniform?

Optional item Signup and view all the answers

What is true about the Class C uniform during public relations events?

It can be worn anytime Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for wearing long sleeve turtleneck or mock turtleneck shirts under short sleeve fatigue shirts?

They cannot be worn. Signup and view all the answers

Which item requires approval from an Officer before it can be worn due to weather-related concerns?

Optional Fatigue Items Signup and view all the answers

Where should the pin aligned with the upper seam of the uniform shirt be positioned?

One inch above the nameplate. Signup and view all the answers

According to the guidelines, how many Years of Service bars can be worn on a uniform shirt?

One bar. Signup and view all the answers

What specific insignia must be worn with the bell of the trumpet pointing towards the collar tip?

Collar insignias. Signup and view all the answers

What is required concerning the badge provided by the County?

It must be replaced at the employee's expense. Signup and view all the answers

How should medals be arranged on the Class 'A' Jacket?

In rows of three. Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct alignment for a nameplate on a uniform?

Along the seam of the right breast pocket flap. Signup and view all the answers

What must a member do if they have a condemned uniform item?

Dispose of it according to regulations. Signup and view all the answers

Which uniform items are provided by Bernalillo County?

Fatigue shirt and trousers. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum time allowed for career members to obtain a complete Class 'A' Uniform after probation?

Ninety days. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the Class 'A' Uniform?

Must have a company logo. Signup and view all the answers

What are members required to wear when sleeping due to potential call-ins?

Basic regular underwear. Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate action for condemned fatigue shirts and trousers?

They should be returned to Logistics for replacement. Signup and view all the answers

Which situation requires wearing the Class 'A' uniform?

Public speaking engagements. Signup and view all the answers

What type of shirt may training academy staff wear during a cadet academy?

An alternate Gray uniform T-shirt. Signup and view all the answers

How should multiple award ribbons be positioned on the Class 'A' shirt?

In a single bar tray, with a maximum of three ribbons wide. Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper placement of a single ribbon when four ribbons are worn?

Worn above the three bar tray, centered along the top edge. Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a member has five ribbons?

Wear them in a double bar tray above a three bar tray. Signup and view all the answers

Where should award ribbons be worn if no medals are present?

On the right breast of the Class 'A' jacket. Signup and view all the answers

What should not be worn together on the Class 'A' jacket?

Medals and award ribbons. Signup and view all the answers

What is the height placement of award ribbons in relation to the name tag?

Half an inch above the name tag. Signup and view all the answers

Which class of shirts can award ribbons be worn on?

Class 'A', 'B', or 'C' shirts. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of ribbons that can be placed in a single bar tray?

Three ribbons. Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions may personnel not wear the Class 'D' uniform?

During public relation events Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following items is NOT part of the Class 'C' uniform?

Leather gloves Signup and view all the answers

What must be true about the shirts worn in the Class 'C' uniform?

They must be tucked into trousers Signup and view all the answers

When can a Class 'D' uniform be worn?

From 17:30 to 07:00 Signup and view all the answers

What is an optional component of the Class 'C' uniform?

Uniform Cap with medallion Signup and view all the answers

What must Commanders wear under their fatigue shirt?

Plain white t-shirts Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario allows for the wearing of the Class 'D' uniform?

When on emergency scenes Signup and view all the answers

What may happen if a short sleeve fatigue shirt is worn incorrectly?

It may lead to disciplinary measures Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Uniform Condemnation & Replacement

BCFD officers condemn unfit uniforms and are required to replace condemned items
BCFD members can purchase approved uniforms anywhere except Fatigue shirts and trousers, which must be purchased from the Logistics Division
Condemned uniforms are disposed of to prevent further use
Duty member must dispose of all condemned regulation uniforms and no part of a condemned uniform can be worn on or off duty
Fatigue shirts & trousers provided by Bernalillo County via the Logistics Division
Condemned Fatigue shirts and trousers must be turned into the Logistics Division for replacement

Sleeping Attire

Personnel shall wear regular underwear while sleeping
T-shirts and shorts are recommended
Training academy staff and instructors can wear the alternate Gray uniform T-shirt during training, provided the shirt meets specifications

Class "A" Uniform - Dress Uniform

Class "A" Uniform must be clean, pressed, altered to fit, and ready for use or inspection with 3 days' notice
All career members must obtain the full uniform within 90 days of probation completion
Required for funerals, court proceedings when representing the department, public speaking engagements, promotional assessments and interviews, promotional and awards ceremonies, and any other event ordered by the Chief of Fire & Rescue or their designee
Probationary employees will wear their Class B uniform for any event that would normally require a Class A uniform
Consists of:
- Uniform cap with medallion
- Dress coat with shoulder patches, badge, department award(s), and lapel buttons
- Long sleeve dress shirt with badge, years of service bar (optional), nameplate, department award(s), one affiliation pin, and collar insignias for officers
- Tie
- White gloves - Only for funerals, memorials, or honor guard members
- Dress Trousers - Female personnel may wear dress skirt
- Belt
- Dark blue or black socks - Females wearing dress skirt shall wear tan colored nylons with sheer toe
- Dress shoes
- Dress overcoat is optional

Class "B" Uniform - Dress Uniform

Worn for the following events
- Anytime that a Class A uniform is required within the first 90 days after an employee's probation has ended.
- Any event ordered by the Chief of Fire & Rescue or the Chief's designee
Consists of:
- Uniform cap with medallion
- Long sleeve fatigue shirt with badge, years of service bar (optional), nameplate, department award(s), one affiliation pin, and collar insignias for Officers
- Tie
- Dress Trousers - Female personnel may wear dress skirt
- Belt
- Dark blue or black socks - Females wearing a dress skirt shall wear tan colored nylons, sheer toe
- Dress shoes
- Commando sweater with badge and nameplate is optional
- Dress overcoat is optional

Class "C" Uniform - Station Uniform

Worn:
- Between 09:00 to 17:30 and 07:00 to 09:00 or end of shift
- Formal classroom training
- Station tours, public relations events, public presentations
- On all calls except when PPE is warranted
- During business hours for personnel working on special assignment at fire headquarters or training academy
- Deputy Fire Marshals when they are going to court to represent the department on behalf of any citations they have issued
Consists of:
- Uniform cap with medallion (optional)
- Fatigue cap (optional)
- Fatigue shirt with badge, years of service bar (optional), nameplate, department award(s) (optional), one Affiliation pin (optional), and collar insignia for Officers
- Fatigue T-Shirt - Commanders are to wear plain white t-shirts under their fatigue shirts and must wear appropriately logoed T-shirts without their fatigue shirts, for proper identification
- Fatigue trousers
- Belt
- Work boots or casual work shoes for Office personnel
- Socks - dark blue, black, or white (white in boots only)

Class "D" Uniform - Station Uniform

Shall NOT be worn:
- When out in public for anticipated events (meals, public relations events such as school standby or visits, etc.)
- Formal classroom training
- Company inspection
- When on station tours and public presentations
May be worn:
- From 17:30 to 07:00
- Special assignment personnel working in the warehouse
- When working on apparatus to include truck swaps, equipment, and station projects
- When on emergency scenes while wearing structural or wildland PPE

Coveralls

Worn by Deputy Fire marshals while "Digging Out" a fire

When outside temperature or environmental conditions are causes for concern for employee's safety or health
Items with officer approval:
- Boonie hat
- Wool Knit Cap
- Head Sox
- Sorrel-type insulated snow boots
- Blizzard-Pruf Freezer suit
- Cold Weather Coverall

Badges, Pins, Awards, and Nameplate

Bernalillo County shall furnish one badge from a designated vendor
Replacement of the badge will be at the member's expense
Members may purchase additional badges from the designated vendor at their expense with written approval from the Logistics Division Chief
All shirt collar insignias worn by officers shall be worn with the bell of the trumpet pointing toward the corner (tip) of the collar, one (1) inch from the collar end, and centered
Nametag shall be worn along the seam of the right breast pocket flap, centered vertically and horizontally with the top edge of the upper seam and the permanent crease, the nameplate pins aligned on the top edge of the upper seam
Only one IAFC, IAFF, or Fire Affiliate Pin may be worn, one (1) inch centered above the nameplate or department award(s)

Years of Service Bar

Wearing of the "Years of Service" bar on the Class A, B, and C uniform shirt is optional
Only a single bar shall be worn
If worn, it shall be worn along the top of the seam of the left breast pocket flap, centered vertically and horizontally with the top edge of the upper seam and the permanent crease or badge line
Pins aligned along the top of the upper seam will serve as a guide

Department Awards - Medals and Ribbons

Medals shall be worn on the right breast of the Class "A" Jacket, centered, directly above the inside pocket
Medals placed alongside each other in order of precedence in rows of three (3)
If there are multiple rows, the medals will be overlapped, top to bottom, with the bottom of the top medal positioned directly above the top of the medal positioned below
Award Ribbons shall be worn on the Class "A", "B", or "C" Shirt, centered, one half (½) inch above the name tag and one (1) inch below IAFC, IAFF, or Fire Affiliate Pin
Multiple ribbons shall be placed in order as stated in the "200-010 Awards Program" policy and procedure
Individual ribbons will not be worn independently pinned next to each other
They will be aligned in a single bar tray, to a maximum of three (3) ribbons wide
If you have four ribbons, the single ribbon will be worn above the three bar tray, centered along the top edge
If you have five ribbons, they will be worn in a double bar tray above the three bar tray, centered along the top edge
If the member has no medals, any award ribbons shall be worn on the right breast of the Class "A" Jacket and shall be centered, directly above the inside pocket
Awards Ribbons shall be worn on the Class "A", "B", or "C" Shirt, centered, one half (½) inch above the name tag and one (1) inch below IAFC, IAFF, or Fire Affiliate Pin
Multiple ribbons will be placed in order as stated in the Awards policy, in a single bar tray, to a max of three (3) ribbons wide
Individual ribbons will not be worn independently pinned next to each other
If you have four ribbons, the single ribbon will be worn above the three bar tray, centered along the top edge
If you have five ribbons, they will be worn in a double bar tray above the three bar tray, centered along the top edge
Medals will not be worn with Ribbons (commendation bars) on the Class "A" jacket.

Order of Award Precedence

The order of award precedence is listed, however, no information is provided on what the order is

Review/Revised

Last revised 4/25/17, and rewritten 6/8/18
Added section regarding Training Division T-shirt during academy
Moved language for clarification of when to wear Class "A" and "B" uniforms
Removed language as stated above.

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Test your knowledge on the BCFD uniform regulations, including the policies on condemned uniforms, purchasing guidelines, and appropriate sleeping attire. Ensure you understand the requirements for the Class 'A' dress uniform and what is expected of all BCFD personnel. This quiz is essential for maintaining uniform compliance and professionalism.