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What is covered by the grooming standards in Chesapeake Fire Department's Personal Appearance Standards policy?
What is covered by the grooming standards in Chesapeake Fire Department's Personal Appearance Standards policy?
What must be done with inappropriate tattoos, brands, or mutilations while on duty?
What must be done with inappropriate tattoos, brands, or mutilations while on duty?
What is the exception to the body piercing rule in Chesapeake Fire Department's Personal Appearance Standards policy?
What is the exception to the body piercing rule in Chesapeake Fire Department's Personal Appearance Standards policy?
What is prohibited in the Chesapeake Fire Department's Personal Appearance Standards policy?
What is prohibited in the Chesapeake Fire Department's Personal Appearance Standards policy?
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What is the purpose of the Chesapeake Fire Department's Personal Appearance Standards policy?
What is the purpose of the Chesapeake Fire Department's Personal Appearance Standards policy?
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Who can exempt members from complying with the Personal Appearance Standards policy while in uniform?
Who can exempt members from complying with the Personal Appearance Standards policy while in uniform?
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What can members request an exception to the Personal Appearance Standards policy for?
What can members request an exception to the Personal Appearance Standards policy for?
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What is the goal of the Chesapeake Fire Department's Personal Appearance Standards policy towards the public and other members?
What is the goal of the Chesapeake Fire Department's Personal Appearance Standards policy towards the public and other members?
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What is the purpose of the grooming standards in the Chesapeake Fire Department's Personal Appearance Standards policy?
What is the purpose of the grooming standards in the Chesapeake Fire Department's Personal Appearance Standards policy?
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Study Notes
- Chesapeake Fire Department has a Personal Appearance Standards policy.
- Members must maintain personal hygiene and grooming standards while on duty.
- Grooming standards cover personal hygiene, hair, hairpieces and wigs, mustaches, sideburns, beards and goatees, facial hair, cosmetics, fingernails, jewelry and accessories.
- Tattoos, brands, or mutilations that are inappropriate must be covered.
- Body piercing, except for a single-stud pierced earring for females, must not be visible while on duty.
- Alteration to any visible area of the body that is a deviation from normal anatomical features and not medically required is prohibited.
- The policy promotes uniformity and neutrality towards the public and other members.
- Exceptions to the policy may be granted for medical reasons.
- Members must comply with the policy while in uniform, except for those specifically exempted in writing by the division head or Fire Chief.
- The policy is intended to ensure a professional image appropriate for the department and for members' assignments.
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"Are you up-to-date on the grooming and appearance standards of the Chesapeake Fire Department? Test your knowledge with our quiz! From tattoos to facial hair, this quiz will cover everything you need to know to maintain a professional image while on duty. Show your commitment to the department and take the quiz today!"
