COPY: Admin 8-0 Fire Department Uniforms

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What is the purpose of adhering to the uniform policies in the Fire Department?

To maintain individuality among officers and firefighters

To allow unauthorized uniform combinations

To establish uniformity and standardization of dress (correct)

To ensure a variety of uniform options for personnel

What is the appropriate occasion for wearing the Class A Dress Uniform in the Fire Department?

Casual Fridays

Weekly Meetings

Barbecue Events

Funerals, Memorial Services, etc. (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a category under which Omaha Fire Department uniforms are classified?

Category D

Category M (correct)

Category G

Category F

When is the Class B Dress Uniform considered appropriate to wear in the Fire Department?

Promotional/Awards Ceremonies (A) Signup and view all the answers

What will happen if a Fire Department member wears an unauthorized uniform or a combination of authorized and unauthorized uniforms?

Face disciplinary action (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which rank/classification is authorized to wear the red OFD T-shirt any day of the week in support of United States military personnel deployed globally?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the material composition of the OFD sweatshirt?

50/50 poly/cotton blend (C) Signup and view all the answers

Where on the OFD sweatshirt is the OFD patch and rank silk screened?

On the left chest (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT part of the Class F optional polo shirt uniform?

OFD T shirt (C) Signup and view all the answers

What color are the letters on the navy blue polo shirt worn by Firefighters and Fire Apparatus Engineers?

White (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which personnel are authorized to wear the Class G optional shorts uniform?

Suppression personnel only (C) Signup and view all the answers

When can the Class G optional shorts uniform be worn?

From April 15 to October 15 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for socks to be worn with the Class G optional shorts uniform?

White socks (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for the back of the OFD sweatshirt?

Shall conform to the specifications for all T-shirts/Sweatshirts (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of fabric is used for the Eight-Point Cap?

65/35 polyester/cotton rip-stop fabric (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which rank is authorized to wear a white vinyl top on the Eight-Point Cap?

Assistant Fire Marshal, Paramedic Shift Supervisor, Battalion Chief, Assistant Chief and Fire Chief (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the required length for the necktie?

Must touch the belt buckle (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of buckle is authorized for the Fire Chief's belt?

Brass buckle (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following uniform items are not authorized to be worn with the Class C/D uniform outside the station?

Tennis shoes (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct size of the lettering on the back of the Class E T-shirt or sweatshirt?

2" lettering for OMAHA and 1 1/2" lettering for FIRE & RESCUE (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an authorized Class E T-shirt style?

Red hoodies (A) Signup and view all the answers

Where is the OFD patch located on the official OFD navy blue T-shirt?

Left chest (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which uniform is authorized to be worn for fire inspections or Risk Reduction Zone (RRZ) inspections?

Class C/D uniform (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of Class C/D trousers that Fire Department personnel are required to maintain?

3 pairs (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to the guidelines, where should the shirt bar(s) be positioned on the Class C/D shirt when not wearing the Class A/B uniform?

1/2 inch above the individual's name (D) Signup and view all the answers

How many pairs of shoes or boots are Fire Department personnel required to maintain?

1 pair (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following items is NOT listed as part of the Required Uniform Inventory for Fire Department personnel?

Socks (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to the guidelines, when is it permissible for Fire Department personnel to wear sunglasses with the Class A/B uniform?

Only if the sunglasses are prescription (C) Signup and view all the answers

How many Class D Short Sleeve Shirts are Fire Department personnel required to maintain?

2 (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of uniform shorts are NOT allowed to be worn while performing fire inspections or RRZ inspections?

Shorts are not allowed during fire inspections or RRZ inspections (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the required embroidery for the Shorts worn by personnel?

Shorts shall be embroidered with 'Omaha' (1/2" white block letters) arched above 'Fire' (3/4" red block letters with white shadow), centered 2 1⁄2" above the left leg hem (C) Signup and view all the answers

Where should the U.S. Flag patch be sewn on the Uniform Jacket?

On the right shoulder 1 1⁄2" to 2" from the shoulder seam (B) Signup and view all the answers

Where should the nameplate be worn on the Uniform Jacket?

On the right side at badge level (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Personnel Accountability Tag (PAT)?

To identify personnel in case of emergency (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the process for obtaining a replacement Personnel Accountability Tag (PAT) if it is lost or broken?

Submit an OFD 25 form through the chain-of-command to FC3 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of marking the Fire Department uniforms with the employee's OFD ID number?

To ascertain ownership of the uniform items (D) Signup and view all the answers

Where should the employee's OFD ID number be placed on the Class A/B shirts?

On the right front shirttail approximately two inches above the hem and approximately two inches in from the button line (A) Signup and view all the answers

When is the High Visibility Jacket authorized to be worn?

Only when staffing the medic unit (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which uniform items are exempt from the requirement to be marked with the employee's OFD ID number?

Class C/D uniform shirts, neckties, undershirts, and socks (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the material composition of the dress jacket for the Class A/B uniform?

Both b and c (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct placement of the U.S. Flag patch on the Class A/B uniform?

On the right shoulder 1 12" to 2" from the shoulder seam (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the material composition of the dress trousers for the Class A/B uniform?

Both b and c (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the color and material of the bell crown cap for Firefighters?

Dark navy blue with silver Fire Department buttons (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the color and material of the bell crown cap for Fire Captains?

Dark navy blue with silver Fire Department buttons, and silver L-40 cloth lace 12" double strap (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the color and material of the bell crown cap for PSS, AFM, and Battalion Chief?

White vinyl top with black velvet band covering, gold Fire Department buttons and gold L-40 cloth lace 12" double strap (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the color and material of the bell crown cap for Fire Chief and Assistant Chiefs?

White vinyl top with black velvet band covering, gold Fire Department buttons and gold L-40 cloth lace 12" double strap (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the color and type of necktie required for the Class A/B uniform?

Black, U.S. navy style necktie (traditional, clip-on, Velcro, or quick release) (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the color and material of the uniform shirt for the Class A/B uniform?

White long sleeve dress shirt, non-button down collar type, manufactured of a blend of cotton/polyester (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the color and material of the socks required to be worn with the Class A/B uniform?

Black or navy blue socks with no design (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate number of full stripes on the sleeve for an Assistant Chief in the fire department?

4 (D) Signup and view all the answers

For a Captain in the fire department, what color is the cap band/strap supposed to be?

Silver (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the required width of the mourning ribbon that should be worn by fire personnel when applicable?

.5 inch (D) Signup and view all the answers

How many years does the 'STAR' service insignia bar represent?

10 years (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following items is NOT included in the Class C/D Uniform for fire department officers?

White gloves (A) Signup and view all the answers

When can firefighters purchase a previously owned dress uniform?

After two weeks of confirmation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of flaps on the jacket pockets make a previously owned dress uniform unacceptable?

'Flaps covering the pockets' (C) Signup and view all the answers

What color thread is used for embroidery on Class C/D shirts for navy uniforms?

White (C) Signup and view all the answers

For how long should firefighters have an approved dress uniform after confirmation unless there's a delay in order processing?

6 months (C) Signup and view all the answers

Where should the U.S. Flag patch be sewn on a fire department officer's right shoulder?

1" to 1.5" from the shoulder (D) Signup and view all the answers