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Uniform officers are exclusively prohibited from wearing goatees. Unless a
documented exemption exists, beards are not authorized for wear while on
duty.
Uniform officers are exclusively prohibited from wearing goatees. Unless a documented exemption exists, beards are not authorized for wear while on duty.
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When a documented exemption exists, officers will keep all facial hair
trimmed not to exceed ¼ inch (6.35 millimeters, or a standard #2 shaving
guard) in length to present a neat, clean, and professional image.
When a documented exemption exists, officers will keep all facial hair trimmed not to exceed ¼ inch (6.35 millimeters, or a standard #2 shaving guard) in length to present a neat, clean, and professional image.
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Medical documentation of a condition requiring a beard must come from a
board-certified dermatologist. Updated medical documentation shall be
submitted to the Personnel Unit every six months to record the ongoing need
for a beard. Employees are responsible for submitting the paperwork and
notifying their chain of command of the medical necessity of a beard.
Medical documentation of a condition requiring a beard must come from a board-certified dermatologist. Updated medical documentation shall be submitted to the Personnel Unit every six months to record the ongoing need for a beard. Employees are responsible for submitting the paperwork and notifying their chain of command of the medical necessity of a beard.
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Plainclothes officers must have the authorization of their DIVISION OR BUREAU COMMANDER to wear beards and goatees.
Plainclothes officers must have the authorization of their DIVISION OR BUREAU COMMANDER to wear beards and goatees.
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While in uniform, sworn female employees may wear small non-lock or
break-free hoop earrings. The earrings shall be silver, gold, or diamond no
larger than 25 mm (the approximate dimension of a U.S. quarter) in
diameter, and no greater than 5 mm in width.
While in uniform, sworn female employees may wear small non-lock or break-free hoop earrings. The earrings shall be silver, gold, or diamond no larger than 25 mm (the approximate dimension of a U.S. quarter) in diameter, and no greater than 5 mm in width.
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Sworn female employees
may also wear post-style earrings.
The earrings shall be silver, gold,
diamond, or pearl, no larger than 6mm in size, and have non-locking
backs.
Sworn female employees may also wear post-style earrings. The earrings shall be silver, gold, diamond, or pearl, no larger than 6mm in size, and have non-locking backs.
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Male employees shall not wear earrings while on-duty or during extra
duty assignments unless approved by their division or bureau commander.
Male employees shall not wear earrings while on-duty or during extra duty assignments unless approved by their division or bureau commander.
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While in uniform, rings shall be no larger than the standard class or
fraternal size ring and limited to one ring per hand. A wedding set,
consisting of two rings, shall be considered as one ring.
While in uniform, rings shall be no larger than the standard class or fraternal size ring and limited to one ring per hand. A wedding set, consisting of two rings, shall be considered as one ring.
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Employees are discouraged from wearing expensive items of jewelry
because of the probability of loss and/or damage. Also, officer safety is a
factor that limits the wearing of jewelry.
Employees are discouraged from wearing expensive items of jewelry because of the probability of loss and/or damage. Also, officer safety is a factor that limits the wearing of jewelry.
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All sworn and non-sworn personnel are permitted to display tattoos while on duty
and in their respective uniforms. The visible tattoos must not detract from the
professional appearance of the person, uniform, or Department. Any unauthorized
tattoos must be covered by the appropriate midnight blue or black compression-
style covering. Listed below are examples of the types of tattoos that are
prohibited:
All sworn and non-sworn personnel are permitted to display tattoos while on duty and in their respective uniforms. The visible tattoos must not detract from the professional appearance of the person, uniform, or Department. Any unauthorized tattoos must be covered by the appropriate midnight blue or black compression- style covering. Listed below are examples of the types of tattoos that are prohibited:
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No Tattoos on the hands, neck, face, or head. Exceptions may be made for non-sworn employees at the discretion of the Chief of Police.
No Tattoos on the hands, neck, face, or head. Exceptions may be made for non-sworn employees at the discretion of the Chief of Police.
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Appropriate undergarments are required but should not be visible, with the exception of a black or midnight blue crew neck tee shirt (optional wear), pantyhose, knee-highs, and socks.
Appropriate undergarments are required but should not be visible, with the exception of a black or midnight blue crew neck tee shirt (optional wear), pantyhose, knee-highs, and socks.
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Plainclothes officers may have their weapon, handcuffs, and other such
equipment exposed in public when their badge and sufficient identification
(such as an issued raid vest or outer ballistic vest carrier) for recognition as
a police officer is exposed and clearly visible.
Plainclothes officers may have their weapon, handcuffs, and other such equipment exposed in public when their badge and sufficient identification (such as an issued raid vest or outer ballistic vest carrier) for recognition as a police officer is exposed and clearly visible.
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While light-duty officers will abide by the dress code outlined for
detectives, the dress code may be modified to suit the light-duty
assignment with the approval of the pertinent DIVISION or BUREAU
COMMANDER.
While light-duty officers will abide by the dress code outlined for detectives, the dress code may be modified to suit the light-duty assignment with the approval of the pertinent DIVISION or BUREAU COMMANDER.
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No officer on light duty status will display a badge, weapon,
or visibly identify themselves as a police officer to the public.
No officer on light duty status will display a badge, weapon, or visibly identify themselves as a police officer to the public.
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COURT: Male Employees On-Duty: Acceptable male plainclothes attire shall consist of a
suit or sport coat combination, worn with a dress shirt and tie.
COURT: Male Employees On-Duty: Acceptable male plainclothes attire shall consist of a suit or sport coat combination, worn with a dress shirt and tie.
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COURT: Female Employees On-Duty: Acceptable female plainclothes attire shall consist
of suits, dresses, or jackets with dress slacks or skirts.
COURT: Female Employees On-Duty: Acceptable female plainclothes attire shall consist of suits, dresses, or jackets with dress slacks or skirts.
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COURT: The skirt length may conform to current fashion; however, the skirt length shall have a business-like appearance.
COURT: The skirt length may conform to current fashion; however, the skirt length shall have a business-like appearance.
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COURT: Split skirts may be worn; however, they must resemble a skirt and comply with all other dress code standards.
COURT: Split skirts may be worn; however, they must resemble a skirt and comply with all other dress code standards.
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COURT: Dress shoes appropriate for business shall be worn. Shoes with heels
greater than three inches in height will not be worn.
COURT: Dress shoes appropriate for business shall be worn. Shoes with heels greater than three inches in height will not be worn.
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Employees Off-Duty: Off duty employees who represent the Tampa Police
Department in an official capacity shall adhere to the dress code.
Employees Off-Duty: Off duty employees who represent the Tampa Police Department in an official capacity shall adhere to the dress code.
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Employees operating marked police vehicles while off-duty shall adhere to the
prescribed dress code or shall dress in a suitable manner to take police action if
necessary during such operation.
Employees operating marked police vehicles while off-duty shall adhere to the prescribed dress code or shall dress in a suitable manner to take police action if necessary during such operation.
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NON-SWORN GUYS: Hairstyle: Male employees’ hair may not extend below shoulder length. In those cases where the length of hair extends below the collar, the hair should be worn back, and contained in a fashion similar to a ponytail.
NON-SWORN GUYS: Hairstyle: Male employees’ hair may not extend below shoulder length. In those cases where the length of hair extends below the collar, the hair should be worn back, and contained in a fashion similar to a ponytail.
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NON-SWORN GUYS: Beards and Goatees: Beards and goatees may be worn, even while wearing the uniform, provided they are clean, neatly trimmed, and reflect a professional image.
NON-SWORN GUYS: Beards and Goatees: Beards and goatees may be worn, even while wearing the uniform, provided they are clean, neatly trimmed, and reflect a professional image.
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While attending training programs, sworn and non-sworn employees shall adhere to the department dress code unless specifically directed otherwise by a representative of the training facility or their division or bureau commander.
While attending training programs, sworn and non-sworn employees shall adhere to the department dress code unless specifically directed otherwise by a representative of the training facility or their division or bureau commander.
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Officers assigned to light duty will comply with plainclothes
dress and appearance standards. Any deviation due to medical conditions must be by
written orders from the attending physician.
Officers assigned to light duty will comply with plainclothes dress and appearance standards. Any deviation due to medical conditions must be by written orders from the attending physician.
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No unauthorized stickers, decals, plates, signs, or other markings or objects may
be affixed to City vehicles without the express permission of the Chief of Police
except: A front plate may be affixed having a law enforcement or U.S. military service theme, or One decal or sticker smaller than 30 square inches having a law enforcement or U.S. military service theme may be affixed to a rear passenger window or the rear window (not to any painted surface).
No unauthorized stickers, decals, plates, signs, or other markings or objects may be affixed to City vehicles without the express permission of the Chief of Police except: A front plate may be affixed having a law enforcement or U.S. military service theme, or One decal or sticker smaller than 30 square inches having a law enforcement or U.S. military service theme may be affixed to a rear passenger window or the rear window (not to any painted surface).
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The interior of City vehicles will be maintained in a clean and professional
manner. No unauthorized stickers, stuffed animals, hats, lights, beads, or other
objects will be affixed to or displayed within City vehicles without the express
permission of the Chief of Police.
The interior of City vehicles will be maintained in a clean and professional manner. No unauthorized stickers, stuffed animals, hats, lights, beads, or other objects will be affixed to or displayed within City vehicles without the express permission of the Chief of Police.
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Department employees shall notify their
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR of any moving violations, suspension, added
restriction, or revocation of their driver’s license. Notification must be
completed prior to any further driving of a city vehicle or personal vehicle
on city business.
Department employees shall notify their IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR of any moving violations, suspension, added restriction, or revocation of their driver’s license. Notification must be completed prior to any further driving of a city vehicle or personal vehicle on city business.
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Eating while driving for city business is prohibited.
Eating while driving for city business is prohibited.
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Department employees operating personal vehicles for city business or city-owned, leased, or rented vehicles are prohibited from utilizing cellular phones or PDAs while driving unless utilizing a hands-free device.
Department employees operating personal vehicles for city business or city-owned, leased, or rented vehicles are prohibited from utilizing cellular phones or PDAs while driving unless utilizing a hands-free device.
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Texting, sending/reading email, or using non-audio PDA or cellular phone features require that the employee bring the vehicle to a complete and safe stop off the road.
Texting, sending/reading email, or using non-audio PDA or cellular phone features require that the employee bring the vehicle to a complete and safe stop off the road.
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NON SWORN - Reading maps, reference material, or other written material is prohibited while driving.
NON SWORN - Reading maps, reference material, or other written material is prohibited while driving.
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Sworn Employees: Sworn police officers will be allowed discretion under certain circumstances, involving the operation of assigned vehicles.
Sworn Employees: Sworn police officers will be allowed discretion under certain circumstances, involving the operation of assigned vehicles.
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Sworn employees involved in a vehicle crash while on duty or while operating a city vehicle will, regardless of the amount of damage, immediately stop and contact the Communications Bureau. An exception might be justified when in pursuit of a felon, under authorized conditions, or in other cases of extreme emergency.
Sworn employees involved in a vehicle crash while on duty or while operating a city vehicle will, regardless of the amount of damage, immediately stop and contact the Communications Bureau. An exception might be justified when in pursuit of a felon, under authorized conditions, or in other cases of extreme emergency.
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If damage to any City of Tampa property (i.e. vehicle, trees, grass, sprinkler systems, sidewalks, etc.) occurs, sworn employees shall refer to SOP 401.4.
If damage to any City of Tampa property (i.e. vehicle, trees, grass, sprinkler systems, sidewalks, etc.) occurs, sworn employees shall refer to SOP 401.4.
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SWORN EMPLOYEES: Sworn employees should limit their use of cellular, MDT, and other
communications devices while driving unless absolutely necessary in the
course of their official duties.
SWORN EMPLOYEES: Sworn employees should limit their use of cellular, MDT, and other communications devices while driving unless absolutely necessary in the course of their official duties.
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All sworn personnel will be offered a department-issued ballistic vest (body
armor). Officers who initially decline a department-issued vest may subsequently request
a vest at any time.
All sworn personnel will be offered a department-issued ballistic vest (body armor). Officers who initially decline a department-issued vest may subsequently request a vest at any time.
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All body armor must comply with the current minimum protective standards
prescribed by the National Institute of Justice. AND MSUT MEET OR EXCEED ALL DEPARTMENT SPECFICIATIONS.
All body armor must comply with the current minimum protective standards prescribed by the National Institute of Justice. AND MSUT MEET OR EXCEED ALL DEPARTMENT SPECFICIATIONS.
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Any firearms, which are department-issued or approved, shall not be altered without the approval of a person authorized by the department to inspect and/or repair duty firearms and is a certified armorer.
Any firearms, which are department-issued or approved, shall not be altered without the approval of a person authorized by the department to inspect and/or repair duty firearms and is a certified armorer.
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Carrying: Off-Duty: Sworn employees are authorized, not mandated, to carry a firearm when off-duty, when otherwise permitted by law, whether inside the city or outside.
Carrying: Off-Duty: Sworn employees are authorized, not mandated, to carry a firearm when off-duty, when otherwise permitted by law, whether inside the city or outside.
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Officers coming into contact with firearms with which they are not familiar will not attempt to safe the firearm but will contact a person approved by the department to safe the firearm. The Training Unit will maintain a list of approved armorers.
Officers coming into contact with firearms with which they are not familiar will not attempt to safe the firearm but will contact a person approved by the department to safe the firearm. The Training Unit will maintain a list of approved armorers.
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In accordance with §§ 790.174 and 790.33(4)(b), F.S., to prevent unauthorized access
to any firearm issued to or used by an officer in the course of their official duties,
firearms in an officer’s home or other temporary residence wherein any unauthorized
individual may gain access to such firearm, firearms will be stored with a trigger
lock, cable lock, or in a locked container with the key or lockbox combination
completely secured from any unauthorized access.
In accordance with §§ 790.174 and 790.33(4)(b), F.S., to prevent unauthorized access to any firearm issued to or used by an officer in the course of their official duties, firearms in an officer’s home or other temporary residence wherein any unauthorized individual may gain access to such firearm, firearms will be stored with a trigger lock, cable lock, or in a locked container with the key or lockbox combination completely secured from any unauthorized access.
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Discharge of Firearms: Officers shall make an immediate oral and subsequent written report of each instance of the discharge of a firearm, other than for training or recreational purposes, including any unintentional discharge.
Discharge of Firearms: Officers shall make an immediate oral and subsequent written report of each instance of the discharge of a firearm, other than for training or recreational purposes, including any unintentional discharge.
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Officers may carry folding knives on their gun
belts as long as the case matches the color and design of the existing issued equipment.
Officers may carry folding knives on their gun belts as long as the case matches the color and design of the existing issued equipment.
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Authorized Weapons: The High Liability Training and Evaluation Committee will generate and maintain a list of approved firearms and firearms-related equipment, including holsters and ammunition, authorized for on-duty and off-duty self-defense use.
Authorized Weapons: The High Liability Training and Evaluation Committee will generate and maintain a list of approved firearms and firearms-related equipment, including holsters and ammunition, authorized for on-duty and off-duty self-defense use.
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