Uniform and Grooming SOP Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What must approved items be?

Approved verbally by any officer

Available in the store

Listed in a manual

Reviewed and approved in writing by the director/fire chief (correct)

Class A uniforms are used for?

Funerals, promotions, graduations, etc.

Who does not have the option to wear a dress cap in Class A?

Battalion and district chiefs

What is the uniform of the day for district and battalion chiefs?

Class B Signup and view all the answers

What are the uniform of the day times?

0800-2000 Signup and view all the answers

What is the uniform of the day for captain-firefighter?

Class C Signup and view all the answers

What is the uniform for district/battalion chief from 2000-0800?

Class C Signup and view all the answers

During what times can members wear personal clothing, and what must they wear when responding to a call?

0700 until relieved, issued or approved JFRD t-shirt and bunker pants Signup and view all the answers

What is the captain-firefighter uniform from 2000-0800?

Class D Signup and view all the answers

When is the Class D uniform worn?

During station clean-up, apparatus checks, under turnout gear, and outdoor training evolutions Signup and view all the answers

What can marine units wear as Class C and D uniforms?

Approved shorts and approved deck shoes Signup and view all the answers

Which uniforms have patches for district chiefs?

Class A and B Signup and view all the answers

Which uniforms have patches for all ranks below district chief?

Class A, B, C Signup and view all the answers

Where should the JFRD patch be placed?

On the left shoulder Signup and view all the answers

What is the training division uniform for captain and below?

Issued RAM polo and solid black sneakers Signup and view all the answers

What should the chief at the training division wear during outside evolutions?

JFRD blue t-shirt or approved grey long sleeve Signup and view all the answers

What color is the chief at the training division uniform on Fridays?

Colored issued polo Signup and view all the answers

What uniform is worn during fire inspections?

Class B Signup and view all the answers

What is the type of insignia for Class A and B ranks?

Gold pin Signup and view all the answers

What type of insignia is sewn on for Class C for captain and below?

Sewn on type Signup and view all the answers

Where are rank insignia worn?

A, B, and C for all officers. District chief and above in Class A and B. Signup and view all the answers

How should the trumpet be placed?

Mouthpiece pointing up and barrel parallel to front edge of collar Signup and view all the answers

How should the axe be placed?

Blades up and handle parallel to front edge of collar Signup and view all the answers

Where is rank insignia placed?

1/2 inch from the front edge of collar and evenly spaced from top to bottom Signup and view all the answers

How should engineer insignia be oriented?

Letters perpendicular to the edge to be read horizontally Signup and view all the answers

What insignia does the director/fire chief have?

5 gold crossed trumpets Signup and view all the answers

What insignia does a division chief have?

4 gold crossed trumpets Signup and view all the answers

What insignia does a battalion chief have?

3 gold crossed trumpets button style Signup and view all the answers

What is the insignia for a captain?

2 gold trumpets Signup and view all the answers

What ranks can wear a dress jacket?

Ranks below district chief Signup and view all the answers

Where is the lapel placement for the dress jacket?

In the center of the upper lapel of the dress jacket Signup and view all the answers

How many stripes does the director/fire chief wear?

5 gold stripes Signup and view all the answers

How many stripes does a division chief wear?

4 gold stripes Signup and view all the answers

What are deputy division chief stripes?

4 gold stripes Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Approved Items

Must be reviewed and approved in writing by the director or fire chief.

Class A Uniforms

Worn for formal events: funerals, promotions, graduations.

Dress Cap Regulations

Battalion and district chiefs are not permitted to wear a dress cap in Class A.

Uniform of the Day for Chiefs

District and battalion chiefs wear Class B uniforms.

Uniform of the Day Timing

Class B uniforms are worn from 0800 to 2000.

Captain and Firefighter Uniform of the Day

Class C uniforms are designated for captains and firefighters.

Night Uniform for District/Battalion Chiefs

Class C is required from 2000 to 0800.

Personal Clothing Guidelines

Members can wear personal clothing from 0700 until relieved but must wear an issued or approved JFRD T-shirt and bunker pants if responding to a call.

Captain and Firefighter Night Uniform

Class D uniforms are worn from 2000 to 0800.

Class D Uniform Wear Events

Utilized during station clean-ups, apparatus checks, under turnout gear, and outdoor training evolutions.

Marine Units Uniform Options

Marine units may wear approved shorts and deck shoes in Class C and D.

District Chief Patch Regulations

District chiefs wear patches on Class A and B uniforms.

Patches for Other Ranks

All ranks below district chief may wear patches on Class A, B, and C uniforms.

Patch Placement

JFRD patch on the left shoulder; EMS, station patch or American flag on the right shoulder.

Training Division Uniforms

Captains and below wear issued RAM polo and solid black sneakers.

Outside Evolution Uniform for Training Division

Issued or approved blue shirt or approved grey long sleeve.

Uniform for Chief at Training Division

White uniform shirt; JFRD blue T-shirt or approved grey long sleeve for outside evolutions; white polo when teaching indoors; colored issued polo on Fridays.

Prevention Uniform Guidelines

Class B uniforms are for fire inspections; issued or approved polo, blue Nomex pants, and issued boots are required for plans reviews, after-hours, special events, and investigations.

Rank Insignia Styles

Class A and B rank insignia have a gold pin design; Class C insignia for captains and below is sewn on.

Placement of Rank Insignia

Worn on Classes A, B, and C for all officers; District chief and above wear it on Class A and B.

Equipment Placement Guidelines

Trumpet: mouthpiece up, barrel parallel to collar edge; axe: blades up, handle parallel to collar edge; rank insignia: 1/2 inch from collar edge, evenly spaced.

Engineer Insignia Orientation

Letters must be perpendicular to the edge and read horizontally.

Chief Insignia Overview

Director/fire chief has 5 gold crossed trumpets; division chiefs have 4 gold crossed trumpets; deputy division chiefs have 4 gold crossed trumpets in button style; assistant chief at HQ has 4 gold crossed trumpets on a red background; battalion chiefs have 3 gold crossed trumpets; district chiefs have 3 gold crossed trumpets.

Captain and Lieutenant Insignia

Captains have 2 gold trumpets; squad/ladder captains have 2 gold axes; lieutenants have 1 gold trumpet; squad/ladder lieutenants have 1 gold axe.

Dress Jacket Option

Available for ranks below district chief, with lapel placement centered on the upper lapel.

Stripe Regulations

Director/fire chief wear 5 gold stripes; division chiefs wear 4 gold stripes; deputy division chiefs have 4 gold stripes.

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Test your knowledge of the Uniform and Grooming SOP with these flashcards. Each card covers important definitions and guidelines relevant to approved items, uniform classifications, and specific roles regarding uniforms in the fire department. Perfect for training and review.