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When do commands prohibit the wear of optional uniform items or authorized sea bag items?
When do commands prohibit the wear of optional uniform items or authorized sea bag items?
In the interests of safety.
Where is the UDC located?
Where is the UDC located?
Woodbine, NJ, TRACEN Cape May, NJ
What is recommended for long term storage of a uniform?
What is recommended for long term storage of a uniform?
Clean the uniform, then pack it in an airtight container with desiccant.
What is the standard Coast Guard uniform of the day, regardless of season or location?
What is the standard Coast Guard uniform of the day, regardless of season or location?
Who prescribes the uniform for the season, day, or special occasion for personnel?
Who prescribes the uniform for the season, day, or special occasion for personnel?
What uniform is appropriate for serving as a Coast Guard or military representative at military funerals?
What uniform is appropriate for serving as a Coast Guard or military representative at military funerals?
What uniform is appropriate for attending official or social functions after 1800?
What uniform is appropriate for attending official or social functions after 1800?
If unsure of the correct uniform for an occasion outside the parameters specified in the Uniform manual, what should be done?
If unsure of the correct uniform for an occasion outside the parameters specified in the Uniform manual, what should be done?
On which occasions is wearing a Coast Guard uniform specifically prohibited?
On which occasions is wearing a Coast Guard uniform specifically prohibited?
Members seeking to wear their uniform to an event are required to seek approval from whom?
Members seeking to wear their uniform to an event are required to seek approval from whom?
Retired service members may wear the uniform when?
Retired service members may wear the uniform when?
When may separated (non-war service) members wear the uniform?
When may separated (non-war service) members wear the uniform?
Are members separated for less than honorable conditions surrendering their sea bag, who do not have all the sea bag items, responsible for replacing missing items?
Are members separated for less than honorable conditions surrendering their sea bag, who do not have all the sea bag items, responsible for replacing missing items?
When can headgear be worn indoors?
When can headgear be worn indoors?
What are examples of conservative watch designs?
What are examples of conservative watch designs?
Bracelets are limited to?
Bracelets are limited to?
Regulations for cuff links?
Regulations for cuff links?
Regulations for shirt studs?
Regulations for shirt studs?
Where may pens be visible on ODU shirts?
Where may pens be visible on ODU shirts?
When carrying a pen in uniform (with the exception of ODU), what is required?
When carrying a pen in uniform (with the exception of ODU), what is required?
When may headphones, earphones, or Bluetooth electrical devices be worn in uniform?
When may headphones, earphones, or Bluetooth electrical devices be worn in uniform?
Specifications for umbrellas?
Specifications for umbrellas?
All bags worn with the uniform must be what color?
All bags worn with the uniform must be what color?
How is a bag carried in SDB and more formal uniforms?
How is a bag carried in SDB and more formal uniforms?
Who sets policy regarding the wearing of security lanyard and badge reels?
Who sets policy regarding the wearing of security lanyard and badge reels?
Where must security reels for security badges be placed?
Where must security reels for security badges be placed?
Who is the final appeal authority on requests for religious accommodation dealing with religious apparel?
Who is the final appeal authority on requests for religious accommodation dealing with religious apparel?
When do waivers for religious apparel accommodations need to be renewed?
When do waivers for religious apparel accommodations need to be renewed?
Which uniform items may be worn with civilian attire?
Which uniform items may be worn with civilian attire?
Who may be exempt from grooming standards while on duty?
Who may be exempt from grooming standards while on duty?
Men's hair shall not be longer than:
Men's hair shall not be longer than:
Which CG members are not authorized to grow a mustache?
Which CG members are not authorized to grow a mustache?
How often do PFB shaving waivers need to be renewed?
How often do PFB shaving waivers need to be renewed?
Study Notes
Uniform Regulations Overview
- Optional uniform items may be prohibited for safety reasons.
- The Uniform Distribution Center (UDC) is located in Woodbine, NJ, and TRACEN Cape May, NJ.
Uniform Storage and Care
- For long-term uniform storage, clean and pack in an airtight container with a desiccant.
Standard Uniforms
- Service Dress Blue or Tropical Blue uniforms are the standard uniform, irrespective of season or location.
- District commanders prescribe uniforms for specific seasons, days, or occasions.
Specialized Uniforms
- Service Dress Blue or Service Dress Blue Alpha with combination cap is appropriate for military funerals.
- Dinner Dress or Service Dress Blue Alpha is worn at official or social functions after 1800.
Uniform Approval and Regulations
- Seek approval from a Commanding Officer to wear the uniform to events outside of standard regulations.
- Specific events prohibit wearing the CG uniform, including public speeches and unauthorized political activities.
Retired and Separated Members
- Retired service members may wear the uniform at military ceremonies, patriotic parades, and socially influential occasions.
- Separated members can wear the uniform from discharge location to home for three months post-discharge.
Sea Bag Regulations
- Members separated under less than honorable conditions are not obligated to replace missing sea bag items.
Headgear and Accessories
- Headgear may only be worn indoors for ceremonial reasons or when under arms.
- Conservative watch designs are limited to colors like black, brown, navy blue, silver, or gold.
- Cuff links must be plain gold or Coast Guard related, while shirt studs can be gold or natural white pearl.
Clothing and Uniform Accessories
- Pens on ODU shirts are allowed in designated slots; otherwise, they must be concealed.
- Headphones and Bluetooth devices can only be worn while commuting as a passenger.
Carrying Bags and Other Items
- Bags worn with uniforms must be solid black or navy blue and carried by hand in formal settings.
- Security lanyards and badge policies are determined by local command authority.
Religious Accommodations
- The Commandant is the final authority for appeals on religious apparel requests.
- Issued waivers for religious apparel must be renewed upon significant circumstances changes.
Civilian Attire Integration
- Certain uniform items can be worn with civilian clothing, such as outdoor jackets and caps without insignia.
Grooming Standards
- Special agents may be exempt from grooming standards while on investigative duty.
- Men's hair length should not exceed four inches; specific members are restricted from growing mustaches.
Waiver Regulations
- PFB shaving waivers are permanent and do not need renewal upon transfer.
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Explore the key regulations concerning military uniforms, including storage, care, and specifications for standard and specialized uniforms. Understand the guidelines for wearing uniforms at different events and obtain insight into uniform restrictions and approvals.
