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What is the proper placement distance for collar insignias from the collar end points?
What is the proper placement distance for collar insignias from the collar end points?
What is the maximum length a dress skirt's hemline should be?
What is the maximum length a dress skirt's hemline should be?
How should dress pants be tailored in relation to footwear?
How should dress pants be tailored in relation to footwear?
What is required regarding the white long-sleeve shirt?
What is required regarding the white long-sleeve shirt?
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What should the hem of the pant legs not do?
What should the hem of the pant legs not do?
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Where should the nameplate be centered on the uniform?
Where should the nameplate be centered on the uniform?
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What color should nameplates be kept clean and appropriate for?
What color should nameplates be kept clean and appropriate for?
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What is not permitted when wearing dress pants?
What is not permitted when wearing dress pants?
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What is the maximum number of ribbons allowed on each ribbon bar?
What is the maximum number of ribbons allowed on each ribbon bar?
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Where will the ribbon with the highest commendation be displayed if more than three ribbons are shown?
Where will the ribbon with the highest commendation be displayed if more than three ribbons are shown?
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How will additional awards of the same type be denoted for a meritorious act or campaign?
How will additional awards of the same type be denoted for a meritorious act or campaign?
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What is the requirement for displaying certification insignia on uniforms?
What is the requirement for displaying certification insignia on uniforms?
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If an American Flag pin is worn, where should it be placed?
If an American Flag pin is worn, where should it be placed?
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Which color options are permissible for fanny packs and personal tool holsters?
Which color options are permissible for fanny packs and personal tool holsters?
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Where must logos on approved baseball caps be displayed?
Where must logos on approved baseball caps be displayed?
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What is the maximum size allowed for logos on approved baseball caps?
What is the maximum size allowed for logos on approved baseball caps?
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What type of uniforms should personnel wear unless otherwise authorized?
What type of uniforms should personnel wear unless otherwise authorized?
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In which situation is the Class A uniform required to be worn?
In which situation is the Class A uniform required to be worn?
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When may personnel wear the Class B uniform?
When may personnel wear the Class B uniform?
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What is required of personal accessories worn with uniforms?
What is required of personal accessories worn with uniforms?
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Which of the following events requires the wearing of the Class A uniform?
Which of the following events requires the wearing of the Class A uniform?
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What should personnel do if they fail to adhere to uniform policies?
What should personnel do if they fail to adhere to uniform policies?
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What is the primary color restriction for accepted personal accessories?
What is the primary color restriction for accepted personal accessories?
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What is the correct placement for the nameplate on the uniform?
What is the correct placement for the nameplate on the uniform?
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What color options are acceptable for the nameplate and badge?
What color options are acceptable for the nameplate and badge?
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Which of the following is true regarding collar insignia for officers?
Which of the following is true regarding collar insignia for officers?
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What is the required condition of the nameplate and badge?
What is the required condition of the nameplate and badge?
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What is the minimum size for a collar insignia worn by firefighters?
What is the minimum size for a collar insignia worn by firefighters?
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How should the sleeves of the dress shirt be worn?
How should the sleeves of the dress shirt be worn?
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What must be worn underneath the dress shirt?
What must be worn underneath the dress shirt?
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What should the distance be from the collar end points for placing collar insignias?
What should the distance be from the collar end points for placing collar insignias?
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Which of the following statements about departmental uniform standards is true?
Which of the following statements about departmental uniform standards is true?
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What is optional for firefighters to display on their uniform?
What is optional for firefighters to display on their uniform?
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What type of uniform can personnel on Temporary Restricted Duty due to pregnancy wear?
What type of uniform can personnel on Temporary Restricted Duty due to pregnancy wear?
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Who determines the appropriate uniform for Honor Guard members?
Who determines the appropriate uniform for Honor Guard members?
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What is required for exceptions to be made for personnel unable to wear the appropriate uniform due to medical restrictions?
What is required for exceptions to be made for personnel unable to wear the appropriate uniform due to medical restrictions?
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Where are the Meritorious Valor and Service Ribbons worn on the Class A dress coat?
Where are the Meritorious Valor and Service Ribbons worn on the Class A dress coat?
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What is the footwear requirement for personnel engaged in department-authorized water rescue training?
What is the footwear requirement for personnel engaged in department-authorized water rescue training?
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What must alterations for the maternity uniform be obtained through?
What must alterations for the maternity uniform be obtained through?
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Which of the following is an authorized uniform for members of the Director’s Staff and above?
Which of the following is an authorized uniform for members of the Director’s Staff and above?
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How should approved exceptions for uniform restrictions conform?
How should approved exceptions for uniform restrictions conform?
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Which uniform elements are personnel allowed to wear during department-authorized water rescue training?
Which uniform elements are personnel allowed to wear during department-authorized water rescue training?
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Where can the ribbons be worn on Class B and C uniform shirts?
Where can the ribbons be worn on Class B and C uniform shirts?
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Study Notes
Uniform Standards for Sworn Personnel
- Collar Insignia: Placed 1 ¼” from collar end points, centered.
- Dress Pants: Full-length, no blousing or tucking, hemmed to reach the top of the shoes' heels, must match the blue dress coat.
- Dress Skirt: Hemline tailored to fall no shorter than the top of the kneecap and no longer than the bottom of the knee cap, must match the coat (blue/black).
- White Long-Sleeve Shirt: Completely buttoned with the tie centered, tucked into the waistband of pants/skirts, shirt button-line, fly of the pants, and belt buckle will be in line.
- Department Patches: On both sleeves.
- Nameplate and Badge: Worn at all times when the dress coat is not being worn, the nameplate with the employee’s proper name will be centered over the right-hand pocket in-line with the badge, and the lower edge of the nameplate adjoined and parallel to the top of the pocket, nameplates will be kept clean and be the appropriate color (gold or silver) for the rank or position.
- Serving Since Plate: Depicting the year they started serving as a firefighter is optional.
- Badge: Worn on the left chest centered over the pocket, badges will be kept clean and be the appropriate color (gold or silver) for the rank or position.
- Officers: Wear the appropriate number of gold bugles on Department-issued collar insignia, may wear a unit designator in place of one collar insignia on the right side if it is the same size and color as department-issued rank insignia.
- Firefighters: May wear one unit designator as collar insignia on the right side if it is 3/8” in size.
- White V-neck T-shirts: Worn underneath the dress shirt, they may not be exposed and/or extend below the sleeves of the shirt, undergarments will not be visible.
- Sleeves: Worn in the full down position, not rolled up.
- Approved Baseball Caps: May be worn at the identified station they represent, logos must be displayed on the back or side of the cap and will be no larger than 2” x 2” in size.
- Fanny Packs: Reasonably-sized fanny packs and personal tool holsters may be worn but will be restricted to navy-blue or black in color and free of any graphic designs or logos with the exception of the department logo, personal accessories must not interfere with the fit or donning of protective equipment or the performance of job duties.
- Class A Uniform: Worn at promotional ceremonies, graduation ceremonies, funerals (active or retired firefighters), Medal Day or other similar recognition event, station/facility openings or dedications, parades, or as directed by the Fire Chief or designee.
- Class B Uniform: Worn at training sessions, drills, or fire suppression activities, when responding to emergency calls or incidents, performing operational duties, performing inspections.
- Class C Uniform: Worn when performing administrative duties, when meeting with the public, or when attending meetings.
- Personnel Actively Engaged in Department-Authorized Water Rescue Training: May wear the following: Department-issued polo or T-shirt, appropriate footwear for the activity, Department-issued wetsuit or swimsuit when appropriate.
- Honor Guard Members: Wear the appropriate uniform as determined by the Honor Guard Coordinator/Commander.
- Travel Uniforms: Authorized for members of Director’s Staff and above at the discretion of the Fire Chief.
- Personnel on Temporary Restricted Duty Due to a Pregnancy: May wear the Class C uniform tailored with maternity panel(s), alterations must be obtained using the voucher available through the uniform voucher application.
- Exceptions: Personnel who are unable to wear the appropriate uniform in its entirety due to a medical restriction will require approval by the Fire Chief or designee, approved exceptions will conform as closely as possible in color, style, and size as the uniform element.
- Meritorious Valor and Service Ribbons: Worn beneath the badge centered across the top border of the left pocket on Class A dress coat and may be worn on the flap of the left shirt pocket on the Class B and C uniform shirts, ribbons displaying the highest commendation will be worn nearest the center of the chest, if there are more than three ribbons displayed the ribbon displaying the highest commendation will be centered atop the middle ribbon, multiple ribbons will be placed on a bar, there will be no more than three ribbons on each bar, each ribbon bar will be centered on the pocket in descending order not to exceed one three-ribbon bar across.
- Certification Insignia: May be worn ½” above the nameplate on the Class B and C uniforms, limited to any two side by side at one time, includes Paramedic or EMT pin, Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting (ARFF) pin, Dive Rescue Team (DRT) pin, Wings for aircrew members, Technical Rescue Technician (TRT) pin, Hazardous Materials certification pin, Marine Firefighter, Urban Search and Rescue.
- American Flag Pin: When worn, placed centered above all certification pins and the nameplate, EXCEPTION: When the nameplate is made with the American Flag as one piece, certification pin(s) may be worn above.
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This quiz covers the essential uniform standards for sworn personnel, detailing specifications for collar insignia, dress pants, dress skirts, shirts, and patches. Understanding these standards is crucial for maintaining professionalism and uniformity within the department. Test your knowledge on the proper attire and its guidelines.
