Hollywood Police Department SOP 101 Appearance Standards PDF

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SOP HOLLYWOOD POLICE DEPARTMENT #101 APPEARANCE STANDARDS ORIGINATION DATE: 11/01/2001 REVISED DATE: 07/07/2023 APPROVED: CHIEF OF POLICE, JEFF DEVLIN PURPOSE: To establish standards and guidelines for appearance and grooming. SCOPE: This SOP applies to all members of the Department. POLICY: Members will comply with the procedures and guidelines established in this SOP unless excused by proper authority. INDEX: PROCEDURE:.............................................................................................................................................. 3 I. UNIFORM GUIDELINES....................................................................................................................... 3 A. GLOBAL STANDARDS:........................................................................................................................... 3 B. AUTHORITY:......................................................................................................................................... 3 II. SWORN UNIFORM CLASSES............................................................................................................. 3 A. SWORN MEMBERS CLASS A UNIFORM:.................................................................................................. 3 B. SWORN MEMBERS CLASS B UNIFORM:.................................................................................................. 3 C. CLASS C UNIFORMS:............................................................................................................................ 4 D. TRAINING UNIT OFFICERS AND RECRUITS:............................................................................................. 6 E. POLICE ACADEMY TRAINEE UNIFORMS:................................................................................................. 6 F. HONOR GUARD UNIFORM:..................................................................................................................... 6 III. NON-SWORN UNIFORM CLASSES................................................................................................ 6 A. NON-SWORN MEMBERS CLASS A UNIFORM:.......................................................................................... 6 B. NON-SWORN MEMBERS CLASS B UNIFORM:.......................................................................................... 7 C. NON-SWORN MEMBERS CLASS C UNIFORM:.......................................................................................... 7 D. COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICERS........................................................................................................... 7 E. CRIME SCENE TECHNICIANS:................................................................................................................. 9 F. POLICE EXPLORERS:............................................................................................................................ 9 G. CITIZEN’S CRIME WATCH MOBILE PATROL VOLUNTEERS (MPV):............................................................ 9 H. VOLUNTEERS IN POLICING (VIP’S):........................................................................................................ 9 I. POLICE CHAPLAINS:.............................................................................................................................. 9 IV. GYM ATTIRE:.................................................................................................................................... 9 SOP 101 Appearance Standards Page 1 of 17 V. UNIFORM STANDARDS..................................................................................................................... 10 A. HEADWEAR:....................................................................................................................................... 10 B. UNIFORM SHIRTS:............................................................................................................................... 10 C. UNIFORM PANTS AND SHORTS:........................................................................................................... 11 D. POLICE DUTY BELT:............................................................................................................................ 11 E. UNIFORM FOOTWEAR:......................................................................................................................... 12 F. PROTECTIVE BARRIER GLOVES:.......................................................................................................... 12 G. CIVILIAN ATTIRE WHILE ASSIGNED INSIDE THE DEPARTMENT:............................................................... 12 H. UNDERCOVER OFFICERS:................................................................................................................... 12 I. OFF-DUTY UNIFORM RESTRICTIONS:................................................................................................... 13 J. COURT ATTIRE:.................................................................................................................................. 13 K. TRAINING ATTIRE:............................................................................................................................... 13 L. WEARING UNIFORM WHILE UNDER SUSPENSION:................................................................................. 13 M. NON-UNIFORMED OFFICERS AT IN-PROGRESS CALLS:...................................................................... 13 N. VIOLATIONS:................................................................................................................................... 14 VI. PERSONAL APPEARANCE........................................................................................................... 14 A. HAIR ALL MEMBERS:........................................................................................................................... 14 B. HAIR OF FEMALE UNIFORMED MEMBERS:............................................................................................ 14 C. HAIR MALE MEMBERS:........................................................................................................................ 14 D. SIDEBURNS UNIFORMED MEMBERS:.................................................................................................... 14 E. MUSTACHES AND BEARDS:.................................................................................................................. 14 F. PERSONAL HYGIENE AND ACCESSORIES:............................................................................................. 15 G. TATTOOS:.......................................................................................................................................... 15 VII. EQUIPMENT.................................................................................................................................... 16 A. UNIFORM JACKETS, RAINGEAR, AND REFLECTIVE VESTS:..................................................................... 16 B. ANTI-BALLISTIC VESTS:...................................................................................................................... 16 C. REQUIRED EQUIPMENT:...................................................................................................................... 16 D. DEPARTMENT EQUIPMENT:.................................................................................................................. 16 E. PERSONAL EQUIPMENT:...................................................................................................................... 16 F. DEPARTMENTAL CELLULAR TELEPHONES:........................................................................................... 16 VIII. DEFINITIONS:................................................................................................................................. 16 A. BICYCLE POLO:.............................................................................................................................. 16 B. CIVILIAN ISSUED POLO:................................................................................................................ 17 C. FOOTWEAR:.................................................................................................................................... 17 D. GOATEE:......................................................................................................................................... 17 E. MEDALS:.......................................................................................................................................... 17 F. PINS:................................................................................................................................................ 17 G. SWORN MEMBER POLO:............................................................................................................... 17 SOP 101 Appearance Standards Page 2 of 17 PROCEDURE: I. UNIFORM GUIDELINES A. Global Standards: The following standards apply to all members: 1. Uniformed members will only wear uniforms and equipment issued by the Department unless authorized by the Chief of Police. 2. Every member in a Sworn classification will have a complete Class B uniform, readily available in the event of a contingency requiring a uniformed appearance. 3. All classes of uniforms and accessories will be worn in their entirety, clean, and pressed as described. B. Authority: Division Majors have the authority to choose the class of uniform required for members under their Command. II. SWORN UNIFORM CLASSES A. Sworn Members Class A Uniform: All Sworn members are required to have a Class A uniform. The uniform will be worn when participating in formal occasions or as otherwise directed by the Chief of Police. The Class A uniform consists of: 1. Department-issued long sleeve dark blue shirt with Department shoulder patch on both shoulders. 2. Badges will be worn on the left side of the shirt in pre-positioned eyelets. 3. Nametag aligned with the top of the right shirt pocket flap. 4. Rank insignia on sleeve and/or collar. Rank insignias designating Lieutenants and above will be worn 1 inch from the tip of the collar and centered. 5. Hash marks on the left shirt sleeve. 6. Department-issued dark blue uniform pants. 7. Dark blue necktie. 8. Optional approved pins and awards. 9. Complete duty belt. 10. Dress hat (optional). B. Sworn Members Class B Uniform: All Sworn members are required to have a Class B uniform. The uniform will be authorized for uniformed assignments (on or off-duty) or as otherwise directed by the Chief of Police. The Class B uniform consists of: 1. Department-issued short or long-sleeved dark blue shirt (open collar, no tie) with Department shoulder patch on both shoulders. 2. Badge on the left side of the shirt in pre-positioned eyelets. 3. Embroidered name tag aligned with the top of the right shirt pocket flap. 4. Department-issued dark blue uniform pants. 5. Optional approved pins and awards. 6. Complete duty belt. 7. Rank insignia on sleeve and/or collar. Rank insignias designating Lieutenants and above will be worn one inch from the collar tip centered on top of the shoulder. 8. Optional exterior ballistic vest cover. SOP 101 Appearance Standards Page 3 of 17  C. Class C Uniforms: The following miscellaneous uniform categories are specific to the job description. 1. Motorcycle Officers: Officers assigned to the Motor Unit will wear the following uniform: a. Department-issued tall one-piece black leather motorcycle boots with optional metal plates. b. Department-issued dark blue motorcycle breeches with light blue piping (decorative stripe). c. Department-issued white long-sleeve shirt for Honor Guard assignments. d. Department-issued blue long or short sleeve for daily use. e. All Motor Unit uniform shirts shall adhere to the following: (1). Badge on the left side of the shirt in prepositioned eyelets. (2). Embroidered nametag aligned with the top of the right shirt pocket flap. (3). The motorcycle traffic wheel patch will be centered on the left uniform sleeve above the wrist. f. Traffic wing insignias are worn on the collar. Wings worn centered on the point of the collar with the tips of the traffic wings touching the stitching bordering the edges of the collar. The wings will be the same metallic color as the wearer’s badge. g. Complete duty belt meeting the same equipment standards as a Patrol Class B uniform. (1). The duty belt will be a high gloss finish with metal snaps of the same metallic color as the wearer’s badge. (2). The duty belt will be supported by a shoulder cross strap with a buckle of the same metallic color as the wearer’s badge. The strap will originate and end at the duty holster. (3). Belt keepers in high gloss finish with metal snaps of the same metallic color as the wearer’s badge. h. The motorcycle helmet will be worn with a chinstrap properly secured while the motorcycle is in operation. 316.211 f.s. Motorcycle Headgear Exemptions do not apply to Officers operating a City leased or owned motorcycle. i. Honor Guard Dress attire to include: (1). Light blue aiguillette (braid) over the left shoulder sleeve. (2). Light blue ascot. 2. Internal Affairs Unit: This section will apply to Detectives, Detective Sergeants, and Detective Lieutenants assigned to the Internal Affairs Unit. a. Male members will wear appropriate business attire: dress shoes, dress or Docker style pants, dress shirt, and tie. Sneakers are prohibited. b. Female members will wear appropriate business attire. c. Sworn Internal Affairs Unit members can wear the below attire on callouts: (1). Dress or Docker Style pants (2). Department-issued navy polo shirt with a gold badge embroidered on the left chest and Detective’s name affixed to the right chest. (3). Plain oxford or dress-type shoes. Sneakers are prohibited. SOP 101 Appearance Standards Page 4 of 17  3. Investigative Services Section: This section will apply to Detectives, Detective Sergeants, and Detective Lieutenants assigned to the Investigative Services Section. a. Male members may wear appropriate business attire consisting of dress shoes, dress or Docker style pants, dress shirt, and tie. Sneakers are prohibited. b. Female members may wear appropriate business attire. c. Sworn members of the Investigative Services Section may wear the below-listed attire: (1). Dress / Docker Style pants or 5.11 Stryke pants in coyote color. (2). Department-issued navy polo shirt with a gold badge embroidered on the left chest and Detective’s name affixed to the right chest. “Hollywood Police” will be screen printed on the back, and department patches will be affixed on both sleeves. (3). Plain oxford or dress-type shoes. Sneakers are prohibited. 4. Street Crime Members: a. Department-issued Black Battle Dress pants (BDU). Department-issued Black Street Crimes Unit shirt with a printed badge. b. Plain clothes may be worn when working in an undercover capacity. 5. SWAT Team Officers: a. Department-issued long sleeve grey Battle Dress Uniform (BDU). b. Approved Footwear. c. Other specialized equipment as authorized. (see Special Weapons & Tactics Team SOP) 6. Canine Officers: a. Department-issued grey Battle Dress Uniform (BDU). b. Complete duty belt with handler accessories. c. Other specialized equipment, as authorized. (See Police Canine SOP) 7. Marine Unit Officers and Beach Unit Officers: a. Department-issued dark blue shorts or nylon pants. b. Department-issued navy polo shirt. c. White or Black sneakers, plain with no visible logo, and white/black socks with shorts. d. While wearing long pants, the uniform shoe will be limited to an all-black, plain toe, lace- up, rubber or leather heeled sole, polishable, smooth, shiny finish; no suede. 8. Downtown Unit: a. Department-issued Uniform: (1). Department-issued navy polo. (2). Department-issued shorts or pants. (3). Black only plain sneakers with no visible logo and white/black socks with shorts. 9. Officers Operating a Bicycle: Department-issued polo shirts will be appropriately embroidered, identifying the member by name and rank. Patches will be worn on the sleeves of the polo. “Hollywood Police” will be printed on the back in a reflective material (along with the piping of the polo). Members operating a bicycle on a roadway will wear the designated Bicycle polo or issued reflective vest. SOP 101 Appearance Standards Page 5 of 17  D. Training Unit Officers and Recruits: Training unit officers are authorized to wear the following uniforms: 1. Training Unit Officers may wear a Class B Department-issued uniform, Department-issued red polo-style shirt with an embroidered badge, rank, and name with black BDUs or any other uniform item as authorized during the performance of their daily duties. 2. Recruits, while assigned to the Training Unit, will wear the following: a. Recruits will be issued two (2) recruit black polo-style shirts with an embroidered City of Hollywood patch, no name or screen-printing. b. Recruits will be issued two (2) black (BDU) pants. c. Under special circumstances, the Special Operations Division Major may authorize the issuance of two (2) white polo-style shirts with name embroidered and two (2) dark blue shorts. E. Police Academy Trainee Uniforms: Authorized for all members attending the Police Academy. 1. Consists of a light blue, short sleeve shirt: a. Hollywood Police Department patch on the right shoulder. b. Institute of Public Safety patch on the left shoulder. c. Collar insignias for Platoon Leader and Commander classifications, if applicable. d. Nametag aligned with the top of the right shirt pocket. 2. Navy blue pants. 3. Web belt with brass buckle. F. Honor Guard Uniform: Authorized for wear only by Departmental Honor Guard members when participating in official Honor Guard activities. 1. Department-issued long sleeve Class A shirt with creased sleeves or single-breasted dark blue jacket. Hash marks will be placed on the left sleeve. Uniforms will be adorned with issued gold buttons and proper rank insignia. 2. Specialty Nametag centered and aligned with the top of the right shirt or jacket pocket flap. 3. Approved ribbons will be worn centered and aligned above the right shirt or jacket pocket flap. 4. Department-issued dark blue pants with blue piping (decorative stripe). 5. High Gloss duty belt to include holster, magazine pouch, and handcuff case only. The cross strap and two keepers will be worn when wearing the jacket. 6. Light blue Ascot or dark blue tie with Honor Guard pin. 7. Aiguillette over the left shoulder sleeve. 8. High gloss shoes. 9. White gloves. 5. Honor Guard dress cover. III. NON-SWORN UNIFORM CLASSES A. Non-Sworn Members Class A Uniform: All Non-Sworn members are required to have a Class A uniform. The uniform will be worn when participating in formal occasions or as otherwise directed by the Chief of Police. The Class A uniform consists of: SOP 101 Appearance Standards Page 6 of 17  1. Department-issued long sleeve light blue shirt with Department shoulder patch on both shoulders. 2. Badge on the left side of the shirt in pre-positioned eyelets. 3. Nametag aligned with the top of the right shirt pocket flap. 4. Department-issued dark blue uniform pants or skirt. If worn, the length of the skirt/skort shall be no shorter than two inches above the top of the knee and no longer than three inches below the bottom of the knee. 5. Dark blue necktie. 6. Optional pins and awards. 7. Complete duty belt, if applicable. B. Non-Sworn Members Class B Uniform: Authorized for uniformed assignments (on or off-duty). 1. Department-issued short or long sleeve light blue shirt (open collar) with Department shoulder patch on both shoulders). 2. Badge on the left side of the shirt in pre-positioned eyelets. 3. Embroidered nametag aligned with the top of the right shirt pocket flap. 4. Dark blue uniform pants or skirt. 5. Optional pins and awards. 6. Complete duty belt, if applicable (to be worn with pants). C. Non-Sworn Members Class C Uniform: To be worn by Non-Sworn members assigned to Records Section, Quartermaster Section, Teletype Section, Support Services Division, Special Operations, and other approved administrative positions. 1. Department-issued polo-style shirt. 2. Embroidered patch on the left side of the shirt. 3. Embroidered nametag on the right side of the shirt. 4. Department-issued dark blue pants or skirts. If worn, the length of the skirt/skort shall be no shorter than two inches above the top of the knee and no longer than three inches below the bottom of the knee. D. Community Service Officers 1. Class A Uniform: Community Service Officers are required to have a Class A uniform. The uniform will be worn when participating in formal occasions or as otherwise directed by the Chief of Police. The Class A uniform consists of: a. Department-issued long sleeve light gray shirt with Department shoulder patch on both shoulders and Community Service Officer rocker below Department patch. (1). Badge on the left side of the shirt in pre-positioned eyelets. (2). Nametag aligned with the top of the right shirt pocket flap. (3). Department-issued dark blue uniform pants or skirt. If worn, the length of the skirt/skort shall be no shorter than two inches above the top of the knee and no longer than three inches below the bottom of the knee. (4). Dark blue necktie. (5). Optional pins and awards. (6). Complete duty belt, if applicable. SOP 101 Appearance Standards Page 7 of 17  2. Class B Uniform: Authorized for uniformed assignments (on or off-duty) a. Department-issued short or long sleeve light gray shirt (open collar) with Department shoulder patch on both shoulders and Community Service Officer rocker below Department patch (1). Badge on the left side of the shirt in pre-positioned eyelets. (2). Embroidered nametag aligned with the top of the right shirt pocket flap. (3). Department-issued black BDU pants. (4). Optional pins and awards. (5). Complete duty belt b. A Department issued short or long sleeve light gray polo shirt with optional exterior ballistic vest cover can be worn in lieu of a Class B open collar shirt. The polo will consist of the following: (1). Department shoulder patch on both shoulders and Community Service Officer rocker below Department patch (2). “Community Service Officer” printed on the back. (3). Embroidered CSO badge on the left side of the shirt (4). Embroidered nametag on the right side of the shirt. First initial, last name, and rank. (Community Service Officer) (5). Department-issued black BDU pants. (6). Optional pins and awards. (7). Complete duty belt (8). Outer vest carriers will be issued a velcro Community Service Officer patch for the back of the carrier. 3. Class C Uniform: a. Authorized for uniformed Special Events with approval of Supervisor: (1). Department-issued light gray polo (2). Department-issued black BDU-style shorts (3). White or Black Sneakers, plain with no visible logo, and white/black socks. (4). Complete duty belt. 4. Traffic Homicide Investigator CSO’s: a. All Class A and B uniforms will be worn in compliance with (section III.D.1 and III.D.2.1) of this policy and adhere to the following: (1). The left uniform sleeve will have a Department shoulder patch, a Community Service Officer rocker, and a Traffic Motor Wheel. (motor wheel positioned at wrist for long sleeve uniform) (2). The right uniform sleeve will have a Department shoulder patch, a Community Service Officer rocker, and a Traffic Homicide Investigator patch. b. A Department issued short or long sleeve light gray polo shirt in accordance with (section III.D.2.2) The polo will adhere to the following: (1). The left uniform sleeve will have a Department shoulder patch and a Traffic Motor Wheel (2). The right uniform sleeve will have a Department shoulder patch and a Traffic Investigator patch. (3). “Community Service Officer” printed on the back. (4). Embroidered CSO badge on the left side of the shirt (5). Embroidered nametag on the right side of the shirt. First initial, last name, and rank. (Community Service Officer) SOP 101 Appearance Standards Page 8 of 17  (6). Department-issued black BDU pants. (7). Optional pins and awards. (8). Complete duty belt (9). Outer vest carriers will be issued a velcro Traffic Homicide patch for the back of the carrier. E. Crime Scene Technicians: Department-issued navy polo-style shirt. “Hollywood Police Department Crime Scene Unit” is printed on the back. 2. Department-issued Dark blue B.D.U. pants. 3. Department patch is worn on the left side of the shirt or jumpsuit. 4. Nametag aligned with the top of the right shirt pocket flap. F. Police Explorers: Authorized for wear by Police Explorers at official Department or Explorer functions only. 1. Department-issued light blue short sleeve shirt or light blue T-shirt. 2. Department-issued dark blue pants. 3. Black belt with silver buckle. 4. Hollywood Police Explorer patch on both shoulders. 5. Hollywood Police Explorer badge on the left side of the shirt. 6. Hollywood Police Explorer rockers under the patches. G. Citizen’s Crime Watch Mobile Patrol Volunteers (MPV): Authorized for wear while on patrol or attending authorized official City functions. The uniform will clearly distinguish MPV’s from Sworn members. The uniform will not be worn outside of the context of the program. The uniform will consist of: 1. Department-issued light blue polo shirt. 2. Red vest (provided). 3. Black or dark blue slacks or skirts. 4. Open-toe shoes are not permitted. H. Volunteers in Policing (VIP’s): The Volunteer uniform will clearly distinguish the VIP’s from Sworn Officers. The uniform consists of: 1. Department-issued beige Polo styles shirt (provided). 2. In addition to the Department issued polo style shirt, Volunteers may wear clothing appropriate for a business-type atmosphere: a. Men may wear slacks, a sport shirt with a collar, and closed-toe shoes with socks. b. Women may wear dresses, skirts, slacks, blouses, and closed-toed shoes. I. Police Chaplains: (See SOP# 184 CHAPLAIN PROGRAM, Section IV Chaplain Attire) IV. GYM ATTIRE: Members will wear appropriate gym attire and sneakers when using the Fitness Center. The following must be followed: 1. T-shirts and/or sleeveless t-shirts must always be worn. No midriff tops or bare midriffs. 2. No articles of clothing depicting obscenity and/or vulgarity. SOP 101 Appearance Standards Page 9 of 17  3. No articles of clothing are considered offensive to others. 4. Appropriate athletic footwear. No sandals of any type. V. UNIFORM STANDARDS A. Headwear: The Department authorizes the following styles of Police headwear: 1. Dress Uniform Cover: Optional wear by Sworn Officers with Class A. 2. Department-issued Baseball Cap: Optional wear with Class B and C uniforms, permitted with Class B uniform for extended outdoor exposure only. Baseball caps will not be worn indoors at any time. 3. Unit SOP’s will regulate Unit specific headwear and protective headgear, such as motorcycle and bicycle helmets. 4. Other headwear options may be available upon request and require approval by Division Major. (Ex. Wool caps, visors) 5. Headwear will be worn in a military manner, square and level on the head, in its original shape and form, and not soiled, crushed, modified, or sloppy in appearance with the bill facing forward. B. Uniform Shirts: All Class A and B uniform shirts will have the Police Department shoulder patch affixed. Sergeant chevrons and Unit identification patches will be affixed as appropriate. 1. The Department will issue uniform shirts that will be worn per this SOP. 2. White Class C shirts are reserved for use by members assigned to the Motorcycle Unit. 3. Sleeves will not be rolled up or turned under. All shirts will be closed entirely, except at the neck. 4. Shirts will be completely tucked into the uniform pants, shorts, or skirt. 5. Undershirts, if worn, will be black or white and completely covered by the shirt at the sleeve. 6. Class A and B uniform shirts require the following accessories displayed in the described manner: a. Badges will be worn above the left shirt pocket. b. Issued nametag, consisting of a minimum of the last name and the first initial, will be centered along the top of the right pocket flap. c. A maximum of two black ink pens will be inserted in the left shirt pocket. 7. Polo-Style Shirts: a. Polo-style shirts issued by the Department and will be worn in accordance with this SOP. b. Non-Sworn members will wear blue. c. Division Major approval will be required on all occasions where polo shirts may be worn. 8. Optional shirt decorations: The Chief of Police has authorized the following items for wear: a. Award Ribbons. b. Pins. (1). K-9 (Canine Officers) (2). F.B.I.N.A. (Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy) (3). SRO (School Resource Officer) SOP 101 Appearance Standards Page 10 of 17  (4). SPI (Southern Police Institute) (5). SWAT (Special Weapons and Tactics) (6). DARE (Drug Awareness Resistance Education) (7). SWLEI (Southwestern Law Enforcement Institute) (8). FTO (Field Training Officer) (9). THI (Traffic Homicide Investigator) (10). Approved Pin by the Chief of Police. (11). City Employee Service Pin may only be worn as tie tack on the Class A uniform. c. Medals. d. Career development chevrons. e. Service Hash Marks - One hash mark designates 4 years of continuous service with the Department. C. Uniform Pants and Shorts: Uniform pants and shorts will be worn as follows: 1. The Department will issue uniform pants and shorts that will be worn in accordance with this SOP. 2. The length of the pant leg will touch the top of the shoe while the member is standing. 3. The waistline will be maintained above the hipbone level. 4. Motorcycle Officers are guided by their Unit procedures. D. Police Duty Belt: The following will govern the wearing of the Police Duty Belt: 1. The following items will be affixed to the duty belt: a. Authorized firearm and holster. b. Handcuff case and handcuffs. c. Authorized Magazine pouches (worn vertically) and, at a minimum, two magazines. d. Radio carrier, radio, and microphone. e. At a minimum, one less lethal weapon. f. At a minimum, two belt keepers. 2. The following items are optional equipment to be worn on the duty belt: a. Protective glove case and protective gloves. b. Key holder. c. A folding knife may be carried but will be limited to a maximum blade length of three and one-half inches. The knife must be in a carrying case if worn on the duty belt. d. Flashlight holder and flashlight. e. Approved tourniquet holder and tourniquet. 3. Administrative positions as designated by the Division Major may approve the wearing of: a. Dress Uniform Belt b. Authorized holster and firearm c. Magazine pouch (worn vertically) one magazine and issued ammunition. SOP 101 Appearance Standards Page 11 of 17  E. Uniform Footwear: The following will govern footwear in all uniform classes unless specifically defined within the policy. 1. Socks will be worn at all times. The sock length will be above the ankle. (White socks will not be visible with long dark pants.) 2. The uniform shoe will be limited to an all-black, plain toe, lace-up, rubber, or leather-heeled sole. Polishable, smooth, shiny finish; no suede. 3. Boots may be worn and limited to a black, plain toe, rubber, or leather-heeled boot and tall enough that the pant leg will not catch or snag on the top of the boot. 4. Footwear will not be adorned with buckles or ornaments. a. No metal plates, cleats, or other attachments except for Motors will be worn on the bottom surfaces. b. Side Taps are permitted for the Honor Guard during Honor Guard functions. 5. The Combined sole and heel height of footwear will be no more than one-half inches. 6. Footwear will be kept polished and maintained in good condition. 7. Black polished boots or corfram shoes are required when Sworn Officers wear Class A uniforms. F. Protective Barrier Gloves: Latex gloves may be worn for personal protection. All other gloves are prohibited when wearing the regular duty uniform, with the following exception. 1. The below-listed models of leather gloves, manufactured by “HATCH” only, may be worn when a member is searching an individual, on a scene where there is a threat of exposure to body fluids, or where there is a potential for injury from sharp objects while searching scenes: a. “Resister Gloves” – cut-resistant lining; b. “Frisk Master Spectra Gloves” – cut-resistant lining; c. “Lined Barrier Gloves” - Liquid proof Barrier. 2. All gloves, including leather gloves, exposed to bodily fluids will be immediately disposed of properly after use and will not be reused. (Refer to SOP #112 Infectious Disease Control SOP). 3. Officers assigned to Units that utilize Police bicycle patrol may wear bicycle gloves when operating a bicycle. 4. Unit procedures will guide Motorcycle Officers. G. Civilian Attire While Assigned Inside the Department: The following rules will govern the wearing of civilian attire when assigned to a position within Headquarters: 1. Members will dress in appropriate business attire unless otherwise directed by their Division Major. 2. The Departmental Identification card, door card, or issued badge will be worn and visible when wearing non-uniform attire inside any Police Facility, in Court, or at the scene of any Police incident. H. Undercover Officers: Undercover Officers may wear hairstyles, facial hair, and clothing suitable to job tasks. SOP 101 Appearance Standards Page 12 of 17  I. Off-Duty Uniform Restrictions: Off-duty members are restricted in the use of the uniforms as follows: 1. Members may wear the full uniform going to and from work. 2. Members working extra-duty Police service assignments will wear the Class B uniform. Exceptions may be made with the approval of the Patrol Division Major. 3. When off-duty and not working an extra-duty assignment, no part of the uniform will be worn inside an establishment that serves alcohol. J. Court Attire: When attending Court or other legal proceedings, members will adorn the proper attire as follows: 1. Central Courthouse: Members will dress appropriately as follows: a. Jury Trials: Members will wear a Class A Uniform (preferred), Class B Uniform, or appropriate business attire. (1). Male Members: Appropriate business attire includes dress pants, dress shirt, and tie. (2). Female Members: This includes suits, dresses, dress pants, and dress shirts. b. Other Legal Proceedings: Members will wear, at a minimum, dress pants and a collared shirt. 2. Satellite Courthouse: Members will wear at a minimum: a. Male Officers: Class A uniform, Class B uniform, the member’s assigned Unit’s Uniform, or appropriate business attire. b. Female Officers: Class A uniform, Class B uniform, the member’s assigned Unit’s Uniform, or dress pants and dress blouse or dress skirt and dress blouse. K. Training Attire: The following attire is approved for training as indicated: 1. In-Service Classroom Training: a. Polo-style shirt, long pants, closed-toe shoes, or sneakers. b. Duty uniform. c. Appropriate business attire. d. Clothing as approved via prior written notice of the Training and Professional Development Unit Supervisor or appropriate Instructor. 2. In-Service Field Training: a. Polo-style shirt, long pants, closed-toe shoes, or sneakers. b. Duty Uniform. c. Clothing as approved via prior written notice of the Training and Professional Development Unit Supervisor or appropriate Instructor. 3. Outside Agency Training: a. Duty Uniform. b. Appropriate business attire, or as directed by the host agency. L. Wearing Uniform While Under Suspension: No portion of the uniform will be worn while a member is under suspension. M. Non-Uniformed Officers at In-Progress Calls: Plain-clothes Officers will approach the immediate scene wearing the official Department Badge or ID in a visible location or wearing an issued Police jacket with proper Police identification affixed. SOP 101 Appearance Standards Page 13 of 17  N. Violations: The Chief of Police must approve any uniform changes. Members who violate uniform standards may be required to return to their residence to don approved uniform apparel. 1. During their absence from the workplace and until their return, properly attired, they will not be compensated. 2. Only those items dispensed by the Quartermaster or approved by the Chief of Police will be worn. 3. All Supervisors and Command Staff members are required to enforce the provisions of this SOP and are accountable for the professional appearance of Department personnel. 4. Uniform standards will be inspected quarterly by the member’s immediate Supervisor. A copy of the completed and signed Uniform Appearance Inspection form (see Appendix A) will be forwarded to their Division Major via the chain of command before the end of each quarter. Division Majors will submit a memorandum to the Chief of Police on the status of the Uniform Inspections. Uniform Appearance Inspection forms will be archived for 1 calendar year. VI. PERSONAL APPEARANCE A. Hair All Members: Hair will be maintained clean, neatly combed or styled, and will not interfere with a member’s vision or the proper performance of duties. Shaved designs, plaited designs, or other controversial hairstyles or colors will not be worn while on duty. Hair decorations will not be worn. B. Hair of Female Uniformed Members: Hair worn below shoulder length will be pinned or secured on the head while in uniform so that the uniform hat can be worn. C. Hair Male Members: The sides and back of the hair will be either tapered or block cut but will not protrude over the shirt collar when the member is in a standing position. Hair may cover the upper half of each ear. D. Sideburns Uniformed Members: The length of the sideburns will not extend more than one-quarter inch beyond the lower tip of the ear lobe. The width will not exceed one and one-half inches at its widest point, and the growth will not exceed one-half inch deep. E. Mustaches and Beards: The wearing of facial hair will be guided by the following: 1. Mustache: will be neatly trimmed, and the growth will be limited to one-quarter inch beyond or below the corner of the mouth. 2. Beards: a. The beard will follow the jawbone and be kept neatly trimmed at all times. b. The beard will not be more than one inch in length at its longest point. c. The beard will not extend down from the crease of the neck or up onto the cheek under the eye. d. The beard will be developed while on vacation or otherwise away from the Department for at least 40 work hours. Members will not be permitted to maintain a shabby appearance because of a simple failure to shave. e. Goatees are not permitted. The member’s immediate Supervisor will be responsible for enforcing these guidelines. Any dispute will be submitted to the Chief of Police, whose decision will be final. SOP 101 Appearance Standards Page 14 of 17  F. Personal Hygiene and Accessories: Excluding those members acting in an undercover capacity, all members will be expected to maintain a high standard of personal grooming and hygiene. 1. Fingernails: Nail polish, if worn, will be of a conservative nature. Nails should be kept at a length that does not interfere with job functions. 2. Jewelry: a. Necklaces will not be visible while wearing the uniform shirt. b. In uniform, sworn female employees may wear one set of small post-style earrings. The earrings shall be silver, gold, diamond, or pearl, no larger than 6mm in size, and have non-locking backs. (1). Authorized earrings must be worn as a set with one earring in each ear. (2). The earring shall only be worn in the ear lobe. (3). Male employees shall not wear earrings while on duty or during extra duty assignments unless approved by their Division Major. c. Employees are discouraged from wearing expensive jewelry items because of the probability of loss and/or damage. In addition, officer safety is a factor that limits the wearing of jewelry. d. A wedding band may be worn. e. Sunglasses: Lenses and frames will be of a conservative nature. f. Members in uniform or plain clothes representing the City of Hollywood in an official capacity will not display any body piercing. The visible areas will include but are not limited to the eyebrows, nose, tongue, neck, and lips. Members assigned to V.I.N. and S.C.U must receive approval for the exhibition of body piercings from the Investigations & Community Affairs Bureau Chief and appropriate Division Major prior to the display of such piercing. G. Tattoos: This agency recognizes self-expression but ultimately maintains the authority to mandate a professional appearance as the Chief of Police or designee deems appropriate. Tattoos are strictly prohibited on the hands and above the collar, including any Member’s neck, face, head, and scalp. 1. Visible tattoos will not be of a style, color, or size that diminishes a professional law enforcement appearance or in any way compromises the integrity associated with law enforcement in the community. 2. Tattoos that depict sexual conduct, acts, organs, or preferences and/or depict degradation, intolerance, or discrimination against any race, religion, gender, sexual preference, or national origin or one commonly associated with any organization or group which advocates such degradation, intolerance or discrimination or is otherwise harmful to the community reputation of the agency is prohibited and must be covered at all times while performing in a law enforcement capacity. 3. Permitted tattoos will not be visible: a. When attending Court or other legal proceedings. b. When participating in formal occasions or as otherwise directed by the Chief of Police. 4. The Police Chief or designee reserves final decision on all matters related to whether a member’s tattoo is deemed inappropriate and must therefore be covered or removed. This determination shall be final and binding, with any associated costs to be borne by the Member. SOP 101 Appearance Standards Page 15 of 17 VII. EQUIPMENT A. Uniform Jackets, Raingear, and Reflective Vests: Jackets worn in any class uniform will be complete with Departmental patches, cloth emblems, rank insignia, or career development chevrons when applicable. 1. Rank insignias designating Lieutenants and above will be worn one inch from the shoulder/arm seam centered on top of the shoulder. 2. Only reflective vests issued by the Quartermaster are permitted and will be worn while directing traffic or working an accident scene. 3. Department-issued raingear will be worn during inclement weather for visibility. B. Anti-Ballistic Vests: Body armor is available to all Sworn members and Community Service Officers. Members will refer to the SOP #155 Quartermaster for Soft Body Armor guidelines. C. Required Equipment: Members are required to have all their equipment with them daily, as their assignment dictates. 1. Basic equipment includes a notebook, pens (black ink), and a flashlight. 2. An authorized aerosol chemical agent (valid expiration date) and/or Department approved impact weapon for which they hold a certification of competency. Officers are prohibited from carrying blackjacks, saps, or any other impact weapon not authorized by the Department. 3. Members whose duties require the operation of a City vehicle will have a valid Florida Driver’s License in their possession. 4. Upon leaving employment with the Department, all City-owned equipment will be returned to the department (see SOP 155 Quartermaster). D. Department Equipment: Members may be assigned vehicles, lockers, desks, cabinets, and cases as their function dictates. 1. All such equipment will be subject to entry and inspection without notice, at any time, by the Chief of Police or his designee. 2. All members are cautioned not to retain personal items in any Departmental owned vehicles, lockers, desks, cabinets, or cases, as the Department will not be responsible for the loss of or damage to any personal items. E. Personal Equipment: Members are permitted to use personally owned briefcases or similar containers for convenience in performing assigned duties. These containers are subject to being opened or inspected at any time while in or on City-owned property or vehicles or while being used by or in the possession or custody of members. F. Departmental Cellular Telephones: Departmental cellular telephones are issued to various members within the Police Department. 1. When a member transfers out of a Unit in which he was issued a Department cellular telephone, he will return the phone to his immediate Supervisor prior to leaving the Unit. VIII. DEFINITIONS: A. BICYCLE POLO: Department-issued polo shirts will be appropriately embroidered, identifying the member by name and rank on the right chest and embroidered badge on the left chest. Patches will be worn on the polo sleeves, and “Hollywood Police” will be printed on the back in a reflective material (along with the piping of the polo). SOP 101 Appearance Standards Page 16 of 17  B. CIVILIAN ISSUED POLO: Department-issued polo-style shirts, with embroidered patch on the left side of the shirt and the embroidered nametag on the right side of the shirt. C. FOOTWEAR: 1. Class A: The uniform shoe will be polished black boots or corfram shoes. Sneakers are prohibited. 2. Class B: The uniform shoe will be an all-black, plain toe, lace-up, rubber or leather heeled sole. The shoe must be able to be polished to a smooth, shiny finish; no suede. D. GOATEE: A small chin beard often trimmed into a point and resembling that of a goat. E. MEDALS: Decorations awarded by the Chief of Police to members for outstanding service. F. PINS: Ornaments identifying member achievement or specific assignments. G. SWORN MEMBER POLO: Department-issued polo shirts will be appropriately embroidered, identifying the member by name and rank on the right chest and embroidered badge on the left chest. Patches will be worn on the sleeves of the polo, and “Hollywood Police” will be printed on the back with the exception of CID. ATTACHMENTS: Appendix A: Uniform Appearance Inspection Form. SOP 101 Appearance Standards Page 17 of 17  HOLLYWOOD POLICE DEPARTMENT UNIFORM INSPECTION FORM Inspected Member: Badge #. Inspection Date: Inspecting Supervisors Signature: Badge #. DRESS CODE Complies with Policy Uniform: Badge……………………………………………………………………………….. YES Shirt ………………………………………………………………………………… YES (Completely tucked in) ……………………………………………………… YES (Sleeves not rolled up or tucked) ………………………………………….. YES (Buttoned except for neck) …………………………………………………. YES Undershirt not visible ……………………………………………………………… YES Two black ink pens………………………………………………………………… YES Footwear …………………………………………………………………………… YES Member has a complete, properly fitting Class B………………………………. YES Uniform regardless of current assignment……………………………………… YES Attire Appropriate for Current Assignment………………………………….. YES EQUIPMENT Holster/Firearm……………………………………………………………………... YES Handcuff Case/Handcuffs…………………………………………………………. YES Magazine Pouches (2)…………………………………………………………….. YES (Worn vertical) ………………………………………………………………. YES Radio Carrier/Radio………………………………………………………………... YES Taser & Holster (Spark Tested)…………………………………………………... YES (Worn Cross Draw / Support Side)………………………………………... YES Cartridge Expiration Date: N/A N/A YES OC Spray Expiration Date: N/A N/A YES Body Armor Expiration Date: 01 20 YES Nasal Naloxone Kit Expiration Date: N/A N/A YES Body Worn Camera………………………………………………………………… YES Functional Expandable Baton & Holster…………………………………………. YES RID (Fingerprint Scanner)…………………………………………………………. YES Equipment Appropriate for Current Assignment…………………………… YES PERSONAL APPEARANCE Earrings……………………………………………………………………………… YES Piercings…………………………………………………………………………….. YES Mustaches and Beards…………………………………………………………….. YES Tattoos (Visible)…………………………………………………………………….. YES CORRECTIVE ACTION IS REQUIRED IF “NO” IS CHECKED Identify the deviation, outline corrective action, and include the date by which the Member must comply with the Standard. Indicate the action or direction taken to ensure the Member complies with established Standards. Example: Member must get a haircut prior to the next shift. Comments (if not in compliance): 101 Appendix A.