73.5 Uniform Grooming and Equipment Standards Flashcards
Name the four types of authorized uniforms.
1) Formal Uniform (Class A)
2) Work Uniform
3) Utility Uniform (Blue BDU)
4) Cold Weather Uniform
(HPM 73.5, Chapter1)
What are the two types of wearers for the utility uniform?
1) Primary wearers
2) Incidental wearers
(HPM 73.5, Chapter1)
When may utility uniform pants be “bloused”?
When worn with combat-style boots
HPM 73.5, Chapter1
When performing patrol duties, officers operating a patrol car _________ (shall/should) keep the campaign hat (felt or straw) readily available within the vehicle.
Shall
HPM 73.5, Chapter1
True or False: all uniformed CHP officers on State Capitol grounds (for any purpose) are required to wear the campaign hat.
True
HPM 73.5, Chapter1
What are the five types of pins allowed on the left flap pocket of the uniform?
1) Medal of Valor
2) Officer of the Year
3) US Flag
4) US Military Flag
5) Special Pins (designated by the Commissioner)
(HPM 73.5, Chapter1)
True or False: a dickey may be worn with a short sleeved uniform and no jacket.
True
HPM 73.5, Chapter1
True or False: a tie may be worn with a short sleeved uniform and no jacket.
False
HPM 73.5, Chapter1
True or False: fingernails shall not extend beyond the tips of the fingers.
True
HPM 73.5, Chapter3
Male and female employees may wear up to a total of ______ conservative rings while on duty.
Two
HPM 73.5, Chapter3
True or False: with respect to departmental policy restricting the number of rings worn while on duty, a wedding and engagement ring are considered one ring.
True
HPM 73.5, Chapter3
When in uniform, female employees’ hair may not extend beyond __________.
The bottom of the uniform shirt collar.
HPM 73.5, Chapter3
While in uniform, female employees may wear up to a total of _______ stud-type earrings.
Trick question - no earrings are permitted to be worn while in uniform.
(HPM 73.5, Chapter3)
What color(s) of nail polish may be worn by female employees while in uniform?
Trick question - only clear nail polish may be worn.
HPM 73.5, Chapter3
True or False: departmental policy restricting the display of body art (tattoo, intentional scarring, etc.) only applies to uniformed employees and cadets.
True
HPM 73.5, Chapter3
True or False: departmental policy restricting the display of body art (tattoo, intentional scarring, etc.) only applies when employees are in uniform.
False (applies any time uniformed employees are on duty or representing the Department in any official capacity.
(HPM 73.5, Chapter3)
What is the recommended method for cleaning a coffee stain from a uniform?
Sponge the affected area with glycerin.
HPM 73.5, Chapter3
True or False: employees are prohibited from polishing their assigned badge/cap piece.
True
HPM 73.5, Chapter3
If the soft body armor carrier is visible underneath the uniform shirt, the carrier shall be what color?
Navy blue
HPM 73.5, Chapter4
Soft body armor shall be worn by employees working in what capacity?
1) Assigned to field enforcement
2) Operating a marked patrol vehicle in uniform
3) Participating in “live fire” weapons training
(HPM 73.5, Chapter4)
True or False: all special duty (field support) officers shall wear soft body armor.
False (only the front desk officer and/or watch officer)
HPM 73.5, Chapter4
True or False: commanders may grant exemptions to the mandatory wearing of soft body armor.
True
HPM 73.5, Chapter4
Soft body armor shall be replaced within ______ years from the date of manufacture.
Five
HPM 73.5, Chapter4
True or False: public discussion or display of state-issued soft body armor effectiveness, ballistic resistance, or area of coverage is prohibited.
True
HPM 73.5, Chapter4
Reporting of “soft body incidents” is required to the Office of Legal Affairs within ________ days.
Ten working days
HPM 73.5, Chapter4
True or False: civilian clothing shall not be worn or visible in conjunction with any distinguishable part of the uniform within public view.
True
HPM 73.5, Chapter5
True or False: the departmental badge shall always be attached to the outermost garment while in uniform.
True
HPM 73.5, Chapter5
True or False: a tie may be worn with the short-sleeve uniform shirt provided an approved uniform jacket is worn.
True
HPM 73.5, Chapter5
True or False: the green dress jacket shall be completely zippered during official functions.
True
HPM 73.5, Chapter5
As part of the formal uniform, the 100 percent wool trousers shall be worn by all uniformed employees, except those assigned to ____________.
Motorcycle or mounted duty
HPM 73.5, Chapter5
While in uniform and socks are visible, they shall be limited to what colors?
Royal blue, navy blue, or black
HPM 73.5, Chapter5
The soles of footwear shall not be more than ______ inch(es) thick.
3/4 inch
HPM 73.5, Chapter5
True or False: uniformed employees shall carry both a pen and a pencil while on duty.
False (pen or pencil)
HPM 73.5, Chapter5
Uniformed employees purchasing new garments during the _________ months prior to completion of the required five-year period may have the additional service stripe for such period affixed to the garments.
Six months
HPM 73.5, Chapter5
How many sizes of sergeants’ chevrons are there?
Two (the smaller ones are for short-sleeved shirts)
HPM 73.5, Chapter5
Departmental aircrew employees shall wear undergarments made of what fabric/material?
Cotton
HPM 73.5, Chapter7
What color shall CHP aviation gloves be?
Brown
HPM 73.5, Chapter7
What color shall CHP aviation jackets be?
Navy blue
HPM 73.5, Chapter7
What color shall CHP aviation helmets be?
White
HPM 73.5, Chapter7
What decal shall be on departmental motor helmets, aviation helmets, mounted patrol helmets, and bicycle helmets?
The US Flag
HPM 73.5, Chapter7
For most non-uniformed employee positions that involve contact with the public, what mode of dress is expected?
Normal business attire (shirt and tie, dresses, pant suits)
HPM 73.5, Chapter 9
True or False: non-uniformed employees choosing to wear the optional uniform shall place service stripes on the left sleeve for every five years of service with the CHP.
True
HPM 73.5, Chapter 9
True or False: non-uniformed employees choosing to wear the optional uniform shall wear a nameplate of the type specified in HPM 73.5, Chapter 9, Annex A.
False (nameplate is optional for non-uniformed employees)
HPM 73.5, Chapter 9
During a formal inspection, a sergeant is to take note of ____________.
Commendations and discrepancies
HPM 73.5, Chapter 9
A uniform and equipment inspection __________ (should/shall) be conducted at every Area command annually.
Shall
HPM 73.5, Chapter 9
What form(s) of identification is/are required to be in the officer’s possession during a uniform and equipment inspection.
Departmental ID and valid driver license
HPM 73.5, Chapter 9
During a formal inspection, officers shall arrange themselves in descending order according to height, tallest to the right of each rank, maintaining a maximum of ________ persons per rank.
Nine
HPM 73.5, Chapter 9
During a uniform and equipment inspection, the firearm inspection shall consist of inspecting the pistol for _____________.
Defects and cleanliness
HPM 73.5, Chapter 9
When the inspecting officer removes the pistol from the hand of the officer being inspected, what does the officer do with his/her hand?
Drops it down to his/her side while standing attention.
HPM 73.5, Chapter 9
Uniform committee members are appointed by the Commissioner and serve a _______ year term.
Three
HPM 73.5, Chapter 11
How often does the uniform committee convene?
At least once annually
HPM 73.5, Chapter 11
Proposals for uniform or equipment changes, additions, or deletions shall be submitted through channels to _________ on a memorandum.
the Academy
HPM 73.5, Chapter 11
Manufacturers submitting uniform garments for evaluation are required to provide the Department with a minimum of ______ garments.
16
HPM 73.5, Chapter 11
An employee is eligible to receive a uniform allowance after completing _______ year(s) of service.
One
HPM 73.5, Chapter 12
True or False: uniformed employees absent for 30 or more consecutive calendar days due to sick leave, injury time, or military leave will have their uniform allowance decreased on a proportional basis for each such pay period.
True
HPM 73.5, Chapter 12
Uniformed employees who are absent for ______ or more days during a pay period due to suspension or nonmilitary leaves of absence will have their uniform allowance decreased one month on a proportional basis for each such pay period.
11
HPM 73.5, Chapter 12
Pay warrants for the uniform allowance are normally distributed by what date?
The 10th of the second month after the employee’s established uniform allowance anniversary.
(HPM 73.5, Chapter 12)
True or False: uniformed employees who are separated from the Department prior to their uniform allowance anniversary date will receive the prorated portion of their uniform replacement allowance.
False (they get nothing)
HPM 73.5, Chapter 12
How many sets of shoulder patches, service stripes, and cloth chevrons are reimbursable as uniform accessories for each fiscal year?
Four sets of each
HPM 73.5, Chapter 12
True or False: submission for reimbursement for specific uniform items shall be completed on the CalATERS system.
True
HPM 73.5, Chapter 12
True or False: the Department will not reimburse an employee for personal property lost or damaged due to negligence.
True
HPM 73.5, Chapter 12
When a uniformed employee substitutes privately-owned equipment for state-issued equipment and the privately-owned equipment is destroyed in the line of duty, what is the limit on the replacement cost the state will pay for reimbursement?
No more than the current replacement cost of the state-issued item
(HPM 73.5, Chapter 12)
What form is used for claiming reimbursement for damaged equipment?
CHP 130, Claim for Reimbursement-Uniform or Equipment Damage
HPM 73.5, Chapter 12
How many copies of the CHP 130, Claim for Reimbursement-Uniform or Equipment Damage are to be submitted when making a claim?
Three
HPM 73.5, Chapter 12
Under what circumstances may an employee claim reimbursement for “special handling” costs of cleaning a uniform item?
1) The item was soiled during a specific incident in the line of duty
2) Not the fault of the employee
3) Uniform requires special handling at the cleaners
(HPM 73.5, Chapter 12)
In the event a uniformed employee is ordered to military duty exceeding _______ days, all departmentally-issued equipment shall be stored securely at the command.
90 days
HPM 73.5, Chapter 13
True or False: the mock dickey may be worn with the short-sleeve shirt without the blue patrol jacket.
True
HPM 73.5, Chapter 6
Under what conditions may the knit cap (beanie) be worn?
In designated cold weather areas with the cold weather uniform, or when specifically authorized by the Area commander.
(HPM 73.5, Chapter 6)
True or False: the call-out jacket may be worn with the regular uniform.
False (shall not be worn with the uniform)
HPM 73.5, Chapter 6
True or False: fingerprint pads may be worn on the key strap ring attached to the duty belt.
False (only keys may we attached)
HPM 73.5, Chapter 6
Under what circumstances may uniformed employees wear the 100% cotton blue utility (baseball) cap?
Only while wearing rainwear under the rain jacket hood
HPM 73.5, Chapter 6
True or False: wearing sunglasses or eyeglasses on the top of the head is prohibited.
True
HPM 73.5, Chapter 6
