GEN Flashcards
GEN-01: Personal Appearance
What are the exceptions to the jewelry part of the policy?
- Wristwatch;
- Medical alert bracelet;
- Rings; and
- Necklaces worn discreetly beneath the shift.
Note:
- Plainclothes members can wear conservative earrings.
- Some implants acceptable done by licensed medical practitioner.
- Undercover members may display facial or body piercings with Division Commander approval.
GEN-01: Personal Appearance
What are some cosmetics NOT approved for wear?
- No false eyelashes or unnaturally colored contact lenses.
- No fingernail polish of any colors.
GEN-01: Personal Appearance
What is the acceptable length of sideburns?
No longer than midpoint of the tragus of the ear.
GEN-01: Personal Appearance
What is the female in uniform standard for hair length?
- May be extended over but not below bottom of ear, nor more than 2 inches forward of the ear.
- Ponytails, buns, etc…secured to the head.
GEN-02: Uniforms
What pieces of equipment may the OIC at a riot or disturbance designate as optional?
- Necktie and clasp
- Cross strap
- Name tag
- Badge of office
- Whistle and chain
- Gas mask
- UOF equipment defined in UOF-04
GEN-02: Uniforms
Key point of consideration for the SUMMER Class C uniform.
If Armorskin and long sleeve base shirt are worn, a necktie without tie clasp shall be worn tucked underneath Armorskin without the cross-strap (p. 5 of 12).
GEN-02: Uniforms
- Who must approve a member wearing his/her uniform at a social event?
- Who must approve a member to go to an undercover assignment while having not shaved?
- Division Commander
- Unit/Section Commander
GEN-02: Uniforms
Uniform part measurement details to remember.
- Collar insignia-Troop on LS and both 1 inch from leading edge.
- Service chevrons-1 for every 2 years (1.5” above semicircular cuff edging-only for Troopers).
GEN-02: Uniforms
Uniform part measurement details to remember for Commissioned Officers.
- Class B-rank insignia: centered between shoulder seam and shoulder strap.
- Class C Super shirt- rank insignia: cut down to 1.5”x1.5” and placed 1/2” from the edge of the shoulder seam.
GEN-02: Uniforms
What is the order of the whistle and accessories?
Member’s right side: chain-key-whistle.
GEN-02: Uniforms
What is the rank and gold braiding layout?
All braiding is 1/2” wide 1/8” spacing (except major):
- Colonel: 4 rows, 1/2” braiding, 1/8” spacing.
- Lt. Colonel: 3 rows, 1/2” braiding, 1/8” spacing.
- Major: 1 row 1/2” braiding (sandwiching) + 1 row 1/4” braiding + 1 row 1/2” braiding, 1/8” spacing.
- Det. Captain: 2 rows, 1/2” braiding, 1/8” spacing.
Note: Detective Lieutenant/ Lieutenant will have the “appropriate gold braiding already affixed.”
GEN-02: Uniforms
Who is the certifying agency for high visibility apparel (w/certified label affixed)?
ANSI/ISEA
GEN-02: Uniforms
While in Class B uniform, what ribbon SHALL members BE ALLOWED to wear over the left breast pocket once they have attained 10 years of service?
Department Service Ribbon (blue/white/blue).
- 1 gold start for each additional 5 years of service onto white section of ribbon.
GEN-04: Military Courtesy
Key Points to Remember Regarding Salutes.
- When members are both in uniform and covered unless it would interfere with duty performance.
- To Commissioned Officers and Commissioned Officers salute to superior rank.
- Salute Governor, President, and VP.
- Applicable to other police agencies and Armed Forces.
GEN-04: Military Courtesy
In the “Attention Section,” list procedures when entering a superior officers office and the rank that this is applicable to.
Upon entering the office of Major (and higher), a member shall remove their cover and stand at attention.
GEN-04: Military Courtesy
Describe the procedure members SHALL take in uniform when the National Anthem is played.
Stand at attention and salute:
- Facing the music (unless the National Flag is displayed); and
- Starting at first note and until last note.
GEN-04: Military Courtesy
What is the distance when a member will render a salute for the National Flag?
6 paces from and 6 paces beyond.
Note: Flags shall be flown at night if they are directly illuminated.
GEN-04: Military Courtesy
When SHALL the flag of the Commonwealth be flown at half-staff?
- When National Flag is at half-staff;
- Governor’s order; OR
- Office of Superintendent order (does not say Colonel).
Note:
- Memorial Day: until noon, then raised.
- Flags are raised then lowered to half-staff at the onset.
GEN-04A: Ceremonial Tributes
List the member LEO count for death tributes as determined by the Colonel.
- Line of Duty Death: 40 members minimum
- Off-Duty Death: 20 members minimum
- Death of Immediate Family Member of an Active Member: 4 members provided by Station/Section/Unit to cover calling hours, funeral, and procession.
- Retired Members: 2 members from DFS.
- Active Public Safety Officers: Colonel SHALL determine killed in the LOD.
Note: 40/20/4/2
GEN-04A: Ceremonial Tributes
What is the number of members for details at funeral homes for the Honor Guard?
4 members
GEN-04A: Ceremonial Tributes
What is the length of time a badge shroud SHALL be worn?
- 30 days for active member who dies in the LOD.
- Off-Duty Active: date of death notification to interment.
- During appearance for funeral or memorial service for active or retired members.
GEN-05: Communicable Diseases
What is the recommended time to wash affected area with hot running water and soap?
At least 15 seconds.
GEN-05: Communicable Diseases
What is the recommended cleaning solution concentration ration?
- 1 part bleach to 10 parts water; OR
- A fungicide or a micro bacterial disinfectant.
Note:
- Supplies section recommendation: disposable towelettes w/70% isopropyl alcohol.
GEN-06: Drug Testing
Who SHALL a Supervisor notify when a member is required to use medication that has the potential to impair their job performance?
- Internal memorandum to Division Commander/Manager; and
- Copy to Occupational Health Unit for review by SP Surgeon.
