Grooming Standards Flashcards
National Uniform Authority (NUA)
Authority held by the Surgeon General for Uniformity in the Corps.
Local Uniform Authority:
Local authority that make modification on the uniform in different settings.
What are the 5 elements of an officer’s appearance:
Neatness, cleanliness, safety, image, appearance
Can an officer eat, drink or chew gum while walking?
NO, officers must walk with purpose, they are not grazing cows.
True or false: An officer cannot not ever have anything in their pockets per policy.
False: An officer can put items in their pockets, they just cannot have a bulky appearance.
Can an officer place their hands in their pockets?
No, an officer cannot put their hands in their pockets.
Define conservative.
Not conspicuous or detracting from the professional appearance.
Define conspicuous.
Obvious to the eye, attracting attention, striking, bright in color.
What does it mean to complement skin tone?
A conservative color which contributes to the wearer’s natural skin tone
Define Faddish.
A style followed for a short period of time with exaggerated zeal.
Are Male USPHS officers authorized to wear earrings while not in uniform.
No
While active duty do active duty officers have to wear the insignia of their temporary or permeant grade.
Officers wear the insignia of their temporary grade.
What is the policy on how many rings an officer have in each hand while in uniform?
While in uniform, the maximum number of rings authorized for wear is 1 rings per hand in addition to an engagement ring or wedding band set.
True or False: While in uniform, nail polish must be of a shade that compliments the skin color and is not excessively faddish.
True: Make sure anything you put on your body is not faddish and will be complement your skin tone.
A female officer’s fingernails may not extend more than which length beyond the finger tips, while in uniform?
1/4”
What are the grooming standards for male beards.
Men are supposed to have a clean shaven face and beard.
How do you obtain an exception to the grooming stand of having a clean shaven face as a male.
Submit a shave wavier and keep it on your person.
How must headgear fit unto female heads.
Headgear fits snuggly and comfortably
around largest part of head without
distortion or excessive gaps
If a female wants to wear 2 small barrettes/combs/clips Bobby pins or rubber bands they have to make sure their
natural hair color
Are male officers allowed to wear cosmetics?
Male officers: NOT authorized to wear cosmetics.
What are the general guidelines for female officers and makeup while in uniform
Everything must look natural and not be over the top.
Can males wear clear coat nail polish?
Males can wear clear coat nail polish
What sized earring earrings can female officers wear?
Female officers: 4mm - 6mm (~1/8 - 1/4 inch)
Gold balls or pearl
True or false: Necklaces/Choker can be visible
False
True or False: Officers CANNOT have tattoos.
FALSE: All tattoos need to be reports and approved, based on location, content and size.
What are the guidelines for sunglasses, glasses, and contact lenses.
Eyewear must not be eccentric or faddish.
Contact lens must match natural eye color
What shoulder must you carry a bag?
Left shoulder.
Allowing you to salute
Can you wear a backpack over both shoulders while in dress uniform.
No you can not wear a backpack
A new officer is looking for a new backpack an handbag to bring to their duty station.
What colors can they choose
Black/navy blue (brown optional with khaki uniform)
* Women’s handbag/purse - matches shoe color
Can an active duty service member have a hot pink travel suitcase?
Sure, but they cannot be in uniform.
Can you put commercial logos on your backpacks as a uniformed officer?
No, you can put HHS logos on your backpack though.
What are the general rules for lanyards.
Wear what is required for your job.
Aim for conservative lanyards that are dark colored like blue and black.
Are service members allowed to have a communication device while I am in uniform?
Yes, it must be on either side of hip behind the elbow.
Are officers allowed to answer a phone call while walking?
No, unless you are picking it up for work purposes .
True or False: You cannot smoke, vape, or use tobacco products while in uniform.
True, no smoke products at all while in uniform.
