M1020.6K Uniform Regulations Revised 7/31/24 Flashcards by Brian Johnson

What are optional uniform items

Service dress blue skirt, wooly pully

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The wear of synthetic undergarments, such as the _____ is
prohibited in spaces subject to intense heat or fire

moisture wicking t-shirt

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Items such as the optional synthetic
_____ is prohibited onboard ship

high-gloss shoe

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What is the appropriate uniform for functions after 1800, funerals, wakes, etc., honoring US or foreign dignitaries

Service dress blue with combo cover

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While every order is
processed as soon as possible, the average completion time to fill a special order is
contractually bound _____ days

120

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Wearing the same garment _____ days in a row will decrease its life

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When the gold-plated buttons are exposed to moist air, they sometimes
become covered with green copper carbonate. Carbonate can be removed by rubbing
gently with acetic acid or any substance containing this acid, such as _____, followed by
a thorough washing in fresh water

vinegar

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What is the standard CG uniform of the day, regardless of the season or location, is what

Service Dress blue or Tropical Blue

The standard Coast Guard uniform of the day, regardless of season or location, is ServiceDress Blue (SDB) or Tropical Blue (TB) uniform

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Who prescribes the uniform of the day

District commanders prescribe the uniform for the season, day, or special occasion for Personnel within the geographical limits of their district. (Superintendent, Coast Guard Academy, will prescribe the uniform for wear by all cadets and permanent detail.Commanding Officer, Training Center Cape May, will prescribe the uniform for wear by All recruits and permanent detail.

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The following criteria will be used as a guide to determine when SDB is more appropriate
than TB or Winter Dress Blue (WDB):

a. When a participant or guest at ceremonies or functions for which the military
or civilian host requires the use of their equivalent of SDB.
b. When permanently or temporarily assigned at the facility of another military
service that observes seasonal uniform changes.
c. When a participant or guest in any ceremony or function at which a higher
level of formality is traditional or expected.
d. When attending official or social functions after 1800, Dinner Dress or
Service Dress Blue “Alpha” may be more appropriate.
e. When participating in hearings at the local, state, federal, or international
level.
f. When serving as a Coast Guard or military representative at military funerals.
Service Dress Blue “Alpha” with combination cap is also the appropriate

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When walking from point to point in uniform, members will not…

Smoke, eat, drink, use handheld devices( talk, text, or read) or keep hands in their pockets

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What rings are not authorized

Thumb rings

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What ear rings are authorized

One per ear in earlobe, 4-6mm ball studs(1/8-1/4in) natural white pearl, white diamond, plain gold or silver

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What color should umbrella be and what hand is it carried in

Plain black or navy blue
left hand

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The bulk of the hair for men must not be more than how much

bulk 1-1/2 in from scalp

no longer than 4 inches

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Hair above the ears and around the neck will be tapered from the lower natural hairline upwards at least ___ and outward not greater than ___ to blend with hairstyle

3/4in
3/4in

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The bulk of the hair for women must not exceed what

No portion of the bulk of the hair
as measured from the scalp will
exceed 3.5 inches. (Except a bun
that may extend to a maximum of 4 inches as measured out from the scalp

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3.5 in as measured perpendicular to the scalp

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The hair may touch, but not fall below a horizontal line level with the what

Bottom edge of the back of the collar

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Sideburns will not extend below a point level with the…..

Bottom of the ear opening

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French nails are authorized with a white tip only. How wide can the white tip be

1/4in width

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What is the maximum width of a watch band

1 inch

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What bracelets are authorized

Limited to medical alert or those required for military purposes.POW/MIA/KIA bracelets (only one may be worn) areauthorized. Ankle bracelets are not authorized.

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What are ring regulations

Maximum of one ring per hand. Engagement/wedding ring or class/wedding ring sets are counted as one ring. Thumb rings are not authorized.

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What are earring regulations

Women: One earring per ear centered on the earlobe for women. Earrings will be 4-6mm ball studs (approx. 1/8 – 1/4inch), natural white pearl (colored pearls are not authorized),white diamond, plain gold or silver with a shiny or brushed-matte finish settings. Decorative or combination settings not authorized.

Men: Earrings are not authorized for men in uniform at anytime or when on leave or liberty on a military facility. See Reference (d) for more information.

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What colors are authorized for watches

Conservative colors- black brown navy blue silver or gold 2-2

What color shirt studs are authorized

Plain gold or plain natural white pearl. (Colored pearls or decorative settings are not authorized.) 2-2

What kind of cuff links are authorized

Plain gold or coast guard related 2-2

What size is the tie tack

The tie bar will be approximately 3/16 inches wide; tie tacks must be no more than 3/4 inches in diameter Should not be visible when wearing service dress blue coat 2-3

What size should the tie bar be

Approx 3/16 in wide Should not be visible when wearing service dress blue coat 2-3

What kind of umbrella is authorized

Plain black or dark blue, expandable, straight handle. Must be carried in left hand. 2-3

When can religious items be worn with uniform

Concealed or worn only during religious services. 2-3

What color backpack is authorized

Black or blue 2-4

How should a bag be worn with one strap

Over the left shoulder on the same side of the body(not diagonally) 2-4

How should a bag be carried while in SDBs

Hand carried unless on a training facility where the command has authorized limited wear 2-4

What color should glasses lenses be

Black or brown 2-5

What color are sunglass/glasses frames

Sunglass frames must be conservative (unadorned black or navy blue material; gold or silver wire) 2-5

Sunglasses are not authorized in formation unless the need to wear sunglasses has been certified by _____, or otherwise authorized by the commander/commanding officer due to environmental conditions.

medical authorities 2-5

Who sets the policy for security lanyard or badge reels

Local command reels worn above the waist and conservative in appearance 2-5

female hair regulations

No portion of the bulk of the hair as measured from the scalp will exceed 3.5 inches. (Except a bun that may extend to a maximum of 4 inches as measured out from the scalp Ponytails are authorized (unpinned), but hair that would normally fall below the lower edge of the collar 2-10, 11

What are the stipulations for hair accessories for women

Hair accessories shall not add more than 3.5 inches 2-10

What are the specifications for hair braids, corn rows, etc

(approximately 1/2-inch or less diameter and not to exceed ¼ inch space between rows) 2-11

What is the authorized size of elastic bands covered in material

Not to exceed 1 in in width Black navy blue or brown or hair color 2-11

What is the authorized size of a wingless claw

3 in length 1in width Black navy blue or brown or hair color 2-11

How long can finger nail extend passed finger tip

1/4 in 2-13

What color is authorized for finger nail polish

2-13 Color choice shall represent a professional appearance, only one color may be worn and all nails must match ALCOAST UNCLAS//N01020 ACN139/19 NOV 25, 2019 RESULTS OF UNIFORM BOARD 48

The white tip of a french nail shall be no wider than what

1/4 in, 0.25 in 2-13

What is the max length of male hair

4 in long and 1-1/2in of bulk 2-14

Who grants shaving waivers for member with pseudofolliculitis barbae

CO or OIC 2-15

What length can facial hair be for those who have a shaving waiver

1/4 in 2-15

How long can males finger nails be?

Shall not extend passed finger tip 2-15

Dental Appliances, Crowns, Caps, or Ornamentation

Will be natural colored or silver for dental necessity when worn on noticeable visible portions of teeth Bands used on braces shall be natural in color and not stand out when worn 2-15

What tie is worn with the formal dress blue

Men: white bow tie. Women: black formal dress necktie 3-3

What tie is worn with the dinner dress blue jacket

Men: black bow tie. Women: black formal dress necktie 3-5

What tie is worn with the dinner dress white jacket

Men: black bow tie. Women: black formal dress necktie 3-7

What uniform do both men and women wear the same blue four in hand tie

Winter dress blues 3-17

What uniform do women wear the black tab tie

Dinner dress blue and dinner dress white 3-9, 3-10

What tie do men wear with the dinner dress blue

black bow tie 3-9

What tie is worn with full dress blue

Male will wear blue four-in-hand tie. Female will wear blue tab tie or optional four-in-hand tie. Tie bar/Tack is required with four-in hand tie 3-11

Where are ribbons and medals worn on the full dress blue and white

medals over left pocket, ribbons over right 3-11, 12

What tie is worn with the full dress white

women only- blue tab 3-12

What tie is worn with the SDB A and B

Male will wear blue four-in-hand tie. Female will wear blue tab tie or optional four-in-hand tie. Tie bar/Tack is required with four-in-hand tie 3-13, 14

what tie is worn with the service dress white

blue tab tie 3-15

How long do you dry ODUs for

10 minutes then hang on rust proof hanger 3-19

What tie is worn with the TBLS

Males will wear blue four-in-hand tie. Females will wear blue tab tie with Overblouse or optional four-in-hand tie with tucked in shirt. Tie bar/Tack is required with four-in-hand tie 3-17

What tie is worn with WDB

Blue four-in-hand for men and women. Tie bar/Tack is required 3-18

What size safety boots are worn with the ODUs

8-10 in 3-20

What uniforms is the garrison cover worn with

 SDB  TB  WDB  Flight suits 3-22

When cap is not worn, it is carried under the belt on the _____ side of the body with the Coast Guard insignia facing outward

right 3-22

The ball cap is worn with what uniforms

ODU and flight suit 3-22

The watch cap is worn with what uniform

ODU 3-22

The cold weather cap is worn with what uniforms

 FWP  Fleece Liner  ODU liner  Reefer coat  Trench coat  Bridge coat 3-23

How many letters are on the ball cap

17 characters max 3-23

Who can authorize unit t shirts or sweatshirts in lieu of the traditional blue ODU under shirt

operational unit commanders 3-26, 3-29

Who specifies sleeves up or down

the command 3-28

What is the only authorized knot for the coast guard standard blue tie

Double Windsor no more than 3 in wide 3-32

Describe folding sleeves up

fold 1- up to armpit fold 2- fold the sleeve up again, leaving about 3” of the first fold exposed fold 3- pull the cuff back down over the entire fold. This results in a 3” cuff about 2” above the elbow 3-28

_____ may authorize the wear of either an optional blue crew neck long sleeve T-shirt (similar to the Blue Unit Crew Neck T-shirt listed in 3.C.2), Coast Guard Unit Sweatshirt, Coast Guard standard Blue Sweatshirt over the above required t-shirts

Commanding Officer 3-29

What does the women's light blue shirt have that the mens does not

button fly 3-30

The light blue shirt should fit smoothly around the neck with a _____ inch ease

1/2 3-30

What alterations are authorized for the light blue shirt

the sleeve of the long sleeve may be shortened and altered for a more athletic fit 3-31

What color studs and cuff links are authorized with the pleated and formal white dress shirts

stud- plain gold or natural white pearl cuff- plain gold or CG related 3-32

What knot is authorized for the blue standard neck tie and what uniforms is it worn with

double Windsor  FDB (Men and Women)  SDB “A” (Men and Women)  SDB (Men and Women)  WDB (Men & Women)  TBLS (Men & Women) Note females wearing the Overblouse shall wear the tab tie 3-33

Bow ties (men only) may be hand tied or a clip on type, approximately _____ inches wide and worn with what uniforms

4.5 Wear Black Bow Ties With  DDBJ  DDWJ  DDB Wear White Bow Ties With  Formal Dress Blue 3-33

What uniform do women wear the tab tie with

blue:  FDB  FDW  SDB “A”  SDB  SDW  TBLS “Overblouse” black:  DDB  DDW 3-33

What uniform do women wear the black formal dress neck tie with

 Formal Dress Blue  DDWJ  DDBJ 3-34

The skirt will have a _____ inch hem parallel to the floor. The hemline may fall between the crease in the back of the knee to _____ inches below the crease

2-3 3 3-40

The blue formal skirt will have a _____ inch hem parallel to the floor. The hemline will be floor length (no more than _____ inches off the floor

2-3 1-1.5 3-41

Wash and Wear trousers/slacks shall NOT be worn with the what Jacket - color and fabric varies from the this jacket

SDB 3-43

The Basic Riggers belt is made of _____ inch wide black nylon fabric with a sewn on subdued, fast cinch buckle. When worn the bitter end should be behind but not past the first belt loop on the wearer’s _____

1.75 LEFT 3-44

Align the belt so that the tab edge (metal tip) touches the wearer’s_____ side of the buckle. Align the _____ side of the buckle with the opening of the shirt and opening of the fly, forming a straight line.

LEFT RIGHT WOMEN: RIGHT , LEFT (opposite of men) However, in all cases, the non-tab edge of the belt must align with the fly 3-44

The oxford heels will be no higher than _____ inch.

01 3-46

How far down should the windbreaker be zipped

3-4 inches from the top 3-50

Scarves are worn under what jackets

black:  Windbreaker  FWP white:  Reefer Coat  Bridge Coat  Trench Coat 3-54

How long can maternity uniforms be worn

During pregnancy and up to 60 days after returning from maternity leave 3-55

Blousing bands will be located between the _____ eyelets from the top of the boot

second and third 3-58

Handbags are not more than _____ inches wide, _____ inches high, and _____ inches deep

12x8x5 3-58

Umbrellas are _____ or _____ material. They must be carried in the _____ hand

black or navy blue left 3-58

What uniform would you wear in these funeral situations? b. Honor Guard Pallbearers c. Honorary Pallbearers Other participants: d. Flag Presenters e. Firing Party f. Ceremonial Band g. Bugle Player

SDB “A” 3-58

What uniform would you wear in these funeral situations? Escort Commander (Flag Presenter)

FDB 3-58

What is the size of the sword mourning badge

3 in x 20 in 3-59

The center of both insignia on the garrison cover are placed _____ inches from the bottom of the cap, and _____ inches right or left of the front crease (officer)

1½ 2 (back) 4-10 The center of the insignia is placed 1½ inch from the bottom of the cap, and 2 inches back from the front crease (enlisted) 4-20

On the standard ball cap, O-6 insignia is worn with the eagle facing the wearer’s _____

right 4-11

for light blue shirt Collar insignia, windbreaker, and trench coat are centered between the visible top & bottom collar edges & center of device is _____ inch and parallel from the leading edge

1 4-12

For the ODU blouse, Collar rank insignia are _____ on the collar, along an imaginary line bisecting the angle of the collar point

centered 4-12

What are specifications for service stripe on the dress blue coat

Color-scarlet for enlisted blue coat, navy blue for dinner dress e4-e6 Gold for e-7 and above for all coats Number- 1 stripe per 4 years of service LOWER END OF LOWEST STRIPE IS 2 INCHES FROM CUFF Sleeve- left sleeve with a 45 degree angle shield is 4 in from the cuff 4-14

The non-rate rating designator is placed on the _____ coat sleeve

left 4-15

Which direction does the eagles head face on the enlisted insignia above the chevrons(Rating badge)

Right and forward 4-16

The insignia worn on the ball cap will be the _____ inch Garrison cap rank insignia for all E-7 to E-10, E-4 to E-6 and Officers shall wear the _____ inch standard collar insignia

1.25 1 4-21

The ODU insignia must be sewn either by machine or hand, at a minimum of ____ stitches per inch

6 IN 4-22

When wearing ribbons or medals, a member may wear up to _____ insignia in accordance with the specific guidelines below, with the exception of the ODU and Tropical Blue Long Sleeve. When wearing two insignia, wear the insignia most applicable to the current assignment uppermost. Otherwise, wear the most recently earned uppermost

2 4-22

Military Qualifications and Insignia

COMDTINST M1200.1 4-23

How many us military coast guard insignia can be worn at once on uniform

No more than 2 4-28

Members who have one Coast Guard insignia must wear the Coast Guard insignia in the upper position and may wear one authorized prior service insignia in the _____ position (1/4 inch below upper edge of pocket flap) At no time shall prior service insignia be worn above the _____

lower ribbon bar 4-28

How many prior service insignia are allowed on coast guard uniform

01 4-29

How many special service or identification badges may be worn at one time

2 4-31, 35

incumbent COs and OICs are authorized to wear their _____ embroidered miniature device on the ODU Incumbent Gold and Silver Badge Command Chiefs are authorized to wear their _____ current Command Chief badge on the ODU

current 4-30 1 4-31

Where is a members prior service qualifications annotated

Certificate of release or discharge from active duty DD214 4-29

Formally earned Devices are symmetrically centered on either side of the button ¼ inch below top edge of pocket flap, with most recently earned device placed _____

inboard 4-37, 38

For the plastic name tag, the name tag will be ⅝” x 3 and 3/16” of Air Force blue-colored plastic material. Lettering size will be _____ for the individual’s last name and 3/16” for the legend

¼” 4-42

Name tag is centered and placed _____ above pocket

¼” 4-42

Crewmembers serving on the oldest cutter in the fleet are authorized to attach the gold hull numbers of that cutter to their nametags using a permanent adhesive. The numbers will be of block style and must fit within a one half-inch square space. The numbers will be attached to the far _____ (the wearer’s _____) of the nametag.

right 4-42

What are the options for wearing ribbons (1) All; (2) Up to _____ ribbons of the wearer’s choice; or (3) The three highest precedence ribbons authorized. Note: Those possessing three or more must wear a minimum of _____ ribbons Ordered by precedence from top down, and from the wearer's _____ (inboard) to _____ (outboard)

9 3 right to left 4-44

When wearing six or fewer large medals, wear them in the pattern of _____ per row with no overlap When wearing more than six large medals, wear no more than _____ per row, evenly overlapped. The right (inboard) medal will show in full

3 5 4-45

Miniature medals- Those possessing five or more must wear a minimum of _____. Personnel with five or less must wear all authorized

5 4-46

When worn with a letter device, letter is centered and first star is worn on the wearer’s _____, the second on the _____, etc

right left 4-48

5/16 Inch Silver Star, (Worn instead of _____ Gold Stars) 1/8 Inch Silver Star, (Worn instead of _____ Gold Stars) 3/16 Inch Silver Star, (Worn instead of _____ Bronze Stars)

5 5 5 4-48

Medal of Honor Ribbon: The stars should be worn with 2 on the _____ row and 3 on the _____ row

top bottom 4-53

911 Ribbon and Medal: The outermost red stripe will be to the wearer’s _____

right 4-53

What is the presidents 100

100 top-scoring military and civilian shooters in the President's Pistol and President's Rifle Matches. The President's Hundred Award (tab) is worn on the leftshoulder of enlisted uniforms. 4-55

What units are authorized color guards

a. Cutters, 200 feet or more in length. b. Shore units having 40 or more enlisted members authorized. c. District offices 5-2

PPE is outlined in where

Safety and Environmental Health Manual, COMDTINST M5100.47 5-21

The G-1 leather jacket is limited to use by aviation personnel in approved flight status and currently on Flight duty at the discretion of whom

air station commanding officers 5-26

The personal hydration systems are only authorized for wear with working uniforms and will be _____ when used with the ODU

black 5-29

When are Cell Phones, Handheld or Pocket Electronic Devices,Headphones, earphones, or Bluetooth type devices not allowed in uniform

colors, inspections, or all hands 2-3