Uniform Regulations Flashcards
What is the definition of an optional uniform item?
Optional uniform items are items that are officially recognized and authorized to be worn, but are not required to be owned by members.
1.A.3.
When can commands prohibit the wear of optional uniform items or authorized sea bag uniform items?
When it is in the interest of safety.
1.A.4.
Where are Dinner Dress, Full Dress White, and Service Dress White uniforms procured?
the Navy uniform shop or Navy Exchange System.
1.A.5.
What is recommended for cleaning green copper carbonate from gold plated buttons?
Carbonate can be removed by rubbing gently with acetic acid or any substance containing this acid, such as vinegar, followed by a thorough washing in fresh water.
1.A.7.
What is the standard uniform of the day, regardless of season or location?
Service Dress Blue (SDB) or Tropical Blue (TB) uniform
1.B.1.
When military members are authorized to wear civilian clothing while on duty, do grooming standards apply?
Yes.
1.B.1.
Can commands grant an exemption to the prescribed uniform in the case of Light Duty?
Yes. Members may be authorized to wear alternate uniform components or civilian clothing based upon temporary medical conditions that preclude the proper wear of the uniform of the day. Commands have discretion after consulting with competent medical authority regarding alternate uniforms (e.g., ODU vs. Tropical Blue), to include soft sole shoes or suitable civilian clothing. Commands shall ensure that members who are Not Fit For Duty (NFFD), and authorized temporary uniform of the day alternatives maintain a conservative and professional image. 1.B.2
When is the wearing of uniforms prohibited?
- Participating in public speeches, interviews, picket lines, marches or rallies not specifically approved or sanctioned by the Coast Guard.
- Participating in political activities, private employment, or commercial interests
- Working in an off-duty civilian capacity
- It would discredit the Coast Guard, Armed Forces, or U.S. Government
1. B.3.
Who should commands contact to seek guidance on the approval request to wear a uniform to an event?
Their servicing legal office.
1.B.3.
Can uniforms be donated?
Yes
Donations of Federal (i.e. uniforms) property to foreign recipients are approved by the State Department in accordance with Title V of the Federal Property Act. Any requests for donations to foreign entities must be submitted to the Coast Guard Foreign Military Sales Program Manager at Commandant (DCO-I). Any contact directly with the foreign government in giving excess Federal property away may cause an international incident, thus the protocol of the State Department handling the transfer is required by law. Any sales, action, or gifts, or sales via the internet is strictly prohibited.
The Civil Air Patrol (CAP) has been designated by the Secretary of Defense to be a Service Educational Activity, thereby eligible for donations of military surplus property. Any CAP unit interested in obtaining donations of surplus military equipment must contact their local State Agency for Surplus Property for assistance in acquiring needed property.
Donating or selling of distinct individual uniform type clothing (i.e. SDB‘s, Combination cap, Garrison cap) to the public is not allowed, although the selling or donating of generic items (i.e. T-shirts, belt/buckle, boots) is authorized as long as there are no names, military markings, including buttons, patches, logos, etc., on the clothing that would identify it as belonging to an individual or as a Coast Guard uniform item. If unsure of current policy, please check with Commandant (CG-844) for current policy.
Any unit wanting to donate Coast Guard surplus property, including uniforms, is required to send their Reports of Excess Personal Property, SF 120 to Commandant (CG-844) as promulgated in policy in Reference (b).
1.B.4
How do you dispose of uniforms?
Remove identifying tags and marks, make the uniform unserviceable and destroy or discard it.
1.B.5.
When can a retired member wear their uniform? What type of uniform?
Military Ceremony
Patriotic Parades on national holidays
Functions when the invitation has been influenced by the members service, including weddings.
They may wear the prescribed dress uniform at the date of their retirement or ant of the dress uniforms currently authorized for active duty personnel.
1.b.6.
Can a member who has separated but not retired wear their uniform? When? What uniform?
Anyone who honorably served in a time of war, declared or not.
Occasions of ceremony
When authorized by regulations prescribed by the President (10 USC 772 (e)
If they did not serve during a time of war they are authorized to wear their uniform from place of discharge to home within three months of discharge and they do not have to surrender their uniform items.
1.B.6.
Can a member who was separated for bad conduct, undesirability, unsuitability, inaptitude, or otherwise less than honorable conditions wear their uniform?
No.
Their uniform is surrendered upon discharge. If member does not have a full sea bag, there is no authority to mandate replacement of missing items.
1.B.6.
Explain the uniform board process.
The Coast Guard uniform board evaluates uniform change suggestions and makes recommendations to the Commandant (or as appropriate to PSC, Commandant (CG-1), DCMS, or VCG) for final decision. The uniform board president will prescreen all suggestions sent to the uniform board and disapprove, dismiss, or present for further board review as appropriate. The Personnel Service Center, PSC-PSD (mu) will electronically vet suggestions through applicable program managers and standing board representatives as needed or at the direction of the Commandant. Representatives from the CG Clothing Design and Technical Office (CDTO), the Uniform Distribution Center (UDC), CG Academy Clothing Locker, the Coast Guard Exchange, and Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support (DLA Troop Support), and applicable HQ program managers shall be consulted in an advisory capacity as appropriate.
Final determinations as approved by the Commandant on uniform board recommendations have the force of regulation and will be promulgated via official message and as subsequent changes to this Manual.
Records pertaining to the administration of the Permanent Uniform Board and maintenance of regulations are permanent records and will be maintained and disposed of in accordance with Information and Life Cycle Management Manual, COMDTINST M5212.12 (series). Members, commands, and headquarters program managers are encouraged to make substantiated suggestions for changes to the uniforms or associated uniform regulations. Before submitting suggestions, please consult postings of previously considered uniform board recommendations available at the Uniform Distribution Center website to prevent duplication of requests. Requests that have been previously considered should address substantial factors that would warrant new consideration.
Suggested changes to the Uniform Regulations will be submitted via memorandum through the immediate chain of command to PSC-PSD (mu) using the following format:
a. Uniform Issue - A brief statement addressing the topic.
b. Suggestion - A full statement, including costs, describing your suggestion and
how it benefits the Coast Guard.
c. Alternatives - Other satisfactory ways to address the topic.
d. Enclosures - Drawings, pictures, or graphics, if appropriate, may be included.
Suggestions should be scanned and e-mailed to the PSC-PSD (mu) representative at ARL-SG-CGPSC-PSD-MU. On an annual basis, PSC-PSD (mu) shall solicit field input via official message traffic to encourage uniforms program input from the field.
1.C.2.
Is it forbidden to walk with your hands in your pockets?
Yes. When walking from point to point in uniform, members will not smoke, eat, drink, use hand-held devices (i.e., talking, texting, or reading), or keep hands in their pockets.
2.A.1.
Should personnel consult with their chain of command before considering a tattoo, piercing, or body modification to be sure it is within standards.
Yes
2.A.1.
What is the guidance on the wearing of watches?
Conservative (only one may be worn). Conservative examples are black, brown, navy blue, silver or gold. Prohibited examples include diamond covered, neon, bright colors, white and bands that exceed 1-inch in width. Personnel shall not wear watches that are so large they detract from the appearance of the uniform. Watches include fitness trackers that meet the above specifications.
2.A.1.
