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AD200 UNIFORM AND EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS
AD200.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
This procedure clearly defines the uniform and equipment specifications for Buena Park Police Department General Order §1046, Uniform Regulations, to ensure uniformed personnel are readily identifiable to the public through the proper use and wearing of Department uniforms.
AD200.1.2 ACCREDITATION STANDARDS
This procedure pertains to the following CALEA Standards: 22.1.6, 26.1.1, 41.3.4
This procedure pertains to the following General Orders: 700, 1024, 1044, 1046, 1052
AD200.1.3 REVIEW
The Uniform Committee, in conjunction with the Chief of Police or his/her designee, shall review and update this procedure annually.
AD200.2 UNIFORM ACCOUTREMENT SPECIFICATIONS
Metal Badge
The badge shall be a silver-and-gold shield. It shall denote rank or assignment on top ribbon. “Buena Park Police” shall appear in the middle ribbon below the Buena Park City Seal. The employee’s ID number will be displayed on the bottom ribbon, unless at rank of Lieutenant or above, in which case the Chief of Police will have four stars (****) on the bottom ribbon, captains will have two stars (**) on bottom ribbon, and lieutenants will have one star (*) on bottom ribbon.
Cloth Badge
a) Civilian embroidered badge 1. Affixed to civilian Class ‘A’ and Class ‘B’ uniform shirts or polo-style shirts. i. Top ribbon: Rank or assignment ii. Middle ribbon: “BUENA PARK POLICE” iii. Lower ribbon: “23” or (*) b) Sworn cloth badge 1. Affixed to 5.11 tactical-style battle-dress uniform (BDU) or TDU uniform shirts, tactical vests, or duty jacket. i. Top ribbon: “POLICE OFFICER’ ii. Middle ribbon: “BUENA PARK POLICE” iii. Lower ribbon: “23”
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Cloth badges shall be affixed over the left chest pocket (if present), or on the left chest area, as close to the traditional location as possible.
Name Plate/Tape
a) Metal name plate: Silver-colored, 2-3/8 inches in width and 1/2 inch in height, with first initial and last name in black block lettering, centered over the right chest pocket with its bottom edge aligning horizontally and touching the top edge of the pocket. b) Cloth name tape: Embossed 1/2-inch white or black block lettering (high contrast with the color of the uniform shirt), with first initial and last name, centered above the right chest pocket with the bottom edge aligning horizontally and touching the top edge of the pocket or, if no pocket, as close to the traditional location as possible.
Departmental Shoulder Patches
a) The full-size official Buena Park Police Department patches shall be worn on Class ‘A,’ Class ‘B,’ and specialized assignment uniforms as specified in this procedure. b) The patch shall be worn on both right and left sleeves of the uniform shirt. They shall be centered on the sleeve crease 1/2 inch below the shoulder seam.
Service Stripes
a) The service stripe(s) shall be 2 inches long by 1/4 inch wide. They shall be silver-colored on a black felt backing or directly embroidered onto the sleeve. The service stripe(s) shall be attached on the left sleeve at a 45-degree angle, 3/4 inch above the end of the cuff and in front of the center crease of the sleeve, in block form (e.g., two or more stripes shall be attached in unit, as opposed to each stripe being attached singularly); b) The service stripe(s) shall be worn on the left sleeve of the long-sleeved shirt. Service stripe(s) worn on the duty jacket are optional; c) One stripe may be worn for each five years of service as a sworn California Peace Officer. Officers are authorized to display their next earned stripe six months prior to their law enforcement anniversary date.
Personal Award Medals, Ribbons, and Pins. Award neck medals, military-style cloth ribbons, and award pins with no corresponding ribbon, are authorized to be worn on ceremonial Class ‘A’ uniforms. Metal award ribbons and pins are authorized to be worn on non-ceremonial Class ‘A’ and Class ‘B’ uniforms. See Attachment A for a detailed list of approved cloth ribbons and ribbon devices. Personal awards shall be worn in accordance with the following:
a) Neck medals shall be worn with the neck ribbon tucked under the shirt collar. The ribbon length shall be adjusted so the medal hangs centered between and level with the shirt pocket flaps.
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b) Cloth ribbons shall be worn centered on the left shirt pocket flap (as worn), with the top edge of the ribbon rack even with the top seam of the pocket. Ribbons are to be arranged in order of precedence with the highest award placed inboard and at the top of the ribbon rack. A maximum of three rows, each with three ribbons (total of nine ribbons), may be worn. Bronze, silver, and gold star attachment devices shall be affixed to ribbons to indicate additional awards or milestones. Star attachment devices shall be centered horizontally and vertically on the ribbon. If a ribbon has a device, e.g., “V” or “C,” the first star should be placed 1/8-inch inboard of the primary device. A second star should be placed 1/8 inch to the outboard of the primary device. Subsequent award stars are listed in subsection (d) and a visual example of star placement is included in Attachment A. c) Metal award ribbons shall be worn at the top of the left shirt pocket flap (as worn), with the top edge of the ribbon aligned with the top edge of the pocket and centered on the pocket flap. If an employee has received more than one special award, the pins shall be worn next to each other, centered and aligned with the top edge of the pocket flap. They are to be arranged in order of precedence with the highest award placed inboard. d) Only one device may be worn for each award. For example, a ribbon may not be worn if the corresponding neck medal is worn, and an award pin may not be worn if the corresponding ribbon is worn. e) The following award devices are authorized: 1. Medal of Valor: cloth ribbon with “V” attachment, metal ribbon pin, or neck medal. Cloth ribbon subsequent awards shall consist of 5/16-inch gold stars. 2. Medal of Courage: cloth ribbon with “C” attachment, metal ribbon pin, or neck medal. Cloth ribbon subsequent awards shall consist of 5/16-inch gold stars. 3. Purple Heart: cloth ribbon, metal pin, or neck ribbon. Cloth ribbon subsequent awards shall consist of 5/16-inch gold stars. 4. Award of Merit: cloth ribbon. A 3/16-inch bronze star is awarded for the second through the fifth award of the ribbon; the 3/16-inch silver star will be worn in lieu of five 3/16-inch bronze stars. 5. Award of Distinguished Service: cloth ribbon. A 3/16-inch bronze star is awarded for the second through the fifth award of the ribbon; the 3/16-inch silver star will be worn in lieu of five 3/16-inch bronze stars. 6. Life Saving Award: cloth ribbon or metal ribbon pin. A 3/16-inch bronze star is awarded for the second through the fifth award of the ribbon; the 3/16-inch silver star will be worn in lieu of five 3/16-inch bronze stars. 7. CHP 10851 Award: metal pin. The metal “10851” pin shall be worn centered both horizontally and vertically in the right half of the right shirt pocket flap. Only one of the following may be worn: the CHP “10851” metal pin, the MADD pin, or the K-9 pin. 8. MADD Award: metal pin. The metal MADD pin shall be worn centered both horizontally and vertically in the right half of the right shirt pocket flap. Only one of the following may be worn: the CHP “10851” metal pin, the MADD pin, or the K-9 pin. 9. Manager/Supervisor of the Year: cloth ribbon. A 3/16-inch bronze star is awarded for the second through the fifth award of the ribbon; the 3/16-inch silver star will be worn in lieu of five 3/16-inch bronze stars.
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10. Officer of the Year: cloth ribbon. A 3/16-inch bronze star is awarded for the second through the fifth award of the ribbon; the 3/16-inch silver star will be worn in lieu of five 3/16-inch bronze stars. 11. Reserve Officer of the Year: cloth ribbon. A 3/16-inch bronze star is awarded for the second through the fifth award of the ribbon; the 3/16-inch silver star will be worn in lieu of five 3/16-inch bronze stars. 12. Civilian of the Year: cloth ribbon. A 3/16-inch bronze star is awarded for the second through the fifth award of the ribbon; the 3/16-inch silver star will be worn in lieu of five 3/16-inch bronze stars. 13. Volunteer of the Year: cloth ribbon. A 3/16-inch bronze star is awarded for the second through the fifth award of the ribbon; the 3/16-inch silver star will be worn in lieu of five 3/16-inch bronze stars. 14. Top Cop: cloth ribbon. A 3/16-inch bronze star is awarded for the second through the fifth award of the ribbon; the 3/16-inch silver star will be worn in lieu of five 3/16-inch bronze stars. 15. Civilian of the Quarter: cloth ribbon. A 3/16-inch bronze star is awarded for the second through the fifth award of the ribbon; the 3/16-inch silver star will be worn in lieu of five 3/16-inch bronze stars. 16. Marksmanship Medal: Centered horizontally on the left half of the right shirt pocket flap, with the top edge of the qualification bar 1/4 inch below the top seam of the pocket.
City Service, Military Service, and American Flag Ribbons and Pins. Service ribbons are military-style cloth ribbons that should be worn on the ribbon rack with personal awards authorized for wear on the ceremonial Class ‘A’ uniform. Service pins may be worn on Class ‘A’ and/or Class ‘B’ uniforms.
a) Service ribbons shall follow award ribbons and be arranged in order of City Service first, followed by Military Service. 1. City Service Ribbon or Pin (years of service): cloth ribbon or metal pin. When the City Service Ribbon is worn, one 3/16-inch bronze star shall be affixed to the ribbon for every five years of service, from ten to twenty-five years. One 3/16- inch silver star will be worn in lieu of five 3/16-inch bronze stars. When the City Service Pin is worn, it shall be centered both horizontally and vertically in the right half of the left shirt pocket flap. The most recent City-awarded Service Pin may be worn. 2. Military Service Ribbon or Veteran Pin: The Veteran pin shall be worn centered both horizontally and vertically in the left half of the left shirt pocket flap. Any Department employee currently serving or honorably discharged from the armed services of the United States (including the U.S. Coast Guard) is eligible to wear the Military Service ribbon. Any Department employee who has been honorably discharged from the armed services of the United States is eligible to wear the City Veteran pin.
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3. American Flag Pin: Centered both horizontally and vertically in the left half of the left shirt pocket flap. Either the American Flag pin or the Veteran pin may be worn, not both.
Assignment or Specialty Ribbons and Pins. Assignment ribbons are military-style cloth ribbons that should be worn on the ribbon rack with personal awards and service ribbons authorized for wear on the ceremonial Class ‘A’ uniform. Assignment pins may be worn on Class ‘A’ and/or Class ‘B’ uniforms.
a) Assignment ribbons shall follow service ribbons and be arranged in order of assignments worked, with the most recent assignment taking precedence. b) Employees must be currently assigned to or have successfully completed an assignment to qualify for the assignment ribbon. Successful completion includes completing the prescribed term of the assignment or reassignment due to promotion or the needs of the Department. Collateral assignments without term limits have minimum time-in- assignment requirements as listed below;
1. Community Impact Team / Problem Oriented Policing Team Ribbon. 2. CNT Ribbon: three years. 3. Color Guard Ribbon: one year. 4. Communications Training Officer Ribbon: one year. 5. Drug Recognition Expert Ribbon: one year. 6. Field Training Officer Ribbon or Pin: one-year minimum for cloth ribbon. The FTO Pin shall be worn centered horizontally on the right half of the right shirt pocket flap, with the top edge of the pin 1/4 inch below the top seam of the pocket. 7. Gang Unit Ribbon. 8. Investigations Ribbon. 9. K-9 Ribbon or Pin: three-year minimum for cloth ribbon. The K-9 pin shall be worn in lieu of cloth ribbon if actively assigned to the K-9 Unit. When worn, the K- 9 pin shall be centered both horizontally and vertically in the right half of the right shirt pocket flap. On non-ceremonial class “A” or class “B” uniforms, only one of the following may be worn: the K-9 pin, the CHP “10851” pin, or the MADD pin. 10. Mounted Ribbon or Pin: three-year minimum for cloth ribbon, The Mounted pin shall be worn in lieu of the cloth ribbon if actively assigned to the Mounted Team. When worn, the Mounted pin shall be centered above the nameplate and SWAT pin (if eligible), above the right shirt pocket, with the bottom edge of the pin 1/8 inch above the nameplate or SWAT pin. 11. Professional Standards Unit Ribbon. 12. Regional Team / Task Force (RNSP/OCATT). 13. School Resource Officer Ribbon. 14. SWAT Ribbon or Pin: five-year minimum for cloth ribbon. The SWAT pin shall be worn in lieu of the cloth ribbon if actively assigned to the SWAT Team or after ten years of cumulative service on the team. The SWAT pin shall be worn centered above the nameplate, above the right shirt pocket, with the bottom edge of the pin 1/8 inch above the nameplate. Former members with ten or more years of
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service on the SWAT Team may wear the SWAT pin on their ceremonial and non-ceremonial class ‘A’ uniforms only. 15. Traffic Unit. 16. Training Unit Ribbon: two years assigned to the unit, or five years as a Department-authorized instructor. 17. UAS Team: one year. 18. Vice and Narcotics Unit Ribbon.
Undershirt. Cotton or 5.11 style, moisture-wicking, short- or long-sleeve, crew neck, with no visible markings. The color of the undershirt – black or white –will be as specified in this procedure. An undershirt shall be worn with all Class ‘B’ uniforms and Class ‘C’ uniforms with polo-style shirts.
Trouser Belt. A single-tongue, black-leather, basket-weave pattern with silver-colored buckle, or a black-leather basket-weave pattern with Velcro, or a black nylon belt with black buckle shall be worn with the duty belt, or as specified for a particular assignment. All belts are to be 1½” wide.
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Duty Belt
a) Standard Leather: The standard leather Sam Browne, 2-1/4-inch wide, basket-weave pattern, with trouser belt, keepers, and flat-black two-prong or flat-black snap buckle. All equipment on the Sam Browne shall be carried in black basket weave holders. The use and color of snaps or Velcro closers shall also be standardized on each individual officer’s duty belt. All visible hardware affixed to, or suspended from, or otherwise attached to any belt shall be black. The standard leather Sam Browne can be worn with all classes of uniform. b) AccuMold: The AccuMold Sam Browne, 2-1/4-inch wide, basket-weave pattern, with trouser belt, keepers, and flat-black two-prong or flat-black snap buckle. All equipment on the AccuMold belt shall be carried in holders consistent with the AccuMold design. The use and color of snaps or Velcro closers shall also be standardized on each individual officer’s duty belt. All visible hardware affixed to, or suspended from, or otherwise attached to any belt shall be black. The AccuMold Sam Browne can be worn with all classes of uniform. c) Nylon Duty Belt: The black nylon belt shall be manufactured of nylon, 2-1/4-inch wide, with trouser belt, keepers, and flat-black two-prong or flat-black snap buckle. The use and color of snaps or Velcro closers shall also be standardized on each individual officer’s duty belt. All additional equipment on the nylon belt shall be carried in black nylon holders. The nylon duty belt cannot be worn with a Class ‘A’ uniform.
Duty Belt Equipment. All duty belt equipment, including the holster, shall be of the same kind- and-style as the Duty Belt (i.e., all standard leather basket-weave pattern, all AccuMold basket- weave pattern, or all matching the nylon duty belt).
a) Handcuff case and handcuffs b) Magazine pouch, with or without flaps, and magazines c) Radio holder and radio d) TASER® holster and TASER® e) Baton ring and baton, or expandable-baton pouch and baton f) Keepers (if applicable for duty belt) g) Optional equipment: 1. OC spray pouch and spray 2. Mini-flashlight holder and flashlight 3. Flashlight ring and flashlight 4. Key keeper 5. Digital Audio Recorder (DAR) may be worn on belt if in a holder.
Holster
a) Duty Weapon 1. Class ‘A’: Leather or hardened nylon, black, basket-weave pattern only, hip- mounted or swivel with a drop. The swivel holster must not exceed a 6-inch drop.
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2. Class ‘B’: Leather or hardened nylon, black, basket-weave pattern only, hip- mounted or swivel with a drop. The swivel holster must not exceed a 6-inch drop. The tactical holster, secured to the thigh, can only be worn as specified in this procedure. b) TASER® 1. Class ‘B’: Hardened nylon, black, plain, hip-mounted. The tactical TASER® holster, secured to the thigh, cannot be worn. 2. Class ‘C’: Soft nylon holster permanently attached to a tactical vest carrier.
Baton. The following weapons may be carried with the approval of and certification by the Department-approved Impact Weapons Instructor:
a) Expandable baton b) Wooden baton c) Side-handled baton (PR 24)
If the officer carries an expandable baton, the officer shall also have with him/her a wooden baton or side-handled baton for riot-type incidents.
Socks. Black socks shall be worn will all uniforms listed in this procedure.
Footwear. Boots or shoes shall be leather or combination leather/synthetic, plain, round-toed center lace-style, receptive to maintaining a high-gloss shine. All footwear shall be black unless otherwise stated in this procedure.
Duty Jacket. Patrol-style or parka-style, flat black, waist or hip length. No metal accoutrements.
a) Cloth badge b) Cloth name tape c) Cloth shoulder patches d) Rank insignia on sleeves or collar (collar insignia shall be embroidered) e) Service stripes (optional)
Mourning Band. Plain black elastic to be worn centered horizontally across the metal badge.
Mourning bands for embroidered or cloth badges shall have a matte/flat black, 2.3-inch by 0.63- inch metal pin bar centered horizontally across the badge. The mourning pin bar can be displayed from the first notification of the death of a California law enforcement officer, or other person designated by the Chief of Police, until end of shift on the day of the funeral or memorial service.
Service Cap (Cover). Navy blue fabric, with a round crown, a stiff wire grommet, and silver P- buttons. Service cap may be worn with Class ‘A’ uniform only.
a) Chief of Police and captains will have a black felt visor at a 45-degree angle, a silver metallic cloth band, and rank-appropriate oak leafs embroidered in silver on the visor.
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b) All other personnel will have a black vinyl high-gloss visor at a 45-degree angle and a black vinyl high-gloss band. c) A rank-appropriate cap badge is to be affixed to all service caps.
Tie. The tie shall be black in color, of plain pre-tied cloth material, and shall be equipped with a clip-on breakaway device. The bottom of the tie shall not exceed 3 inches from the top of the duty belt and not extend beyond the top of the belt buckle of the duty belt.
Tie Bar. A 3/8-inch silver-plated, plain tie bar shall be utilized. The tie bar shall be worn centered on the tie, positioned in a horizontal line in line with the bottom of the chest pocket flaps and secured to the shirt front.
Inclement Weather Gear
a) Cap: Shall be a Department-approved plain, navy blue, baseball-style cap with “Buena Park” in light-blue script writing over “POLICE” in white block lettering on the front forehead portion of the cap. The cap may be worn in a professional manner during inclement weather with the Class ‘B’ or Class ‘C’ uniform only, and with Field Supervisor or Watch Commander approval. b) Beanie: Shall be a Department-approved plain, knit, black skull-cap design. The beanie may be worn in a professional manner during inclement weather only with the Class ‘B’ or Class ‘C’ uniform with Field Supervisor or Watch Commander approval. c) Turtleneck: Cotton short- or long-sleeve, black, no visible markings and not visible outside of the uniform shirt. d) Rain gear: Yellow or black two-piece nylon-type material. If both pieces are worn, they must match in color. The word “POLICE” will be stenciled on the back in white block lettering 3 inches high by 1/2 inch wide.
Riot Helmet. The riot helmet will be black and as provided by the Department.
AD200.2.1 SWORN OFFICER INSIGNIA OF RANK
a) Chief of Police 1. The insignia for the Chief of Police shall be four silver stars. 2. The stars shall be worn on each side of the shirt collar. The bottom star shall be aligned with the stitching of the collar. b) Police Captain 1. The insignia for the rank of Captain shall be two connected silver bars. 2. The bars shall be worn on each side of the shirt collar. The bars shall be worn horizontally with the bottom edge of the lowest bar aligned with the stitching of the collar and 1-1/4 inch from the outermost edge of the collar. c) Police Lieutenant 1. The insignia for rank of Lieutenant shall be one silver bar.
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2. The bar shall be worn on each side of the shirt collar. The bar shall be worn horizontally with the bottom edge of the bar aligned with the stitching of the collar and 1-3/4 inch from the outermost edge of the collar. d) Police Sergeant 1. The insignia for the rank of Sergeant shall be cloth chevrons, three inverted V- bars, silver on a black backing with mitered edges. 2. Sergeants having received their POST Supervisory Certificate shall wear three inverted V-bars with a rocker, silver on a black backing with mitered edges. 3. Sergeant chevrons shall be of single-unit construction and worn 1/2 inch below the patch on both sleeves of the long- or short-sleeved shirts. 4. Sergeant chevrons with rocker shall be worn the same as chevrons with no rocker. If the uniform sleeves do not accommodate these measurements, the sleeves may be lengthened, or patch adjusted accordingly, to fit the sleeve. e) Corporal 1. The insignia for the Corporal shall be cloth chevrons, two inverted V-bars, silver on a black backing with mitered edges. 2. Corporal chevrons shall be of single-unit construction and worn 1/2 inch below the patch on both sleeves of the long- or short-sleeved shirts. f) Advanced POST Certificate 1. The insignia for having earned an Advanced POST Certificate shall be a cloth chevron, one inverted V-bar, with one “*” under the ‘V’ of the chevron, silver on black backing with mitered edges. 2. Advanced POST Certificate chevron shall be of single-unit construction and worn 1/2 inch below the patch on both sleeves of the long- or short-sleeved shirts. g) Intermediate POST Certificate 1. The insignia for having earned an Intermediate POST Certificate shall be a cloth chevron, one inverted V-bar, silver on black backing with mitered edges. 2. Intermediate POST Certificate chevron shall be of single-unit construction and worn 1/2 inch below the patch on both sleeves of the long- or short-sleeved shirts.
AD200.3 SWORN OFFICER UNIFORM SPECIFICATIONS
LAPD-Certified Specifications are defined as follows:
Class ‘A’ Shirt
a) Patch pocket; flat pocket with a three-point flap b) Cloth badge holder with two black metal eyelets
Class ‘B’ Shirt
a) 65% Dacron Polyester/35% Avril Rayon or 100% wool b) Plain, rounded corner pockets
Pants will have six plain pockets without flaps; two front, two back, two sap.
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CLASS ‘A’ FOR SWORN OFFICERS
a) Cover and cap badge at the direction of the Chief of Police b) LAPD-certified long-sleeve wool uniform shirt, midnight blue (navy blue), with: 1. Badge 2. Metal name plate 3. Tie and tie bar 4. Shoulder patches 5. Rank insignia (chevrons, bars or stars), if applicable 6. Service stripes 7. Assignment and award ribbons/medals/pins 8. Rank of lieutenant and above will have silver P-buttons attached to the collar epaulets and to the front of shirt pockets. c) LAPD-certified wool uniform trousers, midnight blue (navy blue) d) Trouser belt e) Leather or AccuMold Sam Browne with the following equipment: 1. Duty weapon and holster 2. Single handcuff case and handcuffs 3. Double magazine pouch and two magazines 4. Four keepers f) Black boots or shoes, high-gloss shine.
CLASS ‘B’ FOR SWORN OFFICERS
a) LAPD-certified long- or short-sleeved uniform shirt, midnight blue (navy blue), with: 1. Badge 2. Metal name plate 3. Shoulder patches 4. Rank insignia (chevrons, bars or stars), if applicable 5. Assignment and Award Ribbons/Pins (not to include neck-ribbon medals) 6. LAPD-certified regulation uniform trousers, midnight blue (navy blue) 7. Trouser belt 8. Fully equipped leather or AccuMold Sam Browne, or nylon duty belt 9. Black boots or shoes 10. Load-bearing vest, Elbeco i. Permanently sewn-on pouches for handcuffs, radio, double magazines, and utility made from 600 Denier Syntx polyester fabric with stain and liquid repellency. ii. Pouches outside this list are not approved without prior permission from the Chief of Police, or his/her designee. iii. Pouches shall be worn in the configuration shown in the picture below for right-handed officers. The configuration for left-handed officers will be exactly opposite. 11. The external ballistic vest carrier system is optional and described in BPPD Policy § 1024, Body Armor.
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CLASS ‘C’ FOR SPECIALIZED ASSIGNMENTS
Specialized Assignment Class ‘C’ uniforms are outlined below.
AD200.3.1 SWORN OFFICER SPECIALIZED ASSIGNMENT UNIFORM
MOTORCYCLE OFFICER
Traffic Insignia Patch
a) Wheel with wings patch: worn by Motor Officers only. The patch is silver, centered 1/2 inch below the Department patch or rank insignia, and shall be worn on both sleeves. b) Wheel with arrow patch: worn by Traffic Investigators only. The patch is silver, centered 1/2 inch below the Department patch or rank insignia, and shall be worn on both sleeves. c) Wheel with wings and arrows: worn by Motor Officers who are also certified traffic investigators. The patch is silver, centered 1/2 inch below the Department patch or rank insignia, and shall be worn on both sleeves.
Helmet
a) Shoei, Arai, or Shark white-and-black color pattern, 3/4 shell, with a black hard-plastic visor and a metal cap piece affixed to the front, equipped with radio interface equipment and black chin strap. b) Shoei, Arai, Shark white-and-black color pattern, full-faced, modular chin bar, and a clear face shield with an optional flip-down sun shield and a metal cap piece affixed to the front, equipped with radio interface equipment and black chin strap.
Breeches
a) Flying Cross, wool, saddle seat, navy blue with sap pockets below right-rear pocket. The pants shall have a 1/2-inch silver cloth stripe sewn to the outer seams. b) Stretch motor Kevlar-blend breeches.
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Riding Boots: All American calf-high, black, laced.
Riding Gloves: Plain black or tan leather, or black mesh, riding gloves shall be worn while operating a police motorcycle. No fingerless gloves shall be worn. Gloves shall not be worn with a Class ‘A’ uniform.
Safety Glasses: Clear safety glasses or Department-approved sunglasses shall be worn when operating a motorcycle if not utilizing the helmet face shield.
Motor Officer Class ‘A’ Uniform
a) Helmet b) Class ‘A’ shirt and accoutrements (same as sworn officer) c) Appropriate traffic insignia patch d) Ascot, white e) Traffic breeches f) Riding boots (with a high-gloss shine)
Motor Officer Class ‘B’ Uniform
a) Helmet b) Class ‘B’ shirt and accoutrements (same as sworn officer) c) Appropriate traffic insignia patch d) Traffic breeches e) Riding boots f) Riding gloves
Motor Officer Class ‘C’ Uniform
a) Helmet b) Navy blue 5.11 TDU style shirt: 1. Cloth badge, centered over the left chest pocket 2. Cloth name tape, first initial and last name, centered above the right chest pocket 3. Shoulder patches 4. Rank insignia 5. Appropriate traffic insignia c) Navy blue 5.11 TDU pants d) Black boots, minimum ankle-high
The Motor Officer Class ‘C’ uniform may be worn only by a Motor Officer in training and the Motor Officer FTO. This uniform may also be worn by any Motor Officer during inclement weather and with Supervisor approval.
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Jacket (as needed)
a) Duty jacket b) Tourmaster Flex LE jacket c) Light-weight jacket (for Serious Collision Investigation callouts or as authorized): 1. Silk screen badge 2. Silk screen “Traffic Bureau” on right chest area in place of officer’s name 3. Silk screen shoulder patches, white 4. Silk screen “POLICE,” 3-inch-high by 1/2-inch-wide white block lettering on back.
COMMERCIAL ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
Class ‘A’ Uniform: same as sworn officer, with appropriate traffic insignia.
Class ‘B’ Uniform: same as sworn officer, with appropriate traffic insignia.
Class ‘C’ Uniform:
a) Navy blue 5.11 TDU-style shirt: 1. Cloth badge centered over the left chest pocket 2. Cloth name tape, first initial and last name, centered above the right chest pocket 3. Shoulder patches 4. Rank insignia 5. Traffic insignia patch b) Navy blue 5.11 TDU pants c) Black boots or shoes d) Duty jacket (as needed)
CANINE OFFICER
Class ‘A’ Uniform: same as sworn officer.
Class ‘B’ Uniform: same as sworn officer.
Class ‘C’ Uniform:
a) Black 5.11 TDU shirt, or similar tactical uniform shirt, long or short sleeve: 1. Cloth badge 2. Embroidered name, first initial, last name 3. Embroidered “K-9” centered below name on pocket flap 4. Shoulder patches 5. Rank insignia b) Black leash worn around waist c) Black 5.11 TDU pants d) Black boots or shoes
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e) Holster: 1. Same as sworn officers 2. Black tactical holster (optional)
Class ‘C’ Uniform: worn only on K-9 specific training days:
a) Black shirt – short-sleeve, crew neck, cotton or 5.11, black: 1. Silk screen badge 2. Silk screen name, first initial last name on right chest area 3. Silk screen “K-9 Unit” centered above the name 4. Silk screen shoulder patches 5. Silk screen “POLICE K-9,” 3-inch-high by 1/2-inch-wide white block lettering on back b) Black leash worn around waist c) Black 5.11 TDU pants d) Black boots or shoes e) Holster: 1. Same as sworn officers 2. Black tactical holster (optional)
GANG UNIT OFFICER
Class ‘A’ Uniform: same as sworn officer.
Class ‘B’ Uniform: same as sworn officer.
Class ‘C’ Uniform:
a) Black, short- or long-sleeve, pullover polo shirt with collar: 1. Embroidered badge 2. Embroidered first initial, last name 3. Silk screen shoulder patches, white 4. Silk screen "POLICE," 3-inch-high by 1/2-inch-wide white block lettering on back b) Blue jean pants, clean and appropriate c) Trouser belt d) Black boots or shoes e) Duty belt: same as sworn officer f) Holster: 1. Same as sworn officer 2. Black tactical holster (optional)
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3. Cloth name tape with “POLICE” centered above name tape 4. Cloth tape with “POLICE,” 3-inch-high by 1/2-inch-wide white block lettering on back. b) Shirt: plain, black, short or long-sleeve, crew neck, cotton or 5.11 c) Blue jean pants, clean and appropriate d) Trouser belt e) Black boots or shoes f) Duty belt: same as sworn officer g) Holster: 1. Same as sworn officer 2. Black tactical holster (optional).
COMMUNITY IMPACT TEAM (CIT) OFFICER
Class ‘A’ Uniform: Same as sworn officer.
Class ‘B’ Uniform: Same as sworn officer.
Class ‘C’ Uniform (enforcement uniform):
a) Black vest carrier with: 1. Cloth badge 2. Cloth name tape, first initial, last name 3. Cloth name tape with “POLICE” centered above name plate, white 4. Cloth name tape with “POLICE,” 3-inch-high by 1/2-inch-wide white block lettering on back b) Shirt: plain, black, short- or long-sleeve, crew neck, cotton or 5.11 c) Blue jean pants, clean and appropriate d) Trouser belt e) Black boots or shoes f) Duty belt: same as sworn officer g) Holster: 1. Same as sworn officer 2. Black tactical holster (optional) h) Lightweight jacket: 1. Silk screen badge 2. Silk screen first initial, last name on right chest area 3. Silk screen shoulder patches, white 4. Silk screen “POLICE,” 3-inch-high by 1/2-inch-wide white block lettering on back
Class ‘C’ Uniform:
a) Black, short or long-sleeve, pullover polo shirt with collar: 1. Embroidered badge 2. Embroidered first initial, last name
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3. Silk-screen shoulder patches, white 4. Silk-screen "POLICE," 3-inch-high by 1/2-inch-wide white block-lettering on back b) Blue jean pants, clean and appropriate c) Trouser belt d) Black boots or shoes e) Duty belt: same as sworn officer f) Holster: 1. Same as sworn officer 2. Black tactical holster (optional)
SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS (SROs)
Class ‘A’ Uniform: same as sworn officer.
Class ‘B’ Uniform: same as sworn officer.
Class ‘C’ Uniform:
a) Black, short or long-sleeve, pullover polo shirt with collar: 1. Embroidered badge 2. Embroidered first initial, last name 3. Silk screen shoulder patches, white b) TacLite 5.11 BDU-style pants, khaki or tan c) Tan nylon belt d) Footwear: 1. Black boots or shoes 2. Tan boots (optional) e) Duty belt and holster: same as sworn officer
ADMINISTRATION SERGEANT
Class ‘A’ Uniform: same as sworn officer.
Class ‘B’ Uniform: same as sworn officer.
Class ‘C’ Uniform (civilian business attire):
a) Conservative business dress shirt (coat optional) b) Conservative necktie (males only) c) Slacks (must take a belt) d) Belt e) Dress shoes
Class ‘C’ Uniform (task-specific):
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1. Embroidered badge 2. Embroidered first initial, last name b) Black 5.11 TacLite BDU-style pants c) Black nylon belt d) Black boots or shoes e) Holster and duty weapon: same as sworn officer
TRAINING UNIT CORPORAL
Class ‘A’ Uniform: same as sworn officer.
Class ‘B’ Uniform: same as sworn officer.
Class ‘C’ Uniform:
a) Black, short- or long-sleeve, pullover polo shirt with collar: 1. Embroidered badge 2. Embroidered first initial, last name b) Black TacLite 5.11 BDU-style pants c) Black nylon belt d) Black boots or shoes e) Holster and duty weapon: same as sworn officer
Class ‘C’ Uniform (PIO Uniform):
a) Sworn Class ‘A’ uniform b) Business suit and tie (optional)
DETECTIVES
Class ‘A’ Uniform: same as sworn officer.
Class ‘B’ Uniform: same as sworn officer.
Class ‘C’ Uniform (civilian business attire):
a) Conservative business dress shirt (coat optional) b) Conservative necktie (males only) c) Slacks (must take a belt) d) Belt e) Dress shoes
Class ‘C’ Uniform (alternate):
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2. Embroidered first initial, last name 3. Silk-screen shoulder patches, white 4. Silk-screen "POLICE," 3-inch-high by 1/2-inch-wide white block lettering on back. b) Blue jean pants, clean and appropriate c) Trouser belt d) Black boots or shoes e) Duty belt: same as sworn officer f) Holster: same as sworn officer g) Light-weight jacket: 1. Silk screen badge 2. Silk screen shoulder patches, white 3. Silk screen “POLICE,” 3-inch-high by 1/2-inch-wide white block lettering on back.
SPECIAL TASK FORCE OFFICERS
Class ‘A’ Uniform: if grooming standards meet uniform requirements, same as sworn officer.
Class ‘A’ Uniform: if grooming standards do not meet uniform requirements:
a) Black business suit b) White shirt c) Black tie, plain (males only) d) Black dress shoes
Class ‘B’ Uniform: if grooming standards meet uniform requirements, same as sworn officer.
Officers assigned to a special task force may wear any clothing required and approved by the supervisor of that task force.
SWORN POLICE ADMINISTRATION
Class ‘A’ Uniform: same as sworn officer.
Class ‘B’ Uniform: same as sworn officer.
Class ‘C’ Uniform (civilian business attire):
a) Conservative business dress shirt (coat optional) b) Conservative necktie (males only) c) Slacks (must take a belt) d) Belt e) Dress shoes
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AD200.3.2 SWORN OFFICER AD-HOC ASSIGNMENT UNIFORM
SPECIAL WEAPONS AND TACTICS (ENTRY AND SNIPER TEAMS) Shirt
a) 5.11 Tactical Rapid Assault, olive-drab green long-sleeve shirt made of 65/35 poly/cotton rip-stop sleeves, knit body, 3/4 front zip, shoulder pockets with loop patch for Velcro application. b) A Department-approved shoulder patch with “Buena Park SWAT” (green subdued) shall be worn on both shoulders affixed to the Velcro loop patch on the bottom portion of the pocket. c) An olive-drab green patch with “POLICE” in 1-1/2-inch- high black block lettering shall be worn on the right shoulder above the patch affixed to the Velcro loop patch centered on the pocket flap. d) An olive-drab green American flag patch shall be worn on the left shoulder affixed to the Velcro loop patch centered on the pocket flap.
Pants: 5.11 Tactical Series BDU-style pants, olive-drab green (tactical) / digicam green (optional for snipers).
Overshirt: to be worn by all SWAT operators (tactical and snipers) during non-tactical events when they are not donning their tactical vest, such as attending meetings, classroom training, etc.
a) 5.11 Tactical Series TDU-style, olive-drab green sleeveless shirt made of ripstop material b) An olive-drab green cloth badge centered above the left chest pocket c) An olive-drab green cloth tape with “S.W.A.T.” centered above the top seam of the left pocket d) An olive-drab green cloth name tape, last name with rank, centered above the top seam of the right pocket e) An olive drab green cloth patch with “POLICE” in 3-inch-high by 1-1/2-inch-wide black block lettering and black outline on back f) Rank insignia on lapel for sergeants and above
Footwear: black or tan combat boots.
Tactical Gear: as approved by the SWAT Commander.
TACTICAL DISPATCHERS AND CRISIS NEGOTIATION TEAM (CNT)
a) Shirt: 1. Black, short- or long-sleeve, pullover polo shirt with collar 2. Embroidered badge 3. Embroidered first initial, last name
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4. Silk-screen shoulder patches 5. CNT only: Silk screen "POLICE" in 3-inch-high by 1-1/2-inch-wide white block lettering on back b) Trouser belt c) Pants: 5.11 Tactical Series BDU-style pants, olive-drab green d) Black boots or shoes e) Jacket (optional): 1. Duty jacket (CNT members) 2. Civilian jacket or dispatch-specific jacket (Tactical Dispatchers)
MOUNTED UNIT
a) Hat: black, western style b) Shirt: regulation Class ‘A’ or Class ‘B’ shirt with accoutrements c) Pin: BPPD Mounted pin d) Trouser belt e) Pants: black jeans f) Black roper-style boots g) Duty belt and holster: same as sworn officer h) Bokken
RANGE MASTER
a) Shirt 1. Red, short- or long-sleeve, pullover polo shirt with collar 2. Embroidered badge 3. Embroidered first initial, last name b) Tan nylon belt c) TacLite 5.11 BDU-style pants, khaki or tan d) Footwear 1. Black boots or shoes 2. Tan boots (optional) e) Duty belt and holster: same as sworn officer
BICYCLE TEAM
a) Shirt 1. Black, short or long-sleeve, pullover polo shirt with collar 2. Embroidered badge 3. Embroidered first initial, last name 4. Silk-screen shoulder patches, white 5. Silk-screen "POLICE" in 3-inch-high by 1-1/2-inch-wide white block lettering on back b) Shirt 1. Specialty bicycle shirt, short or long sleeve, black 2. Embroidered badge AD200 - Uniform and Equipment Specifications 21 CATEGORY DATE ADOPTED LAST REVIEW NEXT REVIEW
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3. Embroidered first initial, last name 4. Silk screen shoulder patches 5. Silk-screen "POLICE" in 3-inch-high by 1-1/2-inch-wide white block lettering on back c) Shorts: black nylon bicycle shorts d) Pants: black TacLite 5.11 BDU-style pants or convertible nylon bicycle pants e) Plain black socks f) Black boots or shoes g) Duty belt and holster: same as sworn officer
HONOR GUARD
a) Hat: “Smokey Bear” dress cover with Department cap badge b) Shirt: same as sworn officer Class ‘A’ and accoutrements c) Cord: white arm cord worn over the left shoulder d) Pants: same as sworn officer Class ‘A’ e) Belt: white dress belt with chrome buckle f) Footwear: black high-gloss boots g) White bib/scarf (Ascot) h) Duty belt and holster: same as sworn officer Class ‘A’
UNDERCOVER OFFICERS
Officers assigned to a detail requiring undercover work may wear any clothing that will help disguise their true identities, subject to the approval of their supervisor. Officers engaged in undercover operations must carry a Department-approved firearm in a secure and concealed manner.
AD200.4 CIVILIAN PERSONNEL UNIFORM SPECIFICATIONS
All employees wearing a white or light-blue Class ‘B’ uniform shall wear a white undershirt. All employees wearing a navy blue or black polo shirt may wear a white or black undershirt. Refer to specifications under AD200.2, Uniform Accoutrement Specifications.
Jacket: All civilian employees assigned to a position in which their primary functions are conducted inside the Department may wear the following jacket instead of the duty jacket. If their primary function is outside, then they shall wear the duty jacket.
a) Black nylon, plain, jacket b) Embroidered badge centered over the left chest pocket c) Embroidered first initial, last name on the right chest area in 1/2-inch white block lettering d) No shoulder patches
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Service Stripes
a) The service stripe(s) shall be 2 inches long by 1/4 inch wide. They shall be silver-colored and directly embroidered onto the sleeve. The service stripe(s) shall be embroidered on the left sleeve at a 45-degree angle, 3/4 inch above the end of the cuff and in front of the center crease of the sleeve, in block form (e.g., two or more stripes shall be embroidered consecutively in the same manner). b) The service stripe(s) shall be worn on the left sleeve of the long-sleeved shirt. Service stripe(s) worn on the duty jacket are optional. c) One stripe may be worn for each five years of full-time service within a law enforcement agency. Personnel are authorized to display their next earned stripe six months prior to their anniversary date.
DISPATCHERS
Class ‘A’ Uniform
a) Shirt 1. Tact Squad polyester long-sleeve, light blue 2. Embroidered badge 3. Metal name plate 4. Cloth shoulder patches 5. Tie and tie bar 6. Service stripes 7. Award pins b) Navy blue Tact Squad poly or poly/cotton pants c) Basket-weave pattern trouser belt d) Black boots or shoes, high-gloss shine
Class ‘B’ Uniform: same as for Class ‘A’, but no tie and may wear short-sleeve shirt.
Class ‘C’ Uniform
a) Shirt 1. Navy blue, short- or long-sleeve, pullover polo shirt with collar 2. Embroidered badge 3. Embroidered name b) Black, flat-front Dickies-type pants; no cargo pockets c) Trouser belt d) Black boots or shoes e) Jacket (optional). May choose from one of the following: 1. Duty jacket 2. Civilian jacket 3. Dispatch-specific jacket
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i. Cotton/polyester, zip-front, hooded, black, with “Buena Park” on the top line and “Communications” on the bottom line, in 1-inch white block lettering centered on the left chest.
RECORDS CLERKS, TRANSCRIPTIONISTS, CRIME ANALYST, TRAFFIC CLERK, AND PROPERTY CLERK
Class ‘A’ Uniform: same as Dispatcher Class ‘A’.
Class ‘B’ Uniform: same as Dispatcher Class ‘B’.
Class ‘C’ Uniform
a) Shirt 1. Navy blue, short- or long-sleeve, pullover polo shirt with collar 2. Embroidered badge 3. Embroidered name b) Tact Squad poly or poly/cotton, navy blue pants c) Trouser belt d) Black boots or shoes e) Jacket (optional)
COURT LIAISON
Class ‘A’ Uniform: same as Dispatcher Class ‘A’.
Class ‘B’ Uniform: same as Dispatcher Class ‘B’.
Class ‘C’ Uniform (civilian business attire):
a) Conservative business dress shirt (coat optional) b) Conservative necktie (males only) c) Slacks (must take a belt) d) Belt e) Dress shoes f) Jacket (optional)
FORENSIC SPECIALISTS
Class ‘A’ Uniform: same as Dispatcher Class ‘A’.
Class ‘B’ Uniform: same as Dispatcher Class ‘B’.
Class ‘C’ Uniform
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1. Black, short- or long-sleeve, pullover polo shirt with collar 2. Embroidered badge 3. Embroidered first initial, last name 4. Silk-screen "FORENSICS" in 3-inch-high by 1-1/2-inch-wide white block lettering on back. b) Pants 1. Tact Squad poly or poly/cotton, navy blue 2. TacLite 5.11 BDU-style pants, black c) Trouser belt d) Black boots or shoes e) Vest (optional): Propper brand or other Department-approved load bearing vest, black f) Duty Jacket: embroidered badge, cloth name tape
JAILER
The Buena Park Police Department contracts with G4S for jail services. G4S supplies the jailer uniform.
Class ‘A’ Uniform: N/A
Class ‘B’ Uniform:
a) Shirt 1. Tan, short- or long sleeve, button-down uniform shirt with chest pockets 2. Cloth G4S badge: “JAILER” on top ribbon and ‘***’ on bottom ribbon, above left chest pocket 3. Cloth name tape, first initial and last name, embroidered white lettering, worn above right chest pocket 4. Cloth BPPD shoulder patches 5. Cloth “JAILER’ insignia black background with white block letters on both sleeves, worn below the shoulder patches b) Olive-drab green BDU-style pants c) Trouser belt d) Black boots or shoes e) Radio and holder f) Panic alarm remote and holder g) Optional equipment: 1. Flashlight and holder 2. OC spray and holder 3. Handcuff case and holder 4. Keepers, if wearing a duty belt
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POLICE SERVICE OFFICERS (PSO), INVESTIGATIVE AIDES, AND PARKING CONTROL SPECIALISTS (PCS)
Class ‘A’ Uniform: same as Dispatcher Class ‘A’.
Class ‘B’ Uniform: same as Dispatcher Class ‘B’.
PSO Traffic Aide and Parking Control Specialists shall wear a black basket-weave trouser belt with radio holder and radio, and may carry OC spray and holder after having attended Department-approved training. The PSO Traffic Aide and Parking Control Specialists are authorized to wear the optional Blauer-brand outer vest carrier. The carrier must match the color and have a similar appearance of the underlying class ’B’ uniform shirt.
Class ‘C’ Uniform: Investigative Aides and Detective Aide PSO only.
a) Shirt 1. Navy blue, short- or long-sleeve, pullover polo shirt with collar 2. Embroidered badge 3. Embroidered name b) Tact Squad poly or poly/cotton, navy blue pants c) Trouser belt d) Black boots or shoes e) Jacket (optional for PSO and Investigative Aide)
CADET, POLICE SERVICE AIDES (PSA), AND COMMUNITY SERVICE AIDES (CSA)
Class ‘A’ Uniform: same as Dispatchers Class ‘A’.
Class ‘B’ Uniform: same as Dispatchers Class ‘B’.
a) Shall wear a black basket-weave trouser belt with radio and holder. b) May carry OC spray and holder after having attended Department-approved training.
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1. Cadets and Police Service Aides may wear the optional outer vest carrier authorized for Police Service Officers and Parking Control Specialists when engaged in field operations. c) Jacket: Duty jacket, embroidered badge, cloth name tape, shoulder patches 1. Cadets shall wear a cloth “CADET” insignia blue background with white block letters on both sleeves, worn below the shoulder patches.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALISTS
Class ‘A’ Uniform
a) Black business suit b) White shirt c) Black tie, plain (males only) d) Black dress shoes
Class ‘B’ Uniform (civilian business attire):
a) Conservative business dress shirt (coat optional) b) Conservative necktie (males only; tie required only for meetings and when contacting the public) c) Slacks (must take a belt) d) Belt e) Dress shoes
Class ‘C’ Uniform:
a) Shirt 1. Grey short- or long-sleeve, pullover polo shirt with collar 2. Embroidered “Information Technology” 3. Embroidered first initial, last name b) 5.11 BDU-style pants, Black c) Black nylon belt d) Footwear: 1. Black boots or shoes
SENIOR ACCOUNT CLERK
Class ‘A’ Uniform:
a) Black business suit b) White shirt c) Black tie, plain (males only) d) Black dress shoes
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a) Conservative business dress shirt (coat optional) b) Conservative necktie (males only) c) Slacks (must take a belt) d) Belt e) Dress shoes
CRIME PREVENTION SPECIALIST and TRAINING ASSISTANT
Class ‘A’ Uniform: same as Dispatchers Class ‘A’.
Class ‘B’ Uniform: same as Dispatchers Class ‘B’.
Class ‘C’ Uniform:
a) Black, short- or long-sleeve, pullover polo shirt with collar 1. Embroidered badge 2. Embroidered first initial, last name b) Black TacLite 5.11 BDU-style pants c) Black nylon belt d) Black boots or shoes e) Jacket (optional)
CITIZEN ASSISTING POLICE (CAP)
Class ‘A’ Uniform:
a) Shirt 1. Tact Squad polyester long-sleeve, white 2. Embroidered badge 3. Metal name plate 4. Cloth shoulder patches 5. Insignia patch, “VOLUNTEER” on both sleeves, blue background with white lettering 6. Tie and tie bar 7. Service stripes 8. Award pins b) Navy blue Tact Squad poly or poly/cotton pants c) Basket-weave trouser belt d) Black boots or shoes, high-gloss shine
Class ‘B’ Uniform: same as for Class ‘A’, but no tie and may wear short-sleeve shirt.
Class ‘C’ Uniform:
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2. Embroidered badge 3. Embroidered first initial, last name b) Blue jean pants, clean and appropriate c) Trouser belt d) Black boots or shoes
Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service (RACES)
Class ‘A’ Uniform: same as Citizens Assisting Police Class ‘A’ except for the following:
Insignia patches: “RACES” on both sleeves, red background with white lettering, worn below “VOLUNTEER” insignia patch
Class ‘B’ Uniform: same as Citizens Assisting Police Class ‘B’.
CHAPLAINS
Class ‘A’ Uniform:
a) Shirt 1. LAPD-certified long-sleeve wool uniform shirt, midnight blue 2. Embroidered badge 3. Metal name plate 4. Cloth shoulder patches 5. Insignia patch: “CHAPLAIN” on both sleeves, blue background with white lettering 6. Service stripes 7. Award pins b) LAPD-certified wool uniform trousers, midnight blue c) Basket-weave trouser belt d) Denomination-specific signifiers of the chaplain’s clerical status, as approved by the Department Chaplain Coordinator. This may include specific headgear, hairstyles, or clothing items. e) Black boots or shoes, high-gloss shine
Class ‘B’ Uniform: same as for Class ‘A’, but no tie and may wear short-sleeve shirt.
EXPLORERS
Class ‘A’ Uniform: Same as Dispatcher’s Class ‘A’.
Class ‘B’ Uniform: Same as Dispatcher’s Class ‘B’.
Insignia patch: “EXPLORER” worn on both sleeves, blue background with white lettering.
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a) Hat: Navy blue felt Campaign cover with Department metal hat piece b) Shirt: same as Dispatcher Class ‘A’ and accoutrements c) Cord: white arm cord worn over the left shoulder d) Pants: same as Dispatcher Class ‘A’ e) Belt: white dress belt with chrome buckle f) Footwear: black high-gloss boots g) White bib/scarf (Ascot)
CIVILIAN POLICE ADMINISTRATION
Class ‘A’ Uniform:
a) Black business suit b) White shirt c) Black tie, plain (males only) d) Black dress shoes
Class ‘B’ Uniform (civilian business attire):
a) Conservative business dress shirt (coat optional) b) Conservative necktie (males only) c) Slacks (must take a belt) d) Belt e) Dress shoes
PART-TIME CONTRACT CONSULTANTS (CALEA, Emergency Services Coordinator, Background Investigators)
Class ‘A’ Uniform: N/A
Class ‘B’ Uniform (business casual):
a) Collared shirt (button-up or polo style) b) Slacks or Dockers-style pants
Class ‘C’ Uniform
a) Black, short- or long-sleeve, pullover polo shirt with collar 1. Embroidered badge 2. Embroidered first initial, last name b) Black 5.11 TacLite BDU-style pants c) Black nylon belt d) Black boots or shoes e) Jacket (optional)
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COURTROOM ATTIRE. Refer to BPPD Policy § 348, Court Appearance and Subpoenas, for the required courtroom attire.
TRAINING ATTIRE. Employees of this Department should look professional when attending training classes. BPPD employees shall wear business casual or casual attire when attending on- site and off-site training. The only exemption to this will be at the direction of the training facilitator.
Business Casual and Casual Attire
a) Collared shirt (button-up or polo style) b) Slacks or Dockers-style pants c) Jeans and T-shirts are permissible, providing they are in good condition.
No tattered or torn clothing. No provocative or unprofessional logos. Employees shall not wear sweatpants, short pants, short skirts, open-toed shoes, or sandals while attending training, nor shall employees wear inappropriate attire, distracting attire, or attire not conducive to a classroom setting.
MATERNITY ATTIRE. BPPD employees should look professional at all times, no matter which assignment they are working. BPPD employees working a modified duty status due to pregnancy shall wear business casual attire consisting of the following:
a) Collared long- or short-sleeve shirt (button-up or polo style), or conservative maternity smock b) Dress slacks, Dockers-style slacks, or maternity slacks c) Closed-toe shoes d) Jacket (optional)
The employee may request modification of these standards based on practicality, or due to medical or health considerations. The employee’s supervisor may grant these modifications as appropriate.
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Attachment A
EMPLOYEE COMMENDATION RIBBONS Vanguard Brand www.vanguardmil.com
PERSONAL AWARDS
Medal of Valor and Medal of Courage. A “V” or “C” device will be attached. (Vanguard Ribbon 3302 SKU #7842701)
Purple Heart (Vanguard Purple Heart SKU #7805400)
Award of Merit (Vanguard Ribbon 4024 SKU #7851350)
Award of Distinguished Service (Vanguard Ribbon 3662 SKU #7849002)
Live Saving Award (Vanguard Ribbon 3402 SKU #7844100)
Manager/Supervisor of the Year (Vanguard Ribbon 3409 SKU #7844380)
Officer of the Year (Vanguard Ribbon 3410 SKU #7844400)
Reserve Officer of the Year (Vanguard Ribbon 3511 SKU #7846030)
Civilian of the Year (Vanguard Ribbon 3414 SKU #7844800)
Volunteer of the Year (Vanguard Ribbon 3318 SKU #7843505)
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Top Cop (Vanguard Ribbon 3401 SKU #7844000)
Civilian of the Quarter (Vanguard Ribbon 3403 SKU #7844200)
SERVICE AWARDS
City Service (Vanguard Ribbon 4020 SKU #7851000)
Military Service (Vanguard Ribbon 8013 SKU #7857013)
OPERATIONS DIVISION ASSIGNMENT RIBBONS
Community Impact Team/Problem Oriented Policing Team (Vanguard Ribbon 3012 SKU #7840850)
Crisis Negotiation Team (Vanguard Ribbon 3011 SKU #7840800)
Drug Recognition Expert (Vanguard Ribbon 3003 SKU #7840200)
Field Training Officer (Vanguard Ribbon 3005 SKU #7840300)
Gang Unit (Vanguard Ribbon 3013 SKU #7840900)
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K9 Handler (Vanguard Ribbon 3009 SKU #7840600)
Mounted Officer (Vanguard Ribbon 3000 SKU #7839999)
SWAT (Vanguard Ribbon 3006 SKU #7840400)
Traffic Unit (Vanguard Ribbon 3002 SKU #7840100)
UAS Team (Vanguard Ribbon 3007 SKU #7840450)
SUPPORT SERVICES DIVISION ASSIGNMENT RIBBONS
Color Guard (Vanguard Ribbon 3500 SKU #7845499)
Communications Training Officer (Vanguard Ribbon 3230 SKU #7842240)
Investigations (Vanguard Ribbon 3716 SKU #7850060)
Professional Standards Unit (Vanguard Ribbon 3729 SKU #7850110)
Regional Team/Task Force (Vanguard Ribbon 3227 SKU #7842220)
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School Resource Officer (Vanguard Ribbon 3506 SKU #7845850)
Training Unit (Vanguard Ribbon 3709 SKU #7849700)
Vice and Narcotics (Vanguard Ribbon 7119 SKU #7856819)
Attachments
“V” Device (Vanguard SKU #7657900)
“C” Device (Vanguard SKU #7652202)
3/16” Bronze Star (Vanguard Single Star SKU #7701900; Double Star SKU# 7701825; Triple Star SKU #7701830; Quadruple Star SKU #7701835) 3/16” Silver Star (Vanguard Single SKU #7702100; Double Star SKU# 7702035)
5/16” Gold Star (Vanguard SKU #7701700)
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The following are examples of service star placement.
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