Policy 1025: Uniforms and Civilian Attire

1025.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE

.This policy provides guidelines for Battle Creek Police Department authorized uniforms and civilian attire regulations. It is established to ensure that uniformed members will be readily identifiable to the public through the proper use and wearing of department uniforms, and that the appearance of members who wear civilian attire reflects favorably on the Department.

This policy addresses the wearing and maintenance of department uniforms, accessories, insignia, patches and badge; the requirements for members who wear civilian attire; and the authorized use of optional equipment and accessories by members of the Department.

Other related topics are addressed in the Badges, Patches and Identification, Department-Owned and Personal Property, and Personal Appearance Standards policies.

1025.1.1 DEFINITIONS

UNIFORMED OFFICER: Any employee, whether sworn or non-sworn who at any time wears a department issued uniform without regard to rank or assignment.

UNIFORM OF THE DAY: The proper issued uniform as established in this directive.

OFFICIAL POLICE DUTIES: Normal police functions that include citizen/officer contact outside the confines of the police cruiser.

COURT APPEARANCES: For the purpose of this directive, the following are considered court appearances: • District, circuit, and juvenile court hearings and trials. • Implied consent hearings. • Duty related civil hearings. • Duty related depositions. • Complaint signing before a magistrate or Judge. CIVILIAN BUSINESS ATTIRE: Civilian business attire is a dress code typified by a suit and tie, sports jacket, or blazer. It is more formal than casual.

BUSINESS CASUAL: A style of clothing that is less formal than traditional business wear, but is still intended to give a professional and businesslike impression. Examples include khaki style pants, polo or button up collared shirts.

CLASS A UNIFORM: Class “A” uniform is designated as a dress uniform to be worn for formal events such as graduations, funerals, ceremonies, etc.

CLASS B UNIFORM: Uniform is designated for general patrol duty and is authorized to be worn by sworn police officers

CLASS C UNIFORM: Class C uniform is designated as the tactical uniform for sworn police officers.

1025.2 POLICY

The Battle Creek Police Department will provide uniforms for all employees who are required to wear them in the manner, quantity and frequency agreed upon in the respective employee group’s collective bargaining agreement. The Department may provide other department members with uniforms at the direction of the Chief of Police.

All uniforms and equipment issued to department members shall be returned to the Department upon termination or resignation.

1025.3 UNIFORMS

.The Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall maintain and update uniform and equipment specifications, which should be consulted by all members as needed. Uniforms shall be worn as described therein and as specified in this policy.

The following shall apply to those assigned to wear department-issued uniforms:

a. Uniforms and equipment shall be maintained in a serviceable condition and shall be ready at all times for immediate use. Uniforms shall be neat, clean and appear professionally pressed. b. Officers in a non-uniformed assignment shall possess and maintain at all times a serviceable uniform and the necessary equipment to perform uniformed field duty. c. Uniforms shall be worn in compliance with any applicable department specifications. d. Members shall wear only the uniforms specified for their ranks and assignments. When changing from one assignment to another members are responsible for turning in or exchanging uniform or equipment items. e. When worn in conjunction with any uniform, the tie will be fully clipped over a buttoned collar at all times when in view of the public. f. Long sleeve shirts will be worn with the sleeves down and buttoned. g. Civilian attire shall not be worn in combination with any distinguishable part of a uniform. h. Uniforms are only to be worn while on-duty, for court, at official department functions or events, while in transit to or from work, or when authorized by the Chief of Police or the authorized designee. i. Members are not to purchase or drink alcoholic beverages while wearing any part of department- issued uniforms, including the uniform pants. j. All supervisors will perform periodic inspections of members under their commands to ensure conformance to this policy. k. The summer uniform shall be worn from April 15th through October 14th of each year. The winter uniform shall be worn from October 15th through April 14th of each year. l. Uniformed officers shall be required to wear the uniform of the day during all court appearances or other legally obligated appearances. m. Employees are responsible for lost, stolen, misplaced, altered, or damaged items. Whenever such loss or damage is attributed to employee neglect or carelessness, such employee may be subject to disciplinary action and the cost of replacement. n. Employees shall review the quartermaster inventory file annually ensuring their uniforms and uniform allotments are up to date. o. In order to ensure a professional appearance and personal safety all on duty employees whether in uniform or civilian attire shall be neatly dressed and groomed in accordance with contemporary conservative standards as determined by the Chief of Police and as specified within this policy.

1025.3.1 ACCESSORIES

Members shall adhere to the following when wearing department uniforms:

a. Mirrored sunglasses will not be worn. b. Jewelry shall be in accordance with the specifications in the Personal Appearance Standards Policy. 1025.3.2 INSIGNIA, PATCHES AND BADGE

.Only the following elements may be affixed to department uniforms unless an exception is authorized by the Chief of Police:

a. Shoulder patch - The authorized shoulder patch supplied by the Department shall be machine stitched to the sleeves of all uniform shirts and jackets of Class A and Class B uniforms. b. Badge - The department-issued badge, or an authorized sewn-on cloth replica, must be worn and visible at all times while in uniform. c. Nameplate - The regulation nameplate, or an authorized sewn-on cloth nameplate, shall be worn at all times while in uniform. d. Rank insignia - The designated insignia indicating the member’s rank must be worn at all times while in uniform. e. Assignment insignias - Assignment insignias (e.g., Emergency Response Team ERT, Police Training Officer (PTO)) may be worn as designated by the Chief of Police. f. Award/commendation insignia - Insignia representing an award or commendation received under the Commendations and Awards Policy, or other recognition authorized by the Chief of Police, may be worn, centered above the nameplate. If more than one award is worn the insignia shall be equally spaced in one or two horizontal rows centered above the nameplate in a manner that provides a balanced appearance.

See attachment: PR 1025 A UNIFORMS AND CIVILIAN ATTIRE.pdf

1025.3.3 MOURNING BAND

.Uniformed members shall wear a black mourning band across the department badge whenever a law enforcement officer is killed in the line of duty or as directed by the Chief of Police. The following mourning periods will be observed:

a. Battle Creek Police Department officer - From the time of death until midnight on the 14th day after the death. b. An officer from this or an adjacent county - From the time of death until midnight on the day of the funeral. c. Funeral attendee - While attending the funeral of an out-of-region fallen officer. d. National Peace Officers’ Memorial Day (May 15) - From 0001 hours until 2359 hours. e. As directed by the Chief of Police.

1025.4 UNIFORM CLASSES

The Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall determine the uniform to be worn by each department member or any deviations that may be authorized.

Uniforms are classified as follows:

a. Class A - Full dress uniform to be worn by designated department members on special occasions, such as funerals, graduations, ceremonies, or as directed by the Chief of Police or the authorized designee. b. Class B - Standard issue uniform to be worn daily by designated department members. c. Class C - General utility uniform to be worn by designated Department members. d. Specialized assignment - Specific uniforms to be worn by members in special assignments or divisions. 1025.4.1 CLASS A UNIFORM

The Class A uniform consists of the following:

Class A Uniform for Command Staff

• Navy blue formal blouse coat with department insignia on the shoulders, metal badge, and nameplate pinned in the appropriate place. • White long sleeve uniform shirt with metal badge, nameplate, and awards. • White tee shirt. • Black clip on tie with appropriate tie pin. • Navy blue dress trousers with black stripe. • Black dress uniform shoes shined to a high gloss. • Black socks. • Garrison hat. Class A Uniform for Sworn Line and Supervisory Staff

• Blue “Ike” style jacket with department insignia, metal badge or rank-specific badge patch and a metal nameplate. • Long sleeve shirts will be worn with the sleeves down and buttoned. Black clip on tie with appropriate tie bar. • Navy blue trousers with black stripe. • Black dress uniform shoes shined to a high gloss. • Black socks. • Full duty belt as defined. 1025.4.2 CLASS B UNIFORM

Class B Winter Uniform

• Issued navy blue duty coat or lightweight jacket. • Issued navy blue police garrison style hat, navy blue winter hat, or department issued stocking cap. The garrison hat shall have a silver or gold metal band and the appropriate hat badge affixed to it. Gold bands are for use by the rank of Detective or above. • Issued navy blue long sleeve shirts that will be completely buttoned while on duty unless an approved mock turtleneck is worn. • Plain black trouser belt. • Issued black equipment belt with issued components (optional for those assigned to non-patrol duties and officers assigned to station duty). • Issued navy blue trousers with black stripe along each trouser leg. • Plain (no pattern) black shoes or boots that are clean and shined. • Personally owned overshoes, earmuffs, gloves, and scarves may be worn when appropriate providing they are navy blue or black. • Issued raincoat. • Issued black clip-on tie. • Plain black or dark navy socks unless a boot is worn that extends to mid shin level. • Personally owned approved plain, black tight fitting neck mock turtlenecks may be authorized for wear with the winter uniform.

Class B Summer Uniform • Issued navy blue duty jacket or duty coat as required by weather conditions. • Issued raincoat. • Issued police navy blue garrison style hat or issued baseball cap. The garrison hat shall have a silver or gold metal band and the appropriate hat badge affixed to it. Gold bands are reserved for use by the rank of Detective and above. • Issued navy blue short sleeve shirt with the top most button open. • Issued navy blue trousers with black stripe along each trouser leg. • Plain black trouser belt. • Issued black equipment belt with issued components (optional for the Command Staff or Patrol Officers and Sergeants when assigned to station duties). • Plain (no pattern) black shoes or boots that are clean and shined. • Plain white tee shirt with no other colors or design visible while under a properly buttoned, open collared issued uniform shirt. • Plain black or dark navy socks where visible unless a boot is worn that extends to mid shin level 1025.4.3 CLASS C UNIFORM

Class C Fatigue Uniform

• Issued navy blue fatigue shirt with top button open. • Issued navy blue fatigue pants (may be bloused at the officer’s option). • Plain black trouser belt. • Issued or authorized black equipment belt with issued components. • Plain black trouser belt • Issued or authorized black equipment belt with issued components. • Plain (no pattern) black shoes or boots that are clean and shined. During physical training, personally owned athletic shoes may be worn at the discretion of the instructor. • Issued baseball cap. • Plain white tee shirt with no other colors or designs visible while under a properly buttoned, open collared issued fatigue shirt. A plain black mock tee with no markings may be worn with a long sleeve fatigue shirt as part of the winter uniform. • Fatigue uniform may be worn by Crime Techs and Dog Handlers as uniform of the day. 1025.4.4 SPECIALIZED ASSIGNMENT UNIFORM

. .The Chief of Police or the authorized designee may authorize certain uniforms to be worn by members in specialized assignments, such as canine handlers,ERT, bicycle patrol, motor officers and other specific assignments.

See attachment: PR 1025 B UNIFORMS AND CIVILIAN ATTIRE.pdf 1025.4.5 TRAINING UNIFORM

The issued Training uniform shall consist of :

• Black polo style shirt with embroidered BCPD logo. • 5-11 khaki pants.

The issued training uniform or Class B uniform shall be the uniform of the day for classroom style trainings.

1025.5 CIVILIAN ATTIRE

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a. Overshoes, gloves, hats and overcoats shall be of a style consistent with projecting a professional or business appearance. Sweaters may be worn with a tie as an acceptable business attire but only during winter uniform season as defined in this directive. b. Plain clothes officer's sidearms shall be concealed when in public. c. Variations from this policy are allowed at the discretion of the Chief of Police or an authorized designee when the member’s assignment or current task is not conducive to wearing such clothing. d. No item of civilian attire may be worn while on-duty that would adversely affect the reputation of the Department or the morale of the members. e. The following items shall not be worn while on-duty or when representing the Department in any official capacity: 1. Clothing that reveals cleavage, the back, chest, stomach or buttocks 2. T-shirt alone or exposed undergarments 3. Swimsuits, tank tops, tube tops or halter tops 4. Sweatshirts, sweatpants or similar exercise clothing 5. Spandex-type pants or transparent clothing 6. Denim pants of any color 7. Shorts 8. Open-toed shoes 9. Clothing, buttons or pins displaying racial, sexual, discriminatory, gang-related or obscene language. 10. Sworn officers assigned to plainclothes assignments shall wear civilian business attire to court appearances. 11. An exception may be made for jeans and t-shirts for special occasions and with supervisory approval. 1025.6 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Any items that are allowed by the Battle Creek Police Department but that have been identified as optional shall be purchased entirely at the expense of the member. No part of the purchase cost shall be offset by the department. Maintenance of optional items shall be the financial responsibility of the purchasing member (e.g., repairs due to normal wear and tear).

Replacement of items listed in this policy as optional shall be managed as follows:

a. When the item is no longer functional because of normal wear and tear, the member bears the full cost of replacement. b. When the item is no longer functional because of damage in the course of the member’s duties, it shall be replaced in accordance with the Department-Owned and Personal Property Policy. Battle Creek MI Police Department: 700.4.1 FILING CLAIMS FOR PERSONAL PROPERTY

1025.7 UNAUTHORIZED UNIFORMS, EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES

Battle Creek Police Department members may not wear any uniform item, accessory or attachment unless specifically authorized by the Chief of Police or the authorized designee.

Department members may not use or carry any safety item, tool or other piece of equipment unless specifically authorized by the Chief of Police or the authorized designee.

1025.8 ISSUING AUTHORITY

Jim Blocker Chief of Police

Effective Date

July 27, 2018