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New Changes to Uniform Regulations
New Changes to Uniform Regulations 2
How Far is the Distance?
100
What uniform may not be worn while commuting to and from work?
Navy Blue Coveralls
100
Sailors whose legal names contain _____ are authorized to include and display them in name tags, name patches or name tapes while wearing a uniform.
Accents
100
For males, when conducting PT or the PRT, they are now authorized to wear performance/competition _______.
(Hint: new option instead of PT shorts).
Swimwear
100
Tattoos/body art/brands on the neck or behind the ear must not exceed ____ in any dimension.
1 inch
200
Four criteria areas are used to determine whether tattoos/body art/brands are permitted for Navy personnel, name two of them.
Content, Location, Size and Cosmetic
200
When can a male wear earrings?
While in a Leave or Liberty status and in civilian clothes, unless prohibited by proper authority.
Earrings are not authorized in civilian clothing while performing official duties.
200
What is the new maximum heel height for female dress shoes (pumps)?
three inches - worn in professional work or business environments
200
How is the proper placement for collar devices measured in NSUs?
1 inch from the lower edge and 1 inch from the front edge (see picture)
300
While wearing the NWU type II and III, you may stop for normal task associated stops such as _______.
Name three of the six listed in the instruction.
Child care, Gas stations, Off-base shopping, Banking, DMV, Dining before, during and after the workday. NOTE: NWUs are not a liberty uniform.
300
Females are now authorized short hairstyles that may show the ____, and _____ hairstyles remain unauthorized except in the case of medically prescribed treatments and required care.
May show the scalp
Bald hairstyles remain unauthorized with exceptions
300
There are four new male hairstyles listed in NAVADMIN 183/21, name two.
Bald
Flat Tops
Faded
High and tight
300
What is the measurement for the proper placement of rank insignia on the front of the Navy Ballcap?
1 1/4 inches
400
Name the sizes and colors of ball earrings authorized for wear.
100 point bonus points for either of the other two types of authorized earrings.
Must be 4mm - 6mm (approx. 1/8 inch - 1/4 inch). Ball earrings may be plain with shiny or brushed matte finish, screw-on or post type
Yellow gold for Officers/CPOs
Silver for E-6 and below
Pearl earrings may have one small single white pearl and can be worn with Dinner Dress or Formal uniforms
Round Cut diamond earrings may be worn with Dinner Dress Blue and White Jacket uniforms only
Synthetic variants of pearl or diamond earrings acceptable if they meet size and color requirements
Only one earring may be worn per ear, centered on the earlobe
400
Is the new 'Forged by the Sea' PT Uniform a sea bag requirement?
400
Sunglasses are now authorized in eight frame colors, and the lenses are authorized four colors.
Name 4 of the 8 frames and 2 of the 4 colors.
Frame: Silver or gray, black, navy blue, brown, tan, gold, green
Lenses (non-mirrored): black, brown, dark green, dark grey
400
What is the measurement from the wrist of the first service stripe on the E-1 to E-6 Service Dress Jumper (White or Blues)?
Bonus 100: What is the measurement on the old jumper (without piping)?
1.5 inches from the wrist
2 inches from the edge of the sleeve
500
Situation: Sailor with 10 years active duty experience transfers to fleet reserve for 2 years. Sailor then wants to return to active duty permanently. With regard to gold rating badges and service stripes, is the Sailor required to make a change on their uniform?
Fleet reserve personnel may wear the gold rating badges and service stripes authorized at the time of their transfer to the fleet reserve. For fleet reserve personnel returning to active duty, fleet reserve time is considered broken time for the purpose of determining authorized additional service stripes, and qualifying to wear old sleeve insignia.
500
What are the new options for shoulder patch wear with the NWU type II and III?
Sailors may wear zero, one or two shoulder patches.
The reverse flag will be on the right shoulder flap
Patches worn on the left flap will be either Command/Unit Logos or Don’t Tread on Me
500
Wristwear was expanded to include specifics about bracelets, wristwatches, smartwatches and fitness trackers.
How many of those items is Sailor authorized to wear simultaneously?
Explain your answer in an example if applicable.
•Only one wristwatch/smartwatch and one fitness tracker can be worn simultaneously and each on a different wrist.
•When wearing a bracelet, a wristwatch/smartwatch or fitness tracker is not authorized on the same wrist as the bracelet.
•Authorized wristwatches/smartwatches and fitness tracker colors when wearing a Navy uniform include solid black, brown, dark green, grey, navy blue, tan, white, copper, gold (metal), silver (metal) and gold/silver combination (metal) only.
•Smartwatches and fitness trackers are subject to applicable security regulations.
•Bracelets worn while in uniform may consist of natural metals or fabricated materials (e.g., plastic, wood, silicone or stone) and may be solid black, brown, dark green, grey, navy blue, tan, white, copper, gold and silver only.
500
On female coats or shirts without pockets, ribbons are placed how many inches from a certain landmark?
(What is the length and what is the landmark?)
On female coats or shirts without pockets, ribbons will be placed centered on the wearer’s left side with the bottom of the lowest row of ribbons placed approximately 6 1/4 inches down as measured from the shoulder seam and adjust height placement as necessary to accommodate proper placement.
1000
Cosmetic permanent makeup can be authorized.
- Name two of the four areas on the face where it can be authorized.
OR
-What must a Sailor submit along with their Special Request Chit to their CO for a permanent makeup request?
Cosmetic permanent makeup is authorized for eyebrows, Eyeliner, lipstick and lip liner only. Permanent makeup shall blend naturally to enhance a natural appearance. Exaggerated cosmetic styles are not authorized and shall not be obtained.
•Female service members assigned to their permanent duty station shall submit a Special Request Authorization Form (NAVPERS 1336/3) to their Commanding Officer expressing their desire to obtain permanent makeup. Included with the special request form shall be a description of the procedure facility and desired feature enhancements.
1000
Medically-Prescribed head coverings may be authorized to Sailors undergoing prescribed health treatments that result in a drastic loss of hair, or sensitive scalps. Authorized head coverings must be:
-Solid Colors of black, khaki/tan, navy blue or white.
-Must ___(this is a phrase)______.
-Must ___(this is a phrase)______.
Must match the color of the military cover prescribed for wear with the uniform being worn.
Must be medically documented and prescribed.
1000
What is the new policy regarding Military Cover wear while in a POV on military installations?
When should it be worn?
When does it remain worn unless impractical?
Requirement to wear a cover while in uniform when entering, exiting and driving is rescinded.
As a courtousey, the driver of a POV should wear a cover if required to return a salute.
Covers will remain worn while in military or government vehicles, unless impractical for safety or security reasons
1000
Where is the proper placement of the cap insignias for Officers, Chief Petty officers and E-1 to E-6 personnel on the Garrison cover?
