GROOMING STANDARDS
UNIFORMS
FACING MOVEMENTS / POSITIONS
Formation Terms
RATES
100

How long are fingernails allowed to be?  
(For Men and Women)

Men - Fingernails shall not extend past fingertips.
Women - 1/4 inch from the fingertip

100

How far above the left breast pocket are ribbons worn?

1/4 inch

100

Demonstrate what to do when the command "At a close interval dress right, dress" is given while in formation

On the command DRESS, all members, except the right flank member, smartly turn their heads, look, and align themselves to the right. At the same time, all members, except the left flank member, smartly place their left hand on their hip (close interval).

100

The space between individuals from shoulder to shoulder, normall one arms length is called...

Interval

100

What is a/an PS?

Personnel Specialist

200

For men's hair, what is the max inches in length and bulk allowed?

4 inches in length and 2 inches in bulk

200

If a person has four or more ribbons, what is the minimum number of medals that can be worn on the uniform?

They must wear 3 on the uniform.

200

Demonstrate "EYES RIGHT"

EYES RIGHT. When given the commands Eyes RIGHT, smartly turn your head 45° to the right on the command RIGHT. The commands to turn your head back to the position of attention are Ready FRONT. On the command FRONT, snap your head to the front.

200

The length of a full step (30 inches for men and 24 inches for women) is called a....

A Pace

200

 What is a/an CS?

Culinary Specialist

300

How many rings may you wear while in uniform?

Only one ring per hand is authorized, plus a wedding/engagement ring set.

300

What is the shape and size of the kneckerchief for dress whites and dress blues?

A 36-inch Square

300

Demonstrate "PARADE REST"

Cool!

300

The individual on whom a formation or element regulates its alighnment, usually positioned to the right is called a.....

Guide

300

What is a/an BM?

Boastwain's Mate

400

How far down can men’s sideburns extend?

No lower than a point level with the middle of the ear.

400

What ranks must stencil their uniform components with ownership markings?

E1-E6

400

Demonstrate "RIGHT FACE"

Nice!

400

The distance from heel to heel between the feet of a marching person is called a....

Step

400

What is a/an MC?

Mass Communication Specialist

500

Which personnel are not authorized to wear any facial hair, including mustaches?
(except when medical waivers or religious accommodation have been granted):

Brig Prisoners
Brig Awardees
Personnel in a disciplinary hold status (restriction, extra duty, etc)

500

How many inches above the eyebrows is a command ball cap worn with the NWU?

1 1/2 inches

500

Demonstrate "ABOUT FACE"

Good Job!

500

A space of 40 inches between the chest of one person and the back of the person ahead within ranks is called ...

Distance

500

What is a/an MN?

Mineman