Uniform
What uniform is designated for wear regardless of season when traveling on leave, TAD or transfer?
Chapter 1, 1301.1
When traveling on leave, TAD or transfer, Service Dress Blue may be worn during any season.
True or False: Wearing of a communication device on service dress uniform is authorized.
Chapter 2, 2101.3.c.1.c
False, wearing of a communication device on service dress uniforms is not authorized. One communication device may be worn only on the belt of working and service uniforms aft of the elbow.
Tattoos on the neck are permitted with what size limitations?
Chapter 2, 2201.7.c
One tattoo is authorized on the neck and shall not exceed one inch in measurement in any direction.
True or False: Regular size cap device insignia may be worn on the Navy/Command ball cap by E1-E6 personnel.
Chapter 4, 4331.2.d
False, Regular size cap device insignia may be worn on the Navy/Command ball cap by E4-E6 personnel.
When can tan flight suits be worn?
Chapter 1 1301.5.c.1
Tan flight suits will only be worn in CONUS in hot weather environments (Fallon, El Centro, China Lake, Lemoore, etc.) as authorized by the TYCOM.
During what type of flights are NWUs authorized for wear?
Chapter 1 1301.5.b.2
CONUS air travel in NWUs is authorized only on military and government contracted flights between military airfield installations (e.g. NAS Oceana to NAS Fallon). The NWUs are not authorized for wear during commercial travel (e.g. airlines, railways, or bus, etc.) but are authorized on commuter transportation (e.g. Metrorail, metro bus, commuter bus, VRE, ferries).
True or False: The female hair policy applies to female sailors while wearing the Navy uniform and in civilian clothes in the performance of duty?
Chapter 2, 2201.1.b
True: This policy applies to female Sailors while wearing the Navy uniform and when wearing civilian clothes in the performance of duty.
Mens hair shall be no longer than ____ inches.
Chapter 2, 2201.1.a
Hair shall be no longer than four inches and may not touch the ears, collar, extend below eyebrows when headgear is removed, show under front edge of headgear, or interfere with properly wearing military headgear.
The sleeve insignia on a Navy Captain’s dress uniform will contain
Chapter 4, 4101.3.a
Captain will wear four ½ stripes.
Can organizational clothing be worn while commuting?
Chapter 1 1301.5.d.
Organizational Clothing. Wear of organizational clothing, except flight suits, brown leather flight jackets, and camouflage uniforms, is not authorized while commuting.
May a retired military member wear a Naval Uniform during or in connection with political activities, private employment or commercial interest, that imply official sponsorship of the activity or interest.
Chapter 1 1401.3.b.1.b
Members of the Armed Forces (including retired members and members of reserve components). Wearing of uniforms is prohibited under any of the following circumstances: During or in connection with political activities, private employment or commercial interest, that imply official sponsorship of the activity or interest.
True or false: Wearing of false eyelashes acceptable in military uniform?
: Chapter 2, 2201.4
False, Long false eyelashes shall not be worn when in uniform
What is the maximum hair bulk as measured from the scalp allowable for females.
Chapter 2, 2201.1.b.1
Hair bulk (minus the bun) as measured from the scalp will not exceed 2 inches.
A Fleet Admiral’s hard shoulder boards rank insignia is composed of how many stars?
Chapter 4, 4103
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What is the uniform regulations definition of conspicuous?
Chapter 1 1501.1.d
Conspicuous. Obvious to the eye, attracting attention, striking, bright in color. Should blend with (not stand out from) a professional appearance in uniform. What is conspicuous on one person may not be noticeable on another. If attention is naturally drawn to or distracted from the professional appearance, it is conspicuous.
When are NWU authorized for brief stop/commuter wear wear?
Chapter 1 1301.5.b.1
NWU wear is authorized for commuting and all normal tasks and associated stops (e.g. stops at child care, gas stations, off-base shopping, banking, DMV, and dining) before, during and after the workday. NWUs are not a liberty uniform. Consumption of alcohol while off-base in NWUs is not permitted. The area or regional commander may further restrict uniform policies within their geographical limits regarding the wear of NWUs.
True or false: If a shaving waiver is authorized, facial/neck hair should be manicured.
Chapter 2, 2201.2
False, If a shaving waiver is authorized, no facial/neck hair shall be shaved, manicured, styled or outlined nor exceed ¼ inch in length.
Are men allowed to wear wigs are hair pieces?
Wigs or hairpieces may be worn by active duty personnel while in uniform or duty status only for cosmetic reasons to cover natural baldness or physical disfigurement. Wigs may be worn by Naval Reserve personnel engaged in inactive duty for training.
What color service stripes and chevrons are worn on the dinner dress white jacket?
Chapter 4221.1 chart
Dinner dress white jacket requires Blue/Gold Chevrons and service stripes.
When is uniform headgear required to be worn while underway aboard a US Navy vessel?
Chapter 1 1101.4.a.
Uniform headgear is not required to be worn when ships are at sea outside harbor limits, except on specific watches or on ceremonial occasions specified by the commanding officer or higher authority.
When can green flight suits be worn?
Chapter 1 1301.5.c.1
Occasion for wear is aligned with the NWU occasion for wear policies as outlined in article 1301.5.b.
True or False: All E1/E2/E3 personnel shall have a seabag inspection prior to transfer to another ship or station.
Chapter 3, 3101.4
True, Prior to transfer to another ship or station the seabag of all E1/E2/E3 personnel shall be inspected and the individual shall be required to have at least the items and quantities indicated in tables 3-1-1 and 3-1-2.
are women allowed to have permanent makeup applied to their faces?
Cosmetic Permanent Makeup is authorized for eyebrows, Eyeliner, lipstick and lip liner only. Permanent makeup shall be in good taste and blend naturally with the skin tone to enhance a natural appearance. Exaggerated or faddish cosmetic styles are not authorized and shall not be obtained. Approved permanent makeup colors are as follows: Eyebrows shall be shades of black, brown, blonde or red that matches the individual’s natural hair color. Eyeliner shall be shades of black, brown, blue or green that matches the individual’s natural eye color and shall not extend past the natural corner of the eye. Lip liner and lipstick shall be the color of the natural lip or shades of pink and moderate reds only. Permanent Makeup is considered an elective medical procedure that is accomplished by qualified medical professionals to enhance natural features and requires careful planning and consideration of associated risks and liabilities to the Sailor.
Service strives are worn for _____ years of service
Chapter 4, 4231.4
All personnel wear one stripe for each four years of active duty service or reserve service in an active status in any of the armed services.
What is the primary consideration when while wearing naval uniforms?
Chapter 2, 2101.0
The primary consideration is to have a neatly groomed appearance while wearing naval uniforms.