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Who is overall responsible in regards to the Naval Uniform Regulation?
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The CNO
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Who is charged by the CNO to continuously review Navy Uniform matters?
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The Deputy CNO
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How often does the uniform Board President meet or convene on uniform matters
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Semi-annually, or as deemed necessary.
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When are sailors allowed to put their hands in their pockets while in uniform?
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Never. It detracts from military smartness.
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What is the policy on not wearing military head gear out at sea?
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Member needs to be outside Harbor limits except on SPECIFIC watches or on ceremonial occasions specified by the C.O. or higher authority.
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When outdoors personnel will remain covered at all times unless ordererd or during non military religous ceremonies
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TRUE
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When is the only time staff on duty status that are carrying or wearing side arms or pistol belts will uncover?
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When entering dining, medical or FOD hazard areas or where religous services are being conducted.
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Indoor personnel will remain uncoverd while indoors unless directed or being involved with special events.
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TRUE
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It is mandated to wear 100% polyester in fire rooms?
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FALSE. Certified Navy Twill only.
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When aboard ship it is the practice for women to wear skirts/heels?
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It is PROHIBITED and not optional.
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When can women wear skirts and heels aboard ship?
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When immediately departing and returning to the ship.
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It is permittted to wear Poromeric (corfam) shoes aboard ship.
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FALSE. Only when immediately departing or returning or when the C.O. authorizes for special occasions.
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Are V-neck or sleevless T-shirts allowed to be worn aboard ship?
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No. Only when immediately departing or returning or when the C.O. authorizes for special occasions.
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Acrylic V-neck sweaters are aurthorized for wear aboard ship.
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NO. Only when immediately departing or returning or when the C.O. authorizes for special occasions.
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Who does the PRESIDENT delegate the power to prescribe the quantity and kind of clothing or cash allowances in lieu of clothing, for enlisted personnel?
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SECDEF
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WHAT does CRA stand for?
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Clothing Replacement Allowance.
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How often are members afforded a CRA?
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Annually on the anniversary of enlistment.
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Who's responsibility is it for washing, dry cleaning, alterations, and repairs of uniforms?
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The MEMBERS.
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When assigned to a command that the working environment prematurely destroys uniforms what should be issued to the member?
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COVERALLS
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Who's responsibility is it to replace the uniforms when coveralls are not issued?
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The COMMAND
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Who is overall responsible and the prescribing authority afloat for uniform policy within their geographical assigned region?
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The SENIOR OFFICER PRESENT AFLOAT
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Who selects the the proper uniform?
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The PRESCRIBING AUTHORITIES not the idividual.
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Generally how many uniforms of the day will be allowed at a given time or location?
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ONE
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Where does the prescibing authority send their uniform instruction to?
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The Deputy CNO
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With the uniform policy being punitively enforceable is the policy also treated like a general order?
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YES
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Who reviews uniform enforceability policies?
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The cognizant JUDGE ADVOCATE
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The wearing of nonstandard accoutrements and locally designed uniform components is prohibited TRUE or FALSE?
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TRUE
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When can a member wear organizational clothing? i.e., foul weather jackets, green flight jackets, coveralls, etc.
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With working uniforms ONLY during actual performance of special work or duties which organizational clothing is designed.
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When traveling on leave, TAD or transfer, can the Service Dress Blue be worn during any season?
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YES
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Are working uniforms allowed for for official travel?
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Not normally but area coordinators may authorize in specific GEO regions when warrented by local conditions.
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When traveling on Military chartered flights for regular/emergency leave or space A travel are civilian clothes permitted?
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YES
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When can members on PCS or TAD orders wear civilian attire aboard flight?
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Always unless otherwise directed by cognizant authority.
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Who should be consulted on matters of clothing attire when traveling overseas?
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The DoD Foreign Clearance Guide.
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Who has the authority to authorize the commuting uniform to and from work with their region?
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The Prescribing Authority
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Are Coveralls allowed to be worn to and from work?
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NO
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What are some types of uniforms allowed for Authorized Brief stops?
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Working Khakis, Utilities, Winter Working Blue, Flight Suits, and Cammies.
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What are some unauthorized stops while in working uniforms on liberty?
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Restaurants, Pizza Parlors, Bars, Lounges, etc. Police Stations, Colleges, Bus Stations, Malls,Grocery Stores, Movies, etc.
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Can a member sell, barter, exchange, or loan clothing which is sold or issued by the United States?
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NO
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Is it lawful for a memeber to obtain another members clothing without proper authority?
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NO
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Can active or retired members wear the uniform to associate with movements or groups that are fascist, communist, or subversive?
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NO
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When engaged in political activities, private employment, or commercial interest that imply official sponsorship of the activity or interest, can a uniform be worn?
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NO
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When can former members who served in war with an honarable discharge wear the uniform?
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It must be of the highest grade ever held and for Military funerals, memorial services, weddings, Military parades, and inaugurals.
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When can Medal of Honor members wear the uniform?
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At any time except under the circumstances involving political activities, private employment, or commercial interest that imply official sponsorship of the activity or interest that discredit the Armed Forces.
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The commanding Officer can authorize the wearing of the uniform to public events when he or she deems that it does not relate to matters of public controversy. TRUE or FALSE?
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TRUE
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In regards to the U.S. Flag what are some of the guidance procedures that are to be followed?
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It should never be stored where it can be easily soiled, torn, or damaged in anyway or be used for advertising. Also it should never be embroided on anything i.e. napkins, boxes, or disposable items in association with costume or athletic uniforms.
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Navy personel assigned to Marine Corp units that elect to wear the Marine uniform at no expense will abide by who's grooming standards?
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Marine Corp
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Navy personel assigned to Marine Corp units that elect to wear the Navy uniform at no expense will abide by who's grooming standards?
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Navy
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NO articles shall protrude from or be visible on the uniform
TRUE or FALSE |
TRUE
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When wearing the the working and service uniform how many communication devices can be worn?
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1
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When wearing the the working and service uniform in what position will the communication devise be worn?
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On either side and AFT of the elbow.
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When wearing the the service dress uniform how many communication devices can be worn?
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None that are visible.
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Can any communication device interfere with rendering courtesies and honors?
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NO
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In what handling position while wearing the SERVICE and WORKING dress uniform shall computer bags, brief cases, and backpacks be used in?
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Across the left shoulder of service and working uniforms to facilitate saluting.
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What color can a bag be while wearing it in uniform?
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Black or Navy Blue.
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Can any contents of a members bag or case show while in tow?
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No. The contents must be concealed.
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Backpacks may be worn over both shoulders when in what uniform?
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Coveralls, utilities, and cammies.
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The strap may be worn across the left shoulder FORE and AFT with bag hanging on the same side of the body while in uniform.
TRUE or FALSE |
TRUE
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While in uniform the case or bag that is being carried will NOT be worn with the strap and bag on the opposite sides of the body (diagonally) . TRUE or FALSE
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TRUE
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Can personal ornamentations be attached to the members carrying bag or case while in uniform?
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NO
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Can civilian bags be worn while in dress uniform?
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NO. They will be hand carried.
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While in uniform what kind of prescription glasses are to be worn?
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Non eccentric or faddish kinds with optional PLAIN, BLACK straps that fit snugly against the back of the head to prevent FOD.
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While in uniform Sun glasses are permitted except in what cases.
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While in FORMATION. With optional PLAIN, BLACK straps that fit snugly against the back of the head to prevent FOD.
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Tinted contact lenses must be what?
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NATURAL COLOR.
(blue, green. brown etc.) |
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Why are undergarments always to be worn?
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To preserve the dignity and appearance of the uniform.
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Are sewn-in creases authorized on any part of the uniform?
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NO
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Are military creases optional on the uniform?
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YES
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Can uniforms be tailored to present a tight formed fit?
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NO
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How many military creases are on the Uniform shirt?
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7
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Do the three creases on the back of the shirt need to be evenly spaced?
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YES?
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Uniforms being stored for long periods of time should be?
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Cleaned and packed away in an airtight platic bag with a packet of desiccant (drying agent) for maximum preservation.
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Buttons can be cleaned by?
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Any substance containing acid such as vinegar or Worcestershire sauce followed by a thorough washing in clean weather.
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Can insignias be polished?
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Not to the degree that the basic details of the standard insignia are defaced, removed, or altered in general appearance.
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In regard to hair grooming for men, it is mandatory that the Hair ABOVE the ears and around the neck shall be tapered from the lower natural hairline upwards at least 3/4 inch and outward not greater that 3/4 inch to blend with hairstyle.
TRUE or FALSE |
TRUE
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For men Can hair on the back on the neck touch the collar?
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NO
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In regards for men can the bulk of ones hair exceed 2 inches?
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NO
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In regards to men the hair may be no longer than 4 inches and may not touch the ears, collar, extend below the eyebrows when headgear is removed, show under front edge of headgear, or interfere with properly wearing of military headgear. TRUE or FALSE
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TRUE
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Faddish styles and outrageous multicolored hair are not authorized. TRUE or FALSE
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TRUE
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In regards to men how many parts are authorized in the hair?
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1. (cut, clipped or shaved) natural, narrow, fore and aft.
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Can men have Plaited or braided hair?
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Not while in uniform or in a duty status.
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Sideburns for men shall be maintained in what manner?
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Not to extend below a point level with the middle of the ear, shall be even width (not flared) and shall end with a clean shaven horizontal line.
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Can women have shaved portions of the scalp other than the neckline?
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NO
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Can women have designs cut or braided into the hair?
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NO
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Womens hair must be evenly balanced at all times while in uniform. TRUE or FALSE?
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TRUE
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Womens hair color must look natural TRUE or FALSE?
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TRUE
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Are ponytails, pigtails, and widely spaced hanging locks authorized for women?
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NO
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Braids that protrude from the head authorized for women?
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NO
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Are multiple braids authorized for women?
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YES
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When wearing multiple braids in the hair, the braids shall be of uniform dimension, small in diameter(APPROX 1/4 inch) and tightly interwoven. TRUE or FALSE
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TRUE
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Beads and decorative items are allowed to be braided in womens hair. TRUE or FALSE
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FALSE
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Corn rowing is allowed for women in uniform. TRUE or FALSE
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TRUE
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Corn rowing rubber bands must match the color of the hair. TRUE or FALSE
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TRUE
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Women headgear shall fit snugly and comfortably around the LARGEST part of the head without distortion or excessive gaps. TRUE or FALSE
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TRUE
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Womens hair may TOUCH but not fall below a horizontal line level with the lower edge of the back of the collar. TRUE or FALSE
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TRUE
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When wearing the jumper uniforms a womans hair may extend a maximum of 1-1/2 inches below the top of the jumper collar. TRUE or FALSE
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TRUE
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How many SMALL barrettes/combs/clips, that are simular to the hair color may be used in a womans hair?
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2
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Can women use additional bobby pins and matching rubber bands to fasten lose hair?
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YES
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Are FABRIC elastic and COLORED rubber bands/ pins authorized for womens hair?
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NO
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Are hair nets authorized?
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No. Unless for a specific type of duty.
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Are BRIG prisoners or awardees allowed to wear facial hair?
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NO. Unless they have a valid medical reason.
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Are personnel who are in transient(TPU/SEPARATION) status due to court-martial or to benifit the Navy allowed to wear facial hair?
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NO. Unless they have a valid medical reason.
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Are wigs and hairpieces authorized?
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YES. they must be of good appeareance and fit and shall not interfere with duties or be a FOD hazard.
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Are wigs authorized?
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YES. For cosmetic reasons and to cover natural baldness or physical disfigurement. This applies for reservist in training mode also.
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If a shaving waiver is given what guidelines are set?
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No facial hair shall be shaved, manicured, styled or outlined nor exceed 1/4 inch in length
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What are the guidelines for grooming mustaches?
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It shall not go beyond a horizontal line extending across the CORNERS of the mouth and no more than 1/4 inch beyond a vertical line drawn from the corner of the mouth.
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Lipstick shall be conservative and compliment the individual. TRUE or FALSE
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TRUE
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Long false eylashes are permitted.
TRUE or FALSE |
FALSE
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Can mens fingernails extend past the fingertips?
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NO
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Womens fingernails shall not exceed 1/4 inch from the fingertip. TRUE or FALSE
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TRUE
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Should NAIL POLISH be conservative and complement skin tone?
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YES
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Should men and women keep the finger nails clean?
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YES
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Are rings allowed to be worn on the thumb while in uniform?
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NO
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How many rings can be worn on the hands while in uniform?
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One ring PER hand and a wedding/engagement ring set.
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Are men allowed to wear earrings?
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NO. Not while in a duty status, uniform, aboard ship, military vehicle, and a military recreational event. Earrings may be prohibited in foriegn countries.
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What color earrings do officers and chiefs wear while in uniform?
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GOLD
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What color earrings do enlisted wear in uniform?
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SILVER
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What size earrings do women wear?
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4mm-6mm BALL (1/8-1/4 inch).
PLAIN with screw-on or with post. |
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How many earrings can women wear on each ear?
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1
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Is body piercing devices allowed to be worn while in Uniform?
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NO
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Is body piercing allowed while in civilian attire?
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Not while on or in any military form of transportation. Also not while participating in any military function and maybe prohibited in foreign countries.
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Can a member wear a necklace or choker in uniform?
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YES. 1 and it must NOT be visible
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Can a member wear a wristwatch/bracelet?
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YES. 1 of each. Ankle bracelets are not authorized while in uniform.
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Are Tattoos authorized within the military?
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As long as they are in good taste and dont bring discredit upon the NAVY!!!
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What are some prohibited areas of the body a Tattoo can't be?
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The Head, Face, Neck or Scalp.
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Can a Tattoo on a members torso be visible through a white Uniform?
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NO
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What size should a members Tattoo be?
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If exposed with the wearing of a short sleeved shirt it shall be no larger in size than the wearer's hand with fingers extended and joined with the thumb touching the base of the index finger.
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Can a member engage in mutilation of their body?
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NO!!
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Is the use of Gold, Platinum, or other veneers or caps for dental ornamentation authorized?
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NO
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Tattoos, body art, brands, mutilations, and dental ornamentatios may be waived if they existed before what date?
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24 Jan 2003
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Members with tattoos, body art, brands, mutilations, and dental ornamentatios that may not be removed by a military healthcare provider may be processed for involuntary separation by the C.O. TRUE or FALSE
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TRUE
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What side of the collar do Staff and Warrant officers wear the designation insignia decive?
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LEFT SIDE
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What size are the rating badges for a male CPO?
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3-1/4 inch wide
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What size are the rating badges for a female CPO?
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2-1/2 inch wide
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Decribe the MCPON rating badge.
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3 gold stars above the eagle and 1 gold star in the middle.
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What rating badge will the MCPON wear post tour?
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3 gold stars above the eagle and a gold SPEACIALTY mark in the middle unless assigned to a CMC billet and then a SILVER star is worn in the middle.
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Describe a Fleet/Force CMC rating badge.
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2 gold stars above the eagle and 1 gold star in the middle
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What rating badge will a Fleet/Force CMC wear post tour?
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2 gold stars above the eagle and a gold SPEACIALTY mark in the middle unless assigned to a CMC billet and then a SILVER star is worn in the middle.
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Decribe the CMC rating badge.
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2 SILVER stars above the eagle and a silver star in the middle.
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What post tour rating badge does a CMC wear?
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2 Silver stars above the eagle and a silver specialty mark in the middle.
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Do Senior Chiefs and Chiefs filling a CMC billet replace the specialty mark with a star?
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NO
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What side of the uniform are rating badges worn?
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LEFT
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What color are Construc`tionmen stripes?
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BLUE
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What color are Airmen Stripes?
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Emerald Green
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Can group rate marks be placed on utiities and coveralls?
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NO
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What uniforms do FIREMAN and FIREMAN APPRENTICES wear red stripes on?
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BLUE and WHITE
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Where is the striker mark located on a E-1's uniform?
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2" above the midway point between shoulder and elbow on the left sleeve of all uniforms except utilities.
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Where is the UIM worn?
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On the right sleeve
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What doe UIM stand for?
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UNIT IDENTIFICATION MARK
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Hw many UIM's are supposed to be issued when checking into a command?
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7
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How are UIM's procured?
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Through O&MN funds
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How many UIM's are transferred to the Historicle Center when a ship or unit is decommissioned or disestablished?
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10
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How many years must a member have of good conduct to wear gold?
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12 consecutive. The 12 may be active or drilling.
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Can a member have inactive reserves and broken service time of 12 years and wear the gold badge?
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NO. 12 consecutive!!!!
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If a member that wore gold at time of transfer to the fleet reserve and then comes back on active duty can the member wear gold?
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NO. It is broken service
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When does a member who went to court-martial or received NJP remove the gold from the uniform?
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On the date the conviction becomes final.
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How long can a member who's rate has merged wear the old rating badge?
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Until their next advancement or 24 months after the effective completion date of the merger, whichever comes first.
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When can the boatswain's pipe and lanyard be worn?
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While carrying out official ceremonial duties and military watches.
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What is the boatswain's lanyard made of ?
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Braided belfast cord in traditional style and sennit.
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When hanging free, the bottom of the pipe shall not fall below the top of the belt. TRUE or FALSE
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TRUE
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What color lanyard will be worn with dark/blue uniforms?
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WHITE
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What color lanyard will be worn with white uniforms?
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BLACK
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What kind of Garrison cap do officers of the the Blue Angels wear?
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Khaki "CNT" Style
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What uniform of would the OOD wear inport?
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The prescribed uniform of the day. The OOD carries BINOS at sea.
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