PG 204-04 OPTIONAL UNIFORM ITEMS Flashcards
BLOUSE
Navy blue, lightweight, tropical worsted conforming to design of regulation summer blouse. Authorized for ranking officers.
SUMMER CAP
Navy blue, tropical worsted, with lightweight perforated frame, for all uniformed members of the service ONLY during summer months.
EAR MUFFS
Black, headband type.
NAMEPLATE HOLDER
Black leather designed to affix shield and nameplate.
SHIRT, SHORT SLEEVE
Navy blue, affixed with a label located on the inside of the shirt between the fourth (4th) and fifth (5th) buttons that states “Approved N.Y.C.P.D. Certification #.” May be worn by uniformed members below the rank of sergeant in place of regulation long sleeve uniform shirt when authorized. Tie may not be worn with this shirt and undershirt MUST NOT be exposed at collar or sleeves.
GOLF TYPE SHIRT
Navy blue pullover, placket front shirt constructed of one hundred percent (100%) cotton knit cloth; shield patch affixed to the left side of chest; name/shield number patch affixed to the right side of chest; letters “NYPD” printed across the back and PD patches on both sleeves. Authorized for wear by members of the service assigned to the Harbor Unit or to precinct bicycle patrol duty and other members as authorized by the Police Commissioner, as part of the summer uniform. A name/shield patch will be sewn on the right side of each shirt purchased and will be ordered through the Equipment Section.
NOTE: The golf shirt will be used as an outer garment when a short sleeve shirt is authorized and is not to be worn with the duty jacket.
TROUSERS, SUMMER
Navy blue, lightweight, tropical worsted - may be worn by ALL uniformed members of the service.
TROUSERS, WINTER
Navy blue whipcord - may be worn by ALL uniformed members of the service.
[IO 47(03)] NYPD PATROL TACTICAL PANTS
NYPD Patrol Tactical Pants may be worn by ALL ranks of uniformed members of the service on patrol, during court appearances and details, and by members permanently or temporarily assigned to headquarters security.
NOTE: NYPD Patrol Tactical Pants are not authorized for members of the service performing any assignment other than patrol, i.e. recruit level training, administrative duties (desk, T/S or borough commands) or members assigned to Police Headquarters. Members of the service will also comply with instructions contained in detail notifications regarding the required uniform of the day.
TURTLE NECK SHIRT
Navy blue pullover turtle neck shirt constructed of plaited rib knit cloth; N.Y.P.D. emblem embroidered on the left side of chest; letters “N.Y.P.D.” embroidered on the collar.
[IO 7(03)] NOTE: The turtle neck shirt shall not be used as an outer garment but may be worn under the duty jacket. It may be worn by members of all ranks when performing duty in uniform. Not to be worn when representing the Department at any function or when attending administrative meetings. If during the course of a tour a member of the service removes the duty jacket, whether due to a change of assignment or other reasons, the regulation shirt and tie shall be worn.
WINTER HAT
Black soft vinyl with black mouton trimming for use by ALL uniformed members of the service. To be worn only when temperature is expected to fall below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.
[IO 29(06)] QUILTED VEST CARRIER
Navy blue quilted bullet resistant vest panel carrier may be worn by ALL ranks of uniformed members of the service. It may not be worn as an outermost garment and may only be worn from November 1 to May 1.
NOTE: The quilted vest carrier is only authorized for the following Second Chance Monarch Summit bullet resistant vest panel models: MON-IIIA 107121, MON-IIIA FEM 208010, MON-IIIA++ 305020 and MON-IIIA++ FEM 301240 and can ONLY be purchased from the Equipment Section.
[IO 7(03)] COLD WEATHER HOOD
Black, made of a thin fabric such as Polar-Tec, silk, micro fiber or fleece, which fits close to the head, fully exposing the face and presents a trim appearance, without bulk, when the uniform hat is worn over it. This hood (known as a “balaclava”) is authorized for members of all ranks performing patrol duties outdoors. To be worn only when temperature falls below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
NOTE: Hoods made of bulky yarns or double knits and those styles which cover any part of the nose, cheeks or mouth are prohibited. The authorized hood must be worn along with the uniform hat and will never be the outermost head covering. It will never be worn while riding in a Department vehicle.
EYEGLASS SAFETY STRAPS
Uniformed members of the service who wear glasses and are assigned to enforcement duty are strongly urged to utilize black eyeglass safety straps.
TRANSIT OFFICER SAFETY VEST
[IO 2(10)] Fluorescent orange with reflective silver trim with the word
“POLICE” on the front and back, manufactured with a break away safety feature. To be worn by uniformed members of the service performing duties in areas that are deemed to be hazardous or that may require them to enter roadbeds or track areas within the New York City Transit System.
BLACK BOOTS
Plain black smooth leather with plain or lugged soles and raised heel. Grommets and laces will be black, and no buckles or hooks will be visible below the pants leg. May be worn by all uniformed members of the service on patrol.
[IO 41(08)] NYLON WINDBREAKER JACKETS
Navy blue 100% nylon, sport collar style jacket with front snap closures. The front and back of the jacket must each be divided into two parts by one (1) inch reflective tape. The jacket will have three (3) inch high reflective letters “POLICE” affixed on the front, 1/4 inch below the reflective tape. On the rear of the jacket, the letters “NYPD” shall be 3 1/2 inches tall and the letters “POLICE” (affixed 1/2 inch below “NYPD”), shall be two (2) inches high, both made of a reflective material, one (1) inch above the reflective tape. A two (2) inch reflective tape shall be set on the center of both sleeves. The Department logo (patch) will be affixed to each sleeve, one (1) inch below the shoulder seam, on top of the reflective tape.
NOTE: Commanding officers wishing to obtain permission for their members to be allowed to wear approved nylon jackets will prepare a Typed Letterhead, addressed to bureau chief/counterpart, through channels, stating reasons for requiring jackets.
BASEBALL CAP
Navy blue with white letters “NYPD” embroidered on front, worn by on-duty uniformed members of the service performing duty in civilian clothes.
V-NECK SWEATER
Navy blue, acrylic or wool, waist length, vertical ribbed weave knit sweater with navy blue poly/cotton twill or cordura patch material over elbows, left breast and epaulets. Gold buttons on pointed epaulets. The Department logo (patch) will be affixed to each sleeve.
NOTE: The V-neck sweater may be worn as an outer garment with the regulation tie and uniform shirt with command insignia or insignia of rank on collar of the shirt, as appropriate. Sergeants will wear chevrons on sweater sleeves. Members in the rank of lieutenant or above will also display insignia of rank on epaulets. Metal insignia may be worn on epaulets. Alternatively, epaulets with cloth rank insignia may be worn and will be made available at the Equipment Section. The sweater must be tucked inside the trousers. This sweater is approved for all ranks.
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OPTIONAL UNIFORM ITEMS MAY BE WORN AT THE DISCRETION OF UNIFORMED MEMBERS OF THE SERVICE, WHEN AUTHORIZED BY THE BUREAU CHIEF CONCERNED.
AMMO POUCHES
Twin pocket cartridge case with twelve (12) cartridges only for members armed
with revolver as a service weapon.
