5. While in uniform, members shall
* at all times be clean and tidy in appearance
* at all times wear their approved headdress in the prescribed method (refer to Appendix F), except when in a Service building, when driving or riding in a Service vehicle or in circumstance when courtesy dictates
Members may exercise discretion on the type of approved headdress they decide to wear, as approved for weather conditions of the day.
* at all times Sikh members wear their approved head dress in the prescribed method (refer to Appendix F), except when in a Service building may wear their Dastar (turban) without the band or badge, unless otherwise directed
* at all times wear their issued name badges in compliance with Appendix H
* only wear hose and/or scarves of plain black or plain navy blue
* only wear plain black gloves except for traffic duties, parades or designated functions
* not wear other than authorized apparel exposed to view
* not carry parcels, umbrellas or other articles except as required in the performance of duty
* not conceal from view or remove their issued numerals from its prescribed location on their headdress or epaulette sleeves, from the prescribed outerwear or shirt
* not wear any substitute article of uniform or equipment except as authorized by the Chief of Police
* not wear jewellery other than a wristwatch, rings, Medic–Alert bracelet, health-benefit type items, or a maximum of two plain stud type gold or silver earrings, one stud per ear lobe. No other visible body piercing shall be allowed
Members may wear a necklace with a religious pendant provided it is not clearly visible or noticeable.
* not wear excessive facial or other make–up
* when required to wear prescription glasses, only wear glasses of a conservative design and colour
Members may, when necessary, wear sunglasses provided they are of a conservative design and colour. Mirror–type lenses shall not be worn while in uniform.
* not display any tattoo or body art that is likely to bring discredit upon the reputation of the Service including tattoos that
- depict nudity or violence
- use profane words or phrases
- may be perceived as gang related
- may contravene any section of the Ontario Human Rights Code