Uniforms

Question 1

What regulation covers Army uniforms?

Answer 1

AR 670-1

Question 2

Who has an individual responsibility for ensuring their appearance reflects the highest level of professionalism?

Answer 2

All Soldiers.

Question 3

Who has the responsibility for implementing and applying the standards contained in AR 670-1?

Answer 3

Leaders, at all levels.

Question 4

Are portions of AR 670-1 punitive?

Answer 4

Yes.

Question 5

What may happen if Soldiers violate AR 670-1?

Answer 5

Violations may result in adverse administrative action and/or charges under the provisions of the UCMJ.

Question 6

Can civilians wear the Army uniform?

Answer 6

No person except a member of the U.S. Army may wear the uniform.

Question 7

Who will approve designs for distinctive unit insignia (DUI), regimental distinctive insignia (RDI), shoulder sleeve insignia (SSI), flags, and badges?

Answer 7

Design approved by The Institute of Heraldry

Question 8

Who is exempt from policies in AR 670-1?

Answer 8

Only Those Units designated for ceremonial duties.

Question 9

Can Commanders or 1SG’s require individuals to purchase optional uniform items?

Answer 9

No.

Question 10

Why must Commanders conduct periodic inspections of Uniform Items?

Answer 10

1. To ensure Soldiers possess the minimum quantities of uniforms.
2. To ensure Soldiers wear only authorized insignia and awards.
3. To ensure Soldiers wear only uniform and heraldic items produced by certified manufacturers.

Question 11

Who must Maintain their clothing bag items and any supplemental clothing items they are issued?

Answer 11

All Enlisted Personnel.

Question 12

What is a vital ingredient of the Army’s strength and military effectiveness?

Answer 12

the pride and self discipline that American Soldiers bring to their Service.

Question 13

Who is to ensure that military personnel under their command present a neat and soldierly appearance?

Answer 13

Commanders and NCOs.

Question 14

What chapter of AR 670-1 sets the Standards for appearance and grooming standards?

Answer 14

Chapter 3.

Question 15

What is the purpose of hair grooming standards?

Answer 15

It is necessary to maintain uniformity within a military population.

Question 16

Who determines if a hairstyle is considered appropriate?

Answer 16

Army Leaders.

Question 17

Who will comply with hair, fingernail, and grooming policies while in any military uniform, or in civilian clothes on duty?

Answer 17

All Soldiers.

Question 18

Para 3-2 How can Leaders judge the appropriateness of a particular hairstyle?

Answer 18

by the appearance of headgear when worn.

Question 19

Concerning headgear and protective mask or other protective equipment, What will make a hairstyle prohibited?

Answer 19

Hairstyles that do not allow Soldiers to wear the headgear properly, or that interfere with the proper wear of the protective mask or other protective equipment, are prohibited.

Question 20

How should the headgear fit?

Answer 20

Headgear will fit snugly and comfortably, without bulging or distortion from the intended shape of the headgear and without excessive gaps between the headgear and the head.

Question 21

If Soldiers use dyes, tints, or bleaches what color must they use?

Answer 21

a natural hair color.

Question 22

What hair colors are prohibited?

Answer 22

Colors that detract from a professional military appearance.

Question 23

How must the hair be on the top of the head for males?

Answer 23

The hair on top of the head must be neatly groomed.

Question 24

For males, what appearance must the hair present?

Answer 24

A Tapered Appearance.

Question 25

How far down are sideburns authorized?

Answer 25

Sideburns will not extend below the bottom of the opening of the ear.

Question 26

What is the maximum authorized length of Sideburns?

Answer 26

the sideburn will not exceed 1/8 inch when fully extended.

Question 27

What are the three basic categories of female hairstyles?

Answer 27

1. Short Length. 2. Medium Length. 3. Long Length.

Question 28

What is short length hair?

Answer 28

length that extends no more than 1 inch from the scalp, (excluding bangs).

Question 29

What is long length hair?

Answer 29

hair length that extends beyond the lower edge of the collar.

Question 30

During PT is long length hair authorized to be in a pony tail?

Answer 30

Yes.

Question 31

How must males keep fingernails trimmed?

Answer 31

Males will keep nails trimmed so as not to extend beyond the fingertip unless medically required and are not authorized to wear nail polish.

Question 32

What are considered Class C uniforms?

Answer 32

combat, utility, hospital duty, food service, physical fitness, field, or organizational.

Question 33

Are males authorized to wear earrings off duty?

Answer 33

Yes, as long as the earrings do not create or support ear gauging.

Question 34

What are some examples of activities that Soldiers should not walk while engaged in?

Answer 34

walking while eating, using electronic devices, or smoking cigarettes, cigars, or pipes.

Question 35

Are Soldiers authorized to wear wireless or non-wireless devices/earpieces while wearing Army uniforms?

Answer 35

Yes, in uniform while performing individual physical training in indoor gyms or fitness centers.

Question 36

How are Soldiers authorized to carry shoulder bags?

Answer 36

Soldiers may carry authorized bags by hand, on one shoulder using a shoulder strap, or over both shoulders using both shoulder straps.

Question 37

In what situation is wearing Army uniforms prohibited?

Answer 37

(1) In connection with the furtherance of any political or commercial interests, or when engaged in off-duty civilian employment. (2) When participating in public speeches, interviews, picket lines, marches, rallies, or public demonstrations, except as authorized by the first O–5 in the chain of command. (3) When attending any meeting or event that is a function of, or is sponsored by, an extremist organization. (4) When wearing the uniform would bring discredit upon the Army, as determined by the Commander. (5) When specifically prohibited by Army regulations.

Question 38

In what situations are soldiers not required to wear headgear with the uniform?

Answer 38

(1) if it would interfere with the safe operation of military vehicles. (2) Soldiers will not wear headgear indoors, unless under arms in an official capacity., (3) Male and female Soldiers are not required to wear headgear to evening social events (after retreat) when wearing the Army service and dress uniforms or the mess and evening mess uniforms.

Question 39

What does each service stripe represent on the uniform represent?

Answer 39

3 years of honorable service.

Question 40

What does each overseas service bar represent on the uniform?

Answer 40

6 months of service in a Combat Zone.

Question 41

What does the “V” device represent on an award?

Answer 41

it denotes an award authorized for acts of heroism involving conflict with an armed enemy.

Question 42

What do numerals represent?

Answer 42

a second and succeeding awards.

Question 43

What do service stars represent?

Answer 43

an additional award or service in a named campaign.

Question 44

What does and arrowhead represent?

Answer 44

denotes participation in a combat parachute jump, combat glider landing, or an amphibious assault landing.

Question 45

What are the different types of badges for wear on the uniform?

Answer 45

1. Marksmanship. 2. Combat and Special Skill badges. 3. Identification badges. 4. Foreign badges.