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1
Q

What regulation covers Army uniforms?

A

AR 670-1

2
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Who has an individual responsibility for ensuring their appearance reflects the highest level of professionalism?

A

All Soldiers.

3
Q

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

A

Leaders, at all levels.

4
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Are portions of AR 670-1 punitive?

A

Yes.

5
Q

What may happen if Soldiers violate AR 670-1?

A

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

6
Q

Can civilians wear the Army uniform?

A

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

7
Q

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

A

Design approved by The Institute of Heraldry

8
Q

Who is exempt from policies in AR 670-1?

A

Only Those Units designated for ceremonial duties.

9
Q

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

A

No.

10
Q

Why must Commanders conduct periodic inspections of Uniform Items?

A
  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.
11
Q

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

A

All Enlisted Personnel.

12
Q

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

A

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

13
Q

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

A

Commanders and NCOs.

14
Q

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

A

Chapter 3.

15
Q

What is the purpose of hair grooming standards?

A

It is necessary to maintain uniformity within a military population.

16
Q

Who determines if a hairstyle is considered appropriate?

A

Army Leaders.

17
Q

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

A

All Soldiers.

18
Q

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

A

by the appearance of headgear when worn.

19
Q

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

A

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.

20
Q

How should the headgear fit?

A

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.

21
Q

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

A

a natural hair color.

22
Q

What hair colors are prohibited?

A

Colors that detract from a professional military appearance.

23
Q

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

A

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

24
Q

For males, what appearance must the hair present?

A

A Tapered Appearance.

25
Q

How far down are sideburns authorized?

A

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

26
Q

What is the maximum authorized length of Sideburns?

A

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

27
Q

What are the three basic categories of female hairstyles?

A
  1. Short Length.
  2. Medium Length.
  3. Long Length.
28
Q

What is short length hair?

A

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

29
Q

What is long length hair?

A

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

30
Q

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

A

Yes.

31
Q

How must males keep fingernails trimmed?

A

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

32
Q

What are considered Class C uniforms?

A

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

33
Q

Are males authorized to wear earrings off duty?

A

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

34
Q

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

A

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

35
Q

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

A

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

36
Q

How are Soldiers authorized to carry shoulder bags?

A

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

37
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In what situation is wearing Army uniforms prohibited?

A

(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.

38
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In what situations are soldiers not required to wear headgear with the uniform?

A

(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.

39
Q

What does each service stripe represent on the uniform represent?

A

3 years of honorable service.

40
Q

What does each overseas service bar represent on the uniform?

A

6 months of service in a Combat Zone.

41
Q

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

A

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

42
Q

What do numerals represent?

A

a second and succeeding awards.

43
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What do service stars represent?

A

an additional award or service in a named campaign.

44
Q

What does and arrowhead represent?

A

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

45
Q

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

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