BCoFD Uniform Policy (PERSONNEL-01)

Comprehensive practice flashcards covering Baltimore County Fire Department uniform classes, grooming standards, and personnel procedures.

How many classes of uniforms are designated by the Baltimore County Fire Department (BCoFD) Personnel-01 S.O.P.?

Three (3) classes.

When are members typically fitted for their Class A (Dress) uniform?

At the time of graduation from recruit school.

What are the specific cleaning requirements for the Class A blouse coat and dress pants?

They shall be dry-cleaned only.

On what specific occasions must all sworn members wear the Class A uniform in its entirety?

Special details and public functions such as funerals, awards ceremonies, and Fire Department religious services.

What unique hat identifier is issued to members of the Honor Guard?

Gold roping on the Class A hat.

What specific identification device must be attached to the blouse coat of a Retired Class A uniform?

A retirement patch supplied by the Fire Department.

Under what condition may a baseball hat be worn as part of the Class B uniform?

Only when operating fire department apparatus, and it must be removed prior to exiting the apparatus.

On which specific dates is the Class B uniform mandatory for all sworn members to honor the legacy of the Fallen?

September 11th and the day of the Annual BCoFD Memorial Service in September.

What is the expected shirt for the Class C uniform between the hours of $0700$ and $1700$?

Golf Shirt.

What is the expected shirt for the Class C uniform between the hours of $1700$ and $0700$?

T-shirt.

Where are black tennis "Style" shoes permitted to be worn?

Inside the firehouse living quarters and dorm areas, or in any area when performing physical fitness training.

What is the maximum allowable height for black socks when wearing shorts in the Class C uniform?

No higher than $2\,inches$ over the top of the issued/approved safety shoe.

What standard must alternative safety shoes meet if a member is unable to wear department-issued footwear?

ASTM F-2413 standards.

What is the positioning for the name plate on the Class A blouse coat?

On the right breast, with the top edge $2\,inches$ below the large lapel point, centered between the lapel and shoulder seam.

How must commendation awards be positioned on the Class A uniform?

On the right breast, centered one-quarter ($1/4$) inch above the name plate.

What are the restrictions regarding fingernail length for field members?

Natural nails shall not extend beyond $1/4\,inch$ of the tip of the finger.

What is the policy regarding the length and termination of sideburns?

They shall not extend below the tragus (middle of ear) and must end with a clean-shaven horizontal line.

How many rings are permitted to be worn while on duty?

No more than two (2) rings (wedding and engagement rings are considered one ring).

Within how many business days must items be returned to Logistics following retirement or separation?

$7$ business days.

What is required if a Fire Department badge is lost or stolen?

A police report is required in addition to all internal documentation.

What are the dimensions limits for belt buckles worn with the BCoFD uniform?

No belt buckle shall exceed $1\,3/4 \times 3\,inches$.

What is the rule for mustache trimming regarding the SCBA facepiece?

Mustaches shall not come in contact with any portion of the sealing surface of the SCBA facepiece (approximately $1/2\,inch$ from the chin line).