UNIFORM REGULATIONS CHAPTER 1, SECTION 5- UNIFORM STANDARDS

1. UNIFORM REGULATIONSCHAPTER 1, SECTION 5- UNIFORM STANDARDS PS1(SW/AW) FILES 703-699-3669

2. STANDARD PHRASEOLOGY • Basic Uniform Components. Items required as part of the basic uniform; minimum items that must be worn unless the prescribing authority directs otherwise. • Prescribable Items. Items which may be directed or authorized for wear with the basic uniform. They may be worn with basic uniform at the individual's discretion unless otherwise directed. • Optional Items. Purchased at the wearer's expense, may be worn with the basic uniform, but are not prescribable. Optional items may be worn with the basic uniform at the individual's discretion unless otherwise directed. 

3. STANDARD PHRASEOLOGY- CONT. • Conspicuous. Obvious to the eye, attracting attention, striking, bright in color. Should blend with (not stand out from) a professional appearance in uniform. What is conspicuous on one person may not be noticeable on another. If attention is naturally drawn to or distracted from the professional appearance, it is conspicuous. • Conservative. Not conspicuous or detracting from the professional appearance while in uniform. • Faddish. A style followed for a short period of time with exaggerated zeal. Styles are enduring, fads are generally short in duration and frequently started by an individual or event in the civilian community. Fads are generally conspicuous and detract from a professional appearance. • EXAMPLE: SILLY BANDS

4. STANDARD PHRASEOLOGY- CONT. • Compliments Skin Tone. A conservative color which contributes to the wearer's natural skin tone. Conservative colors are generally inconspicuous and do not detract from a professional appearance in uniform. • Phase-Out. Discontinue wear.

5. REGULATION CLOTHING AND INSIGNIA • Uniform components acquired from other than Navy approved sources must conform to all military specifications regarding fabric, style and appearance. • Purchaser is responsible for ensuring that each garment meets approved specifications. • Commander, Naval Systems Supply Command ensures that all specifications prescribed for naval personnel are prepared/maintained for approval of the Chief of Naval Operations. • Standard regulation samples of uniforms and insignias, approved by the CNO are maintained at the U.S. Navy Clothing and Textile Research Facility.

6. Uniform Review and Development • CNO charges the Navy Uniform Board to continually review Navy uniform matters and use the following factors to evaluate suitability of current uniforms and those proposed for replacement: • Versatility, Safety, Ease of Maintenance, Storage, Cost, Durability, Tradition, Recognition, Military Appearance, Compatibility, Contemporary Appearance and Comfort. (This is where the wear tests come in and the surveys conducted on the NPC website.)

7. QUESTIONS/ANSWERS • Defined as required as part of basic uniform and minimum items that must be worn unless the prescribing authority directs otherwise.

8. QUESTIONS/ANSWERS CONT. BASIC UNIFORM COMPONENTS

9. QUESTIONS/ANSWERS CONT. PURCHASED AT WEARER’S EXPENSE BUT NOT PRESCRIBABLE.

10. QUESTIONS/ANSWERS CONT. OPTIONAL ITEMS

11. QUESTIONS/ANSWERS CONT. Not conspicuous or detracting from the professional appearance while in uniform.

12. QUESTIONS/ANSWERS CONT. CONSERVATIVE

13. QUESTIONS/ANSWERS CONT. Standard regulation samples of uniforms and insignias, approved by the CNO are maintained at:

14. QUESTIONS/ANSWERS CONT. U. S. Navy Clothing and Textile Research Facility

15. QUESTIONS/ANSWERS CONT. The __________________ charges the Navy Uniform Board to continually review Navy uniform matters.

16. QUESTIONS/ANSWERS CONT. CNO