73.5

Question 1

There are four types of uniforms authorized for wear by uniformed employees of the California Highway Patrol (CHP). These uniforms are:

Answer 1

Formal Uniform.
Utility Uniform.
Cold Weather Uniform.
Work UniformHPM 73.5 1-3

Question 2

The dickey _______ be worn under the short-sleeve shirt without a jacket.

Answer 2

may HPM 73.5 1-5

Question 3

If an undergarment is worn and visible with the tan work uniform, it shall be _____ in color, irrespective of the color of the ballistic vest carrier worn. The collar of the _____ undergarment shall not be frayed, ragged, stretched to excess, discolored, or stained.

Answer 3

white / white (HPM 73.5, 1-5)

Question 4

True/False. When a jacket is worn with the utility uniform, either the mock turtleneck or dickey is required.

Answer 4

True HPM 73.5 1-7

Question 5

When performing patrol duties, uniformed employees operating a patrol car shall keep the campaign hat (felt or straw) _____________________________.

Answer 5

readily available within the vehicle. (HPM 73.5 1-9)

Question 6

Special pins authorized for short-term wear, such as the Peace Officers’ Memorial pin, are to be worn only during a specified time period and in the manner designated by the ______.

Answer 6

Commissioner HPM 73.5 1-11

Question 7

Left pocket flap is reserved solely for what accoutrements?

Answer 7

Medal of Valor, Officer of the Year, US Flag, Military Flag Pin, or other special pin (ex: Peace Officer’s Memorial), or as determined by the Commissioner. HPM 73.5 1-10,11

Question 8

Right Pocket. No more than _______ departmentally authorized pins are allowed to be worn on the right uniform pocket, or green jacket, at any time.

Answer 8

Three. HPM 73.5 1-11
If multiple pins are worn, the smallest pin is to be worn in the middle above the button.

Question 9

Moderate “natural” and other hair styles are permitted if conforming with the hair standards described above; however, the maximum extension from the scalp shall not exceed _______.

Answer 9

two inches. (HPM 73.5 3-3)

Question 10

What are the requirements for wearing sideburns?

Answer 10

Sideburns will not extend below the bottom of the ear and will end with a clean- shaven horizontal line. The maximum width at the bottom of the sideburns shall not exceed 1-1/2 inches. HPM 73.5 3-3

Question 11

What are the requirements of a mustache?

Answer 11

Mustaches shall not extend more than 1/2 inch beyond the corners of the mouth nor below the vermillion border of the upper lip, or more than 1/4 inch below the corner of the mouth. Waxed ends or points are prohibited. HPM 73.5 3-4

Question 12

What jewelry may be worn in uniform, or while on duty in civilian attire by male uniformed employees?

Answer 12

Medical or identification bracelets; A total of two conservative rings
(HPM 73.5 3-4)

Question 13

The following jewelry may be worn by female uniformed employees:

Answer 13

(a) In Uniform.
1) Medical or identification bracelets.
2) A total of two conservative rings (a wedding and engagement ring set is
considered one ring). (HPM 73.5 3-5)
(b) In Civilian Attire.
1) Earrings: one in each earlobe, stud-type only, solid color, not over 4.0mm in
diameter. (HPM 73.5 3-6)

Question 14

Soft body armor shall be worn by?

Answer 14

(1) All personnel assigned to field enforcement duties.
(2) All personnel who operate a marked patrol vehicle in uniform.
(3) All personnel participating in “live-fire” weapons training. (HPM 73.5, 4-3)

Question 15

Soft body armor shall be replaced within _________ from the date of manufacture.

Answer 15

5 years (HPM 73.5, 4-4)

Question 16

Solid-colored socks, without design, in either_______, _______, or_____, shall be worn any time the socks
are visible.

Answer 16

royal blue / navy blue / black (HPM 73.5, 5-8)

Question 17

As dictated by sound professional judgment, the High-Visibility Reflective Safety Vest (HRSV) shall be worn as soon as practical by uniformed employees under the following circumstances:

Answer 17

While actively engaged in traffic control duties at the scene of a stabilized highway closure or obstructed roadway.
While actively engaged in the investigation of a crime, collision, or other high-profile incident (after scene stabilization) close enough to the right-of-way of an active traffic lane so as to constitute a hazard.
When outside of a patrol vehicle while engaged in traffic control duties at Construction Zone Enhanced Enforcement Program or Maintenance Zone Enhanced Enforcement Program details, or sobriety checkpoints.
As directed by the on-scene commander during the activation of the Incident Command System, when officer safety and/or identification would be enhanced by the wearing of the HRSV by specified personnel. (HPM 73.5 5-19)

Question 18

In accordance with Federal Highway Administration Title 23, Part 634, of the Code of Federal Regulations, when performing patrol duties, all uniformed employees _____ maintain a serviceable Department-issued High-visibility Reflective Safety Vest (HRSV) readily available within their patrol vehicle.

Answer 18

shall (HPM 73.5, 5-19)

Question 19

The knit cap (beanie) may be worn only in designated cold weather Areas and only with the _____ _____ uniform.

Answer 19

cold weather (HPM 73.5 6-4)

Question 20

Wearing sunglasses or eyeglasses on top of the head is _________.

Answer 20

prohibited (HPM 73.5, 6-12)

Question 21

A Uniform and Equipment Inspection shall be conducted _________ at every Area command to include commercial vehicle inspection facilities and headquarters commands. The ___________ shall specify which type of uniform is to be inspected (formal, work, or utility uniform).

Answer 21

annually / Division chief HPM 73.5 10-3

Question 22

What is the job of the sergeant in charge during the inspection?

Answer 22

shall accompany the inspecting officer and the Area commander prepared to take appropriate notes. HPM 73.5 10-8