When can cell phones be worn in uniform?

When can cell phones be worn in uniform?

• A. Clipped to waistband behind seam of shirt or in a pocket if it doesn't detract from uniform
• B. In plain view on the belt
• C. Taped to the helmet
• D. Only during off duty hours

Answer: (A)

Maintaining a neat, professional uniform while allowing a personal device in a discreet, secure position is the idea being tested. The best approach is to clip the cell phone to the waistband behind the seam of the shirt or put it in a pocket if it doesn’t detract from the uniform. This keeps the device out of sight and secure, so it won’t snag on gear or draw attention, and it preserves the clean lines and professional look of the uniform. It also allows ready access when appropriate without becoming a visible distraction. Wearing it plainly on the belt would break the appearance standards by making the device obvious. Tape on the helmet is unsafe and not allowed. Limiting use to off-duty hours is too restrictive for times when a phone might be needed during duty.

Maintaining a neat, professional uniform while allowing a personal device in a discreet, secure position is the idea being tested. The best approach is to clip the cell phone to the waistband behind the seam of the shirt or put it in a pocket if it doesn’t detract from the uniform. This keeps the device out of sight and secure, so it won’t snag on gear or draw attention, and it preserves the clean lines and professional look of the uniform. It also allows ready access when appropriate without becoming a visible distraction.

Wearing it plainly on the belt would break the appearance standards by making the device obvious. Tape on the helmet is unsafe and not allowed. Limiting use to off-duty hours is too restrictive for times when a phone might be needed during duty.