June 3, 2025 • 24 mins
Today's episode is a little different. We are going to focus on teaching females the male grooming standards. As an NCO or future NCO, it's imperative that you know the grooming standards outlined in AR 670-1.
Most people have a good grasp of the grooming standards that apply to them, but in order to instill good order and discipline and morale, you need to know the grooming standards of others as well.
Falsely accusing a soldier of not maintaining the standards degrades moral and trust, two crucial elements of the warfighting function. On the flipside, failing to uphold the standards can lead to protective equipment not functioning correctly, a loss of professional image and presence, and hard feelings from other soldiers.
As a junior enlisted soldier, you can get away with saying that it doesn't apply to you. As an NCO, that is no longer excusable. It does apply to you, because it is up to you to enforce it.
So dive in and listen to be not only a better soldier, but a better leader.
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(00:00):
Welcome to the Board Questions podcast where you can study for
the Soldier of the Month or Promotion board while commuting,
chilling, or doing chores. Today's episode is a little
different. We are going to focus on
teaching females the male grooming standards.
As an NCO or future NCO, it's imperative that you know the
(00:20):
grooming standards outlined in AR 670 to 1.
Most people have a good grasp ofthe grooming standards that
apply to them, but in order to instill good order and
discipline and morale, you need to know the grooming standards
of others as well. Falsely accusing a soldier of
not maintaining the standards degrades moral and trust, 2
(00:40):
crucial elements of the war fighting function.
On the flip side, failing to uphold the standards can lead to
protective equipment not functioning correctly, a loss of
professional image and presence,and hard feelings from other
soldiers. As a junior enlisted soldier,
you can get away with saying that it doesn't apply to you.
As an NCO, that is no longer excusable.
(01:04):
It does apply to you because it is up to you to enforce it.
So let's learn it. Question one.
How can leaders judge the appropriateness of a particular
hairstyle by the appearance of headgear when worn?
Question 2. Concerning headgear and
protective mask or other protective equipment, what will
(01:27):
make a hairstyle prohibited? 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.
Question Three. If soldiers use dyes, tints, or
bleaches, what color must they use?
(01:48):
A natural hair color? Question 4.
What hair colors are prohibited Colors that detract from a
professional military appearance?
Question five. Who may cut a part into the
hair? Only soldiers who have a texture
of hair that does not part naturally.
(02:09):
Question 6. If a soldier is authorized to
cut a part into their hair, how should the part be cut?
The part will be one straight line, not slanted or curved, and
will fall in the area where the soldier would normally part the
hair. Question 7.
For males, what appearance must the hair present?
(02:31):
A tapered appearance. Question 8.
What is a tapered appearance? A tapered appearance is 1 where
the outline of the soldiers hairconforms to the shape of the
head, curving inward to the natural termination point at the
base of the neck. Question 9.
When the hair is combed, what will it not do?
(02:53):
It will not fall over the ears or eyebrows or touch the collar,
except for the closely cut hair at the back of the neck.
It's important to notice that itsays fall over the air.
Touching the back of the ear is fine.
Many people get that wrong. In other words, it can be behind
the ear, but if the commander can grab acom and comb it in
(03:13):
such a way that it goes over theear at any point, the male is
out of regs. Question 10 Is the block cut
fullness in the back authorized?It is permitted to a moderate
degree as long as the tapered look is maintained.
Question 11. Are haircuts with a single
(03:33):
untapered patch of hair on the top of the head authorized?
No, they are considered eccentric and are not
authorized. Question 12.
What are some examples of unauthorized male haircuts?
Braids, cornrows, twists, dreadlocks, or locks?
(03:54):
Question 13. What are sideburns?
Sideburns are hair grown in front of the ear and below the
point where the top portion of the ear attaches to the head.
Question 14 How far down are sideburns Authorized?
Sideburns will not extend below the bottom of the opening of the
(04:15):
year. Question 15 What is the maximum
authorized length of sideburns? The sideburn will not exceed 1/8
inch when fully extended. Question 16.
When are males required to keep their face clean shaven when in
uniform or in civilian clothes on duty?
(04:38):
Question 17. Are males allowed to shave when
off duty or on leave? Yes, they only need to be clean
shaven when in uniform or in civilian clothes on duty.
Question 18. How must mustaches be kept?
Neatly trimmed, tapered and tidy.
(04:59):
They cannot present a chopped off or bushy appearance.
Question 19 What is the authorized size of the
moustache? Moustaches will not present a
chopped off or bushy appearance,and no portion of the moustache
will cover the upper lip line extend sideways beyond a
vertical line drawn upward from the corners of the mouth.
(05:21):
Question 20. Who is authorized?
Beard growth personnel who are either one have an authorized
and current medical profile or two those with a religious
profile. Question 21.
How long can a bread be with a medical profile no longer than
(05:41):
1/4 inch. Question 22.
How long can a bread be with a religious profile?
No longer than two inches when measured from the bottom of the
chin. Beard hair longer than two
inches must be rolled and or tied to achieve the required
length. Question 23.
(06:03):
Are soldiers that have medical profiles allowing beards
authorized to shape the hair growth?
No Question 24. Can males wear wigs or hair
pieces while in uniform or in civilian clothes on duty?
No, except to cover natural baldness or physical
disfiguration caused by accidentor medical procedure.
(06:27):
Question 25. How must males keep fingernails
trimmed? Males will keep nails trimmed so
as not to extend beyond the fingertip unless medically
required and are not authorized to wear nail Polish.
That's it for the questions. If you feel confident in your
understanding of the material, feel free to move on to the next
(06:48):
episode. If you would like to solidify
your understanding, we will repeat the questions and answers
rapid fire until you feel like you have it solid.
How can leaders judge the appropriateness of a particular
hairstyle by the appearance of headgear when worn?
Concerning headgear and protective mask or other
protective equipment, what will make a hairstyle prohibited?
(07:10):
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. If soldiers use dyes, tints, or
bleaches, what color must they use A natural hair color?
What hair colors are prohibited?Colors that detract from a
(07:31):
professional military appearance.
Who may cut a part into the hair?
Only soldiers who have a textureof hair that does not part
naturally. If a soldier is authorized to
cut a part into their hair, how should the part be cut?
The part will be one straight line, not slanted or curved, and
will fall in the area where the soldier would normally part the
(07:52):
hair. For males, what appearance must
the hair present? A tapered appearance What is a
tapered appearance? A tapered appearance is 1 where
the outline of the soldiers hairconforms to the shape of the
head, curving inward to the natural termination point at the
base of the neck. When the hair is combed, what
will it not do? It will not fall over the ears
(08:14):
or eyebrows or touch the collar,except for the closely cut hair
at the back of the neck. It's important to notice that it
says fall over the air. Touching the back of the ear is
fine. Many people get that wrong.
In other words, it can be behindthe ear, but if the commander
can grab acom and comb it in such as way that it goes over
(08:34):
the ear at any point, the male is out of regs.
Is the block cut fullness in theback authorized?
It is permitted to a moderate degree as long as the tapered
look is maintained. Are haircuts with a single
untappered patch of hair on the top of the head authorized?
No, they are considered eccentric and are not
authorized. What are some examples of
(08:57):
unauthorized male haircuts, braids, cornrows, twists,
dreadlocks, or locks. What are sideburns?
Sideburns are hair grown in front of the ear and below the
point where the top portion of the ear attaches to the head.
How far down are sideburns authorized?
Sideburns will not extend below the bottom of the opening of the
(09:20):
ear. What is the maximum authorized
length of sideburns? The sideburn will not exceed 1/8
inch when fully extended. When are males required to keep
their face clean shaven when in uniform or in civilian clothes
on duty? Are males allowed to shave when
off duty or on leave? Yes, they only need to be clean
(09:43):
shaven when in uniform or in civilian clothes on duty.
How must moustaches be kept? Neatly trimmed, tapered, and
tidy, they cannot present a chopped off or bushy appearance.
What is the authorized size of the mustache?
Mustaches will not present a chopped off or bushy appearance,
and no portion of the mustache will cover the upper lip line
(10:05):
extend sideways beyond a vertical line drawn upward from
the corners of the mouth. Who is authorized beard growth
Personnel who are either one have an authorized and current
medical profile, or two, those with a religious profile.
How long can a bread be with a medical profile no longer than
1/4 inch. How long can a bread be with a
(10:28):
religious profile? No longer than two inches when
measured from the bottom of the chin beard hair longer than two
inches must be rolled and or tied to achieve the required
length. Are soldiers that have medical
profiles allowing beards authorized to shape the hair
growth? No.
(10:48):
Can males wear wigs or hair pieces while in uniform or in
civilian clothes on duty? No, except to cover natural
baldness or physical disfiguration caused by accident
or medical procedure. How must males keep fingernails
trimmed? Males will keep nails trimmed so
as not to extend beyond the fingertip unless medically
required and are not authorized to wear nail Polish.
(11:12):
How can leaders judge the appropriateness of a particular
hairstyle by the appearance of headgear when worn?
Concerning headgear and protective mask or other
protective equipment, what will make a hairstyle prohibited?
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
(11:34):
prohibited. If soldiers use dyes, tints, or
bleaches, what color must they use a natural hair color?
What hair colors are prohibited?Colors that detract from a
professional military appearance.
Who may cut a part into the hair?
Only soldiers who have a textureof hair that does not part
(11:55):
naturally. If a soldier is authorized to
cut a part into their hair, how should the part be cut?
The part will be one straight line, not slanted or curved, and
will fall in the area where the soldier would normally part the
hair. For males, what appearance must
the hair present? A tapered appearance.
(12:15):
What is a tapered appearance? A tapered appearance is 1 where
the outline of the soldiers hairconforms to the shape of the
head, curving inward to the natural termination point at the
base of the neck. When the hair is combed, what
will it not do? It will not fall over the ears
or eyebrows or touch the collar,except for the closely cut hair
at the back of the neck. It's important to notice that it
(12:38):
says fall over the air. Touching the back of the ear is
fine. Many people get that wrong.
In other words, it can be behindthe ear, but if the commander
can grab acom and comb it in such as way that it goes over
the ear at any point, the male is out of regs.
Is the block cut fullness in theback authorized?
It is permitted to a moderate degree as long as the tapered
(13:01):
look is maintained. Are haircuts with a single
untapered patch of hair on the top of the head authorized?
No, they are considered eccentric and are not
authorized. What are some examples of
unauthorized male haircuts, braids, cornrows, twists,
dreadlocks, or locks. What are sideburns?
(13:23):
Sideburns are hair grown in front of the ear and below the
point where the top portion of the ear attaches to the head.
How far down are sideburns authorized?
Sideburns will not extend below the bottom of the opening of the
ear. What is the maximum authorized
length of sideburns? The sideburn will not exceed 1/8
(13:43):
inch when fully extended. When are males required to keep
their face clean shaven when in uniform or in civilian clothes
on duty? Are males allowed to shave when
off duty or on leave? Yes, they only need to be clean
shaven when in uniform or in civilian clothes on duty.
(14:03):
How must moustaches be kept? Neatly trimmed, tapered, and
tidy, they cannot present a chopped off or bushy appearance.
What is the authorized size of the mustache?
Mustaches will not present a chopped off or bushy appearance,
and no portion of the mustache will cover the upper lip line
extend sideways beyond a vertical line drawn upward from
(14:24):
the corners of the mouth. Who is authorized beard growth
Personnel who are either one have an authorized and current
medical profile, or two, those with a religious profile.
How long can a bread be with a medical profile no longer than
1/4 inch. How long can a bread be with a
religious profile? No longer than two inches when
(14:48):
measured from the bottom of the chin beard hair longer than two
inches must be rolled and or tied to achieve the required
length. Are soldiers that have medical
profiles allowing beards authorized to shape the hair
growth? No.
Can males wear wigs or hair pieces while in uniform or in
civilian clothes on duty? No, except to cover natural
(15:12):
baldness or physical disfiguration caused by accident
or medical procedure. How must males keep fingernails
trimmed? Males will keep nails trimmed so
as not to extend beyond the fingertip unless medically
required and are not authorized to wear nail Polish.
How can leaders judge the appropriateness of a particular
hairstyle by the appearance of headgear when worn?
(15:34):
Concerning headgear and protective mask or other
protective equipment, what will make a hairstyle prohibited?
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. If soldiers use dyes, tints, or
bleaches, what color must they use a natural hair color?
(15:58):
What hair colors are prohibited?Colors that detract from a
professional military appearance.
Who may cut a part into the hair?
Only soldiers who have a textureof hair that does not part
naturally. If a soldier is authorized to
cut a part into their hair, how should the part be cut?
The part will be one straight line, not slanted or curved, and
(16:20):
will fall in the area where the soldier would normally part the
hair. For males, what appearance must
the hair present? A tapered appearance.
What is a tapered appearance? A tapered appearance is 1 where
the outline of the soldiers hairconforms to the shape of the
head, curving inward to the natural termination point at the
base of the neck. When the hair is combed, what
(16:42):
will it not do? It will not fall over the ears
or eyebrows or touch the collar,except for the closely cut hair
at the back of the neck. It's important to notice that it
says fall over the air. Touching the back of the ear is
fine. Many people get that wrong.
In other words, it can be behindthe ear, but if the commander
(17:02):
can grab acom and comb it in such as way that it goes over
the ear at any point, the male is out of regs.
Is the block cut fullness in theback authorized?
It is permitted to a moderate degree as long as the tapered
look is maintained. Are haircuts with a single
untappered patch of hair on the top of the head authorized?
(17:23):
No, they are considered eccentric and are not
authorized. What are some examples of
unauthorized male haircuts, braids, cornrows, twists,
dreadlocks, or locks. What are sideburns?
Sideburns are hair grown in front of the ear and below the
point where the top portion of the ear attaches to the head.
(17:45):
How far down are sideburns authorized?
Sideburns will not extend below the bottom of the opening of the
ear. What is the maximum authorized
length of sideburns? The sideburn will not exceed 1/8
inch when fully extended. When are males required to keep
their face clean shaven when in uniform or in civilian clothes
(18:06):
on duty? Are males allowed to shave when
off duty or on leave? Yes, they only need to be clean
shaven when in uniform or in civilian clothes on duty.
How must moustaches be kept? Neatly trimmed, tapered, and
tidy, they cannot present a chopped off or bushy appearance.
(18:26):
What is the authorized size of the mustache?
Mustaches will not present a chopped off or bushy appearance,
and no portion of the mustache will cover the upper lip line.
Extend sideways beyond the vertical line drawn upward from
the corners of the mouth. Who is authorized beard growth
Personnel who are either one have an authorized and current
(18:47):
medical profile, or two, those with a religious profile.
How long can a bread be with a medical profile no longer than
1/4 inch. How long can a bread be with a
religious profile? No longer than two inches when
measured from the bottom of the chin beard hair longer than two
inches must be rolled and or tied to achieve the required
(19:11):
length. Are soldiers that have medical
profiles allowing beards authorized to shape the hair
growth? No.
Can males wear wigs or hair pieces while in uniform or in
civilian clothes on duty? No, except to cover natural
baldness or physical disfiguration caused by accident
or medical procedure. How must males keep fingernails
(19:34):
trimmed? Males will keep nails trimmed so
as not to extend beyond the fingertip unless medically
required and are not authorized to wear nail Polish.
How can leaders judge the appropriateness of a particular
hairstyle by the appearance of headgear when worn?
Concerning headgear and protective mask or other
protective equipment, what will make a hairstyle prohibited?
(19:57):
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. If soldiers use dyes, tints, or
bleaches, what color must they use a natural hair color?
What hair colors are prohibited?Colors that detract from a
(20:18):
professional military appearance.
Who may cut a part into the hair?
Only soldiers who have a textureof hair that does not part
naturally. If a soldier is authorized to
cut a part into their hair, how should the part be cut?
The part will be one straight line, not slanted or curved, and
will fall in the area where the soldier would normally part the
(20:39):
hair. For males, what appearance must
the hair present? A tapered appearance.
What is a tapered appearance? A tapered appearance is 1 where
the outline of the soldiers hairconforms to the shape of the
head, curving inward to the natural termination point at the
base of the neck. When the hair is combed, what
will it not do? It will not fall over the ears
(21:01):
or eyebrows or touch the collar,except for the closely cut hair
at the back of the neck. It's important to notice that it
says fall over the air. Touching the back of the ear is
fine. Many people get that wrong.
In other words, it can be behindthe ear, but if the commander
can grab acom and comb it in such as way that it goes over
(21:21):
the ear at any point, the male is out of regs.
Is the block cut fullness in theback authorized?
It is permitted to a moderate degree as long as the tapered
look is maintained. Are haircuts with a single
untapered patch of hair on the top of the head authorized?
No, they are considered eccentric and are not
authorized. What are some examples of
(21:45):
unauthorized male haircuts, braids, cornrows, twists,
dreadlocks, or locks. What are sideburns?
Sideburns are hair grown in front of the ear and below the
point where the top portion of the ear attaches to the head.
How far down are sideburns authorized?
Sideburns will not extend below the bottom of the opening of the
(22:07):
ear. What is the maximum authorized
length of sideburns? The sideburn will not exceed 1/8
inch when fully extended. When are males required to keep
their face clean shaven when in uniform or in civilian clothes
on duty? Are males allowed to shave when
off duty or on leave? Yes, they only need to be clean
(22:30):
shaven when in uniform or in civilian clothes on duty.
How must moustaches be kept? Neatly trimmed, tapered, and
tidy, they cannot present a chopped off or bushy appearance.
What is the authorized size of the mustache?
Mustaches will not present a chopped off or bushy appearance,
and no portion of the mustache will cover the upper lip line.
(22:52):
Extend sideways beyond the vertical line drawn upward from
the corners of the mouth. Who is authorized beard growth
Personnel who are either one have an authorized and current
medical profile, or two, those with a religious profile.
How long can a bread be with a medical profile no longer than
1/4 inch. How long can a bread be with a
(23:15):
religious profile? No longer than two inches when
measured from the bottom of the chin beard hair longer than two
inches must be rolled and or tied to achieve the required
length. Are soldiers that have medical
profiles allowing beards authorized to shape the hair
growth? No.
Can males wear wigs or hair pieces while in uniform or in
(23:38):
civilian clothes on duty? No, except to cover natural
baldness or physical disfiguration caused by accident
or medical procedure. How must males keep fingernails
trimmed? Males will keep nails trimmed so
as not to extend beyond the fingertip unless medically
required, and are not authorizedto wear nail Polish.
That's it for today's episode. Thanks for studying with the
(24:02):
Board Questions podcast.
Welcome to the Board Questions podcast where you can study for
the Soldier of the Month or Promotion board while commuting,
chilling, or doing chores. Today's episode is a little
different. We are going to focus on
teaching females the male grooming standards.
As an NCO or future NCO, it's imperative that you know the
(00:20):
grooming standards outlined in AR 670 to 1.
Most people have a good grasp ofthe grooming standards that
apply to them, but in order to instill good order and
discipline and morale, you need to know the grooming standards
of others as well. Falsely accusing a soldier of
not maintaining the standards degrades moral and trust, 2
(00:40):
crucial elements of the war fighting function.
On the flip side, failing to uphold the standards can lead to
protective equipment not functioning correctly, a loss of
professional image and presence,and hard feelings from other
soldiers. As a junior enlisted soldier,
you can get away with saying that it doesn't apply to you.
As an NCO, that is no longer excusable.
(01:04):
It does apply to you because it is up to you to enforce it.
So let's learn it. Question one.
How can leaders judge the appropriateness of a particular
hairstyle by the appearance of headgear when worn?
Question 2. Concerning headgear and
protective mask or other protective equipment, what will
(01:27):
make a hairstyle prohibited? 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.
Question Three. If soldiers use dyes, tints, or
bleaches, what color must they use?
(01:48):
A natural hair color? Question 4.
What hair colors are prohibited Colors that detract from a
professional military appearance?
Question five. Who may cut a part into the
hair? Only soldiers who have a texture
of hair that does not part naturally.
(02:09):
Question 6. If a soldier is authorized to
cut a part into their hair, how should the part be cut?
The part will be one straight line, not slanted or curved, and
will fall in the area where the soldier would normally part the
hair. Question 7.
For males, what appearance must the hair present?
(02:31):
A tapered appearance. Question 8.
What is a tapered appearance? A tapered appearance is 1 where
the outline of the soldiers hairconforms to the shape of the
head, curving inward to the natural termination point at the
base of the neck. Question 9.
When the hair is combed, what will it not do?
(02:53):
It will not fall over the ears or eyebrows or touch the collar,
except for the closely cut hair at the back of the neck.
It's important to notice that itsays fall over the air.
Touching the back of the ear is fine.
Many people get that wrong. In other words, it can be behind
the ear, but if the commander can grab acom and comb it in
(03:13):
such a way that it goes over theear at any point, the male is
out of regs. Question 10 Is the block cut
fullness in the back authorized?It is permitted to a moderate
degree as long as the tapered look is maintained.
Question 11. Are haircuts with a single
(03:33):
untapered patch of hair on the top of the head authorized?
No, they are considered eccentric and are not
authorized. Question 12.
What are some examples of unauthorized male haircuts?
Braids, cornrows, twists, dreadlocks, or locks?
(03:54):
Question 13. What are sideburns?
Sideburns are hair grown in front of the ear and below the
point where the top portion of the ear attaches to the head.
Question 14 How far down are sideburns Authorized?
Sideburns will not extend below the bottom of the opening of the
(04:15):
year. Question 15 What is the maximum
authorized length of sideburns? The sideburn will not exceed 1/8
inch when fully extended. Question 16.
When are males required to keep their face clean shaven when in
uniform or in civilian clothes on duty?
(04:38):
Question 17. Are males allowed to shave when
off duty or on leave? Yes, they only need to be clean
shaven when in uniform or in civilian clothes on duty.
Question 18. How must mustaches be kept?
Neatly trimmed, tapered and tidy.
(04:59):
They cannot present a chopped off or bushy appearance.
Question 19 What is the authorized size of the
moustache? Moustaches will not present a
chopped off or bushy appearance,and no portion of the moustache
will cover the upper lip line extend sideways beyond a
vertical line drawn upward from the corners of the mouth.
(05:21):
Question 20. Who is authorized?
Beard growth personnel who are either one have an authorized
and current medical profile or two those with a religious
profile. Question 21.
How long can a bread be with a medical profile no longer than
(05:41):
1/4 inch. Question 22.
How long can a bread be with a religious profile?
No longer than two inches when measured from the bottom of the
chin. Beard hair longer than two
inches must be rolled and or tied to achieve the required
length. Question 23.
(06:03):
Are soldiers that have medical profiles allowing beards
authorized to shape the hair growth?
No Question 24. Can males wear wigs or hair
pieces while in uniform or in civilian clothes on duty?
No, except to cover natural baldness or physical
disfiguration caused by accidentor medical procedure.
(06:27):
Question 25. How must males keep fingernails
trimmed? Males will keep nails trimmed so
as not to extend beyond the fingertip unless medically
required and are not authorized to wear nail Polish.
That's it for the questions. If you feel confident in your
understanding of the material, feel free to move on to the next
(06:48):
episode. If you would like to solidify
your understanding, we will repeat the questions and answers
rapid fire until you feel like you have it solid.
How can leaders judge the appropriateness of a particular
hairstyle by the appearance of headgear when worn?
Concerning headgear and protective mask or other
protective equipment, what will make a hairstyle prohibited?
(07:10):
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. If soldiers use dyes, tints, or
bleaches, what color must they use A natural hair color?
What hair colors are prohibited?Colors that detract from a
(07:31):
professional military appearance.
Who may cut a part into the hair?
Only soldiers who have a textureof hair that does not part
naturally. If a soldier is authorized to
cut a part into their hair, how should the part be cut?
The part will be one straight line, not slanted or curved, and
will fall in the area where the soldier would normally part the
(07:52):
hair. For males, what appearance must
the hair present? A tapered appearance What is a
tapered appearance? A tapered appearance is 1 where
the outline of the soldiers hairconforms to the shape of the
head, curving inward to the natural termination point at the
base of the neck. When the hair is combed, what
will it not do? It will not fall over the ears
(08:14):
or eyebrows or touch the collar,except for the closely cut hair
at the back of the neck. It's important to notice that it
says fall over the air. Touching the back of the ear is
fine. Many people get that wrong.
In other words, it can be behindthe ear, but if the commander
can grab acom and comb it in such as way that it goes over
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the ear at any point, the male is out of regs.
Is the block cut fullness in theback authorized?
It is permitted to a moderate degree as long as the tapered
look is maintained. Are haircuts with a single
untappered patch of hair on the top of the head authorized?
No, they are considered eccentric and are not
authorized. What are some examples of
(08:57):
unauthorized male haircuts, braids, cornrows, twists,
dreadlocks, or locks. What are sideburns?
Sideburns are hair grown in front of the ear and below the
point where the top portion of the ear attaches to the head.
How far down are sideburns authorized?
Sideburns will not extend below the bottom of the opening of the
(09:20):
ear. What is the maximum authorized
length of sideburns? The sideburn will not exceed 1/8
inch when fully extended. When are males required to keep
their face clean shaven when in uniform or in civilian clothes
on duty? Are males allowed to shave when
off duty or on leave? Yes, they only need to be clean
(09:43):
shaven when in uniform or in civilian clothes on duty.
How must moustaches be kept? Neatly trimmed, tapered, and
tidy, they cannot present a chopped off or bushy appearance.
What is the authorized size of the mustache?
Mustaches will not present a chopped off or bushy appearance,
and no portion of the mustache will cover the upper lip line
(10:05):
extend sideways beyond a vertical line drawn upward from
the corners of the mouth. Who is authorized beard growth
Personnel who are either one have an authorized and current
medical profile, or two, those with a religious profile.
How long can a bread be with a medical profile no longer than
1/4 inch. How long can a bread be with a
(10:28):
religious profile? No longer than two inches when
measured from the bottom of the chin beard hair longer than two
inches must be rolled and or tied to achieve the required
length. Are soldiers that have medical
profiles allowing beards authorized to shape the hair
growth? No.
(10:48):
Can males wear wigs or hair pieces while in uniform or in
civilian clothes on duty? No, except to cover natural
baldness or physical disfiguration caused by accident
or medical procedure. How must males keep fingernails
trimmed? Males will keep nails trimmed so
as not to extend beyond the fingertip unless medically
required and are not authorized to wear nail Polish.
(11:12):
How can leaders judge the appropriateness of a particular
hairstyle by the appearance of headgear when worn?
Concerning headgear and protective mask or other
protective equipment, what will make a hairstyle prohibited?
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
(11:34):
prohibited. If soldiers use dyes, tints, or
bleaches, what color must they use a natural hair color?
What hair colors are prohibited?Colors that detract from a
professional military appearance.
Who may cut a part into the hair?
Only soldiers who have a textureof hair that does not part
(11:55):
naturally. If a soldier is authorized to
cut a part into their hair, how should the part be cut?
The part will be one straight line, not slanted or curved, and
will fall in the area where the soldier would normally part the
hair. For males, what appearance must
the hair present? A tapered appearance.
(12:15):
What is a tapered appearance? A tapered appearance is 1 where
the outline of the soldiers hairconforms to the shape of the
head, curving inward to the natural termination point at the
base of the neck. When the hair is combed, what
will it not do? It will not fall over the ears
or eyebrows or touch the collar,except for the closely cut hair
at the back of the neck. It's important to notice that it
(12:38):
says fall over the air. Touching the back of the ear is
fine. Many people get that wrong.
In other words, it can be behindthe ear, but if the commander
can grab acom and comb it in such as way that it goes over
the ear at any point, the male is out of regs.
Is the block cut fullness in theback authorized?
It is permitted to a moderate degree as long as the tapered
(13:01):
look is maintained. Are haircuts with a single
untapered patch of hair on the top of the head authorized?
No, they are considered eccentric and are not
authorized. What are some examples of
unauthorized male haircuts, braids, cornrows, twists,
dreadlocks, or locks. What are sideburns?
(13:23):
Sideburns are hair grown in front of the ear and below the
point where the top portion of the ear attaches to the head.
How far down are sideburns authorized?
Sideburns will not extend below the bottom of the opening of the
ear. What is the maximum authorized
length of sideburns? The sideburn will not exceed 1/8
(13:43):
inch when fully extended. When are males required to keep
their face clean shaven when in uniform or in civilian clothes
on duty? Are males allowed to shave when
off duty or on leave? Yes, they only need to be clean
shaven when in uniform or in civilian clothes on duty.
(14:03):
How must moustaches be kept? Neatly trimmed, tapered, and
tidy, they cannot present a chopped off or bushy appearance.
What is the authorized size of the mustache?
Mustaches will not present a chopped off or bushy appearance,
and no portion of the mustache will cover the upper lip line
extend sideways beyond a vertical line drawn upward from
(14:24):
the corners of the mouth. Who is authorized beard growth
Personnel who are either one have an authorized and current
medical profile, or two, those with a religious profile.
How long can a bread be with a medical profile no longer than
1/4 inch. How long can a bread be with a
religious profile? No longer than two inches when
(14:48):
measured from the bottom of the chin beard hair longer than two
inches must be rolled and or tied to achieve the required
length. Are soldiers that have medical
profiles allowing beards authorized to shape the hair
growth? No.
Can males wear wigs or hair pieces while in uniform or in
civilian clothes on duty? No, except to cover natural
(15:12):
baldness or physical disfiguration caused by accident
or medical procedure. How must males keep fingernails
trimmed? Males will keep nails trimmed so
as not to extend beyond the fingertip unless medically
required and are not authorized to wear nail Polish.
How can leaders judge the appropriateness of a particular
hairstyle by the appearance of headgear when worn?
(15:34):
Concerning headgear and protective mask or other
protective equipment, what will make a hairstyle prohibited?
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. If soldiers use dyes, tints, or
bleaches, what color must they use a natural hair color?
(15:58):
What hair colors are prohibited?Colors that detract from a
professional military appearance.
Who may cut a part into the hair?
Only soldiers who have a textureof hair that does not part
naturally. If a soldier is authorized to
cut a part into their hair, how should the part be cut?
The part will be one straight line, not slanted or curved, and
(16:20):
will fall in the area where the soldier would normally part the
hair. For males, what appearance must
the hair present? A tapered appearance.
What is a tapered appearance? A tapered appearance is 1 where
the outline of the soldiers hairconforms to the shape of the
head, curving inward to the natural termination point at the
base of the neck. When the hair is combed, what
(16:42):
will it not do? It will not fall over the ears
or eyebrows or touch the collar,except for the closely cut hair
at the back of the neck. It's important to notice that it
says fall over the air. Touching the back of the ear is
fine. Many people get that wrong.
In other words, it can be behindthe ear, but if the commander
(17:02):
can grab acom and comb it in such as way that it goes over
the ear at any point, the male is out of regs.
Is the block cut fullness in theback authorized?
It is permitted to a moderate degree as long as the tapered
look is maintained. Are haircuts with a single
untappered patch of hair on the top of the head authorized?
(17:23):
No, they are considered eccentric and are not
authorized. What are some examples of
unauthorized male haircuts, braids, cornrows, twists,
dreadlocks, or locks. What are sideburns?
Sideburns are hair grown in front of the ear and below the
point where the top portion of the ear attaches to the head.
(17:45):
How far down are sideburns authorized?
Sideburns will not extend below the bottom of the opening of the
ear. What is the maximum authorized
length of sideburns? The sideburn will not exceed 1/8
inch when fully extended. When are males required to keep
their face clean shaven when in uniform or in civilian clothes
(18:06):
on duty? Are males allowed to shave when
off duty or on leave? Yes, they only need to be clean
shaven when in uniform or in civilian clothes on duty.
How must moustaches be kept? Neatly trimmed, tapered, and
tidy, they cannot present a chopped off or bushy appearance.
(18:26):
What is the authorized size of the mustache?
Mustaches will not present a chopped off or bushy appearance,
and no portion of the mustache will cover the upper lip line.
Extend sideways beyond the vertical line drawn upward from
the corners of the mouth. Who is authorized beard growth
Personnel who are either one have an authorized and current
(18:47):
medical profile, or two, those with a religious profile.
How long can a bread be with a medical profile no longer than
1/4 inch. How long can a bread be with a
religious profile? No longer than two inches when
measured from the bottom of the chin beard hair longer than two
inches must be rolled and or tied to achieve the required
(19:11):
length. Are soldiers that have medical
profiles allowing beards authorized to shape the hair
growth? No.
Can males wear wigs or hair pieces while in uniform or in
civilian clothes on duty? No, except to cover natural
baldness or physical disfiguration caused by accident
or medical procedure. How must males keep fingernails
(19:34):
trimmed? Males will keep nails trimmed so
as not to extend beyond the fingertip unless medically
required and are not authorized to wear nail Polish.
How can leaders judge the appropriateness of a particular
hairstyle by the appearance of headgear when worn?
Concerning headgear and protective mask or other
protective equipment, what will make a hairstyle prohibited?
(19:57):
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. If soldiers use dyes, tints, or
bleaches, what color must they use a natural hair color?
What hair colors are prohibited?Colors that detract from a
(20:18):
professional military appearance.
Who may cut a part into the hair?
Only soldiers who have a textureof hair that does not part
naturally. If a soldier is authorized to
cut a part into their hair, how should the part be cut?
The part will be one straight line, not slanted or curved, and
will fall in the area where the soldier would normally part the
(20:39):
hair. For males, what appearance must
the hair present? A tapered appearance.
What is a tapered appearance? A tapered appearance is 1 where
the outline of the soldiers hairconforms to the shape of the
head, curving inward to the natural termination point at the
base of the neck. When the hair is combed, what
will it not do? It will not fall over the ears
(21:01):
or eyebrows or touch the collar,except for the closely cut hair
at the back of the neck. It's important to notice that it
says fall over the air. Touching the back of the ear is
fine. Many people get that wrong.
In other words, it can be behindthe ear, but if the commander
can grab acom and comb it in such as way that it goes over
(21:21):
the ear at any point, the male is out of regs.
Is the block cut fullness in theback authorized?
It is permitted to a moderate degree as long as the tapered
look is maintained. Are haircuts with a single
untapered patch of hair on the top of the head authorized?
No, they are considered eccentric and are not
authorized. What are some examples of
(21:45):
unauthorized male haircuts, braids, cornrows, twists,
dreadlocks, or locks. What are sideburns?
Sideburns are hair grown in front of the ear and below the
point where the top portion of the ear attaches to the head.
How far down are sideburns authorized?
Sideburns will not extend below the bottom of the opening of the
(22:07):
ear. What is the maximum authorized
length of sideburns? The sideburn will not exceed 1/8
inch when fully extended. When are males required to keep
their face clean shaven when in uniform or in civilian clothes
on duty? Are males allowed to shave when
off duty or on leave? Yes, they only need to be clean
(22:30):
shaven when in uniform or in civilian clothes on duty.
How must moustaches be kept? Neatly trimmed, tapered, and
tidy, they cannot present a chopped off or bushy appearance.
What is the authorized size of the mustache?
Mustaches will not present a chopped off or bushy appearance,
and no portion of the mustache will cover the upper lip line.
(22:52):
Extend sideways beyond the vertical line drawn upward from
the corners of the mouth. Who is authorized beard growth
Personnel who are either one have an authorized and current
medical profile, or two, those with a religious profile.
How long can a bread be with a medical profile no longer than
1/4 inch. How long can a bread be with a
(23:15):
religious profile? No longer than two inches when
measured from the bottom of the chin beard hair longer than two
inches must be rolled and or tied to achieve the required
length. Are soldiers that have medical
profiles allowing beards authorized to shape the hair
growth? No.
Can males wear wigs or hair pieces while in uniform or in
(23:38):
civilian clothes on duty? No, except to cover natural
baldness or physical disfiguration caused by accident
or medical procedure. How must males keep fingernails
trimmed? Males will keep nails trimmed so
as not to extend beyond the fingertip unless medically
required, and are not authorizedto wear nail Polish.
That's it for today's episode. Thanks for studying with the
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