TRAINEE GUIDE - Recruit Training Command - The US Navy

TRAINEE GUIDE A-950-0001
OUTLINE SHEET 2-04-1 (continued)
(b) Do NOT surrender your ID card except as required by
proper military authority for identification,
investigation, or while in disciplinary confinement.
(3) ID tags
(a) Prescribed part of the uniform and must be kept in
your possession.
(b) Designed for the identification of members who become
casualties.
(c) Are not worn under normal situations.
(4) Sunglasses
(a) If worn while in uniform, must be conservative.
faddish or distracting styles are unauthorized (e.g.,
Oakleys, mirrored lenses, etc.)
(b) Are never worn while in formation.
(c) Retainer straps are only worn if they are required for
safety purposes. If worn, they shall be plain black
and worn snugly against the back of the head.
6. Regulations for Wearing Civilian Clothing, Drug Depiction, and Tattoos
a. Civilian clothing is permitted when authorized by the Commanding
Officer in situations such as when:
(1) Leaving or returning to ships or stations.
(2) On authorized leave of absences.
(3) On liberty.
(4) In off duty status ashore.
b. Commands are authorized to suspend the privilege of civilian
clothing for individuals:
(1) Who do not wear civilian clothing as outlined in the United
States Navy Uniform Regulations.
(2) Who fail to properly maintain uniforms or seabag
requirements.
(3) Whose appearance may bring discredit upon the Navy.
c. Casual civilian clothing is only authorized on base for occasions
such as picnics, athletic events, and other casual daytime
activities. Otherwise, they are NOT acceptable within the
confines of military installations. For example:
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