Is it Army Regulation or local policy that forbids wear of the PT uniform while operating tactical vehicles?

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 22 Jun 2020 23:54:41 -0400

Since people are people and want to see things in writing, is it regulation or local policy that forbids wear of the PT uniform while operating a tactical vehicle?

I’ve looked where I know to look and don’t see anything.

Response by MAJ Byron Oyler made Jun 23 at 2020 12:09 AM

MAJ Byron Oyler — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:09:31 -0400

What I would like to know, why in the hell would anyone want to wear a PT uniform in a dirty tactical vehicle?

Response by SSG Brian G. made Jun 23 at 2020 12:46 AM

SSG Brian G. — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:46:23 -0400

Local policy / Commander discretion. There is no regulation that states a PT uniform cannot be worn while operating a tactical vehicle.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 23 at 2020 3:43 AM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 03:43:44 -0400

This is from I-Corps REG 210-6: It does not specifically mention IPFU. I can't imagine what the mission might be that would make wearing PTs a part of the uniform. While this example is specific for JBLM, I am sure that it is similar to other local or unit policies

(2) Uniforms for drivers and passengers should be consistent with the mission.
Duty uniform will be IAW AR 670-1 or as authorized by the commander and
annotated on the dispatch.
(3) Shirt/ACU coat will be worn at all times while traveling in a TMP/GSA or
military vehicle.
(4) Authorized drivers for tactical vehicles are unit personnel only. Authorized
passengers for vehicles are DOD personnel (military or civilian). Non-DOD civilians
may be transported when mission essential as determined by the commander and IAW
AR 58-1. The Advanced Combat Helmet (ACH) will be worn at all times by all
military personnel in tactical vehicles.
(5) Tactical vehicles are prohibited in

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 23 at 2020 9:42 AM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 09:42:51 -0400

This just boggles my brain. Someone always trying to ice skate uphill.

Response by SSgt Christophe Murphy made Jun 23 at 2020 9:58 AM

SSgt Christophe Murphy — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 09:58:57 -0400

It should be covered by appropriate uniform of the day and for any local policy that addresses proper attire/equipment to be operating vehicles. While I was in the Marine Corps with Wpns Co 3/6 there was an actual vehicle ops SOP. It listed proper attire and additional equipment needed.

Response by SGT Robert Wager made Jun 23 at 2020 10:27 AM

SGT Robert Wager — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 10:27:12 -0400

You, as an NCO have the authority to tell a soldier to not wear PTs while operating a tactical vehicle. If they want to see it in writing tell them they will soon see it in a counseling statement for failure to follow a lawful order.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 23 at 2020 1:19 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 13:19:42 -0400

I’m sorry but I don’t even understand why this is even a question. The title of “tactical vehicle” speaks on what the appropriate uniform should be. What’s tactical about the PT uniform? Why do you have to show it in writing to a subordinate in order for them to be in the proper gear?

Response by SGT Herbert Bollum made Jun 23 at 2020 5:00 PM

SGT Herbert Bollum — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 17:00:51 -0400

Just my take on this, but PT uniform is not the same thing as DUTY uniform. When you are on duty and not doing PT you should be in DUTY uniform as prescribed by the commander.