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I had a senior leader tell me not to long ago I shouldn’t drive home in uniform as it’s unprofessional. What are other thoughts on this? I have not had a chance to talk to him about why yet and was just curious. I respect this leader and trust him but am just curious.
Professional Development
Senior Enlisted Leader
Customs and Courtesies
Posted >1 y ago
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Not sure about the unprofessional part, but in Europe service members are highly encouraged no to drive to and from work in uniform. This is done for security reasons.
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The only reason to not wear a uniform to and from work is if the force protection condition dictates it., particularly when you are in the US. As others have said, showing the community who we are is a good thing. Obviously, don't do anything that would be illegal under the UCMJ (such as attending a political event or demonstration) or would bring disrepute on the uniform (going to a so called "gentlemen's club" for example). Service regulations should give specific guidance.
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OK, my time may be dated but back in the 80's we were allowed to wear our uniforms (all) between worksite and home. That being said, there are uniforms that we were NOT allowed to wear anywhere else of base (PT, Dungaree uniform (SeaFarers), etc.) Some saw it as unprofessional to wear even driving from home to worksite but failed when asked where the military member was supposed to change and how much time would be given to them as they did NOT live at the worksite.
It is never "Unprofessional" to display pride in service. So long as the uniform is appropriate for wearing into town, then there are no restrictions. If it is a "work uniform" (ie: PT's or such) that can NOT be worn downtown, they are still fine for getting from location to home to change.
My $0.02 for what it is worth.
It is never "Unprofessional" to display pride in service. So long as the uniform is appropriate for wearing into town, then there are no restrictions. If it is a "work uniform" (ie: PT's or such) that can NOT be worn downtown, they are still fine for getting from location to home to change.
My $0.02 for what it is worth.
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I was in the Army Reserves from 92-96 so I had to drive to work and drive home in uniform so no one at our unit found it unprofessional.
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SPC Scott Verdin
Left one thing out everyone else that attended also did the same thing. I was also Active Duty 2yrs no lapse prior
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Unless you're doing something like stopping at the bar on the way home, I don't see any issues with "professionalism".
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Nothing unprofessional about it, as long as you wear it correctly. I normally commute in civvies, but it's mainly a comfort thing. The ship I'm stationed on is in the shipyards and we have to walk about 3/4 of a mile from the parking lot. In the summer I'd much rather do that in shorts, a t-shirt, and running shoes than in working uniform and boots. But there are times when I have to wear the uniform out and I do so proudly.
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The only time it would be unprofessional is if you wear it incorrectly like wearing a TOC cap or blouse off and t-shirt untucked. I see that stuff all the time in my neighborhood and it irks me.
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Look right now that is kinda like painting a target on your back. I wore civvies while traveling, but had my uniform in the back seat- got me out of a few tickets.
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