Uniform Policy Leaders Training; What are your reactions to it?

2014-03-20T09:43:21-04:00

Has anyone else recieved the Uniform Policy Leaders Training for the new AR 670-1? If you have what are your initial reactions?

Response by SSG Zachery Mitchell made Mar 20 at 2014 10:32 AM

2014-03-20T10:32:00-04:00

Was this an actual class or something online? My unit hasn't received/put out anything in regards to the new 670-1. I have been asking a lot of questions about it though. I am anxious for the new 670-1 and the accompanying DA PAM to be fielded so I can educate myself and my Soldiers.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 20 at 2014 11:53 AM

2014-03-20T11:53:31-04:00

SSG Pratlin,

It hit my inbox at 0700 this morning. It is 57 powerpoint slides so I haven't had a chance to fully digest it all yet but my initial impression is that it is clear and concise. I especially like the clarification on sideburns. I knew that what everyone was putting out last week (top of the ear) was NOT in the original change so I was hoping for clarification. This gives it, complete with pictures and diagrams.

Hopefully, this will end the speculation and confusion and allow leaders to train their Soldiers on 'what right looks like' before we begin full enforecement.

Response by CPT Brandon Christensen made Mar 20 at 2014 1:22 PM

2014-03-20T13:22:26-04:00

Like previously stated, the powerpoint slides are very concise. I was impressed with detailed pictures and simple descriptions of the soon to be standards.

Now why don't they do this with the most common 670-1 standard violations? Would make life a lot easier!

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 20 at 2014 5:08 PM

2014-03-20T17:08:04-04:00

I am honestly relieved about some of the policies. I thought it was going to be worse than it was. It does seem to clear up some stuff, but I also felt that it didn't follow-through on everything SMA said. I didn't see anything about shaving on leave, sideburns needing to be no lower than the top of the ears, or about having to wear dress slacks, etc. I am still interested in seeing what the actual regulation says. I am having a hard time understanding why it hasn't been pushed out yet if it is already approved. It doesn't cost much to digitally scan it and push it out.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 21 at 2014 12:56 AM

2014-03-21T00:56:29-04:00

One of the more controversial topics that was proposed, I noticed isn't mentioned in the slidedeck. Clean shaven while off duty.

Response by 2LT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 21 at 2014 9:17 AM

2014-03-21T09:17:36-04:00

I noticed that I'm in a sticky situation. Hopefully there will be more clarification on the tattoo policy regarding enlisted soldiers requesting commission. I have a tattoo sleeve, but I've been in the Green to Gold program for the last two years. I receive my commission on May 1st. So am I no longer eligible for it and have to return to active enlisted status? I already have orders for bolc and my first duty station as a 2LT.