Beards Make Us Happy!
Greetings to the members of Ventura County Sheriff’s Office. This petition is on behalf of all VCSO employees that agree it is long overdue for the male facial hair policy to be less restrictive. This suggestion respectfully requests VCSO implements a similar facial hair policy to the language below, which was inspired by the policies of VCSO, Harris County Sheriff's Office, and the Oakley Police Department.
FACIAL HAIR:
For male sworn members, and male professional staff, mustaches shall be permitted so long as they do not extend below the upper lip. Additionally, goatees are allowed with mustaches, provided the lower margin of the goatee follows the jaw line and does not extend more than one-half inch under the jaw. The mustache and goatee must connect.
Lastly, staff may wear beards that are neatly trimmed, well-groomed and are professional in appearance. Beards shall not pose a safety hazard, nor interfere with emergency equipment, such as wearing a gas mask. The overall length is not to exceed one inch. Beards shall not be allowed to grow to or on the neck. If an employee is planning to grow a beard, it is to be done during a leave of at least two weeks to allow adequate time for a presentable growth and to prevent an unkempt appearance to the public.
Adopting the aforementioned revisions will, at a minimum, boost recruitment, alleviate the irritation of male staff negatively affected by close shaves, and boost the overall morale of members that prefer to wear a professional looking manly beard. Please support this effort to be more in line with other agencies practicing a less restrictive facial hair policy. Your time and consideration is appreciated.
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