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Dress Code

OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER/OFFICE OF THE CABINET DRESS CODE TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION 1

2. DRESS CODE

  1. Female Dress Code 2

  1. Male Dress Code 3

3. DISCIPLINARY ACTION 4

OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER/OFFICE OF THE CABINET DRESS CODE

INTRODUCTION

The main purpose of a dress code is to provide an atmosphere for working that is free from distraction and characterized by modesty and decorum.

The Revised Staff Orders, 2004 states:-

"All employees are expected to be dressed for work at all times, in a manner which demonstrates professionalism, decency and respect for colleagues, clients and members of the general public. In certain circumstances, specific attire (e.g. uniform) may be required".

Research has determined that there exists a correlation between attire and behaviour and that self-esteem is intricately related to ones appearance. We believe that dress and appearance must support a positive healthy self-concept

Professional appearance and demeanor is required at all times at the Office of the Prime Minister and Office of the Cabinet as these offices receive guests of the highest rank in the country and also internationally. Our visitors judge us by both our dress and appearance. We, the employees, represent the image of the Office of the Prime Minister and Office of the Cabinet respectively and therefore we should dress appropriately with consideration given to maintaining a professional appearance at all times.

In order to guide employees, the following pages outline the dress code which is now being enforced for these offices. This code applies not only to "dress" but also to hair, nails and jewellery

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1. Female Dress Code

  1. Dresses or Skirts must be on or below the knee
  1. Sleeveless outfits that cover the width of the shoulder are acceptable
  1. Spaghetti straps without a jacket are unacceptable.
  1. Tube or Tank Tops are not allowed
  1. Jerseys or sweatshirts are not allowed
  1. Sheer or clinging fabrics attire that is revealing should not be worn to work
  1. Sneakers and slippers are not allowed, unless specially authorized
  1. Jewellery should be simple and not excessive

(large chains, multiple earrings per ear, tongue, eyebrow and nose rings are not allowed)

h. Hair should be neatly styled and properly groomed

  1.  
    1. Braids neatly combed (without beads, shell etc.) are allowed
    2. Brightly coloured hair (e.g. blue, orange, red, purple etc.) are not allowed
  1. Patterns/designs on Nails should be kept simple
  1. Tattoos in visible areas are not allowed
  1. Jeans are not allowed
  1. There is no "dress down day" at these offices

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2. Male Dress Code

a. Dress Shirts, Kent Shirts and Bush Jackets preferably in solid colours

  1.  
    1.  
      1. T-Shirts or Vests are not allowed unless worn under the shirt
      2. Jerseys or sweatshirts are not allowed
  1. Tailored pants preferably in dark shades (navy blue, black, brown, grey)
  1. Pants that have loops must be worn with a belt
  1. Pants should not appear to be falling off below the hips
  1. Socks must be worn with shoes, unless specially authorized
  1. Sneakers, sandals and slippers are not allowed, unless specially authorized
  1. Jewellery should be simple and not excessive

(large chains, earrings, nose rings are not allowed)

h. Hair should be properly groomed

  1.  
    1. Artwork should not be a part of the hair cut
    2. Ponytails and braids are not allowed
  1. Tattoos in visible areas are not allowed
  1. Jeans are not allowed
  1. There is no "dress down day" at these offices

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DISCIPLINARY ACTION

Failure to adhere to this Code on any given work day will result in

  1. The Employee being sent home
  2. The Employee expected to return to work properly attired on the same day, and failing to do

so will result in the loss of a day's pay.