Personal Affect Of New Tattoo Policy - 1391 Words

Personal Affect of new Tattoo Policy SGT Carter, Christopher 91L30 EN ALC CL#004-14 Abstract The tattoo policy has always been part of the Military, to keep a clean and professionalism appearance. But how much do tattoos really matter in today’s world? It is getting harder and harder to find soldiers that are in the Military that do not have a tattoo, to some it is a way to show what they have been through, a story that tells there life and time in the service or from experiences overseas. There are still some Tattoo’s that should not be allowed in the military whether it be a sexist, racial or extremist tattoo, that could offend or start rivalry’s within today’s army if they were allowed. The New revised regulations in AR 670-1†¦show more content†¦There are regulations for a reason, which can be understood. But the way the world is becoming tattoo’s, are being acceptable for almost any job. According to the regulations the placement of tattoo’s is going off of the wear of the summer PT uniform which is a short sleeve shirt , and shorts, which is usually worn a few hours out of the day. The Army Combat Uniform (ACU) is worn 90 percent of a soldier’s time in the military, this has Long sleeves which cover your arms, and pants which cover your neck. The new revisions should tailor to the uniform that is worn the most. There has been word of AR 670-1, and DA PAM’s 670-1 Policy being revised for soldiers that may have tattoo’s on their arms or legs so they can go warrant officer, or officer if they so choose. This will not pertain to new soldiers enlisted or officer candidates that joined after the revision of the policy. Personal Affect of new Tattoo Policy The tattoo Policy has always been a part of the Military. It has changed a few times in accordance with AR 670-1, and DA PAM 670-1. At times of need for the Army they have allowed waivers so soldiers that do not meet the standards can join the Army in a time of need for more soldiers. The policy on tattoos as of all policies that are in the Military should be followed, but have a big affect on today’s