Uniforms

PURPOSE: This rule prescribes the uniforms to be worn by licensed couriers. (1) The board of police commissioners ruled that by January 1, 1990, no courier uniforms will resemble those of the St. Louis police officers. The light blue shirt with dark blue jacket and trousers will not be duplicated. In addition, a company shoulder patch will be mandatory on all shirts, coats, and jackets of private security personnel. (2) All couriers should be aware of the following guidelines: (A) All couriers are required to wear an approved company uniform which, at a minimum, shall consist of trousers or skirt and shirt or blouse; (B) All couriers wearing blue uniform trousers or skirts, shirts or blouses, and jackets similar to those worn by the St. Louis Police Department must have their company shoulder patch affixed to either the left or right sleeve, approximately one inch (1") below the shoulder seam, clearly distinguishing them from a St. Louis police officer; (C) The badge/identification card issued by the private security section of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department will be worn on the breast of the outermost garment while on duty and performing a bona fide security function for an employer; (D) Security personnel may wear a company badge or emblem as devised by their employer. These badges and emblems bear the name of the employer and identify the individual as a courier. The word “police” will not be used on the badge or emblem; (E) A company shoulder patch may be worn on either the right or left sleeve approximately one inch (1") below the shoulder seam; (F) No buttons, insignia, or decoration which are marked in any way with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department imprint may be worn by licensed couriers; and (G) The use of company vehicles for security purposes must conform with the established rules governed under city ordinance. The word “police” will not be displayed on the vehicles. AUTHORITY: section 84.340, RSMo 2000.* Original rule filed April 8, 1988, effective July 11, 1988. Amended: Filed April 28, 2010, effective Oct. 30, 2010. Amended: Filed April 23, 2012, effective Oct. 30, 2012. *Original authority: 84.340, RSMo 1939.