THE CORP UNIFORM
BELIZE POLICE YOUTH CADET CORP UNIFORM
Part of the excitement of being a Corp Member is your uniform. Whenever you put on your uniform you feel ready for parade, hiking, camping, and other active Corp events.
A Uniform Policy for the Belize Police Youth Cadet Corp has been established to provide an atmosphere that enhances learning, teaches hygiene and instills discipline.
The khaki and navy blue uniform with green and yellow stripes shows that you belong to the Belize Police Youth Cadet Corp. It stands for the spirit of true democracy. It puts all cadets on an equal basis in the spirit of brotherhood. It builds team spirit in your formation.
The uniform is a steady reminder to you and to others that here is a youth that is honest, caring, and steadfast, possesses leadership skills, trustworthy, loyal, and helpful. Dressed as a Cadet, you want to act as a Cadet.Headdress
Wearing the Corp Uniform
Wear your uniform proudly. Wear the complete uniform correctly at all BPYCC events:
• Wear it at all special ceremonies, parades, hikes, and camps.
• Wear it when you take part in any Corp service project.
• Wear it during Police Week.
Care of the Uniform
As a Corp Member, you are careful of your clothes at all times, your uniform and your regular clothes. Fold your uniform carefully after use or hang it on hangers.
Keep your uniform clean and in good repair. If there are spots, remove them as soon as possible. Wash with a mild soap or detergent. Hang up to dry and remember to iron.
Tattoos
Members of the Belize Police Youth Cadet Corp are not allowed to get any tattoo on any part of his/her body. Any previously acquired body marks must be registered at the formation headquarters prior to his/her admittance to the Cadet Program. Failure to adhere to the Tattoo Rule will warrant a suspension.
Dress Code
Cadets shall come to practice and meetings looking neat and clean, wearing their appropriate uniform or outfit and exhibiting grooming that will promote good health and safety for both cadet and instructor.
Boys
1. Navy blue long pants with straight cut footing - no ruffled footing. Pants are to be worn at the waist — no sagging.
2. Plain khaki short-sleeved shirt tucked into the underwear with a pocket on the left and a pocket on the right side of shirt.
3. Plain socks and plain white undershirt.
4. Black belt and shoes to be worn along with their uniform outfit.
5. Cadet badge on the right side of the shirt held firmly by press studs.
Girls
1. Navy blue skirts uniform worn 2 inches below the knees or navy blue long pants with straight cut footing.
2. Plain khaki short-sleeved blouse/shirt tucked into the underwear with a pocket on the left and a pocket on the right side of shirt.
3. Plain socks and plain white undershirt.
4. Black belt and shoes to be worn along with their uniform outfit.
5. Small stub earring (gold or silver) may be worn.
Uniforms are the property of the Corp and are to be returned upon request or upon leaving the Corp.
Uniforms are classified as Class A and Class B. Class A is the full uniform/parade attire, and Class B is the Corp’s T-shirt and navy blue shorts with legs not more than 2 inches above the knee.Class B Uniform
