Student Paramedic Uniform Policy

As a student paramedic, you will be expected to wear a uniform when in practice settings and during some skill sessions within the University.

It is important that the uniform worn is correct and complies with relevant health and safety requirements and that you do comply with these.

You are also representing your University and your future profession.

We will supply the following uniform items:

The reflective jacket and Soft Shell jacket will be returned to the University at the end of your course. Failure to do so will result in a charge for these items being applied to you.

Additional cost

You will need to purchase at cost to yourself any additional or replacements of the following items:

• Polo shirts
• Trousers
• Boots
• Jackets (must be University approved)
• Student leisure tops (Jacket/sweatshirt –from Student Union)
• Belts (black)

Please note that all uniform items must comply with current health and safety requirements. Furthermore, only items purchased through recognised University suppliers will be allowed to be worn in practice settings.

Wearing Uniform

The uniform will clearly identify you as a student paramedic from University of Gloucestershire. As such you will be easily identifiable.

Your uniform should be clean and ironed to provide a professional appearance.

When traveling to or from a placement setting it is important that you either cover your uniform with a coat (for example) or change into civilian clothes at the end of your working day.

You must not wear the uniform to do your shopping in or go to the local public house.

Hygiene

Maintaining your personal hygiene is important. Please ensure that you shower daily. Deodorants should be used. You may wish to carry a spare deodorant with you daily whilst on practice settings.

Uniform should be laundered as per the manufacturer’s guidelines on a regular basis at the end of your working day.

The only exception is the reflective jacket. With the reflective jacket please adhere to the washing guidance on the label inside the jacket.

Appearance

• Hair neat and tied up off the collar
• Single stud ear / nose rings – usually one set worn only.
• Neutral lipstick colour
• Finger nails short and clean
• Neutral nail varnish colour
• Shoes cleaned and polish applied regularly

Remember you are representing yourself, the University and your chosen profession.