Encl. (3) to COMDTINST 1001.1A
Sample CG-3307 for Tattoo/Brand on Head, Neck, Face, or Hands
Entry Type: Performance and Discipline (P&D 36)
Reference:
Tattoo, Body Marking, Body Piercing and Mutilation Policy, COMDTINST
1000.1A
Responsible Level: Unit
Entry:
(DATE): In accordance with COMDTINST 1000.1A, tattoos/brands located anywhere on the
head, face, neck above the t-shirt line, or hands below the wrist are prohibited, and are a basis for
separation from the service. The tattooing/branding on your ______ (neck/face/hand) has been
evaluated and determined to be outside the bounds of current Coast Guard Tattooing and Branding
policy. I encourage you to seek competent medical advice regarding the removal of the tattoo(s).
You have until ______________ to seek such advice and to make a decision. Should you choose
not to remove the tattoo/brand, I will begin separation action. A description of the disqualifying
tattoos/brands is as follows:
Left Hand: Ship's anchor between thumb and forefinger.
Left Neck: Chinese symbol
A. B. SEA, CAPT, USCG
Commanding Officer
(DATE): I acknowledge the above entry, have been afforded the opportunity to review Tattoo, Body
Marking, Body Piercing and Mutilation Policy, COMDTINST 1000.1A, and fully understand the action
required.
J. P. JONES
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