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BOP Program Statement 5230.05 § 7
[HAIRPIECES §551.3 Inmates may not wear wigs or artificial
hairpieces, unless medical authorization to do so is approved by
the Warden.]
8. [HAIR LENGTH §551.4
a. The Warden may not restrict hair length if the inmate keeps
it neat and clean.]
An inmate may have a shaved head or long hair.
[b. The Warden shall require an inmate with long hair to wear
a cap or hair net when working in food service or where long hair
could result in increased likelihood of work injury.
c. The Warden shall make available to an inmate hair care
services which comply with applicable health and sanitation
requirements.]
Where practicable, hair is to be cut in a room or rooms
specifically designated for that purpose. A multi-purpose area
may be used where this is not practicable. Hair cutting shall be
done in an area that permits observation by staff. Equipment
P.S. 5230.05
November 4, 1996
Page 3
must to be stored securely when not in use. A current inventory
of hair cutting equipment shall be maintained.
History
PS 5230.05 dated 1996-11-04
Provenance
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- bop.gov
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- 2026-09-20
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- bop-ps-2026-09-20
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