Skip to Content

AR 670-1 3–11: Identification Tags and Security Identification Badges

a. Identification tags

Wearing identification tags is governed by AR 600–8–14 and DA Pam 600–8–14.

(1)

Soldiers will wear identification tags at all times while on duty in uniform unless otherwise directed by the commander.

(2)

Personnel will wear identification tags around the neck, except when safety considerations apply (such as during physical training).

Referenced Regulation: AR 600–8–14

AR 600–8–14 establishes policies and procedures regarding Army identification cards and identification tags.

Referenced Publication: DA Pam 600–8–14

DA Pam 600–8–14 provides detailed administrative guidance regarding Army identification cards and identification tags.

b. Security identification badges

In restricted areas, commanders may prescribe wearing security identification badges, in accordance with AR 600–8–14 and other applicable regulations.

Personnel will not wear security identification badges outside the area for which they are required.

Personnel will not hang other items from the security identification badge(s).

The manner of wear will be determined by the organization that requires wearing the badges.

Referenced Regulation: AR 600–8–14

AR 600–8–14 establishes policies and procedures regarding Army identification cards and identification tags.