PNP GOA Type A Uniform: Bush Coat Specifications & Tamang Bihis Standards
The Philippine National Police General Office Attire (GOA) Type A Bush Coat serves as the primary formal office uniform representing law enforcement authority, ceremonial decorum, and structural discipline. Standardized under NAPOLCOM directives and the PNP Uniform and Equipment Board, this specification details the 19 core components, male and female tailoring cuts, female pants addenda under Resolution No. 2016-141, official maternity dress standards under Resolution No. 2024-0852, accoutrement placement protocols, and legal safeguards protecting official police attire.
- Garment Structure
- 4-Pocket Bush Coat with Epaulets & Notch Lapel
- Authorized Ranks
- PCO (Commissioned) & Authorized PNCO
- Key Regulations
- NAPOLCOM Res No. 2016-141 & Res No. 2024-0852
- Legal Protection
- Executive Order 297 & RPC Articles 177 / 179
Authorized Occasions for PNP GOA Type A
Under the Tamang Bihis regulatory framework, the Philippine National Police maintains distinct uniform configurations for routine administrative work, formal engagements, tactical operations, and special duties. The GOA Type A Bush Coat represents the formal pinnacle of daily administrative wear.
Headquarters & Command Duties
Prescribed for duty wear at the National Headquarters in Camp Crame, Police Regional Offices (PRO), Police Provincial Offices (PPO), and City Police Offices during designated formal office days, high level command briefings, and institutional turnover ceremonies.
Legislative & Judicial Appearances
Mandatory attire when summoned to testify before Philippine judicial courts, Senate inquiries, House of Representatives committee hearings, or when attending formal inter-agency conferences with the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) and NAPOLCOM.
Heightened Alert & Honors
Designated attire during heightened alert declarations, official VIP escort receptions, retirement testimonials, and official police delegational events where formal service dress provides visible institutional dignity without requiring full dress blues.
Bush Coat Garment Architecture & Construction Standards
The centerpiece of the GOA Type A uniform is the precision tailored Bush Coat. Engineered from breathable tropical wool polyester blends, each panel is structured to endure long duty hours in Philippine tropical humidity while preserving crisp military drape.
Collar, Lapels & Shoulder Straps
Constructed with a notched collar and soft fused canvas interlining to prevent curling. Shoulder straps (epaulets) extend from the collar seam to the armhole seam, secured with 24-ligne gold plated PNP buttons. Shoulder loops hold metal rank insignia for Police Commissioned Officers (PCOs) or chevron devices for authorized non-commissioned personnel.
Internal shoulder pads provide structured military posture without excessive bulk, accommodating duty movement and firearm retention harnesses.
4-Pocket Symmetry & Badge Eyelet
Features two upper breast patch pockets with center box pleats and scalloped three point flaps secured with concealed button closures. The left breast pocket flap incorporates a reinforced vertical slit eyelet to mount the metal PNP breast badge without puncturing cloth.
Two lower concealed bellows pockets feature straight horizontal flaps, offering sleek outward lines while providing functional utility for notebooks, documentation, and communication accessories.
Straight Cut Tucked-Out Hem
The Bush Coat is cut straight across the bottom hemline and is worn strictly untucked over the trousers or skirt. The front closure features four evenly spaced heavy duty buttons concealed under a fly front placket, delivering an uncluttered, authoritative silhouette.
Side vents or back center kick vents allow smooth movement when transitioning between standing posture and desk work or vehicle seating.
Tropical Fabric Specifications
Constructed from authorized 65/35 poly-wool or high-twist tropical gabardine in official PNP navy blue. The textile provides high colorfastness against UV degradation, anti-pilling resistance, and moisture wicking airflow suited to the Philippine climate.
Internal linings utilize breathable viscose or lightweight taffeta across chest panels for smooth sliding over the mandatory white cotton V-neck undershirt.
The Complete 19-Component Tamang Bihis Inventory
A compliant PNP GOA Type A uniform requires strict adherence to all nineteen official components and accoutrements. Missing any single element constitutes an administrative inspection deficiency during formal Monday rank formations.
Pershing Cap (Headgear)
Peaked service cap with dark navy wool crown, high gloss patent visor, gold chin strap, and gilt PNP cap device. PCO caps feature embroidered gold bullion laurel leaves (sampaguita buds) on the visor corresponding to star or field grade tier, while PNCO caps feature plain black bands.
Bush Coat Outer Shell
The formal short-sleeved or long-sleeved four-pocket navy blue coat with notched lapel, epaulets, and straight bottom hemline worn untucked.
White V-Neck T-Shirt
100% combed cotton undershirt worn beneath the Bush Coat. The V-neck cut prevents the undershirt collar from showing above the open lapel of the coat.
Metal Rank Insignia
Official polished metallic rank devices pinned or affixed to the shoulder loops. Silver bars, stars, and emblems identify officer grade in strict compliance with RA 11200 rank nomenclature.
Official PNP Metal Badge
Authorized brass PNP shield badge centered vertically on the left breast pocket, positioned directly below the pocket flap using the built in coat eyelet tab.
Engraved Nameplate
Polished black acrylic or metallic nameplate with gold or white lettering displaying the officer surname. Worn horizontally centered above or on the right breast pocket flap.
Citations and Decoration Ribbons
Official service awards, gallantry medals, and campaign ribbons arranged in rows of three, centered horizontally 1/4 inch above the left breast pocket flap in order of precedence.
Marksmanship Qualification Badge
Metallic shooting proficiency badge (Expert, Sharpshooter, or Marksman) positioned centered on the right breast pocket flap or directly below the nameplate.
Highest Mandatory Training Badge
Accredited pin signifying completion of officer senior executive courses, officer advance courses, or career development courses, mounted above the ribbon bar on the left side.
Competency and Eligibility Training Badge
Recognized specialist qualification badge denoting investigative, tactical, or intelligence schooling, positioned according to PNP training patch protocol.
Specialization Badge
Distinctive unit qualification insignia representing explosive ordnance disposal, aviation security, marine policing, or criminal investigation expertise.
Blue Belt with PNP Buckle
1.25 inch dark blue webbing belt secured with a gold plated brass buckle stamped with the official Philippine National Police emblem, worn with pants.
Trousers (Pants without Piping)
Straight-cut dark navy trousers tailored without side piping when paired with the Bush Coat in accordance with NAPOLCOM Resolution No. 2016-141. Cut with slight break over shoe tops.
Service Skirt (Female Personnel Option)
Tailored knee-length A-line skirt in matching navy blue fabric, featuring a rear kick pleat and discreet side zipper closure for formal ceremonial appearances.
Skin-Tone Seamless Stockings
Mandatory plain, sheer nylon hosiery in natural skin tone worn by female officers whenever the uniform is paired with the official service skirt.
Black Dress Socks
Solid black crew socks without logos, stripes, or patterns, mandatory for both male and female officers wearing trousers.
Low Clarino Patent Leather Dress Shoes
High-gloss patent leather or mirror-shined low-quarter oxford shoes with plain round toes and non-slip rubber soles, worn with trousers.
Ladies Low Heel Dress Shoes
Black semi-gloss leather closed-toe pumps featuring a modest 1.5 to 2 inch Cuban heel, mandatory for female officers wearing the service skirt.
Female Structured Service Headgear
Official structured brimmed cap or garrison headgear designed specifically for female police personnel, matching the navy blue coat fabric with gilt insignia.
Male and Female Tailoring Cut Differentiation
While the visual identity of the PNP GOA Type A is completely unified, master tailoring patterns differ between male and female officers to ensure ergonomic freedom of movement, professional comfort, and precise anatomical fit.
Male Bush Coat & Trousers Cut
- Shoulder Span: Structured chest-to-shoulder ratio with built-in shoulder pads supporting duty posture and rank loops.
- Torso Silhouette: Gentle suppression at the natural waistline with straight bottom hem extending 2 inches below the hip line.
- Trousers Cut: Mid-rise waist designed for the 1.25 inch blue service belt, straight-leg profile, two side slash pockets, two rear welt pockets with button closures.
- Footwear Pairing: Low Clarino patent leather oxfords paired with black dress socks.
Female Bush Coat, Pants & Skirt Cut
- Bust & Waist Darts: Anatomical front princess seams and contouring back darts providing a tailored fit without restricting torso rotation.
- Coat Length: Proportionately shortened to align at the mid-hip level, avoiding hem flare over either trousers or skirts.
- Lower Options: Choice between straight-leg trousers without piping or formal A-line skirt hitting right at the kneecap.
- Footwear Pairing: Low Clarino shoes for pants; black 1.5 to 2 inch leather pumps paired with seamless skin-tone hosiery for skirts.
NAPOLCOM Resolution No. 2016-141: Addenda on GOA Pants
Approved to eliminate uniform inconsistency across national police commands, NAPOLCOM Resolution No. 2016-141 governs the exact pairing of pants and skirts for female uniformed personnel, specifically regulating pants piping.
| Uniform Type | Upper Garment | Authorized Female Lower Garment | Side Piping Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| GOA Type A (Bush Coat) | Navy Blue Bush Coat with Epaulets & Lapel | Pants or Formal Service Skirt | No Piping: Solid dark navy fabric matching coat without lateral side stripes. |
| GOA Type B (Shirt with Tie) | Light Blue Long-Sleeve Shirt with Necktie | Dark Navy Trousers or Service Skirt | No Piping: Prescribed solid navy trousers for formal hearings. |
| GOA Type C (Daily Office) | Light Blue Short-Sleeve Shirt with Pinstripes | Pants with Piping | With Piping: Prescribed lateral piping in accordance with prior NAPOLCOM Res No. 2005-114. |
Administrative Enforcement Notice
NAPOLCOM Resolution No. 2016-141 explicitly clarifies that regional, provincial, and city directors are prohibited from unilaterally altering uniform guidelines or permitting the interchangeable daily use of pants and skirts outside standard directives. The Bush Coat requires solid unpiped pants to preserve heraldic dignity.
NAPOLCOM Resolution No. 2024-0852: Maternity Dress Standards
Promulgated in July 2024, NAPOLCOM Resolution No. 2024-0852 establishes comprehensive minimum standards for PNP Maternity Dress uniforms across all General Office Attire types, ensuring gender-sensitive inclusivity and comfort for pregnant police officers.
Maternity GOA Type A Bush Coat
Engineered as a short-sleeved collared coat featuring two breast pockets with flaps, two lower concealed pockets with flaps, shoulder loops, and a straight-cut hemline worn untucked. Features an internal badge sheath tab on the left breast.
Side Adjustment Belts & Expandable Pleats
Incorporates adjustable fabric belts or buttoned ties sewn securely into the side seams. These allow gradual lateral expansion as pregnancy advances, eliminating abdominal pressure while maintaining a crisp, professional drape.
Gartered Waistband with Adjustment Tabs
Prescribes maternity GOA pants equipped with a high-rise elasticized garter waistband and interior buttonhole adjustment tabs. Tailored in straight-cut navy fabric with deep side slash pockets for maximum ergonomic support.
Procurement Transparency under Republic Act No. 9184
Resolution No. 2024-0852 mandates that all police regional offices, logistics support units, and accredited uniform manufacturers strictly adhere to these technical specifications during institutional uniform procurement, safeguarding quality and ensuring maternity uniforms are delivered without financial compromise to female personnel.
Legal Protections: Executive Order 297 & The Revised Penal Code
Official Philippine National Police uniforms, badges, rank insignias, and accoutrements are protected by strict statutory safeguards. Unauthorized commercial production, illegal civilian wearing, or imitation of police uniforms constitutes a serious criminal violation under Philippine jurisprudence.
Executive Order No. 297 Regulations
Regulates the manufacture, sale, distribution, and possession of uniforms, insignias, and other accoutrements of the Philippine National Police.
Under EO 297, only accredited manufacturers possessing valid PNP accreditation certificates are authorized to fabricate official uniforms. Accredited tailors are legally required to verify active police credentials and maintain documented registers of all buyers. Commercial tailors or retailers caught selling PNP garments to unauthorized individuals face immediate revocation of business permits, permanent operational closure, and confiscation of all inventory and machinery.
Revised Penal Code Articles 177 & 179
Article 177 (Usurpation of Authority or Official Functions): Imposes imprisonment of prision correccional in its minimum and medium periods upon anyone who knowingly falsely represents themselves to be an officer, agent, or attorney of any department or agency of the Philippine Government.
Article 179 (Illegal Use of Uniforms or Insignia): Imposes imprisonment of arresto mayor in its maximum period to prision correccional in its minimum period upon any person who publicly and improperly wears the uniform or insignia of an office or position that they do not hold.
Uniform Integrity across Uniformed Services (BuCor Manual 2024 Alignment)
As affirmed in the 2024 Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) Manual and joint uniformed service directives, uniform discipline represents the sovereign authority of the state. Civilians, private security guards, and entertainment productions are strictly barred from wearing authentic PNP uniforms or badges in public without written authorization from the Chief, PNP.
Junior Cadet & Commemorative Academy Tailoring
Beyond active police force allocations, RB Advertising crafts proportional junior cadet Bush Coat uniforms for recognized police youth academies, scouting exhibitions, and United Nations or career day educational events.
Youth Academy Cadets
Constructed for students enrolled in junior police leadership programs, criminology laboratory seminars, and ceremonial color guard units with scaled-down proportions matching youth physiques.
Soft Inset Insignia
Insignias and badge emblems for kids and youth uniforms are executed using soft computerized embroidery directly into the fabric, eliminating sharp metal pins to ensure child safety during active drills.
Durable Poly-Cotton Twill
Tailored in lightweight, wrinkle-resistant poly-cotton blends that withstand frequent machine laundering while retaining colorfast navy tones and sharp pleat creases.
Precision Tajima Computerized Embroidery & Tailoring in Tagum City
At RB Advertising, every PNP GOA Type A Bush Coat is crafted with uncompromising fidelity to official police heraldry. Utilizing Japanese multi-head Tajima embroidery machinery, our Tagum City facility produces needlepoint emblems with surgical precision.
Tajima Multi-Head High Density Stitching
Our facility operates industrial Tajima embroidery platforms utilizing 100% Madeira poly-neon and metallic gold threads. Unit patches, regional shields, and service ribbons feature high density satin and fill stitches that resist fraying, chemical bleaching, and humid weather degradation.
Shoulder loop ranks and badge backing tabs are double-reinforced with non-woven stabilizers to ensure crisp positioning on coat epaulets.
Officer Measurement Parameters
Custom tailored uniforms require exact anatomical measurements taken over light undergarments:
- Chest / Bust: Fullest point across the shoulder blades and nipple line.
- Shoulder Width: Tip of left acromion bone to right acromion across neck curvature.
- Coat Length: Nape of neck to lower hip line (tucked-out coverage).
- Sleeve Length: Shoulder point to wrist bone for long sleeve or mid-bicep for short sleeve.
- Waist & Outseam: Natural waist circumference and outseam to top of shoe heel.
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding PNP GOA Type A
Authoritative answers addressing uniform procurement, wear protocol, female piping regulations, and legal verification.
What distinguishes the PNP GOA Type A from GOA Type B and Type C?
Why are female GOA pants worn with the Bush Coat tailored without side piping?
What are the approved specifications for PNP Maternity GOA Type A uniforms?
Who is legally authorized to purchase an authentic PNP Bush Coat uniform?
What are the criminal penalties for civilians caught wearing an official PNP uniform?
How are medals and ribbons arranged on the PNP Bush Coat?
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