Dress Code
Appearance and personal hygiene should reflect the professional image of Mater Health Services.
The following are not acceptable:
• Singlets
• Clothing with offensive messages or pictures
• Short skirts or shorts
• Very sheer blouses
• Halter tops or other tops that expose the midriff
• Low cut tops / blouses that expose cleavage
• Backless dresses
Shoes
Shoes should be appropriate and meet all necessary Workplace Health & Safety Standards e.g. medium heels, non slip soles, preferably secured at ankle. When attending vocational placement in clinical areas, shoes must be worn which are completely enclosed i.e. no open toe or backless shoes. Thongs and stilettos are not permitted in clinical areas. Students are responsible for their footwear.
Hair
Hair should be clean and tidy at all times and worn above the collar when in clinical areas. Men should be cleanly shaven, however, beards and moustaches are acceptable if well groomed and trimmed.
Jewellery
Jewellery should not be excessive or distracting:
• Earrings should be safe and appropriate to the work area specifically
• Visible piercing should be restricted to ears (ear lobes)
• Tongue, lip, nose or brow piercing jewellery must be removed during work hours
• Body jewellery MUST be removed in patient care and clinical service areas
Tattoos / Body Art
Visible tattoos are discouraged, unless required for religious reasons. Offensive tattoos are not permitted. If already in existence, tattoos should be covered or concealed beneath clothing at all times.
Nails
Nails should be clean and neat. False nails should not be worn in patient care and clinical areas
Personal Hygiene
A high standard of personal hygiene should be maintained. It is important to consider the comfort of other students and staff
See Vocational Placement for dress requirements in clinical areas