Let it never be said that Disney is not a force to be reckoned with. It is easily one of the most recognizable brands on the face of the earth with its mascot, Mickey Mouse, being one of the most famous characters in history.

But what’s not as well known are the strict rules and regulations all Disney World cast members must abide by. It’s not unusual for a huge employer to expect its staff to adhere to high standards, but some of the following are evidence of just how far cast members must go in order to keep pulling in a pay check.

1. Cast Members

First of all, when you work for Disney, you’re not an employee. You’re a cast member. From the characters, to the ride operators, to the janitors…they’re all cast members. 

2. They Know Everything

A cast member is never allowed to say “I don’t know.” If a guests asks a question that they don’t know the answer to, they have to pick up a telephone and call an operator. 

3. Facial Hair

All facial hair on cast members has to be fully grown in and neatly trimmed. They cannot shape their beards, and their mustache cannot extend over the lip or further than the corners of their mouth.  

4. Hair Code

Male and female cast members are not allowed to shave their eyebrows. Men’s hair cannot extend over their ears or shirt collars. Women’s hair has to be neatly brushed. Braids are allowed, but not beads. 

5. Autographs

The cast members playing characters have to follow specific guidelines so that each autograph looks identical. That way, no matter who is in the Mickey costume, the experience is the same. 

6. Must Be This Tall

There’s a height requirement to be one of the characters. To play a princess, you need to be between 5’4″ and 5’8″. 

7. Hands Off

Women’s fingernails cannot exceed a quarter of an inch past the fingertip, and nail polish is not allowed. Meanwhile, men’s nails cannot go past their fingertip. 

8. Body Art Limits

Visible tattoos, tongue piercings, and ear gauges are simply not allowed. 

9. Even Down to the Glasses

Cast members who wear glasses can’t wear frames that display logos or brands. Also, the color and the frame must be conventional. 

10. Spotless

There’s a reason the theme parks always look so clean. Everyone working there is told to pick up trash if they see it on the ground. 

11. Scoop it Up

When a cast member does sees trash on the ground, they can’t bend over. They have to pick it up in a scooping method. 

12. No Pointing

If you ask a cast member for directions, look at how they point. It’s usually a gesture with the whole hand, or with two fingers. They never point with one finger, because in some cultures it’s considered offensive. 

13. Social Media a No No

If you work at Disney, you cannot talk about what you do on any social media platforms. 

14. First Name Basis

Walt Disney only liked to be called “Walt,” which is why you only see first names on the employee tags.