Standard Operating Procedure (Command) - Revision history

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			{{SOP}}

	==Councilors==		==Councilors==
	All Faction Heads and the Premier are Councilors, tasked not only with managing their individual departments but also working together to make the executive decisions that impact the whole colony. Each Councilor has their area of authority and a responsibility to inform the Council of significant happenings within that area of authority.		All Faction Heads and the Premier are Councilors, tasked not only with managing their individual departments but also working together to make the executive decisions that impact the whole colony. Each Councilor has their area of authority and a responsibility to inform the Council of significant happenings within that area of authority.

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Executing Sanctions: clarification

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	=== Executing Sanctions ===		=== Executing Sanctions ===
	All employment sanctions must be documented with paperwork, usually an [[Example Paperwork#Employment Sanctions Form\|LC-005]] form but any form that conveys the same information may be used. Evidence and testimony supporting the sanctions, must be faxed to the High Councilor, and a copy provided to the sanctioned employee. If the employee plans to contest the sanction indicate it within the form. Attempts at sanctions without submitting the proper paperwork is considered a violation of [[Laws#Exceptional Offenses\|§403]] - Exceeding Official Powers.		All employment sanctions must be documented with paperwork, usually an [[Example Paperwork#Employment Sanctions Form\|LC-005]] form but any form that conveys the same information may be used. Evidence and testimony supporting the sanctions, must be faxed to the High Councilor and a [[Example Paperwork#Employment Sanctions Form\|LC-005]] copy provided to the sanctioned employee. If the employee plans to contest the sanction indicate it within the form. Attempts at sanctions without submitting the proper paperwork is considered a violation of [[Laws#Exceptional Offenses\|§403]] - Exceeding Official Powers.

	The employee is to surrender their ID (or have it taken by Marshals if in Marshal custody) and it is to be stripped of all access not granted by their new role. Employees that wish to contest the demotion may write an appeal and fax it to the High Councilor so that it may be considered when determining whether the sanction is warranted.		The employee is to surrender their ID (or have it taken by Marshals if in Marshal custody) and it is to be stripped of all access not granted by their new role. Employees that wish to contest the demotion may write an appeal and fax it to the High Councilor so that it may be considered when determining whether the sanction is warranted.

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	====== Long-Term Sanctions: ======		====== Long-Term Sanctions: ======
	Long-Term Sanctions are for long-term dismissals, such as in severe cases of ~~distribution~~, anti-corporate crime, etc. Unless successfully appealed within the same shift, long term disciplinary action may only be undone by either a successful appeal to the headquarters of their faction or by rehiring/promotion by a Head of their faction at least two weeks after the initial firing.		Long-Term Sanctions are for long-term dismissals, such as in severe cases of disruption, anti-corporate crime, etc. Unless successfully appealed within the same shift, long term disciplinary action may only be undone by either a successful appeal to the headquarters of their faction or by rehiring/promotion by a Head of their faction at least two weeks after the initial firing.

	Long-Term Sanctions last for a minimum of six months on one's Employment Records after being rehired or repromoted. Failing to keep sanctions in records may lead to [[Rules#You are expected to obey the chain of command (within reason)\|administration]] action.		Long-Term Sanctions last for a minimum of six months on one's Employment Records after being rehired or repromoted. Failing to keep sanctions in records may lead to [[Rules#You are expected to obey the chain of command (within reason)\|administration]] action.

LillyTrilby: Rewords Sanctions titles to be accurate

2024-11-01T19:39:19Z

Rewords Sanctions titles to be accurate

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	** In the event of the Foreigner causing issues before a return fax is received, the counselor should be charged with any crimes the Foreigner committed, in addition to 301, 'Negligence.' If a reply is received to deny this Foreigner entry into the colony, they should be expelled without consequence to the councilor unless the Foreigner caused problems.		** In the event of the Foreigner causing issues before a return fax is received, the counselor should be charged with any crimes the Foreigner committed, in addition to 301, 'Negligence.' If a reply is received to deny this Foreigner entry into the colony, they should be expelled without consequence to the councilor unless the Foreigner caused problems.
	==Employment Sanctions==		==Employment Sanctions==
	====== ~~Temporary~~ Sanctions: ======		====== Shift Sanctions: ======
	~~Temporary~~ Sanctions, are actions taken for a specific shift; such as when an employee is disruptive to the workplace but still holds value to the company. ~~Temporary~~ Sanctions may impact future employment in cases of repetitive behavior. ~~Temporary sanctions~~ last for a minimum of three months on ~~ones~~ Employment Records, failing to do so may lead to [[Rules#You are expected to obey the chain of command (within reason)\|administration]] action.		Shift Sanctions are actions taken for a specific shift; such as when an employee is disruptive to the workplace but still holds value to the company. Shift Sanctions may impact future employment in cases of repetitive behavior.
	====== ~~Permanent~~ Sanctions: ======
	~~Permanent~~ Sanctions are for long-term dismissals, such as in severe cases of distribution, anti-corporate crime, etc. ~~Permanent sanctions are placed on Employment Records and~~ may only be ~~removed~~ after minimum of six months after being rehired or repromoted. Failing to keep sanctions in records may lead to [[Rules#You are expected to obey the chain of command (within reason)\|administration]] action. Unless successfully appealed within the same shift, permanent disciplinary action may only be undone by either a successful appeal to the headquarters of their faction or by rehiring/promotion by a Head of their faction after two weeks of the initial firing.		Shift Sanctions last for a minimum of three months on one's Employment Records, failing to do so may lead to [[Rules#You are expected to obey the chain of command (within reason)\|administration]] action.

			====== Long-Term Sanctions: ======
			Long-Term Sanctions are for long-term dismissals, such as in severe cases of distribution, anti-corporate crime, etc. Unless successfully appealed within the same shift, long term disciplinary action may only be undone by either a successful appeal to the headquarters of their faction or by rehiring/promotion by a Head of their faction at least two weeks after the initial firing.

			Long-Term Sanctions last for a minimum of six months on one's Employment Records after being rehired or repromoted. Failing to keep sanctions in records may lead to [[Rules#You are expected to obey the chain of command (within reason)\|administration]] action.

	==== Types Of Sanctions ====		==== Types Of Sanctions ====
	These are the types of formal action that may be taken by a department head on their departmental employee, or lower council against an employee of a department.		These are the types of formal action that may be taken by a department head on their departmental employee, or lower council against an employee of a department.
	====== Reprimand: ======		====== Reprimand: ======
	Reprimands are just a formal finding of wrongdoing that is recorded for use in future disciplinary proceedings. Reprimands can be either ~~Temporary~~, or ~~Permanent,~~ Sanction.		Reprimands are just a formal finding of wrongdoing that is recorded for use in future disciplinary proceedings. Reprimands can be either Shift, or Long-Term Sanction.

	====== Demotion: ======		====== Demotion: ======
	Demotions are reducing someone to a lower position within the department~~, and may be temporary or permanent~~. Demotion is only possible where the original role includes all skill requirements of the lower role. Head of Staff may be demoted to any rank within the department. Demotions can be either ~~Temporary~~, or ~~Permanent,~~ Sanction.		Demotions are reducing someone to a lower position within the department. Demotion is only possible where the original role includes all skill requirements of the lower role. Head of Staff may be demoted to any rank within the department. Demotions can be either Shift Sanction, or Long-Term Sanction.

	====== Dismissal: ======		====== Dismissal: ======
	Dismissal entails removing someone from the department entirely for the duration of the shift. When done they are to have their ID shredded or modified to no longer have access. Dismissals are always ~~Temporary~~ Sanctions		Dismissal entails removing someone from the department entirely for the duration of the shift. When done they are to have their ID shredded or modified to no longer have access. Dismissals are always Shift Sanctions

	====== Firing: ======		====== Firing: ======
	Firing entails removing someone from the department on a long-term basis. Firing is always ~~Permanent Sanctions~~.		Firing entails removing someone from the department on a long-term basis. Firing is always Long-Term Sanction.

	=== Who can impose a Sanction ===		=== Who can impose a Sanction ===
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	* The choice to impose or not impose sanctions, and what sanctions to impose, is generally within the discretion of the Heads, however such discretion comes with a responsibility to do so when necessary and be proportional in sanctions imposed.		* The choice to impose or not impose sanctions, and what sanctions to impose, is generally within the discretion of the Heads, however such discretion comes with a responsibility to do so when necessary and be proportional in sanctions imposed.
	* Minor infractions, such as simple failure to follow an order or moderate crimes, should not result in ~~permanent sanctions~~ unless repeated over the course of multiple shifts.		* Minor infractions, such as simple failure to follow an order or moderate crimes, should not result in Long-Term Sanction unless repeated over the course of multiple shifts.
	* Major or repeated infractions should not be ignored, especially when they negatively affect other members of the faction. If a Head is found to be abusing their powers of discretion, investigators may be sent to explore possible sanctions against them.		* Major or repeated infractions should not be ignored, especially when they negatively affect other members of the faction. If a Head is found to be abusing their powers of discretion, investigators may be sent to explore possible sanctions against them.

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 ** An example of a situation that this style of vote may be used for is the allowance of a Foreigner (Outsider) into the colony. This vote MUST be done before allowing the Foreigner entry. In this case, they may be allowed inside without waiting for a reply of approval, so long as this is sent first.
 ** In the event of the Foreigner causing issues before a return fax is received, the counselor should be charged with any crimes the Foreigner committed, in addition to 301, 'Negligence.' If a reply is received to deny this Foreigner entry into the colony, they should be expelled without consequence to the councilor unless the Foreigner caused problems.
 ==Faxes==
 As a head of staff and Council member, you are the most responsible person within your department and as such are expected to handle most situations without having to ask the High Council for instructions. Faxes should be sent to the High Council for one of four reasons. Firstly, to inform them of a significant occurrence in the upper colony, such as an attack by outside forces, or to request information previously gathered. These faxes merit a Low priority level, as they are merely informative. Secondly, to have a job request put on the Personnel Request System for expertise the upper colony needs. These faxes usually merit Medium or High priority, depending on how significant and urgent the issue is. Thirdly, if a matter would normally be determined by a Councilor who is not present, the relevant Faction Owner may be faxed instead if a decision is absolutely necessary. And finally, there may still come issues that are beyond a Faction Head’s hands, experience, or capabilities, and a fax may be sent if truly necessary. The High Council may not always respond to a fax sent to them, especially when the fax sent does not warrant a response from the High Council. The High Council will send a response only when it's truly needed, and faxes that do nothing but waste the High Council’s time may merit a charge of §111 - Sending a Time Wasting Fax.

SingingSpock: Adds responsibility to know employment rights and sanctions

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Adds responsibility to know employment rights and sanctions

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	* Councilors have the right and responsibility to vote in all Low Council decisions.		* Councilors have the right and responsibility to vote in all Low Council decisions.
	* Councilors have the responsibility to have at least basic proficiency in the [[Laws]], Command SOP, and [[Standard Operating Procedure (Legal)\|Legal SOP]], as well as a high level proficiency in their Department SOP.		* Councilors have the responsibility to have at least basic proficiency in the [[Laws]], Command SOP, and [[Standard Operating Procedure (Legal)\|Legal SOP]], as well as a high level proficiency in their Department SOP.
			* Councilors have the responsibility to have at least medium proficiency in General SOP in regards to employment rights and sanctions.
	* Councilors have the right and responsibility to ensure members of their faction are represented in legal matters, per legal SOP. The Premier has the general duty of providing legal representation, but a Faction Head may choose to represent their own employee if they wish, and they are obligated to do so if there is no Premier.		* Councilors have the right and responsibility to ensure members of their faction are represented in legal matters, per legal SOP. The Premier has the general duty of providing legal representation, but a Faction Head may choose to represent their own employee if they wish, and they are obligated to do so if there is no Premier.
	* In the absence of both Premier and Faction Head, any other Councilor has the right to represent an unrepresented party with the consent of that individual, but they have no responsibility to do so.		* In the absence of both Premier and Faction Head, any other Councilor has the right to represent an unrepresented party with the consent of that individual, but they have no responsibility to do so.
	* Councilors have the responsibility to maintain professional decorum when conducting any official business with the Council, including speaking on the Command channel, or acting in their role as Head of their faction.		* Councilors have the responsibility to maintain professional decorum when conducting any official business with the Council, including speaking on the Command channel, or acting in their role as Head of their faction.
	* Councilors have the responsibility to inform the Council of anything their faction encounters that may endanger the colony as a whole.		* Councilors have the responsibility to inform the Council of anything their faction encounters that may endanger the colony as a whole.
	* Councilors have the responsibility to have at least a basic ~~level of~~ proficiency in all matters of their Faction’s responsibility.		* Councilors have the responsibility to have at least basic proficiency in all matters of their Faction’s responsibility.
	* Councilors have the responsibility to prioritize their duties to their faction and the colony over personal interests and other religious, cultural, or familial loyalties.		* Councilors have the responsibility to prioritize their duties to their faction and the colony over personal interests and other religious, cultural, or familial loyalties.

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Council can't pardon 400/500 offenses

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	* A faction may not be forbidden from performing their primary roles (excepting where their departmental SOP explicitly permits a Council intervention)		* A faction may not be forbidden from performing their primary roles (excepting where their departmental SOP explicitly permits a Council intervention)
	* The guilt or innocence of a colonist can only be determined by the Council through a Tribunal, detailed in Legal SOP		* The guilt or innocence of a colonist can only be determined by the Council through a Tribunal, detailed in Legal SOP
	* Section 400 and 500 laws cannot be changed, nor can new offenses be added to those sections.		* Section 400 and 500 laws cannot be changed, nor can new offenses be added to those sections, nor can pardons for offenses of those laws be issued
	* Section 400 and lower laws can be suspended by vote of the Council during times of Red Alert. Such a suspension is automatically lifted upon conclusion of the Red Alert.		* Section 400 and lower laws can be suspended by vote of the Council during times of Red Alert. Such a suspension is automatically lifted upon conclusion of the Red Alert.
	* General, Command, and Legal SOP cannot be changed.		* General, Command, and Legal SOP cannot be changed.
	* Departmental SOP cannot be changed without the assent of the relevant Faction Head. This means that if that Head is absent, the department SOP may not be changed.		* Departmental SOP cannot be changed without the assent of the relevant Faction Head. This means that if that Head is absent, the department SOP may not be changed.
	* If the Low Council believes that a long-term change to policy or the law is necessary, they may vote to petition the High Council on the matter. The High Council may decide to change the policy temporarily or permanently, or may send a representative to get more information about whether the change is truly necessary and beneficial.		* If the Low Council believes that a long-term change to policy or the law is necessary, they may vote to petition the High Council on the matter. The High Council may decide to change the policy temporarily or permanently, or may send a representative to get more information about whether the change is truly necessary and beneficial.

	===Voting Procedures===		===Voting Procedures===
	During a Low Council meeting, the councilors are to place their votes on the discussed topic. Every vote is valued, as multiple organizations and corporations are the lifeblood of the colony.		During a Low Council meeting, the councilors are to place their votes on the discussed topic. Every vote is valued, as multiple organizations and corporations are the lifeblood of the colony.

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	* For a vote to be considered valid, a quorum of least three Councilors must be present. In the event there are fewer than three Councilors, including the Premier, a vote will automatically fail.		* For a vote to be considered valid, a quorum of least three Councilors must be present. In the event there are fewer than three Councilors, including the Premier, a vote will automatically fail.
	* If there isn’t sufficient quorum for a vote, the Councilors who are active may send a requesting fax to the High Council for permission to conduct a vote on their own. In this case, the Councilors should state what the vote is, why they want this vote, what this vote would change, and the votes of all active Councilors.		* If there isn’t sufficient quorum for a vote, the Councilors who are active may send a requesting fax to the High Council for permission to conduct a vote on their own. In this case, the Councilors should state what the vote is, why they want this vote, what this vote would change, and the votes of all active Councilors.
	* This vote must be approved by the High Council. This means it must be sent to the High Council offices.		** This vote must be approved by the High Council. This means it must be sent to the High Council offices. This method may not be used in any circumstance where there is a valid quorum.
	* This method may not be used in any circumstance where there is a valid quorum.
	** An example of a situation that this style of vote may be used for is the allowance of a Foreigner (Outsider) into the colony. This vote MUST be done before allowing the Foreigner entry. In this case, they may be allowed inside without waiting for a reply of approval, so long as this is sent first.		** An example of a situation that this style of vote may be used for is the allowance of a Foreigner (Outsider) into the colony. This vote MUST be done before allowing the Foreigner entry. In this case, they may be allowed inside without waiting for a reply of approval, so long as this is sent first.
	** In the event of the Foreigner causing issues before a return fax is received, the counselor should be charged with any crimes the Foreigner committed, in addition to 301, 'Negligence.' If a reply is received to deny this Foreigner entry into the colony, they should be expelled without consequence to the councilor unless the Foreigner caused problems.		** In the event of the Foreigner causing issues before a return fax is received, the counselor should be charged with any crimes the Foreigner committed, in addition to 301, 'Negligence.' If a reply is received to deny this Foreigner entry into the colony, they should be expelled without consequence to the councilor unless the Foreigner caused problems.

	==Faxes==		==Faxes==
	As a head of staff and Council member, you are the most responsible person within your department and as such are expected to handle most situations without having to ask the High Council for instructions. Faxes should be sent to the High Council for one of four reasons. Firstly, to inform them of a significant occurrence in the upper colony, such as an attack by outside forces, or to request information previously gathered. These faxes merit a Low priority level, as they are merely informative. Secondly, to have a job request put on the Personnel Request System for expertise the upper colony needs. These faxes usually merit Medium or High priority, depending on how significant and urgent the issue is. Thirdly, if a matter would normally be determined by a Councilor who is not present, the relevant Faction Owner may be faxed instead if a decision is absolutely necessary. And finally, there may still come issues that are beyond a Faction Head’s hands, experience, or capabilities, and a fax may be sent if truly necessary. The High Council may not always respond to a fax sent to them, especially when the fax sent does not warrant a response from the High Council. The High Council will send a response only when it's truly needed, and faxes that do nothing but waste the High Council’s time may merit a charge of §111 - Sending a Time Wasting Fax.		As a head of staff and Council member, you are the most responsible person within your department and as such are expected to handle most situations without having to ask the High Council for instructions. Faxes should be sent to the High Council for one of four reasons. Firstly, to inform them of a significant occurrence in the upper colony, such as an attack by outside forces, or to request information previously gathered. These faxes merit a Low priority level, as they are merely informative. Secondly, to have a job request put on the Personnel Request System for expertise the upper colony needs. These faxes usually merit Medium or High priority, depending on how significant and urgent the issue is. Thirdly, if a matter would normally be determined by a Councilor who is not present, the relevant Faction Owner may be faxed instead if a decision is absolutely necessary. And finally, there may still come issues that are beyond a Faction Head’s hands, experience, or capabilities, and a fax may be sent if truly necessary. The High Council may not always respond to a fax sent to them, especially when the fax sent does not warrant a response from the High Council. The High Council will send a response only when it's truly needed, and faxes that do nothing but waste the High Council’s time may merit a charge of §111 - Sending a Time Wasting Fax.

SingingSpock: Strengthens the responsibility to prioritize duty to the faction over loyalties to others

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Strengthens the responsibility to prioritize duty to the faction over loyalties to others

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	* Councilors have the responsibility to inform the Council of anything their faction encounters that may endanger the colony as a whole.		* Councilors have the responsibility to inform the Council of anything their faction encounters that may endanger the colony as a whole.
	* Councilors have the responsibility to have at least a basic level of proficiency in all matters of their Faction’s responsibility.		* Councilors have the responsibility to have at least a basic level of proficiency in all matters of their Faction’s responsibility.
	* Councilors have the responsibility to prioritize their duties to their faction and the colony over personal interests.		* Councilors have the responsibility to prioritize their duties to their faction and the colony over personal interests and other religious, cultural, or familial loyalties.

	==Dedicated Council Staff==		==Dedicated Council Staff==

SingingSpock: Removal of Demotion/Dismissal section, as it was moved to General SOP

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Removal of Demotion/Dismissal section, as it was moved to General SOP

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 ** An example of a situation that this style of vote may be used for is the allowance of a Foreigner (Outsider) into the colony. This vote MUST be done before allowing the Foreigner entry. In this case, they may be allowed inside without waiting for a reply of approval, so long as this is sent first.
 ** In the event of the Foreigner causing issues before a return fax is received, the counselor should be charged with any crimes the Foreigner committed, in addition to 301, 'Negligence.' If a reply is received to deny this Foreigner entry into the colony, they should be expelled without consequence to the councilor unless the Foreigner caused problems.
 ==Faxes==
 As a head of staff and Council member, you are the most responsible person within your department and as such are expected to handle most situations without having to ask the High Council for instructions. Faxes should be sent to the High Council for one of four reasons. Firstly, to inform them of a significant occurrence in the upper colony, such as an attack by outside forces, or to request information previously gathered. These faxes merit a Low priority level, as they are merely informative. Secondly, to have a job request put on the Personnel Request System for expertise the upper colony needs. These faxes usually merit Medium or High priority, depending on how significant and urgent the issue is. Thirdly, if a matter would normally be determined by a Councilor who is not present, the relevant Faction Owner may be faxed instead if a decision is absolutely necessary. And finally, there may still come issues that are beyond a Faction Head’s hands, experience, or capabilities, and a fax may be sent if truly necessary. The High Council may not always respond to a fax sent to them, especially when the fax sent does not warrant a response from the High Council. The High Council will send a response only when it's truly needed, and faxes that do nothing but waste the High Council’s time may merit a charge of §111 - Sending a Time Wasting Fax.