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|text=THE NANOTRASEN SECURITY FORCE WELCOMES YOU, RECRUIT. THE PATH YOU HAVE CHOSEN IS CERTAINLY A DAUNTING ONE, BUT THE MOST REWARDING AND DEFINING OF NANOTRASEN STANDARDS HERE AND ABROAD! | |text=THE NANOTRASEN SECURITY FORCE WELCOMES YOU, RECRUIT. THE PATH YOU HAVE CHOSEN IS CERTAINLY A DAUNTING ONE, BUT THE MOST REWARDING AND DEFINING OF NANOTRASEN STANDARDS HERE AND ABROAD! | ||
WAIT, GODDAMNIT! BEFORE YOU RUN OFF AND KNOCK THE CLOWN SENSELESS WITH YOUR BATON, YOU SHOULD READ UP ON OUR GENERAL POLICIES. | ''WAIT, GODDAMNIT! BEFORE YOU RUN OFF AND KNOCK THE CLOWN SENSELESS WITH YOUR BATON, YOU SHOULD READ UP ON OUR GENERAL POLICIES. | ||
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Department guards report directly to the Head of Security, but may be dismissed from their post by the department head. | Department guards report directly to the Head of Security, but may be dismissed from their post by the department head. | ||
While the | While the Warden commands the brig, he can't order Security Officers around everywhere. However, he does have authority in the brig, so if he requests that you leave, do so. | ||
The [[Head of Personnel]] is not part of the security hierarchy and should not heavily involve himself in security affairs. The HoP cannot order security around and cannot enter secure areas such as the [[Armory]] without authorization from the HoS. | The [[Head of Personnel]] is not part of the security hierarchy and should not heavily involve himself in security affairs. The HoP cannot order security around and cannot enter secure areas such as the [[Armory]] without authorization from the HoS. | ||
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*Make sure you understand what [[HUD#Security HUD Icons|the icons on your Security HUD]] mean. | *Make sure you understand what [[HUD#Security HUD Icons|the icons on your Security HUD]] mean. | ||
For security equipment, refer to the [[Security items|List of Security Items]] | *For security equipment, refer to the [[Security items|List of Security Items]] | ||
== Law == | == [[Space Law|Law]] == | ||
[[Space Law]] is a summary of most crimes with some suggested sentence times. Otherwise the | [[Space Law]] is a summary of most crimes with some suggested sentence times. Otherwise the Captain determines what is lawful and what isn't (within reason). | ||
==Standard Operating Procedure== | ==Standard Operating Procedure== | ||
* You have stun weapons, use THEM, don't kill if you're not in serious danger. See [[ | * You have stun weapons, use THEM, don't kill if you're not in serious danger. See [[Admin_Decisions_Log#Circumstances_when_it.27s_okay_to_kill_players_.287_August_2011.29|here]] for more details | ||
* You are a protector of [[Space Law]], you're not [[Shitcurity|The Law]]. | * You are a protector of [[Space Law]], you're not [[Shitcurity|The Law]]. | ||
* Use minimal force, unless you're in danger. | * Use minimal force, unless you're in danger. | ||
* Be wary of people with harmful intentions, you should use minimal force, but not at the risk of your own life | * Be wary of people with harmful intentions, you should use minimal force, but not at the risk of your own life | ||
* Respond to calls for help, don't sit in your office being [[Shitcurity|dumb]] all day! | * Respond to calls for help, don't sit in your office being [[Shitcurity|dumb]] all day! | ||
* More information about [[Standard Operating Procedure | * More information about the [[Standard Operating Procedure]]. | ||
=== [[Brig]]ging procedures === | === [[Brig]]ging procedures === | ||
[[File: | [[File:brig.png|240px|thumb|The [[Brig]]]] | ||
As the arresting officer, you have certain responsibilities. As always, following the protocol will keep you safe, the station secure, and the criminals in line. Follow it closely. | As the arresting officer, you have certain responsibilities. As always, following the protocol will keep you safe, the station secure, and the criminals in line. Follow it closely. | ||
#While the prisoner is still handcuffed, search them. Repeat offenders or those charged with extremely serious crimes should be stripped and redressed in the prison orange. Inform the prisoner and the other security personnel what is happening, what the prisoner's charges are, and if a lawyer is on their way or not. Evidence goes in the evidence locker, hazardous chemicals should be stored to later be spaced, and all other materials go in the brig locker with the prisoner. '''The [[headset]] should only be taken if the prisoner is using it to incite rebellion, harassing other crew members, or as an additional punishment for repeat offenses.''' | #While the prisoner is still handcuffed, search them. Repeat offenders or those charged with extremely serious crimes should be stripped and redressed in the prison orange. Inform the prisoner and the other security personnel what is happening, what the prisoner's charges are, and if a lawyer is on their way or not. Evidence goes in the evidence locker, hazardous chemicals should be stored to later be spaced, and all other materials go in the brig locker with the prisoner. '''The [[headset]] should only be taken if the prisoner is using it to incite rebellion, harassing other crew members, or as an additional punishment for repeat offenses.''' | ||
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=== [[Prison Wing]] Transfers === | === [[Prison Wing]] Transfers === | ||
[[File:Prison-wing.png| | [[File:Prison-wing.png|481px|thumb|The [[Prison Wing]]]] | ||
Transferring a prisoner in and out should not be done without explicit authorization from either the | Transferring a prisoner in and out should not be done without explicit authorization from either the Warden, Head of Security, or Captain. | ||
#While the prisoner is still handcuffed, bring them close to the Brig Lockers set in the prison wing hallway. Remove ALL possessions from the prisoner and place them in the locker. Then, dress the prisoner in the Prisoner's Jumpsuit. | #While the prisoner is still handcuffed, bring them close to the Brig Lockers set in the prison wing hallway. Remove ALL possessions from the prisoner and place them in the locker. Then, dress the prisoner in the Prisoner's Jumpsuit. | ||
#Lock the locker with your [[ID]], then move to an empty cell. Close the blast doors using the nearby controls. Then move the prisoner inside. | #Lock the locker with your [[ID]], then move to an empty cell. Close the blast doors using the nearby controls. Then move the prisoner inside. | ||
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Some criminals are just too dangerous to safely apprehend. | Some criminals are just too dangerous to safely apprehend. | ||
See the '[[ | See the '[[Admin_Decisions_Log#Circumstances_when_it.27s_okay_to_kill_players_.287_August_2011.29|circumstances when it's okay to kill players]]' section for more details. | ||
Note that standard procedures often don't apply if a [[Revolution]] is going on. Code Red and Martial Law will often be introduced in extreme circumstances. In these circumstances you are allowed to inflict more serious punishments directly to violators of [[Space Law]]. Be smart about this though, if you suddenly get the | Note that standard procedures often don't apply if a [[Revolution]] is going on. Code Red and Martial Law will often be introduced in extreme circumstances. In these circumstances you are allowed to inflict more serious punishments directly to violators of [[Space Law]]. Be smart about this though, if you suddenly get the Captain saying martial law is in effect and you know nothing is going on on the station, don't follow martial law just because you can kill people for the smallest of things. Just use your own head in these matters. | ||
In all other circumstances, only the | In all other circumstances, only the Captain can authorize an execution without undergoing a trial. | ||
==Security controlled locations== | ==Security controlled locations== | ||
[[File:SecHq.png|thumb|right|Security Office]] | [[File:SecHq.png|thumb|300px|right|The [[Security Office]]]] | ||
'''[[Security Checkpoint|Arrival Checkpoint]]:''' This checkpoint is near the arrival shuttle. It has an ID computer which the [[Head of Personnel|HoP]] can man as well as other security computers. There is also a locker with security gear. If you're a late-joining security officer it might be a good idea to take the equipment from here. | '''[[Security Checkpoint|Arrival Checkpoint]]:''' This checkpoint is near the arrival shuttle. It has an ID computer which the [[Head of Personnel|HoP]] can man as well as other security computers. There is also a locker with security gear. If you're a late-joining security officer it might be a good idea to take the equipment from here. | ||
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'''[[Brig|The Brig]]:''' The Warden runs this. If you're in here, the [[Armory]] or [[Security Office|any other part of the security sector]] he has authority over you. The Brig itself has cells and cell timers. | '''[[Brig|The Brig]]:''' The Warden runs this. If you're in here, the [[Armory]] or [[Security Office|any other part of the security sector]] he has authority over you. The Brig itself has cells and cell timers. | ||
'''[[Prison Wing]]:''' The prison wing is used to indefinitely hold criminals charged with heinous crimes. Like the brig, the | '''[[Prison Wing]]:''' The prison wing is used to indefinitely hold criminals charged with heinous crimes. Like the brig, the Warden has authority over this area. However, transferring a prisoner in and out should not be done without authorization from the Warden or a superior officer. | ||
'''[[Security Offices]]:''' The primary security office is attached to the brig. It contains the | '''[[Security Offices]]:''' The primary security office is attached to the brig. It contains the Head of Security's office, a SecTech vending machine, security computers, and a couple of equipment lockers. Smaller security offices/posts are in each of the station's four major departments: Cargo, Medbay, Research and Engineering. These offices each have an equipment locker and a records computer. | ||
'''[[Armory]]:''' | '''[[Armory]]:''' | ||
The armory contains additional weapons and armor which the | The armory contains additional weapons and armor which the Head of Security and Warden have access to. They should hand out these weapons in case of increased danger, such as a revolution or syndicate invasion. | ||
[[File:Beepsky in action.png|thumb|right|Beepsky]] | [[File:Beepsky in action.png|thumb|right|Beepsky]] | ||
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So the escape shuttle has been called! Time to go cash in your hard earned pay checks on cheap manly dorf and easy women. Your job will be to [[Beyond the impossible|ensure that everyone proceeds on the shuttle in an orderly fashion]]. No foul play. Any dangerous behavior should be treated as such! | So the escape shuttle has been called! Time to go cash in your hard earned pay checks on cheap manly dorf and easy women. Your job will be to [[Beyond the impossible|ensure that everyone proceeds on the shuttle in an orderly fashion]]. No foul play. Any dangerous behavior should be treated as such! | ||
Prisoners in the brig should only be released at the Warden's discretion. Prisoners may be held in the shuttle brig until the shuttle docks at CentCom, where they can be transferred to Centcom Security. | Prisoners in the brig should only be released at the Warden's discretion. Prisoners may be held in the shuttle brig until the shuttle docks at CentCom, where they can be transferred to [[Centcom]] Security. | ||
Unless their lives are in danger, do not transfer prisoners to the security escape pod as custody cannot be securely transferred to CentCom security. | Unless their lives are in danger, do not transfer prisoners to the security escape pod as custody cannot be securely transferred to CentCom security. | ||
==Key Points== | ==Key Points== | ||
*Ask first, stun second | *Ask first, stun second. | ||
*Stun second, kill third (never, preferably) | *Stun second, kill third (never, preferably). | ||
*Only stun when necessary and with some evidence to back up your arrest. | *Only stun when necessary and with some evidence to back up your arrest. | ||
*It is highly encouraged to arrest Heads of Staff only with approval from HoS or | *It is highly encouraged to arrest Heads of Staff only with approval from HoS or Captain (unless they are clearly dangerous or you don't have time). | ||
*Only the Captain, HoS, and Warden can authorize a Permanent Sentence. | *Only the Captain, HoS, and Warden can authorize a Permanent Sentence. | ||
*Only the Captain can authorize an Execution or Forced Cyborgification. '''Failing to meet this requirement may result in a jobban.''' | *Only the Captain can authorize an Execution or Forced Cyborgification. '''Failing to meet this requirement may result in a jobban.''' | ||
*Your job isn't to be a tyrant and your best intentions will have your suspects praying to the Gods (read: Admins) for | *Your job isn't to be a tyrant and your best intentions will have your suspects praying to the Gods (read: Admins) for ultimate justice. Make sure you follow standard protocol so that the [[Administrators|Gods]] smile down upon you. | ||
*The Clown has an obligation to be funny, don't beat him up just because he threw a banana peel at you and called you a buffoon. | *The Clown has an obligation to be funny, don't beat him up just because he threw a banana peel at you and called you a buffoon. | ||
*If an [[Administrators#Game admins| | *If an [[Administrators#Game admins|Admin]] does contact you, please explain to them what happened. Just because you're a Security Officer doesn't mean you're [[Shitcurity|wrong]] by default. | ||
*If the [[Administrators#Game admins| | *If the [[Administrators#Game admins|Administrator]] tells you that you've done something wrong mend your ways, don't throw a tantrum, you'll only make things worse. | ||
* | *Try not to take this job too seriously and have fun. | ||
[[Category:Guides]] | [[Category:Guides]] | ||