SOP

Standard Operating Procedures

Standard Operating Procedure, commonly referred to in-game as SOP, are written expectations as to the function and performance of the many jobs on NT-CC Consortium space stations. They server two purposes, one in-character, and one out-of-character.

In-character, SOP are the requirements written by NanoTrasen for Central Command for their contractors and sub-contractors. They are NanoTrasen's expectations for your behaviour, and breaking them makes Central Command look bad in NanoTrasen's eyes, something they'd prefer to avoid. As such, while SOP is not of Central Command's making, they will enforce it unless there's something greater to be gained. One of the Nanotrasen Representatives primary objectives is to ensure adherence to these contractual obligations, and they are an authority on the matter.

Out of character, SOP provides the bare-minimum expectations for what you should be able to accomplish in your position. If what is written in SOP doesn't sound like something you are willing or able to do, then you should not be playing that job. SOP are not server rules, but routinely ignoring them puts you potentially in violation of Server Rule #6, as your character would have been fired long ago and therefore doesn't make sense in-character as a continued employee.

With that being said, nobody would be following workplace regulations if there's an active shooter, and the same goes for Space Station 14. Your character, unless they are trained to handle such situations (such as Security), is not at all expected to behave rationally during times of crisis. Your character should, above all, value their own life, regulations be damned. Hiding in lockers or on the ATS, assembling makeshift weapons and barricading your department, whatever you can imagine as long as it does not constitute validhunting.

Departmental SOPs

Command SOP	Engineering SOP
Security SOP	Medical SOP
Service SOP	Cargo SOP
Legal SOP	Science SOP
NanoTrasen Employee SOP

Alert Levels

Code Green

It is now safe to return to your workplaces.

Called by: Any Command member.

Conditions: Default Alert Code at the start of the shift. Should not change unless a threat is suspected/confirmed.

OR

All confirmed/suspected threats to the station and/or crew have been handled, or simply vanished on their own. Unless there is further evidence of a threat after 10+ minutes on Code Blue, Code Green should be called.

Security:

1. All weapons must not be visible unless in pursuit of a suspect.
2. Armory weapons must remain inside of the brig, however may be used for training purposes. Lethal sidearms are allowed on all alert levels, however should only be used in emergencies. (mk58, WT550, etc.)
3. Random searches are not permitted without a search warrant. However, searches may be conducted against an individual if a member of security or command has witnessed that individual committing a crime.

Secure Areas:

1. Secure areas require an access permit, unless required by a staff job.
2. Secure areas: Security department, EVA Storage, Tech Storage, Gravity Generator, All Engineering areas beyond the lobby, Vault, and areas requiring command access.
3. Secure areas are to be left unbolted and ready to be used for their intended purposes.

General Crew:

1. The Vault is not to be opened by non-command members. Exceptions for repairs, gold for science, or storage of critical items will be made. All other access is by permit only.
2. Although not required, crew are recommended to enable their suit sensors in case of injury.
3. Crew members are advised to not wear hardsuits or emergency EVA suits, unless responding to an emergency or required for their job. These can make identification of crew difficult.

Code Blue

There is a suspected threat on-board the station, or at a nearby location in space. This includes any evidence of hostile activity that has not damaged the station or crew. This may also include multiple eye witness testimonies.

Called by: Any two Command members, HoS, or Captain.

Conditions: There is a suspected threat on-board the station, or at a nearby location in space. This includes any evidence of hostile activity that has not damaged the station or crew. This may also include multiple eye witness testimonies.

OR

Confirmed Code Red threats have been properly handled or subsided on their own. It is recommended that, after 10+ minutes on Code Red without any hostile activity, Code Blue be called.

Security:

1. Weapons may be visible.
2. Armory weapons are permitted outside of the brig on a selective basis. Should all of sec be required to use armory weapons, red alert should be called.
3. Random searches are encouraged. Security personnel may detain any personnel refusing a random search to conduct the search.

Secure Areas:

1. Secure areas require an access permit, unless required by a staff job.
2. Secure areas: Security department, EVA Storage, Tech Storage, Gravity Generator, All Engineering areas beyond the lobby, Vault, and areas requiring command access.
3. Secure areas may be bolted if attempted unauthorized access is likely based on previous evidence.

Engineering:

1. A thorough check of all power sources is heavily encouraged.
2. A thorough check of all atmospheric systems is required.

Medical:

Emergency access is recommended to be disabled from all medical entrances.

General Crew:

1. Personnel are to report any suspicious activity to the nearest member of Security, or use common radio if urgent.
2. Personnel are highly encouraged to exercise caution, all crew should follow simple safety procedures (such as not going through Maintenance alone).
3. Visitors to the station such as refugees are recommended to stay in public areas, for their safety.
4. The Vault is not to be opened by non-command members. Exceptions for repairs, or storage of critical items will be made. All other access is by permit only.
5. All personnel are highly recommended to set their suit sensors to coordinates.

Command:

1. A role-call of all department personnel should be conducted. Any missing members should be reported to security.
2. A disabler or flash should be carried at all times.
3. Non-security Command members may request with permit further armament.

Code Red

There is a confirmed, hostile threat on-board the station or nearby in space. This threat should pose active, recognizable, danger to the station and/or crew at large.

Called by: Any two Command members, or Captain.

Conditions: There is a confirmed, hostile threat on-board the station or nearby in space. This threat should pose active, recognizable, danger to the station and/or crew at large.

Security:

1. Random searches are fully permitted and recommended. Security personnel may detain any personnel refusing a random search in order to conduct said search.
2. Security personnel are to cooperate fully with any Central Command Staff (such as Emergency Response Teams) in order to eliminate the threat to the station.
3. The security SOP will detail armament, armory, and safety procedures.

Secure Areas:

1. Secure areas require an access permit, unless required by a staff job.
2. Secure areas: Security department, EVA Storage, Tech Storage, Gravity Generator, All Engineering areas beyond the lobby, Vault, and areas requiring command access.
3. There are no restrictions on bolting Secure Areas. Secure Areas may be left bolted or unbolted at the discretion of Command personnel.
4. Secure areas are not to be entered by non-command, unless required by their job.

Medical:

It is recommended that medical entrances be set to emergency access to allow crew members to heal themselves in emergencies.

General Crew:

1. Personnel are to follow the instructions of Security staff, so long as they are within the bounds of Space Law and are not acting against the general well-being of the station and its crew.

2. Personnel are advised to shelter in place and comply with security's orders.

3. In special situations and repeated non-compliance, failure to comply with Security personnel may result in lethal force, at the discretion of the captain.

Special Situations:

Confirmed Revolution

1. All personnel are to comply with orders from Security, so long as said orders are lawful. Failure to do so is grounds for detainment and inspection of possessions, as well as possible Mindshield Implantation, at the discretion of the Head of Security, or Acting Head of Security.
2. All personnel that are convicted of Medium Crimes or higher are to receive mandatory Mindshield Implantation. Similarly, if the number of suspected revolutionaries is more than 25% of the total crew, the Head of Security or Acting Head of Security may order random implantation of crew members.
3. Lethal force is fully authorized if the number of active revolutionaries is more than 25% of the total crew, and said revolutionaries are actively hostile.

Declarations of War

1. All weapons restrictions are lifted.
2. Cargo should focus on requesting as many weapons as possible. Security is to be prioritized for distribution, but regular personnel may also be armed.
3. Science is to conduct research ASAP. This is not negotiable. Science should work in tandem with Cargo in order to fabricate the weapons and equipment required to defend the station.
4. Barricades, glass, and traps are recommended to counter the threat.
5. The Evacuation Shuttle may be called at the discretion of Command. If the station is not damaged after the fighting has subsided, it is recommended that the crew finish the shift.

Code Gamma

There is an existential threat to the station and crew, without central command intervention the station is likely to be lost. However, this threat is not dire enough to trigger destruction of the station.

Called by: Central Command. Use a Communications Console or Fax Machine if requested alert level is needed. Remember, Gamma is rarely called, for good reason. Having a well-written, concise fax that explains the situation to the best of your ability, as well as why it deserves Code Gamma being called, signed and stamped by the Captain or Acting Captain, goes a long way towards ensuring Gamma is provided. Remember, this is for extreme emergencies only.

Conditions: There is an existential threat to the station and crew, without central command intervention the station is likely to be lost. However, this threat is not dire enough to trigger destruction of the station.

Security:

1. Martial Law is enacted. Standard Operating Procedures and space law are suspended. Security personnel have authorization to perform any necessary actions to save the station. Personnel interfering with emergency procedures may be detained, and Security are cleared to use lethal force in response to any physical threat. Assault of Command, ERT, or Security, may be punished with immediate field execution.
2. Random searches are fully permitted, allowed and encouraged. Security personnel may detain any personnel refusing a random search in order to conduct said search.
3. The Armory should be deployed, and Security are to secure its contents and distribute them to Security personnel in order to handle the threat. Non-Security personnel (including members of the Legal Sub-Department) are not to receive armory weapons unless issued by the Warden, Head of Security, or Captain.
4. Security personnel are to cooperate fully with any Central Command Staff (such as Emergency Response Teams) in order to eliminate the threat to the station.

Secure Areas:

1. Secure areas are limited to command, security, and Central Command personnel.
2. Secure areas: Security department, EVA Storage, Tech Storage, Gravity Generator, All Engineering areas beyond the lobby, Vault, and areas requiring command access.
3. Secure areas should be bolted down, but may be left unbolted by order of command.

Medical:

It is recommended that medical entrances be set to emergency access to allow personnel to heal themselves in emergencies.

General Crew:

1. All personnel are to set their suit sensors to coordinates.
2. Personnel must shelter in their departments or closest safe area, unless specifically requested by Central Command personnel, Security, or Command members.
   1. Exceptions will be made for crew who may have skills exceptionally useful. (Such as engineering, atmospheric, or medical personnel.)
3. Visitors to the station are to remain inside the Bar, Library, or Dormitories.

Personnel are to follow the instructions of Security staff, so long as they are within the bounds of Space Law and are not acting against the general well-being of the station and its crew. Failure to do so may lead to their arrest for Creating a Workplace Hazard.

Code Delta

The on-board Nuclear Fission Device has been activated by Command, Central Command personnel, or hostile personnel.

Called by: Automatically called when the on-board Nuclear Fission Device has been activated.

Conditions: The on-board Nuclear Fission Device has been activated by Command, Central Command personnel, or hostile personnel.

Security:

1. In the case of hostile factions arming the device, defusing the bomb is not recommended. Security personnel are to escort all other personnel off-station.
2. In the case of a Central Command-authorized activation of the on-board Nuclear Fission Device, all Security personnel are to stand down.

Secure Areas:

1. Crew are allowed to enter secure areas. Procedures irrelevant.
2. Secure areas: Security department, EVA Storage, Tech Storage, Gravity Generator, All Engineering areas beyond the lobby, Vault, and areas requiring command access.

Medical:

It is recommended that medical entrances be set to emergency access to allow crew members to heal themselves in emergencies.

General Crew:

1. In the case that antagonistic forces that have armed a nuclear device, all non-vital personnel are to evacuate off-station immediately;
2. In the case of a Central Command-authorized activation of the on-board Nuclear Fission Device, all personnel are to stand down.

Code Yellow

There is a moderate atmospheric or structural threat to the station that requires focused intervention from the Engineering department.

Called by: Any command member.

Conditions: There is a moderate atmospheric or structural threat to the station that requires focused intervention from the Engineering department.

Security:

1. Cordon off the dangerous area.
2. Verify cause of station damage.
3. Prevent non-engineering crew from accessing the damaged area.
4. Prevent further disruption to the station.

Secure Areas:

1. Secure areas require an access permit, unless required by a staff job.
2. Secure areas: Security department, EVA Storage, Tech Storage, Gravity Generator, All Engineering areas beyond the lobby, Vault, and areas requiring command access.
3. There are no restrictions on bolting Secure Areas. Secure Areas may be left bolted or unbolted at the discretion of Command personnel.
4. Secure areas are not to be entered by non-command, unless required by their job.

Medical:

1. Medical personnel should be ready to treat disaster victims.
2. Paramedics should work with those at the incident location to triage patients.

Engineering:

1. Immediately coordinate with your chief engineer to determine the level of damage to the station.
2. Work with your department and security to cordon off and investigate the area.
3. Work quickly to make the area safe again. Once safe, further repairs may be conducted.

General Crew:

1. Avoid the damaged areas.
2. Report any suspicious activity to security present in damaged areas.

Special Situations:

Massive fires and poisonous gas releases:

1. All non-Engineering and Atmospheric personnel are to vacate the area.
2. Firelock systems are to be used only by Engineering and Atmospheric crew; Otherwise deliberately opening firelocks during a fire/poisonous gas release in affected areas will be considered Destruction of Property/Mass Destruction.
3. Engineering and Atmospherics personnel are to restore the affected area to workable conditions.

Severe meteor storms:

1. Personnel are to seek shelter in the most protected area of the station.
2. Repair activities are to be postponed until the end of the storm.
3. All personnel performing EVA duty are to immediately return to the station.
4. At the conclusion of the storm Engineering personnel are to repair the station if feasible.
5. In the event that repairs are not feasible, Engineering personnel are to focus on upholding the structural integrity of the sheltered area until the evacuation shuttle arrives.

Code Orange

There is an extreme atmospheric or structural disaster on the station that makes recovery almost certainly impossible.

Called by: Any Command Member

Conditions: There is an extreme atmospheric or structural disaster on the station that makes recovery almost certainly impossible.

Security:

1. Verify cause of station damage.
2. Evacuate non-engineering crew from the area.
3. Direct crew to the evacuation shuttle upon its arrival.

Secure Areas:

1. Secure areas with the exception of the Armory, Gravity Generator, and Vault should be given emergency access.
2. Secure areas: Security department, EVA Storage, Tech Storage, Gravity Generator, All Engineering areas beyond the lobby, Vault, and areas requiring command access.

Medical:

1. Medical personnel should be ready to treat a large number of disaster victims.

Engineering:

1. Immediately coordinate with your chief engineer to determine the level of damage to the station.
2. If feasable, work with your department to first end the ongoing disaster, then repair the station.

General Crew:

1. Avoid the disaster area.
2. Follow the directives of security.

Command:

The evacuation shuttle should be called immediately. If the crew successfully ends the disaster, the shuttle should be recalled if the station is operational.

Special Situations:

Loss of singularity containment

1. The Gravitational Singularity must be tracked.
2. Any able bodied crew, with priority to Engineering are to use decelerators against the Gravitational Singularity
3. If station damage appears recoverable, an ERT is recommended. If the engineering team is confident in their abilities, ERT may be waived.

Supermatter crystal delamination:

1. The Supermatter Crystal is to be vented to space.
2. In such a case as the Supermatter Crystal containment was not equipped with a way to space the Crystal, the area around the Crystal is to be evacuated, and all personnel involved in the construction shall be fired and brigged for Destruction of Property and Endangerment.

Loss of Tesla Ball containment:

1. The Tesla Ball must be tracked.
2. Any able bodied crew, with priority to Engineering are to use decelerators against the Tesla Ball. NOTE: it is extremely difficult to stop a loose Tesla Ball.
3. If station damage appears recoverable, an ERT is recommended. If the engineering team is confident in their abilities, ERT may be waived.

Code Violet

A Viral Pathogen has infected a significant portion of the crew. In the event of a Viral Outbreak, all infected personnel are to direct themselves to Medbay immediately.

Called by: Any two personnel with Command-Level Access, or one Captain-level access card.

Conditions: A Viral Pathogen has infected a significant portion of the crew. In the event of a Viral Outbreak, all infected personnel are to direct themselves to Medbay immediately.

Security:

1. Medbay should be secured ASAP. Quarantine of infected is top priority.
2. Should securing medbay not be possible, the evacuation shuttle arrival area should be secured.

Secure Areas:

1. Secure areas require an access permit, unless required by a staff job.
2. Secure areas: Medical department, Security department, EVA Storage, Tech Storage, Gravity Generator, All Engineering areas beyond the lobby, Vault, and areas requiring command access.
3. There are no restrictions on bolting Secure Areas. Secure Areas may be left bolted or unbolted at the discretion of Command personnel.
4. Secure areas are not to be entered by non-command, unless required by their job.

Medical:

1. Chemistry is to immediately begin researching the cure to the infection.
2. Medical entrances should be locked down to prevent further infection of medical personnel. Crew should be let into medical in a controlled manner.
3. Any potentially infected personnel should be isolated.
4. Any pacified infected personnel should be brought to chemistry to aid in cure production.
5. A cure should be distributed to the crew once available.

General Crew:

1. Personnel should self-quarantine to avoid infection. Shelter in a safe area and avoid those who are potentially infected.
2. If you believe you are infected, calmly wait for the distribution of the cure at medbay.
3. Once the threat has passed, work may resume.

Command:

Should the station threat become too high to handle, the emergency shuttle should be called.