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VeteranGary: Extreme Circumstances -> Nonstandard Circumstances to match Standard Operating Procedures

2026-04-12T18:00:43Z

Extreme Circumstances -> Nonstandard Circumstances to match Standard Operating Procedures

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	They assume all responsibilities and powers of said Head of Staff until their services are no longer needed, such as when said Head of Staff is made available or they are demoted. Interim Heads of Staff hold an equal power in command votes as any other Head of Staff and are treated as another member of command until their services end. The only exception being their inability to start or participate in a vote of no confidence against the captain.		They assume all responsibilities and powers of said Head of Staff until their services are no longer needed, such as when said Head of Staff is made available or they are demoted. Interim Heads of Staff hold an equal power in command votes as any other Head of Staff and are treated as another member of command until their services end. The only exception being their inability to start or participate in a vote of no confidence against the captain.

	In choosing an Interim Head of Staff, limitations on the species, sub-species, and origins permitted for a given command role should still be taken into account. Only ~~in extreme cases~~ should a character not typically permitted in a given role be promoted to an interim position. The sole exception are Vaurca, who are not permitted to be elevated to Interim regardless of the situation.		In choosing an Interim Head of Staff, limitations on the species, sub-species, and origins permitted for a given command role should still be taken into account. Only during nonstandard circumstances should a character not typically permitted in a given role be promoted to an interim position. The sole exception are Vaurca, who are not permitted to be elevated to Interim regardless of the situation.

	== Missing Head of Staff ==		== Missing Head of Staff ==

William Murdoch: /* Interim Heads of Staff */ Updated with restrictions

2026-01-28T02:41:12Z

Interim Heads of Staff: Updated with restrictions

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	In the event that a department is lacking a Head of Staff, someone with enough training can be assigned as a Interim Head of Staff by the Captain, Acting Captain, or the Executive Officer.		In the event that a department is lacking a Head of Staff, someone with enough training can be assigned as a Interim Head of Staff by the Captain, Acting Captain, or the Executive Officer.
	They assume all responsibilities and powers of said Head of Staff until their services are no longer needed, such as when said Head of Staff is made available or they are demoted. Interim Heads of Staff hold an equal power in command votes as any other Head of Staff and are treated as another member of command until their services end. The only exception being their inability to start or participate in a vote of no confidence against the captain.		They assume all responsibilities and powers of said Head of Staff until their services are no longer needed, such as when said Head of Staff is made available or they are demoted. Interim Heads of Staff hold an equal power in command votes as any other Head of Staff and are treated as another member of command until their services end. The only exception being their inability to start or participate in a vote of no confidence against the captain.

			In choosing an Interim Head of Staff, limitations on the species, sub-species, and origins permitted for a given command role should still be taken into account. Only in extreme cases should a character not typically permitted in a given role be promoted to an interim position. The sole exception are Vaurca, who are not permitted to be elevated to Interim regardless of the situation.

	== Missing Head of Staff ==		== Missing Head of Staff ==

NerdyVampire: /* Interim Heads of Staff */ reiterated that interims cannot participate in a 'vote of no confidence' as mentioned earlier in the article.

2025-03-24T22:33:03Z

Interim Heads of Staff: reiterated that interims cannot participate in a 'vote of no confidence' as mentioned earlier in the article.

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	== Interim Heads of Staff ==		== Interim Heads of Staff ==
	In the event that a department is lacking a Head of Staff, someone with enough training can be assigned as a Interim Head of Staff by the Captain, Acting Captain, or the Executive Officer.		In the event that a department is lacking a Head of Staff, someone with enough training can be assigned as a Interim Head of Staff by the Captain, Acting Captain, or the Executive Officer.
	They assume all responsibilities and powers of said Head of Staff until their services are no longer needed, such as when said Head of Staff is made available or they are demoted. Interim Heads of Staff hold an equal power in command votes as any other Head of Staff and are treated as another member of command until their services end.		They assume all responsibilities and powers of said Head of Staff until their services are no longer needed, such as when said Head of Staff is made available or they are demoted. Interim Heads of Staff hold an equal power in command votes as any other Head of Staff and are treated as another member of command until their services end. The only exception being their inability to start or participate in a vote of no confidence against the captain.

	== Missing Head of Staff ==		== Missing Head of Staff ==

CatsinHD: /* Vote of No Confidence */ No more abstains from this kind of vote

2024-11-04T18:53:00Z

Vote of No Confidence: No more abstains from this kind of vote

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	During non-standard operation, it is expected that Command staff follow all Captain's orders, regardless of legality or whether they break Regulations. However, in the event that a Captain is acting in such a manner that it threatens the safety of the Ship or acts against SCC interests, a Vote of No Confidence may be started to overturn a decision and remove the Captain from their position. This should be a '''last resort''' in cases where failure to overturn an order would result in grave consequences. Otherwise, contact Central Command or CCIA after the situation has resolved.		During non-standard operation, it is expected that Command staff follow all Captain's orders, regardless of legality or whether they break Regulations. However, in the event that a Captain is acting in such a manner that it threatens the safety of the Ship or acts against SCC interests, a Vote of No Confidence may be started to overturn a decision and remove the Captain from their position. This should be a '''last resort''' in cases where failure to overturn an order would result in grave consequences. Otherwise, contact Central Command or CCIA after the situation has resolved.

	The Vote of No Confidence may be started by any non-interim Command staff by clearly stating their intention over the Command radio, as well as the order they wish to contest. All '''non-interim''' Command staff must vote either yes, no~~, or abstain (~~abstaining ~~through inaction~~ is not permitted). To pass the vote, the Command staff must '''unanimously vote yes'''. Any vote against automatically fails the action.		The Vote of No Confidence may be started by any non-interim Command staff by clearly stating their intention over the Command radio, as well as the order they wish to contest. All '''non-interim''' Command staff must vote either yes or no; abstaining is not permitted during a Vote of No Confidence. To pass the vote, the Command staff must '''unanimously vote yes'''. Any vote against automatically fails the action.

	To ensure the safety of the voting Command staff, the Captain may not vote on the action, and is barred from demoting any Command staff until a decision has been reached.		To ensure the safety of the voting Command staff, the Captain may not vote on the action, and is barred from demoting any Command staff until a decision has been reached.

CatsinHD: /* Vote of No Confidence */ Bear wanted to add in that interims cannot vote in this

2024-11-04T18:43:11Z

Vote of No Confidence: Bear wanted to add in that interims cannot vote in this

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	During non-standard operation, it is expected that Command staff follow all Captain's orders, regardless of legality or whether they break Regulations. However, in the event that a Captain is acting in such a manner that it threatens the safety of the Ship or acts against SCC interests, a Vote of No Confidence may be started to overturn a decision and remove the Captain from their position. This should be a '''last resort''' in cases where failure to overturn an order would result in grave consequences. Otherwise, contact Central Command or CCIA after the situation has resolved.		During non-standard operation, it is expected that Command staff follow all Captain's orders, regardless of legality or whether they break Regulations. However, in the event that a Captain is acting in such a manner that it threatens the safety of the Ship or acts against SCC interests, a Vote of No Confidence may be started to overturn a decision and remove the Captain from their position. This should be a '''last resort''' in cases where failure to overturn an order would result in grave consequences. Otherwise, contact Central Command or CCIA after the situation has resolved.

	The Vote of No Confidence may be started by any Command staff by clearly stating their intention over the Command radio, as well as the order they wish to contest. All Command staff must vote either yes, no, or abstain (abstaining through inaction is not permitted). To pass the vote, the Command staff must '''unanimously vote yes'''. Any vote against automatically fails the action.		The Vote of No Confidence may be started by any non-interim Command staff by clearly stating their intention over the Command radio, as well as the order they wish to contest. All '''non-interim''' Command staff must vote either yes, no, or abstain (abstaining through inaction is not permitted). To pass the vote, the Command staff must '''unanimously vote yes'''. Any vote against automatically fails the action.

	To ensure the safety of the voting Command staff, the Captain may not vote on the action, and is barred from demoting any Command staff until a decision has been reached.		To ensure the safety of the voting Command staff, the Captain may not vote on the action, and is barred from demoting any Command staff until a decision has been reached.

CatsinHD: /* Vote of No Confidence */ Wagh. Amazing spellcheck on my part

2024-11-04T17:34:19Z

Vote of No Confidence: Wagh. Amazing spellcheck on my part

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	During non-standard operation, it is expected that Command staff follow all Captain's orders, regardless of legality or whether they break Regulations. However, in the event that a Captain is acting in such a manner that it threatens the safety of the Ship or acts against SCC interests, a Vote of No Confidence may be started to overturn a decision and remove the Captain from their position. This should be a '''last resort''' in cases where failure to overturn an order would result in grave consequences. Otherwise, contact Central Command or CCIA after the situation has resolved.		During non-standard operation, it is expected that Command staff follow all Captain's orders, regardless of legality or whether they break Regulations. However, in the event that a Captain is acting in such a manner that it threatens the safety of the Ship or acts against SCC interests, a Vote of No Confidence may be started to overturn a decision and remove the Captain from their position. This should be a '''last resort''' in cases where failure to overturn an order would result in grave consequences. Otherwise, contact Central Command or CCIA after the situation has resolved.

	The Vote of No Confidence may be started by any Command staff by clearly stating their intention over the Command radio, as well as the order they wish to contest. All Command staff must vote either yes, no, or abstain (abstaining to inaction is not permitted). To pass the vote, the Command staff must '''unanimously vote yes'''. Any vote against automatically fails the action.		The Vote of No Confidence may be started by any Command staff by clearly stating their intention over the Command radio, as well as the order they wish to contest. All Command staff must vote either yes, no, or abstain (abstaining through inaction is not permitted). To pass the vote, the Command staff must '''unanimously vote yes'''. Any vote against automatically fails the action.

	To ensure the safety of the voting Command staff, the Captain may not vote on the action, and is barred from demoting any Command staff until a decision has been reached.		To ensure the safety of the voting Command staff, the Captain may not vote on the action, and is barred from demoting any Command staff until a decision has been reached.

CatsinHD: /* Vote of No Confidence */

2024-11-04T17:33:51Z

Vote of No Confidence

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	During non-standard operation, it is expected that Command staff follow all Captain's orders, regardless of legality or whether they break Regulations. However, in the event that a Captain is acting in such a manner that it threatens the safety of the Ship or acts against SCC interests, a Vote of No Confidence may be started to overturn a decision and remove the Captain from their position. This should be a '''last resort''' in cases where failure to overturn an order would result in grave consequences. Otherwise, contact Central Command or CCIA after the situation has resolved.		During non-standard operation, it is expected that Command staff follow all Captain's orders, regardless of legality or whether they break Regulations. However, in the event that a Captain is acting in such a manner that it threatens the safety of the Ship or acts against SCC interests, a Vote of No Confidence may be started to overturn a decision and remove the Captain from their position. This should be a '''last resort''' in cases where failure to overturn an order would result in grave consequences. Otherwise, contact Central Command or CCIA after the situation has resolved.

	The Vote of No Confidence may be started by any Command staff by clearly stating their intention over the Command radio, as well as the order ~~which~~ they wish to contest. All Command staff must vote either yes, no, or abstain (abstaining to inaction is not permitted). To pass the vote, the Command staff must '''unanimously vote yes'''. Any vote against automatically fails the action.		The Vote of No Confidence may be started by any Command staff by clearly stating their intention over the Command radio, as well as the order they wish to contest. All Command staff must vote either yes, no, or abstain (abstaining to inaction is not permitted). To pass the vote, the Command staff must '''unanimously vote yes'''. Any vote against automatically fails the action.

	To ensure the safety of the voting Command staff, the Captain may not vote on the action, and is barred from demoting any Command staff until a decision has been reached.		To ensure the safety of the voting Command staff, the Captain may not vote on the action, and is barred from demoting any Command staff until a decision has been reached.

CatsinHD: /* Vote of No Confidence */ Formatting

2024-11-04T17:32:56Z

Vote of No Confidence: Formatting

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	To ensure the safety of the voting Command staff, the Captain may not vote on the action, and is barred from demoting any Command staff until a decision has been reached.		To ensure the safety of the voting Command staff, the Captain may not vote on the action, and is barred from demoting any Command staff until a decision has been reached.

	'''A Vote of No Confidence does NOT count as mutiny, sedition, or any related charge unless otherwise stated. Command Staff may not be arrested for a failed vote.'''		'''A Vote of No Confidence does NOT count as mutiny, sedition, or any related charge unless otherwise stated. Command Staff may not be arrested for a failed vote.'''

CatsinHD: /* Appointing an Acting Captain */

2024-11-04T17:32:34Z

Appointing an Acting Captain

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	== Appointing an Acting Captain ==		== Appointing an Acting Captain ==
	An Acting Captain can be appointed by majority of command. Usually, appointing an Acting Captain is done in Code Red, however one can be appointed ~~for~~ lower alert levels should the situation require it. The ~~acting captain~~ inherits all powers of the Captain, including ultimate authority and the power to appoint interim Heads of Staff. Acting Captainship should be relieved after any present emergencies are concluded. Within the Captain's office, a spare Captain's ID can be found for the use of the acting captain. This ID should be used to access the Acting Captain briefcase within the Captain's locker, which contains equipment to better identify the individual taking captainship.		An Acting Captain can be appointed by majority of command. Usually, appointing an Acting Captain is done in Code Red, however one can be appointed on lower alert levels should the situation require it. The Acting Captain inherits all powers of the Captain, including ultimate authority and the power to appoint interim Heads of Staff. Acting Captainship should be relieved after any present emergencies are concluded.

			Within the Captain's office, a spare Captain's ID can be found for the use of the acting captain. This ID should be used to access the Acting Captain briefcase within the Captain's locker, which contains equipment to better identify the individual taking captainship.

	== Interim Heads of Staff ==		== Interim Heads of Staff ==

CatsinHD: /* Missing Head of Staff */

2024-11-04T17:31:46Z

Missing Head of Staff

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	== Missing Head of Staff ==		== Missing Head of Staff ==
	In the event a Head of Staff is not present on-shift, or has gone missing for whatever reason, it is expected that the rest of command does whatever is necessary to fill in the gap within the power structure. This may include Heads of Staff from another department stepping in to give direction, leadership, and help where possible, or the appointment of an interim ~~head~~ of ~~staff~~.		In the event a Head of Staff is not present on-shift, or has gone missing for whatever reason, it is expected that the rest of command does whatever is necessary to fill in the gap within the power structure. This may include Heads of Staff from another department stepping in to give direction, leadership, and help where possible, or the appointment of an interim Head of Staff.

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