Question 1

How does rank hierarchy go?

Accepted Answer

E-1 - E-9 → O-1 - O-10 - E stands for Enlisted, O stands for Officer. Higher the number - higher the rank, but Officers are always superior to the Enlisted.

Question 2

Who is superior, Lieutenant-Commander or Commander?

Accepted Answer

Commander - Even though Lieutenant-Commander sounds fancier, it's inferior to Commander. The name shows thats its a transitional rank between Lieutenant and Commander.

Question 3

Who is NCO?

Accepted Answer

Enlisted with rank of E-4 and above - Non-Commissioned Officer: An enlisted individual with a rank of E-4 and above, so the majority of crew. Senior NCOs are E-7 and above, and there are fewer of those.

Question 4

Who is a Line Officer?

Accepted Answer

An Officer in a general or ship command position. - Line Officer: An Officer in a general or ship command position. These are mostly the more senior Officers that handle major departments, and are first in line for command. They have specific training and qualifications for command.

Question 5

Who is a Flag Officer?

Accepted Answer

Admirals and Generals. Outrank anyone aboard. - Flag Officer: Admirals and Generals. Outrank anyone aboard.

Question 6

Who of those roles are Staff Officers?

Accepted Answer

Pathfinder, Senior Researcher - Staff Officer: Officers not in a direct or team command position, acting either as a Junior Officer subordinate to a department head, or as a lesser head of staff. Staff Officers tend to be Officers due to qualifications, such as Medical Doctors, or junior officers. They do not have the special training to be in a command position.

Question 7

Who is the highest ranking Enlisted on the SEV "Torch"?

Accepted Answer

Senior Enlisted Advisor - The SEA is, by appointment, the senior most non-commissioned officer aboard the vessel and exists as a major component of the Command structure.

Question 8

What is Line of Succession on SEV "Torch"? Construct it out of the positions listed below, put ">" between them with spaces. (Example: CO > XO)

Accepted Answer

CO > XO > Ranking Department Head > Bridge Officers > Other Staff Officers > Science Staff Officers > Ranking Enlisted Crew

Question 9

Can CO or any of heads leave the ship?

Accepted Answer

false When a person is in command of the crew they should avoid leaving the Torch, since this usually means abandoning their post.

Question 10

When 2 people are of the same rank, who takes the priority?

Accepted Answer

EC one - Where multiple people are of the same rank, Expeditionary Corps members have priority.

Question 11

When are the: PT, Utility, Service, Dress uniforms are worn?

Accepted Answer

Trainings; Combat, Labor; Official Functions; Important Events - Military personnel are required to always wear their uniform except when their occupation would require otherwise, or they are substituting their uniform for equipment available in their occupation's lockers, such as doctors wearing scrubs, or engineers wearing a radiation suit. Religious headgear in colors that match the main color of each uniform is permitted.

Question 12

Are you allowed to wear clothing from your lockers?

Accepted Answer

true Military personnel are required to always wear their uniform except when their occupation would require otherwise, or they are substituting their uniform for equipment available in their occupation's lockers, such as doctors wearing scrubs, or engineers wearing a radiation suit. Religious headgear in colors that match the main color of each uniform is permitted.

Question 13

You MUST wear the cover on the ship?

Accepted Answer

false Under current SolGov military regulations, uniformed personnel are not required to wear hats (Also called 'covers'), while serving aboard a naval vessel such as the SEV Torch. If available as a part of uniform, berets can replace headgear of all of uniforms (utility, service, dress).

Question 14

Are you allowed to wear Jewelry while in Uniform?

Accepted Answer

true The crew is allowed to wear simple and conservative jewelry, and it must be in good taste while in uniform. Eccentricities or faddishness are not permitted, and the jewelry may not present a safety hazard. One ring per hand is permitted, plus a wedding or engagement ring set. Only one necklace is permitted while in uniform, and it must not be visible.

Question 15

What of the next is NOT allowed while walking in Uniform?

Accepted Answer

Smoke, Chew gum, Eat food, Drink beverages, Put hand in pockets - While in uniform, you are representing yourself, your organization, and your ship. Take pride in your appearance, and do your best to do your service proud. Do not smoke, eat, chew gum, drink, or put your hands in your pockets while walking. Crew that are off-duty are permitted to wear civilian clothes, and are not required to follow grooming guidelines, though it is recommended they still comport themselves with dignity and professionalism.

Question 16

When its NOT appropriate to salute?

Accepted Answer

If not covered, While actively engaging in physical activity, While sitting - The Salute, being a mark of respect, is never wrong to give, even if the person is not entitled to a salute.

Question 17

You must salute all superiors in the EC?

Accepted Answer

false In the Expeditionary Corps, saluting is optional, with the exception of saluting the Commanding Officer, or an Admiral of the Expeditionary Corps.

Question 18

What you MUST do when addressed/addressing a superior Officer?

Accepted Answer

Greet them with "Good morning sir!" - When passing a superior Commissioned or Non-Commissioned Officer for the first time, it is customary to give them the Greeting of the Day loudly and clearly. The Greeting of the Day is Good Morning, Afternoon, or Evening, depending on the time, and the superior Officer's title.

Question 19

A Commanding Officer enters the Mess Hall where you are eating with the rest of crew, what you should do?

Accepted Answer

Stands up into Attention - When a Commissioned Officer enters a room with multiple people in it talking, the ranking individual should call the room to Attention. The Officer should then put the room at ease or rest if they so desire. A high ranking Non-Commissioned Officer, at least E-8 or above, warrants putting the room at Ease.

Question 20

How you should address civilians?

Accepted Answer

Sir/Ma'am - When addressing civilians, it is customary to address them as Sir or Ma'am, or any formal title they may have.

Question 21

You encounter Captain Mendeleev, how you greet him?

Accepted Answer

Good afternoon sir, Good afternoon sir!

Question 22

You're greeted by a Lieutenant Gilbert, how you answer back?

Accepted Answer

Good morning Mr.Gilbert, Good morning Mr Gilbert, Good morning MrGilbert, Good morning Lieutenant Gilbert, Good morning Gilbert Lieutenant

Question 23

You're greeted by a Chief Petty Officer Chevalier, how you answer back?

Accepted Answer

Good evening Chief Petty Officer Chevalier, Good evening Chief Petty Officer Chevalier!, Good evening CPO Chevalier, Good evening CPO Chevalier!

Question 24

You encounter Admiral Rebecca, how you greet her?

Accepted Answer

Good evening Admiral Rebecca, Good evening Admiral Rebecca!

Question 25

What you should when given a unlawful order?

Accepted Answer

Respectfully Decline - While it may be tempting to overreact if given an unlawful order, disrespecting a superior officer will still get you thrown in the brig. The best way (and legal way for that matter) to disobey an order is, upon being given the order and deciding it is unlawful, is to clearly and respectfully tell the superior who has given that order that you cannot obey it. "Sir, I cannot in good conscience carry out that order," or "No Ma'am, I can not," are good examples of how to respectfully disobey an order.

Question 26

Your Commanding Officer orders "You must extract information from those captured soldiers by ANY means", should you follow this order?

Accepted Answer

true The Commanding Officer didn't explicitly told to torture or maim the captured soldiers. When executing order you must make sure to not maltreat them, as this breaks the law.

Question 27

Your Commanding Officer orders "Kill the CoS, he has betrayed us", should you follow this order?

Accepted Answer

false You can't just execute a person without a Court Martial or High Command approval, execution without proper proccess is MURDER. It must be noted that Summary Justice is allowed during Code Delta.

Question 28

Your Commanding Officer orders "Don't let the SCG rep. report about current situation to the SolGov", should you follow this order?

Accepted Answer

false You cannot prevent civilians from their freedom of speech (might have exceptions during Code Red). You can only detain civilians and crew with a proper signed warrant, but even detained they can engage in freedom of speech.

Question 29

Your Commanding Officer orders "We must destroy the gateway or else enemy will get into our territories" but you're 100% sure this is a SUICIDE MISSION, should you follow this order?

Accepted Answer

true Conversely, any lawful order must be obeyed, regardless of how distasteful. For example, a suicide mission in defence of the Sol Central Government, while unfortunate for those obeying the order, is not unlawful.

Question 30

Your Commanding Officer orders "Bring me a cup of coffee" but after you bring it he sends you back saying "I wanted it with cream!", is this order legitimate?

Accepted Answer

true It counts as Maltreatment only if the orders are downward oppressing, cruel, or abusive

Question 31

The Secretary-General of SolGov themselves orders "Don't spare any of the survivors you meet in this facility, nobody must go out of it alive", should you follow this order?

Accepted Answer

false It doesn't matter if the Secretary-General herself is giving the unlawful order, it's still unlawful.

Question 32

Who takes responsibility for the order?

Accepted Answer

Both - "I was only following orders" has been the shield of the coward for centuries, and has been used unsuccessfully as a legal defense for almost as long. While the individual giving the order has the responsibility for giving the order, the individual that carries out that order is just as responsible in the action. This is a heavy burden, and a major decision to make in a split second, but the citizens of the Sol Central Government are expected to carry out this duty.

Question 33

What traits should a good member of EC/Fleet/Army have?

Accepted Answer

Respect, Alert, Thoughtfulness, Directness, Teamwork, Honor - On the other hand... Military Service is not a magical machine that turns jerks into heroes, on the contrary, handing a bad person power might just make them worse. There are just as many liars, assholes, and idiots in the military as there are in the real world. What kind of person are you?

Question 34

Members of EC can have leeways in the courtesy?

Accepted Answer

true EC is not a military organization but in a naval style. While they do follow courtesy and regulations, they can have leeways in them. They're Scientists and Explorers, not Soldiers

Question 35

What are the 3 principles in SolGov Defense Forces and Uniformed Services?

Accepted Answer

To bear allegiance to the Sol Central Government., To obey the lawful orders of the Secretary-General and superiors., To support the Sol Central Government against all enemies. - This includes uniform and behaviour standards.

Question 36

For what offenses you can give NJP?

Accepted Answer

Absence Without Leave (AWoL), Mishandling and Negligent Use of Equipment, General Article or Conduct Unbecoming, Insubordination, Failure to Obey an Order, Procedure or Regulation - The SCUJ allows officers and non-commissioned officers to administer NJPs upon their subordinates at their discretion for lesser offenses of SCUJ. Generally, an officer will not personally give NJPs, instead allowing non-commissioned officers of their unit to handle discipline. NJPs are given for minor offenses, major ones have a Judical Punishment given by a Court-Martial.

Question 37

Can Officers receive NJPs?

Accepted Answer

true Officers may only have forfeiture of pay and relief from duty applied to them.

Question 38

What are the Court Martial only punishments?

Accepted Answer

Execution, Marooning - Marooning: To be left on a habitable (possessing a breathable atmosphere, and an available source of food and water) planet, habitat, or vessel. The individual marooned must be left with food, water, and survival gear. A pistol can be included if the individual is non-violent. Execution: Termination of life. Anyone who has been given a sentence of death may choose which option suits them if more than one option is possible. They may also choose to receive painkillers, anesthesia, and/or tranquilizers if not otherwise required.

Question 39

For what crimes you can get into Court Martial?

Accepted Answer

Abandonment of Duty, Assaulting or Disobeying an Officer, Terrorism, Murder, Mutiny/Sedition - In the event of a greater offence, the SCUJ provides that a court-martial must be conducted to determine guilt and sentence. Individuals subject to the SCUJ may also be tried and punished via court martial for high crimes under SCGL, with the maximum punishment applicable listed by SCGL.

Question 40

Can civilians be tried in Court Martial?

Accepted Answer

false Court Martial is only applicable to the members of Uniformed Services and Defense Forces.

Question 41

Can EC members be executed in Court Martial?

Accepted Answer

false The Expeditionary Corps, given its position as non-military uniformed service, has limitations on judicial punishment: Expeditionary Corps members can only be executed by court martial if the greater offence is committed during code red; Members of the Expeditionary Corps cannot be executed via court martial for lesser offences.

Question 42

Who can start a Field Court Martial?

Accepted Answer

Commanding Officer - The Commanding Officer, and only the Commanding Officer, can authorize a Field Court-Martial in order to try members of the Defence Forces or other SCG citizens who are subject to the SCUJ for SCUJ Offenses or High Crimes. Other Line Officers are not able to call a Field Court-Martial at any time, for any reason.

Question 43

Who are required to be at Field Court Martial?

Accepted Answer

SCG Representative, Commanding Officer, 2 Line Officers, Prosecuting Security Personnel, Master-At-Arms - The following persons are authorized to attend a court martial: The Commanding Officer and two other officers sitting on the court. The SCGR. The security representative presenting the case. Any Masters At Arms who are guarding the court martial accused.

Baystation12: SolGov Courtesy and Regulations Test

2) Who is superior, Lieutenant-Commander or Commander?

3) Who is NCO?

4) Who is a Line Officer?

5) Who is a Flag Officer?

6) Who of those roles are Staff Officers?

7) Who is the highest ranking Enlisted on the SEV "Torch"?

8) What is Line of Succession on SEV "Torch"? Construct it out of the positions listed below, put ">" between them with spaces. (Example: CO > XO)

9) Can CO or any of heads leave the ship?

10) When 2 people are of the same rank, who takes the priority?

11) When are the: PT, Utility, Service, Dress uniforms are worn?

12) Are you allowed to wear clothing from your lockers?

13) You MUST wear the cover on the ship?

14) Are you allowed to wear Jewelry while in Uniform?

15) What of the next is NOT allowed while walking in Uniform?

16) When its NOT appropriate to salute?

17) You must salute all superiors in the EC?

18) What you MUST do when addressed/addressing a superior Officer?

19) A Commanding Officer enters the Mess Hall where you are eating with the rest of crew, what you should do?

20) How you should address civilians?

21) You encounter Captain Mendeleev, how you greet him?

22) You're greeted by a Lieutenant Gilbert, how you answer back?

23) You're greeted by a Chief Petty Officer Chevalier, how you answer back?

24) You encounter Admiral Rebecca, how you greet her?

25) What you should when given a unlawful order?

26) Your Commanding Officer orders "You must extract information from those captured soldiers by ANY means", should you follow this order?

27) Your Commanding Officer orders "Kill the CoS, he has betrayed us", should you follow this order?

28) Your Commanding Officer orders "Don't let the SCG rep. report about current situation to the SolGov", should you follow this order?

29) Your Commanding Officer orders "We must destroy the gateway or else enemy will get into our territories" but you're 100% sure this is a SUICIDE MISSION, should you follow this order?

30) Your Commanding Officer orders "Bring me a cup of coffee" but after you bring it he sends you back saying "I wanted it with cream!", is this order legitimate?

31) The Secretary-General of SolGov themselves orders "Don't spare any of the survivors you meet in this facility, nobody must go out of it alive", should you follow this order?

32) Who takes responsibility for the order?

33) What traits should a good member of EC/Fleet/Army have?

34) Members of EC can have leeways in the courtesy?

35) What are the 3 principles in SolGov Defense Forces and Uniformed Services?

36) For what offenses you can give NJP?

37) Can Officers receive NJPs?

38) What are the Court Martial only punishments?

39) For what crimes you can get into Court Martial?

40) Can civilians be tried in Court Martial?

41) Can EC members be executed in Court Martial?

42) Who can start a Field Court Martial?

43) Who are required to be at Field Court Martial?