SoP: Science
Contraband Policy
- Any items (including weapons) handled by the Research Department, even those normally deemed illegal by NanoTrasen, are completely legal within the confines of the research department. The moment these weapons leave the department, security is permitted to arrest for contraband as per Policy/Corporate Regulations §212. This includes combat mechs. Combat mechs that don't have weapons equipped are still considered combat mechs for the purposes of this restriction.
- All weapons handled by the research department should be for explicitly scientific purposes. The Research Director may selectively suspend this right at any time for any scientist for any reason.
- The surface exterior is considered within the Research Department's weapon allowance zone.
- If one or more of these weapons are used in a crime within the Research Department, this weapons policy is null and the weapons are treated as contraband upon arrest.
- Explosives and launchers are to be handled with a bomb suit worn at all times.
- Any accidents relating to handling contraband are to be reported immediately to security and the research director. If an injury results from such a mishap, the medical staff should also be informed. If station damage occurs, contact engineering staff.
- Moving of weapons through main corridors is strictly forbidden. If security wants weapons for their own uses, or if there's a gateway mission about to happen, weapons may not be transported by scientists. All weapons must be transported by security officers as couriers.
- Explorers are the exception to the above restrictions. An explorer may carry arms and armor outside of the Research Department, but only to and from the gateway prep area, or shuttle hangar. Any off-duty explorer possessing weapons may be charged according to normal Policy/Corporate Regulations.
Toxin Laboratory Procedure
- Internals are required at all time while inside labs.
- During mixing process, an Explosive Ordnance Disposal suit is to be worn at all times.
- When mixing process is complete, mixing chamber is to be vented into space.
- All detonations are to be announced over public comms with a countdown, and must be detonated on the designated bomb range.
- Decontamination and medical examination.