Code of Conduct

1. Respect for All Members

• Every member, visitor, ally, and guest should be treated with respect, fairness, and professionalism at all times. SIA is built on teamwork and mutual respect.
• Harassment, bullying, discrimination, toxic behaviour, or any form of disrespectful conduct is not accepted under any circumstances.
• Instructions from higher ranks must be followed respectfully, with a positive attitude and without unnecessary delay. If something is unclear, members should ask respectfully rather than ignore or challenge instructions publicly.
• Differences in opinion must always be handled calmly and privately when needed.

2. Professional Conduct

• Maintain professionalism while on duty.
• Avoid disruptive behaviour such as trolling, spamming, or flooding the base.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully at all times.

3. Uniform & Appearance

• Wear the correct uniform while on duty unless permission is granted.
• Official uniforms must not be modified without authorization.
• Follow badge, motto, and identity requirements when working.

4. Chain of Command & Instructions

• All members must respect and follow the chain of command.
• Instructions from higher ranks must be followed promptly and appropriately.
• Disagreements should be handled privately rather than publicly.

5. Fairness, Integrity & Trust

• Abuse of rank, power, or position is not allowed.
• Promotions and opportunities must be earned through merit and behaviour.
• Favouritism, corruption, scamming, or unfair treatment is strictly prohibited.
• Privileges (room rights, Discord access, special units, badge management) are based on trust and performance and may be revoked at any time.

6. Activity & Participation

• Members must remain active during shifts and support base operations.
• Greet and assist visitors to maintain a welcoming environment.
• Participate in events, games, or duties when possible.
• Notify leadership in advance if extended inactivity is expected or submit an LOA when required.

7. Safety, Privacy & Behaviour Standards

• Never share personal account details or sensitive information.
• Do not request private information from others.
• Doxxing (sharing private details such as names, emails, numbers, addresses) is strictly prohibited.
• Sharing confidential internal information (DMs, IC chats, leadership discussions) with harmful intent is not allowed.
• Report raiders, scammers, or suspicious activity immediately.
• Follow all Habbo Hotel rules and platform policies.
• No Cybering: Sexual or explicit content, webcam requests, or inappropriate behaviour is strictly forbidden.
• No Scamming: Attempting to steal, trick, or hack players will result in removal and reporting.

8. Communication Standards

• Maintain respectful communication at all times.
• Avoid unnecessary drama, arguments, or excessive swearing.
• Advertising other agencies requires permission.
• English is the main language used in SIA.
• Other languages may only be used in lobby areas, not inside the main base.
• Leadership may limit excessive language use if needed.

9. Loyalty & Agency Protection

• Members must remain loyal to SIA during employment.
• Double-jobbing (working in multiple agencies) is not allowed.
• To join another agency, members must resign or transfer properly.
• Actions that harm or undermine SIA during or after employment are not allowed.
• Mafia-related affiliations or badges are strictly prohibited and must be reported to IA immediately with evidence.
• Do not confront offenders unless instructed by Foundation Leadership or Affairs.

10. Accountability & Discipline System

Members may receive:

• Verbal Warning
• Written Warning
• Demotion
• Suspension
• Removal from SIA

Strike System

Further violations may result in termination.

Strikes may be reviewed or removed over time based on improvement and behaviour.

11. ICs (In Command)

• ICs (In Command) are senior leadership responsible for overseeing operations and communication.
• ICs ensure SIA standards are followed across all departments.
• Members must respect and cooperate with IC instructions.
• ICs act as a bridge between Foundation Leadership and staff to maintain structure and fairness.

12. Leave of Absence (LOA)

LOA requests must be submitted through the official portal and Discord LOA channel, tagged to Foundation leadership.

Maximum absence without approved LOA:

• Standard Rank: 15 days
• IC Rank: 7 days
• SU Overseers: 5 days

Missing limits may result in disciplinary action. A valid reason is required for all LOAs.

LOA Guidelines

• Minimum 3-week gap between LOAs.
• Back-to-back LOAs may be reviewed or denied.
• Response time: 24–48 hours before inactivity is assumed.
• LOA status must be updated in Discord and base systems.
• Inactivity must also be reported to IA or Foundation.

13. Conduct Management & Conflict Resolution

• Members should resolve issues calmly and privately first.
• Staff should de-escalate situations professionally.
• Higher ranks may intervene if needed.
• Repeated issues will be escalated further.

Discipline Process

• All cases must have valid evidence.
• Cases without proof may be denied.
• Discipline ranges from warnings to termination depending on severity.
• Serious cases may bypass normal steps.

Record Retention

• Warnings: 2 weeks
• Demotions: 1 month

14. Leadership Philosophy

SIA is built on fairness, opportunity, and respect. Every member deserves a chance to grow — rank does not define value, effort and attitude matter most.

Leadership must ensure fairness, development, and opportunity while maintaining structure. The goal is growth, not just punishment.

15. Anti-AFK System

• Activity is checked once per hour if inactive.
• Members have 60 seconds to respond.
• Successful response = no penalty.
• Penalties increase for repeated failure but are capped.
• AFK on duty is not allowed.
• Approved ALT accounts may be used for AFK purposes where permitted.

16. Time Tracking System

• Use !timecheck to view activity.
• IC members may use :time screenshots for logs.

17. Promotion Policy

Promotions are based on merit, fairness, and consistency. Members must show:

• Respect and professionalism
• Activity and engagement
• Teamwork and support
• Leadership potential when applicable

Promotions are earned, not requested. Leadership positions require trust, responsibility, and contribution. No favoritism, bribery, or unfair influence is allowed.

18. Standard Pay System

• All members earn 2 Credits per hour worked.
• Pay is tracked via the SIA Pay Duck system.
• Only active station work counts.

Bonus Pay

• Random rewards (1–50C) by IC+.
• Not guaranteed.

Special Units

• Earn 2–5 Portal Points per approved submission.
• Points can be redeemed in the rewards system.

ALT Accounts

• Must be approved and registered.
• Must follow logging rules.
• Abuse results in removal of privileges.

19. National Punishment

National Punishment applies to serious cases affecting trust, safety, or integrity. May include:

• Ban on Sight
• Do Not Hire
• Do Not Transfer

SIA believes in accountability and improvement. Members may appeal decisions through IA and Foundation review. Each case is evaluated fairly based on behaviour and progress.