Rules of Conduct

For IRC Operators

Rules for Users also apply to IRC Operators

1. You will not interfere with channel management.
2. Flooders can be dealt with by channel ops.
3. Don't use your o-line or services abilities to manipulate a channel unless you are doing so to prevent abuse (must show logs to support such usage!).
4. If services are down and a channel owner requests ops, but you don't know anyone who is on the access list then ask advice from fellow IRC Operators.
5. You are expected to help users and respond to polite requests for help.
6. If you are too busy, direct them to #ircops or another operator.
7. Make sure you are not invisible (umode +i) whilst opered.
8. You do not have to take abuse from users, but by the same token you may not at any point use your o-line or increased services access to exact revenge.
9. You are expected to take an active part in managing the network.
10. As a global IRC Operator you should familiarise yourself with the proper routing of servers, in order to help the network recover from splits.
11. You will behave professionally in network channels.
12. Our only network-owned channel is #lobby & #ircops (others may be founded in the future). In network-owned channels you will not abuse users in any way. Abusive users will be banned and you will be expected to /ignore them.
13. If it is brought to our attention that you have brought our network into disrepute by e.g. mass advertising us on another network, you may be subject to disciplinary action.
14. Keep your admin informed: If you can't fulfill your duties or be present on the network for an extended period of time, explain to your admin. This is not likely to pose a problem if the situation is temporary.