Moderator rules

[RS25.com]

MODERATORS:

The moderators help me by enforcing the site rules. I expect the moderators to follow and enforce these rules, and treat all members with the same respect and consideration that I would. If a moderator asks you to do something, consider it is ME asking you to do that and comply. If there is a problem, you can take it up with me after the fact.

If a moderator is rude to you, or you think they are in violation of a site rule, or otherwise make your stay here less than comfortable, please send me a PM with as much detail as possible.

MODERATOR RULES:

In addition to the normal site rules, moderators must also follow these rules:

1. If a user is in violation of a site rule, use the infraction system. You should edit the users post if applicable. No PM or messages need to be sent to the user. If they are in violation of a non-post rule, such as classifieds hijack or avatar violation, please rep them on their most recent post. No courtesy warnings are to be given for rules violations to any users, new or old. If a user complains about a point, have them PM me - you do not need to explain why you are enforcing the site rules.

2. I encourage free speech on my site, but I do expect it to be in the correct forum. Except for language which violates the law or these rules, no thread should ever be closed. However, off topic, NWS, or other types of offensive threads should be moved to the appropriate private area. On Topic, Off Topic, The RS Club, and NWS areas will be the general targets for stuff like this. If you cannot decide what to do with a thread, move it to the moderators area and PM me so I can review it and assist you with a decision.

3. No person should ever be kicked out of the chat room, or otherwise subjected to the moderator "features" of the chat room such as room moving, etc., unless they are in clear violation of the site rules. If someone is, you must notify me of who it was and why action was taken. Please copy the chat room log and send the contents to me for my review.

4. If a member says they have cleared something with me, contact me before taking action. Liars will be punished.

5. You must NEVER encourage users to break the rules or mis-use the infraction system. Doing so will result in you losing your moderator status.
BANNABLE OFFENSE

6. If someone posts a classified-like post (FS, WTB, WTT) anywhere in the forums, please close it and ask them to use the Classifieds.

7. Tease and torment members carefully. If you REALLY know someone VERY well, it's probably okay. If you're not 100% sure they understand being teased (i.e., jokingly changing their sig or avatar) then leave them be.

8. You will report site problems, slowdowns, hackers, or anything that could potentially cause the site to be unresponsive or unfriendly to users in any way to me ASAP so I can fix it.

9. Use smilies when appropriate to let people know you are joking around. Some folks think moderators are always serious, and well ... shit, some folks need to get a clue!

10. While it can be difficult, I ask that all moderators encourage friendly discussion between all members, and between moderators and members. In the event a member is being rude or provocative towards a moderator, please report the post or forward the PM to me and I will handle it personally.

11. Moderators may never edit Vendor Details posts, Vendor Advertisement posts/threads, any Rules posts, or any special offers/posts/threads that I make.

12. If you have a problem or altercation with a member, consider asking another moderator or me for my opinion before engaging that member.

If you have any questions, please PM "Kevin" who is the current site owner.

Thanks.

[Earp96'L]

I need help from a moderator, please pm me

[Joshua]

Please if you need help from a mod create a thread in the Private Support Forum