General Command Usage Rules
The following rules apply to all staff members with command access, regardless of rank:- Commands must only be used for moderation, safety, or operational purposes.
- Commands must never be used for personal advantage or trolling
- Abuse of commands, even once, may result in immediate disciplinary action.
- All actions taken using commands must be justifiable and proportionate.
- Staff must be prepared to explain and justify any command usage to Senior Management.
- Commands must not be used as punishment unless explicitly permitted by policy.
- If unsure whether a command is appropriate, do not use it — escalate the situation.
Management Command Permissions
Management-level staff have limited administrative access focused on player moderation and operational support.Permitted Command Types
- Player moderation
- Shift or session control
- Minor corrective actions
Commonly Permitted Commands
:warn [player] [reason]:kick [player] [reason]:mute [player]:unmute [player]:freeze [player]:unfreeze [player]:respawn [player]:jail [player](short-term, non-punitive only):unjail [player]:viewlogs [player](if applicable)
Restrictions
- Must not ban players permanently.
- Must not use teleport, fly, or god commands for personal use.
- Must not modify game state, vehicles, or race outcomes.
- Must not issue punishments outside defined moderation guidelines.
Senior Management Command Permissions
Senior Management members have extended authority and are responsible for investigations, escalations, and higher-impact actions.Permitted Command Types
- Advanced moderation
- Investigation and oversight (if applicable)
- Event or system supervision
Commonly Permitted Commands
- All Management commands, plus:
:ban [player] [duration/reason]:pban [player] [reason]:sban [player] [reason]:unban [player]:tempban [player] [time]:teleport [player] [to]:bring [player]:to [player]:view [player]:unview:logs:warnings [player]
Restrictions
- Must not use commands to influence race results unfairly.
- Shutdowns must be justified and reported.
- Teleport commands must not be abused for convenience.
- Disciplinary actions must align with TrackRace moderation policy.
Executive Command Permissions
Executives hold the highest level of administrative authority and are responsible for system-wide actions and oversight.Permitted Command Types
- Full administrative access
- System management
- Emergency intervention
Commonly Permitted Commands
- All previous commands, plus:
:slock:unslock:globalmessage:give [item]:shutdown
Restrictions
- Must not act emotionally or impulsively.
- Must document major actions.
- Must not override policies without valid justification.
- Executive powers must never be used casually.
Prohibited Command Usage (All Levels)
The following actions are strictly prohibited:- Using commands on friends or rivals to gain advantage.
- Trolling players using admin tools.
- Using commands for entertainment or flexing authority.
- Punishing players without evidence or reason.
- Bypassing cooldowns or restrictions intentionally.
- Using commands while off-duty unless authorised.
- Using commands to avoid gameplay consequences.
Logging & Accountability
- All command usage is logged automatically where possible.
- Staff may be asked to explain or justify command usage.
- Failure to justify may be treated as misuse.
- Tampering with logs or attempting to hide command usage is a serious offence.
Emergency Situations
In emergencies (exploits, server crashes, mass rule-breaking):- Senior Management or Executives may take immediate action.
- Actions must be reported and documented afterward.
- Management-level staff must escalate immediately and avoid overstepping.
Violations & Enforcement
Misuse of commands may result in:- Formal warnings
- Suspension
- Demotion
- Immediate termination