Post by Deleted on Sept 5, 2009 9:35:32 GMT
Since this forum has been in existence, there have been rare occasions when postings have become slightly heated. For the most part, the behaviour of members on this forum is what you would expect from well adjusted adults who use the forum as an extension of their hobby. Sadly, there are times when I've had to email members and ask for a posting to be modified or removed, although usually, I don't have a problem with anyone as this forum is self policing. In very rare cases, I've locked a thread and informed the member why.
However, I have noticed a couple of postings which have become more than just a comment, more of a personal jibe or taunt. I have therefore instigated a warning system which will appear just above your avatar, if you don't see a warning, then there's no need to worry.
The warning consists of a series of small horizontal red bars which will appear above your avatar and will only be seen by the member concerned, the number of bars shown will indicate the severity of the warning. If a warning appears, it means that after being requested to moderate the tone of the posting, you either ignore the request or continue to be aggressive in any way, then you will see a warning bar. If two appear, then you will receive a 7 day suspension from the forum, if three or more appear, then you're in danger of a longer suspension or having your membership of the forum cancelled.
When you first register for this site, you agree to abide by a set of rules, I would advise all new members and existing members who have not yet read the FAQ threads, to do so. I've not taken the issue of a warning system lightly, but some folks just like an argument, and I have the means to end it.
However, I have noticed a couple of postings which have become more than just a comment, more of a personal jibe or taunt. I have therefore instigated a warning system which will appear just above your avatar, if you don't see a warning, then there's no need to worry.
The warning consists of a series of small horizontal red bars which will appear above your avatar and will only be seen by the member concerned, the number of bars shown will indicate the severity of the warning. If a warning appears, it means that after being requested to moderate the tone of the posting, you either ignore the request or continue to be aggressive in any way, then you will see a warning bar. If two appear, then you will receive a 7 day suspension from the forum, if three or more appear, then you're in danger of a longer suspension or having your membership of the forum cancelled.
When you first register for this site, you agree to abide by a set of rules, I would advise all new members and existing members who have not yet read the FAQ threads, to do so. I've not taken the issue of a warning system lightly, but some folks just like an argument, and I have the means to end it.