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Code of Ethics
The Code of Ethics (CoE) serves as the key part of the Foundation’s mission to protect humanity from anomalous threats while upholding the highest standards of ethical responsibility. Click to view full regulations.

Code of Ethics (CoE)

Area-315 Foundation Personnel Regulations

Humanity First

The Foundation’s primary mission is the preservation of humanity. All containment, research, and operational decisions must prioritize human survival and welfare. Unnecessary suffering must be minimized, whether inflicted upon civilians, staff, or anomalies. Efficiency must never come at the cost of needless harm.

Proportionality

Threat responses must match the scale of danger. Excessive force, destructive protocols, or reckless experimentation are violations of this principle. Combat teams must neutralize threats precisely; researchers must balance curiosity with restraint; containment must avoid cruelty at all costs.

Dignity & Respect

Every sentient being—staff, Class-D, or anomaly—possesses inherent dignity. Respect is not optional. Class-D are human beings, not tools; sentient anomalies are entities capable of thought and must be contained accordingly. Disrespect erodes morale, discipline, and the Foundation’s legitimacy.

Transparency in Oversight

All actions with ethical weight are subject to Ethics Committee review: experimental designs, containment revisions, and disciplinary actions. Documentation must be complete and honest. Concealing facts is itself an ethical violation. Oversight is not a barrier, but a safeguard.

The Greater Good

Sacrifice is sometimes necessary, but never without purpose. Every loss must yield a demonstrable benefit to humanity. Sacrifice without justification is cruelty; sacrifice with purpose is duty. Leadership must ensure this burden is carried with solemnity.

General Rules

  • 1.1 – Personnel must adhere to the CoE at all times.
  • 1.2 – Ignorance of the CoE does not excuse misconduct.
  • 1.3 – Violations result in disciplinary action based on severity.

General Personnel

  • 2.1 – Unauthorized entry into restricted zones is prohibited.
  • 2.2 – Access to secure sectors/areas requires a valid reason, valid clearance and authorization.
  • 2.3 – Entry into SCP containment chambers require authorization like 2.2.
  • 2.4 – Suspicious activity must be reported immediately.
  • 2.5 – During breaches, report to nearest shelter.
  • 2.6 – Harm or termination of staff/SCPs requires an excessive amount of authorization by Hi-Com of the DEO or the Site Directory.
  • 2.7 – SCPs may not be used for personal gain.
  • 2.8 – Concealing/falsifying identity leads to severe action.

Combative Personnel

  • 3.1 – Uniforms must be worn while on duty.
  • 3.2 – Remain stationed in areas that you have been assigned to except reassigned.
  • 3.3 – Escort Class-D for testing when required.
  • 3.4 – Escort all non-combative staff to shelters during breaches.
  • 3.5 – Termination of staff requires the same authorization as mentioned at 2.6.
  • 3.6 – Unauthorized access to higher clearance zones is prohibited.
  • 3.7 – SCP misuse is highly prohibited.
  • 3.8 – Unauthorized termination of SCPs is extremely forbidden.

Class-D Subjects

  • 4.1 – Possession of contraband results in confiscation or termination.
  • 4.2 – Crossing CDC security lines results in termination after warning.
  • 4.3 – Attempting SCP breaches results in immediate termination.
  • 4.4 – Only Class-D may be used for anomaly testing.

Managing & Administrative

  • 5.1 – Leadership must demonstrate professionalism and maturity.
  • 5.2 – Ethical violations by leaders judged more severely.
  • 5.3 – Admins may not directly test SCPs.
  • 5.4 – Executions require the same authorization as mentioned in 2.6.
  • 5.5 – Abuse of authority is forbidden.
  • 5.6 – Admins must follow breach protocols.

Violation Levels

Minor Violations

• Retraining and re-education
• Disciplinary notes

Major Violations

• Temporary suspension/demotion
• Formal Ethics review

Critical Violations

• Immediate removal from position
• Termination/prosecution
• Execution if authorized

Document ratified by Area-315 Site Directory and Site Founder
Oversight by the Department of Ethical Oversight and O5-█

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