Star Fleet Command Manual - Volume VI Part 1

STAR FLEET COMMAND
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PART 1 – STAR BASE COMMAND DIVISION

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TABLE OF REVISIONS
Revision Section/Page
Stardate Description of Change
Number Number
0.0 0308.99 All Initial manual outline established.
0.1 0677.44 All First draft of manual created.
0.2 6957.73 Section 3.3 Added section on Star Fleet ship duty pay.
Updated Section 2.1 to show uniform and the new badge for the
0.3 7090.79 Section 2.1
Deputy Chief.
Final Publication incorporated into the Star Fleet Command Manual
1.0 7305.29 All
series.
1.1 8840.82 Section 1.0 Added diagram to illustrate the new Star Base Command symbol
Updated definitions and descriptions of Star Fleet bases and space
1.2 11255.92 Section 4.3
stations.
Revised diagrams to reflect the new Star Base Command symbol
1.3 12069.32 Section 1.0
and badges worn on the Standard Working Uniform.
1.4 12294.05 Section 3.2 Added information regarding job qualifications
Sections 1.0 and Revised diagrams to reflect the new Star Base Command symbol
1.5 17471.69
3.2 and badges worn on the Standard Working Uniform.
1.6 17520.97 Section 3.1 Updated Section 3.1 to update information on Star Fleet ID cards.
Added Section 6.3 and Appendix A to incorporate the Standard
Section 6.3 and
1.7 20254.19 Station Organization and Regulations Manual (SORM); updated the
Appendix A
functions performed by Star Base Command.
Chapter 5 Modified all sections in Chapter 5 to update the roles and
1.8 20630.71
All Sections responsibilities of the various base and station commanders.
Revised Section 3.3 to describe the new Standard Working
1.9 20741.10 Section 3.3
Uniforms.
Sections 1.0 and Updated sections regarding the new patches for Star Base
2.0 21227.03
3.3 Command worn on the Standard Working Uniform.
2.1 21581.86 Section 3.3 Updated uniforms to remove the Type I tunic from service.
Updated section regarding special working uniforms and included
2.2 21959.37 Section 3.3
new Outpost Duty Pin.
2.3 22103.27 Section 6.0 Updated Section 6.0 regarding Star Fleet base administration.
Sections 3.0, 3.1, Updated sections 3.0, 3.1 and 6.1; included civilian personnel
2.4 22985.00
and 6.1
2.5 23502.93 Section 3.2 Added information regarding training request forms
Added new Starbases and outposts, and updated locations of Star
2.6 25166.82 Section 4.5
Fleet bases and stations.
2.7 25187.94 Section 3.4 Updated Star Base Command pay information.
2.8 25201.18 Page v. Updated Forward by new Deputy Chief: Star Base Command.
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FORWARD
The Star Fleet Command Manual was created to lay the foundation for the structure, authority and
functions of Star Fleet. It is divided into nineteen volumes, each of which relates to a specific function of
the Department and is written in the languages of the worlds that are signatories to the Articles of
Federation.
Not only is the function of the Star Fleet Command Manual to lay the foundation for the Star Fleet,
but also to act as a reference guide to all members of the Service and is used at all Star Fleet training
facilities for the education and indoctrination of its members. Every command within the Department shall
have at least one copy of the complete manual in the languages representing the United Federation of
Planets.
Therefore, I invite all members of the Star Fleet Service to read this manual and become familiar with
all the information it has to offer.
Jose Mendez, Vice Admiral, SBC

Deputy Chief: Star Base Command
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STAR FLEET COMMAND MANUALS
VOLUME I STAR FLEET COMMAND

VOLUME II STAR FLEET OPERATIONS
VOLUME III STAR FLEET PERSONNEL
VOLUME IV STAR SHIP COMMAND
PART 1 STAR SHIP COMMAND DIVISION
PART 2 STAR FLEET SHIP OPERATIONS
VOLUME V STAR FLEET SHIPS

PART 1 STAR FLEET SHIP DESIGN
PART 2 STAR FLEET SHIP CONSTRUCTION
PART 3 STAR FLEET SHIP SYSTEMS
PART 4 STAR FLEET SHIP SYSTEMS OPERATION
PART 5 STAR FLEET SHIP MAINTENANCE
PART 6 STAR FLEET SERVICE CRAFT
PART 7 STAR FLEET AUXILLIARY UNITS
PART 8 STANDARD STAR FLEET EQUIPMENT
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PART 1 STAR BASE COMMAND DIVISION
PART 2 STAR FLEET BASE OPERATIONS
VOLUME VII STAR FLEET BASES

PART 1 STAR FLEET BASE DESIGN
PART 2 STAR FLEET BASE CONSTRUCTION
PART 3 STAR FLEET BASE SYSTEMS
PART 4 STAR FLEET BASE SYSTEMS OPERATION
PART 5 STAR FLEET BASE MAINTENANCE
VOLUME VIII STAR FLEET JUSTICE

VOLUME IX STAR FLEET REPRESENTATIVES
VOLUME X STAR FLEET MEDICINE
VOLUME XI STAR FLEET SECURITY
VOLUME XII STAR FLEET SCIENCE
VOLUME XIII STAR FLEET ENGINEERING
VOLUME XIV STAR FLEET EDUCATION
VOLUME XV STAR FLEET EXPLORATION
VOLUME XVI STAR FLEET MATERIEL
VOLUME XVII STAR FLEET MARINE CORPS
VOLUME XVIII STAR FLEET CONSTRUCTION
VOLUME XIX STAR FLEET CHAPLAINS
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VOLUME VI PART 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 6a.ix
1.0 Star Base Command Division 6a10

1.1 Office of Star Fleet Base Personnel 6a11
1.2 Office of Star Fleet Base Operations 6a12
1.3 Office of Star Fleet Base Materiel 6a13
1.4 Office of Star Fleet Base Requirements 6a14
1.5 Office of Star Fleet Base Facilities 6a15
1.6 Office of Star Fleet Base Security 6a16
2.0 Star Base Command Organization 6a20
2.1 Deputy Chief: Star Base Command 6a21
2.2 Star Base Command Chief Of Staff 6a22
2.3 Star Base Command Staff 6a23
3.0 Star Base Command Personnel 6a30
3.1 Star Base Command Personnel Classification 6a31
3.2 Star Base Command Training and Certification 6a32
3.3 Star Base Command Uniforms and Insignias 6a33
3.4 Star Fleet Base Duty Pay 6a34
4.0 Star Base Command Operations 6a40
4.1 Administrative Operations 6a41
4.2 Star Fleet Base Functions 6a42
4.3 Star Fleet Bases 6a43
4.4 Star Fleet Base Placement 6a44
4.5 Current Star Fleet Base Locations 6a45
5.0 Star Fleet Base and Station Command 6a50
5.1 Command of Star Fleet District Headquarters 6a51
5.2 Command of Star Fleet Bases 6a52
5.3 Command of Star Fleet Stations 6a53
5.4 Command of Star Fleet Outposts 6a54
5.5 Command of Star Fleet Repair and Construction Facilities 6a55
5.6 Command of Star Fleet Tactical Stations 6a56
5.7 Star Fleet Base Commanders 6a57
6.0 Star Fleet Base and Station Administration 6a60
6.1 Star Fleet Base and Station Civilian Employees 6a61
6.2 Star Base Command Operational Directives and Instructions 6a62
6.3 Star Fleet Station Organization and Regulations Manual 6a63
Appendices
A Standard Station Organization and Regulations Manual 6aA
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INTRODUCTION
In the year 2203 the Federation Council and the Military Staff Committee was tasked, under
Executive Order 521, to develop the structure, authority and operation of the Department of the
Star Fleet. A special task force composed of the military experts from all the signatory members of the
Federation was created to establish the structure of Star Fleet. The resulting document, along with
the Star Fleet Charter, was the Star Fleet Command Manual. The Star Fleet Command Manual
took over two years to develop. Many of the aspects of the structure and organization described in the
manual were developed from the old military systems of Earth and from the old Space Service.
Therefore, most readers will find this familiar to them.
The Star Fleet Command Manual is actually a set of manual volumes, each concentrating on a specific
function of the Department of the Star Fleet. This volume, Volume VI of the Star Fleet Command
Manual, describes the organization, functions and operations of the Star Fleet Shore Establishment
and the organizations that manages it. This volume is divided into two parts: Part 1 – Star Base
Command Division and Part 2 – Star Fleet Base Operations. This particular part, Part 1, will
describe the structure of the organizations that manages Star Fleet bases and space stations, and the
personnel assigned to this branch of the service.
The Star Fleet Command Manual is written in the five languages of the original signatories to the
Articles of Federation. The Terranglo version of the manual is written for those members of Star
Fleet that originate from Earth and is written in the English language. Other versions written in
languages other than the standard five can be obtained from the Star Fleet Printing Office upon
request.
Throughout the manual the following typographic standards will be used:
1. Bolded items are important Star Fleet and Federation names, titles, designations and other key
words that Star Fleet personnel should become familiar with.
2. Titles, designations and other identifiers will be illustrated in a generic format. Where a specific value
must be entered to complete the title or phrase, angle brackets (“<>”) will be used to indicate the
point of insertion.
3. Where a choice is required in order to complete a title or phrase, a vertical bar (‘|’) is used to
indicate a selection. However, only one selection can be made from the choices offered. All choices
and ranges of choices are enclosed within braces (“{}”).
4. References to classified material will be exposed as to their classification level and printed in Bolded
RED.
5. Throughout this manual there are hyperlinks to sections and figures provided in this manual. Internal
links to figures, for example: “Figure 6a21.2”, will allow the reader to jump to that figure by clicking
the text “Figure 6a21.2.” To return back to the source page, click on the page number at the bottom
of the figure, such as “UFP521-6a21.7.” This also applies to any referenced section in the manual.
Thus, clicking “Section 2.0” in the manual will jump to that section or an appropriate page in that
section. However, there is no return link to the source page.
6. In addition, there are various editorial comments made regarding information or references to texts,
concepts or items stated or presented within the TOS episodes. These are indicated with a
superscripted bracket, such as: TEXT[n]. Clicking on the superscript will jump the reader to the
explanation in the Star Fleet Guide section of this manual. To return to the source page, click
anywhere on the descriptive text.
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1.0 STAR BASE COMMAND DIVISION[1]

In this chapter the structure of Star Base Command (SBC), a section of the Star Fleet
Division of Operations, will be discussed. The function of Star Base Command (SBC)
is to manage the operations of the Shore Establishment, which includes all Star Fleet
bases, stations, outposts, their personnel, and all the buildings, equipment and assets
contained therein. As with Star Ship Command Star Base Command is a branch of the
Star Fleet Service as specified in Star Fleet Regulation 5100. Star Base Command
is essentially an administrative command and as such, this “Type Command” is primarily
involved with the management of Star Fleet Bases, Stations and Outposts. In addition
and as delegated to it by the Director: Star Fleet Command, Star Base Command is
responsible for managing and maintaining the Star Fleet Station Register in accordance
with Star Fleet Regulation 2500.
As stated above, Star Base Command is a branch of the Star Fleet Service and as
such, has authority over all personnel assigned to Star Fleet bases and stations. All
personnel assigned to this branch of the Service will have a “SBC” designation applied to
their title or rating as specified in Paragraph 3 of Star Fleet Regulation 5320. In order
to manage the operations of bases and stations, SBC is divided into several offices
designed to handle the various functions associated with base operations. These offices
are shown in Figure 6a10.1 and will be described in the subsequent paragraphs below.
The Deputy Chief: Star Base Command (CSBC) is the senior officer in command of
Star Base Command, and of all activities regarding the operations, assignments and
management of Star Fleet bases, stations and their personnel. The CSBC is an officer of
the line (SBC), and will typically have the rank of Vice Admiral.
RESPONSIBILITY
Star Base Command is basically responsible for all the aspects regarding the operation
and functioning of Star Fleet bases, stations and outposts. In essence, Star Base
Command is responsible for the entire Shore Establishment of Star Fleet and as such,
is responsible to the Chief of Star Fleet Operations for the overall readiness of all bases
and stations in terms of military efficiency, for the servicing of Star Fleet vessels, for base
personnel competence, and to maintain the appropriate force size of bases and stations.
As part of this responsibility, Star Base Command is tasked with ensuring that all its
personnel are properly trained and qualified in the performance of their duties, and that a
high level of morale is maintained within these forces.
In addition, Star Base Command is also responsible to make certain that the Shore
Establishments are provided with all the equipment and supplies necessary in order to
maintain this aspect of the fleet in a high state of readiness.
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AUTHORITY
The authority of this division comes directly from the Chief of Star Fleet Operations.
The specific authorities of this subdivision are as follows:
1. The authority to develop and organize Star Fleet shore assets into the units and
commands as defined in ARTICLE 66 of the Star Fleet Charter.
2. The authority to determine the numbers and types of Star Fleet bases, stations and
other ground or planetary assets, as well as all craft assigned to such installations and
as a result, to procure or have constructed such assets as specified in ARTICLES 16
and 65 of the Star Fleet Charter.
3. The authority to negotiate and lease such areas of space or land for the construction
or placement of any Star Fleet base, station or asset within the territorial boundaries
of member and non-member governments within the United Federation of Planets
or outside Federation space as authorized in ARTICLE 23 of the Star Fleet Charter.
4. The authority to assign Star Fleet service craft and personnel assets to such units and
commands under ARTICLE 16 of the Star Fleet Charter.
5. Authority over all private, commercial and military bases, stations and facilities that are
constructed and that operate within open Federation space. This particular authority
will be exercised coequally with the Star Fleet Division of Federation Space
Operations.
6. Authority over all objects in Federation space as specified in ARTICLE 22 of the Star
Fleet Charter. This authority is exercised coequally with the Star Fleet Division of
Federation Space Operations.
STAR BASE COMMAND SYMBOL[2]
The symbol for the Star Base Command subdivision is a derivative of the original symbol
for the Star Fleet. The symbol consists of the Star Fleet star surrounded by Laurel
leaves embedded within a red rectangle, which symbolizes the Federation. This symbol is
used on all Star Base Command documents, on the division flag, and a version of this
symbol is also worn on the uniforms of all the members of this branch of service. The
specific badge types will be described later in Section 3.3 of this volume.
Illustration 6a10.1
STAR BASE COMMAND SYMBOL

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DIVISION ORGANIZATION
Star Base Command is divided into six offices for the delegation of its responsibilities as
illustrated in Figure 6a10.1. These subdivisions or offices are:
 Office of Star Fleet Base Personnel,

 Office of Star Fleet Base Operations,
 Office of Star Fleet Base Materiel,
 Office of Star Fleet Base Requirements,
 Office of Star Fleet Base Facilities,
 Office of Star Fleet Base Security.
Each of these subdivisions will be described in the subsequent sections of this chapter.
DIVISION OFFICES
As stated above, Star Base Command is compartmentalized into six offices established
to manage the major functions of the division. In this case an “office” is a large
organization similar to a “bureau”, but will have a more focused scope than a bureau. All
offices of Star Base Command are located on Star Base Central. The primary
administrative offices of Star Base Command are in the Star Fleet Operations Center
located in Star Base Central. See Section 1.8 of Volume II of the Star Fleet Command
Manual for details regarding the operations center.
The ranks and titles of the commanders of Star Base Command offices will depend upon
the relative size and scope of the organization, as specified in accordance with Star Fleet
Regulation 3100. The largest office is the Office of Star Fleet Base Operations and
as such, the commander of this office will have the rank of Rear Admiral. All the heads of
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ORGANIZATIONAL CHARTS
The subsequent page presents the organizational chart for Star Base Command. The
title block for each section within the division contains the name of the office, the division
number and the Office Designator. The Office Designation is a shorthand version of the
division name.
Division Number Office Title
2200
Star Base Command
SBC
Office Designator

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Figure 6a10.1
STAR BASE COMMAND ORGANIZATION
2200
Star Base Command
SBC
2210 Office of 2220 Office of 2230 Office of 2240 Office of

Star Fleet Base Star Fleet Base Star Fleet Base Star Fleet Base
SBCPER Personnel SBCOPS Operations SBCMAT Materiel SBCPLN Requirements
2250 Office of 2260 Office of

Star Fleet Base Star Fleet Base
SBCFAC Facilities SBCSEC Security

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PERSONNEL
The Office of Star Fleet Base Personnel (SBCPER) operates much the same way as
the Star Fleet Division of Personnel as it is the central authority concerned with the
allocation, classification, qualification, placement, evaluation, promotion and discipline of
all the personnel within the division. The function of this office is primarily to determine
base and station complements and to make requests to the Star Fleet Bureau of
Personnel (BUPERS) for the allocation of personnel to this branch of service. In addition,
this office will work with the Star Fleet Office of Force Planning in determining the size
of the Shore Establishment in terms of its manpower. The Office of Star Fleet Base
Personnel is also responsible for training and assigning SBC personnel to bases and
stations, but it will be BUPERS that will issue the specific orders to SBC personnel to their
specific base assignments. The organizational structure for this office is illustrated in Figure
6a11.1.
This office is also tasked with the responsibility for making recommendations regarding the
selection of replacement Starbase and other base and station commanders to the Chief
of Star Fleet Operations. Typically, the CSFO will request SBCPER to supply him or her
with a list of possible candidates eligible to command these facilities, but is not obliged to
seek such counsel from SBCPER. The CSFO can select any eligible flag officer he or she
so chooses, so long as the candidate meets with the approval of the Director: Star Fleet
Command. However, this office is entirely responsible for developing the criteria for
determining the eligibility of Star Base Command officers to command Star Fleet bases
and stations, in accordance with the provisions of Star Fleet Regulation 5750, and in
the selection and assignment of such Commanding Officers to bases and stations.
Another responsibility of SBCPER is to ensure that assigned personnel are properly

trained and qualified to perform their duties at the base or station. As such, this office will
establish the criteria for base and station billet qualification, and will design such training
programs as necessary to fulfill such billets. In addition, this office will establish special
training programs for Commanding Officers and other officers in command, regarding
the operation and management of Star Fleet bases, and will work with the Star Fleet
Training Command in the development of these training programs.
In charge of this office will be the Commander: Star Fleet Base Personnel, with the
designation COMBASPER, and is the senior officer in charge of all activities regarding the
allocation, training, assignment and discipline of personnel working within Star Base
Command. The COMBASPER will be an officer of the line, either SBC or SFC, and will
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STAR FLEET BASE PERSONNEL ASSIGNMENT SECTION
The Star Fleet Base Personnel Assignment Section handles all aspects regarding the
assignment of Star Base Command personnel to Star Fleet bases and stations. This
section will work closely with the Star Fleet Office of Personnel Assignment regarding
what bases will need manpower replacements and to assign personnel to these bases
founded upon mission needs. However, it will be the Bureau of Star Fleet Personnel
(BUPERS) that will issue the specific orders to individuals for assignment to base duty.
This office also establishes the duty rotation schedules of base and station personnel in
accordance with the procedures established by the Star Fleet Office of Personnel
Assignment.
FUNCTIONS
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Personnel Assignment Section is the
assignment of all personnel within Star Base Command to bases, stations and other
shore facilities. All the functions related to the assignment of personnel are performed by
this section, which are:
1. To assign personnel to Star Fleet bases, stations and facilities, and into required job
billets based upon need; to establish such assignments on the qualifications of the job;
and to ensure that the appropriate individuals are placed in the correct positions.
2. To assign Civilian Resource Managers to Star Fleet bases, deep space stations,
outposts and other facilities for the recruitment, employment and management of
civilian and indigenous personnel at these facilities.
3. To conduct evaluations regarding the fitness of the individuals that will be assigned to
Star Fleet bases and stations as well as the personnel already assigned to such
facilities; and to establish the standards for performance and advancement within the
division in keeping with the standards developed by the Bureau of Star Fleet
Personnel.
4. To ensure that personnel assigned to Star Fleet facilities meet the requirements for
duty at these locations and if necessary, provide remedial training of personnel that
may be in need of more training.
5. To establish the length of time for duty aboard space stations and small outposts, and
to develop the schedules for rotation of station duty.
6. To evaluate, select and assign Commanding Officers to shore establishments.
As such, these primary functions will be translated into policies, standards and procedures
directed to Star Base Command necessary for the selection and assignment of persons
to the Star Fleet shore establishment.
In charge of this section is the Base Personnel Assignment Officer or BASEPERASNO

who is the senior officer in charge of all activities concerning the assignment of personnel
working within Star Base Command. The BASEPERASNO is an officer of the line, either
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STAR FLEET BASE PERSONNEL CERTIFICATION SECTION
The function of the Star Fleet Base Personnel Certification Section is to establish the
requirements for Star Fleet base and station duty. In addition, this section will be
responsible for establishing the requirements for Star Fleet base occupations and duty
stations, as well as space station and outpost watch station qualification. In addition, this
section will also be responsible for establishing the tests and training requirements for the
various watch stations and duty assignments at all Star Fleet bases and deep space
stations. Lastly, this office shall maintain the records of watch and duty qualifications for
every individual assigned to Star Fleet bases and deep space stations.
FUNCTIONS
As stated above, the primary function of the Star Fleet Base Personnel Certification
Section is to establish the requirements for Star Fleet base and space station duty. The
functions related to the establishment of the requirements for duty at bases and stations
are:
1. To establish the criteria for qualification of personnel for duty at Star Fleet bases, and
to set the minimum requirements in terms of education and job skills, as well as
physical and psychological fitness for assignment to Star Fleet bases and deep space
stations.
2. To review the functions performed at every duty station and work area at Star Fleet
bases and space stations, and to develop the criteria for personnel qualification and
fitness as it relates to the duties and work performed at these stations. As part of this
task this section will also determine which jobs at these facilities can be performed by
indigenous or civilian personnel instead of Star Fleet service personnel.
3. To review the functions performed at the duty stations and work areas at Star Fleet
bases and space stations and to develop the training programs designed such that
personnel employed at these bases and stations can meet the qualifications for duty
and employment at these bases or deep space stations.
4. To develop standard base watchstanding practices and to work with the other
technical and operational divisions within Star Fleet Command in developing suitable
and relevant standard and emergency procedures for duty at bases and stations.
5. To develop and enforce such rules and regulations regarding the conduct of personnel
working at their duty stations or work areas at bases and space stations.
regarding the standing of watches and work duties at Star Fleet bases and stations.
In charge of this section is the Base Personnel Certification Officer (BASEPERCRTO)

who is the senior officer in charge of all activities concerning the qualification of personnel
working at Star Fleet shore establishments. The BASEPERCRTO will be an officer of the
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STAR FLEET BASE PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS SECTION
Within the Office of Star Fleet Base Personnel is the Star Fleet Base Personnel
Requirements Section, which determines the number and specialties of personnel to be
allocated to Star Fleet bases. The Personnel Requirements Section will work with the
Star Fleet Office of Force Planning and with the Star Fleet Bureau of Personnel in
establishing workforce requirements for Star Fleet bases and space stations, which
includes civilian and contract personnel as well. This section will analyze and evaluate each
Star Fleet base, space station, outpost, and other facilities in order to determine the
appropriate size of the workforce at each base and space station.
FUNCTIONS
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Personnel Requirements Section is to
evaluate and determine the numbers and types of persons that will man Star Fleet bases
and stations. As such, the functions related to the development of the allocations to meet
workforce needs, which are:
1. To analyze and evaluate each base and station type in order to establish the workforce
and crew complements of all bases and stations within the Star Fleet.
2. To analyze and evaluate each duty station and work area at all base and station types
in order to establish the proper allocations of the technical and functional specialties
necessary to properly operate Star Fleet bases and space stations.
3. To keep the Star Fleet Office of Force Planning informed regarding the total force
size, as well as current and future workforce requirements.
4. To work with the Star Fleet Bureau of Personnel regarding the establishment and
allocation of job billets and employment slots at Star Fleet bases and stations, and to
provide the Star Fleet Bureau of Personnel with the requirements to fill these job
slots and duty billets.
As such, these primary functions will be translated into minimum requirements, standards
and procedures pertaining to the allocation of personnel for duty and employment within
the Shore Establishment.
In charge of this section will be the Base Personnel Requirements Officer, with the
designation of BASEPERREQO, who is the senior officer responsible for all the activities
regarding the requirements for duty and employment at Star Fleet bases and space
stations. The BASEPERREQO will be an officer of the line, SBC, and will typically have
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STAR FLEET BASE COMMANDERS SECTION
The Star Fleet Base Commanders Section is essentially responsible for establishing
the requirements for officers who wish to become commanders of Star Fleet bases,
stations, outposts, garrisons and other shore facilities. As such, this office will develop and
manage the Station Commander Training and Certification Program, and will make
recommendations to the Chief of Star Fleet Operations and the Chief of Star Fleet
Personnel regarding the readiness of individuals to become Starbase or space station
commanders. In addition, this section also maintains a directory of all officers eligible to
become Commanders of shore facilities. This catalog, called the Base Commanders
Directory, is organized and prioritized based upon seniority and distinction among eligible
officers.
FUNCTIONS
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Commanders Section is the evaluation of
Star Base Command officers for duty as Base Commanders. All the functions related
to the requirements and selection of officers to command Star Fleet bases and space
stations are as follows:
1. To establish the criteria for qualification of Star Base Command officers to become
Star Fleet base or station commanders, as well as the criteria for selection of Star
Base Command officers for duty as Base Commanders.
2. To select or recommend Star Base Command officers to Base Commander duty
and to maintain a list of officers eligible to command Star Fleet bases and deep space
stations.
3. To establish training programs for the qualification of Star Base Command officers
for Base Commander duty, and to establish training programs to maintain current
Base Commanders up to date on command procedure, methods and base or station
management.
4. To establish special facilities for the training and education of prospective and current
Base Commanders. As such, this section will work closely with the Star Fleet
Training Command (TRAINCOM) in locating and establishing these special training
facilities.
In charge of this section is the Base Command Superintendent or BASEPERCOMA,

who is the senior officer in charge of all activities concerning the qualification of personnel
who will serve as or are already serving as Base Commander of a Star Fleet base or
space station. The BASEPERCOMA is an officer of the line, either SBC of SFC, and will
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The subsequent page presents the organizational chart for the Office of Star Fleet Base
Personnel. The title block for each section within the division contains the name of the
office, the division number and the Office Designator. The Office Designation is a
shorthand version of the division name.
2210 Office of
Star Fleet Base
SBCPER Personnel
Office Designator

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Figure 6a11.1
STAR BASE COMMAND: OFFICE OF STAR FLEET BASE PERSONNEL
6100 Star Fleet 2210 Office of 8100 Star Fleet

Bureau of Star Fleet Base Training
BUPERS Personnel SBCPER Personnel TRAINCOM Command
2211 Star Fleet Base 2212 Star Fleet Base 2213 Star Fleet Base 2214 Star Fleet Base
Personnel Personnel Personnel Commanders
SBCPERASN Assignment Section SBCPERCRT Certification Section SBCPERREQ Requirements Section SBCPERCOM Section

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OPERATIONS
The function of the Office of Star Fleet Base Operations (SBCOPS) is basically to
command the entire Shore Establishment. That is, this office manages and oversees the
operations and missions of all Star Fleet bases, space stations, outposts, garrisons and
any other facilities constructed or managed by Star Fleet. As such, this office is tasked
with planning the operations performed by bases and stations, both in their chartered
mission and in the support of the operations performed by the Operating Forces. It is
this office that will determine the size and location of bases and stations in keeping with
the requirements specified in Articles 16, 23 and 65 of the Star Fleet Charter.
The organizational structure for this agency is presented in Figure 6a12.1. The offices
contained within SBCOPS essentially focus on the functions relating to base and space
station missions and those relating to the operation of the such bases and stations. And in
so doing, this office will work with other organizations within the Operations Division
and Star Fleet Command in developing and implementing the functions and missions
pertaining to the support of the Operating Forces and as centers of Federation power.
The Office of Star Fleet Base Operations also has the responsibility of analyzing and
determining the number and types of bases and space stations required to support the
Operating Forces, except those facilities that are under the command of the Star Fleet
Construction Command. In addition to determining the number of bases and stations,
SBCOPS is also responsible to the Chief of Star Fleet Operations and the Deputy
Chief: Star Base Command regarding the status and readiness of all Star Fleet bases
and stations. As such, this office shall investigate any incident or event that will affect the
readiness of bases and space stations and will create such Boards of Inquiry as needed
to investigate any loss of, or damage to, or loss of life at, or criminal event at Star Fleet
bases and stations, and to report their findings to the proper authorities.
In addition, the Office of Star Fleet Base Operations is also responsible for
establishing the duty stations and work areas, and the basic watch and work rotation
aboard all bases and stations within the Shore Establishment. As such, this office will
generate Station Operations and Regulations Manuals (SORM) for each Star Fleet
base and station in operation. In general, this office is responsible for developing and
maintaining all the procedures and regulations required for the safe operation of Star
Fleet bases and stations, and is responsible for developing special operating procedures,
guidelines and instructions regarding the missions and functions that may be assigned to
bases and stations within the Shore Establishment.
In charge of this office will be the Commander: Star Fleet Base Operations, with the
designation COMBASOPS, and is the senior officer in charge of all activities regarding the
functional mission and capabilities of all Star Fleet bases and space stations and other
facilities assigned to the Star Base Command for the Shore Establishment. The
COMBASOPS will be an officer of the line, SBC or SFC, and will typically have the rank of
Rear Admiral.

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STAR FLEET BASE OPERATIONS PLANNING SECTION
Within the Office of Star Fleet Base Operations is the Star Fleet Base Operations
Planning Section, whose primary function is to plan, organize and monitor the missions
to which Star Fleet bases and stations will be assigned or the operations such facilities
will be engaged in support of the Operating Forces. The planning of the basic missions
and functions of Star Fleet bases and stations will be performed in conjunction with the
Office of Star Fleet Ship Operations in coordinating the activities involving both ships
and bases. Monitoring of the missions or functions assigned to bases will be performed at
the Star Fleet Operations Center where communications, sensors and other methods
can be utilized to evaluate the conditions occurring at Star Fleet bases and stations. In
addition, it is this office that is specifically responsible for maintaining the Star Fleet
Station Register.
FUNCTIONS
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Operations Planning Section is to plan
and develop missions and other such operational activities for all Star Fleet bases and
stations. All the functions related to the assignment of missions, functions and operations
to bases and stations are performed by this section, which include:
1. Developing the standard functions to be executed by all Star Fleet bases and space
stations; and to develop the standard support roles for the Operating Forces.
2. Planning the missions assigned to it by higher Federation authorities; to supply such
logistics and provisions to fleet assets and other operational units as required for them
to fulfill their missions along with the orders, directives and Rules of Engagement
that are tasked to the Operating Forces.
3. To work with the various Star Fleet divisions in developing the specialized needs and
requirements for the missions to which the Operating Forces will be assigned. For
example, to work with the Star Fleet Space Exploration Command and the Star
Fleet Bureau of Federation Space Exploration regarding the equipment and
supplies needed to support their exploration missions.
4. To develop and execute general and specialized training for base personnel, and such
other training exercises that may be required to maintain the Shore Establishment
in peak operational efficiency and security based upon the recommendations from the
Star Fleet Base Readiness Section.
As such, these primary functions will be translated into requirements, processes and tactics
directed to Star Base Command necessary for the planning and execution of the
functions to which the Shore Establishment is assigned.
In charge of this section is the Base Operations Planning Officer, with the designation
of BASEOPSPLNO, who is the senior officer in charge of all activities pertaining to the
development of functional assignments to base and station units. The BASEOPSPLNO is
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STAR FLEET BASE READINESS SECTION
The Star Fleet Base Readiness Section monitors and inspects bases and stations for
the purpose of determining their readiness. As such, this section develops the standard
drills and exercises internal to the organization of Star Fleet bases and stations which are
designed to test the readiness of their personnel, their operating and contingency plans,
and their emergency procedures. As part of its responsibility for base readiness, the Base
Readiness Section will investigate any situation that may affect the status and readiness
of any base or station, and will set up such Boards of Inquiry as needed to investigate
any incident at Star Fleet bases and stations and to report their findings to the Director:
Star Fleet Command.
FUNCTIONS
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Readiness Section is to monitor, inspect
and evaluate base and station units, both individually and with operating forces, for their
readiness to meet the missions and operations to which they are assigned. All the
functions related to the readiness of bases and stations are performed by this section,
which include:
1. Inspecting base and station units regarding their overall material condition; to ensure
that Star Fleet bases and stations meet the requirements of performance necessary
to meet the exigencies of the tasks and missions assigned to them.
2. Evaluating base and station units regarding the performance and competency of base
and station personnel and the effectiveness of station operating procedures; to make
recommendations regarding changes in operating procedures, and recommendations
regarding any additional or corrective personnel training or exercises that may be
required to bring base and station units up to peak operational readiness.
3. To work with the Star Fleet Office of Examinations and Audits regarding their
review and evaluation of Star Fleet base processes, policies and procedures; and to
make the necessary or appropriate changes to such processes, policies or procedures.
4. To plan and conduct training exercises in order to evaluate the readiness of base and
station units regarding operational readiness.
5. To recommend and create such Boards of Inquiry as needed to inspect the material
condition of Star Fleet bases and stations; to make recommendations to the Star
Fleet Board of Inspection and Survey for the inspection and evaluation of Star
Fleet space stations, as required under Star Fleet Regulation 3500; and to request
the creation of such Boards of Inquiry from the Star Fleet Inspector General as
needed regarding the internal operation and command of Star Fleet base and station
units.
directed at base and station units in order to maintain the Shore Establishment in an
optimum condition of readiness for war or other action.
In charge of this section is the Base Readiness Officer or BASEOPSPRPO, who is the
senior officer in charge of all activities concerning the readiness of Star Fleet base and
station units within the Shore Establishment of Star Fleet. The BASEOPSPRPO is an
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SECTION
The function of the Star Fleet Base Operations and Processes Section is to develop
and establish the organizational structure of Star Fleet bases and stations. This section
created the basic organizational structure and the general “Chain of Command” for the
Shore Establishment. In addition, this section is also responsible for establishing the
basic duty stations, work areas, routines and basic watch rotation for all bases and stations
within Star Fleet. As such, this section will create the Station Operations and
Regulations Manuals (SORM) for each Star Fleet base and station. In general, this
office is responsible for developing and maintaining all the procedures and regulations
required for the efficient and safe operation of the Shore Establishment.
FUNCTIONS
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Operations and Processes Section is to
develop the basic organizational and command structure for all Star Fleet bases and
stations, and to develop the essential duty stations and work functions at all bases and
stations, along with their associated watch and work requirements, and duty schedules. All
the functions related to the development of base and station duties and processes will be
performed by this section, which include:
1. To create and manage the basic organizational structure of all Star Fleet bases and
stations, and to establish the Chain of Command at all Star Fleet bases and stations
in accordance with Star Fleet Regulations.
2. To establish the basic watch organization and watchstanding functions at all bases and
stations; to establish the minimum and maximum duration of duty at such watch
stations; to establish the rules and regulations regarding to conduct and performance
at base watchstations; to establish the normal daily and holiday duty schedules; and to
establish the basic watch rotation schedule for each duty station.
3. To establish the normal routine at all Star Fleet bases and stations; to establish the
guidelines in regards to the development and maintenance of normal, abnormal and
emergency operational procedures at Star Fleet bases and stations; to establish the
guidelines for the creation and maintenance of the Station Duty Roster; and to
establish the regulations regarding the records that are to be made and kept at the
base or station.
4. To develop and maintain the basic outline for the standard Station Operations and
Regulations Manual to be implemented by all Star Fleet bases and stations; to
ensure that the SORM for all bases and stations have been established and are kept
up to date.
5. To work with the Star Fleet Office of Examinations and Audits in carrying out
their internal review of Star Fleet base processes, practices, policies and procedures;
to report the findings of such audits to higher authority; and to implement and make
suggestions or recommendations to enhance such processes, policies or procedures.
In charge of this section is the Base Operations and Processes Officer, with the
designation of BASEOPSPRCO, who is the senior officer in charge of all the activities
pertaining to the development and maintenance of Star Fleet base operating procedures
and the base’s organizational structure. The BASEOPSPRCO is an officer of the line, SBC,
and will typically have the rank of Captain.

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2120 Office of
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Figure 6a12.1
STAR BASE COMMAND: OFFICE OF STAR FLEET BASE OPERATIONS
2220 Office of
Star Fleet Base
SBCOPS Operations
2229 Star Fleet

Board of
SBCOPS Inquiry
2221 Star Fleet Base 2222 Star Fleet 2223 Star Fleet Base
Operations Planning Base Readiness Operations and
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MATERIEL
The function of the Office of Star Fleet Base Materiel (SBCMAT) is to supply all bases
and stations with the equipment and materials needed to function effectively. As part of
this function, this office will plan and schedule all supply runs to bases and stations, and
will work with the Star Fleet Transportation Command in the delivery of supplies to
bases and stations. SBCMAT is also responsible for submitting the logistical requirements
of bases and stations to the Star Fleet Office of Fleet Logistics for the allocation of the
materials and supplies required by units of the Shore Establishment. The organizational
chart for this office is illustrated in Figure 6a13.1.
In addition to supplying the material needs of bases and stations, this office also assists
the Star Fleet Supply Command in managing the various supply depots, warehouses
and storage facilities that may be located at Star Fleet bases and stations for the purpose
of storing the supplies and equipment needed to provision the fleet. As such, this office
will work with the Star Fleet Office of Material Management within the Star Fleet
Supply Command, and the Office of Star Fleet Ship Materiel, regarding the receipt,
storage and maintenance of the material and equipment destined for the Operating
Forces. In addition, this office will also supply security forces to guard these storage
facilities.
This office will also work with the Star Fleet Office of Material Distribution concerning
the activities associated with the distribution and shipment of Star Fleet material and
equipment to the fleet. And as part of this function, this section will coordinate with the
Star Fleet Transportation Command in planning and scheduling supply rendezvous
with elements of the fleet, and to coordinate any shipments from the warehouses at bases
to Star Fleet space stations and outposts via transport convoys.
In addition, this office will work with the Star Fleet Base Operations Planning Section
in developing mission Logistics Plans in support of fleet operations, if required by the
exigencies of the operation. Usually, a Logistics Plan will be developed in the case of
large missions of extended duration where provisions and other consumables will require
replenishment. In this situation the Logistics Plan will specify the supplies and materials
that will require periodic replenishment, the frequency of replenishment and the schedules
for re-supply.
In charge of this office will be the Commander: Star Fleet Base Logistics, with the title
of COMBASMAT, and is the senior officer in charge of all activities associated with the
evaluation, allocation, storage and distribution of supplies and equipment to the Shore
Establishment and the Operating Forces. The COMBASMAT is an officer of the line,
SBC or SFC, or a Staff Corps officer of the Supply Corps (SUP), and will typically have
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STAR FLEET BASE SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS SECTION
Within the Office of Star Fleet Base Materiel the Star Fleet Base Supply
Requirements Section is responsible to assess the material needs of the Shore
Establishment and the personnel within Star Base Command. The primary function of
this office is to ensure an adequate supply of tools, spare parts, replacement equipment,
service craft, and food stuffs for Star Fleet bases, stations and outposts. This section will
analyze and determine the material needs for the entire Shore Establishment based
upon the material requirements gathered from all the various supply and procurement
officers of the operating commands, and based upon these inputs this office will make
plans, budgets and schedules for the procurement of the materials, goods and services. In
accomplishing this goal, this section will work with the Star Fleet Office of Fleet
Logistics in determining the budgetary requirements and the materiel needs of the entire
Shore Establishment.
FUNCTIONS
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Supply Requirements Section is to
assess the material needs of the entire Shore Establishment and of the personnel who
man Star Fleet bases and stations. All the functions related to establishing the material
requirements of the Shore Establishment are performed by this section, which include:
1. Determining the material requirements of all Star Fleet base and stations, and to
determine the provisions needed to sustain the base and stations in their missions.
2. To work with fleet, base and station Supply Officers in ascertaining the individual
needs of Star Fleet units.
3. Determine the material and supply needs of the personnel operating Star Fleet bases
and stations as well as for Star Base Command personnel as a whole.
4. To submit the requirements to the Star Fleet Base Supply Allocation Section for
requisition and allocation of the required materials and supplies.
As such, these primary functions will be translated into requirements, processes, tasks and
procedures directed to Star Base Command necessary for the provisioning of all base
and stations within the Shore Establishment.
In charge of this section is the Base Supply Requirements Officer (BASEMATREQO),

the senior officer in charge of all activities concerning the provisioning of shore units. The
BASEMATREQO is an officer of the line, either SBC or SFC, or an officer of the Supply
Corps (SUP), and will typically have the rank of Captain.

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STAR FLEET BASE SUPPLY PLANNING SECTION
The Star Fleet Base Supply Planning Section within SBCMAT handles all the planning
and distribution of supplies to the Shore Establishment. As part of this function, this
office will work with the Star Fleet Transportation Command and the Star Fleet
Logistical Operations Section in the planning and scheduling of supply shipments and
convoys to the various bases, stations and outposts throughout the Federation.
In addition to planning the provisioning of the Shore Establishment, this section will
also work with the Star Fleet Office of Fleet Logistics with providing the supplies and
equipment from the warehouses that are required for the missions assigned to the
Operating Forces and to support the Logistics Plans that support fleet operations.
FUNCTIONS
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Supply Planning Section is to outline and
develop the plans and schedules for replenishing the entire Shore Establishment. All the
functions related to supply and replenishment planning will be performed by this section,
which includes:
1. Working alongside the Star Fleet Base Operations Planning Section in developing
the Logistics Plans to support the shore units.
2. Working alongside the Star Fleet Ship Operations Planning Section in supporting
the Logistics Plans of the missions assigned to the Operating Forces.
3. Working alongside the Star Fleet Transportation Command (TRANSCOM) in the
planning and scheduling of supply shipments and convoys to Star Fleet bases and
space stations.
4. Developing and maintaining the standard provisioning schedules and assignments that
will be executed by Star Fleet base and station Supply Officers; and to schedule
and execute the supply rendezvous operations with individual shore units.
5. Developing and executing the distribution plans of supplies and materials to the shore
units; and to allocate the base and station resources to supply the fleet.
As such, these primary functions will be translated into processes and procedures directed
towards maintaining the fleet fully supplied.
In charge of this section is the Base Logistics Planning Officer, with the designation of
BASEMATPLNO, who is the senior officer in charge of all activities concerned with the
development of supply and logistics plans and schedules in order to keep the shore units
fully provisioned. The BASEMATPLNO is an officer of the line, either SBC or SFC, or an
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STAR FLEET BASE SUPPLY ALLOCATION SECTION
The function of the Star Fleet Base Supply Allocation Section is to manage all
activities regarding the allocation of the material and equipment needed by the Shore
Establishment. As such, this section will work with the Star Fleet Supply Command in
obtaining the materials, equipment and supplies needed to maintain Star Fleet bases,
stations and outposts in optimum operational efficiency. In addition, this section will also
develop the procedures for allocating and procuring materiel for all shore units, and will
train Star Fleet Base Supply Officers in such procedures.
The Star Fleet Base Supply Allocation Section will work with the Star Fleet Office
of Purchasing (FINPUR), a subsection within the Star Fleet Bureau of Finance and
Accounting, in obtaining the materials and supplies for the Shore Establishment. The
Star Fleet Office of Purchasing is the primary organization within the Department of
the Star Fleet that manages the purchases of all materials, supplies, equipment and
services for the entire Star Fleet.
FUNCTIONS
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Supply Allocation Section is to allocate
the equipment and supplies required to maintain the Shore Establishment in optimum
readiness. All the functions pertaining to the allocation of equipment and supplies will be
handled by this section, which includes:
1. Working with the Star Fleet Office of Purchasing in allocating the required supplies
and equipment as specified by the Star Fleet Base Supply Requirements Section.
2. Creating the procedures and manuals that pertain to the purchasing and management
of materiel and supplies.
3. Training base and station Supply Officers in the methods and procedures required to
allocate, purchase and store materials and equipment for their respective commands.
4. Managing the storage of purchased supplies and equipment.
As such, these primary functions will be translated into requirements, processes, policies
and procedures essential in allocating, storing and managing the supplies and materials
purchased for the Shore Establishment.
In charge of this section is the Base Supply Allocations Officer, with the designation of
BASEMATALCO, who is the senior officer in charge of all the activities concerned with the
allocation and purchasing of materials and supplies to the Shore Establishment. The
BASEMATALCO is an officer of the line, either SBC or SFC, or an officer of the Supply
Corps (SUP) and will typically have the rank of Captain.

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2230 Office of
Star Fleet Base
SBCMAT Materiel
Office Designator

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Figure 6a13.1
STAR BASE COMMAND: OFFICE OF STAR FLEET BASE MATERIEL
7100 Star Fleet 2230 Office of

Supply Star Fleet Base
SUPCOM Command SBCMAT Materiel
2231 Star Fleet Base 2232 Star Fleet Base 2233 Star Fleet Base
Supply Requirements Supply Planning Supply Allocation
SBCMATREQ Section SBCMATPLN Section SBCMATALC Section

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REQUIREMENTS
The Office of Star Fleet Base Requirements (SBCREQ) is responsible for determining
the design and operating requirements of bases and stations. Such requirements include
the structural requirements of bases and stations based upon local environment, the
offensive and defensive needs of the station, and the manpower required to operate and
maintain the base or station. In general, this office has the responsibility to analyze and
determine the requirements of potential new bases and stations, and will work with the
Star Fleet Office of Strategic Planning regarding the requirements for selecting the
location of such bases and stations in accordance with Articles 23 and 65 of the Star Fleet
Charter.
The Office of Star Fleet Base Requirements is also responsible for determining the
basic Shore Establishment needs of the Star Fleet. As such, this office will perform
studies and make recommendations regarding the future of the Shore Establishment.
SBCREQ will work with the Office of Star Fleet Base Facilities in the requirements
pertaining to the design and construction of new bases and stations, the design of new
types of bases and stations, and in the decommissioning or disposal of aging bases and
stations. This office is also tasked with establishing the schedules for upgrading, refitting
and refurbishing the space stations and outposts currently in active service. As such,
SBCREQ determines which stations will undergo refitting and when. Along with base and
station planning, this office will allocate and provide the budgetary funds to the Star Base
Systems Command (STARBASES) for the building and refitting of Star Fleet bases
and stations. In addition, it is this office that is specifically responsible for maintaining and
updating the Star Fleet Station Register. The organizational structure for this office is
illustrated in Figure 6a14.1.
In charge of this office will be the Commander: Star Fleet Base Requirements, with
the title of COMBASEREQ, who is the senior officer in charge of all activities associated
with the design and operating requirements of Star Fleet bases and space stations. The
COMBASEREQ is an officer of the line, SBC or SFC, or may be a Staff Corps officer of
the Engineering Corps (ENG), and will typically have the rank of Captain.

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SECTION
Within SBCREQ the Star Fleet Base Requirements and Specifications Section is the
office with the primary responsibility for determining the location and construction of Star
Fleet bases and stations. This section will work with the Star Fleet Office of Strategic
Planning in determining where Star Fleet bases and stations should be located and
then, work with the Star Fleet Space Exploration Command in assembling the survey
teams used to evaluate the suitability of the location or area of space for the construction
of a Star Fleet base or space station. Once all the survey information has been obtained,
this section will create and submit the base or station design specifications to the Star
Base Systems Command (STARBASES) for translation into actual designs and plans.
This section will then work with the STARBASES in the actual construction of the base or
station.
FUNCTIONS
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Requirements and Specifications
Section (SBCREQSPC) is to determine the location of and to develop design criteria for
the construction of new Star Fleet bases and space stations to be placed at the location
selected. All the functions related to establishing the base and station requirements will be
performed by this section, which include:
1. Determining the location of new Star Fleet bases and stations; to work with or take
direction from the Star Fleet Office of Strategic Planning regarding the surveying
and selection of the sites where Star Fleet bases and stations are to be located; and
to work with local authorities, if necessary, in obtaining the requisite permissions and
agreements in order to situate a base at the selected planetary location or to place a
space station within the confines of the local territory.
2. To work with the Star Fleet Space Exploration Command (XCOM) in surveying
planets and areas of space suitable for the locations of Star Fleet bases, stations,
outposts, garrisons and any other shore facility.
3. Determining the type of base or space station needed at the selected site that would
fulfill the local tactical or fleet support requirements.
4. Determining the required force strength required to properly man and operate the
base or station at the selected site.
5. To translate the analyses into design requirements and specifications, and to submit
these specifications to the Star Fleet Base Architectural Planning Section for the
scheduling and construction of the required base or space station.
As such, these primary functions will be translated into requirements, processes, tasks and
procedures and specifications needed to construct the required Star Fleet bases and
space stations in order to support the fleet.
In charge of this section is the Base Operating Requirements Officer, with the
designation of BASEREQSPCO, is the senior officer in charge of all activities concerning
the collection of the requirements needed to construct bases and space stations. The
BASEREQSPCO is an officer of the line, either SBC or SFC, or a Staff Corps officer of
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STAR FLEET BASE CONSTRUCTION DESIGN SECTION
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Construction Design Section is to create
the building and structural or infrastructure layout plans and specifications of planetary-
based Starbases and Star Fleet stations. Based upon the data developed from the Star
Fleet Base Requirements and Specifications Section, this section will create the
general appearance of the bases in terms of the placement and orientation of buildings
and structures, including any parks or other recreational areas. This section will work with
Star Fleet Office of Base Architecture, within the Star Base Systems Command,
regarding the architectural layout of any Star Fleet base, which includes the development
of the underground infrastructure as well. The layout specifications will then be submitted
to the Star Fleet Base Requirements and Specifications Section for incorporation
into the overall base or station construction specification that will be sent to the Star Base
Systems Command.
FUNCTIONS
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Construction Design Section, designated
SBCREQDSN, is to create the building and structural design or basic infrastructure layout
for planetary-based Star Fleet bases. All the functions regarding the architectural plan of
a base will be managed by this section, which includes:
1. Working with the Star Fleet Office of Planning and Budgets (FINPLN) in the
appropriation of funds for the construction of Star Fleet bases and stations.
2. To work with the Star Fleet Office of Base Architecture in the design of the
buildings and structures, and in the design of the landscaping of the base.
3. To submit the architectural requirements to the Star Fleet Base Requirements and
Specifications Section for incorporation into the overall design of the base or
station.
4. To work with the Star Fleet Office of Base Inspection and Acceptance, an office
within the Star Base Systems Command, regarding the requirements for
acceptance of newly constructed bases and stations.
5. Updating the Star Fleet Station Register regarding the addition of new bases and
stations to the Shore Establishment.
As such, these primary functions will be translated into processes and procedures essential
in obtaining new bases and space stations for the Shore Establishment.
In charge of this section is the Base Construction Design Officer, with the designation
of BASEREQDSNO, who is the senior officer in charge of all the activities concerned with
the overall architectural design of bases and space stations for the Shore Establishment.
The BASEREQDSNO is an officer of the line, either SBC or SFC, but will primarily be a
Staff Corps officer of the Engineering Corps (ENG), and will typically have the rank of
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STAR FLEET BASE DEFENSIVE SYSTEMS SECTION
The Star Fleet Base Defensive Systems Section will determine the crucial defensive
needs for any new base or station that will be built. This section will determine the
number, sizes and power of the permanently mounted weapons units that shall be
installed at any given base or space station. Primarily, these units are large phaser banks
and pulse cannons mounted on stanchions or towers located at the periphery of the base.
In addition, this section will determine the power requirements for any defensive shields
that may be installed on the base. As such, this section will work with the Star Fleet
Weapons Command and other units of the Star Fleet Division of Engineering in the
design and allocation of defensive weapon systems.
FUNCTIONS
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Defensive Systems Section, or
SBCREQDEF, is to analyze and determine the defense and weapons needs of Star Fleet
bases and stations. All the functions regarding the analysis and allocation of weapons
systems for bases and space stations will be managed by this section, which includes:
1. Working with the Star Fleet Office of Planning and Budgets (FINPLN) in the
appropriation of funds for the allocation of weapons and weapon systems for Star
Fleet bases and space stations.
2. To work closely with the Star Fleet Weapons Command (WEPSCOM) in the
determination and selection of weapons and weapons systems for Star Fleet bases
and stations; and to upgrade bases and stations with the latest weapons systems
when needed.
3. To work with the Star Fleet Base Construction Design Section regarding the
placement of major weapons systems on bases and stations, and to design the
structures necessary to support the weapons systems.
4. To submit the requirements of base and station weapons to the Star Fleet Base
Requirements and Specifications Section for incorporation into the overall base
or station design.
5. To work with the Star Fleet Office of Base Inspection and Acceptance, an office
within the Star Base Systems Command, regarding the testing and evaluation of
base and stations weapon systems.
As such, these primary functions will be translated into processes and procedures essential
in allocating new or additional ships to the Operating Forces.
In charge of this section is the Base Defense Systems Officer, with the designation of
BASEREQDEFO, who is the senior officer in charge of all the activities concerned with the
allocation of ships and vessels to the Operating Forces. The BASEREQDEFO is an
officer of the line, either SBC or SFC, or a Staff Corps officer of the Engineering Corps
(ENG), and will typically have the rank of Commander.

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2240 Office of
Star Fleet Base
SBCREQ Requirements
Office Designator

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Figure 6a14.1
STAR BASE COMMAND: OFFICE OF STAR FLEET BASE REQUIREMENTS

Office of Star Fleet Base
SFPLAN Strategic Planning SBCREQ Requirements
2241 Star Fleet Base 2242 Star Fleet Base 2243 Star Fleet Base
Requirements & Construction Defensive
SBCREQSPC Specifications Section SBCREQDSN Design Section SBCREQDEF Systems Section
3400 Star Base 3420 Star Fleet 3800 Star Fleet

Systems Office of Weapons
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FACILITIES
The function of the Office of Star Fleet Base Facilities (SBCFAC) is to determine the
functional needs of Star Fleet bases and stations. This office will work with the Star
Fleet Corps of Engineers in the design and architecture of the structures and buildings
to be constructed at base sites to ensure compliance with specifications. Along with the
design of the base, this office will work with the Star Fleet Construction Command
during the construction of bases and stations to ensure that the specifications are fulfilled.
In addition, this office will also determine the requirements for any auxiliary structures and
equipment that may be necessary to support the operations at a base such as hospitals
and other medical facilities, emergency stations, military police stations, repair and
maintenance offices, utility services, vehicle repair and maintenance, gardening and
landscaping, and recreational facilities. As such, this office is responsible for allocating and
purchasing all the basic equipment needed to support base and station operations, and to
provide the opportunity for base and station personnel to purchase or obtain any personal
items they may desire. Figure 6a15.1 presents the organizational structure for this office.
The various organizations within this office will be described in the subsequent paragraphs.
Based upon the service requirements for the particular base or station in question, the
Office of Star Fleet Base Facilities will establish the design and operating requirements
for the various services and facilities that will be required and will work with the Star
Fleet Corps of Engineers, the Star Base Systems Command and the Star Fleet
Construction Command in developing and incorporating the design standards, criteria
and elements into the overall design and construction of the base or station.
In charge of this office will be the Commander: Star Fleet Base Facilities, with the
title of COMBASFAC, who is the senior officer in charge of all activities associated with
the evaluation of base needs and the establishment of standards regarding the nature and
form of the services and facilities that will be needed for the proper operation of the base
or station. The COMBASFAC is an officer of the line, SBC, SFC, or a Staff Corps officer
of the Engineering Corps (ENG), and will typically have the rank of Captain.

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STAR FLEET BASE HABITABILITY SECTION
Within the Office of Star Fleet Base Facilities the Star Fleet Base Habitability
Section is primarily responsible for the work environment of bases and stations. As such,
this section is responsible for developing the requirements and standards concerning
equipment ergonomics, comfort parameters such as average temperature and pressure,
and the types of background sounds that may be played on board enclosed Star Fleet
stations. As part of this function, this section will be responsible for designing standardized
crews quarters, including colors and patterns, and will submit the requirements to the Star
Base Systems Command (STARBASES) for incorporation into the design specifications.
Most of the personnel who work in this office are Star Fleet social psychologists, but may
also contain civilian contractors such as graphic and interior designers, and architectural
psychologists.
FUNCTIONS
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Habitability Section (SBCFACHAB) is to
develop the standards and requirements regarding the internal habitat of Star Fleet space
stations. All the functions related to the station's habitat and environmental conditions are
performed by this section, and include:
1. To evaluate and determine the psychological factors related to living in deep space in
confined spaces in conjunction with the Star Fleet Office of General Psychology,
and to develop criteria for living spaces aboard Star Fleet deep space stations.
2. To establish the basic design criteria and habitation standards pertaining to the
station’s living areas; and to submit the design requirements and standards to the
Star Base Systems Command for implementation.
3. To perform continuous studies relating to the habitat of Star Fleet stations and
outposts, and report such studies to the proper authorities.
As such, these primary functions will be translated into policies, procedures, and standards
relating to the habitat and environment of Star Fleet space stations.
In charge of this section is the Station Environment Officer, which has the designation
of BASEFACENVO, and who is the senior officer in charge of all activities regarding the
living environment on Star Fleet stations. The BASEFACENVO is usually an officer of the
line, SBC or SFC, but may also be a Staff Corps officer from the Engineering Corps
(ENG), the Science Corps (SCI) or the Medical Corps (MED), and will typically hold
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STAR FLEET BASE RECREATION SECTION
The function of the Star Fleet Base Recreation Section is to determine and supply the
recreational needs of Star Fleet bases and stations. In addition, this section will also
develop the requirements for recreational areas, their sizes and the equipment to be
installed in these areas. This section also works with STARBASES in the design of indoor
and outdoor recreational areas, and in the allocation of the recreational and entertainment
equipment needed to outfit these areas. In addition, this section will also be involved in
the design and outfitting of special areas where Star Fleet personnel may relax by
becoming engaged in a hobby or activity. Such activities may include repair shops where
personnel may work on their own vehicles or to fabricate personal items.
In addition, the parks and recreational areas built for the large planetary Starbases that
are designed for Star Fleet personnel use may also be used by Star Fleet employees
and the general public as well. Such parks and recreational will be managed by the base's
Office of Parks and Recreation.
FUNCTIONS
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Recreation Section (SBCFACENT) is to
develop the requirements and standards for recreational facilities at Star Fleet bases and
on Star Fleet space stations. All the functions relating to recreational requirements will be
performed by this section and include:
1. Establishing the requirements for recreational facilities at all Star Fleet bases and on
all Star Fleet space stations and to submit these requirements to the Star Base
Systems Command for inclusion into the design of bases and stations.
2. Determining the types and amount of recreational equipment to be supplied to Star
Fleet bases and stations, and to submit the supply requirements of recreational
equipment to the Office of Star Fleet Base Materiel for incorporation into the
overall supply plan.
3. Developing guidelines and regulations regarding the management and utilization of
recreational facilities at Star Fleet bases and on Star Fleet stations; and to publish
and disseminate such guidelines and regulations to all bases and stations.
4. Developing and designing special recreational and socializing facilities where alcoholic
beverages will be served; to develop the guidelines and regulations regarding the use
and operation of such facilities; and to establish the requirements for the purchase,
storage and sale of alcoholic beverages to be served in such facilities.
5. Performing continuous research relating to the need and use of recreational equipment
and facilities and to adjust the requirements for such items and facilities as needed.
As such, these primary functions will be translated into policies, requirements, standards
and other such activities required to establish and maintain recreational facilities at Star
Fleet bases and stations, and for the equipment used in these facilities.
In charge of this section is the Base Recreation Officer, which has the designation of
BASEFACENTO, and who is the senior officer in charge of all activities regarding the
development and supply of recreational facilities and equipment aboard Star Fleet bases.
The BASEFACENTO is usually an officer of the line, SBC or SFC, but may also be a Staff
Corps officer from the Engineering Corps (ENG) or Supply Corps (SUP), and will
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STAR FLEET BASE STORES SECTION
The Star Fleet Base Stores Section was created to manage the shops and stores that
may be built at Star Fleet bases or stations. All Starbases and the large Star Fleet
Headquarters, as well as the large Star Fleet Space Stations contain shopping malls
and stores where Star Fleet and civilian personnel can purchase food and personal items
such as clothing, jewelry, toiletries, vehicles and other non-military personal items. The
purpose for this is to provide personnel with a feeling of community or of being “at home”
while away from home. As such, the Base Stores section is responsible for providing such
shops and stores with food and merchandise. To accomplish this goal, this section will
work with the Office of Star Fleet Base Materiel and the Star Fleet Office of
Personnel Materiel and Supply in allocating the merchandise required in meeting the
needs of Star Fleet base and station personnel, as well as the civilian population working
for Star Fleet.
FUNCTIONS
The function of the Star Fleet Base Stores Section (SBCFACMKT) is to manage the
retail stores that are incorporated into the design of many of the bases in the Star Fleet.
All the functions related to these small shops and retail stores will be performed by this
section, which are:
1. To establish basic design layouts of the small retail stores to be incorporated into the
design of many of the base and station classes within the Star Fleet and to submit
the design requirements to the Star Base Systems Command for implementation.
2. To establish basic design layouts of the small grooming salons and other such off-duty
amenities that will aid personnel in feeling comfortable while working in space a long
distance away from home.
3. To perform market analysis to determine the merchandise wants and needs of Star
Fleet base and station personnel in order to develop the initial stocking requirements
for the retail stores built at Star Fleet bases and aboard Star Fleet space stations.
4. Establishing the basic rules of operation of base stores and to publish and disseminate
these rules to the Shore Establishment.
5. Training base and station Supply Officers and Recreation Officers in the proper
management of base stores.
As such, these primary functions will be translated into policies, processes, procedures,
and other such activities needed to manage and maintain the retail stores at Star Fleet
bases and on Star Fleet space stations.
In charge of this section is the Base Mercantile Officer, which has the designation of
BASEFACSUPO, and who is the senior officer in charge of all activities regarding the
management and furnishing of retail stores at Star Fleet bases and on Star Fleet space
stations. The BASEFACSUPO is usually an officer of the Supply Corps (SUP), but may
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Services. The title block for each section within the division contains the name of the
2250 Office of
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Figure 6a15.1
STAR BASE COMMAND: OFFICE OF STAR FLEET BASE FACILITIES
2250 Office of
Star Fleet Base
SBCFAC Facilities
2251 Star Fleet Base 2252 Star Fleet Base 2253 Star Fleet
Habitability Recreation Base Stores
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SECURITY
The function of the Office of Star Fleet Base Security (SBCSEC) is to determine the
security needs of Star Fleet bases and stations and then to implement the Security Plan
for the base or station. This office will work with the Star Fleet Security Forces
Command in allocating base security personnel. In addition, this office will also develop
the structure for the base Military Police force used in maintaining law and order at Star
Fleet bases and space stations. Figure 6a16.1 presents the organizational structure for the
Office of Star Fleet Base Security. The various organizations within this office will be
described in the subsequent paragraphs.
As mentioned above, this office will be responsible for developing a custom Security Plan
for each base that will be constructed. A Security Plan outlines the essential security
needs for the particular base or station in question. Such security needs include: the
number of security personnel needed to maintain law and order and internal security, the
number and type of hand-held weapons that may be required, the number and location of
security buildings and structures, the location of surveillance equipment, anti-intrusion
equipment, the storage requirements for classified material, base and station detention
facilities, the type, number and capabilities of security vehicles, and the base security
alarm system. Therefore, the Office of Star Fleet Base Security will be involved in
analyzing and developing such Security Plans for each base or deep space station under
development.
In addition, the Office of Star Fleet Base Security is also responsible for establishing
the various security duty stations and the security patrol rotations aboard all bases and
stations within the Shore Establishment. As such, this office will generate the Base
Security Manual (BASESEC) for each Star Fleet base and station in operation. In
general, this office is responsible for developing and maintaining all the procedures and
regulations required to maintain the security of all Star Fleet bases and stations, and is
responsible for developing any special procedures, guidelines and instructions concerning
any special security provisions that may be required, such as any procedure that may be
necessary to handle alien emissaries to the base for diplomatic meetings, etc.
In charge of this office will be the Commander: Star Fleet Base Security, with the
designation COMBASSEC, and is the senior officer in charge of all activities regarding the
allocation, evaluation and assignment of security assets to Star Fleet bases and stations.
The COMBASSEC is an officer of the line, SBC, SFC or from the Star Fleet Security
Forces Command (SEC), and will typically have the rank of Captain.

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STAR FLEET BASE SECURITY REQUIREMENTS SECTION
The Star Fleet Base Security Requirements Section determines the base security
needs in terms of the number of security personnel, the level of physical security and the
amount and types of small arms that are necessary to keep the base or station secure. In
order to determine such security needs, this section performs security and threat studies
on areas where a base may be located. Personnel from this section will be part of the
survey team under the direction of the Office of Star Fleet Base Requirements when
evaluating an area for the location of a base or station. In addition, this section will also
periodically evaluate the existing base security infrastructure in order to determine any
deficiencies and make such recommendations as necessary to correct such deficiencies. All
work executed by this section will be reported to higher authority and used in the
development of the base or station Security Plan.
FUNCTIONS
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Security Requirements Section, or
BASESECREQ, is to analyze the security needs for any base or station within the Shore
Establishment, and to develop a customized Security Plan that will be used to
implement the necessary security infrastructure, organization, and security activities for all
Star Fleet bases and stations. All the functions related to the security requirements for
bases and stations are performed by this section, which include:
1. Analyzing and developing the security requirements for any new base or station under
design, which shall include: required personnel, weaponry, infrastructure and other
needed equipment.
2. Working with the Star Fleet Base Requirements and Specifications Section in
surveying the location of prospective bases, planetary stations and garrisons in order
to determine any security limitations, or in recommending a suitable location for the
base in terms of its security.
3. Creating a Security Plan for each base and station under design consideration, and
to submit the Security Plan to the Office of Star Fleet Base Requirements for
design consideration and implementation.
4. Periodically inspecting currently operational bases and space stations in order to
evaluate existing base security infrastructure in order to determine any deficiencies in
security and to make such recommendations required to correct such deficiencies; to
evaluate existing bases and stations to determine if upgrades in security are needed
and to make recommendations and suggestions of the same.
As such, these primary functions will be translated into requirements, processes and
documents directed to Star Base Command necessary for the planning of the security
infrastructure of Star Fleet bases and space stations.
In charge of this section is the Base Security Requirements Officer, with the
designation of BASESECREQO, who is the senior officer in charge of all activities
pertaining to the development of the Security Plan for each base and station within the
Shore Establishment. The BASESECREQO is an officer of the line, either SBC or SFC,
or from the Star Fleet Security Forces Command (SEC), and will typically have the
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STAR FLEET BASE SECURITY PERSONNEL SECTION
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Security Personnel Section is to allocate
the security force for Star Fleet bases and stations. As such, this section will work with
the Star Fleet Security Forces Command in allocating security personnel to bases and
space stations. In addition, this section is responsible for assigning Security Personnel
Officers to bases and space stations for the management and discipline of base security
personnel.
FUNCTIONS
As stated above, the primary function of the Star Fleet Base Security Personnel
Section, which has the designation of BASESECPER, is to allocate the required security
force for Star Fleet bases and stations. All the functions related to the allocation of
security personnel will be performed by this section, which includes:
1. Obtaining and implementing the security personnel requirements as identified in the

Security Plan; to allocate and assign security personnel in accordance with the plan.
2. To work with the Star Fleet Security Forces Command regarding the allocation of
a security force and security personnel for Star Fleet bases and space stations.
3. To ensure that the appropriate number of security personnel are assigned to bases
and stations; to ensure that security personnel assigned to bases and stations are
properly trained and certified to perform the security duties at bases and stations; and
to establish a training program for the education of security personnel in the duties
they need to perform at Star Fleet bases and space stations.
4. To plan and conduct security exercises in order to evaluate the effectiveness of base
and station security personnel in handling various security situations and emergencies;
to report on their findings to higher authority; and to make recommendations
regarding any remedial training that may be required.
required to allocate, train and certify security personnel for duty at Star Fleet bases and
space stations.
In charge of this section is the Base Security Personnel Officer or BASESECPERO,

who is the senior officer in charge of all activities concerning the allocation, assignment
and training of security personnel to the Shore Establishment. The BASESECPERO is
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STAR FLEET BASE SECURITY SUPPLY SECTION
The function of the Star Fleet Base Security Supply Section is to keep the security
forces supplied with the materials and equipment needed to maintain an efficient and
effective security force. Such equipment generally entails small arms, ground vehicles,
personal protection devices and other such supplies. Other supplies may include forensic
or other such equipment needed for the investigative staff of the security force as well.
FUNCTIONS
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Security Supply Section, designated
BASESECSUP, is to allocate the needed supplies and equipment for the security forces at
all Star Fleet bases and space stations. All the functions related to the allocation of
security supplies and will be performed by this section, which include:
1. Determining the material requirements in terms of the security supplies and equipment
required at all Star Fleet bases and stations, and to determine the material and
equipment needs for the security forces at Star Fleet bases and stations; to
determine both the initial supply and equipment needs as well as predicting future
material requirements as well.
2. To submit the security supply and equipment requirements to the Star Fleet Base
Supply Allocation Section for requisition and allocation.
3. To work with the Office of Star Fleet Base Materiel in the allocation of security
supplies and equipment for bases and space stations.
As such, these primary functions will be translated into the standards and processes
needed to allocate the supplies and equipment essential for the security at all Star Fleet
bases and space stations.
In charge of this section is the Base Security Supply Officer, with the designation of
BASESECSUPO, who is the senior officer in charge of all the activities pertaining to the
allocation of security supplies for the Shore Establishment. The BASESECSUPO is an
officer of the line, SBC or SFC, an officer of the Supply Corps (SUP), or an officer from
the Star Fleet Security Forces Command (SEC), and will typically have the rank of
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STAR FLEET BASE LAW ENFORCEMENT SECTION
The Star Fleet Base Law Enforcement Section establishes the structure for the
Military Police forces used at planetary Starbases. The function of the Military Police
force is to maintain law and order on such Starbases and as such, this section will
develop the procedures used by the Military Police force in the maintenance of law and
order at these bases. This function is not the same as the regular security force, which is
designed to guard sensitive areas and perform plain clothes security functions. The
Military Police is a small force of security personnel under the direction of a Provost
Marshal used strictly to enforce base law. Therefore, this section will also select and
assign Provost Marshals to Starbases, and will work with the Bureau of Star Fleet
Personnel regarding the assignment of Provost Marshals.
FUNCTIONS
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Law Enforcement Section, designated
BASESECENF, is to develop the basic organizational and command structure of the
Military Police forces at all Star Fleet bases and headquarters. All the functions related
to law enforcement at Star Fleet bases will be performed by this section, which include:
1. To create and manage the basic organizational structure of the Military Police forces
at all Starbases and Star Fleet Headquarters; to create and manage the other law
enforcement activities and organizations such as the Base Forensics Lab, etc.
2. To select and assign Provost Marshals for the command and management of the
base's Military Police force; and will work with the Star Fleet Security Forces
Command in the selection of Provost Marshals.
3. to work with the Star Fleet Security Forces Command in the allocation of law
enforcement personnel; to train personnel in the duties and responsibilities as a
member of the Military Police force.
4. To establish the duties, responsibilities and authority of members of the Military
Police force; to establish the guidelines in regards to the development of the
processes and procedures performed by law enforcement personnel.
5. To train Military Police and law enforcement personnel with regard to their duties
and their law enforcement specialties.
6. To work with the Star Fleet Office of Examination and Audits in carrying out
internal reviews of law enforcement issues, Military Police processes, practices,
policies and procedures; to report the findings of such audits to higher authority; and
to implement any suggestion or recommendation to enhance such processes, policies
or procedures, or to submit referrals to the Star Fleet Judge Advocate General
pertaining to any misdeed that may have been committed by base law enforcement
personnel.
As such, these primary functions will be translated into the standards and processes
needed to establish a Military Police force at major Star Fleet bases and headquarters.
In charge of this section is the Base Law Enforcement Officer, with the designation of
BASESECENFO, who is the senior officer in charge of all the activities pertaining to the
law enforcement activities at Star Fleet bases and headquarters. The BASESECENFO is
an officer of the line, SBC or SFC, or an officer from the Star Fleet Security Forces
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2260 Office of
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SBCSEC Security
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STAR BASE COMMAND: OFFICE OF STAR FLEET BASE SECURITY

Security Forces Star Fleet Base
SECFOR Command SBCSEC Security
Security Security Personnel Security Supply Law Enforcement
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ORGANIZATION
In this section the organizational command structure of Star Base Command, within the
Star Fleet Division of Operations, will be briefly discussed. The Star Base Command
division was established by the Chief of Star Fleet Operations to regulate and maintain
all the bases, stations, garrisons, outposts and other shore facilities comprising the Shore
Establishment. As such, the function of Star Base Command is to:
1. Manage the operations regarding those aspects of the Shore Establishment that
relate to Star Fleet bases, stations and their personnel; to command the entire Shore
Establishment in terms of their functions, operations and missions;
2. Analyze, determine and establish the number, types and classes of bases and stations
needed by the Shore Establishment as centers of Star Fleet command and to fulfill
their obligations to support the Operating Forces;
3. Direct and manage the personnel within Star Base Command and to assign qualified
personnel to bases and stations and to other related duties, and to provide Star Base
Command personnel with the supplies and equipment necessary for them to perform
their duties;
4. Determine base and space station complements and personnel compositions, and to
make requests to the Star Fleet Bureau of Personnel for the allocation of service
and civilian personnel to the division;
5. To establish the duty stations and the basic watch organization at all Star Fleet bases
and space stations.
6. Make determinations and recommendations regarding the selection of base, station,
garrison and outpost commanders to the Chief of Star Fleet Operations;
7. To ensure that base and stations personnel are properly trained and qualified in their
duties at Star Fleet bases and aboard Star Fleet space stations; to establish the
criteria for on-board base and station duty station qualification, and to create the
training programs essential in fulfilling the provisions for qualification;
8. To support the fleet in all ways; to supply repair, maintenance and recreational facilities
to Star Fleet ships and their crews; and to support the fleet in terms of providing the
supplies and equipment needed to maintain the fleet in a high state of readiness for
war or other action.
The top-level command organization for Star Base Command is shown in Figure 6a20.1.
This figure shows all the primary division heads by their title, designation and rank. At the
top level is the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command (CSBC), the senior line officer in
charge of all aspects regarding the operation of Star Fleet bases and space stations. The
function of each division head will be described in detail within the subsequent sections of
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OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY CHIEF: STAR BASE COMMAND
The Office of the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command (CSBC) was established by the
Chief of Star Fleet Operations in accordance with ARTICLE 42 of the Star Fleet
Charter to command and manage the Shore Establishment of the Star Fleet and as
such, represents the top most level within the Shore Establishment of the Department
of the Star Fleet. The Office of the CSBC contains the Star Base Command Chief of
Staff, and several administrative and civilian assistants. When dealing with operations that
require ground troops to be deployed, the CSBC will work with the local Star Fleet
Marine Corps Commanders in planning such operations. A more detailed description of
the duties of the CSBC will be made in Section 2.1 of this volume.
STAR BASE COMMAND CHIEF OF STAFF
The Star Base Command Chief of Staff (CSBCOS) is a position created within the
Office of the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command under Star Fleet Regulation
3810 for the purpose of supervising and coordinating the work of the staff assigned to the
CSBC. The CSBCOS is an officer junior to the CSBC, and will typically have the rank of
Rear Admiral, which was established following the guidelines set forth in Paragraph 2 of
Star Fleet Regulation 3810, and which defines the requirements of an officer detailed
as "Chief Staff Officer." In addition to managing the staff of the CSBC, the CSBCOS is
also second in command of Star Base Command and as such, all orders issued by the
CSBCOS will also have the same authority as those issued by the CSBC. A more detailed
description of the duties of the CSBCOS will be made in Section 2.2 of this volume.
STAR BASE COMMAND DIVISION COMMANDERS
Star Base Command is organized into six administrative and operational offices for the
management of the tasks assigned to the division. In general, an “Office” is typically an
organization focused on a specific function. The heads of these offices will be described in
Section 2.3. The commanders of the offices within Star Base Command will have the
title of “Commander: <Office Name>” in accordance with Star Fleet Regulation
3100.
Some of the offices within Star Base Command represent a particular Staff Corps such
as the Office of Star Fleet Base Materiel. As such, the officer in charge of such an
office may be a Limited Duty Officer or LDO, and would be restricted for duty within
their specialization as described in Paragraph 2b of Star Fleet Regulation 5100.
However, in most cases, the commanders of these offices within Star Base Command
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CIVILIAN ASSISTANTS
As allowed under Paragraph 5 of Star Fleet Regulation 3810, the Office of the
Deputy Chief: Star Base Command contains several civilian assistants that are required
to interact with civilian Federation authorities and other government or civilian officials.
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The subsequent pages present the organizational charts for all the commands within Star
Base Command. They are presented in order of their designation, which is described in
more detail in the subsequent sections of this chapter. These charts generally represent
the “Chain of Command” within each command and will be referred to throughout the
remaining sections of this chapter.
The title blocks of each office contains the office or command title, the Command
Designation and the specified rank of the officer holding that position. The Command
Designation is a shorthand version of the office title.
Command Designation Command Title
CSBC
Deputy Chief:
Star Base Command
VADM
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Figure 6a20.1
STAR BASE COMMAND ORGANIZATION
Office of the
Deputy Chief: CSBC
Deputy Chief:
Star Base Command Star Base Command
VADM
SBCADM SBCADM
Civilian Administrative
Assistants Assistants
CIVILIAN T5
SBCOS
Star Base Command
Chief of Staff
RADM
COMBASOPS Commander: COMBASPER Commander: COMBASMAT Commander: COMBASREQ Commander:

RADM Operations COMO Personnel COMO Logistics CAPT Requirements
COMBASFAC Commander: COMBASSEC Commander:

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The Deputy Chief: Star Base Command[1] (CSBC) is the senior officer in command of
all activities regarding the operations, missions and assignments of Star Fleet bases,
space stations and their personnel. The Deputy Chief: Star Base Command is the
senior officer in command of the Star Base Command (SBC) subdivision and is directly
responsible to the Chief of Star Fleet Operations for:
 The assessment, location selection and construction of planetary bases, space

stations, garrisons, outposts and other shore facilities for the Star Fleet
 The planning and assignment of Star Fleet security personnel to bases, stations and
garrisons; to work with the Commandant: Star Fleet Marine Corps in the
assignment of troops to Star Fleet bases and garrisons
 The assignment of Star Base Command personnel to duty on bases, stations and
outposts
 The training and qualification of Star Fleet base and station Commanding Officers
and operations personnel
 Determining the needs and requirements for each facility
 Developing strategic and tactical plans for Star Fleet bases and stations, specifically
regarding the location, armament and military strength of such bases and stations
The CSBC is an officer of the line (SBC) junior to the CSFO, and will typically have a rank
of Vice Admiral. Under the CSBC are the various commanders of the sections needed to
carry out the duties and responsibilities of Star Base Command. These are listed in
Section 2.3 of this volume.
AUTHORITY OF THE CSBC
In general, the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command is directly responsible to the Chief
of Star Fleet Operations for the management of all activities related to the operations,
missions and assignments of Star Fleet bases and space stations. The authority of this
office is given to the CSBC by the Chief of Star Fleet Operations, and any of the
provisions contained within Star Fleet Regulation 3210 that are applicable.
The Office of the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command was established by the Chief of
Star Fleet Operations, and organized under the provisions of Star Fleet Regulation
3810, to help him in the execution of his duties related to the management and command
of base and station assets. As such, this office contains the Deputy Chief: Star Base
Command, the Star Base Command Chief of Staff and several civilian assistants to
aid the CSBC regarding the management of such assets. The organizational structure for
the Office of the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command is shown in Figure 6a21.1.

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DEPUTY CHIEF’S FLAG
The Deputy Chief: Star Base Command is allowed his or her own personal flag in
accordance with ARTICLE 48 of the Star Fleet Charter. The flag is a rectangle with the
dimensions 132 cm long by 94 cm wide with the symbol of Star Base Command and the
heading “Star Base Command” placed in the center of a blue field over the symbol of
the Star Base Command. The flag is edged with a gold border as shown below. The
three white stars on the flag indicate that the CSBC is a Vice Admiral. The Deputy
Chief is one of the few division commanders that are allowed a flag with graphics. Most
other such commanders will only have the standard flag officer’s flag.
DEPUTY CHIEF’S BADGE
The Office of the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command is indicated by the special
badge worn only by the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command. The following is the badge
for the CSBC, which may be worn on all the uniforms of the Deputy Chief: Star Base
Command as illustrated in Figures 6a21.2 and 6a21.3.

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SELECTION OF THE CSBC
The Deputy Chief: Star Base Command is an appointed position, the selection of which
is solely the prerogative of the Chief of Star Fleet Operations, but will require the
approval of the Director: Star Fleet Command. Generally, the CSBC will come from the
senior flag ranks of Star Base Command and will typically be selected based upon the
candidate’s position within the lineal list of flag officers along with any other criteria the
CSFO and the Director deems important or necessary.
As stated above, the Chief of Star Fleet Operations will normally select the candidate
to head Star Base Command. The selected candidate will then be submitted to the
Director: Star Fleet Command for final review and approval. At this point the Director
may also submit his or her recommendation and will share his or her recommendation with
the CSFO. If both concur, the selected candidate will be submitted to the Division of
Personnel and the Flag Officer Review Board. However, the Flag Officer Review
Board may make several selections of its own and present them to the Director for
consideration as well. The Director may then choose one of the candidates suggested or
will continue with the submitted selection. The Chief of Star Fleet Personnel will then
draw-up and sign orders for the selected candidate. The Director will then make his final
signature and the orders will be issued to the candidate.
The duration of the appointment of CSBC is completely up to the Chief of Star Fleet
Operations or the Director, and there is no time limit associated with this appointment.
The CSFO will evaluate the performance of the CSBC on a yearly basis, and will decide if
a replacement is necessary or desired.
SUCCESSION
In accordance with Star Fleet Regulation 5930 the Star Base Command Chief of
Staff, and then the commanders within the Star Base Command, in the order of their
seniority will, unless otherwise directed by the Chief of Star Fleet Operations,
temporarily perform the duties of the CSBC during his absence, or disability, or in the
event of a temporary vacancy in that office until the Chief of Star Fleet Operations
appoints a permanent replacement. Should the Star Base Command Chief of Staff or
any other of the commanders within the Star Base Command become unable to fulfill
the duties of the CSBC, the Chief of Star Fleet Operations will select a senior officer
from any one of the commands or offices within the division to fill the position.

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The title blocks of each office contains the office or Command Title, the Command
CSBC
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Figure 6a21.1
CSBC
Deputy Chief:
Star Base Command
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SBCADM
Administrative
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SBCOS
Star Base Command
Chief of Staff
RADM
COMBASPER Commander: COMBASOPS Commander: COMBASMAT Commander: COMBASREQ Commander:

COMO Personnel RADM Operations COMO Logistics CAPT Requirements
COMBASFAC Commander: COMBASSEC Commander:

CAPT Facilities CAPT Security

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2.2 STAR BASE COMMAND

CHIEF OF STAFF
The Star Base Command Chief of Staff (SBCOS) is an administrative position created
within the Office of the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command for the purpose of
supervising and coordinating the work of the staff assigned to the CSBC, in accordance
with Star Fleet Regulation 3810. The SBCOS will generally be an officer of the line,
SBC, junior to the CSBC and will typically have the rank of Rear Admiral in accordance
with the guidelines set forth in Paragraph 2 of Star Fleet Regulation 3810 regarding an
officer detailed as "Chief Staff Officer." In addition to managing the staff of the CSBC,
the SBCOS is also second in command of Star Base Command and as such, all orders
issued by the SBCOS will also have the same authority as those issued by the CSBC.
Therefore, all communication with the CSBC must first go through the SBCOS. The staff
which the SBCOS manages is illustrated in Figure 6a22.1. Note that the SBCOS
essentially manages the civilian staff, but will assign and distribute work requests to the
individual subordinate section commanders.
CIVILIAN ASSISTANTS
The Office of the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command (CSBC) contains special civilian
assistants employed to work on special projects relating to base design and operation.
These assistants are basically contractors and consultants and are basically temporary and
these positions will only be filled when the need for their particular services is needed,
though some positions may last several years. Figure 6a22.1 exhibits the job slots for
these civilian contractors.
Most of the consultant positions illustrated are related to those material features that may
be incorporated into the design of Star Fleet bases and space stations for example, the
interior motif and architecture of personal quarters and other living areas. As such, these
will be inputs to the Star Base Systems Command for incorporation into the overall
design and construction of current and future Star Fleet bases and space stations.
Lastly, the Star Base Command Accounts Auditor is a civilian expert, usually a
certified public accountant, employed to independently oversee how Federation funds are
being used by Star Base Command, and to ensure that the money is being spent wisely
in accordance with Star Fleet Regulation 8792 and with Star Fleet Regulation 4120
which states, in part: “The Commanding Officer shall be responsible for economy within
his command. To this end he shall require from his subordinates a rigid compliance with
the regulations governing receipt, accounting, and expenditure of Federation money and
materials and the implementation of superior management techniques and procedures.”

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CSBC
Star Base Command
Chief of Staff
RADM
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Figure 6a22.1
OFFICE OF THE STAR BASE COMMAND CHIEF OF STAFF
SBCOS
Star Base Command
Chief of Staff
RADM
SBCADJ SBCADM
Operations Command
Staff Adjutant Yeoman
COMO T5
SBCCNST1 SBCCNST2 SBCCNST3 SBCCNST4

Base Security Base Architect and Base Landscaping Base Recreational
Consultant Interior Designer Architect Facilities Architect
CIVILIAN CIVILIAN CIVILIAN CIVILIAN
SBCCNST5 SBCCNST6 SBCCNST7 SBCCNST8

Fleet Intelligence Base Engineering and Personnel Testing Star Base Command
Consultant Utilities Consultant Consultant Accounts Auditor
CIVILIAN CIVILIAN CIVILIAN CIVILIAN
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2.3 STAR BASE COMMAND STAFF

The staff of the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command consists of the commanders of the
offices that support Star Base Command, which contains the offices needed to distribute
the functions of Star Base Command, and will be under the control of a “Commander”
as listed below:
 The Commander: Star Fleet Base Operations

 The Commander: Star Fleet Base Personnel
 The Commander: Star Fleet Base Logistics
 The Commander: Star Fleet Base Requirements
 The Commander: Star Fleet Base Facilities
 The Commander: Star Fleet Base Security
SELECTION OF DIVISION COMMANDERS
Commanders within Star Base Command will generally come from the senior ranks of
the Operations Division, specifically from Star Base Command, in accordance with
Star Fleet Regulation 5110, and are generally selected by the Deputy Chief: Star
Base Command. Generally, these commanders will be selected from a lineal list of flag
and/or command officers based upon their position within the list.
In general, the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command (CSBC) will select the candidate to
head an office within Star Base Command and will submit the name to the Chief of
Star Fleet Operations (CSFO) for review and approval. Once approved, the CSFO will
submit the selected individual to the Chief of Star Fleet Personnel (CPER). The CPER
will then task the Flag Officer Review Board to review the candidate’s record and to
make their recommendation as to the suitability of the officer for the position, or they may
submit their own candidate to the CSFO for review. The CSFO will then inform the
Division of Personnel, through the Operations Chief of Staff, of the approved
selection. The Chief of Star Fleet Personnel will draw-up and sign orders for the
selected candidate. The Director: Star Fleet Command will then make his final approval
and the orders will be issued to the candidate.
CIVILIAN ASSISTANTS
The Office of the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command has several civilian assistants to
aid the CSBC in his or her duties. Primarily, these civilian assistants are consultants in
specific areas of expertise, most of which revolve around the design and habitability of
space stations. The offices that contain the most consultants are the Office of Star Fleet
Base Requirements and the Office of Star Fleet Base Facilities. The primary job of
these consultants is to work with civilian industries and manufacturers regarding the
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COMMANDER: STAR FLEET BASE OPERATIONS[2]
The Commander: Star Fleet Base Operations (COMBASOPS) is the senior officer in
charge of all activities regarding the functional mission and capabilities of all Star Fleet
bases and space stations and other facilities constructed by Star Base Command for the
Shore Establishment. As such, the Commander: Star Fleet Base Operations is the
senior commander of the Office of Star Fleet Base Operations and is responsible to
the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command for:
 Establishing the basic operating functions to be executed by all the units of the Shore
Establishment.
 To create and manage the basic organizational structure of all Star Fleet bases and
stations, and to establish the Chain of Command at all Star Fleet bases and stations
in accordance with Star Fleet Regulations.
 Establishing the duty stations and work areas, and the basic watch and work rotation
at all bases and space stations within the Shore Establishment.
 To establish the normal routine at all Star Fleet bases and stations; to establish the
guidelines in regards to the development and maintenance of normal, abnormal and
emergency operational procedures at Star Fleet bases and stations; to establish the
guidelines for the creation and maintenance of the Station Duty Roster; and to
establish the regulations regarding the records that are to be made and kept at the
base or station.
 Inspecting base and station units regarding their overall material condition; to ensure
that Star Fleet bases and stations meet the requirements of performance necessary
to meet the exigencies of the tasks and missions assigned to them.
The COMBASOPS is an officer of the line (SBC), junior to the CSBC, and will typically
have the rank of Rear Admiral. Under the COMBASOPS are the officers in charge of the
subsections needed to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the Office of Star Fleet
Base Operations. These officers are shown in Figure 6a23.1 and are listed in the table
below:
Office Title Rank Duties and Responsibilities

 Develops the standard functions performed at
and by bases and stations
 Develops and executes general and
Commodore
Base Operations Planning Officer specialized training for base personnel
(COMO)
 Works with the various Star Fleet divisions in
developing the specialized needs and
requirements of fleet missions
 Inspecting base and station units regarding
their overall material condition
Captain  Plan and conduct fleet exercises in order to
Base Readiness Officer
(CAPT) evaluate fleet readiness
 Evaluates base and station units regarding the
performance and competency of personnel
 Creates and manages the basic organizational
structure of all bases and stations
 Develops and maintain the standard Station
Operations and Regulations Manual
Base Operations and Processes Captain
Officer (CAPT)  Establishes the Chain of Command at all bases
and stations
 Establishes the basic watch organization and
watchstanding functions at all bases and
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COMMANDER: STAR FLEET BASE PERSONNEL
The Commander: Star Fleet Base Personnel (COMBASPER) is the senior officer in
charge of all activities regarding the allocation, assessment, training and assignment of
personnel working within Star Base Command. As such, the Commander: Star Fleet
Base Personnel is the senior officer in charge of the Office of Star Fleet Base
Personnel and is directly responsible to the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command for:
 Assigning personnel to shore units and job billets based upon need and to base such
assignments on the qualifications of the job.
 Conducting evaluations regarding the fitness of the individuals that will be assigned to
Star Fleet bases and space stations as well as the personnel already assigned to
shore units.
 Establishing the standards for performance and advancement within the division in
keeping with Star Fleet standards.
 Establishing the length of time for duty at remote Star Fleet space stations and
outposts and to develop the schedules for rotation of base and station duty.
 Evaluating, selecting and assigning Commanders to Star Fleet bases and stations.
The COMBASPER is an officer of the line (SBC or SFC), junior to the CSBC, and will
typically have the rank of Commodore. Under the COMBASPER are the officers in
charge of the subsections needed to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the Office
of Star Fleet Base Personnel. These officers are shown in Figure 6a23.2 and are listed
in the table below:

 Assigns Star Base personnel to duty
 Establishes base duty rotation schedules
 Conduct performance evaluations of Star Fleet
Captain
Base Personnel Assignment Officer base and station personnel
(CAPT)
 Ensure that personnel assigned to Star Fleet
bases and stations meet the requirements for
duty
 Establish the criteria for qualification of
personnel for duty at Star Fleet bases and
Commander space stations
Base Personnel Certification Officer
(CMDR)  Develop criteria for personnel qualification and
fitness
 Develop qualification training programs
 Analyze and evaluate base types and establish
the workforce and crew complements
 Keep higher authority informed regarding
Commander
Base Personnel Requirements Officer current and future force requirements
(CMDR)
 Establish the allocations of the technical and
functional specialties, as well as standard job
billets
 Establish the criteria for selection of Star Fleet
base and Station Commanders
Captain  Select qualified individuals for Star Fleet base
Base Command Superintendent
(CAPT) and space station command duty
 Establish training programs for Star Fleet base
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COMMANDER: STAR FLEET BASE LOGISTICS
The Commander: Star Fleet Base Logistics (COMBASMAT) is the senior officer in
charge of all activities associated with the evaluation, allocation, and distribution of all
supplies, food, equipment and other material to the Shore Establishment. As such, the
COMBASMAT is the senior officer in charge of the Office of Star Fleet Base Materiel
and is directly responsible to the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command for:
 Determining the material requirements of all Star Fleet bases and space stations, and
based upon these requirements to allocate and store the provisions needed to sustain
the Shore Establishment.
 Determine the material and supply needs of the personnel operating Star Fleet ships
as well as for Star Base Command personnel as a whole.
 Working with the Star Fleet Base Operations Planning Section in developing
mission Logistics Plans in support of fleet operations.
 Creating the procedures and manuals that pertain to the purchasing and management
of materiel and supplies.
 Working with the Star Fleet Office of Purchasing in allocating the required supplies
and equipment as specified by the Star Fleet Base Supply Requirements Section.
 Developing and executing the distribution plans of supplies and materials to the fleet,
and to allocate the vessel resources to supply the fleet.
The COMBASMAT is an officer of the line, SBC or SFC, but may also be a Staff Corps
officer of the Supply Corps (SUP), and will typically have the rank of Commodore.
Under the COMBASMAT are the officers in charge of the subsections needed to carry out
the duties and responsibilities of the Office of Star Fleet Base Materiel. These officers
are shown in Figure 6a23.3 and are listed in the table below:

 Determine the material requirements of all Star
Fleet bases and space stations
 Determine the material and supply needs of
Captain
Base Supply Requirements Officer Star Base Command personnel
(CAPT)
 Work with fleet, base and station Supply
Officers in ascertaining the individual needs of
Star Fleet units
 Work with other divisions within the Operations
Division in developing the Logistics Plans to
support fleet and shore units
Captain
Base Logistics Planning Officer  Develop and execute distribution plans of
(CAPT)
supplies and materials to shore units
 Develop and maintain standard provisioning
schedules and assignments
 Allocate the required supplies and equipment
 Training fleet Supply Officers in procurement
methods and procedures
Base Supply Allocations Officer
Captain  Manage the storage of purchased supplies and
(CAPT) equipment
 Create procedures and manuals pertaining to
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COMMANDER: STAR FLEET BASE REQUIREMENTS
The Commander: Star Fleet Base Requirements (COMBASREQ) is the senior officer
in charge of all activities associated with determining the essential design and operating
requirements of all bases and space stations. As such, the COMBASREQ is the senior
officer in charge of the Office of Star Fleet Base Requirements and as such, is directly
responsible to the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command for:
 Determining the design and operating requirements of all Star Fleet bases and space
stations.
 Determining the location of new Star Fleet bases and space stations; determining the
type of base or space station needed at the selected site that would fulfill the local
tactical or fleet support requirements.
 Working with the Star Fleet Space Exploration Command (XCOM) in surveying
planets and areas of space suitable for the locations of Star Fleet bases, stations,
outposts, garrisons and any other shore facility.
 Working with the Star Fleet Office of Planning and Budgets (FINPLN) in the
budgeting for the allocation of ships and vessels to the fleet based upon the needs as
specified by the Star Fleet Base Requirements Section.
 Working with the Star Fleet Construction Command (CONST) in the construction
of new Star Fleet ships.
The COMBASREQ is an officer of the line, SBC or SFC, or an officer of the Engineering
Corps (ENG), and will typically have the rank of Captain. Under the COMBASREQ are
the officers in charge of the subsections needed to carry out the duties and responsibilities
of the Office of Star Fleet Base Requirements. These officers are shown in Figure
6a23.4 and are listed in the table below:

 Determines the location of new Star Fleet
bases and space stations
 Works with other Star Fleet divisions regarding
Commander
Base Operating Requirements Officer the requirements for base and station types
(CMDR)
 Determines the required force strength required
to properly man and operate the base or station
at the selected site
 Works with the Star Fleet Office of Base
Architecture in the design of the buildings and
structures, and in the design of the landscaping
of bases
Commander  Submits the architectural requirements to the
Base Construction Design Officer
(CMDR) Star Fleet Base Requirements and
Specifications Section for incorporation into the
overall design of the base or station
 Keeps the Star Fleet Station Register up to
date
 Works closely with WEPSCOM in the
determination and selection of weapons and
weapons systems for Star Fleet bases and
stations
Commander  Works with the Star Fleet Base Construction
Base Defense Systems Officer
(CMDR) Design Section regarding the placement of
major weapons systems on bases and stations
 Works with the STARBASES regarding the
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COMMANDER: STAR FLEET BASE FACILITIES
The Commander: Star Fleet Base Facilities (COMBASFAC) is the senior officer in
charge of all activities associated with the evaluation of base needs and the establishment
of standards regarding the type and form of the services and facilities that will be needed
for the proper operation of the base or space station. As such, the Commander: Star
Fleet Base Facilities is the senior officer in charge of the Office of Star Fleet Base
Facilities and is directly responsible to the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command for:
 Establishing the habitability standards and the design requirements for all Star Fleet
base and space station living areas.
 Determining the physical and psychological factors related to living in deep space in a
confined space.
 Establishing the basic requirements for bases services such as: hospitals and other
medical facilities, emergency stations, military police stations, repair and maintenance
offices, utility services, vehicle repair and maintenance, gardening and landscaping,
and recreational facilities.
 Establishing the basic requirements for recreational facilities and equipment at all Star
Fleet bases and space stations.
 Performing market analysis to determine the wants and needs of personnel in order to
establish retail stores, grooming salons and other such amenities that provide base
and station personnel with a feeling of being at home.
The COMBASFAC is usually an officer of the line, SBC or SFC, but can be a Staff Corps
officer of the Engineering Corps (ENG), and will typically have the rank of Captain.
Under the COMBASFAC are the officers of the subdivisions needed to carry out the duties
and responsibilities of the Office of Star Fleet Base Facilities. These officers are shown
in Figure 6a23.5 and are listed in the table below:

 Determines the psychological factors related to
living in deep space
 Establishes the basic design criteria and
Commander
Station Environment Officer habitation standards pertaining to the space
(CMDR)
station living areas
 Submits design requirements and standards
related to base habitability
 Establishes requirements for recreational
facilities at all Star Fleet bases and space
stations
Commander  Determines the types and amounts of
Base Recreation Officer
(CMDR) recreational equipment to be supplied and
maintained at Star Fleet bases and stations
 Develops and designs special recreational and
socializing facilities
 Performs market analysis to determine the
wants and needs of base and station personnel
Commander  Establishes the basic layout and design of base
Base Mercantile Officer
(CMDR) and space station stores
 Establishes the basic rules of operation of base
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COMMANDER: STAR FLEET BASE SECURITY
The Commander: Star Fleet Base Security (COMBASSEC) is the senior officer in
charge of all activities regarding the allocation, evaluation and assignment of security
assets to the Shore Establishment. As such, Commander: Star Fleet Base Security
is the senior officer in charge of the Office of Star Fleet Base Security and is directly
responsible to the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command for:
 Analyzing and developing the security requirements for any new base or station under
design; and working with the Star Fleet Base Requirements and Specifications
Section in surveying the location of prospective bases, planetary stations and
garrisons in order to determine any security limitations.
 Developing custom Security Plans for each base and space station that will be built.
 Working with the Star Fleet Security Forces Command regarding the allocation of
a security force and security personnel for Star Fleet bases and space stations.
 Planning and conducting security exercises in order to evaluate the effectiveness of
base and station security personnel.
 Determining the material requirements in terms of the security supplies and equipment
required at all Star Fleet bases and space stations.
 Creating and managing the basic organizational structure of Military Police forces at
all Starbases and Star Fleet Headquarters.
The COMBASSEC is an officer of the line, SBC or SFC, or from the Star Fleet Security
Forces Command (SEC), and will typically have the rank of Captain. Under the
COMBASSEC are the officers of the subdivisions needed to carry out the duties and
responsibilities of the Office of Star Fleet Base Security. These officers are shown in
Figure 6a23.6 and are listed in the table below:

 Analyzing and developing the security
requirements for any new base or station under
design
Commander
Base Security Requirements Officer  Surveying prospective base locations and
(CMDR)
determining security limitations at the location
 Determines the type of armament that will be
required at the base or space station
 Obtaining and implementing the security
personnel requirements as identified in the
Security Plan
 Works with the Star Fleet Security Forces
Commander
Base Security Personnel Officer Command regarding the allocation of security
(CMDR)
personnel
 Plans and conducts security exercises in order
to evaluate the effectiveness of base and
station security personnel
 Determines the security supply requirements at
all Star Fleet bases and stations
Commander
Base Security Supply Officer
(CMDR)  Submits the security supply and equipment
requirements to the Star Fleet Base Supply
Allocation Section for requisition and allocation
 Creates and manages the basic organizational
structure of the Military Police forces at all
Commander Starbases and Star Fleet Headquarters
Base Law Enforcement Officer
(CMDR)  Establish the duties, responsibilities and
authority of members of the Military Police force
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CSBC
Star Base Command
Chief of Staff
RADM
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Figure 6a23.1
COMMANDER: STAR FLEET BASE OPERATIONS
COMBASOPS Commander:
Star Fleet Base
RADM Operations
BASEOPSINVO Base
Boards of Inquiry
CAPT Officer
BASEOPSPLNO Base Operations BASEOPSPRPO Base BASEOPSPRCO Base Operations

Planning Readiness and Processes
COMO Officer CAPT Officer CAPT Officer
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Figure 6a23.2
COMBASPER Commander:
Star Fleet Base
COMO Personnel
BASEPERASNO Base Personnel BASEPERCRTO Base Personnel BASEPERREQO Base Personnel BASEPERCOMA Base
Assignment Certification Requirements Command
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Figure 6a23.3
COMMANDER: STAR FLEET BASE LOGISTICS
COMBASMAT Commander:
Star Fleet Base
COMO Logistics
BASEMATREQ Base Supply BASEMATPLNO Base Logistics BASEMATALCO Base Supply

O
Requirements Planning Allocations
CAPT Officer CAPT Officer CAPT Officer

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Figure 6a23.4
COMMANDER: STAR FLEET BASE REQUIREMENTS
COMBASREQ Commander:
Star Fleet Base
CAPT Requirements
BASEREQSPCO Base Operating BASEREQDSNO Base BASEREQDEFO Base

Requirements Construction Design Defense Systems
CMDR Officer CMDR Officer CMDR Officer

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Figure 6a23.5
6a23.4
COMMANDER:
COMMANDER: STAR
STAR FLEET
FLEET BASE
BASE FACILITIES
PLANNING
COMBASFAC Commander:
Star Fleet Base
CAPT Facilities
BASEFACENVO Station BASEFACENTO Base BASEFACSUPO Base

Environment Recreation Mercantile
CMDR Officer CMDR Officer CMDR Officer

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Figure 6a23.6
COMMANDER: STAR FLEET BASE SECURITY
COMBASSEC Commander:
Star Fleet Base
CAPT Security
BASESECREQO Base Security BASESECPERO Base Security BASESECSUPO Base Security BASESECENFO Base
Requirements Personnel Supply Law Enforcement
CMDR Officer CMDR Officer CMDR Officer CMDR Officer

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3.0 STAR BASE COMMAND PERSONNEL

The function of this chapter is to present the major elements pertaining to life as a service
member of the Star Base Command branch of the Star Fleet service. This chapter is
divided into four sections that pertain to a specific aspect regarding personnel within Star
Base Command.
As described in Section 1.1 of this volume, the Office of Star Fleet Base Personnel
operates much the same way as the Star Fleet Division of Personnel as it is the central
authority concerned with the allocation, classification, qualification, placement, evaluation,
promotion and discipline of all the personnel within the Star Base Command subdivision.
However, unlike the Division of Personnel, the function of this office is primarily to
determine base and space station complements and to submit these requirements to the
Star Fleet Bureau of Personnel, or BUPERS, for the allocation of personnel to this
branch. In addition, this office will work with the Star Fleet Office of Force Planning in
determining the needed force size, in terms of manpower, based upon the number of
bases, stations and outposts required to support the Operating Forces and the mission
of Star Fleet. The Office of Star Fleet Base Personnel is also responsible for training
and assigning SBC personnel to bases, stations and outposts. However, it will be BUPERS
that will issue the specific orders to SBC personnel for their specific base and space station
assignments.
Section 3.1 discusses the basic classification of personnel and will discuss the designation
of the personnel within Star Base Command. In addition, this section also describes the
basic duties of the officers and enlisted personnel within this branch of service. This
section will also describe how the personnel within Star Base Command are identified
and will provide examples of the various types of Personnel Identification Cards
provided to personnel within this branch.
Section 3.2 deals with the training and certification of the officers and enlisted persons
within Star Base Command. In addition, this section will describe the requirements for
qualification in order to be assigned to Star Fleet base and space station duty and the
various other facilities available to Star Base Command personnel for such training and
certification.
Section 3.3 presents information regarding the uniforms, badges and the accouterments
associated with the Star Base Command branch of service. In addition, this section will
also describe the various insignia worn by specific officers within Star Base Command.
Section 3.4 deals completely with the special pay that may be available to members of the
Star Base Command branch of service. This will be that pay given to SBC personnel
that is beyond their Basic Pay.

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Figure 6a30.1
OFFICE OF STAR FLEET BASE PERSONNEL
6100 Star Fleet 2210 Office of 8100 Star Fleet

Bureau of Star Fleet Base Training
BUPERS Personnel SBCPER Personnel TRAINCOM Command
Personnel Personnel Personnel Commanders
SBCPERASN Assignment Section SBCPERCRT Certification Section SBCPERREQ Requirements Section SBCPERCOM Section

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Figure 6a30.2
COMBASEPER Commander:
Star Fleet Base
COMO Personnel
BASEPERASNO Base Personnel BASEPERCRTO Base Personnel BASEPERREQO Base Personnel BASEPERCOMA Base
Assignment Certification Requirements Command
CAPT Officer CMDR Officer CMDR Officer CAPT Superintendent

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CLASSIFICATION
This section will provide a comparatively detailed description regarding the classification of
personnel within the Star Base Command branch of service. In general, persons within
Star Base Command are classified as being an Officer, enlisted Technician, civilian
worker, consultant or contractor. The basic description of these classifications may be
found in Chapters 4 and 5 of Volume III of the Star Fleet Command Manual. However,
regardless of the classification, all persons within the Star Base Command branch of
service will have an SBC designation attached to their title.
Personnel within the Star Base Command (SBC) branch of service essentially comprise
the Shore Establishment of Star Fleet, which is defined as the entire assemblage of
Star Fleet ground bases, headquarters, space stations, outposts, garrisons and other
shore facilities that support the Operating Forces, including Star Fleet Marine Corps.
troops.
STAR BASE COMMAND SERVICE DESIGNATION
As stated above, all persons within the Star Base Command branch of service will have
an SBC designation attached to their title. Therefore, and in accordance with Star Fleet
Regulation 5320, and as specified in Section 7.6 of Volume I of the Star Fleet
Command Manual, the manner in which persons within Star Base Command will be
addressed in written, taped or other electronic communications, shall be as follows:
Jose Mendez, Commodore, SBC

Kenneth Washington, Technician 1st [Class]
The Star Fleet Service Number, as described in Section 3.1 of Volume III of the Star
Fleet Command Manual, is a composite alpha-numeric sequence that is divided into
three parts: Service Branch, a Serial Number and an Assignment Code, the format of which
is illustrated below.
BC E SS - NNNN D D C
Service Branch Code Serial Number Assignment Code
All persons originally assigned to the Star Base Command branch of service will have a
Service Branch code of BC prefixed to their Service Number. All other persons that initially
entered the service in a different branch or specialists and Staff Corps officers that are
assigned to Star Fleet bases will retain their original designation. The following examples
will illustrate this difference:
Jose Mendez, Como., SBC Serial Number BC 121-5185 CAC

Percy R. Stone, Como., ENG/SBC Serial Number E 238-3145 CPC

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STAR BASE COMMAND OFFICERS
As defined in Section 4.0 of Volume III of the Star Fleet Command Manual, a Star
Fleet Officer is an individual of the Star Fleet Service who holds a position of authority
given to them by the United Federation of Planets and thus, is responsible, by law, for
the lives and actions of the persons under their authority as well as the materiel assigned
or licensed to them. In general, all officers that enter Star Base Command are classified
as Unrestricted Line Officers (URL). That is, they are “officers of the line” in the Star
Fleet Service who are qualified to command ground facilities and space stations and
therefore, are unrestricted in the duties they can perform. However, Unrestricted Line
Officers may also include certain officers from the Engineering Corps as well.
Star Base Command is also comprised of certain restricted or Staff Corps officers who
are limited in the duties they can perform and therefore, are classified as Limited Duty
Officers. A Limited Duty Officer, or LDO, is an officer in the Star Fleet who was
selected for commissioning based on his or her skill and expertise. LDOs are used in
situations where it is desirable to have an officer with strong, specific technical knowledge.
As such, LDOs are restricted to duty within their area of specialization, as defined in Star
Fleet Regulation 5100. Typically, such officers will come from the ranks of almost all of
the Star Fleet Staff Corps: the Engineering and Construction Corps, the Medical
Corps, Supply Corps, Science Corps, Dental Corps, Medical Services Corps,
Nurse Corps, Diplomatic Corps, Judicial Corps, and the Chaplain Corps. The term
"Limited Duty" does not refer to an LDO's authority, but rather the LDO's career
progression and restriction. That is, unlike the Unrestricted Line Officer, the majority of
the LDOs within Star Base Command cannot aspire to command a Star Fleet base or
station. As such, they will never reach the higher command levels within Star Base
Command, or the Operations Division, as line officers, but may reach the higher
command levels within other appropriate Star Fleet divisions.
A line officer within the Star Base Command branch also has some restrictions regarding
the command duties they can be assigned, which are specified in Star Fleet Regulation
5110. Specifically, officers in the line of Star Base Command cannot command Star
Fleet ships, except as allowed by higher authority. As such, Star Base Command
officers are restricted to commanding only ground bases and space stations, and other
facilities under the jurisdiction of Star Base Command.
Regarding duty in or transferral to another branch of service, officers in the line of Star
Base Command may, at their request and with approval of the Chief of Star Fleet
Personnel, be reassigned to another branch of the Star Fleet Service. However, such a
requested transfer may only be performed once and with the approval of both branches.
This restriction was placed in order to maintain a stable command structure. In addition,
any person who continuously requests a transfer to another branch of service would
indicate that the person cannot fit within the Star Fleet structure. Although an individual
may request a transfer to another branch only once, Star Fleet Command may assign
any individual to any branch of service it deems appropriate at any time.
Lastly, most officers within this branch of service will generally have an “N” security
classification, which means that they can handle information vital to the defense of the
Federation. Enlisted Technicians, on the other hand, will usually have an “L” security
rating, except for those in the intelligence field. These individuals may receive a security
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STAR BASE COMMAND ENLISTED TECHNICIANS
Star Base Command contains many enlisted Technicians and Specialists. The general
duties of an enlisted person within Star Base Command are essentially the same as that
for officers. That is, to execute the orders of their superior officers and to properly
discharge the duties and responsibilities of their profession to the best of their ability in
conformance with existing directives and regulations. However, unlike officers, the enlisted
person will primarily be focused on the technical aspects of their job rather than on the
administration of subordinates. As such, their training will be focused on the equipment,
tools, processes and procedures of their specific area of expertise. It will only be later in
their career when they reach the senior enlisted levels that they may receive some form of
instruction on the management of subordinates.
The bulk of the enlisted personnel within Star Base Command will be assigned to duty
at ground bases and deep space stations. In general, the Enlisted Technicians assigned
to bases and stations will essentially be specialists in an administrative, technical, medical
or scientific field, but who may or may not have a college degree in that field. However,
there are enlisted technicians that have highly specialized knowledge and skills in a
particular occupation, and who might also possess a college degree. These particular
technicians are classified as Specialists and are in a different pay grade category than
standard Technicians, as illustrated in Section 3.3 of Volume III of the Star Fleet
Command Manual. Their grade classification is designated as “S” for Specialist,
whereas regular Technicians have a designation of “T”.
SPECIAL ENLISTED AUTHORITIES
Certain senior enlisted persons may have special authority as it relates to their jobs. For
example, a senior enlisted Technician may be detailed as a Craft Commander of a
station’s shuttlecraft, as permitted under Star Fleet Regulation 5751. As such, the
Craft Commander will have command authority regarding the operation of his craft.
However, although a Craft Commander may be a senior enlisted Technician and in
charge of the craft, the senior line officer embarked aboard the craft will be the Senior
Officer Present at all times and as such, will have authority over all passengers
embarked therein and over the mission or operations to which the craft is assigned, in
accordance with Star Fleet Regulation 5570[1]. In general, the Craft Commander will
only have authority over the functioning of the craft itself and not of the mission or
personnel to which the craft was assigned. However, being responsible for the craft, the
Craft Commander is also responsible for the safety of the passengers embarked and the
equipment loaded on board, and may order or direct the passengers to perform tasks for
the safety of the craft. Where a conflict arises between the Craft Commander and the
Senior Officer Present regarding the safety of the craft and its passengers, the Craft
Commander shall prevail regardless of rank*.
In addition to the authorities describes above, enlisted persons standing sentry and
security duty also have special authority as specified in Star Fleet Regulation 5590,
which states: “A sentry or security guard, within the limits stated in his orders, has
authority over all persons on his post.” As such, all enlisted sentries have the authority to
issue orders, relevant to the functioning of their post, to officers and senior enlisted
personnel alike.
*See Section 4.7 in Volume III of the Star Fleet Command Manual for details regarding the relationship of
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STAR BASE COMMAND CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES
Star Base Command also employs many civilian or indigenous employees as well, most
of which will be employed at Star Fleet installations such as Starbases and Star Fleet
stations. As such, the commanders of these installations are responsible for leading and
managing civilian employees and will be held accountable for the effective utilization of
their civilian assets. Generally speaking, Star Fleet base commanders have full authority
over their civilian workforce as provided by ARTICLE 13 of the Star Fleet Charter. As this
article states: “All civilian personnel employed by the Department of the Star Fleet shall
come under the authority of Star Fleet Command and shall comply with all its regulations,
directives and instructions.” Therefore, all civilian employees will always be under the
direction of a Star Fleet officer in one way or another. And in the case of high-level
executive positions, civilian managers will always come under the direction of a Star Fleet
flag officer such as the Base Commander. Responsible commanders develop, empower,
and utilize subordinate supervisors, managers, and the Personnel Resources staff to
establish a work environment for positive employee motivation and high performance. This
primarily applies to base commanders.
Civilian employment at Star Fleet facilities also includes non-citizens as well. This is
especially true on bases and stations at the far reaches of Federation space and on non-
Federation worlds where the source of labor must come from the indigenous populations.
As such, Star Base Command will work with the Star Fleet Bureau of Alien
Personnel regarding the hiring and management of alien employees.
Civilian employment also comes in two forms: permanent and temporary. Most of the
civilian jobs require permanent employment, but for specific short-time work, Star Fleet
will engage temporary employees or contractors to fill special work requirements. Most of
the temporary positions will be semi-professional administrative personnel. Contractors, on
the other hand, will typically be highly educated professionals or highly skilled craft
workers for industrial labor jobs. Most of the professional workers will be hired in technical
fields such as engineering, medicine and scientific, and others in administrative fields such
as business and law.
Most of the craft workers will be employed for Safety and Public Works jobs that are
related to the general operation in and around a Star Fleet base or station, such as
emergency workers, utility workers, as well as those in the fields of manufacturing, waste
processing, transportation, repair and maintenance. These jobs were created to allow
indigenous persons to work in such positions instead of assigning Star Fleet Service
personnel to perform this work. Most of these individuals will work directly under civilian
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PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION CARD
A Personal Identification Card (PIC) is issued to every person within the Department
of the Star Fleet, including the dependents of service members. The PIC is a color-
coded plate that identifies the individual as belonging to the Star Fleet or as an employee
of Star Fleet, which includes Reserve and Retired members of the Service as well.
However, the color of the card for retired members will differ from those on active duty.
The light blue card is for active and Reserve duty Service personnel, the light peach card
is for retired personnel and certain veterans, and the green and light red colored cards are
for civilian employees and contractors as illustrated in Figure 6a31.2.
The standard identification card is 54mm by 86mm in size as illustrated in Figure 6a31.1.
The card has a picture of the individual and has a memory chip embedded which contains
pay records, or the transfer orders of the individual as well as other official information.
When reporting aboard a new command the individual will swipe his or her card which will
transfer the order information into the command’s computer indicating the reporting time
and duty information. The computer will then compare the information contained within
the electronic orders with the written orders previously transmitted via subspace radio.
New cards are automatically issued whenever there is a change in status of the individual
such as rank, pay, or duty. The following table lists the various PIC cards issued by Star
Fleet.
Table 6a31.3
STAR FLEET IDENTIFICATION CARD TYPES
Card Card
Classification Description
Type Color
Light Active Duty Card given to all active duty service members.
01
Purple Service Member
Light Reserve Card given to active and inactive Reservists.
02
Blue Service Member
Light Retired Card given to retired service members and certain veterans
03
Peach Service Member receiving pay. Includes disabled veterans.
Mint Civilian Card given to all civilian and alien employees of the Star Fleet.
04
Green Employee
Light Civilian Card given to the dependents of service members. Used for
05
Brown Dependent base access and access to services.
Light Civilian A card given to temporary employees of Star Fleet. The card
06
Red Temporary will always have an expiration date.
Regarding Star Fleet Identification Cards, the following are the regulations and the
laws regarding unauthorized possession of a Star Fleet PIC card:
1. It is a Federation crime to copy, reproduce or otherwise alter a Star Fleet

identification card. The penalty for this crime is five years in a Federation penal
colony and a fine up to f10,000.
2. It is a Federation crime to knowingly accept or carry a forged or stolen Star Fleet
identification card. The penalty for this crime is ten years in a Federation penal
colony and a fine up to f20,000.
3. It is a court martial offense to give or lend ones Star Fleet identification card to
another member, or otherwise borrow a Star Fleet identification card from another
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PHYSICAL IDENTIFICATION
In the back of each service badge is a small microchip transmitter that continuously sends
location and personal information of the individual. The chip itself is normally not active
until the individual is wearing the uniform on which the patch is worn. The chip becomes
electronically activated based upon the body heat of the species relative to the ambient
temperature. For humans, the temperature in which the chip becomes active is 36 o C.
However, the chip must also detect that the individual wearer is the proper person. The
chip tests this based upon a DNA sampling. The method by which this is accomplished is
proprietary to the manufacturer.
Illustration 6a31.1
LOCATION OF IDENTIFICATION CHIP
Aboard a Star Fleet base or station the information transmitted by the chip is used by the
station’s computer to track the whereabouts of all persons at the base or space station.
Persons wishing to know the whereabouts of others can request their location by accessing
the Crew Locator application within the facility’s Library Computer.
To ensure that all visitors can be tracked at a base or space station a locator chip will be
required to be carried by visitors at all times. Star Fleet personnel will already have such
a chip inside the badge of their uniform. However, civilian and other non-service visitors
who do not wear a Star Fleet uniform will be required to carry, and visibly display, a
Visitors Badge at all times. This Visitors Badge will be created with all the information
about the individual before that person is allowed access to the premises. The badge is
usually attached to a lanyard which is worn around the neck. This badge must be
displayed in plain sight at all times. Base personnel and station crewmembers are required
to challenge any visitor who is not properly displaying their badge.

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Figure 6a31.1
STAR BASE COMMAND IDENTIFICATION CARD EXAMPLES: SERVICE PERSONNEL
Starbase Commander Star Fleet Facility Commander
DEPARTMENT OF THE STAR FLEET DEPARTMENT OF THE STAR FLEET

UNITED FEDERATION OF PLANETS UNITED FEDERATION OF PLANETS
STAR BASE COMMAND STAR BASE COMMAND
MENDEZ, JOSE STONE, PERCY R.

COMMODORE, SBC 2280-SB11-1000-O7 COMMODORE, SBC 2280-SB11-1100-O7
COMMANDER, STARBASE 11 COMMANDER, STARBASE 11
SERIAL: BC 121-5185 CAC
STARDATE: 21296.02
S CONSTRUCTION FACILITY
SERIAL: E 238-3145 CPC
Q
STARDATE: 21371.02
329738 219873
O1 O1
IF FOUND, PLEASE RETURN TO: IF FOUND, PLEASE RETURN TO:
DIVISION OF PERSONNEL DIVISION OF PERSONNEL
STAR FLEET HEADQUARTERS STAR FLEET HEADQUARTERS
STARBASE CENTRAL STARBASE CENTRAL

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Figure 6a31.2
STAR BASE COMMAND IDENTIFICATION CARD EXAMPLES: CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES
Restricted Employee Professional Contractor
DEPARTMENT OF THE STAR FLEET DEPARTMENT OF THE STAR FLEET

UNITED FEDERATION OF PLANETS UNITED FEDERATION OF PLANETS
STAR BASE COMMAND STAR FLEET COMMAND

DIVISION OF ENGINEERING
RAYMOND, GUY DAYSTROM, RICHARD M. Ph.D

TRADER – SHOP KEEPER TECHNICAL CONSULTANT F3600-022-P6T
STAR FLEET STATION 33
SS33-1875-O1 STAR FLEET ENGINEERING
EMPLOYEE ID: SSN33-064
EXPIRES STARDATE: 21697
TEMPORARY ID: 76435
EXPIRES STARDATE: 21866
Q
RESTRICTED
O4
91762
O6 51622
IF FOUND, PLEASE RETURN TO: IF FOUND, PLEASE RETURN TO:

MANAGER OF PERSONNEL MANAGER OF PERSONNEL
PERSONNEL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
STAR FLEET STATION THIRTY-THREE STAR FLEET STATION TWENTY

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TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION
Star Fleet Regulation 4620 requires that all Base Commanders “endeavor to increase
the specialized and general professional knowledge of the personnel under his command
by the frequent conduct of drills, classes and instructions, and by the utilization of
appropriate Star Fleet schools”. As such, the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command
directed the Commander: Star Fleet Base Personnel, in coordination with the Deputy
Chief: Star Fleet Training Command, to develop training programs specifically aimed
at ensuring that the personnel commanding and operating Star Fleet bases and stations
are completely knowledgeable and competent in their duties.
PREREQUISITE CERTIFICATIONS
Before any Officer, Technician or Specialist can be assigned to a Star Fleet base and
station, he or she must be certified in their respective field of expertise. In the case of
officers, their certification comes from their particular degree, either from the Star Fleet
Academy or from an accredited college or university. Enlisted Technicians, on the other
hand, must have successfully completed initial and advanced training in their area of
specialization before they can be considered for fleet duty. This is normally accomplished
at one or more of the various Fleet Schools located throughout the Federation. To be
qualified and selected for base or station duty the enlisted person must complete advanced
training in their area of specialization with a score of 80 percent of higher. This is
especially true for those in the engineering or the other technical fields.
REQUIRED BASE TRAINING
Before any person is assigned to a billet at a Star Fleet base or space station, he or she
must have completed preparatory training at any of the Star Fleet Training Centers
located throughout the Federation. The function of this training is to acquaint the person
about life and work at a Star Fleet base or space station, and to familiarize the aspirant
with the systems and equipment used at and support bases and space stations. In addition
to the essential routines of base and station life, the trainee will also be subjected to
emergency drills and simulated station casualties in order to evaluate the individual on his
or her ability to cope with stressful situations.
The duration of Star Base Command training is typically six weeks. However, in some
cases, the duration may be longer if the individual fails to meet expectations. If so, the
individual is given another chance to successfully complete this training in the next class. If
the individual fails the second time, that person will not be allowed to enter fleet duty and
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ONBOARD BASE TRAINING
Star Fleet base and stations are highly complex pieces of machinery, which requires
people with a high level of education and training to operate them. As such, officers and
technicians at Star Fleet bases and stations must continuously be trained and tested in
order to maintain their qualification and expertise in their job functions. Therefore, Star
Fleet Regulation 4620 requires Star Fleet Base Commanders to have the officers
and technicians under their command maintain a high degree of professional competence.
To meet this regulation the Base Commander will provide training and continuous
education to members of his staff, personnel and employees; to acquire and maintain the
necessary resources for such training; and allow all members of his command to attend
off-base and space station training classes as necessary and appropriate.
DUTY AND JOB QUALIFICATION
In order to stand duty at a Star Fleet base or station, the person designated must be
certified to perform the necessary functions of the job. Job or duty qualification entails
knowing the base or station surroundings, compartment or areas; knowing the equipment
and how it functions; knowing how to operate the systems and equipment under all
conditions; knowing how to make the necessary repairs in order for the equipment to
continue to operate safely; knowing all control switches and panels associated with the
station; and knowing how to deal with any emergency situation within the assignment
area. This requires the individual to undergo a formal training program in order to qualify
to stand duty.
Duty qualification generally begins with the individual setting goals towards certification
with his or her Division Officer or Division Chief. At this point, the individual, also
known as a “Non-Qual”, will receive a manual of qualifications he or she must complete.
The manual contains all duty stations associated with his job and the evolutions or
Practical Factors (PRACFACS) that must be completed before the individual is
considered qualified to stand duty or perform his or her work alone. Generally, the Non-
Qual will report to the supervising officer or technician and will perform the evolutions
required. The supervising officer or technician will “sign-off” each PRACFAC completed by
the Non-Qual. The Non-Qual will also be tested in emergency procedures and operations
to ensure a complete understanding of the functions that need to be performed during an
emergency situation. When everything is complete and signed off, the Non-Qual will
submit his or her qualification manual to his or her Division Officer. The Division
Officer will review the document and submit his or her approval for the individual to
advance to the next stage of certification.
The next stage in the certification process is for the Non-Qual to go in front of a board of
his peers, certified to perform the required duties. The board will ask questions relating to
the job functions and the various evolutions that are performed at the duty station. When
the board is satisfied with the level of knowledge of the Non-Qual, they will sign the
qualification manual and submit it to the Base Training Officer. Once the Training
Officer signs-off on the manual the individual is considered qualified to stand the watch.
However, in the case of an officer, the Base Commander must also sign to complete the
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JOB BILLET QUALIFICATION
All duty stations and job billets at Star Fleet bases and space stations require training and
certification before an individual can perform his or her job functions by themselves. Much
of the training concerning job billets was accomplished while the technician was attending
the Fleet Schools associated with his or her rate or specialty, or has attended formal
training sessions while striking for his or her rate or specialty. As such, this is the first level
of qualification to assume the duties of his or her job function. This level of qualification
allows the individual to perform only those duties that do not directly affect the critical
functions of base and station operation. Individuals at this level are qualified to make
repairs and fix equipment. However, a technician cannot immediately stand any duty or
execute any function at any workstation where critical base and space station functionality
is involved simply on the basis of this level of qualification alone. All technicians must be
trained on the workstation by standing the duty under supervision of a qualified technician,
and must be tested on the job functions of the workstation before the individual can be
certified to perform the functions at the workstation on their own. The previous section
“DUTY AND JOB QUALIFICATION” described the basic process for job billet certification.
EXAMINATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
In accordance with Star Fleet Regulation 8311, a record of all training, schooling and
certifications completed by members of the Star Fleet Service must be placed in their
Service Record. This is to ensure that individuals assigned to commands are qualified to
perform their jobs and a record of such exists to provide evidence of such certifications.
In order to ensure that local training is proper and complete, a formal certification program
must be established at each base and space station. For each job or station qualification
there must be a record indicating that the individual is certified to stand the duty alone.
This certification record usually includes the Practical Factors (PRACFACS) that must be
completed as well as an examination of the extent of knowledge of the trainee. As such,
commands will issue Qualification Manuals that contain the requirements that must be
met for a job billet or workstation, and various examination and sign-off sheets indicating
the successful completion of a workstation PRACFAC, and written or verbal examinations
regarding the systems and equipment associated with the job billet qualification. At the
end of the training program, the manual is given the individual’s Division Officer for
signature indicating that the individual is qualified to stand the duty. The Qualification
Manual, which is an electronic clipboard the trainee maintains, is then submitted to the
Base Training Officer to be downloaded into the station’s Training Database and the
individual’s Service Record.

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STAR FLEET BASE TRAINING FACILITIES
Star Fleet has many training facilities located throughout the Federation. Many of these
facilities are Fleet Schools used to keep technical persons up to date or to train them on
specific equipment associated with their duty. Most of the Fleet Schools are located at
various Star Fleet Headquarters and District Bases. Usually, an entire section of the
base is reserved and dedicated to training. As such, most base and station personnel have
easy access to local training facilities. Some of the bases may also house an annex or
extension of the Star Fleet Academy. However, in cases where the individual wishes to
attend training at another base, he or she must make a request to his or her Division
Officer for approval. However, in most cases personnel assigned to Star Fleet bases and
stations do not have to travel far for their training. Most bases and some space stations,
have extensive training facilities available onsite.
In order for Star Fleet base and space station personnel to obtain specialized training or
to apply to the Star Fleet Academy for professional refresher or specialized training
courses, they must complete submit a request. There are three types of request for
training forms:
 385-1: Star Fleet Academy Request Form

 385-2: Fleet School Request Form
 385-3: Request for Specialized Training Outside Star Fleet
However, it must be stated that submitting a request for training at a remote site is no
guarantee that the person will receive such training in the timeframe the individual
requested. But the individual will receive due consideration for the training he or she
requests. In most cases the training will directly relate to the individual’s job function. As
such, there is usually a very good chance that the individual will attend the training
courses requested. In general, Star Fleet officers are basically required to encourage their
subordinates to expand their knowledge and to enhance their technical expertise by
attending advanced training courses. Base Commanders are required, under Star Fleet
Regulation 4620 to make such training available to his or her subordinates.

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3.3 STAR BASE COMMAND UNIFORMS

AND INSIGNIAS
In this section the Standard Working Uniform worn by personnel within Star Base
Command will be discussed. Regarding dress uniforms, as with all personnel within the
Star Fleet, all persons assigned to Star Base Command shall wear the standard
Formal Dress Blue and the Ceremonial Dress White uniforms as specified in the Star
Fleet Uniform Standard (BUPERSMAN-332 Revision 8.12) when the occasion
requires per Star Fleet Regulation or as proscribed by higher authority.
STAR BASE COMMAND STANDARD WORKING UNIFORM
The uniform worn by all Star Base Command personnel assigned to bases or working on
space stations shall be the Standard Working Uniform, designated SWMG0<a> for
males and SWFG0<a> or SWFO0<a> for females, as described in BUPERSMAN-332.
The uniform principally consists of a pair of black trousers (Item 3421) and the Type II
tunic (Item 3413 or 3414 for females) in the color of their respective department as
specified in BUPERSMAN-332 and Star Base Command Order 633. Note that the
Standard Working Uniform utilizing the Type I tunic (3411) is no longer authorized to
be worn. An illustration of the authorized versions of the Standard Working Uniform is
shown in Figure 6a33.1. Civilian personnel and contractors working for Star Base
Command shall also wear the Standard Working Uniform while they are performing
their function.
The Standard Working Uniform for Star Base Command personnel also includes the
Star Base Command patch as shown in Illustration 6a33.2. Persons with the rank of
Captain and below, and civilian personnel in the employ of Star Base Command shall
wear this patch. Flag officers with the rank of Commodore or above shall wear either the
10-point or 12-point Starburst as described in Section 1.5 of Volume I of the Star Fleet
Command Manual and as illustrated below in Figure 6a33.2. The Standard Working
Uniform will also display the wearer’s position within the command organization. This is
indicated by special sleeve braid, which will be discussed in more detail in the subsection
below entitled STAR BASE COMMAND INSIGNIAS AND BRAID. However, civilian personnel
in the employ of Star Base Command shall not wear any sleeve braid.
When Star Fleet officials and dignitaries are expected, Star Base Command personnel
may be required to wear the Service Dress Uniform, designated SDMO3<a> for male
officers and SDFO3<a> for female officers. The Service Dress Uniform is essentially
composed of a special tunic worn over the pants of the Standard Working Uniform.
The tunic is a Neru jacket (Items 337x for males and 338x for females) in an iridescent
form of the color of the individual’s specific department as shown in Figure 6a33.3. The
opening of the jacket will have thick gold braid for command-level officers running down
the edge of the jacket opening, while regular officers will have thin gold piping running
down the front. A similar jacket is available for enlisted personnel; however, the piping will
be silver. Civilian personnel shall not wear any Star Fleet dress uniform, but may be
provided with appropriate attire for formal gatherings and official ceremonies. Usually,
civilian employees of Star Fleet will wear their own dress attire as appropriate for special
occasions.

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SPECIAL WORKING UNIFORMS
Besides the standard uniforms listed above, there are other forms of Star Fleet clothing
that service members might also wear. For example, when working on equipment or in
situations where the Standard Working Uniform may become soiled or damaged,
base’s personnel will wear the all-purpose SWGG0<a> working coverall. The coverall is a
one-piece jumpsuit with wide, short sleeves, and short legs to accommodate the size of
most wearers. They have a wide front opening so that the wearer can easily slip the
coverall on and the opening contains a snap in front to allow the opening to be closed.
Around the waist of the coverall is elastic, which allows a tighter fit around the midsection.
A cloth belt is also available to tighten the midsection further, or a black Naugahyde utility
belt can also be worn. The coverall can also be worn with or without the standard black
crew neck undershirt, as illustrated in Figure 6a33.4. As shown, the standard coverall is
gender and rank-neutral and can be worn by males and females alike, and by officers and
enlisted technicians. Coveralls are also color-coded to match the color of the department
or organization from which the service member or civilian employee originated and come
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STAR BASE COMMAND PERSONNEL IDENTIFICATION
As part of the working uniform, all personnel working within Star Base Command will
wear the badge of the division as shown in Illustration 6b33.1 below. This patch, or metal
pin, is worn primarily by those working within the Star Base Command administration
offices and will not be worn by those working on bases and space stations.
Illustration 6a33.1
STAR BASE COMMAND STAFF PATCH
Officer Enlisted Civilian
In accordance with Star Base Command Order 633, all personnel assigned to Star
Fleet bases and space stations will wear the Star Base Command emblem with the
symbol of the person’s department embroidered in the center as shown in Illustration
6a33.2 below, which shows three patches for the Operations and Command departments.
This patch has an embroidered black border with a metallic foil-like center, the color of
which will depend upon the classification of the individual. For officers the center will be
gold foil, silver foil for enlisted technicians, and usually copper foil for civilian contractors,
but could also be red or blue foil as well depending on their job classification.
Illustration 6a33.2
STAR FLEET BASE PERSONNEL PATCH
Regardless of which patch will be worn, the badge or the pin must be placed on the left
side of the working uniform tunic 9.2 cm from the center of the chest and 6.4 cm down
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Note that in the back of each patch there is a small microchip transmitter that continuously
sends location and personal information of the individual. The chip itself is normally not
active until the individual is wearing the uniform on which the patch is worn. The chip
becomes electronically activated based upon the body heat of the individual relative to the
ambient temperature. For humans, the temperature in which the chip becomes active is
36o C. However, the chip must also detect that the individual wearer is the proper person.
The chip tests this based upon a DNA sampling. The method by which this is accomplished
is proprietary to the manufacturer.
In addition, there is another form of Star Base Command badge that may be worn by
personnel – the rank-neutral pin and patch. The Star Base Command pin is a metallic
pin made of gold encasing a red enamel core with an embossed gold star in the center as
shown in Illustration 6a33.3 below. This pin is worn only on the Formal Dress Blue and
Ceremonial Dress White uniforms.
The rank-neutral badge is basically a bluish-white felt patch with an embroidered blue star
and blue border as seen below. It is worn on those articles of Star Fleet clothing that can
be worn by both officers and enlisted without indicating the individual’s classification such
as gymnastic wear (Items 3801, 3811, and 3851).
Illustration 6a33.3
STAR BASE COMMAND RANK-NEUTRAL BADGES
Metal Pin Fabric Patch

Worn on Formal Dress Uniforms Worn on Rank-Neutral Uniforms

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STAR BASE COMMAND INSIGNIAS AND BRAID
Star Base Command has special insignias and sleeve braid. The function of the working
uniform sleeve braid is primarily to indicate the position of the individual within the
command, and not their rank. As such, regular service personnel do not possess sleeve
braid regardless of their rank or whether they are commissioned officers or enlisted
technicians. However, the sleeve braid of the base’s organizational officers must be
displayed on the Standard Working Uniform at all times to indicate the person’s
position within the command, except when the person is wearing coveralls. The following
table illustrates the standard relating to ones position at a base or space station.
Table 6a33.4
STAR BASE COMMAND WORKING UNIFORM SLEEVE BRAID
Fleet Role Uniform Braid
Uniform Braid Fleet Role
(Typical Rank) (Typical Rank)
Base’s Section Leader Station Commander

(LTJG) (CAPT)
Base’s Division Officer Facility Commander

(LEUT) (COMO)
Base’s Department Starbase Commander/

Head Garrison Commander
(LCDR) (COMO)
Base’s Executive Sector Base

Officer Commander
(LCDR/CMDR/CAPT) (COMO)
Outpost Commander/ Star Fleet Headquarters

TAC Station Commander
Commander (RADM)
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SLEEVE BRAID DESIGN
The braid placed in the sleeve of the Standard Working Uniform is designed as a gold
and silver threaded stripe with a version of the gold threaded stripe looping around the
base horizontal stripe as illustrated in Figure 6a33.5. A single stripe of this type depicts an
officer with the position of Division Officer within a department. A dashed stripe with no
loop indicates the lowest or intermediate level of position within the command. Thus, the
dashed stripe is used as a step in position, beginning with Section Leader as illustrated
in Table 6a33.4 on the previous page. Note that a Section Leader may also be a senior
enlisted person as well as an officer.
The braid of a flag officer utilizes a thick base band made of gold and silver thread with
large gold-threaded loops at the edges of the wide band as illustrated in Figure 6a33.6.
Flag officers will only have one such band running around the sleeve with any combination
of thin and dashed stripes to indicate the level or position within a command structure.
SPECIAL WORKING UNIFORM SLEEVE BRAID
Special Star Fleet Command persons who will visit or work at a Star Fleet base or
station will also wear the Standard Working Uniform, but who may also wear special
sleeve braid indicating their position within Star Fleet Command. The following table
illustrates the standard regarding the working uniform of certain visiting Star Fleet
Command officers.
Table 6a33.5
SPECIAL WORKING UNIFORM SLEEVE BRAID: OTHER FLAG COMMANDERS
Fleet Role Fleet Role
Uniform Braid Uniform Braid
(Typical Rank) (Typical Rank)
Deputy Chief: Chief of

Star Base Command Star Fleet Operations
(VADM) (ADML)
Star Fleet Vice Director:

Chief of Staff Star Fleet Command
(VADM) (ADML)
Sector Director:
Commandant Star Fleet Command
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PATCH WORN BY STAR FLEET OUTPOST PERSONNEL[2]
Although most Star Fleet Command personnel working on Star Fleet bases and
stations will wear the rectangular patch as shown in Illustration 6a33.2, a special patch
was developed for those assigned to duty at the remote outposts. This patch is a form of
the Star Fleet arrowhead, but is facing towards the right, as shown in the illustration
below, and is only worn on the Standard Working Uniform. The arrowhead basically
has a black background with a colored shield area. The colors of this shield area conforms
with the standard as shown in Illustration 6a33.2. In the center of the shield is a 12-point
embroidered starburst indicating the exploration and defense nature of the outpost. Next
to the starburst is the symbol for the department the wearer is assigned to. Enlisted and
civilian employees will have their departmental emblem embroidered, while officers will
have a silver metal pin instead. Along the left-hand edge of the patch will contain the
registry number of the outpost the wearer is assigned.
Illustration 6a33.4
SPECIAL STAR FLEET OUTPOST PATCH
SPECIAL OUTPOST DUTY PIN
Outposts and TAC bases are small stations constructed at the edge of Federation
space. Their function is to monitor the boundary and to provide the first level of defense
and communication in case of attack, invasion, incursion or violation of the boundary. As
such, Outpost duty is generally very lonely and boring. Star Base Command personnel
assigned to Outposts are generally stationed there for about three months. They rotate
between stations and outposts about every six months. Therefore, in recognition of this
duty, a special pin was created indicating that the individual has served on an outpost for
at least three months. Below is such a pin. It is a flat metal disk with holes for the service
stars indicating a three-month tour of duty. Officers will wear a gold pin and enlisted
personnel will have a silver pin. The pin is worn only on the Formal Dress Blue uniform.
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CIVILIAN CLOTHING ON BASES AND SPACE STATIONS
Star Fleet personnel assigned to bases are permitted to have and wear civilian clothing
on the base or space station at any time during off-duty hours. However, civilian clothing
shall never be worn on the base or space station during normal working hours as
illustrated in Figure 6a33.7. Base and station personnel are encouraged to socialize with
other service personnel, civilians or indigenous personnel during after-work hours. Star
Base Command designs such socializing facilities into every base and station within the
Shore Establishment. As such, it is very common to see many people wearing civilian
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Figure 6a33.1
STANDARD WORKING UNIFORM AT A STARBASE

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Figure 6a33.2
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Figure 6a33.3
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Figure 6a33.4
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Figure 6a33.5
STAR BASE COMMAND OFFICER’S BRAID: THIN

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Figure 6a33.6
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Figure 6a33.7
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3.4 STAR FLEET BASE DUTY PAY[3]

Personnel assigned to Star Fleet space stations will receive special pay above their
normal Basic Pay. This is pay given as a result of being assigned hazardous duty in deep
space for extended periods of time. The following are the forms of additional pay given to
persons stationed aboard Star Fleet stations:
A. Space Station Pay: The pay given to an individual that is assigned permanent duty
aboard a space station. This is to compensate them for being away from their families
and their homes for extended durations. The amount of Space Station Pay depends
upon the duty. Personnel on large stations will receive an extra f200 Credits per
month, persons assigned to smaller Free-floating space stations will receive an extra
f300 Credits per month, and persons assigned to outposts will receive an extra f400
Credits per month while they are stationed on the outpost due to the hazardous nature
of the duty. It should be noted that personnel assigned to the large Starbases and
Star Fleet Headquarters do not receive Space Station Pay.
B. Flight Pay: The pay given to operators of service and attack craft. This is a form of
Hazardous Duty Pay since traveling onboard such a small vessel for long distances
and away from the command for extended periods with minimal environmental and
survival equipment is risky at best. Therefore, the commander of such vessels have
an important responsibility for the safety of the craft and its passengers and therefore,
is compensated for this responsibility. For Craft Commanders Fight Pay is given for
each instance the operator sits at the command console and flies the craft. The
amount of Flight Pay varies with the job and type of craft. Operators of standard
shuttlecraft will receive an additional f200 Credits for each instance of flight, while the
commanders of Attack or Fighter Craft will receive f500 Credits each month while
they hold a combat craft qualification certificate.
C. Hazardous Duty Pay: The pay given to individuals that must perform duties that
would increase the possibility of injury or death. Hazardous Duty Pay may range from
f100-500 Credits depending upon the nature of the duty. Such duties include special
tasks involving entry into dangerous areas such as reactor compartments, perform
demolitions, base personnel assigned to vessels transporting Polymass and other
dangerous goods, intelligence operators and other such duties and occupations where
the health and safety of the individual may be at risk. For such dangerous occupations
Hazardous Duty Pay is a permanent addition to their Basic Pay and comes with the
job
D. Combat Pay: The pay given to individuals involved in war or conflict. During wartime
conditions all persons within the Shore Establishment will receive Combat Pay,
which amounts to an extra f400 Credits per month. In addition, the crews of individual
base and stations involved in skirmishes or lethal combat during peacetime will also
receive Combat Pay as well. In such instances, the amount of Combat Pay will be
dependent on the duration of the conflict and is usually prorated in terms of hours of
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COMMAND PAY[4]
Command Pay is that monthly amount, in Credits, above Basic Pay or any other given
pay, awarded to Star Fleet base and station commanders. This is to compensate Base
Commanders for their duty and responsibility, and because base and station commander
cannot draw Hazardous Duty or Flight Pay. The following table presents the schedule
of Command Pay based upon their duty. Flag officers with the rank of Rear Admiral
and above do not receive any special or additional pay.
Table 6a33.1
TABLE OF COMMAND PAY BY TITLE
Command
Command Title Rank
Pay
Star Fleet Headquarters Commander COMO f 300
Starbase Commander COMO f 400
Space Station Commander CAPT f 450
Garrison Commander CAPT/COMO f 400
Outpost and TAC Commanders CMDR f 600
OTHER SPECIAL PAY
Other special, incentive or supplementary pay, bonuses or stipends may still be allotted to
crewmembers of Star Fleet bases and stations as stated in Section 3.3 of Volume III of
the Star Fleet Command Manual.

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4.0 STAR BASE COMMAND OPERATIONS

As stated in Section 1.0 of this volume, Star Base Command is that organization within
the Star Fleet Division of Operations that is primarily tasked with the management
and operation of all Star Fleet bases and stations, their personnel and other assets of the
Shore Establishment. As such, the most important function and operation of the Shore
Establishment will be discussed. Operations, as it is defined here, will essentially mean
the functions and tasks to which Star Fleet bases and space stations are assigned and
the specific functions they perform in support of the Operating Forces. This chapter is
divided into five sections that deal with the various operations performed by Star Base
Command. These operations will be described in the sections below:
Section 4.1 describes the administrative operations performed by Star Base Command.
Administrative Operations is defined as those procedures and actions taken to execute
the internal functions of the Star Base Command subdivision.
Section 4.2 describes the various functional or command operations performed by Star
Fleet bases and space stations. Functional Operations is defined as those procedures
and actions taken to execute the basic operational functions to which these shore units are
assigned. These will essentially be the functions the Shore Establishment of Star Fleet
were created to perform as defined in Section 1.0 of this volume.
Section 4.3 contains information regarding Star Fleet bases and space stations. This
section defines the types and function of Star Fleet bases and stations and their missions,
defines the designations of Star Fleet bases and stations, and provides a basic look at the
various types of bases and stations that comprise the Shore Establishment of the Star
Fleet.
Section 4.4 describes how Star Fleet bases and stations are located and the processes
involved in selecting the site, or area of space, a base or space station is to be placed. In
addition, this section will describe the other factors necessary in order to place a base at a
site belonging to a sovereign government.
Section 4.5 provides a classified list of the current assignments of Star Fleet bases and
stations. The list shows the location of the base in SCS coordinates, as well as the number
of personnel and troops stationed there. The table provided in this section is but a part of
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4.1 ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS

Administrative Operations is defined as those procedures and actions taken to execute
the internal functions and mission of Star Base Command. For example, these include
establishing the criteria for qualification of personnel for duty, developing standard base
and station duty and workstation practices, developing and enforcing the rules and
regulations regarding the conduct of Star Base Command personnel, analyzing and
evaluating each base and space station class in order to determine the appropriate
manpower, analyzing and evaluating each duty station for all base and station classes in
order to establish the allocations of the technical and functional specialties, etc. As such,
this section will concentrate on those operations relating to the administrative functions
performed by the Star Base Command staff.
DETERMINING NUMBERS AND TYPES OF BASE ASSETS
Determining the number and types of Star Fleet bases and space stations is directly
linked to the number and type of ships and craft in the fleet, as well as the personnel
operating these assets, and the number of troops that require support. Therefore, the size
requirement for the Shore Establishment will basically be the number of bases, stations
and other facilities needed to support the size of the Operating Forces. In general, the
necessity regarding the number of bases and stations is founded primarily upon the time
and distance required to efficiently send and receive communications to and from the
Operating Forces. Hence, Star Fleet has chosen, as a standard, the maximum distance
between bases and stations to be based upon the maximum range a Star Fleet ship or
station is able to receive a subspace message within twenty-four hours*. This function is
given to the Star Fleet Base Requirements and Specifications Section, designated
SBCREQSPC, an organization within the Office of Star Fleet Base Requirements.
The prime function of the Star Fleet Base Requirements and Specifications Section
is to determine the location of and to develop design criteria for the construction of new
Star Fleet bases and space stations, to be placed at the location selected, based upon the
requirements to support the fleet. In addition, the requirements regarding the support of
the fleet will also include the resources needed to build and maintain the operating assets
as well. That is, the number of vessels and craft needed to maintain an effective force will
contribute to the size of the construction force and facilities needed to build and maintain
the operating assets. As such, this section will work with the Office of Star Fleet Ship
Planning in obtaining the current and future size of the Operating Forces, and with the
Star Fleet Office of Strategic Planning in determining where Star Fleet bases and
stations should be located.
DETERMINING THE LOCATION OF BASE ASSETS
Determining the location of Star Fleet bases and space stations is also within the realm of
the Star Fleet Base Requirements and Specifications Section. The process by which
bases and stations are located will be described in extensive detail in Section 4.4 of this
volume.
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CONSTRUCTING BASE ASSETS
Star Base Command does not expressly construct Star Fleet bases and space stations.
This is the exclusive function of the Star Base Systems Command and the Star Fleet
Construction Command. However, Star Base Command will be involved in the design
and construction of its shore assets. The design aspect is within the cognizance of the
Star Fleet Base Construction Design Section. The primary function of this section is
to create the building and structural or infrastructure layout plans and specifications for its
planetary-based Starbases and Star Fleet ground stations, as well as the environmental
specifications for its space stations.
Another aspect to the construction of base assets is the allocation of the funds needed to
build them. The allocation of the funding to build shore assets will be performed by the
Star Fleet Office of Engineering Financial Accounting (ENGFIN) an office within the
Star Fleet Engineering Command. However, the Star Fleet Base Requirements
and Specifications Section will work alongside with ENGFIN in making the case to the
Star Fleet Bureau of Finance and Accounting (BUFINACT) in obtaining the funding
for the construction of base assets. Once the funding is available, the Star Base Systems
Command will start the design process along with input from the Star Fleet Base
Construction Design Section. Once all the plans, drawings and construction procedures
have been established, the design documentation will be handed over to the Star Fleet
Construction Command for the actual building of the base or space station.
It usually takes several years to construct a base or space station. However, once
completed to a specific stage the Star Fleet Base Construction Design Section will
work with the Star Fleet Office of Base Inspection and Acceptance, an office within
the Star Base Systems Command, regarding the requirements for acceptance of newly
constructed bases and stations, and will be on hand during the inspection and testing of
the facility. When all examinations are complete and the base or space station is found
acceptable, the Star Fleet Base Construction Design Section will update the Star
Fleet Station Register regarding the addition of the new bases or space station.
ALLOCATING EXISTING BASE ASSETS
Another method of obtaining bases and stations for Star Fleet is to take possession of an
existing base. In the first days of the Star Fleet, as specified in ARTICLE 73 of the Star
Fleet Charter, the five member systems provided facilities to Star Fleet for the initial
command and control of the Operating Forces. These bases later became the five Star
Fleet District Headquarters that are known today. However, today, this particular
method is never utilized.
In times of war or conflict, member systems may be required, under ARTICLE 43 of the
Articles of Federation, to transfer control of their bases and space stations to Star
Fleet for the defense of the Federation, and the support of the combined fleet. In such
situations the local base or station will be brought under Star Fleet control and therefore,
would be subject to Star Fleet directives and regulations. In addition, enemy bases and
space stations that were captured during war or conflict may be converted into Star Fleet
bases. However, captured facilities will usually be foreign to the Federation with alien
controls and technology. As such, it will take a considerable amount of time to decipher
the technology in order to convert the facility for Star Fleet use. As such, this last method
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ASSIGNING SUPPORT MISSIONS TO BASE ASSETS
As stated in Section 4.1 of Part 1 of Volume IV of the Star Fleet Command Manual, it is
the Star Fleet Ship Assignment Section that prepares and issues the various missions
and assignments to the Operating Forces. As such, the orders issued to the Operating
Forces will usually be issued through the Shore Establishment. Hence, the specific base
or space station through which such missions to the fleet will be assigned will receive its
own mission directive. This directive will be in the form of requirements to support the
mission the fleet was assigned. It will then be up to the base or station to allocate and
supply the mission needs for the fleet. Such directives will come from the Star Fleet Base
Operations Planning Section of the Office of Star Fleet Base Operations.
REPAIRING, REFITTING AND UPGRADING BASE ASSETS
Star Fleet base and stations require constant maintenance in order to keep the facility in
a maximum state of material readiness for all types of service. Specifically, the large Star
Fleet space stations require constant inspection, upkeep and refitting due in large part to
the stresses placed on the facility’s structure by the station's shield system. Depending on
its location, space stations can sometimes experience massive meteorite showers and
impingement of high-velocity particles. As a result, these bases and stations require
frequent inspections of the hull and structures for damage. In addition, Star Fleet bases
and stations need constant updating as well. Star Fleet bases and space stations are
periodically refitted or upgraded in order that they are kept up to date with the latest
technology or enhanced equipment. The scope of such upgrades may range in size and
effort from installing a new or upgraded computer system to the modification of a single
control panel module.
Star Base Command relies heavily on the Star Fleet Office of Base Maintenance
and Construction for the repair, refitting and upgrade of its bases and stations. This is
because the Star Fleet Office of Base Maintenance and Construction is responsible
for managing the refurbishment of all Star Fleet space stations. As such, this office will
primarily be responsible for the upkeep of deep space stations and the large self-contained
Starbases such as Star Base Central and Starbase One. For refitting or performing
ground work on the large planet-based Starbases, the Star Fleet Corps of Engineers
(ENGCOR) will be managing the majority of the projects. In both cases, the Star Base
Systems Command will supply the resources and equipment needed to keep the Shore
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DECOMMISSIONING BASE ASSETS
In general, Star Fleet bases and space stations typically have a considerably long life-
span. Seldom do bases and space station become obsolete and must be discarded. In the
entire history of the Star Fleet there has been only one station that was decommissioned:
Star Fleet Station 33, which was sold to a private corporation under the provisions of
the Organian Peace Treaty with the Klingon Empire and renamed Deep Space Station K-7.
The organization that determines whether a base and station will be decommissioned or
torn down is the Office of Star Fleet Base Operations (SBCOPS). Basically speaking,
the process of decommissioning a ground base or space station is to first leave the facility.
The Star Fleet Base Operations Planning Section has already determined where the
staff and crew of the facility will be going. If the facility is a ground command center, such
as a Starbase, the equipment on the property will be removed and placed in reserve or
shipped to another facility. However, the structures will remain intact and the property will
be handed over to the local government. If the facility is a space station, the shell of the
facility will remain intact, but the equipment, except for the power plant, will be removed.
The shell will then be auctioned-off to a private company, sold or donated to the local
system. In all cases, the base or station will be removed from the Star Fleet Station
Register.
DETERMINING BASE AND STATION COMPLEMENTS
Each facility within the Shore Establishment has a specific allowance, or complement, of
personnel allocated to it based upon the number of Duty Stations and Work Areas the
facility may have. As such, the complement is essentially constant for any specific category
of base or station. However, for new types of facilities the complements must be
determined based upon the facility's function and size. This analysis is the primary
responsibility of the Star Fleet Base Personnel Requirements Section of the Office
of Star Fleet Base Personnel. Each duty or work station at a base or station type will be
evaluated in order to determine the allotment of the technical and functional specialties
necessary to properly operate the facility.
ALLOCATING STAR BASE COMMAND PERSONNEL
Once the staff complement for any particular class of facility has been established the Star
Fleet Base Personnel Requirements Section will work with the Bureau of Star Fleet
Personnel regarding the establishment and allocation of job billets at the facility and to
provide the Bureau of Star Fleet Personnel with the requirements to fill these billets.
The Star Fleet Base Personnel Requirements Section will then inform the Star Fleet
Office of Base Operations Planning regarding the updated force size and to provide an
estimate of any future force requirement. It should be noted that the Star Fleet Base
Personnel Requirements Section only provides the number of persons needed to
operate a facility and does not assign individuals to these job billets. This particular
responsibility rests with the Star Fleet Base Personnel Assignment Section, which will
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TRAINING AND CERTIFYING SBC PERSONNEL
Star Fleet base and station billets, or job slots, have specific requirements regarding the
qualification and training of the personnel who will fill those positions. These requirements
are generated by the Star Fleet Base Personnel Certification Section of the Office
of Star Fleet Base Personnel. It is the function of this section to establish the criteria
for the qualification of personnel to perform the duties at Star Fleet bases and stations,
and to establish the minimum requirements in terms of education and job skills, as well as
the physical and psychological fitness of SBC personnel that will be assigned to Star Fleet
bases and stations. Such requirements are usually established by reviewing the functions
performed at every duty or work station at any Star Fleet base or station, and as such,
develop the criteria for personnel qualification as it relates to the duties performed at these
work stations. The result is the development of training programs designed such that Star
Base Command personnel can meet the qualifications for duty at Star Fleet bases and
stations. This includes the requirement for continuous training and certification of SBC
personnel to perform their duties at their facility.
TRAINING AND CERTIFYING BASE COMMANDERS
In addition to training regular SBC personnel, Star Base Command is also responsible
for training, qualifying, certifying and selecting SBC line officers to command shore units.
To execute this function the Star Fleet Base Commanders Section was created to
establish special training programs for the qualification of Star Base Command officers
for Base Commander duty, and to develop other training programs designed to keep
current base and station commanders up to date on the latest command procedures,
methods and practices. As such, the Star Fleet Base Commanders Section will work
closely with the Star Fleet Training Command in establishing these training programs
and in locating such training facilities.
ASSIGNING SBC PERSONNEL TO BASES AND STATIONS
Personnel allocated to shore assets will be assigned to these units by the Star Fleet Base
Personnel Assignment Section. As such, this section will assign personnel to shore
units and job billets based upon need, and will base such assignments on the qualifications
of the job and the personnel that will fill them. That is, the basic job of this section is to
ensure that personnel assigned to Star Fleet bases and stations meet the requirements
for duty at such facilities and if necessary, provide remedial training of personnel that may
be deficient. This is performed by conducting evaluations pertaining to the fitness of the
individuals that will be assigned to Star Fleet bases and stations as well as the personnel
already assigned to such facilities. This section will establish the standards for performance
and advancement within Star Base Command in accordance with the standards
developed by the Bureau of Star Fleet Personnel (BUPERS).
As part of their function the Star Fleet Base Personnel Assignment Section will also
establish the length of time for duty at bases and stations and to develop the schedules for
rotation of personnel between bases, stations and outposts. As such, this section will work
with BUPERS regarding the rotation of personnel between facilities and will develop the
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BASE DUTY ROTATION
Base Duty Rotation is the planned and scheduled reassignment of shore personnel from
one duty station to another. In general, personnel assigned to Star Fleet bases will be
stationed at the base for about two years. However, to provide personnel from other
station types, such as Outposts, the opportunity to work at the larger bases, Star Base
Command has established a Base Duty Rotation schedule. Table 2a70.1 in Volume II
illustrates the schedule for duty rotation for Star Fleet bases and stations. Base Duty
Rotation is not mandatory except where there will be a need to fulfill a specific billet on a
particular station. As such, base and station personnel will be given the opportunity to
accept a post on another base or station. However, should an individual refuse to accept
the position, no disciplinary action will generally be taken, but it will reflect negatively on
that person’s commitment to the Service and may cause his or her name to be moved to
the bottom of the promotion list.
ASSIGNING COMMANDERS TO BASES AND STATIONS
Another important function of the Office of Star Fleet Base Personnel is the selection
and assignment of Star Base Command officers to command Star Fleet bases and
stations. This task will be handled by the Star Fleet Base Commanders Section along
with the Star Fleet Base Personnel Assignment Section. The basic function of the
Base Commanders Section is to establish the criteria for qualification of SBC officers to
become Star Fleet base or station commanders, as well as the criteria for selection of
SBC officers for duty as base and station commanders. As such, this section will select or
recommend SBC officers to Base Commander duty and will maintain the list of officers
eligible to command Star Fleet bases and stations. However, this section will only make
the recommended selection. The actual choice will be with the Star Fleet Base
Personnel Assignment Section, with approval from the Deputy Chief: Star Base
Command and final approval from the Chief of Star Fleet Operations and the Chief
of Star Fleet Personnel. The Director: Star Fleet Command will not normally furnish
an approval for the selection of a Base Commander except in the case of commanders
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ESTABLISHING FACILITY ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
One of the most important functions of Star Base Command is to develop the essential
organizational structure, or "Chain of Command" for all shore facilities in accordance with
Star Fleet Regulation 4140. The development of this structure will be the function of
the Star Fleet Base Organization and Processes Section within the Office of Star
Fleet Base Operations. An example of the basic organizational structure of a Star Fleet
base and station can be seen in Figure 6a41.1. All Star Fleet facilities will use this same
basic organizational structure in one form or another.
ESTABLISHING FACILITY DUTY STATIONS
Basically, Duty or Work Stations are the specific functional areas or locations at a Star
Fleet base or station that are required to operate the base or station, or that support the
base or station’s mission. Duty Stations fulfill the requirement set forth in Star Fleet
Regulation 4150 regarding such operating stations. This regulation states: “As such, the
Commanding Officer shall establish such watches and duty stations as necessary for the
safety and proper operation of the command.” Therefore, such stations will be manned by
trained and qualified personnel, and will establish the workstation for that specific function.
The task of establishing the duty stations aboard base and station falls to the Star Fleet
Base Organization and Processes Section.
The process by which Duty Stations are created is based upon the functions which are
required for the safe and proper operation of the facility, or the functions or services the
base or station provide to support the fleet and their missions. These functions translate
into physical locations, equipment or instruments designed to carry out their purpose, the
design of which will be a joint responsibility between the Star Base Systems Command
and the Star Fleet Base Organization and Processes Section, where STARBASES
will be concerned with the physical design and functionality while the Base Organization
and Processes Section will be concerned with the requirements and administrative
controls related to the operation of the design such as procedures, personnel qualification,
etc. As such, Duty Stations become the specific job areas at any Star Fleet base or
station required to operate the base and station effectively and to fulfill its mission to
support the fleet.
However, there are Duty Stations that will not be under the responsibility of the Star
Fleet Base Organization and Processes Section. These are the specialized stations
that must be handled by other technical specialties, such as the base or station power
plant. As such, engineering duty stations and areas will be developed with extensive input
from the Star Fleet Office of Base Systems Engineering within the Star Base
Systems Command, medical facilities will be developed with input from the Star Fleet
Division of Medicine, science facilities and laboratories will be developed with input from
the Star Fleet Division of Science, legal and judicial facilities will be developed with
input from the Star Fleet Division of Justice, law enforcement facilities will be
developed with input from the Star Fleet Division of Security, and troop facilities and
areas will be developed with input from the Star Fleet Marine Corps. The Star Fleet
Base Organization and Processes Section will work with these organizations in the
development these specific duty stations, and will incorporate these special processes and
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ESTABLISHING THE STANDARD WATCH ORGANIZATION
The majority of the workstations at bases and stations are primarily those that deal with
fleet support, such as: fleet command and communications, material support, warehouses,
storage locations, repair facilities, machine and fabrication shops, training facilities, ship
crew living quarters, galleys and meal areas, crew recreation areas, as well as those
pertaining to base operation such as base administration offices, base services, base
utilities and engineering facilities, base security, courts and legal offices, base housing,
parks and recreation areas. As such, most of these work areas function under normal
working hours (e.g. 0800 - 1800). However, there are other jobs and duty stations that are
manned twenty-four hours a day. Most of these are related to the security of the base.
These are: law enforcement, damage control, fire suppression, base defense, base power
and utility control, and medical facilities. These duty stations function on a rotational
schedule and are basically the same for every base or station. The development of the
standard duty rotation schedule is the function of the Star Fleet Base Organization and
Processes Section.
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Organization and Processes Section is
to develop the essential watch standing requirements and duty schedules for the Duty
Stations created. As such, this section will be responsible for establishing the basic watch
organization and watch standing functions at all Star Fleet bases and space stations. As
part of its job this section will establish the minimum and maximum duration of duty at the
developed watch stations and the basic watch rotation schedule for each duty station
created. In addition, this section will also establish the regulations regarding the conduct
and performance of personnel at these watch stations, except those Duty Stations under
the cognizance of the Star Fleet Medical, Judicial and Engineering divisions.
In addition, this section will develop standard base and space station watch standing
practices and will work with the other administrative, technical and operating divisions
within Star Fleet in developing appropriate and relevant normal operating and emergency
procedures. However, it will up to these other technical or functional divisions to keep their
procedures up to date. The Star Fleet Base Organization and Processes Section is
authorized to audit and review these other procedures to ensure compliance with the other
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ESTABLISHING BASE PROCESSES AND PROCEDURES
One of the functions of Star Base Command is to develop the processes and procedures
necessary to operate a Star Fleet base and station safely and efficiently. This particular
function has been delegated to the Star Fleet Base Organization and Processes
Section of the Office of Star Fleet Base Operations. As such, the Star Fleet Base
Organization and Processes Section is tasked with developing the base administrative
and personnel procedures, as well as generating the guidelines regarding the development
and maintenance of normal, abnormal and emergency operational procedures at all Star
Fleet bases and stations. However, the technical, systems operating and maintenance
procedures for all bases and space stations will be developed by the Star Base Systems
Command; all legal and judicial procedures will be developed by the Star Fleet Judge
Advocate General's office; base defensive systems and equipment will be developed by
the Star Fleet Weapons Command, base medical standards and procedures will be
developed by the Star Fleet Division of Medicine; all remaining procedures will be
developed by Star Base Command.
In addition, the Star Fleet Base Organization and Processes Section will also be
responsible for developing the normal administrative and operating routines performed at
all Star Fleet bases and stations. That is, the functions and operations that are performed
on every Star Fleet base and station on a daily or routine basis. The daily routines will be
carried out using the administrative tools developed by the Base Organization and
Processes Section, specifically, these tools are the base and station's Duty Roster and
the base and station's Plan of the Day or POD. As such, this section will develop the
guidelines and regulations regarding the management of these administrative tools.
Lastly, the Star Fleet Base Organization and Processes Section will be responsible
for developing and maintaining the specific Station Operations and Regulations
Manual or SORM for the base or station. This is the manual that contains the essential
command and control operations for any Star Fleet base or station. As such, all Star
Fleet facilities will have a specific version of the SORM, customized to the specific
organization and operation of the facility. What the Base Organization and Processes
Section maintains is the basic Standard Station Organization and Regulations
Manual Format document that all bases and space stations will derive their specific
manual from. A copy of the standard manual may be found in Appendix A of this volume.
AUDITING BASE PROCESSES AND PROCEDURES
To make certain that Star Fleet bases and space stations have developed and are
properly executing their procedures, the Star Fleet Base Organization and Processes
Section will audit commands in the use and maintenance of their operating procedures.
This section will work with the Star Fleet Office of Examinations and Audits in
carrying out the internal review of Star Fleet base and space station processes, practices,
policies and procedures and will report the findings of such audits, along with any data,
recommendations or suggestions, to the Star Fleet Inspector General and to the
Deputy Chief: Star Base Command. The Deputy Chief: Star Base Command will
then determine a course of action, which may involve the implementation of the
recommendations to enhance such processes, policies or procedures, or such other action
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DEVELOPING THE ROUTINE OPERATIONS AT BASES
Routine base and station operations refer to the internal functions and activities that are
performed on a regular or ongoing basis. These are the day-to-day operations and
administrative functions that are performed or that are scheduled to be performed. Such
operations include the daily communication reports to Star Fleet Command, the daily
reports to the Base Commander and the Command Duty Officer, scheduled tests,
scheduled and unscheduled emergency drills, scheduled maintenance and other operations
that are performed on a frequent or infrequent basis. Such routine functions are usually
schedule events and therefore, will be published in the base or station's Plan of the Day.
Routine events also include the functions that are planned at specific times during the
work day. For example, all Watch Periods or the specific time intervals when a duty
station is manned by a specific individual, and the schedule of reports and calls.
The organization responsible for developing and maintaining the standard routines that are
performed at any Star Fleet base or station is also the Star Fleet Base Organization
and Processes Section. Basically, this section will analyze the functions that are
performed on a daily or frequent basis will create the basic routine of the base and station.
This will involve the Star Fleet Office of Engineering Processes to perform the time-
motion studies in order to develop the ideal schedule for the performance of the standard
routines performed each hour of each day. However, this section will not develop any of
the standard or daily routines that are performed by those specialized branches of the
Service such as: legal and judicial operations, engineering, repair and construction work,
medical functions, diplomatic functions, etc. This section is only concerned with the daily
routines associated with the command and administration of the base or station, and how
it related to the support and command of the Operating Forces.
Routine operations also includes the maintenance functions that are performed on a daily
or weekly basis, or that are executed on a specific schedule such as landscaping, building
maintenance, utility and services upkeep, and emergency systems testing. as described in
Part 2, Volume IV of the Star Fleet Command Manual. The majority of the maintenance
will be the routine preventive maintenance that is performed. Preventive Maintenance
is the scheduled and planned maintenance actions aimed at the prevention of machinery
breakdown and failure. Preventive Maintenance procedures are developed by the Star
Fleet Office of Maintenance and Construction along with the Star Fleet Office of
Base Manuals and Procedures within the Star Base Systems Command. The Star
Fleet Base Organization and Processes Section will simply incorporate the system
and equipment maintenance procedures into the base and station's operating procedures
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ALLOCATING STAR FLEET BASE MATERIEL
The primary function of the Star Fleet Base Supply Allocation Section is to allocate
the equipment and supplies that the Star Fleet Base Supply Requirements Section
has determined is required in order to maintain the Shore Establishment in optimum
operational readiness. The Base Supply Allocation Section will work with the Star
Fleet Office of Purchasing in allocating the required supplies and equipment. In
addition, this section will produce the procedures and manuals that pertain to the
purchasing and management of fleet materiel and supplies, and will train fleet Supply
Officers in the methods and procedures required to allocate, purchase and store materials
and equipment for their respective commands.
As part of the supply allocation process, the merchandise that will be supplied to onboard
Base's Stores will also be performed by the Office of Star Fleet Base Materiel. In
particular, the Star Fleet Base Stores Section was created to manage the retail stores
that are incorporated into the design of many of the base and stations in the Star Fleet.
As such, this section will perform market analysis to determine the merchandise wants and
needs of Star Fleet base and station personnel in order to develop the initial stocking
requirements for the retail stores built aboard Star Fleet base and stations. Once
established, the Star Fleet Base Stores Section will allocate the merchandise through
the Star Fleet Base Supply Allocation Section.
STORING STAR FLEET BASE MATERIEL AND EQUIPMENT
The allocated materiel and equipment that is destined for base or space station use will be
shipped to and stored on the premises of the local base or space station. The large Star
Fleet bases and headquarters have large warehouse facilities for the storage of material
and equipment for both local base use as well as fleet replenishment. Space stations, on
the other hand, will have a section of the station dedicated to the storage of the station's
material and equipment, including large refrigerated and freezing facilities to handle the
more perishable items.
Warehouses and storage facilities designated for fleet use will be managed by the Star
Fleet Office of Material Management of the Star Fleet Supply Command. The chief
function of the Star Fleet Office of Material Management (SUPMGMT) is to manage
the allocation, accounting and storage of all supplies destined for the fleet. As such, this
office will be in charge of managing all Star Fleet warehouses, supply depots and storage
facilities. As part of its management function, this office will oversee the stock of goods
and supplies procured, and will work with the Star Fleet Office of Accounts in
establishing the actual costs of the goods procured. Lastly, this office will establish the
handling and storage requirements of the goods and materials that were procured. In
addition, SUPMGMT will also work with the local Base Supply Officers in the allocation
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FORMULATING BASE AND STATION DESIGN CRITERIA
As part of its mission to provide and maintain shore units for Star Fleet, Star Base
Command will also be directly involved in the design of these shore assets. Star Base
Command carries out this function by providing the requirements regarding the mission
and function of shore units to the Star Base Systems Command (STARBASES).
BASE HABITABILITY
The designers and engineers of Star Fleet bases and stations will generally attempt to
simulate the normal environmental conditions of the crew that serve the facility. Conditions
such as atmospheric composition, pressure and temperature, gravity, as well as luminous
intensity and spectrum, are all entered into consideration when designing a facility. These
factors are of primary concern to the Star Fleet Base Habitability Section. As such,
this section will establish the basic design criteria and habitation standards pertaining to
the base and space station’s living areas and will submit these design requirements and
standards to the Star Base Systems Command for implementation into the overall
design of the facility. In addition, this section will also evaluate and determine the
psychological factors related to living in deep space in confined spaces in conjunction with
the Star Fleet Office of General Psychology, and with them develop the criteria for
crew living spaces at all Star Fleet shore facilities.
BASE AND STATION RECREATION
Star Fleet Regulation 8430 specifies the requirement that recreational facilities shall be
provided to all Star Fleet personnel. As such, the Star Fleet Base Recreation Section
of the Office of Star Fleet Base Services will establish the requirements for recreational
facilities for all Star Fleet bases and stations, and will submit these requirements to the
Star Base Systems Command for incorporation into the overall design of the facility. In
addition, the Star Fleet Base Recreation Section will also help design the various parks
and recreational facilities that may be incorporated into the design of any base or station.
Also, the Star Fleet Base Recreation Section will also develop the guidelines and
regulations regarding the management and utilization of recreational facilities at all Star
Fleet bases and stations; and to publish and disseminate these guidelines and regulations
to all Star Fleet bases and space stations.
Although not directly related to recreation, all Star Fleet bases and stations have a stores
where ship and base personnel can purchase personal items, food, groceries, civilian
clothes, gifts or items used to decorate their quarters. Although some of the items can be
easily obtained through the base's and station’s fabricators, it has been shown by Star
Fleet psychologists that the act of selecting and purchasing items provides humanoids
with a sense of freedom and independence, which has a significant impact on an
individual’s morale. In addition, this act of purchasing gives crewmembers a sense of
“being at home” or doing the things that they might be doing if they were at home. As
such, Base Stores will be incorporated into the design of all bases and space stations.
The organization responsible for outfitting Base Stores is the Star Fleet Base Stores
Section of the Office of Star Fleet Base Services. This section will establish the basic
design layouts of the retail stores, salons, restaurants and other facilities that will be
incorporated into the design of all base and space station classes within the Shore
Establishment and to submit these requirements to the Star Base Systems Command
for implementation.

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Figure 6a41.1
GENERAL STAR FLEET BASE ORGANIZATION
Star Fleet Base CO Base

Command Staff COMO Commander
FOR Commander: Fleet BASSX Flag

COMO Marine Brigade LEUT Secretary
FLTREP JUD
Space Sector Space Sector
CMDR Representative CAPT Judge Advocate
AW ENG
Commander: Commander:
COMO Attack Wing COMO Fleet Repair Facility
MAT EDU
CAPT Fleet Supply Center CAPT Fleet Training Center
XO Base
CAPT Executive Officer
OPS FAC MED DEF

Base Operations Base Facilities and Base Medical Base Defense
CMDR Officer CMDR Services Officer CMDR Officer CMDR Officer
SEC INT
Base Security Fleet Intelligence
CMDR Officer LCDR Officer

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4.2 STAR FLEET BASE FUNCTIONS

In general, Star Fleet bases and stations represent the Federation government in open
space as well as being operational support centers for Star Fleet. In order to perform the
functions to which it has responsibility Star Fleet maintains five Regional Star Fleet
Headquarters, 28 major Starbases[1], 41 Stations, 68 Outposts, 12 Garrisons, and
59 fleet support facilities of various types distributed throughout Federation space. As
such, this constitutes the bulk of the Shore Establishment of the Star Fleet. In general,
such Star Fleet bases are typically quite large as they must support a large number of
ground troops, support fleet operations, provide local protection, support Star Fleet ships
and craft, and provide rest and recreational facilities to the Operating Forces. The
purpose of this section is to define the roles and functions that bases and stations provide
to Star Fleet and the Federation in general.
FLEET COMMAND CENTERS
The primary function of Star Fleet bases and space stations is to serve as local command
centers for the fleet, which are the extended arms of Star Fleet Operations. All bases
and stations receive their orders and missions from the central command authority, which
then relays them to the Operating Forces. As such, the Operating Forces will primarily
receive their orders from Star Fleet bases and stations and must regard such orders as
coming directly from Star Fleet Command.
In general, the commander of such bases or stations will function as the representative of
the Federation and of Star Fleet in that region of space his base is located and as such,
will be the Area Commander of that region of space; he speaks for it and is personally
accountable for all activities occurring in and around that region of space. Therefore, he
has Jurisdictional Authority* in that region of space and is given full power to enforce
Federation law and Star Fleet Regulations.
OPPERATING FORCES SUPPORT
In addition to being regional command centers, the secondary function of Star Fleet
bases and stations is to support the fleet. Star Fleet bases and stations provide the
primary support for all the Operating Forces. In terms of fleet operations, bases supply
the fleet with provisions and equipment, fuel and craft; are the source for troops and crew
personnel; act as repair and refurbishment facilities, and centers for rest and recreation.
Star Fleet bases and stations will generally be placed at strategic locations throughout
the Federation in order to efficiently support the fleet. Based upon the location of the
bases and stations within his octant of operation, a Fleet Commander will customarily
position his forces such that any unit of his fleet will have access to a nearby Star Fleet
base or station. As such, each ship within the fleet will be assigned to a specific Starbase
or Space Station from which it will normally operate from. This base or facility is called
the ship’s “Home Port” and it will be from this base that the ship will normally receive its
orders, supplies and equipment[2]. In addition, these Home Ports will have sufficient
lodgings to house the entire crews, and their families, of the ships assigned to them.
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REGIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT
Since Star Fleet bases represent the Federation government they also stand for
Federation law as well. As such, Star Fleet bases and stations also act as regional law
enforcement centers. Base operations relating to law enforcement are generally performed
by facility security and Military Police personnel using Star Fleet shuttlecraft designed
for that purpose. The security force periodically patrols the areas throughout the bases’
Jurisdictional Area. The base security force is made up of personnel from the various
offices within the Star Fleet Division of Security and the Star Fleet Division of
Justice, including those from the Star Fleet Bureau of Investigation, the Star Fleet
Investigative Service and the Star Fleet Bureau of Corrections.
In addition, regional law enforcement may also be accomplished through the use of
“Home Port” Starships as well. Bases may contact nearby Starships to perform the
duty of local constabulary by investigating crimes and apprehending criminals. The use of
such Starships in this role will primarily be to pursue fleeing criminals or to stop and
board vessels suspected of smuggling. Therefore, should any form of warrant be issued by
a Federation court, it will be directed to the appropriate Star Fleet base or space station
for execution. It is then the responsibility of Star Fleet base or space station to execute
all Federation warrants.
In order to hold suspects and prisoners, Star Fleet bases and stations contain detention
facilities, which may range from small Brigs to large prisons or penitentiaries, depending
on the size and function of the base or station. Some Starbases, particularly the District
Headquarters, have extensive prison facilities – primarily for military prisoners. That is,
when Star Fleet must adjudicate a case, the sentence will most likely be carried out at
the nearest Local System prison facility or penal colony. However, most of the larger
Starbases are equipped with extensive Brig and detention facilities that accommodate
both military and civilian prisoners. In addition, Star Fleet will also manage Federation
penal colonies as well. However, these facilities will be managed solely by the Star Fleet
Bureau of Corrections and therefore, are not considered bases per se.
Star Fleet space stations, on the other hand, will only have minor Brig facilities designed
primarily for military detainees, but which may be used for civilian prisoners if necessary.
For civilian detainees the Brig on a station will only be a temporary detention facility until
the prisoner can be relocated to a larger or more permanent facility.
Star Fleet bases, and some larger space stations, are also equipped with extensive crime
laboratories and other facilities for the collection and analysis of evidentiary material. Base
security personnel that are performing the role of criminal investigators include experts in
the fields of crime scene investigation, pathology, toxicology and other activities involved
in the investigation and analysis of evidence. The laboratories are primarily operated by
the Star Fleet Bureau of Investigation, except for the smaller laboratories that may be
installed on Star Fleet space stations. These labs are solely managed by station security
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REGIONAL COURTS
As part of its law enforcement role, Star Fleet also functions as the judicial arm of the
Federation in deep space. Federation courts do not extend to the outer boundaries of
Federation space and therefore, Star Fleet is empowered with judicial authority in the
outlying territories and as such, is given the authority to establish courts in these regions
as provided under ARTICLE 28 of the Star Fleet Charter. As such, Star Fleet courts will
be situated on all Starbases[3] and on some stations, and will be managed and operated
by the Star Fleet Bureau of Courts.
Courts on Star Fleet bases and space stations are designed to handle both military
courts-martial, to adjudicate cases involving Star Fleet personnel and in some cases
Local Force personnel that operate in open space that are adjoined to units of the Star
Fleet, as well as criminal cases involving civilians that violate the laws and regulations of
the Federation to which Star Fleet has purview. Such cases may entail the violation of
safe navigation regulations and practices, incorrect or missing vessel licensing, registration
or cargo manifest documentation, missing or incorrect operator’s licenses, smuggling, theft
and others. However, such courts are not normally designed to handle capital cases such
as murder, treason or other high crimes, or civil cases such as law suits and therefore, will
usually be deferred to a civilian Federation court. In such cases the defendant will be
transported to a Federation facility for trial and execution of sentence.
Although Star Fleet courts do not adjudicate high crimes, they can impose confinement
and bail should the suspect be caught in open space by Star Fleet and brought before a
Star Fleet Magistrate. The court, in this instance, would direct to have the nearest Star
Fleet ship transport the prisoner to the proper Federation detention facility and to a
district court.
REGIONAL LEGAL SERVICES
Star Fleet bases and stations are also sources for legal services as well. Star Fleet
lawyers from the Judge Advocate General's office are available, as needed, to provide
legal support to members of the Star Fleet Service. Such services may include drafting
of wills, real estate documents, legal defense and general legal advice. However, these
services are only for service members and not for the civilian population. Civilians at Star
Fleet bases must employ civilian lawyers for legal services. As such, Star Fleet bases,
and on some stations, will have local civilian law practices on hand for that purpose.
With regard to trials that occur on Star Fleet bases, Star Fleet will provide, or to make
available, defense attorneys from the Star Fleet Office of Judge Advocates to supply
legal counsel to military defendants. It is not required that military defendants use Star
Fleet lawyers since defendants always have the right to select and hire a civilian lawyer of
their choice from anywhere within the Federation – so long as it will not excessively
delay or hamper the judicial process. However, the prosecution of cases within Star Fleet
courts will always be handled by Star Fleet prosecuting attorneys from the Judge
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REGIONAL CONSULATES
ARTICLE 7 of the Star Fleet Charter gives Star Fleet consular authority in open space
when no Federation diplomat or consulate is available. As such, Star Fleet bases and
space stations will serve as regional Federation consulates and will provide consular
services if necessary. However, some of the larger District and Sector Starbases may
possess a Federation consulate with an ambassador present on site. Furthermore, Star
Fleet bases and stations will always maintain a Sector Representative, a District Staff
Representative, a Fleet Representative or a Space Sector Representative from
the Star Fleet Bureau of Consular Affairs. The particular representative stationed at
the base will depend upon the size and mission of the base or station, and will exclude the
smaller stations such as outposts.
A Sector Representative is the chief liaison to member and non-member worlds of the
Federation and will represent Star Fleet in all matters pertaining to its consular role in
that octant. The Sector Representative (SECREP) is also the senior officer in charge of
all Fleet Representatives that may be assigned to commands within the octant. Sector
Representatives are assigned to these regions by the Star Fleet Bureau of Consular
Affairs and will be a Captain in the Diplomatic Corps. The Sector Representative
reports directly to the Sector Commandant regarding all the consular activities within
the octant, as well as to keep the Sector Commandant informed of any changes in the
treaties and agreements between the Federation and the local governments contained
within that area of space.
The Sector Federation Consul (FEDADM) is the primary civilian ambassador to the
various Federation and foreign governments within or adjacent to the sector and will act
as council to the Sector Commandant on the matters pertaining thereto. FEDADM is a
person with extensive knowledge of the laws, treaties and agreements connected with all
of the Federation worlds that are within the sector and of the many worlds outside the
Federation as well. The FEDADM will work with Federation and foreign ambassadors
and diplomatic personnel during peace negotiations within and outside of Federation
space.
The Sector Federation Consul reports directly to the Star Fleet Consul General and
as such, will have direct access to the Director: Star Fleet Command. The FEDADM
will also perform the duty of counselor to the Sector Commandant, but does not come
under the direct authority of the COMSEC. In addition, the FEDADM has the authority to
attend any meeting, negotiation or other conference with foreign officials that may involve
Federation ambassadors, diplomats, consuls, Star Fleet Representatives or Star
Fleet Commanders.
ARTICLE 29 of the Charter provides Star Fleet with the authority to settle disputes
between social systems within the boundaries of the Federation. This authority is given
to Star Fleet only when no Federation diplomat is available to settle the dispute. As
such, Star Fleet bases and space stations are typically used as neutral sites to settle
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REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTERS
As part of its humanitarian role, Star Fleet bases and stations also function as the central
region for medical aid for the district or area of space the base or station serves, and
provides medical assistance to both Star Fleet personnel as well as civilian personnel in
keeping with the stipulations of Star Fleet Regulation 6620 and Star Fleet General
Order Thirteen.
All major Star Fleet bases contain relatively large medical centers that can handle all sorts
of medical emergencies and medical issues. Such centers will contain hospitals, research
areas and doctor's offices, and will house both Star Fleet and civilian medical personnel.
The hospitals on Star Fleet bases are large enough to house thousands of patients since
their Jurisdictional Area may cover several planets. As such, should a disaster occur on
any planet, Star Fleet could provide the needed medical assistance for such emergencies.
Star Fleet space stations, on the other hand, do not contain extensive medical facilities as
do bases, but do have large enough Sickbays to handle a moderate number of medical
issues within its Jurisdictional Area. For extensive medical emergencies, Star Fleet
stations would act as triage centers, taking care of immediate injuries and preparing
patients for transport to larger medical facilities.
Star Fleet bases are also a source for Fleet Medical Officers as well. A Fleet Medical
Officer is one who serves aboard a ship, usually for the duration of a standard five-year
mission. They comprise the medical staff for the Operating Forces within the area of
operation of the vessel. However, because of the strenuous duty aboard ship, medical
officers are often rotated between shore and ship duty and as such, bases will provide the
source for such medical personnel.
Star Fleet bases and stations are also sources of medical supplies to ships. Most of the
medical supplies go to Star Fleet ships, but some may go to civilian vessels as well. Star
Fleet Regulations 6630 and 8790 allow for the issuance of medical supplies to vessels
in distress, or to planets and systems in need of humanitarian assistance. However, in
general, Star Fleet is not responsible for the logistical support of private or commercial
colonies or enterprises. As such, the replenishment of medical supplies to civilian vessels
and enterprises is the sole responsibility of the organization that established the colony,
outpost or vessel.
Lastly, Star Fleet bases and space stations will perform medical examinations on nearby
colonies and expeditions in accordance with Star Fleet Regulation 6621, which states:
"The senior officer present shall require the officers of the Medical Corps, Medical Services
Corps and Dental Corps under his authority to perform regular medical inspections,
examinations and other professional services to persons situated on Federation colonies
and expeditions. All personnel on alien planets are required to have their health certified
by a Star Fleet Medical Officer at one Federation year intervals." That is, under this
regulation Star Fleet medical personnel are required to provide yearly medical
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RECREATIONAL CENTERS
Star Fleet bases and stations also act as rest and recuperation centers for the fleet.
Almost every base and station, with the exception of outposts, communications and TAC
stations, will have some measure of recreational services within their facility that can be
utilized by visiting Star Fleet personnel. Services may include stores, parks, gymnasiums,
libraries and hobby areas to keep relaxing crewmembers busy.
The larger Starbases usually have ample housing facilities and quarters for visiting crews,
including large dining halls and entertainment centers. In addition, many of these large
Starbases are located on worlds with a large civilian population as well. As such, visiting
crews and off-duty station personnel can go outside the base compound for recreational
activities. Star Fleet stations also contain some recreational facilities, though not at the
scale of the larger Starbases[5]. Space stations often contain small mercantile shops and
retail outlets for visiting personnel to visit and purchase personal items. Some of the larger
self-contained bases and space stations may have large shopping malls full of stores and
restaurants.
Star Fleet outposts are also built with recreational facilities. However, the recreational
facilities within these small outposts are designed primarily for the personnel stationed at
the facility and are not designed to accommodate a visiting Starship. And although a
Starship on patrol may stop at an outpost for a few days, usually for official business or
replenishment, the crew may partake in the outpost's recreational facilities. However, only
a small company of the crew will be able to exercise liberty privileges at any given time. As
such, the ship’s crew will have to carrying out liberty privileges in shifts.
FORM FEDERATION BOUNDARIES
Outlying bases and space stations are essentially used to establish the boundaries of
Federation space. In particular, Star Fleet Outposts are designed for this purpose as
they will mark the boundary of the Federation by their physical presence. To indicate and
communicate the boundary to any vessel, outposts will emit signals and beacons that
identify the area as belonging to the Federation. In addition, outposts function as guard
posts, monitoring the boundaries for space traffic, compliance with treaties and
agreements; act as “trip wires” for possible incursions of unknown or hostile forces, and to
function as listening posts for alien communications outside the Federation. To aid in
monitoring the region of space in which they have Jurisdictional Authority, outposts
may be equipped with several shuttlecraft that are used to patrol the areas around the
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4.3 STAR FLEET BASES

As previously stated, the primary function of Star Fleet Operations is the command and
control of the Operating Forces of Star Fleet. In support of this role, Star Fleet is
tasked under ARTICLES 65 and 73 of the Star Fleet Charter with constructing bases,
stations and outposts designed to extend the coverage of its command authority to the
outer reaches of Federation space. As such, Star Fleet Operations, and thus Star
Base Command, was tasked with building and maintaining command and control centers
throughout the Federation that would comprise the bulk of the Shore Establishment.
SHORE ORGANIZATION STANDARD
The Star Fleet Charter defines the various shore units, by their size and function, that
will comprise the Shore Establishment. As such, and in accordance with ARTICLE 66 of
the Charter, Star Fleet bases and space stations are organized into specific operational
units. Star Fleet Command has established the following definitions for the organization
of Star Fleet bases:
Table 6a43.1
SHORE ESTABLISHMENT STANDARD
Commander in Chief
Unit Definition
Title Rank
The largest organized Shore Establishment unit. A base may Commander:
be either an installation built upon a planet or other body in Star Fleet
Rear Admiral
space, or as a large self-contained vessel orbiting or floating in Headquarters
Base free space. The definition of a base also includes District <Planet>
Headquarters as well. Standard bases within octants and
sectors used for the purpose of command and control, and Commander:
Commodore
support of the fleet are called Starbases. Starbase <n>
A moderately sized base containing Star Fleet troops. Commander:
Garrison Garrisons are generally installations built upon a planet, Star Fleet Commodore
asteroid or other celestial body in space. Garrison <n>
A smaller, specialized Star Fleet base. All stations are self- Commander:
Station contained vessels either orbiting around a planet or celestial Star Fleet Captain
body, or are free-floating in open space. Station <n>
A moderately sized station for the purposes of supporting the
Commander: Commodore -
Facility fleet. Generally, facilities will come under the command of Star
<X> Facility <n> Commander
Fleet Engineering
A small station at the boundaries of Federation space.
Commander:
Outposts are self-contained stations, or installations built upon
Outpost Star Fleet Commander
or within a small planetoid, asteroid or other celestial body in
Outpost <n>
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TYPES OF BASES AND STATIONS
Star Fleet bases and stations are either fixed or stationary installations, usually built upon
planets, large asteroids or planetoids. In this section the definitions and characteristics of
Star Fleet bases and stations will be presented.
Star Fleet defines a “Base” as a fixed ground facility, center, reservation or installation
directly owned and operated by and for the Department of the Star Fleet that shelters
Star Fleet equipment and personnel, and that facilitates operations and training. A base
will also contain large concentrations of supplies and may contain extensive repair facilities
in order to support the Operating Forces. As such, the majority of bases are built on
planets, planetoids or very large asteroids with the exception of Star Base Central, which
is a self-contained artificial structure constructed at the center of the Treaty Zone. In
summary, Star Fleet bases provide accommodations for an operational unit and are used
as regional command and control centers for a specific area of space. Bases are generally
restricted to the general public, and only authorized personnel may have access to them.
There are only two types of Star Fleet ground bases: “Open” and “Closed” or “Self-
contained”. An Open base is one that needs no pressure or atmospheric containment
structures since the base was constructed on a planet with a suitable atmosphere. A Self-
contained base, on the other hand, is built on a planet with a poisonous atmosphere, or
one that has little or no atmosphere, or one where the radiation levels may be too high to
allow continuous exposure. As such, a Self-contained base must erect pressure domes,
shielding or are built as pressurized and shielded structures upon a planet, or may be built
underground. Typically, Self-contained bases will be built on such planets for a specific
strategic or tactical reason, but they are rare.
Star Fleet bases are also classified by their location and primary function as well, and are
classified as either “System” or “Fleet” bases. System Bases are large installations built
on worlds that are members of the United Federation of Planets, and are also known
as Regional Star Fleet Headquarters. Besides serving as fleet command centers, they
also act as liaison focal points between member systems and Star Fleet, serve as major
training centers, and as command and coordination centers with Local Forces. Currently,
all System Bases are “Open” type facilities since all of them are located on planets with
an atmosphere. Fleet Bases, on the other hand, are large bases constructed on planets
or planetoids that are uninhabited, or on worlds that are not members of the Federation.
Fleet Bases, officially known as Starbases, serve as the primary regional command and
support center for the fleet in the area. As such, they will typically be located outside the
Treaty Zone, but well within the Federation Exploration Zone.
Each octant of the Federation Exploration Zone will contain one base which will act as
the command center for the entire octant as required under ARTICLE 68 of the Star Fleet
Charter. These bases, called Sector Bases, will house the Sector Commandant, the
Fleet Commander and all the administrative offices required to command and control the
octant and therefore, there are eight such bases. All orders and directives issued by Star
Fleet Command will be sent to the Sector Base for dissemination among the forces and
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A “Space Station” is an artificial structure designed for life in outer space. Star Fleet
defines a Station as a Self-contained stationary vessel constructed in space and can be
distinguished from other manned vessels by its lack of a propulsion system. Otherwise, a
station shares much of the same systems and functionality as do ships. Space Stations
come in two forms: a) the monolithic station intended to be constructed as a single unit
and launched or constructed in one piece, and b) the modular station in which a core unit
is constructed so that other functional modules may be later added as needed. This type of
station allows for greater flexibility in its operation as modules can be added, removed or
replaced as needed.
Star Fleet Stations are also classified by their location or position in space and are
classified as either: orbital or free-floating stations. Orbital Stations are those that
are placed in an orbit around a planet, moon or other celestial body, and are commonly
found within member systems. They will typically be placed in synchronous orbit in order
to protect a major population center on the surface of the planet, and will act as the
primary center for law enforcement in the area. Free-floating Stations are those that
are constructed out in deep space, away from any planet or celestial body. Free-floating
Stations are generally stationary command platforms and function as command centers
for the forces in the area. They function as relay and support points for the fleet, and are
used to fill a gap in the overall command and control structure between the Starbases
and the Operating Forces that operate at the outer edge of Federation space. In either
case, the function of the station will be the same. The difference is simply in need.
STARBASE CENTRAL
Star Base Central is the central headquarters for the entire Star Fleet and was built in
accordance with ARTICLES 67 and 73 of the Star Fleet Charter, which stated: “There
shall be one central base to act as the Star Fleet Command Headquarters that shall be
located at the center of the Federation Treaty Zone.” As such, the base is located at 000-
MARK-000 in the SCS system. The purpose for this base is not only to house the central
administrative offices for Star Fleet, but also to direct the Operating Forces of Star
Fleet from this central location. Having all the offices within this base and separate from
any particular system will allow Star Fleet to maintain a sense of neutrality and as such,
removes any appearance of bias or favoritism towards any particular world or race.
The base itself, as seen in Figure 6a43.1, is a very large self-contained station which is a
combination of the monolithic design along with some modular aspects and was one of the
first bases to be constructed. Base construction started in the year 2214 and took 11 years
to complete.
The base itself is administered and commanded by an officer of line (SBC) tasked with the
responsibility of managing the operations of the base. The officer in command has the title
of “Commander: Starbase Central” or COMCENTBASE and will have the rank of
Commodore. However, unlike all other Star Fleet bases and stations, the commander of
Star Base Central does not report to Star Fleet Operations, but directly to the Star
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STAR FLEET HEADQUARTERS
Star Fleet Headquarters are large “System Bases” built on the member worlds of the
United Federation of Planets. They are the Regional or District Headquarters for
the Star Fleet. Since Star Fleet was initially made up of the forces of the five original
member systems it is only fitting that each system be represented within Star Fleet. As
such, there are only five District Headquarters within the entire Federation.
The basic purpose and functions for such headquarters are:
1. To keep the five signatory governments working together and to provide consistency
regarding Federation and Star Fleet policy. In essence, these headquarters have a
political purpose to them.
2. To function as liaison between Star Fleet, the Federation and the member systems,
and to function as the point of contact for the commanders of the Local Forces. As
such, these bases will be the headquarters for the Local Force Liaison Officers, or
FORCEREPS, as well.
3. To function as the primary source of recruits and the center for recruit training, as well
as for fleet and specialty training. As such, these bases are equipped with extensive
recruit and fleet training facilities. In addition, all Star Fleet Headquarters will also
have annexes to the Star Fleet Academy, which is headquartered on Earth.
All five of these District Headquarters are located inside the Treaty Zone. There are
no such headquarters outside in the Exploration Zone at this time. The Jurisdictional
Authority of these headquarters encompasses only the area that surrounds the base
because the base is situated on a member world. Therefore, Jurisdictional Authority for
the space around the world resides with the Local Force.
All Star Fleet Headquarters will have a registry number with a prefix of “SFHQ” as
specified in Star Fleet Regulation 2500. In addition, Star Fleet Headquarters will
also be identified by the planet or system they are located. An example of such a base is
that of Star Fleet Headquarters Earth, which is shown in Figure 6a43.2 and the first of
such headquarters to be built. Designed as SFHQ1, it is a very large facility containing
military housing for Service personnel and their families, dining halls, hospitals, churches,
gyms, and other types of recreational facilities (such as sports courts, schools, parks, etc).
In addition, this particular base is also home to the Star Fleet Academy – the primary
training facility for Star Fleet officers. All other such headquarters will only have annexes
to the Academy.
The commander of such headquarters will be designated: Commander: Star Fleet

Headquarters <Member Planet> or COM<System Name>. For example, the
Commander: Star Fleet Headquarters Earth will be designated COMSOL. However,
since the base commander is also the Star Fleet commander for the region, he will also
be known as the District Commandant. This role is not the same as that of the Sector
Commandant since the District Commandant is restricted only to the forces within the
immediate area. However, the District Commandant is a representative of and acts on
behalf of the Chief of Star Fleet Operations through COMSEC0 as illustrated in Figure
2a32.2 of Volume II of the Star Fleet Command Manual. The District Commandant
will have the title of Commandant: <Member System> District (e.g. Commandant:
Andor District) and will typically be an officer of the line (SFC) with the rank of Rear
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FLEET STARBASES
Fleet Starbases refer to those bases located outside the Federation Treaty Zone and
within the Federation Exploration Zone. They are collectively called Sector Starbases
since they will be located within an octant or sector of space. However, the term "Sector
Starbase" should not be confused with the term “Sector Base”, which is the term used
to define the central command base for an octant. In summary, all such Fleet or Sector
Starbases are simply referred to as Starbases.
Starbases are military facilities equipped with large fixed weapon systems that are used
primarily for defense. However, being fixed installations, the range of uses for such
weapons is very limited and can only be directed out into space. As such, they cannot be
used against any invading ground force and must rely on other forms of defense to handle
ground attacks. Therefore, Starbases carry a large detachment of ground troops for the
defense of the base. This force will typically be of Division strength, or about 11,000
Marine Corps troops along with their ground attack vehicles. In addition, many of the
larger planetary Starbases will also contain large numbers of Attack and Fighter Craft,
which will be assigned to one or more Wings. These craft are not only used for base and
regional protection, but also as a source of replacement craft for the fleet as well.
Although Starbases are also major fleet repair and support facilities, Star Fleet ships are
too large and cannot land on such bases. Instead, most of the large Starbases will have
mobile repair facilities orbiting around the planet the base is located. The base itself will
have extensive shops and facilities for the construction of major ship parts. As such, they
can only transport such parts and pieces to the orbiting facility for installation using utility
service craft.
Each octant of the Federation Exploration Zone contains one base that acts as the
command center for the entire octant as required under ARTICLE 68 of the Star Fleet
Charter, which states: “There shall be a ‘Sector Base’ located in each primary division of
Federation space that will serve as the headquarters for the Sector Commandant and the
Fleet Commander assigned to that area.” These bases are called Sector Bases and house
the Sector Commandant[6] and the Fleet Commander for that region and as such.
There are eight such bases. All orders and directives issued by Star Fleet Command will
be sent to the Sector Base for dissemination among the forces within that octant.
All Starbases will have a registry number assigned to them with a prefix of “SB” and
placed in the Star Fleet Station Register as required by Star Fleet Regulation 2500.
And as with headquarters, all Starbases will also be identified by the planet on which
they are located or the name of the system in which they are located.
Starbases are commanded by a Base Commander, a flag officer of the line (SBC) with
the rank of Commodore, and will have the title of “Commander: Starbase <n>” or
COMBASE<n>. The primary responsibility of the Starbase Commander is the
command and control of the Operating Forces located within his or her area and to act
as Area Commander to the forces within the base’s Jurisdictional Authority.
There are basically two types of Starbases: the large Planetary Starbase and the
Free-floating Command Starbase. Both of these will be described in more detail in the
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PLANETARY STARBASES
Planetary Starbases are fixed ground installations built on planets, planetoids and very
large asteroids like the one illustrated in Figure 6a43.3. The majority of the Fleet
Starbases are of this type primarily since they are more economical to build and maintain
than the Free-floating type. To build this type of Starbase only requires a suitable
planetoid and the Star Fleet Corps of Engineers, along with the Star Fleet
Construction Command, will do the rest. It usually takes around two years to build a
basic Starbase and in most cases, the materials used to build the base will be obtained
locally.
A variant of the Planetary Starbase is the Self-contained Planetary Starbase. These

bases are placed on Class-K planets with little or no atmosphere, or one that has an
unbreathable or poisonous atmosphere. As such, most of the base will be constructed
underground in pressurized structures or on the surface under pressure domes. However,
their usefulness is limited and therefore, only two such bases exist. For example, one such
base, though not a command Starbase, is the Star Fleet Prison on Elba II.
FREE-FLOATING COMMAND STARBASES
Free-floating Command Starbases are very large self-contained space stations, which
are primarily used for fleet support and command, and area defense. Such bases generally
have extensive and powerful weapons systems and as such, will be constructed or placed
near hostile locations. However, due to their high cost and long construction time, such
bases are rare and only five exist. The primary function of these bases is fleet command
and area protection. These bases have very powerful Phaser weapon systems that are
more than 11 times more powerful than the Main Batteries of a Battleship. These
weapons have an effective range of over 500,000 km. A single burst from one of these
Phasers can completely destroy a large shielded space cruiser 500,000 km away. A prime
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STAR FLEET STATIONS
Star Fleet Stations are smaller self-contained space stations floating freely in space.
They serve as command centers for the fleet within a sector, but are limited in their
support capabilities. However, there are some very large stations that are capable of fully
supporting the fleet. Stations are generally assembled out in deep space, somewhere
between the outer edge of Federation space and the Starbases located deep within
Federation territory. They are the third layer of fleet command and are the relay points
for the central command. Star Fleet stations also serve as regional law-enforcement
centers with courts to adjudicate cases involving the violation of Federation law in that
region, as well as for military courts-martial. In addition, these stations act as rest areas
for Starship crews and contain small shops and recreation areas for the crews to utilize.
All Star Fleet Stations have a designation or registry number with a prefix of “SSN” as
required by Star Fleet Regulation 2500. In addition, Star Fleet stations may also be
named based upon the system in which they are located or the planet around which they
are orbiting.
The most common design of the Star Fleet station is the Free-floating Y-nodal design
as pictured in Figure 6a43.6. The Y-nodal is essentially a monolithic station consisting of a
central command module (node) and three service nodes radiating out from the central
module. The central node contains all the command offices, engineering, power, service
and storage areas. The three radial nodes are divided into functional units: one for housing
base personnel, one for housing visiting commands and dignitaries, and the last one
containing facilities for other station functions such as brigs, courts and consulates. Finally,
these stations will also have a lower Hanger Bay node for station and visiting shuttlecraft.
This type of station is primarily used for fleet support and communication. They act as
command relay centers for the fleet and fill the gap in communications between the larger
Starbases and the forces operating at the far reaches of Federation space. They are
generally placed out in deep space away from any star system. In addition, they have
powerful weapons systems and carry both Phaser and Photon Torpedoes. The power of
their Phaser weapons is about four times the equivalent of that of a Battleship class
Starship.
The other form of a Star Fleet station is the Modular Command Station, designated as
STMP, as illustrated in Figure 6a43.5. There are 16 of these types of stations currently in
operation. The advantage of this design is its extensibility – the allowance of the design to
expand as needed without significantly disrupting the existing structure. Most of these
bases are orbital stations that act as administrative headquarters for nearby Drydocks
and other deep-space repair facilities. Unlike the Free-floating type, this type will have
minimal weapons systems since they are primarily administrative stations. A hybrid
between the two types of stations is the Free-floating Modular station. This type of
station design will typically be used for deep-space communications stations, such as the
one shown in Figure 6a43.8. This type of design allows for the expansion of its
transmission grid as Federation space near the station expands further out.
Star Fleet stations will be commanded by a Station Commander, an officer of the line
(SBC) with the rank of Captain, and will have the title of “Commander: Star Fleet
Station <n>” with a designation of COMSTATION<n>. The primary function of the
Station Commander is to support the fleet, represent Star Fleet Command in the far
reaches of space and to function as Area Commander to the forces assigned within the
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STAR FLEET GARRISONS
The term Garrison comes from the old French word garnison, itself from the verb garner,
"to equip" and is the collective term for a body of troops stationed at a particular location.
Garrisons are fixed Star Fleet bases, usually installed on small planetoids, containing a
large number of Marine Corps troops, usually of Division strength or approximately
11,700. In addition to the troops the garrison will also contain around 150 Star Base
Command personnel who manage and maintain the base, and who support the troops.
The function of the garrison is to provide a source of ground assault forces during times of
war, and will typically be located in the outlying regions of the Federation near trouble
areas. Garrisons are also a source for outpost and deep space station personnel for duty
rotation.
Garrisons have very modest fleet support capabilities, concentrating more on housing,
training and supporting the Fleet Marine forces stationed there. However, they are major
supply bases for the equipment and supplies needed to support the ground forces in the
area. As such, Star Fleet ships may take advantage of these resources if necessary.
Garrisons, like Planetary Starbases, have fixed weapons installations, which are used for
defense only. In addition, these weapons have a limited range in space and are not
effective for ground combat due to their location and their position on the planet. As such,
garrisons will be assigned a Fighter Wing attached to them in order to broaden their
defensive capabilities. The wing will primarily contain Fighter Craft manned by Star
Fleet Marine Corps pilots for close support of their troops, but will also be used to patrol
the space around the base as well.
In addition, a G-class Ground Assault vessel may also be attached to a Garrison as

well. The function of the Ground Assault ship is to transport the troops from the garrison
to the action. As such, the Garrison will act as the Home Port for the Assault ship. The
garrison will be home to the troops while not deployed on the ship.
Currently, there are twelve (12) such garrisons located throughout Federation space.
Some are stand-alone bases, while others are part of a larger base system and may be
located on the same planet as a Starbase, but in a different location. For example, Star
Fleet Headquarters – Earth is located in San Francisco, but there is also a garrison
located on the European continent on Earth as well. All Star Fleet Garrisons will have a
registry number with a prefix of “SGN”.
Star Fleet garrisons are commanded by a Garrison Commander, a flag officer of the
line (SBC) with the rank of Commodore, and will have the title of “Commander: Star
Fleet Garrison <n>” or COMFLTGAR<n>. The primary responsibility of the Garrison
Commander is to support the Fleet Marine Corps troops assigned to the garrison,
which will be under the command of a Marine Division Commander, an officer of the
line (MMC) with the rank of Rear Admiral or Commodore as well. As such, the Marine
Division Commander has precedence over the Garrison Commander and therefore,
the Garrison Commander works for the Marine Division Commander and will receive
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STAR FLEET OUTPOSTS
Outposts are small Self-contained stations constructed at the edge for Federation
territory or at Federation Neutral Zones and as such, establish the boundaries of
Federation space, or a Buffer or Neutral Zone as shown in Figure 6a43.7. Many of
them are built deep inside large asteroids and designated as A type. The B type is small
outpost that is built on the surface of a large asteroid or small planetoid. However, most
are small Free-floating stations or C types. Their primary function is to monitor the
boundary and to provide the first level of defense and communication in case of attack,
invasion, incursion or violation of the boundary. Outposts will also be positioned around
Federation Buffer Zones to monitor compliance with zone restrictions. Outposts that are
near Neutral Zones or on the border of hostile territory will generally be constructed
inside relatively large asteroids and will normally be of the A type. These asteroids provide
an additional protection from enemy attack since they are essentially large blocks of iron.
All Star Fleet Outposts will have a registry number with a prefix of “SOP” as specified in
Star Fleet Regulation 2500.
Outposts are also considered “volatile” stations. That is, an outpost that was placed at a
specific location today may not be active in the future. This is because an outpost is used
to mark the boundaries of Federation space, which is continuously changing. Typically,
when an outpost is no longer used or is deactivated it may be sold to a private concern –
stripped of all Star Fleet equipment. However, this does not necessarily apply to the C
type Free-floating outposts, which can be relocated to another position by Star Fleet
tugs.
Personnel at these outposts are generally stationed there for about three months. They
rotate between stations and outposts about every six months. That is, a person assigned
to an outpost is there for three months, and then rotated to a Starbase for six months
before returning to another outpost. The relief schedule is scattered so that only a few
outposts need to have their personnel relieved. This rotational schedule is done on a
quarterly basis and is timed with the required quarterly medical checkups. Starships are
generally used to perform the relief operation when they arrive to perform the quarterly
physicals.
Star Fleet Outpost Commanders are command officers of the line (SBC) with the rank
of Commander, and will have the title of “Commander: Star Fleet Outpost <n>” or
COMFLTPOST<n>. However, for the very small outposts, a line officer with the rank of
Lieutenant Commander may also command such an outpost.
TACTICAL COMMAND STATIONS
Tactical Command Stations or TAC bases are small Free-floating outposts containing
Star Fleet Intelligence and communications personnel. Their function is to act as early
warning outposts and serve as remote fleet intelligence, communications and surveillance
outposts. However, some serve as bases for clandestine or covert operations and missions
as well. The locations of these stations are highly classified and are usually placed in areas
where they will not be easily seen or encountered. Star Fleet TAC Base Commanders
are officers of the line (SBC) with the rank of Commander, and will have the title of
“Commander: Star Fleet Tactical Station <n>” or COMTACBAS<n>. Due to the
classified nature of their mission, TAC Base Commanders will usually report directly to
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FLEET SUPPORT FACILITIES
Fleet Support Facilities are basically either Free-floating fixed or mobile installations
whose primary function it is to perform repairs or to construct Star Fleet ships and craft,
and are usually facilities managed by the Star Fleet Division of Engineering. All such
facilities will be called Star Fleet Ship Construction or Repair Facility and will have a
registry number with a prefix of “SSF” as specified in Star Fleet Regulation 2500.
Some of the large Free-floating Starbases have internal moorings for ships. These
moorings are called “Space Docks”, which are contained within the structure of the base,
but not necessarily pressurized as illustrated in Figure 6a43.11. The mooring stations will
have moveable brows that will attach to the vessel for personnel and equipment entry and
egress.
Ship building facilities are large floating or orbital stations that can accommodate the
construction of six ships simultaneously. They have large gantry cranes and arms to lift
and position large sections of a ship. The ship’s keel is locked to a Docking Bay while the
ship is being built or repaired. The ship is connected to the facility by a Keelway, which is
a large cylindrical tube connecting the ship with the station that contains an elevator, and
electrical and service umbilicals. The Keelway allows personnel to travel between the ship
and the facility using fast Turbo-lift elevators. This system is incorporated into the design
of most Star Fleet ships so that whenever a major repair must be performed utilizing a
construction facility, the Keelway will provide anchorage and access without the need for
special equipment as illustrated in Figure 6a43.9.
Drydocks are stationary frames free-floating in space into which vessels are anchored or
moored. Such Drydocks contain offices and workshops that can fabricate most of the
smaller pieces of equipment. However, large sections of a ship, such as the main engines
or its parts, must be hauled to and from the Drydock. In addition, support facilities also
include Mobile Repair stations as well, such as the one illustrated in Figure 6a43.10.
Mobile Repair facilities are similar to Drydocks in design except that they are mobile.
The commander of a Star Fleet ship repair facility will typically be a Staff Corps officer
from the Engineering or Construction Corps (ENG or CNT), and their rank will range
from Commander to Commodore, depending on the size and function of the facility.
They will usually have a title of “Commander: Star Fleet Ship <Type> Facility<n>,”
or simply COMSHIPFAC<n>.
SUBSPACE RELAY STATIONS
Subspace Relay Stations are part of the overall communications network of Star Fleet.
Subspace Relay Stations are not manned bases or stations per se, but are Star Fleet
assets that come under the authority of the Sector Commandant of the octant the relay
station has been placed. Although typically unmanned, relay stations are large enough to
include simple quarters for extended stays, usually for repair and calibration. An example
of a Subspace Relay Station can be seen in Figure 6a43.12. Because such stations are
usually unmanned, there is no assigned Commanding Officer. The officer responsible for
the proper functioning and maintenance of sector relay stations will be the Sector
Communications Officer or COMSECCOM. However, the placement of these stations,
the calibration and the setting of frequencies is the responsibility of the Star Fleet Office
of Fleet Communications.

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Figure 6a43.1
STAR BASE CENTRAL

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Figure 6a43.2
STAR FLEET HEADQUARTERS: EARTH

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Figure 6a43.3
FLEET STARBASE: STARBASE 11

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Figure 6a43.4
SELF-CONTAINED STARBASE: STARBASE ONE

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Figure 6a43.5
STAR FLEET ORBITAL STATION: EPSILON STATION (SSN-26)

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Figure 6a43.6
STAR FLEET FREE-FLOATING STATION: CARINAE STATION (SSN-20)

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Figure 6a43.7
STAR FLEET OUTPOST: OUTPOST FIVE

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Figure 6a43.8
TYPICAL STAR FLEET COMMUNICATIONS STATION

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Figure 6a43.9
STAR FLEET SHIP IN AN ENCLOSED DRYDOCK

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Figure 6a43.10
TYPICAL STAR FLEET MOBILE DRYDOCK FRAME

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Figure 6a43.11
SPACE DOCK MOORING STATION

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Figure 6a43.12
SUBSPACE RELAY STATION EXAMPLE

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4.4 STAR FLEET BASE PLACEMENT

As previous stated, bases and space stations are important links in the overall command
and control infrastructure for the Star Fleet. They serve as extensions to the central
command structure by acting as relay points at which fleet operational directives can be
transmitted to the command units at the fringes of Federation space, and as points of
replenishment for the Operating Forces they serve. As such, the location of such bases
and stations is important to Star Fleet. Therefore, the assignment of any base or station
to a sector or region of space will greatly depend upon tactical, strategic, logistical and
other factors. These factors can be summarized below:
1) The amount of commercial and private space traffic in an area;

2) The location of hostile neighbors and forces and therefore, the need for a significant
force presence;
3) The location of Neutral and Buffer Zones that will require monitoring;
4) The number of populated worlds in a region of Federation space;
5) The extent of space exploration and the force size needed to maintain and protect the
new areas of space;
6) The number of outlying colonies and settlements that will need support and
protection;
7) Subspace and other communications restrictions.
Star Fleet basically defines Shore Facilities as the various installations built on inhabited
or uninhabited planets. These are typically large ground stations used for the command of
the forces within a large area of Federation space. ARTICLE 23 of the Charter gives Star
Fleet the authority to construct such shore facilities within the following restrictions:
a. That the location of the facility is outside the boundaries of member systems, and
b. That permission is required of the local system should a base be placed anywhere
within a member system.
Star Fleet was given the authority to construct bases on any planet within Federation
territory that is not specifically within an inhabited system. Some of these bases are self-
contained pressurized structures since the planets on which they were constructed have
little or no atmosphere. However, most planets upon which Star Fleet has established a
base typically has an atmosphere sufficient enough to preclude the need for pressurized
containment.
Many of the member system home worlds have Star Fleet bases, primarily because the
system has a Local Force. These bases are essentially command centers for joint force
operations. As such, both Star Fleet and Local Forces are stationed at these bases,
which are classified Star Fleet Command Headquarters. One such Headquarters is
located in the city of San Francisco on Earth with the title: Star Fleet Headquarters –
Earth. In most cases where Star Fleet has established a base a lease is not required.
That is, Star Fleet does not pay a fee to the local government for the use of the land.
However, there are some worlds, specifically non-member planets, where Star Fleet has
a lease agreement with the local government. In such cases the Federation Council
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AUTHORITY TO CONSTRUCT SPACE STATIONS
The authority to build space stations is specified in ARTICLES 16 and 23 of the Charter,
and it is ARTICLE 73 that directs Star Fleet to construct such stations. The construction of
Star Fleet bases and stations will fall under the purview of the Star Fleet Base
Requirements and Specifications Section of Star Base Command and the Star
Fleet Construction Command, a part of the Star Fleet Division of Engineering. The
larger stations will typically be constructed at the selected site, with supplies and materials
shipped in via the Star Fleet Transportation Command. While construction is taking
place workers will reside in mobile housing units that were towed to the site by Fleet
Tugs of the Star Fleet Transportation Command. However, the smaller stations will
generally be built at Star Fleet Construction Facilities and towed to the sight by such
Star Fleet tugs.
Typically, these stations will be built or placed in strategic areas around the Federation.
They essentially act as relay stations for the transmission of Star Fleet Command orders
and directives, as repair facilities and as replenishment points. They also act as short-term
rest and recreation facilities as well. That is, the location of these stations is important to
Star Fleet for tactical and strategic reasons and therefore, Star Fleet is given complete
freedom and authority to select the location of space stations and to construct such
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DETERMINING BASE AND STATION LOCATIONS
As previously stated, Star Fleet was given complete freedom and authority to select the
location of its bases and stations. This authority was conferred upon Star Fleet under
ARTICLES 16 and 23 of the Star Fleet Charter. The organization within Star Fleet that
was specifically given the responsibility of selecting the location of Star Fleet bases and
stations is the Star Fleet Office of Strategic Planning (SFPLAN).
The principal function of the Star Fleet Office of Strategic Planning is to establish the
strategic direction for Star Fleet and the Federation, which includes the placement of
bases and stations at strategic locations. Therefore, as part of its function this office will be
involved in initiating, planning and supervising the base and station site selection process
and will be responsible for surveying and selecting the location of Star Fleet bases and
stations in accordance with ARTICLE 23 of the Star Fleet Charter.
The process generally begins by determining a need for a new base or station, which will
be based upon the criteria stated earlier and the general area of space in which the base
will be placed. The next step will be to prepare a survey team to investigate possible sites
within the preferred area of space. The team will examine any reports that may already
exist regarding the star systems and planets located within the region of space under
consideration. If no such reports exist, SFPLAN will request a survey to be performed by
the Star Fleet Space Exploration Command (XCOM). XCOM will then either initiate a
survey expedition to the requested region of space, or may request Star Ship Command
to assign the nearest Starship to undertake the survey mission.
After analyzing all available information obtained from the survey reports, SFPLAN will
make several selections and will submit their recommendations to the Director: Star
Fleet Command and the Federation Council for review and approval as required under
Paragraph 3 of ARTICLE 52 of the Articles of Federation. Where the selection of a base
site may be an inhabited world of the Federation, SFPLAN will initiate agreements for
the establishment of such bases or stations within or upon sovereign territory. This office
was given the authority to negotiate the terms of such agreements, but must submit such
agreements to the Judge Advocate General’s office for legal review and endorsement.
Upon approval of the selected site and the completion of any negotiations that may have
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RULES GOVERNING SITE SELECTION
In general, Star Fleet has unrestricted authority to select and construct bases anywhere
in Federation space except within member systems. However, that does not imply that
Star Fleet bases or stations cannot be constructed or placed within a member system. On
the contrary, Star Fleet was given the authority to construct bases within member space
so long as the following conditions are met:
a. Should Star Fleet decide that the best place to locate a base or station is within a
member system, Star Fleet requires only written permission from the local system
government to place such a base within that system. Such an agreement would go
through the Federation Council for review and approval.
b. Should Star Fleet decide that the best place to locate a base or station is on an
uninhabited planet or moon within a member system Star Fleet, again, would only
require written permission from the local system government to place such a base
within the affected system.
c. Should Star Fleet decide that the best place to locate a base or station is on an
inhabited planet of or the home planet of a member system, Star Fleet would not
only require written permission from the local system government to place such a base
on the world, but may also be required to pay for the use of the land area the base
will be located. In such instances, the leased area occupied by the base becomes Star
Fleet property and thus, the local government would be restricted from any access to
the facility and would require permission from the Base Commander or from Star
Fleet Command to obtain access to the facility.
d. Star Fleet cannot build or place bases or stations on any inhabited world within the
Trusteeship System, but has unrestricted authority to place its bases and stations
anywhere else within the Trusteeship System that is uninhabited, which includes the
installation of an orbiting station around the planet under Trust. Such Trust areas will
generally be isolated from the rest of the Federation by imposing a Social Buffer
Zone around it. Therefore, as part of its function and responsibility to monitor such
zones, Star Fleet may place a base or station inside the zone, but not on the planet
under trusteeship.
In general, it is incumbent upon the member systems to cooperate with Star Fleet in the
selection of sites within their respective systems as required in ARTICLE 49 of the Articles
of Federation. This is usually not a problem and the only source of issues in the past has
been with locating bases in non-member systems, since they are not signatory worlds to
the Articles of Federation and therefore, do not have an obligation to allow Star Fleet
facilities or ships within their system. However, agreements similar to those established in
Paragraph c above have usually been successfully implemented, along with provisions that
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BASE TYPE AND SIZE DETERMINATION
The type and size of the base or station to be constructed at a particular selected site will
depend on local conditions. The requirements for the type and size of the base or station
may depend on several factors such as:
1. Space traffic density, both commercial and private. This will determine the size of the
station that will be required. Stations are only required in these areas for space traffic
control and monitoring. These areas are primarily law enforcement zones and are not
military zones where troops may be needed requiring a large base to support them. In
this situation a free-floating station would best fit this need.
2. The strength of nearby hostile forces will determine the force size and troop levels that
will be needed to deter war or conflict. As a rule, Fleet Starbases will be constructed
in these regions to house troops, repair ships and to generally support a large number
of combatants. In this situation a Star Fleet Garrison would most likely be located in
the area.
3. The type of planet that can support a base of a specific design will also determine the
type of base that will be constructed. There are only two types of bases that can be
constructed on a planet or large asteroid: Open and Self-contained. An Open base
is one that needs no pressure structures since the base is constructed on a planet with
an atmosphere, while a Self-contained base will be constructed on a planet with an
unbreathable or noxious atmosphere or one that has no atmosphere at all. Therefore,
such a base will require pressure domes or other enclosures. However, this type is
extremely rare and will typically be used only for Star Fleet prisons.
4. The number of Star Fleet ships that operate within the area will determine the type
and size of the base or station. In areas of space where a significant number of Star
Fleet ships will require support, a free-floating station may be required or a Fleet
Starbase with an attached repair facility.
5. Whether a base or station is required within a member system of the Federation. For
example, a station may be required in a system where Star Fleet has an arrangement
with the local government to supply security services or to act as the Local Force for
the system. In such cases, an orbiting station around the home planet may be in
order, or a large ground facility may be needed in the case of a largely populated
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CONSTRUCTION OF BASES AND STATIONS
ARTICLE 65 of the Charter gives Star Fleet the authority to physically construct bases and
stations at the sites selected. The first step in this process is to develop the construction
requirements for the base. This will customarily be performed by the Office of Star Fleet
Base Requirements (SBCREQ), which is principally responsible for determining the
design and operating requirements of all bases and stations. The design requirements for
construction of the facility will include such things as the structural requirements, the
offensive and defensive needs of the facility, and the manpower required to operate and
maintain the facility. The final requirements for the construction of the base will then be
submitted to both, the Star Fleet Corps of Engineers (ENGCOR) and the Star Base
Systems Command (STARBASES). These two subdivisions of the Star Fleet Division
of Engineering will develop and create the design and construction plans for any new
base or station.
The actual construction of Star Fleet bases and stations falls under the purview of the
Star Fleet Construction Command within the Star Fleet Division of Engineering.
The larger stations are typically constructed at the selection site, with supplies and
materials shipped in by the Star Fleet Transportation Command. As construction
begins a mobile housing unit will be towed to the site for the construction workers. The
smaller stations are usually built at Star Fleet Construction Facilities and then towed
to the sight by Star Fleet tugs.

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4.5 CURRENT STAR FLEET BASE

LOCATIONS
Distributed throughout the Federation Exploration Zone are five Regional Star Fleet
Headquarters, twenty-eight major Starbases, forty-one Star Fleet Stations, sixty-
eight Outposts, twelve Garrisons, fifty-nine fleet support facilities and one central
command base for a total of 214 facilities. These bases function as the command centers
for the fleet and as such, provide the communications link between Star Fleet Command
and the Operating Forces at the outer rim of Federation space.
In this section the location of the various bases, stations and outposts will be presented.
The information contained herein is classified CONFIDENTIAL and shall be treated in
accordance with the guidelines set forth in the Star Fleet Manual for Classified
Information. In addition, facilities such as Communications, Intelligence and TAC
stations will not be identified as their locations are highly classified.
STAR BASE CENTRAL
At the very center of the Treaty Zone or Sector 001, and therefore the United
Federation of Planets, is Star Base Central, a large self-contained station containing
all the offices for Star Fleet Command. From this central base the entire operation of
Star Fleet will be managed. An image of Star Base Central can be seen in Figure
6a43.1.
As stated, Star Base Central is located at the center of the Federation at 000-MARK-
000 and is designated SFHQ0. The base contains approximately 4500 Star Fleet
personnel, 2600 of which are a mixture of Star Fleet Command personnel, Star Fleet
Security personnel and Star Base Command personnel assigned to operate and
maintain the base. In addition, there are two Battalions or approximately 1900 Star
Fleet Marine Corps troops stationed at the base to comprise the local area security
force.
STARDATE 25166.82 UFP521-6a45.1 CONFIDENTIAL

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STAR FLEET HEADQUARTERS
Scattered throughout the Treaty Zone are five major Star Fleet bases located on the
signatory worlds to the Articles of Federation. These bases are known as System
Bases by classification, but are usually referred to as district “Star Fleet Headquarters”.
Each of these five Star Fleet Headquarters defines a specific Star Fleet District as
described in Section 3.2 of Volume II of the Star Fleet Command Manual.
As stated in Section 3.2 of Volume II of the Star Fleet Command Manual a Star Fleet
District is defined as a region of Federation space encompassing any one of the five
Star Fleet Headquarters. That is, each of the five original signatories of the Articles of
Federation who had originally adjoined all or a portion of their forces to create the Star
Fleet and that has a representative sitting on the Federation Joint Chiefs of Staff (see
Figure 1a14.1 in Volume I) will have a Star Fleet Command office located on their home
world. All five of these Star Fleet Headquarters and their associated Districts are
located only within the Federation Treaty Zone. All stations, worlds and spacecraft
operating within any one of these districts will come under the authority of the District
Commandant, with the exception of the home world on which the base is located. An
illustration of the locations of these district bases can be seen in Figure 6a45.1.
Other forms of Star Fleet Headquarters are the various System Starbases built on
worlds that are members of the Federation, but who were not the original signatories of
the Articles. They have a similar function as the District Star Fleet Headquarters, but
also serve as area fleet command centers, function as liaison between member system and
Star Fleet, serve as major training centers and as command and control centers for the
Local Forces.
As stated above, System Bases are large ground facilities located on a home world of a
Federation member. These bases are primarily administrative facilities that may contain
both Star Fleet and Local Forces, which act as liaison points between the member
government and Star Fleet. However, these types of bases are not what are commonly
known as Starbases.
Table 6a45.1
TABLE OF STAR FLEET HEADQUARTERS
Registry
SCS Location Personnel
Number Base Name Distance
Vector (ly)
Octant Sector Stationed Troop Force
Star Fleet Headquarters

SFHQ1 272-MARK-018 2.1 0 001 2650 4000
Earth
SFHQ2 309-MARK-337 5.2 0 009 2260 3900
Alpha Centauri
SFHQ3 024-MARK-324 10.9 0 006 2470 3950
Andor
SFHQ4 060-MARK-065 11.1 0 002 2440 3800
Tellar
SFHQ5 152-MARK-328 14.7 0 007 2180 3910
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STAR FLEET BASES
Starbases are the basic command and control centers outside the Treaty Zone and are
the largest type of base within the Star Fleet Shore Establishment. They are typically
stationary structures constructed on planets, planetoids or very large asteroids. There are
basically two types of Starbases: Fleet Starbases and System Starbases. Fleet
Starbases are large facilities constructed on planets or planetoids that are uninhabited or
on a world that is not a member of the Federation. System Bases, on the other hand,
are large ground facilities located on a home world of a Federation member. These bases
are primarily administrative facilities that may contain both Star Fleet and Local forces.
Both types of bases serve as major command and support centers for the fleet, and the
commanders of such facilities will typically be the Area Commander for the sector. A
mapping of the locations of Starbases may be found in Figure 6a45.2.
Table 6a45.2
TABLE OF STAR FLEET BASES
Registry
Vector (ly)
2
SB1 Starbase 1 012-MARK-035 19.2 1 002 1,590 6,000
SB2 Starbase 21 137-MARK-044 24.0 2 13C 4,200 3,900
SB3 Starbase 31 247-MARK-029 31.9 3 15-0 2,800 3,800
SB4 Starbase 41 318-MARK-056 36.3 4 25Y 4,200 5,800
SB5 Starbase 51 016-MARK-300 23.1 5 34D 4,000 6,000
1
SB6 Starbase 6 162-MARK-327 28.0 6 29P 4,200 5,800
SB7 Starbase 71 197-MARK-355 59.4 7 114U 5,000 11,720
SB8 Starbase 81 344-MARK-319 39.0 8 33X 4,200 5,800
SB9 Starbase 91 018-MARK-032 49.9 1 58N 5,000 11,720
SB10 Starbase 10 117-MARK-071 48.8 2 95Q 4,500 12,000
SB11 Starbase 11 204-MARK-042 68.0 3 231L 5,000 11,720
SB12 Starbase 12 124-MARK-344 69.2 6 346K 5,000 11,720
SB13 Starbase 132 035-MARK-321 65.7 5 364A 1,600 6,500
SB14 Starbase 14 291-MARK-026 87.0 4 547O 4,300 11,720
SB15 Starbase 15 240-MARK-332 91.2 7 799-0 5,200 11,720
SB16 Starbase 16 301-MARK-337 60.0 8 135T 3,400 10,000
SB17 Starbase 172 069-MARK-041 114.0 1 1120W 1,300 3,340
2
SB18 Starbase 18 149-MARK-082 100.5 2 1272G 1,000 1,800
SB19 Starbase 19 257-MARK-068 103.3 3 1211E 5,000 11,720
SB20 Starbase 20 337-MARK-016 122.0 4 1695D 4,500 9,200
SB21 Starbase 21 062-MARK-322 138.2 5 2184U 5,000 11,720
3
SB23 Starbase 23 186-MARK-325 140.7 7 3210F 633 -
SB25 Starbase 25 044-MARK-038 96.3 1 557V 5,000 11,720
SB26 Starbase 263 148-MARK-324 126.7 6 2154H 800 750
SB27 Starbase 27 128-MARK-009 155.5 2 2483Y 4,200 11,720
SB28 Starbase 28 310-MARK-070 176.2 4 4178S 2,200 3,600
Notes
1. Indicates that the base is a Sector Base – headquarters for the Sector Commandant.
2. Closed; free-floating Starbase.
3. Closed; domed planetary Starbase.

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STAR FLEET GARRISONS
Garrisons are smaller ground Starbases that are primarily used to house Star Fleet
troops and will normally be located near the edge of Federation space. Garrisons have
very little fleet support capabilities, focused more on housing, training and supporting the
Fleet Marine forces. There will generally be a small company of Star Base Command
personnel stationed at garrisons, typically around 150, but the bulk of the personnel
stationed at a garrison will be Star Fleet Marine Corps troops. The typical force size
stationed at the base will be of division strength or approximately 12,000 troops.
Garrisons are generally placed near areas where conflict will most likely occur. As such,
garrisons are more likely to become temporary installations rather than permanent ones.
That is, as political and tactical situations change the need for the base will also change.
Figure 6a45.3 shows the current location of Star Fleet Garrisons.
Although still listed, the garrison on Cestus III was destroyed by elements of the Gorn
Empire in 2267. Fortunately, there were no troops stationed at the time. The garrison had
been recently completed and as such only a handful of base personnel were available at
the time. This small group was stationed there for startup and to make the base ready for
operation before bringing the garrison up to full strength. At this time Star Fleet has no
intention of rebuilding this base as a condition set forth by the Metrons.
Table 6a45.3
TABLE OF STAR FLEET GARRISONS
Registry
Vector (ly)
Star Fleet Garrison –

SGN1 274-MARK-018 2.1 0 001 150 11,720
Earth1
SGN2 Teegarden Garrison 139-MARK-001 11.1 2 003 125 12,000
SGN3 Hamal Garrison 126-MARK-009 64.4 2 178A 133 11,500
SGN4 Canaris III Garrison 074-MARK-040 36.9 1 11T 154 11,750
SGN5 Ceti Garrison 103-MARK-351 94.9 6 723Y 132 12,100
SGN6 Xi Bootis Garrison 294-MARK-034 24.0 4 16D 117 11,720
SGN7 UM36 Garrison 222-MARK-037 43.4 3 67F 124 10,780
SGN8 Marsh Garrison 076-MARK-341 124.9 5 2106D 142 11,350
2
SGN9 Cestus III Garrison 039-MARK-011 145.9 1 2471B * *
SGN10 Marfak Garrison 134-MARK-041 136.3 2 1792V 155 12,500
SGN11 Falcon Garrison 018-MARK-050 143.1 1 2708A 144 11,800
SGN12 Delta Garrison 336-MARK-341 123.6 8 2135C 97 8,700
Notes:
1. Earth Garrison is located on a different continent from Star Fleet Headquarters.
2. Destroyed by forces of the Gorn Empire.

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STAR FLEET STATIONS
Star Fleet Stations are smaller self-contained bases and are usually suspended freely in
space. They serve as command centers for the fleet within a sector, but are limited in their
support capabilities. However, there are some relatively large stations that are capable of
fully supporting the fleet. They are somewhat permanent stations floating in space, but
can be moved if necessary.
Stations are generally assembled deep in space, somewhere between the outer edge of
Federation space and the Starbases that are located deep within Federation territory.
Star Fleet stations constitute the third layer of fleet command and are relay points for the
central command. Star Fleet stations also function as regional law-enforcement centers
with courts to adjudicate cases involving the violation of Federation law in that region, as
well as for military courts-martial. In addition, these stations will function as rest areas for
Starship crews since they house small shops and recreation areas for the crews to utilize.
In general, stations are hardly ever assigned as Home Port to any Star Fleet ship due to
their small size and their lack of accommodations for ship crews. However, certain auxiliary
or support ships may be assigned to a station for fleet support purposes.
The locations of the forty-two Star Fleet stations are illustrated in Figures 6a45.4 and
6a45.5. Figure 6a45.4 presents the locations of all the Star Fleet stations located within
the Federation Treaty Zone, whereas Figure 6a45.5 will only show the positions of the
stations that are located in the Exploration Zone.
One of the stations was sold to a commercial enterprise and converted into a public deep-
space way station under the provisions of the Organian Peace Treaty of 2267 (Federation
Stardate 21420). Under the Organian Peace Treaty Star Fleet Station 33 (SSN-33),
which was originally used to monitor activities at the Klingon Neutral Zone, was converted
into a neutral deep-space way station, open to all travelers. The station was purchased by
a private concern and renamed Deep Space Station K-7.

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Table 6a45.4
TABLE OF STAR FLEET STATIONS
Registry
Number Station Name Distance
Vector (ly)
SSN1 Barnards Station 334-MARK-035 6.9 4 005 120 250

SSN2 Rigel II Station1 143-MARK-328 8.4 6 007 140 310
SSN3 Sirius Station1 208-MARK-321 8.6 7 008 108 64
SSN4 Sigma Station1 269-MARK-011 16.4 3 004 118 200
SSN5 Wolf Station 102-MARK-004 12.1 2 003 88 -
SSN6 Scorpius Station 344-MARK-355 23.5 8 33D 100 80
SSN7 Tarsus Station 128-MARK-351 22.2 6 28E 80 160
SSN8 Alaraph Station 264-MARK-360 38.0 7 31U 120 230
SSN9 Hercules Station1 293-MARK-060 53.5 4 87S 118 240
SSN10 Reticulus Station1 062-MARK-288 38.8 5 35Z 121 250
SSN11 Castor Station 199-MARK-005 52.6 3 50O 120 250
1
SSN12 Iota Station 357-MARK-328 57.8 8 137V 126 250
SSN13 Sagitta Station1 034-MARK-043 57.6 1 59T 83 -
SSN14 Alpha Station 132-MARK-077 57.3 2 95V 120 250
SSN15 Beta Station1 126-MARK-016 62.6 2 202H 62 -
SSN16 Cetus Station 106-MARK-339 74.9 6 345R 110 200
SSN17 Phi Station1 019-MARK-325 78.1 5 363S 82 160
1
SSN18 Virginia Station 304-MARK-018 98.8 4 517R 120 250
SSN19 Hydra Station 233-MARK-325 70.9 7 377-0 94 180
SSN20 Carinae Station 283-MARK-285 69.6 8 428O 121 252
SSN21 Pegasus Station 073-MARK-043 89.0 1 560L 110 210
SSN22 Draco Station 257-MARK-076 89.1 3 672M 142 330
SSN23 Zebra Station 299-MARK-072 97.2 4 676Z 116 245
SSN24 Lambda Station 065-MARK-317 116.2 5 1444T 124 250
SSN25 Zeta Station 115-MARK-318 103.2 6 1449D 96 166
SSN26 Epsilon Station1 184-MARK-336 127.7 7 2118P 62 80
SSN27 Plax Station1 355-MARK-347 107.1 8 1365L 118 225
SSN28 Delphi Station1 043-MARK-042 121.5 1 1782E 124 300
SSN29 Omega Station 328-MARK-021 108.3 4 1074O 106 192
1
SSN30 Sceptrum Station 150-MARK-320 107.7 6 1453K 80 66
SSN31 Station 31 107-MARK-012 74.0 2 177S 66 188
SSN32 Station 32 118-MARK-031 193.8 2 5457W 142 330
SSN33 Station 332 008-MARK-349 200.7 5 8027H N/A N/A
SSN34 Theta Station 053-MARK-330 131.3 5 2143N 121 300
1
SSN35 Perseus Station 158-MARK-025 132.5 2 1715L 120 250
SSN36 Tania Station1 225-MARK-025 135.5 3 1723S 60 -
SSN37 Upsilon Station 321-MARK-335 117.9 8 1398R 132 280
SSN38 Station 38 168-MARK-333 132.9 6 2116P 58 62
SSN39 Aquilae Station 022-MARK-036 171.8 1 3853-0 146 340
SSN40 Station 40 102-MARK-331 173.9 6 4593V 120 260
SSN41 Station 41 220-MARK-335 168.8 7 4556Q 66 180
SSN42 Station 42 085-MARK-335 181.9 5 6292C 121 300
Notes:
1. STMP Type of station.
2. Sold to a private concern under the provisions of the Organian Peace Treaty with the Klingon
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STAR FLEET OUTPOSTS
Outposts are small stations constructed at the edge for Federation territory or at
Federation Neutral Zones. Their primary function is to monitor the boundary and to
provide the first level of communication in case of attack or invasion. Outposts are also
stationed around Federation Buffer Zones to monitor compliance with zone restrictions.
Outposts that are near Neutral Zones or on the border of hostile territory are generally
constructed inside relatively large asteroids. Such asteroids provide additional protection
from enemy attack since such asteroids are essentially large blocks of iron.
Figure 6a45.6 provides an illustration of the locations of all outposts within Federation
space. As can be seen from this figure, the highest concentration of outposts is in the
areas adjacent to the Romulan and Klingon boundaries. They are essentially used to
monitor the Neutral Zones located there.
Table 6a45.5
TABLE OF STAR FLEET OUTPOSTS
Registry
Vector (ly)
1
SOP1 Outpost 1 111-MARK-014 89.6 2 499O 41 20
SOP2 Outpost 21,2 111-MARK-014 89.6 2 499O * *
SOP15 Outpost 15 078-MARK-045 201.1 1 7463G 44 22
Notes:
1. Asteroid or A-type outpost.
2. Destroyed during the Romulan incursion of 2266.

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TABLE OF STAR FLEET OUTPOSTS - CONTINUED
Registry
Vector (ly)

SOP27 Outpost 27 079-MARK-045 201.1 1 7464I 42 20
SOP31 Outpost 31 116-MARK-011 91.9 2 446K 38 20
SOP32 Outpost 32 116-MARK-011 91.9 2 446K 38 20
SOP37 Outpost 37 078-MARK-034 199.1 1 5451S 40 20
SOP41 Outpost 41 118-MARK-010 97.9 2 468T 40 20
SOP42 Outpost 42 122-MARK-008 101.1 2 982C 40 20
SOP43 Outpost 43 125-MARK-006 128.6 2 1631M 40 20
SOP45 Outpost 45 105-MARK-022 201.4 2 7148D 40 20
SOP46 Outpost 46 101-MARK-026 201.5 2 7211F 40 20
SOP50 Outpost 50 087-MARK-039 201.9 1 7401H 40 20
SOP52 Outpost 52 146-MARK-028 174.2 2 3816V 20 10
SOP53 Outpost 53 149-MARK-028 174.3 2 3817Y 20 10
SOP54 Outpost 54 152-MARK-028 174.4 2 3817V 20 10
SOP55 Outpost 55 035-MARK-019 134.2 1 1701W 38 40
SOP57 Outpost 57 043-MARK-016 135.9 1 1662U 36 38
SOP59 Outpost 59 054-MARK-029 200.9 1 7267H 40 20
SOP62 Outpost 62 073-MARK-031 200.7 1 7271B 40 20
SOP67 Outpost 67 168-MARK-304 209.2 6 8631M 20 -
SOP68 Outpost 68 171-MARK-303 209.2 6 8632L 22 -
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Figure 6a45.1
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Star Fleet Headquarters - Alpha Centauri
Star Fleet Headquarters - Andor
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Figure 6a45.2
LOCATION OF STAR FLEET BASES
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Starbase 3 Starbase 4 Starbase 1
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Starbase 23 Starbase 7 Starbase 9 Empire
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Starbase 16 Starbase 24 Starbase 13
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Figure 6a45.3
LOCATION OF STAR FLEET GARRISONS
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Falcon (SGN-11)
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UM36 (SGN-7) Hamal (SGN-3)
Ceti (SGN-5)
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Xi Bootis (SGN-6) Marsh (SGN-8) Cestus 3 (SGN-9) Gorn
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Figure 6a45.4
LOCATION OF STAR FLEET STATIONS – TREATY ZONE
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Figure 6a45.5
LOCATION OF STAR FLEET STATIONS – EXPLORATION ZONE
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SSN-35 SSN-32
SSN-28
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SSN-22 SSN-21 Klingon Empire
SSN-36 SSN-14
SSN-23 SSN-31
SSN-15
SSN-13 SSN-42
SSN-30 SSN-7 SSN-16 SSN-40 SSN-39
SSN-26 SSN-38 SSN-11
SSN-9 Gorn
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SSN-10 First
SSN-41 SSN-19 SSN-18
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Figure 6a45.6
LOCATION OF STAR FLEET OUTPOSTS
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Romulan Star Empire
Outpost 25
Outpost 44 43 Outpost 20 Outpost 26 Outpost 15 Outpost 16
Outpost Outpost 21 Outpost 36 Outpost 17
Outpost 42 Outpost 35 Outpost 27 Outpost 18
Outpost 54 Outpost 52 Outpost 31 Outpost 23 Outpost 33 Outpost 51 Outpost
0 38
180
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Outpost 30 Outpost 24 Outpost 14 Outpost 50 Outpost
90 40
Outpost 13 Outpost 39
Outpost 29 Outpost 12 Outpost 63 Klingon Empire
Outpost 5 Outpost 46
Outpost 1 Outpost Outpost 59
Outpost 67 45
Outpost 68 Outpost 4 Outpost 2
70 Oph Outpost 3 Outpost 58
Sol Outpost 57 Gorn
61 Cyg Outpost 56 Empire
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Federation
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5.0 STAR FLEET BASE AND STATION

COMMAND
This chapter will be devoted to the command and administration of Star Fleet bases and
space stations. As such, this chapter will primarily discuss the functions of the commander
performing command duty at the individual base and space station types that form the
Shore Establishment.
Section 5.1 discusses the command of large Star Fleet District Headquarters with an
emphasis on the District Commander. The discussion will include the function of the
District Commander and his relationship with the local government.
Section 5.2 deals primarily with the command of Fleet Bases or Starbases. In addition,
the command of Star Base Central and Star Fleet Garrisons will also be discussed.
This section will focus on the functions performed by the commanders of these bases, as
well as the commanders of those commands that are attached to the base.
Section 5.3 deals with the command of Star Fleet Space Stations. Emphasis will be
placed on the specific functions performed by the Station Commander.
Section 5.4 is devoted to the command of the small Outposts that dot Federation space.
Emphasis will be placed on the functions performed by the Outpost Commander.
Section 5.5 deals with the management of Star Fleet Construction facilities, which are
basically managed by the Star Fleet Construction Command.
Section 5.6 discusses the command of the special Tactical or TAC bases that are placed
at strategic locations throughout Federation space. Their function is highly classified and
only a cursory description of their functions will be presented.
Section 5.7 is devoted entirely to base and space station Commanders. This section will
discuss the authority of a facility's Commander as well as those that stand the command
watch. The various Officers in Charge within a facility's organization will also be discussed.
In addition, this section will also discuss who is eligible to command as well as those
attributes that make a good base Commander, or anyone in a leadership position.

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OFFICERS IN COMMAND
Star Fleet Regulations require that someone must be in command of a Star Fleet base
or station at all times. Specifically, Paragraph 1 of Star Fleet Regulation 4130 states:
“Except as otherwise provided herein or otherwise authorized by the Director: Star Fleet
Command, as appropriate, at least one (1) officer, either in command or eligible to
succeed to command, shall be present and ready for duty at each command. ” To be in
command implies that an individual in the Service has been given the authority to lawfully
exercise control over subordinates by virtue of their rank, assignment or position. Given
this power and authority, such officers in command of bases and space stations will be
called “Base Commanders”, "Station Commanders", “Command Duty Officers”, or
“Officers in Command.”
The term "eligibility for command", as defined in Star Fleet Regulation 6120, means
those officers of the line, Star Base Command, who are trained and authorized to
perform all the duties at a Star Fleet facility. However, the eligibility for command will
not, under normal circumstances, apply to Limited Duty Officers and to certain
Restricted Line Officers who are designated to perform only those specialized duties to
which they are assigned or commissioned. Therefore, all persons seeking to command a
Star Fleet base or station, or who might succeed to command a Star Fleet base or
station must meet the requirements regarding their eligibility as defined by the Chief of
Star Fleet Personnel.
The authority of an officer in command is specified in Star Fleet Regulation 5460,

which states: “An officer, either of the line or a Staff Corps, detailed to command by
competent authority, has authority over all officers or other persons attached to the
command, whatever their rank, and whether they are of the line or of a Staff Corps.” In
summary, authority means the license given to an individual to direct and discipline all
personnel under their command, and the license to direct the movements and efforts of all
personnel and equipment under their supervision.
UNIT COMMANDERS
A Unit Commander is one who commands an single element of a Star Fleet force asset.
An elementary unit can be a base, station, outpost or team located at any one of the
aforementioned facilities or any assemblage of equipment or personnel. In all cases an
individual will be assigned the duty of commanding the unit as required under Star Fleet
Regulation 4130.
Small units such as security teams, work parties or other groups of ten individuals or less
will be under the command of an “Officer in Charge.” The term “Officer” does not
necessarily indicate that the person must be a commissioned Star Fleet officer, but as the
senior person authorized to lead the team. Usually, this authorization is conferred upon the
individual in charge by a commissioned officer. Therefore, the Officer in Charge of a unit
of the Star Fleet may be a senior enlisted person with all the authority and responsibility
as a commissioned officer as specified in Star Fleet Regulation 5420.
Large units, such as a Star Fleet base or station, will always be under the command of a
Commander, who will always be a commissioned line officer of command or flag rank
such as a Commander, Captain, or Commodore in the case of a large unit such as a
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Regarding the command of Star Fleet bases and space stations, Star Fleet Regulation
5110 requires that only officers in the line, Star Base Command, are allowed to
command Star Fleet bases and space stations. In addition, and in accordance with
Paragraph 2 of Star Fleet Regulation 5110: “Officers in the line of Star Base Command
(SBC) shall not command Star Fleet ships, unless circumstances require an officer of Star
Base Command, eligible to command, to temporarily assume command when no other
officer in the line Star Ship Command is available or eligible to command, and while such
Star Base Command officer is onboard the vessel.” In addition, the Paragraphs 3 and 4 of
the regulation also states: “Officers in the line Star Fleet Command (SFC) are essentially
administrative officers and as such, shall not command Star Fleet ships or bases.” and
“Officers in the line Star Fleet Marine Corps (MMC) shall not command Star Fleet ships or
bases, but may command such craft as required in the performance of their duty.” In
summary, Star Fleet Regulations limit the command of Star Fleet bases and space
stations to line officers of Star Base Command.
The regulations regarding the command of Star Fleet bases and space stations are
specified in Section 4000 of the Star Fleet Regulations. Where necessary to meet the
missions or duties assigned, an officer in command may organize his or her personnel and
equipment as desired to accomplish the goals and objectives of the command, except
where the officer in charge is assuming the duties of a Commander during his absence
such as in the case of the Command Duty Officer. In such cases, the Command Duty
Officer or CDO is not authorized to make any changes to the existing organization, but is
obliged to maintain the organization and normal routine of the command, and must
accomplish the mission and carry out the affairs of the command in the usual manner as
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SENIOR OFFICER PRESENT
The Senior Officer Present, as defined in Star Fleet Regulation 6110, is the senior
military officer, eligible to command, that is present and in command at the facility. In
general, the term “senior officer” is construed to mean the officer most senior to all other
officers within the command. Seniority is determined by the individual’s precedence as
stated in Star Fleet Regulation 5210 and described in more detail in Chapter 4 of
Volume III of the Star Fleet Command Manual.
The authority of the Senior Officer Present is specified in Star Fleet Regulation
6210, which states: “At all times and places not excluded in these regulations, or in orders
from competent authority, the senior officer present shall assume command and direct
movements and efforts of all personnel in the Star Fleet present, when, in his judgment,
the exercise of authority for the purpose of cooperation or otherwise is necessary. He
shall exercise his authority in a manner consistent with the full operational command
vested in the Commanders of unified or specified commands.” The authority of the Senior
Officer Present is somewhat similar to that of a Commander, but with certain
restrictions. For example, the Senior Officer Present may not alter his or her command
from the function or operation assigned to it by a higher authority. The Senior Officer
Present may only change such orders if the public interest requires it. In addition, and in
most cases, the Senior Officer Present cannot make major changes to the organization
he or she is taking command of since he or she is only in temporary command. However,
during war or conflict where the Senior Officer Present is taking command of the unit
that is engaging the enemy, he or she can organize the command in any manner he or she
wishes in order to prevail in the conflict.
When Local Forces are present in deep space or around the base or space station, the
Senior Officer Present will be the senior Star Fleet officer, regardless if the Local
Force Commander is senior in rank to the Star Fleet Commander as stated in Star
Fleet Regulation 6220, or the Local Force is outside the Jurisdictional Authority of
the base or station. However, when a Star Fleet base or station is located within a
member system, the Senior Officer Present will be the senior Local Force
Commander, regardless of the seniority of the Star Fleet Commander, except as
authorized by the Federation Council or the Military Staff Committee. However, the
senior Local Force Commander cannot command the Star Fleet base or space station,
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5.1 COMMAND OF STAR FLEET DISTRICT

HEADQUARTERS
Star Fleet District Headquarters are very large “System Bases” built on the member
worlds of the United Federation of Planets. They are the Regional or District
Headquarters for the Star Fleet. Since Star Fleet was initially made up of the forces of
the five original member systems it is only fitting that each system be represented within
Star Fleet. As such, there are only five District Headquarters, also known as a District
Base, within the entire Federation.
District Bases are primarily administrative facilities that may contain both Star Fleet and
Local Forces. These bases act as liaison sites between the member government and Star
Fleet and as such, the commanders of these bases, called District Base Commanders,
not only have the responsibility over the Star Fleet forces assigned to them, but must
also interact with local government officials and military commanders as well. The basic
purpose and functions for District Headquarters are as follows:
1. To keep the five signatory governments working together and to provide consistency
regarding Federation and Star Fleet policy. In this regard District Headquarters
have a political purpose to them.
2. To serve as the bases for the protection of the home worlds of the five signatory
members of the Federation in addition to the Local Force operating from the planet.
Both the Local Force and the Star Fleet Force will share the same base facilities,
though the Local Force may have other military bases on the same planet as well.
3. To serve as centers for military justice within the District. All military court-martials for
both Star Fleet and Local Forces will be held in the courts located at these bases.
4. To function as liaison between Star Fleet, the Federation and the member systems,
and to function as the point of contact for the commanders of the Local Forces. As
such, these bases will be the headquarters for the Local Force Liaison Officers, or
FORCEREPS, as well.
5. To function as the primary source of recruits and the center for recruit training, as well
as for fleet and specialty training. As such, these bases are equipped with extensive
recruit and fleet training facilities. In addition, all Star Fleet Headquarters will also
have annexes to the Star Fleet Academy, which is headquartered on Earth.
All five of these District Headquarters are located inside the Treaty Zone. There are
no such headquarters outside in the Exploration Zone at this time. The Jurisdictional
Authority of these headquarters encompasses only the area that surrounds the base
because the base is situated on a member world. Therefore, Jurisdictional Authority for
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DISTRICT BASE COMMANDER
The commander of such Star Fleet District Headquarters will usually have several titles
associated with this position. As commander of the physical base, he or she will have the
title of Commander: Star Fleet Headquarters <Member Planet> or COM<System
Name>. For example, the Commander: Star Fleet Headquarters Earth will also be
known as COMSOL[1]. However, since the commander of such headquarters is also the
commander of the region, he will also be known as the Regional Commander, or the
District Base Commander, or the District Commandant. This role is not the same as
that of the Sector Commandant since the District Commandant is restricted only to
the forces within the immediate area as seen in Figure 6a51.2. However, the District
Commandant is a representative of and acts in behalf of the Chief of Star Fleet
Operations, through the Commandant: Federation Treaty Zone, regarding any
diplomatic matter within his region, as stated in Section 3.2 in Volume II of the Star Fleet
Command Manual. As the District Commandant, the District Base Commander will
have the title of Commandant: <Member System> District (e.g. Commandant:
Andor District) as illustrated in Figure 6a51.3. Lastly, the District Base Commander
will typically be an officer of the line (SFC) and will have the rank of Rear Admiral. The
Chain of Command for the District Base Commander is illustrated in Figure 6a51.1.
DISTRICT FORCES
As with all large Star Fleet bases, Star Fleet District Headquarters will house a large
contingent of forces for the protection of the base and of the region of space the base has
jurisdiction over. Such District Headquarters will normally contain a contingent of Star
Fleet Marine Corps troops of Division strength. This force will be commanded by the
Commander: <nth> Fleet Marine Division, with the designation of COMDIV<n>.
The Fleet Marine Division Commander will normally have the rank of Rear Admiral
(MMC) and will report directly to the Sector Fleet Marine Force Commander located
at the Sector Base, and to the Commandant: Star Fleet Marine Corps.
Star Fleet District Headquarters will also contain at large contingent of Attack Craft,
which may be organized into several Wings. These wings will be operated and
commanded by both Star Ship Command and Star Fleet Marine Corps personnel. The
function of these wings is for base and region protection and law enforcement, and as a
source of replacement craft for Battle Groups that may require them. In command of
these wings will be the Commander: Fighter Attack Wing <n>. The commanders of
these wings will be both from Star Ship Command and the Star Fleet Marine Corps
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FLOTILLA HOME PORTS
Since all Star Fleet District Headquarters are located entirely within the Federation
Treaty Zone, the two permanent Star Fleet Flotillas will utilize these bases as "Home
Ports." As with the fleets, the two Flotillas are also subdivided into Fleet Squadrons.
As such, Fleet Squadron One (FLTRON 1) will be stationed around Star Fleet District
Headquarters - Alpha Centauri; Fleet Squadron Two (FLTRON 2) will be stationed
at Star Fleet District Headquarters - Andor; Fleet Squadron Three (FLTRON 3)
will be stationed at Star Fleet District Headquarters - Rigel; and Fleet Squadron
Four (FLTRON 4) will be stationed around Sigma Station - Star Fleet Station Four
(SSN-4). The reason that the last squadron was situated at a space station was because
there is no District Base in the area patrolled by FLTRON 4. Therefore, the nearest Star
Fleet facility was chosen as the squadron's Home Port. As such, the Sigma Station was
given a larger Jurisdictional Area than most other Star Fleet stations.
DISTRICT STAFF REPRESENTATIVE
All District Star Fleet Headquarters will have a District Staff Representative for the
purpose of maintaining good relations between the member systems and Star Fleet, and
to develop relationships with new or non-member systems. In addition, these consular
individuals will be the first to act as mediators for disputes involving the local government
and the Federation, and will invoke their Article 33 and 34 authorities to the pacific
settlement of a dispute, or to mediate until a representative of the Federation Council
becomes available. District Staff Representatives, or STFREPs, will normally step into
the negotiation process after the local Fleet Representative has ensured the STFREP
that hostilities have ceased. At the present time there are only eleven District Staff
Representatives, which are stationed on the System Bases of every member world of
the Federation. Each STFREP is a Staff Corps officer of the Diplomatic Corps and
has the rank of Commander (DPL). STFREPs are appointed to their position directly by
the Deputy Chief: Bureau of Planetary Relations, with the approval of the Chief of
Star Fleet Representatives. The District Staff Representative will only have a small
staff of about three persons to handle the administrative duties of the office.
LOCAL FORCE LIAISON OFFICER
District Star Fleet Headquarters that are located on worlds having their own Local
Force will have a Star Fleet Local Force Liaison Officer assigned to it. The function of
the Local Force Liaison Officer, or FORCEREP, is to maintain close relationships with
Local Force commanders and to communicate to the Local Force Commander any
plans Star Fleet may have regarding the use of such forces. In addition, the FORCEREP
will assess the state of readiness of the Local Force by working within the Local Force
command structure and participating in Local Force meetings and operations. The Local
Force Liaison Officer will typically have the rank of Captain (SSC) and will report
directly to the Deputy Chief: Adjunct Forces. FORCEREPS are selected by the Deputy
Chief: Adjunct Forces with the cooperation of the Sector Commandants and Fleet
Commanders. Typically, the officers selected for this duty are senior officers from the
Operating Forces with command experience. As such, they will normally be former
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District bases are also the central location for general and specialized fleet training as well.
These bases have extensive training facilities, including a Star Fleet Academy Annex.
Basically, the Star Fleet Academy is a military institution for the undergraduate and
graduate education of officers for Star Fleet service. The chief mission of the Star Fleet
Academy is to develop Midshipmen morally, mentally, and physically. In addition to its
technical education, the Academy will also imbue in Midshipmen the highest ideals of
duty, honor, and loyalty in order that it may provide Star Fleet with graduates who are
dedicated to a career within the Star Fleet Service, and that have the potential for future
development in mind and that have the character to assume the highest responsibilities of
command. The main facility of the Star Fleet Academy is located on the planet Earth in
the city of San Francisco, but there are also several annexes located on the home worlds
of the original five signatories to the Articles of Federation. The function of these
annexes is to provide Star Fleet with a large collection of well-educated officers from
many backgrounds, and to avoid the overloading of students at the central facility. These
annexes are managed by the Star Fleet Academy Annex Command, which coordinates
and standardizes the degree and educational programs at each of the annexes. A view of a
typical campus of an Academy annex can be seen in Figure 6a51.4.
In charge of these Star Fleet Academy Annexes will be the Commandant: Star Fleet
Academy Annex <- Member System>, who is an officer of the line (SFC) and will
typically have the rank of Captain. The Academy Annex Commandant is selected by
and reports directly to the Commandant: Star Fleet Academy or the COMCAD.

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Figure 6a51.1
STAR FLEET DISTRICT BASE ORGANIZATION
District Base CO District Base

Command Staff RADM Commander

RADM Marine Division LEUT Secretary
STFREP District Staff JUD District

CMDR Representative CAPT Judge Advocate
AW Commander: ENG Commander:

COMO Fighter Attack Wing COMO Fleet Repair Facility
PER District TRN District

CAPT Recruiting Officer CAPT Training Officer
AFOR Local Force RCT Commander: Recruit

CAPT Liaison Officer CAPT Training Center
XO District Base
COMO Executive Officer
OPS Base Operations FAC Base Facilities and MED Base Medical SEC Base Security
CAPT Officer CMDR Services Officer CMDR Officer CMDR Officer
FLT Base Transportation CFT Base Materiel INT Base Intelligence DEF Base Defense
CMDR Officer CMDR Officer CMDR Officer CMDR Officer

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Figure 6a51.2
STAR FLEET DISTRICTS
25 ly
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15 ly
10 ly
5 ly
1350
Star Fleet Headquarters - Tellar

1800 900
Star Fleet Headquarters -Rigel

2250 450
Star Fleet Headquarters - Earth Starbase Central
Star Fleet Headquarters - Alpha Centauri
Star Fleet Headquarters - Andor
270
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Figure 6a51.3
STAR FLEET DISTRICT CHAIN OF COMMAND
CSFO
Chief of Star Fleet
Operations
ADML
COMSEC0 Commandant:
Federation Treaty
VADM Zone
COMDIST1 COMDIST2 Commandant: COMDIST3 COMDIST4

Commandant: Commandant: Commandant:
Alpha Centauri
Earth-Mars District Rigel District Andor District
RADM RADM District RADM RADM
COMDIST5
Commandant:
Tellar District
RADM

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Figure 6a51.4
EXAMPLE OF A STAR FLEET ACADEMY ANNEX AT A DISTRICT FLEET HEADQUARTERS

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5.2 COMMAND OF STAR FLEET BASES

Star Fleet bases are large facilities placed on planets or large planetoids and are generally
known as Starbases. Starbases are the primary command and control centers outside
the Federation Treaty Zone and are the largest type of base within the Star Fleet
Shore Establishment. They are typically stationary structures constructed on planets,
planetoids or large asteroids and are basically of two types: Fleet Starbases and System
Starbases. Fleet Starbases are large facilities constructed on planets or planetoids that
are uninhabited or on a world that is not a member of the Federation. System Bases,
on the other hand, are large ground facilities located on a home world of a Federation
member. These bases are primarily administrative facilities that may contain both Star
Fleet and Local forces. Both types of bases serve as major command and support centers
for the fleet.
Starbases are commanded by a Base Commander, a flag officer of the line, Star Base
Command, with the rank of Commodore, and will have the title of “Commander:
Starbase <n>”, with the designation COMBASE<n>. The primary responsibility of the
Starbase Commander is the command and control of the Operating Forces located
within his or her area, to support these forces, and to act as Area Commander to the
forces within the base’s Jurisdictional Authority*, which encompasses a sphere 2AU in
diameter for most Starbases. An Area Commander is defined as the senior officer of all
the forces within that sector, area or region of space. All operational orders to the forces
within that region will originate from the Area Commander and do not, on their own,
initiate operations for the Starships that happen to be in the area, but merely relay
command orders from a higher authority. However, Area Commanders will have direct
authority over all ground troops within their jurisdiction. Within the Star Fleet chain of
command, all Area Commanders report directly to the Sector Commandant of the
sector their command is located.
Jurisdictional Authority also includes the authority over all civilians operating in and
around the area of space under the control of the Base Commander. All private and
commercial spacecraft operating within the base's Jurisdictional Authority will be under
the control of Base Commander. Starbases typically monitor spacecraft activity within
the area and any deviations from flight plans or violations of navigational regulations will
result in the pursuit, apprehension, and detainment of the vessel's pilot and crew by the
base's security force. Star Fleet bases usually contain a wing of Interceptor craft for the
purpose of local space law enforcement.
In addition, Base Commanders also have authority concerning the speed and the areas
of space that vessels can operate within the base's sphere of influence. When a vessel
enters this area or orbits around the base, the Base Commander is in complete charge
regarding the placement and speed of the vessel, and permission from the Base
Commander must be granted in order that the vessel is allowed to orbit around and the
crew enter base property. However, although the Base Commander has authority over
the handling of the vessel within his sphere of command, he has no authority regarding
the internal operation of any vessel as specified in Star Fleet Regulation 5520.
*See Section 5.3 of Volume I for the definition of Jurisdictional Authority.

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In addition to being area command centers, the primary duty of the Base Commander is
to support the fleet. In terms of fleet operations, bases support the fleet with supplies and
equipment, fuel, craft; are the source for troops; act as repair and refurbishment facilities,
and centers for rest and recreation. Each octant will be assigned a fleet of ships under the
command of a Fleet Commander and within each octant, Star Fleet bases will be there
to support the Fleet Commander. In general, most of the operational missions for Star
Fleet will be executed by the fleet.
Where Star Fleet ships are assigned a base as its Home Port, the Base Commander
shall provide the crews of these vessels with living quarters and facilities for their rest and
recuperation. In those situations where ship crews are living on the base, they will come
under the authority of the Base Commander and all ship's personnel must follow base
rules and regulations as required by Star Fleet Regulation 5520.
COMMAND OF STARBASE CENTRAL
Star Base Central is the central headquarters for the entire Star Fleet, which was built
in accordance with ARTICLES 67 and 73 of the Star Fleet Charter and is located at 000-
MARK-000 in the SCS system. The purpose of Star Base Central, also known as Sector
Base 0, is to house the central administrative offices for Star Fleet and to direct the
Operating Forces of Star Fleet from this central location.
The base is administered and commanded by an officer of line (SBC) tasked with the
responsibility of managing the operations of the base. The officer in command has the title
of “Commander: Starbase Central” or COMCENTBASE and will have the rank of
Commodore. However, unlike all other Star Fleet bases and stations, the commander of
Star Base Central does not report to Star Fleet Operations, but directly to the Star
Fleet Chief of Staff. As such, the Star Fleet Chief of Staff will direct COMCENTBASE
regarding the operation of the base and to fulfill any requests made by the Director: Star
Fleet Command regarding any special activities that may occur on the station.
COMMAND OF SECTOR BASES
Each octant of the Federation Exploration Zone will contain one base which will act as
the command center for the entire octant as required under ARTICLE 68 of the Star Fleet
Charter. These bases, called Sector Bases, will house the Sector Commandant, the
Fleet Commander and all the administrative offices required to command and control the
forces within the octant and therefore, there are eight such bases. All orders and directives
issued by Star Fleet Command will be sent to the Sector Base for dissemination among
the forces within that octant. In command of the Sector Base is the Commander:
Sector Base <n>, where 'n' is the octant number from 1 to 8. The Sector Base
Commander will be an officer of the line, Star Base Command, and will have the rank
of Commodore. The function of the Sector Base Commander is the management of
the base and its staff, though the Sector Base Commander will report directly to the
Sector Commandant as part of the operation within the octant. However, the Sector
Commandant will not interfere or make changes to the staff organization of the Sector
Base Commander in accordance with Star Fleet Regulation 6240.

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COMMAND OF STAR FLEET GARRISONS
Star Fleet Garrisons are fixed bases, usually installed on small planetoids, containing a
large number of Marine Corps troops, usually of Division strength or approximately
11,700. In addition to the troops the garrison will also contain around 150 Star Base
Command personnel to manage and support the base and its troops. The basic function
of the garrison is to provide a source of ground assault forces during times of war, and will
typically be located in the outlying regions of Federation space near trouble areas.
Garrisons are also a source for outpost and deep space station personnel for duty rotation.
Garrisons have very little fleet support capabilities, concentrating more on housing,
training and supporting the Fleet Marine forces stationed there. Garrisons are primarily
supply bases for the equipment and supplies needed to support the ground forces in the
area, but Star Fleet ships may take advantage of these resources if needed. In addition,
the garrison will also support any G-class Ground AssaultH vessel that may be attached
to the garrison as well. The function of the Ground Assault ship is to transport the troops
from the garrison to the action. As such, the garrison will act as the Home Port for the
Assault ship and the garrison will be home to the troops while not deployed on the ship.
Star Fleet Garrisons are commanded by a Garrison Commander, a flag officer of the
line (SBC) with the rank of Commodore, and will have the title of “Commander: Star
Fleet Garrison <n>” or COMFLTGAR<n>. The primary responsibility of the Garrison
Commander is to support the Fleet Marine Corps troops assigned to the garrison,
which will be under the command of a Marine Division Commander, an officer of the
line (MMC) with the rank of Rear Admiral or Commodore as well. As such, the Marine
Division Commander has precedence over the Garrison Commander and therefore,
the Garrison Commander works for the Marine Division Commander and will receive
all operational orders from him. The typical command organization for a Garrison can be
seen in Figure 6a52.2.
Although the Garrison Commander reports to the Marine Division Commander, the
Marine Commander will have no direct command jurisdiction over the Star Base
Command personnel stationed at the base. All command and discipline of the garrison
base operations personnel will be handled by the Garrison Commander. The Marine
Division Commander will only direct the Garrison Commander regarding the support
measures that will be provided by the base.
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COMMAND OF INTERNAL BASE FACILITIES
The command structure of any base contains those departments and organizations needed
to support the mission to which the base is assigned. The majority of the organizations at
a base are for the operational support of the base. In charge of these organizations will be
the Department Heads that report directly to the Base Commander as illustrated in
Figure 6a52.1. The subsections below will describe the usual facilities that can be found on
any base, primarily on Starbases constructed on planets, However, regarding the large
enclosed Free-floatingI Command Starbases, such as Starbase One, a smaller form
of these facilities may be present on the station.
COMMAND OF BASE MEDICAL FACILITIES
In general, all Star Fleet commands, whether they are bases, stations or vessels, have
medical facilities designed and built to handle the general health and well-being of its
personnel. These are moderately-sized hospitals and medical centers that can perform all
the major and minor medical and surgical procedures. Such medical facilities also house
other medical professions such as Dentistry, Radiology, Psychology, Physical Therapy and
other medical specialties. These base medical facilities are essentially designed to handle
only the Star Fleet population stationed at the base, which includes both dependents as
well as service personnel, and normally cannot service the population of the inhabitants of
the world the base is located. However, if the need exists or a disaster occurs on the world
the base is located that may require additional assistance, the Base Commander may
direct the Base Medical Officer to render assistance as allowed under Star Fleet
Regulation 6620.
In command of the Base Medical Facility is the Base Medical Officer. The Base
Medical Officer will always be an officer from the Medical Corps as required by Star
Fleet Regulation 5461, which states: "An officer of the Medical Corps detailed as Chief
Medical Officer of a command shall have full authority over the medical personnel and
facilities under his command, including those medical facilities attached to or part of an
existing command under the authority of a line Commanding Officer ." As such, the Base
Medical Officer is in command of all the doctors, medical officers, nurses and medical
technicians stations at the facility, including any civilian medical personnel that may be
employed by the facility. The Base Medical Officer will usually hold the rank of
Commander (MED) and under him will be the various officers and civilian personnel that
comprise his staff.
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COMMAND OF BASE SECURITY FACILITIES
Base security facilities come in three forms: a) law enforcement, b) base security and c)
base defense, all of which come under the direct cognizance of the Base Commander.
First, the law-enforcement function will be provided by the Base Military Police force.
The function of the Military Police is to maintain law and order on Star Fleet bases.
However, this function is not the same as the regular security force, which is designed to
guard sensitive areas and perform plain clothes security functions. The Military Police is
a uniformed force that is deployed by the Star Fleet Base Law Enforcement Section
of the Office of Star Fleet Base Security. The Military Police is usually a small force
of security personnel under the direction of a Provost Marshal used strictly to enforce
base regulations and policy, such as enforcing ground vehicle speed limits, enforcing the
regulations regarding vehicular registration and operation, and investigating crimes that
occur on the base, and managing the base Brigs used to detain suspects and criminals.
The facilities and equipment associated with the Military Police force will be under the
command of the Base Provost Marshal, an officer from the Star Fleet Security
Command (SEC) with a rank of Commander. The Provost Marshal reports directly to
the Base Commander regarding the enforcement of base law and policy.
Second, base security basically entails the physical security of the premises, which is
carried-out by the Base Security Force. The Base Security Force is the largest security
organization on base as it contains the personnel from the Star Fleet Security Forces
Command assigned to provide base protection and to maintain peace and security
around the space under control of the base. The Base Security Force is the first line of
defense against attack and incursion by hostile forces. In addition, the Base Security
Force will also be used to enforce Federation law in the space around the base where
the Base Commander has Jurisdictional Authority. This aspect of law enforcement is
executed through the use of combat type Interceptors grouped into Patrol Squadrons.
The Base Security Force will be under the command of the Base Security Officer, a
line officer from the Star Fleet Security Division and will have the rank of Commander
(SFC).
Lastly, base defense will be provided by two separate commands: 1) the attached Star
Fleet Marine Corps troops stationed at the base and 2) the Base Security Force in the
operation of the base defense weaponry. Should the base come under attack and enemy
ground troops land on the world the base is located, the enemy force will be repelled by
the Star Fleet Marine Force stationed at the base, which will be of Division strength or
about 11,000 troopers, though divided into several Brigades. The Star Fleet Marine
Force will also be used to repel enemy craft orbiting around or stationed near the base.
This will be performed using the combat craft wings stationed at the base. Attack
Squadrons of combatant craft are generally assigned to Star Fleet bases and stations.
The function of these squadrons is to protect the base from attack. This is accomplished
by continually patrolling around and within the base’s sphere of influence. Therefore, their
operating range typically will extend to only about 5 AU or approximately 750 million km
from the base.
The commanders of the Star Fleet Marine Brigades stationed at the base will be line
officers, MMC, and will have the title of Commander: Fleet Marine Brigade<n> and
will typically have the rank of Commodore. All of these Brigade Commanders will
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COMMAND OF BASE SERVICES AND UTILITIES
Base services and utilities are those systems used to provide the base and its personnel
with needed commodities such as water, electricity, telecommunications, transportation,
and in some cases breathing air. As such, the Office of Base Services is the organization
that provides the base and its inhabitants with the needed accommodations such as
housing, shopping, restaurants, etc.; commodities such as water, heat, electricity, etc.;
and activities, such as ground maintenance, infrastructure repair, etc., as required by the
inhabitants of the base. In charge of providing essential services will be the Base
Services Officer, who is usually an officer of the line, Star Base Command, or a Staff
Corps officer of the Engineering Corps, and will usually have the rank of Lieutenant
Commander, and reports directly to the Base Facilities and Services Officer.
COMMAND OF BASE AGRICULTURAL FACILITIES
Large Star Fleet bases usually have extensive farm and agricultural facilities for its food
supply and research projects. Usually, depending upon the soil conditions on the planet,
large tracts of land will be set aside for farming and agricultural research. In addition, the
land will also hold the buildings and offices necessary for the management of the farms
and research areas. These areas come under the control of the Agricultural Section of
the Base Operations Department. In charge of the farming operation will be the Base
Agricultural Officer, who is usually an officer of the line, Star Base Command, or a
Staff Corps officer of the Science Corps, and will usually have the rank of Lieutenant
Commander. The Base Agricultural Officer reports directly to the Base Operations
Officer as a member of the Base Operations Department.
COMMAND OF BASE PARKS AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES
Parks and recreational facilities at Star Fleet bases are a part of the environment that
constitutes life on a Star Fleet base. Their basic purpose is to provide a feeling of being
at home and as such, adds to the psychological well-being of the personnel stationed at or
visiting the base. Parks and recreational areas are for use by all persons, both Star Fleet
service and non-service personnel. However, parks may not be for use by or accessed by
the general population of the planet where the base and the park is located since there
may be a security issue associated with such access. Therefore, only personnel that have
access to the base may partake of Star Fleet parks and recreational areas.
Parks and recreational areas are controlled by the Office of Base Facilities. This office is
responsible for the development and maintenance of all the parks and recreational areas
at a base. In charge of this operation is the Base Facilities Officer, who is also in charge
of all other minor facilities such as the public bathrooms. The Base Facilities Officer will be
an officer of the line, Star Base Command, or a Staff Corps officer of the Engineering
Corps, and will usually have the rank of Lieutenant Commander, and reports directly to
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COMMAND OF ATTACHED BASE FACILITIES
Attached base facilities are those commands or units that are physically and managerially
connected with the base that may not come under the direct authority of the Base
Commander, but that the commanders of such attached facilities will report to the Base
Commander as part of the "Base Command Staff" as illustrated in Figure 6a52.1. As
such, the purpose of this section is to describe the functions of the commanders in charge
of these attached facilities and their relationship with the primary Base Commander.
COMMAND OF MARINE CORPS TROOPS
As stated earlier Star Fleet bases carry a large detachment of ground troops for the
defense of the base. This force will typically be of Division strength, or about 11,000
Marine Corps troops along with their ground attack vehicles and combat spacecraft.
Typically, a Starbase will contain several Brigades of Marine Corps troops stationed at
the base, each headed by a Brigade Commander with the rank of Commodore, the
total of which will be equivalent to a full Division of troops. However, only on Star Fleet
Garrisons will the Marine Corps Force be an entire Division under the command of a
Division Commander with the rank of Rear Admiral (MMC).
On Sector Bases, however, the Fleet Marine contingent is of Force strength, which
means that the force located at the Sector Base is comprised of more than a single
Division. Due to the fact that there are only eight Sector Bases, the number of Fleet
Marine forces will only be eight. These forces are numbered from one to eight and have
the designation of Sector Fleet Marine Force <n> with title of Commander: Sector
Marine Forces <n>, with the rank of Vice Admiral (MMC) in accordance with Star
Fleet Regulation 5711.
COMMAND OF FIGHTER CRAFT WINGS
Star Fleet bases are large military facilities equipped with both fixed and mobile weapon
systems that are used primarily for defense. As such, Star Fleet bases will contain large
numbers of Attack, Fighter and Interceptor craft, which will be assigned to one or
more Wings. These craft are not only used for base and regional protection, and regional
law enforcement, but also as a source of replacement craft for the fleet as well. As stated
in the previous subsection, these combat craft will be used to defend the base and the
space around the base within a volume of space with an equivalent diameter of 5 AU.
In overall command of the base Attack Wing will be the Attack Wing Commander.
The Attack Wing Commander will be an officer of the line (SSC) with the rank of
Commodore, and will have the title of Commander: Attack Wing <n>. However, the
Fleet Marine Force stationed at the base will also command its own Wings of combat
craft. The commander of the Fleet Marine Force Wing will also have the same title and
rank as his Star Ship Command counterpart as specified in Star Fleet Regulation
5712, which states: "The officer detailed as Commander of a Star Fleet combat craft Wing
shall be an officer of the line, Star Ship Command (SSC), except if such wing belongs to
the Star Fleet Marine Corps, eligible for command, usually a flag officer holding the rank of
Commodore, and his title shall be known as Commander: Fleet Attack Wing. The Wing
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COMMAND OF REPAIR FACILITIES[2]
Most Star Fleet bases have a large facility for the repair and maintenance of ships and
space craft. These facilities are managed by the Star Fleet Construction Command,
specifically, the Star Fleet Bureau of Docks and Yards. These are primarily engineering
facilities and therefore, will be managed by officers of the Star Fleet Engineering Corps
or the Star Fleet Construction Corps. The majority of the repair and maintenance
facilities that are used at Star Fleet bases will be Mobile Repair, or MR Units. These
are mobile Drydocks or construction frames used for extensive repairs of Star Fleet
ships and contain small repair and fabrication shops and offices attached to the frame. A
more detailed description of ship repair facilities can be found in Section 5.5 of this
volume.
In command of this facility will be Commander: Fleet Repair Facility, who will be an
officer of the Star Fleet Engineering or Construction Corps as specified in Star Fleet
Regulation 5790. This regulation states: "The officer detailed to command a Star Fleet
engineering or construction facility shall be an officer of the Engineering Corps, eligible for
command, and shall have the same authority over the engineering or construction facility
or area, and the personnel contained therein, as that described for any Commanding
Officer. However, if such an engineering or construction facility is attached to a shore
command, the officer detailed to command the engineering or construction facility shall
come under the direct command of the base or station Commander ." The Commander:
Fleet Repair Facility will usually have the rank of Commodore and will usually have his
or her office on the base, though most of the work will be performed in space and in orbit
around the base. All scheduling of the work to be performed on Star Fleet ships at the
base will be done at the engineering offices of the facility located on the base site.
COMMAND OF MEDICAL FACILITIES
Some of the larger Star Fleet bases will have an area set aside for a substantial Star
Fleet Regional Medical Center. The function of the Regional Medical Center is to
serve as the center for medical attention for the entire region the Star Fleet base serves,
which will include medical services to the civilian population within the region as well as to
the Service members. All planets and worlds within the region may utilize the services of
the Medical Center. This policy was instituted primarily because the worlds or colonies
within the area may not have adequate medical services available to them. Therefore, and
in accordance with ARTICLE 9 of the Star Fleet Charter, such facilities were constructed
to meet Star Fleet's support obligation. An example of a Regional Medical Center can
be seen in Figure 6a52.3.
In command of this facility will be the Regional Star Fleet Medical Officer. The
Regional Medical Officer will be an officer of the Medical Corps, as specified in Star
Fleet Regulation 5780, and which states: "The officer detailed to command a Star Fleet
hospital or medical facility shall be an officer of the Medical Corps, eligible for command,
and shall have the same authority over the hospital, facility or area, and the personnel
contained therein, as that described for any Commanding Officer. However, if such a
medical facility is within a line Starship, Hospital ship or attached to a shore command, the
officer detailed to command the hospital or medical facility shall come under the direct
command of the ship’s Commanding Officer or the base’s Commanding Officer ." The
Regional Medical Officer will have the rank of Commodore and will be responsible for
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COMMAND OF JUDICIAL FACILITIES
Star Fleet bases typically contain a large section of its property devoted to law and
justice, where the Regional Court and Star Fleet Law Offices are located. These
facilities generally come under the authority and command of the Office of the Star
Fleet Judge Advocate General and as such, almost all the personnel working in this
region will be officers and administrative technicians from the Star Fleet Judicial Corps.
Specifically, the courts at Starbases come under the direction of the Star Fleet Bureau
of Courts, and the Law Offices will come under the command of the Star Fleet Bureau
of Justice. All military Courts-Martials and civilian trials will be held in the courtrooms
located in this facility.
In charge of the judicial facilities at any Star Fleet base will be the Space Sector Judge
Advocate, who reports directly to the Star Fleet Judge Advocate General. The Space
Sector Judge Advocate will be an officer from the Judicial Corps and will usually hold
the rank of Captain, as specified in Star Fleet Regulation 5791. This regulation states:
"The officer detailed to command a Star Fleet court or judicial facility shall be an officer of
the Judicial Corps, eligible for command, and shall have the same authority over the court,
courtrooms, legal facility or area, and the personnel contained therein, as that described
for any Commanding Officer. However, if such a judicial facility is attached to a shore
command, the officer detailed to command the court or judicial facility shall come under
the direct command of the base or station Commander ." It is the Space Sector Judge
Advocate who will assign Star Fleet judges, magistrates and lawyers to the cases that
are up before the bar.
COMMAND OF CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES
In most cases where there is a Star Fleet court or judicial facility there is usually a Star
Fleet correctional facility as well. Star Fleet bases will generally have Federation prisons
and detention facilities near the base site, but which are placed far enough away so as to
not interfere with normal operation of the base. In addition, some bases may even house a
penal colony for the non-violent criminals or a maximum security installation for the more
violent or psychotic criminals.
All Star Fleet prisons and correctional facilities are considered Federation facilities and
will be under the command and management of the Star Fleet Office of Prisons and
Brigs organization of the Star Fleet Bureau of Corrections. The personnel stationed at
these correctional facilities will come from the Star Fleet Security Forces Command
and will be specifically trained in prison methods and detention technology.
In charge of the correctional facilities at any Star Fleet base will be the Commander:
<Base Name> Correctional Facility, with the designation COMSFPRISONFAC<n>.
The Correctional Facility Commander will usually be a line officer from the Star Fleet
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COMMAND OF TRAINING FACILITIES
Star Fleet bases usually contain facilities for the training and education of Star Fleet
service personnel. These facilities are not part of the base's organization, but are managed
either by the Star Fleet Training Command (TRAINCOM) of the Star Fleet Division
of Education, or the Star Fleet Office of Personnel Training within the Star Fleet
Bureau of Personnel or both. These are separate and individual commands that will be
under the command of officers from the above offices. However, the commanders of these
training facilities will come under the Base Commander's authority. All personnel
associated with these training commands must adhere to the rules and regulations of the
base.
The training facilities managed by the Star Fleet Office of Personnel Training are
usually those associated with recruit or new employee training. The Star Fleet Office of
Personnel Training is principally responsible for the initial training and indoctrination of
personnel entering the Star Fleet Service, and for the orientation and training of civilians
employed by Star Fleet. The officer in charge of this facility will usually have the rank of
Captain (SFC) and will have the title of Commander: Star Fleet Recruit Training
Center <-Name | Sector>.
The training and educational facilities managed by the Star Fleet Training Command
are those related to the elementary and advanced training in administrative and technical
fields of study. Many facilities may also contain annexes to the Star Fleet Academy. As
such, these facilities are known as Star Fleet Training Centers or Fleet Schools. A
Star Fleet Training Center is typically a large base facility containing several types of
schools designed to provide elementary and advanced training in many fields of
specialization. Star Fleet Training Centers are primarily designed for enlisted personnel
in pursuit of their specialty. Fleet Schools, on the other hand, are smaller facilities with
limited areas of specialization. These facilities are generally located within smaller Star
Fleet bases and stations. They are primarily designed for more highly specialized training
within a field, or as schools to update, or enhance an individual’s knowledge within their
area of specialization, or for training on a specific system or piece of equipment. The
officer in charge of this facility will usually have the rank of Captain (SFC) and will have
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COMMAND OF FLEET SUPPLY FACILITIES
Star Fleet bases usually have two independent facilities for the storage and maintenance
of supplies and equipment: one for base use, and the other for fleet use. The base supply
facility comes under the management of the Base Supply Officer, who reports directly to
the Base Commander as a Department Head within the base's Chain of Command. As
such, the Base Supply Officer will work with the Office of Star Fleet Base Materiel in
allocating the supplies and equipment for base use.
On the other hand, Star Fleet Supply Depots contain the warehouses and storage areas
that house the supplies and equipment for use by the fleet and all the forces within the
base's Jurisdictional Area. In general, Star Fleet Supply Depots are somewhat large
facilities since they must house all forms of tools, machinery, equipment, spare parts, food,
water and other materials for all the forces operating within the region. As such, the
facility generally covers a very large area of land near the base in order to contain all the
buildings and warehouses needed to support the depot. Star Fleet Supply Depots come
under the direct management of the Star Fleet Office of Material Management of the
Star Fleet Supply Command and as such, does not come under the direct authority of
the Base Commander or the Base Supply Officer. However, personnel at the depot
must conform to the rules and regulations of the base command as required under by
Star Fleet Regulation 5520 and ARTICLE 13 of the Star Fleet Charter.
In charge of the Supply Depot will be the Commander: Fleet Supply Facility <Base
Name>, and will have a designation of COMFLTSUPFAC<n>. The COMFLTSUPFAC
will usually be a Staff Corps officer from the Supply Corps (SUP) and will usually have
the rank of Captain (SUP). The COMFLTSUPFAC will usually be assigned to the facility
by the Commander: Star Fleet Material Management and reports directly to the
Commander: Star Fleet Storage Facilities regarding the material condition of the
facility and to the Deputy Chief: Star Fleet Supply for the materials and equipment that
are being stored. The COMFLTSUPFAC has very little interaction with the Base
Commander, but will work with the Base Supply Officer regarding supply requests for
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COMMAND OF DIPLOMATIC FACILITIES
Star Fleet bases may contain consular or diplomatic facilities where no other Federation
consulate may exist in the region as allowed under ARTICLE 7 of the Star Fleet Charter.
These are typically small offices usually located within the base's administration building.
However, if the base is a Sector Base, then the diplomatic facility will have its own
building since it will house the Sector Representative, along with the offices for the
several Staff Representatives assigned to the sector. The Sector Diplomatic Office
may also contain the Sector Federation Consul (FEDADM) as well. The Sector
Federation Consul (FEDADM) is the primary civilian ambassador to the various
Federation and foreign governments within or adjacent to the sector and acts as council
to the Sector Commandant on the matters pertaining thereto. FEDADM is a person
with extensive knowledge of the laws, treaties and agreements with the Federation
worlds within the sector and of the foreign worlds outside the Federation, and will work
with Federation and foreign ambassadors and diplomatic personnel during peace
negotiations within and external to the Federation.
In charge of the Sector Base diplomatic facility will be the Sector Representative, or
SECREP. The SECREP is an officer of the Diplomatic Corps with the rank of Captain.
In general, Sector Representatives are appointed to their positions directly by the
Deputy Chief: Bureau of Consular Affairs, with the approval of the Chief of Star
Fleet Representatives in accordance with Star Fleet Regulation 5792, which states:
"The officer detailed to command a Star Fleet diplomatic or consular facility shall be an
officer of the Diplomatic Corps, eligible for command, and shall have the same authority
over the consular facility or area, and the personnel contained therein, as that described
for any Commanding Officer. However, if such a diplomatic or consular facility is attached
to a shore command, the officer detailed to command the diplomatic or consular facility
shall come under the direct command of the base or station Commander ."
In charge of the smaller facilities will be the Fleet Representative, also known as the
Space Sector Representative[3]. The function of the Fleet Representative, or
FLTREP, is to act as counselor to the command to which they are assigned. In addition,
they will function as ambassadors during First Contact and general peacekeeping missions.
If there is a dispute between two worlds within Federation space, the FLTREP will be
called to mediate. As part of this function FLTREPs have the authority to direct field
commanders to intervene in any armed conflict between member systems in order to stop
hostilities and to force a peaceful solution to the conflict. FLTREPs are Staff Corps
officers of the Diplomatic Corps and will have the rank of Lieutenant Commander.
In general, Star Fleet Representatives do not normally interact with the Base
Commander, but normally report directly to the Sector Commandant. As such, the
Base Commander does not have any authority over Star Fleet diplomatic personnel,
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Figure 6a52.1
BASIC STAR FLEET BASE ORGANIZATION
Star Fleet Base CO Base


MED JUD
Commander: Space Sector
CAPT Fleet Medical Center CAPT Judge Advocate
AW ENG
MAT EDU
CAPT Fleet Supply Facility CAPT Fleet Training Center
XO Base
OPS FAC MED DEF

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Figure 6a52.2
BASIC STAR FLEET GARRISON ORGANIZATION
Garrison
FOR Commander: Fleet
Command Staff
RADM Marine Division
CO Garrison
COMO Commander
BASSX Flag
LEUT Secretary
FLTREP Space Sector AG Fighter Group

LCDR Representative CAPT Commander
XO Garrison
OPS Garrison Operations FAC Garrison Facilities and MED Garrison Medical DEF Garrison Defense
SEC Garrison Security INT Fleet Intelligence


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Figure 6a52.3
TYPICAL STAR FLEET MEDICAL CENTER

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5.3 COMMAND OF STAR FLEET STATIONS

Star Fleet Stations are basically self-contained space vessels floating freely in space and
can be distinguished from other manned vessels by their lack of a propulsion system. They
serve as command centers for the fleet within a sector, but are limited in their support
capabilities. However, there are some very large stations that are capable of fully
supporting the fleet. Stations are generally assembled out in deep space, somewhere
between the outer edge of Federation space and the Starbases located deep within
Federation territory. They are the third layer of fleet command and are the relay points
for the central command. Star Fleet Stations also serve as regional law-enforcement
centers with courts to adjudicate cases involving the violation of Federation law in that
region, as well as for military courts-martial. In addition, these stations act as rest areas
for Starship crews and contain small shops and recreation areas for the crews to utilize.
All Star Fleet Stations have a designation or registry number with a prefix of “SSN” as
required by Star Fleet Regulation 2500. In addition, Star Fleet Stations may also be
named based upon the system in which they are located or the planet around which they
are orbiting.
Star Fleet Stations are commanded by a Station Commander, an officer of the line
(SBC) with the rank of Captain, and will have the title of “Commander: Star Fleet
Station <n>” and a designation of COMSTATION<n>. Station Commanders are in
command of all the personnel stationed at the base and are responsible for the efficiency
and discipline of their command. The primary function of the Station Commander is to
support the fleet, represent Star Fleet Command in the far reaches of space and to
function as Area Commander to the forces assigned within the station’s Jurisdictional
Authority, which encompasses a volume of space with a radius of 160,000 kilometers.
In general, Station Commanders do not normally interact with Federation or local

government officials. Instead, they primarily deal with those forces that are operating
around the region the station is located. Technically, the Station Commander reports
directly to the Sector Commandant of the octant the station is located. However, it will
be the Starbase Commander that is nearest to the station to which the Station
Commander will usually report to. Typically, all operational orders to the station from
Star Fleet Command will be relayed to the Station Commander from the nearest
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ATTACHED FORCES
Star Fleet space stations may house a small contingent of Star Fleet Marine Corps
troops. The function of these troops is to provide military protection to the station. They
are used as sentries to guard sensitive and security areas on the station, and will be used
as the main defense force should the station come under attack or is infiltrated by enemy
forces. However, Star Fleet troops do not execute law enforcement functions as this will
be within the province of the Base Security Force. The contingent of Marine Corps
forces is somewhat small, typically that of a small Company or about 120 troopers, and
for the smaller, modular type stations, the Marine contingent may only be of Platoon
strength, or about 30 - 60 troopers.
In command of the force is the Commander: Fleet Marine Company <n>, also known
as the Company Commander. The Company Commander will be a line officer of the
Marine Corps (MMC) and will usually have the rank of Lieutenant, but may also be a
Lieutenant Commander for a large company.
Star Fleet Stations may also be assigned one or more squadrons of combat craft for the
defense of the station and for law enforcement around the station. This in addition to the
craft assigned for general station use. Star Fleet defines a squadron of service craft as
being four or more craft of the same class. As such, there will be a squadron of service
craft for the general use at the station. These are typically Class-F Shuttlecraft, along
with some specialized craft such as a Class-M Medical Shuttle and some Class-E
engineering and repair craft. These craft will comprise the service squadron for the station.
This squadron will be under the command of the Station Commander through his or her
Station Operations Officer.
The station may also contain a small squadron of about four combat craft as well. These
craft will typically be of the Fighter class, and are used primarily for station defense and
law enforcement purposes. This squadron will be commanded by the Commander:
Fighter Squadron <n>, and will be an officer of the line from the Star Fleet Security
Forces Command with the rank of Commander (SFC), or Captain (SFC) for a larger
group of combat craft. Larger Star Fleet Stations may also have other, larger squadrons
of Fighter and Attack craft. These squadrons will be under the command of the Star
Fleet Marine force assigned to the station. The commanders of these squadrons will also
have the title of Commander: Fighter Squadron <n>, regardless if the squadron was
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COMMAND OF STATION MEDICAL FACILITIES
In general, all Star Fleet commands, whether they are bases, stations or vessels, have
medical facilities designed and built to handle the general health and well-being of its
personnel. These are small hospitals that can perform all the major and minor surgical and
medical procedures. However, unlike large Star Fleet bases, which may have a large Star
Fleet Medical Center on site, the medical facilities aboard a Star Fleet station may only
accommodate the personnel stationed aboard the space station or any visitors from other
commands. As such, the medical facilities have a similar organization as those on a Star
Fleet ship, but are somewhat larger in size and scope of medical services. As such, these
facilities are called Star Fleet Infirmaries. However, on some of the very large stations,
the medical facilities and services will be quite extensive and as such, will operate like a
ground hospital. Therefore, these medical facilities will be called Station Hospitals.
Lastly, Star Fleet Outposts are very small commands and their medical facility is very
similar, if not smaller, to that of a Star Fleet ship. Therefore, these medical facilities will
also be called Sickbays.
In charge of the space station medical facility is the Station Medical Officer, a Staff
Corps officer from one of the following Corps: Star Fleet Medical Corps., Star Fleet
Medical Services Corps., or Star Fleet Nurse Corps. It should be noticed that officers
from the Star Fleet Dental Corps. typically do not command general medical facilities,
unless the facility is dedicated to only dentistry. Although part of the command
organization, the Station Medical Officer is in complete command of the medical facility
of the station as specified in Star Fleet Regulation 5461, which states: "An officer of
the Medical Corps detailed as Chief Medical Officer of a command shall have full authority
over the medical personnel and facilities under his command, including those medical
facilities attached to or part of an existing command under the authority of a line
Commanding Officer." As such, the Station Commander cannot interfere in the
command and discipline of the medical staff, except where such persons violated Star
Fleet regulations or Federation law. If the medical individual broke a station regulation,
the Station Commander will defer the investigation and punishment to the Station
Medical Officer. However, the Station Medical Officer shall be under the command
and discipline of the Station Commander at all times as a member of his staff.
FLEET REPRESENTATIVE
A Star Fleet Station may also have assigned to it a Fleet Representative or Space
Sector Representative (FLTREP). The function of the FLTREP is to act as counselor to
the command to which he is assigned. In addition, the FLTREP will also function as
ambassadors during First Contact and general peacekeeping missions. If there is a
dispute between two worlds within or around the Jurisdictional Area of the station, the
FLTREP will be called to mediate. As part of this function FLTREPs have the authority to
direct field commanders to intervene in any armed conflict between member systems in
order to stop hostilities and to force a peaceful solution to the conflict. The FLTREP will be
a Staff Corps officer of the Diplomatic Corps and will typically have the rank of
Lieutenant Commander. The FLTREP will usually report directly to the nearest
District Staff Representative or immediately to the Sector Representative of the
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COMMAND OF STATION REPAIR FACILITIES
Many Star Fleet stations have a minor facility for the repair and maintenance of ships and
space craft. As with the facilities at the larger bases, these minor facilities are also
administered by the Star Fleet Bureau of Docks and Yards, and will be under the
command and management of officers of the Star Fleet Engineering Corps or the Star
Fleet Construction Corps. These smaller facilities, which are attached to Star Fleet
stations, primarily Modular type stations, will have the name of the station associated with
the facility such as: Fleet Repair Facility - Sigma Station.
The majority of the repair and maintenance facilities that are used at Star Fleet stations
will be Mobile Repair, or MR Units. These are mobile Drydocks or construction frames
used for extensive repairs of Star Fleet ships and contain small repair and fabrication
shops and offices attached to the frame as illustrated in Figure 6a53.2. A more detailed
description of these types of ship repair facilities can be found in Section 5.5 of this
volume. These facilities can perform almost all the work as any of the larger facilities.
In command of these station facilities will be Commander: Fleet Repair Facility <-
Station Name>. The Repair Facility Commander will be an officer of the Star Fleet
Engineering or Construction Corps as specified in Star Fleet Regulation 5790,
which states: "The officer detailed to command a Star Fleet engineering or construction
facility shall be an officer of the Engineering Corps, eligible for command, and shall have
the same authority over the engineering or construction facility or area, and the personnel
contained therein, as that described for any Commanding Officer. However, if such an
engineering or construction facility is attached to a shore command, the officer detailed to
command the engineering or construction facility shall come under the direct command of
the base or station Commander." The Repair Facility Commander will usually have the
rank of Captain and will usually have his or her office on the station, though most of the
work will be performed in space. All scheduling of the work to be performed on Star Fleet
ships at the station facility will be done at the engineering offices of the facility located on
the space station. As with other such construction facilities the Station Commander will
have no direct authority over the personnel stationed at the facility, the dock or facility
commander, or of the activities occurring at the facility. However, since the repair staff live
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Figure 6a53.1
BASIC STAR FLEET STATION ORGANIZATION
Station CO Station
Command Staff CAPT Commander
FLTREP Space Sector JUD Space Sector

LCDR Representative CMDR Judge Advocate
FOR Fleet Marine TEK Commander:

LEUT Company Commander CAPT Fleet Repair Facility
AT Commander:
CMDR Fighter Attachment
XO Station
CMDR Executive Officer
OPS Station Operations ENG Station Engineering MED Station Medical DEF Station Defense
LCDR Officer LCDR Officer LCDR Officer LCDR Officer
SEC Station Security

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Figure 6a53.2
MODULAR STATION WITH CONSTRUCTION FACILITY DRYDOCKS IN ORBIT

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5.4 COMMAND OF STAR FLEET

OUTPOSTS
Star Fleet Outposts are small stations constructed at the edge of Federation space or
around Federation Neutral Zones. Their primary function is to monitor the boundary
and to provide the first level of defense and communication in case of attack or invasion.
In general, Outposts that are built near Neutral Zones or on the border of hostile
territory will usually be constructed inside large asteroids, which provide additional
protection from enemy attack since such asteroids are essentially large blocks of iron.
Outposts may also be stationed around Federation Buffer Zones to monitor
compliance with local zone restrictions. As such, these outposts are law enforcement
stations and will usually possess a small squadron of fighter craft used to patrol the zone.
There are three types of outposts and are designated with alphabetic letter:
 A-Type: Built deep, usually between 1-2 kilometers, inside large asteroids
 B-Type: Built on the surface of a larger asteroid or small planetoid, and
 C-Type: A small free-floating space station.
Outposts are also considered “volatile” stations. That is, an outpost that was placed at a
specific location today may not be active in the future. This is because an outpost is used
to mark the boundaries of Federation space, which is continuously changing. Typically,
when an outpost is no longer used or is deactivated it may be sold to a private concern –
stripped of all Star Fleet equipment. However, this does not necessarily apply to the C-
Type free-floating outposts, which can be relocated to another position by Star Fleet
Tugs from the Star Fleet Transportation Command.
Star Fleet Outpost Commanders are command officers of the line (SBC) with the rank
of Commander, and will have the title of “Commander: Star Fleet Outpost <n>” or
COMFLTPOST<n>. However, for the very small outposts, a line officer with the rank of
Lieutenant Commander may also command such an outpost. Outpost Commanders
have full authority over the activities that occur in and around his area of jurisdiction, and
of the fighter squadron that is attached to his command. However, the jurisdictional area
of an outpost is quite small, around 16,000 kilometers, and as such, the commanders of
such stations are not considered Area Commanders and must report directly to the
nearest command base or station. The basic command organization for a typical outpost is
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ATTACHED COMMANDS
Star Fleet Outposts are too small to have attached any significant command. The only
command that may be attached to an outpost will be a squadron of Fighter craft, which
amounts to approximately four to six combat craft. In charge of this squadron will be the
Commander: Fighter Squadron <n>, a line officer from the Star Fleet Security
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Figure 6a54.1
BASIC STAR FLEET OUTPOST ORGANIZATION
CO Outpost
CMDR Commander
AS Fighter Squadron COMYEO Command

LCDR Commander T4 Yeoman
XO Outpost
LCDR Executive Officer
OPS Outpost Operations ENG Outpost Engineering MED Outpost Medical SEC Outpost Security
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5.5 COMMAND OF STAR FLEET REPAIR

AND CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES
Although not directly under the command of Star Base Command, Star Fleet Repair
and Construction facilities are part of the Shore Establishment. Construction and
Repair facilities come in several forms:
• Star Fleet Construction Facility,

• Star Fleet Drydock,
• Star Fleet Space Dock, and
• Star Fleet Mobile Repair Facility.
The basic organizational structure for any Star Fleet Repair or Construction facility is
shown in Figure 6a55.1, and the individual officers of the subdivisions of the facility will be
illustrated in the subsequent figures.
A Star Fleet Construction Facility is a very large floating ship building installation that
can accommodate the construction of six Starships simultaneously. They have large
gantry cranes and arms to lift and position large sections of a ship. The ship’s keel is
locked to a Docking Bay while the ship is being built or repaired. The ship is connected to
the facility by a Keelway, which is a large cylindrical tube connecting the ship with the
station that contains an elevator, and electrical and service umbilicals. The Keelway
allows personnel to travel between the ship and the facility using fast Turbo-lift elevators.
This system is incorporated into the design of most Star Fleet ships so that whenever a
major repair must be performed utilizing a construction facility, the Keelway will provide
anchorage and access without the need for special equipment.
The commander of a Star Fleet ship building facility will typically be a Staff Corps officer
from the Engineering or Construction Corps (ENG or CNT), and will usually hold the
rank of Rear Admiral. These are very large facilities employing thousands of workers with
the responsibility of producing multiple, complex Starships. As such, the commander of
this facility will naturally be a flag officer with a high rank, and will have the title of
“Commander: Star Fleet Ship Building Facility<n>,” or COMSHIPBUILD<n>.
Star Fleet Drydocks are facilities designed primarily for the repair and overhaul of Star
Fleet ships. They are large enough to handle major repairs and equipment upgrades and
are on par with a construction facility. However, a Drydock can only handle one ship at a
time. Drydocks can either be a large enclosed volume, such as the one shown in Figure
6a43.9, or a stationary frame free-floating in space into which vessels are anchored or
moored such as that shown in Figure 6a43.10. Such framed Drydocks contain offices and
workshops that can fabricate most of the smaller pieces of equipment. However, large
sections of a ship, such as the main engines or its parts, must be hauled to and from the
Drydock.
The commander of a Star Fleet Drydock will typically be a Staff Corps officer from the
Engineering or Construction Corps (ENG or CNT), and their rank will range from
Commander to Commodore, depending on the size and function of the facility. They
will usually have a title of “Commander: Star Fleet Ship <{Repair|Construction}>
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Some of the large enclosed Free-floating Starbases have internal moorings for ships.
These moorings are called “Space Docks”, which are contained within the structure of
the base, but not necessarily pressurized. The mooring stations, shown in Figure 6a43.11,
will have moveable brows that will attach to the vessel for personnel and equipment entry
and egress. The repair offices and workshops are located around the mooring stations.
This is the case where the repair facility comes under the command of the Base
Commander, as specified in Star Fleet Regulation 5790, and in charge of the docking
and repair facility will be the Dock Commander. The basic responsibility of the Dock
Commander is the efficient repair, care and safety of all the vessels moored to the
docking facility, as stipulated in Star Fleet Regulation 4830. Therefore, while a Star
Fleet ship is at the facility, anchored, locked and powered-down, the responsibility for
everything that physically occurs to the ship rests with the Dock Commander and
ultimately, the Base Commander.
The Dock Commander of a Space Dock repair facility will typically be an officer of the
line (SBC), or a Staff Corps officer from the Engineering or Construction Corps (ENG
or CNT), with the title of Dock Commander: Starbase <n> with a designation of
COMSPACEDOCK<n>. The Dock Commander will typically hold the rank of Captain
and will report directly to the Base Commander.
Lastly, a Mobile Repair Facility (MR) is not a space vessel, but a mobile Drydock or
construction frame used for extensive repairs of Star Fleet ships when the vessel cannot
be moved or otherwise cannot be towed to a repair facility. MRs contain small repair and
fabrication shops and offices attached to their frames as illustrated in Figure 6a43.10.
There is also a main control room up front on top of the structure where the commander
of the MR is located. Mobile Repair Facilities do not have propulsion systems to move
them about, but must be towed to the site of the affected vessel by a Fleet Tug (TG) of
the Star Fleet Transportation Command. However, an external propulsion unit can be
temporarily mounted to the frame that will allow it to move to a site under its own power,
but only at sublight speeds.
The officer in charge of the Mobile Repair Facility will have the title of Commander:
Mobile Repair Unit <n> with the designation of COMMOBILEUNIT<n>, and will be a
Staff Corps officer from the Engineering or Construction Corps (ENG or CNT), and
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Figure 6a55.1
GENERAL STAR FLEET CONSTRUCTION OR REPAIR FACILITY ORGANIZATION
Star Fleet Facility CO Facility

ENG Design Engineering FACSX Flag

CMDR Officer LEUT Secretary
QAO PMG
Quality Assurance Facility
CMDR Officer CMDR Project Manager
FIN SAF
Facility Facility
LCDR Accounts Officer LCDR Safety Officer
XO Facility
OPS PER SRV MAT

Facility Facility Facility Facility
CMDR Operations Officer CMDR Personnel Officer CMDR Services Officer CMDR Materiel Officer
DOK REC
Facility Facility
LCDR Docking Officer LEUT Records Officer

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Figure 6a55.2
GENERAL STAR FLEET CONSTRUCTION OR REPAIR FACILITY ORGANIZATION: OPERATIONS
OPS
Facility
CMDR Operations Officer
OPSSTR OPSMEC OPSELE OPSENV

Hull and Structures Mechanical Systems Electrical Systems Environmental Systems
LCDR Supervisor LCDR Supervisor LCDR Supervisor LCDR Supervisor
OPSPRP OPSPWR OPSSRV OPSELX

Propulsion Systems Power Systems Ship Service Systems Electronic Systems
LCDR Supervisor LCDR Supervisor LCDR Supervisor LCDR Supervisor

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Figure 6a55.3
GENERAL STAR FLEET CONSTRUCTION OR REPAIR FACILITY ORGANIZATION: PERSONNEL
PER Facility
CMDR Personnel Officer
PERMIL PERCIV PERDSB PERBEN

Service Personnel Personnel Resources Disbursement Benefits
LCDR Officer LCDR Officer LEUT Officer LEUT Officer
PERBUS PEREDU PERSRV

Contracting Facility Orientation Personnel Services
LCDR Officer LTJG Officer LCDR Officer

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Figure 6a55.4
GENERAL STAR FLEET CONSTRUCTION OR REPAIR FACILITY ORGANIZATION: SERVICES
SRV Facility
CMDR Services Officer
SRVPWR SRVSHP SRVFAC SRVCFT

Facility Power Plant Ship Services Facility Services Service Craft
LCDR Supervisor LCDR Officer LCDR Officer LEUT Officer
SRVEQU SRVFAC
Equipment Mobility Transportation Services
LEUT Officer LTJG Officer

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Figure 6a55.5
GENERAL STAR FLEET CONSTRUCTION OR REPAIR FACILITY ORGANIZATION: MATERIEL
MAT
Facility
CMDR Materiel Officer
MATALC MATSTO MATFAB MATEQU

Materiel Procurement Material Storage Material Fabrication Tools & Equipment
LCDR Officer LCDR Officer LCDR Officer LEUT Officer
MATDIN Facility Dinning

LEUT Officer

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Figure 6a55.6
GENERAL STAR FLEET CONSTRUCTION OR REPAIR FACILITY ORGANIZATION: DOCKING
DOK Facility
LCDR Docking Officer
DOKMOR DOKPLT
Ship Mooring Pilot Services
LEUT Officer LTJG Officer

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Figure 6a55.7
GENERAL STAR FLEET CONSTRUCTION OR REPAIR FACILITY ORGANIZATION: RECORDS
REC
Facility
LEUT Records Officer
RECWRK RECSTO
Work Records Record Storage
LTJG Officer LTJG Officer

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Figure 6a55.8
GENERAL STAR FLEET CONSTRUCTION OR REPAIR FACILITY ORGANIZATION: QUALITY ASSURANCE
QA
Quality Assurance
CMDR Officer
QATRN QAISP QANDT QAREC

QA Training & QA Inspectors Nondestructive Testing Quality Assurance
LCDR Certification Officer LCDR Supervisor LEUT Officer LEUT Records Officer

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5.6 COMMAND OF STAR FLEET TACTICAL

STATIONS
Tactical Command Stations, also known as "TAC Bases" or "Tactical Stations" are
small Free-floating outposts containing Star Fleet intelligence and communications
personnel. Their function is to act as early warning outposts and serve as remote fleet
intelligence, communications and surveillance outposts. However, some serve as bases for
clandestine or covert operations and missions as well. The locations of these stations are
highly classified and are usually placed in areas where they will not be easily seen or
encountered. These are very small stations, containing only about twenty specialists. The
organizational structure of these small stations, as illustrated in Figure 6a56.1, is very
much the same as for a Star Fleet Outpost, but may contain additional or specialized
departments based upon the function of the station.
Star Fleet Tactical Station Commanders are officers of the line (SBC) with the rank of
Commander, and will have the title of “Commander: Star Fleet Tactical Station
<n>” or COMTACBAS<n>. Due to the classified nature of their mission, Tactical
Station Commanders will usually report directly to Star Fleet Command or Star Fleet
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Figure 6a56.1
GENERAL STAR FLEET TACTICAL STATION ORGANIZATION
CO Tactical Station
CMDR Commander
COMYEO Command
T4 Yeoman
XO Tactical Station
LCDR Executive Officer
DEF Station Operations ENG Station Services MED Station Medical SEC Station Security
LEUT Officer LEUT Officer LEUT Officer LEUT Officer
INT Station Intelligence

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5.7 STAR FLEET BASE COMMANDERS

A Base Commander, designated as the CO, is the officer in complete command of a
Star Fleet base or station and as such, has absolute authority over and is personally
responsible for everyone assigned to his command as specified in Star Fleet Regulation
5220. The commander of a Star Fleet base or station will always be a line officer from
Star Base Command, of command grade or higher, and will usually have the rank of
Commodore, Captain or Commander, depending on the size and function of the base
or station. However, regardless of the actual rank, the Base Commander will always be
called “Commander” as specified in Paragraph 2 of Star Fleet Regulation 3100, and
Star Fleet Regulations 4110 and 5730.
In general, the Base Commander represents the base or station he commands; he

speaks for it; he is accountable for it. As such, the Base Commander is directly
responsible for the operation and fighting efficiency of his or her base or space station,
and is directly responsible for the actions of all the personnel assigned to his or her
command, except those troops that are stationed at the base, and of everything that takes
place at the base or station at all times. Therefore, the Base Commander cannot make
excuses or pass the blame onto others. This is exemplified by the following paragraph
from Star Fleet Regulation 4120: “1. The responsibility of the Commanding Officer for
his command is absolute, except when, and to the extent, relieved there from by
competent authority, or as provided otherwise in these regulations. The authority of the
Commanding Officer is commensurate with his responsibility. While he may, at his
discretion, and when not contrary to law or regulations, delegate authority to his
subordinates for the execution of details, such delegation of authority shall in no way
relieve the Commanding Officer of his continued responsibility for the safety, well-being
and efficiency of his command.”
Since the Base Commander is responsible for all that the base or station does, for the
quality of training aboard, and for the conduct of his or her personnel at all times, he
likewise is given full power to enforce Star Fleet Regulations aboard his base or station
and will insure that his staff behaves accordingly. In addition, Station Commanders,
operating out into deep space, are also empowered to enforce Federation law as well. In
short, since his responsibility is complete, his authority must also be complete as well.
Though all authority, command, direction and responsibility ultimately rests with the Base
Commander, in practice the Base Commander will delegate much of the duties
necessary for carrying out the functions of the base or station to his Executive Officer,
to the heads of the departments, to the Command Duty Officer, and through them to
the base staff as permissible under Star Fleet Regulation 5430. However, and as the
regulation states: “The delegation of authority and the issuance of orders and instructions
by a person in the Star Fleet Service shall not relieve such person from any responsibility
imposed upon him. He shall ensure that the delegated authority is properly exercised and
that his orders and instructions are properly executed .” Therefore, the action of any
delegated individual, acting on their own, is the responsibility of the Base Commander.
In addition, any Commander who departs from his or her orders or instructions, or takes
official action that is not in accordance with his or her orders or instructions, does so upon
his or her own responsibility and must report immediately the circumstances of the action
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GENERAL AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITY
As set forth in Star Fleet Regulations, the Base Commander is charged with the
absolute responsibility for the safety, well-being, and efficiency of the command, except
when and to the extent that he or she may be relieved from command by competent
authority. The basic responsibilities of a Base Commander are outlined in Star Fleet
Regulation 4120. Specifically, a base or station’s commander will be responsible for:
1. The overall safety and well-being of all persons assigned to or that may be on his base
or station. This includes all military personnel and visitors, and any Commanders or
Commanders-in-Chief that may make his or her office at the base or space station.
2. The overall safety, security and control of all civilian employees, workers and visitors.
All personnel stationed, visiting or working at a Star Fleet base or station are subject
to the authority of the Base Commander and must conform to the internal
regulations and routine of the facility as required under Star Fleet Regulation 4410.
However, should a civilian visitor or worker violate any rule or regulation the Base
Commander cannot take any direct disciplinary action against that person, but may
subject the person to such restraint or confinement as the circumstances require until
such time as the violator may be delivered to the proper authorities.
3. The proper and safe operation of the base or station, and for the overall material
condition of the base or station and its personnel. As such, the Base Commander
must maintain his or her base or station in a maximum state of readiness for war or
other service as required by Star Fleet Regulation 4680. In addition, the Base
Commander is responsible for the appearance of his staff and his assigned personnel
and how they will comport themselves in public.
4. The overall safety and care of the base or station, its equipment and systems and all
craft and other equipment assigned to or that is a part of the base or station. This
includes all fuel, tools, emergency equipment and any other equipment assigned to or
purchased for the base or station.
5. All that is contained within or assigned to the base or station. This includes, but is not
limited to, all cargo, stores, supplies, records and documents.
6. Economy within the command. As such, the Base Commander must require that all
his subordinates rigidly comply with the regulations governing receipt, accounting, and
expenditure of Federation money and materials. As such, this requires that the Base
Commander implement such methods and procedures as needed in order to exercise
superior management in the handling of Federation property and funds.
7. Maintaining law and order within the command, and around the Jurisdictional Area
of the command. In addition, the Base Commander also has the responsibility to
apprehend and detain all criminals and fugitives from justice in Federation space,
and to detain any person found under incriminating circumstances in accordance with
Star Fleet Regulation 4330. This includes fugitives from foreign as well as from
Federation authorities.
8. For the support and well-being of all colonies, expeditions and smaller Star Fleet and
Local Force commands within their Jurisdictional Area, and shall enforce the
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SPECIFIC STARBASE COMMANDER'S AUTHORITY
Commanders of Star Fleet bases and stations have specific authorities conferred upon
them by Star Fleet Regulations and Federation law. These particular authorities, as
delineated in Star Fleet Regulations, will be covered below:
1. Power to Direct Forces: a Base or Station Commander has the full power and
authority, under Federation law, to direct assigned or nearby forces to defend Star
Fleet or Federation property, worlds, colonies and expeditions. In addition, a Base
or Station Commander also has the power and authority to direct forces to stop
conflict, prevent war or to aid in humanitarian efforts.
2. Power to Search for and Seize Contraband: a Base or Station Commander has
the full power and authority, under Federation law, to deploy law enforcement craft
to stop and board any vessel in deep space where the commander may have reason to
suspect that illegal goods, wares, or merchandise are being concealed or illegally
transported, and therein to search for, seize, and secure, any such goods, wares, or
merchandise. In addition, if they have cause to suspect concealment of contraband in
any particular dwelling, house, store, building, or other place, they have the authority
to enter such house, store, or other place, and there to search for such goods; and if
any are found, to seize and secure the individual or individuals for trial; and all such
goods, wares and merchandise, on which the duties have not been paid, or secured to
be paid, can be forfeited.
3. Power to Inspect Vessels and Travel Documentation: a Base or Station
Commander has the full power and authority, under Federation law, to deploy law
enforcement craft to stop and inspect any vessel in deep space for proper operating
documentation and to perform a safety inspection of said vessel in Federation space.
In addition, a Base or Station Commander can confiscate the operator's license of
any vessel's captain or operator if such documentation is shown not to be in good
order. If such documents are shown to be improper, the Star Fleet Base or Station
Commander can have the crew arrested and detained, and the vessel impounded.
4. Power of Consul in Deep Space: a Base or Station Commander has full, but
limited, authority to exercise all powers of a consul regarding matters of the
Federation when there is no Federation consul available. However, a Base or
Station Commander cannot prepare, present or sign any treaty or agreement with
any government, foreign or domestic, without an authorized Federation consul
present.
5. Power to Adjudicate Cases in Deep Space: a Base or Station Commander has
full authority to convene a military Court-Martial and to act as president of such court.
In addition, a Base or Station Commander also has full authority to convene a
Magistrate Court for the violation of Federation law, as may be allowed by the
Star Fleet Manual for Courts-Martial, which may include high crimes such as
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LINE COMMAND LEVELS
A Line Command Level is the indicator that permits an officer to command a Star Fleet
asset, as set down in regulations, specifically Star Fleet Regulation 5110, which states:
1. Officers in the line of Star Ship Command (SSC) shall not command Star Fleet
bases.
2. Officers in the line of Star Base Command (SBC) shall not command Star Fleet
ships, unless circumstances require an officer eligible to command to temporarily
assume command and such Star Base Command (SBC) officer happens to be
onboard the vessel.
3. Officers in the line Star Fleet Command (SFC) are essentially administrative officers
and as such, shall not command Star Fleet ships, bases or stations.
4. Officers in the line Star Fleet Marine Corps (MMC) shall not command Star Fleet
ships or bases, but may command such craft as required in the performance of their
duty.
As indicated above, only Line Officers are permitted to command Star Fleet facilities as
specified in Star Fleet Regulation 5730: "The officer detailed to command a Star Fleet
shore facility shall be an officer of the line, Star Base Command (SBC), eligible for
command; usually holding the rank and title of: A) Star Fleet Base: Of flag grade usually
holding the rank of Commodore - SBC, with the title: Base Commander or Starbase
Commander; B) Star Fleet Station: Of command grade, usually holding the rank of Captain
- SBC, with the title: Station Commander; C) Star Fleet Outpost: Of command grade,
usually holding the rank of Commander - SBC, with the title: Outpost Commander; D) Star
Fleet Facility: Of command or flag grade, holding the rank of Captain or Commodore - SFC,
MMC, or Staff Corps, with the title: [Facility] Commander. "
However, there are a few exceptions to the rule. For example, certain engineering officers,
though a member of the Engineering or Construction Corps, may be eligible to
command a Star Fleet base or station facility, such as a Star Fleet Ship Building
Facility or a Star Fleet Ship Repair Facility in conformance with Star Fleet
Regulations 5740 and 5790; certain Medical Officers may be eligible to command
certain medical facilities on a base or station in conformance with Star Fleet Regulation
5780; certain Judicial Officers may be eligible to command certain judicial facilities
location on a base or station in conformance with Star Fleet Regulation 5791; and
certain Diplomatic Officers may be eligible to command consular facilities located on a
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RELATIONSHIP WITH OFFICIALS AND COMMANDERS

In general, Base and Station Commanders represent the base or space station they
command. They speak for it and are accountable for it. This is especially true in their
dealings with other Federation, Star Fleet or foreign officials, as it will have a great
impact on how the command, the Base or Station Commander, as well as how Star
Fleet is viewed. Therefore, Base and Station Commanders must always be aware of
their position in their dealings and relations with others. However, though the Star Fleet
base or station may reside on or around property or space owned by a local government,
Local Authorities do not have jurisdiction over Star Fleet personnel inside Star Fleet
property. Therefore, no local official can make a demand or enter a Star Fleet base or
station for the purpose of arresting or removing anyone from that shore activity. As such,
Base and Station Commanders shall not permit their command to be searched on any
pretense whatsoever by any person representing a local or foreign government, nor permit
any of the personnel within the confines of their command to be removed by such persons
so long as the Base and Station Commanders has the capacity to repel such act.
However, a Base or Station Commander may permit the service of subpoena or other
process by Local Authorities to personnel on the base or station if it deems appropriate
to do so.
RELATIONSHIP WITH LOCAL FORCE COMMANDERS
Star Fleet Regulations are quite specific regarding the relationship between a Star
Fleet Base or Station Commander and the commanding officers of Local Force units.
When both are in open space and not within the territorial jurisdiction of the Local Force,
the senior officer shall be the senior Star Fleet Base or Station Commander as stated
in Star Fleet Regulation 6220. However, when a Star Fleet base or station is within
the confines of a member system, the Base Commander of a Star Fleet base or station
will come under the authority of the Local Force base or station commander, except
when both commanders are located at the same Star Fleet base or station that is within
the system. In such cases, both base or station commanders will come under the authority
of the Star Fleet base commander.
RELATIONSHIP WITH FLAG COMMANDERS ON SITE
Base and Station Commanders of Star Fleet bases or stations are always under the
authority of a Star Fleet Flag Officer and are subject to the orders of such officer in
accordance with Star Fleet Regulation 5551, except as may be prescribed in Star
Fleet Regulation 6230. However, the Flag Officer, as a visitor to the base or station,
cannot make changes to the internal structure of the base or station command nor should
he be concerned with the normal working routine of the command as specified in Star
Fleet Regulations 6240 and 6820. Such functions are left to the Base or Station
Commander since the operation and safety of the base or station remains with him.
When a Flag Commander is visiting a Star Fleet base or station, he will normally take
along his staff as well. When the staff is embarked, they are technically under the
authority of the Base or Station Commander, as specified in Star Fleet Regulation
3910. As such, the staff may be assigned regular stations for battle and emergencies, but
will generally not be assigned normal working stations. In addition, the commander of the
base or station will make all possible arrangements for the quartering of the Flag Officer
and his staff. Star Fleet base or stations are usually equipped with special quarters
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RELATIONSHIP WITH FLEET MARINE COMMANDERS
Most Star Fleet bases and stations will have assigned to them a significant contingent of
Star Fleet Marine Corps troops. Though separately organized under the Marine Unit
Commander, the unit will come under direct authority of the Base or Station
Commander. As such, the relationship between the Base or Station Commander and
the commander of the Fleet Marine Force is that the troop commander will be treated in
the same manner as one of the base or station’s Department Heads and must be
considered as an officer within the base or station’s Chain of Command. In this situation
the provisions of Star Fleet Regulation 5551 will apply. However, this does not apply to
Star Fleet Garrisons, where the Garrison Commander will come under the direct
authority of the Marine Corps Commander.
RELATIONSHIP WITH ATTACK CRAFT GROUP COMMANDERS
The relationship between the commander of a base or space station and the commander
of an attack craft unit is that the commander of the attack craft unit will come under the
direct authority of the Base or Station Commander. As such, they will come directly
under the base or station's Chain of Command, and will report to the Base or Station
Commander any operational functions of the craft command that will involve the base or
station. However, when it comes to the administration of the craft command or the
discipline of the members of the craft command, the Base or Station Commander
cannot interfere and therefore, the responsibility for the administration of the craft
command rests solely with the Group or Wing Commander. The only exception to this
rule is when a member of the craft command violates a rule or regulation of the base or
station, in which case both the group commander and the violator must report before the
Base or Station Commander and such commander will recommend a punishment to the
attending Group Commander. The Group Commander may either accept the
suggestion from the Base or Station Commander or report to the Base or Station
Commander the punishment imposed upon the violator.
RELATIONSHIP WITH REPAIR FACILITY COMMANDERS
Star Fleet Base or Station Commanders do not have command authority over any
Star Fleet ship building or repair facility that may be attached to the base or station. Such
installations are independent commands that are under the authority of the Star Fleet
Bureau of Docks and Yards. As such, personnel from the Star Fleet base or station
visiting or working at such a facility shall be under the authority of that repair Facility
Commander in accordance with Star Fleet Regulation 5520, and vice verse for facility
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DESIREABLE TRAITS OF A GOOD COMMANDER
There are many traits that allow an individual to become a good commander. Star Fleet,
and therefore, Star Base Command has developed a set of traits that mark good military
leadership. These traits are important characteristics for a leader. It is said that in order to
lead others, one must be able to lead and control themselves. Therefore, we will present
the qualities that make a good leader.
LEADERSHIP
Leadership, as defined by Star Fleet, is the art of accomplishing the missions assigned to
its personnel, or the process of influencing others to accomplish the mission by providing
purpose, direction, and motivation. The foundation for anyone in a leadership position to
influence others in the accomplishment of the mission is trust. If the team cannot trust
their leaders, they will not follow them. Without such trust on the part of the team the
individual in the leadership position would be ineffectual. Effective leadership, therefore,
must be based upon model personal example, superior management practices, and moral
responsibility.
Everything in leadership starts with the leader. If leaders cannot judge their own
character, how can they judge others? If leaders do not know themselves, how can they
know others? If leaders are fearful, how can they expect those who follow them to be
courageous? If leaders cannot endure, how can they expect those they lead to endure? If
leaders are not dependable, how can they expect others to depend on them?
In general, all members of the Star Fleet Service are expected to exhibit and exercise
leadership in whatever they do. Leadership not only applies to individuals in command or
in a leadership position, but also by persons in non-leadership positions as well. In this
instance leadership is exhibited by demonstrating initiative. As will be stated later in this
section initiative is the ability, or presence of mind, to take action in the absence of any
clearly defined order. As such, it is expected that members of the Star Fleet Service will
take the initiative in a lawful and honest manner when dealing with unknown situations,
and to take charge or ownership of the situation. The following are the traits needed to
become a good and effective leader.
BEARING
Bearing, as defined by Star Fleet, is the manner in which one conducts or carries oneself,
including posture and gestures. As such, one should always attempt to create a favorable
impression by one's appearance, to carry themselves well, and always to act in a manner
befitting a Star Fleet officer. This essentially means that one should always look, act, and
speak like a leader -- whether they feel like it or not. There will be times when a person
will wish that someone else could take the responsibility for a while. To feel this is one
thing; to let it show in one's actions and appearance is quite another. If people see that an
officer is discouraged, then they, too, will be discouraged. Remember, a Star Fleet officer
leads by example and to hang one's head, to be out of uniform, or to speak in pessimistic
tones implies a sense of fear and a lack of desire. An officer's job is to lead. If an officer
has a positive attitude, so will their team members. A person's appearance and carriage
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COURAGE
Courage is that trait that allows one to perform effectively, in spite of hardships, and can
come in many forms. Courage is the mental quality that allows one to face fear and to
overcome it. This means both the fear of physical harm and the fear of criticism. It is the
quality or trait that all people must have in order to face danger. In addition, one must
also have the courage to stand up for their beliefs. A person might not ever be asked to
exhibit the physical courage; however, one will be asked to exhibit courage in defending
their ethics and values. To do the right thing in the face of adversity and opposition is not
easy. A person's friends may ask him or her to do something unethical, but it will be up to
the individual to do what is right.
DECISIVENESS
Decisiveness is a quality that allows an individual to take swift and firm action. To be able
to make such decisions, and take such actions, one must also be informed of all available
facts. A person must also be courageous to be decisive. The decisions an individual makes
will not always be popular. As such, when an individual is making a decision, that person
must always remember that they should get all the available information within the
constraints of time. When this is done, they must act as quickly as the situation requires,
and they must be firm in their actions and confident in their decisions.
DEPENDABILITY
Dependability is defined as being able to be depended upon, to be worthy of trust. That is,
being dependable means that other people will know that a person will perform their
duties in a proper manner. In the eyes of one's superiors, this is a quality or trait that is of
the utmost importance. If a superior orders an individual to perform a task or to
accomplish a mission, they want to be sure that it will be completed. In general, team
members are depending on their superiors to lead them in a manner that will allow them
the most safety under the given conditions. A leader will have to be able to follow orders,
and in turn they will have to instill in their unit the same attitude.
ENDURANCE
Endurance is the ability to tolerate hardships. These hardships might include hunger, cold,
heat, and excessive stress. Physical and mental toughness are necessary for all Star Fleet
officers and enlisted Technicians as life and work in deep space can be hard. As such,
endurance helps one to deal with hardships. No one enjoys uncomfortable or stressful
situations, but they can be endured if one can develop a sense of pride in their work. As
such, to gain endurance one should cultivate enthusiasm.
ENTHUSIASM
Enthusiasm is defined as intense enjoyment, interest, or approval in what one does. In

order to be enthusiastic, an individual must demonstrate interest and exuberance in the
performance of their duties. It is necessary to remain optimistic and, if possible, remain
cheerful in all situations. In essence, a positive attitude is a necessity if one is to make any
progress in the attempt to acquire the traits that will allow an individual to become an
effective leader. One must always keep their bearing. That is, to keep their head up, and
maintain their appearance so that team members can see that the individual has kept up
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INITIATIVE
Initiative is the ability, or presence of mind, to take action in the absence of any clearly
defined instructions. It means doing something on one's own, and not just because one
was ordered to do so. It will often be necessary for an individual to work with little or no
supervision. During these times, one will have to make decisions concerning how the work
is to be done. If one's superior officer tells an individual to accomplish a task, but does not
explain how it is to be accomplished, the individual must take the initiative and develop his
or her own plan of action.
As a member of a team, supervision may not always be present, thus forcing an individual
to take initiative. Initiative essentially means having the ability to see what has to be done
and doing it. An individual should not have to be told how to do everything, as such, if
something needs to be done, the individual should do it. Enthusiasm has a great deal to do
with initiative. The exuberance that an individual shows in doing their job will often lead to
going beyond their orders and going the extra distance. Initiative also sets a fine example
for one's team members. It shows that that person has the enthusiasm, the decisiveness,
and the dependability to get the job done.
INTEGRITY
Integrity means that in order to lead, one must be honest and upright, and one must be
truthful in their actions and words. Anything less and the team members, superiors or
peers will not be able to trust that individual. Trust is essential in any leadership situation,
for if the team members cannot trust their leader, they will not follow him or her. Leaders
must also have the trust of their peers as well. As a general premise if a leader cannot be
trusted, they should not be leading. In order to maintain integrity, the leader must adhere
to their code of ethics. One's code of ethics will guides the individual to do the correct and
moral thing, consistent with the highest values of the service and society as a whole. This
is not always easy. There will be times when a leader will be tempted to act in a manner
that will threaten his or her integrity. In times such as these, one must ask themselves
whether or not they are doing the right thing. If a leader behaves in an unethical manner,
their team members and subordinates will not trust him or her.
JUDGEMENT
Judgment is the ability to consider all of the factors of a problem or situation. It is then up
to the leader to make a correct decision. Good judgment is important for a leader. Good
judgment is what will keep a unit running smoothly. If one shows good judgment, it will
give the team members faith in the leader's abilities. This in turn will earn their respect
and their loyalty. Good judgment will tell a leader when to act, how to act, and where to
act. It will have to be developed through experience.
In summary, good judgment is interrelated with most other leadership traits and cannot
stand alone. A leader must use knowledge, decisiveness, and courage in their judgments
and as such, must completely examine a situation before he or she should make a decision
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JUSTICE
Judgment will assist the leader in seeing that justice is done. Nearly all decisions that are
made can be made based solely on the merits, but first the evidence or information must
be fully examined in order to see what does, and does not, pertain to the situation at
hand. A good leader must be fair and even in his or her decisions, and impartiality should
be the watchword. Favoritism should never be a factor in the equation.
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge consists of both technical and tactical knowledge as well as the understanding
of human nature. It will be necessary for a good leader to keep up with the latest
developments in science, technology, and military tactics as well as what is going on in the
galaxy as a whole. In order to lead, one must know where they are going and how they
are going to get there. Technical and tactical knowledge will help an individual accomplish
his or her task, regardless of what that task may be. To develop this knowledge, a good
leader will need to become familiar with equipment and the capabilities of the individuals
assigned to the unit. The leader must also be in tune with the individual’s emotional states
and attitudes. This will help recognize and eliminate problems before they get out of hand.
Leaders should develop a program that keeps them abreast of current developments in
their specialty (or technical field), organizational policies, and local and alien planetary
affairs. Technical publications, directives, books from recommended reading lists, and
mass-media are valuable aids toward achieving this goal. Serious group discussions,
research, professional development/leadership seminars, and experience also contribute to
broadening a leader’s knowledge.
LOYALTY
Loyalty is the quality of faithfulness to the government, one’s organization, seniors,

subordinates, and peers. The confidence and respect that leaders can gain from superiors
and crew members is immeasurable. Conversely, the damage resulting from a lack of
loyalty is also immeasurable. For example, although a leader’s reputation can spread
everywhere if it is based on actions to protect subordinates from injustice, a breach in
confidentiality will cause subordinates to lose respect in that leader. A good leader does
not allow personal opinion to interfere with the mission, nor give the impression of
disagreement with orders when relaying them to subordinates. View orders as a superior’s
method of dealing with a situation and support him or her wholeheartedly. The necessity
for loyalty in the unit is beyond question. One must be dedicated to the ideals of the unit.
In order to be successful in this, a good leader must also be loyal to subordinates, peers,
and superiors. Loyalty is the essence of serving the unit.
TACT
Tact is the ability to deal with others without creating offense. In other words, to treat
others with courtesy is a sign of maturity, which requires leaders to be tactful in their
dealings with peers, subordinates, and superiors. Being tactful and diplomatic in one's
communications should come as naturally as possible. One should speak to others without
being demeaning or condescending. That is to say, one should treat others as one would
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UNSELFISHNESS
Star Fleet officers, as leaders, must put the comfort and advancement of others ahead of
their own. In particular, an officer must never achieve at the expense of others. This does
not mean, however, that a leader should put the needs of their subordinates ahead of the
accomplishment of the task, for the task always comes first. Nevertheless, a leader must
see that the needs of subordinates are taken care of before their own. Such a natural
tendency toward unselfishness demonstrates to subordinates that he or she is considerate
and compassionate. Unselfish leaders avoid providing for their own comfort and personal
advancement at the expense of others. Leaders should place the comfort, pleasure, and
recreation of subordinates before their own. It is difficult to respect leaders who seek their
own comfort over that of their subordinates or who hoard credit for achievement made
possible by subordinates. True leaders place themselves last in priority and share the
dangers and hardships with their subordinates.

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6.0 STAR FLEET BASE ADMINISTRATION

In this chapter the internal administration of Star Fleet bases and space stations will be
discussed, as well as the directives, guidelines, regulations and processes used to establish
and administer the internal command organization of Star Fleet bases and stations. In
this context, base administration will have a broad definition and will include Star Fleet
Stations and Outposts as well. The primary document issued to Star Fleet bases and
stations for the administration of the command will be the Station Organization and
Regulations Manual. This manual will be discussed further in Section 6.3 of this manual.
BASIC STAR FLEET BASE AND STATION ORGANIZATION
The basic organizational structure for Star Fleet bases and stations is essentially the
same, regardless of the size or type of base. The high-level command structure of a Star
Fleet base is illustrated in Figure 6a60.1, and Figure 6a60.2 for a station. This figure
shows all the primary department heads by their title, designation and rank, which
represents the entire command structure of a typical Star Fleet base or space station.
The function of each department head will be described in detail within the subsequent
sections of this chapter.
COMMAND DEPARTMENT[1]
At the top level is the Command Department, which contains the Base or Station
Commander, the Base Executive Officer and a Flag Secretary or Command
Yeoman. In addition, there may be assigned a Resident Star Fleet Representative
with the duty of counseling the Base or Station Commander on Federation legal and
diplomatic matters. The responsibilities and functions of the persons within this
department are set forth in Star Fleet Regulations and in the base or station's Station
Operations and Regulations Manual or SORM. In addition, the Command
Department may also contain the commanders of those independent commands
attached to the facility. Although these commands are independent from the base Chain of
Command, and the commanders of these facilities do not directly report to the Base
Commander, the commanders and the members of their commands must abide by the
rules and regulations of the base command as required by Star Fleet Regulation 5520.
BASE COMMANDER
As required under Star Fleet Regulation 4130, each Star Fleet base or space station
will have a line officer detailed as Base or Station Commander. The Base Commander
is the head of the base or station organization and has absolute authority over the entire
command as specified in Star Fleet Regulation 4120. The duties of the Base or
Station Commander are many and varied. As such, Star Fleet had dedicated a
complete chapter in Star Fleet Regulations relating to the duties and responsibilities of
Base Commanders. But in general, the primary duty and responsibility of the Base
Commander is the safety, well-being and efficiency of the command. A more detailed
discussion of the duties and responsibilities of the Base Commander may be found in
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BASE EXECUTIVE OFFICER
The Base Executive Officer, or XO, is the line officer (SBC) next in rank to the Base
Commander as required under Star Fleet Regulation 5810, and under the direction of
the Base Commander, is in complete charge of all matters relating to the personnel,
routine, and discipline of the base or station. As such, the Executive Officer can be
considered as the “Administrative Officer” of the base or station and will have those
officers that perform administrative functions at the base or station report directly to him
as shown in Figure 6a60.3. The function of the Executive Officer is to carry out the
orders and policies of the Base Commander. In addition, the Executive Officer is
second in command of the base or space station in accordance with Star Fleet
Regulation 5230. As such, the Base Commander will keep his Executive Officer
informed of all his actions and policies as required by Star Fleet Regulation 4160 and
the Executive Officer will succeed to command in the event of the loss of the Base
Commander.
With regards to his authority, all orders issued by the Executive Officer are considered
as coming from the Base Commander. And in case of the absence or disability of the
Base Commander, the Executive Officer will assume command. Therefore, the
Executive Officer is, by virtue of his position, senior to all staff officers on the base or
station.
The Executive Officer is also the base or station's ”Morale Officer“ as well. As such,
morale will generally be the responsibility of the Executive Officer, as well as
maintaining the base or station in a high state of readiness. This includes keeping the base
or station in optimal cleanliness, ensuring the staff is neat and clean in appearance, and to
assign individuals to appropriate duty. In addition, all drills and tests of personnel
efficiency and battle readiness will be the responsibility of the Executive Officer[2].
Regarding succession, the Executive Officer will be the first one to assume command. As
such, should the Base Commander become disabled during battle, the Executive
Officer will immediately take over and become the acting Commander. For this reason,
the location of the Executive Officer’s battle station, as determined by the Base
Commander, is very important and will usually be some distance away from the Base
Commander. This prevents both officers from being placed out of commission at the
same time. After any battle, the Executive Officer will make a detailed report to the
Commander of the material condition of the base or station and the status of all repairs.
If the Executive Officer cannot fulfill the duties of the Base Commander, normally, the
next senior line officer assigned to the base or station assumes the duties of the Base
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BASE DEPARTMENT HEADS
Departments within a base or station's organization will be run by a “Department Head.”

The function of the Department Head is to act on behalf of the Base commander in all
matters that pertain to the department. All persons assigned to the department will report
to the Department Head, and all orders issued by the department head must be obeyed
as if they were issued by the Base commander. In addition, all Department Heads will
conform to the policies and comply with the orders of their Base commander.
The duties and responsibilities of Department Heads will be described in more detail in
Section 1.4 of Part 2 of Volume VI of the Star Fleet Command Manual and within the
Station Operations and Regulations Manual or SORM; but in general, they are:
 Maintain the department in a maximum state of battle and emergency readiness at all
times
 Maintain established standards of performance and conduct of its personnel
 Formulate and carry out departmental training programs
 Be responsible for the efficient and economical management of departmental
expenditures and budgets
 Maintain the cleanliness and supervise the upkeep of the department’s grounds,
buildings, spaces and equipment, and to carry out maintenance plans in accordance
with current activities
 Ensure the proper operation of all equipment and safety devices at their locations and
to post any and all required or needed safety precautions
 Prepare the reports, maintain the records and the required logs in connection with their
duties
BASE DIVISION OFFICERS
Next in the hierarchy of a Department is the Division, which is headed by a Division

Officer. A Division is the primary element of a Department with a somewhat wide and
generalized scope regarding the nature of the functions for which it is responsible. As
such, Division Officers may be Limited Duty Officers or LDOs and may be restricted
to duty within their specialization. A more detailed examination of Division Officers will
be found in Section 1.5 of Part 2 of Volume VI of the Star Fleet Command Manual.
BASE SECTION LEADERS
Divisions within a departmental organization may be further divided into Sections that
are focused on a specific functional area within the division. Heads of Star Fleet base and
space station Sections will generally have the title of <Function/Section> Officer or
<Function/Section> Chief for senior enlisted persons; where the function is defined as
the primary operational responsibility for the Section. For example, the officer in charge
of a station's weapons systems will have the title of Weapons Officer, and the senior
technician in charge of the Biopsy Lab in the Medical Department may be called
Biopsy Lab Chief, etc. A more detailed examination of Section Leaders will be found in
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SPECIAL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS
In addition to the base or station's departmental, divisional and section officers there are
other officers that perform certain functions related to the administration of the command
and may not be a specific billet within the base or station's organization chart. These
officers will generally report directly to the Executive Officer as shown in Figure 6a60.3.
The following subsections will examine these other administrative officers.
BASE PERSONNEL OFFICER
The base or station Personnel Officer is that line officer in charge of the Personnel
Division at a Star Fleet base or station. This is one of the permanent billets at any base
or station. The function of the Personnel Officer is to aid the base or station Executive
Officer in those administrative duties relating to personnel management. Primarily, the
Personnel Officer maintains all the personnel records of the crew except for medical
records, which is the responsibility of the base or station Medical Officer, maintains the
staff's pay records and performs pay management and disbursement to facility personnel,
and is responsible for maintaining the base or station's training program. As part of his
function the Personnel Officer will also be responsible for the maintenance of the
information contained within the base or station's Personnel Records Database, which
is part of the facility's Library-Computer.
BASE TRAINING OFFICER
All Star Fleet bases and stations will have a Training Officer responsible to provide and
maintain the facilities, materials and instructors for onsite training. At the larger bases, the
Training Officer will be a permanent billet assigned by the Base Executive Officer.
However, on the smaller stations, the Training Officer will be a supplementary function
that will be assigned to a junior officer by the Executive Officer. In all cases the
Executive Officer shall be the chief Training Officer for the command.
Basically, the duty of the Training Officer is to establish and maintain the base or
station's training program; schedule training classes and events, provide or create training
materials, ensure that training equipment, manuals and supplies are readily available, and
to maintain the list of qualifications. Specifically, the function of the base or station's
Training Officer is to:
 Provide the necessary training and instruction to all members of the staff
 Provide adequate facilities to accomplish the training
 Provide and manage the instructors needed for training and coaching
 Provide the appropriate materials and training aids
 Schedule the training and the facilities needed for training
 Maintain the training records of base or station personnel and provide the training
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BASE RECORDS OFFICER
The function of the Records Officer is to manage base's or station's information, logging
and record-keeping systems. As such, it is responsible for maintaining all records at the
base or station including the Personnel Records database stored on the facility's
computer. However, the Records Officer is not responsible for the contents of
Personnel Records, but is responsible only for their maintenance as computer records.
The Records Officer is also responsible for the accuracy of all information that is stored
within the facility's Library-computer, and for the accessibility of this information to all
personnel at the base or station. The Records Officer is generally responsible for the
operation and programming of the facility's computers and for the maintenance of the
base or station's databases and data files.
BASE SAFETY OFFICER
The responsibility for the safety of the base or station is delegated to the facility's Safety
Officer, who will report directly to the base or station's Executive Officer. The Safety
Officer has the duty and responsibility of providing suggestions concerning facility safety
and will generate procedures and policies regarding the safety of the facility.
BASE SECURITY OFFICER
The Security Officer is responsible for the overall security of the base or station and its
personnel. The Security Officer is an officer of the line and will usually be assigned to
the position by the Star Fleet Security Forces Command. The base or space station
Security Officer is the person responsible for the operation, maintenance and repair of
the facility's security systems, the management of the base or station's detention facilities
and small arms; for providing sentries to guard critical areas of the base or station; to
provide security personnel to protect visitors, dignitaries and guests, and to provide Shore
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BASE COMMAND DUTY OFFICER
The Command Duty Officer, or CDO, is that officer designated by the Base
Commander to act as the Base Commander during his or her absence and has the
same authority and responsibility as the Executive Officer. This watch position is senior
to any other watch officer and may span several watch periods. In other words, the
Command Duty Officer, or Duty Officer, relieves the Executive Officer. The basic
watch organization for the CDO is shown in Figure 6a60.4.
The Command Duty Officer is usually a commissioned line officer eligible to succeed to
command. Officers so designated will stand this duty in rotation as specified by the Senior
Watch Officer and as approved by the Executive Officer. The Command Duty
Officer is generally responsible for the entire base or station and its personnel, for the
conduct of the facility's routine and in the absence of the regularly responsible officer, for
the supervision of all base or station activities. The Command Duty Officer shall succeed
to the responsibilities and authority of command when all base or station officers senior to
him, who are eligible, are absent or incapacitated for duty. While acting for the Executive
Officer, the Command Duty Officer has the authority prescribed for the Executive
Officer, except that the Command Duty Officer cannot make any changes to the
existing organization unless ordered to do so, or in an emergency, and must endeavor to
have routine affairs of the command carried on in the usual manner.
The Command Duty Officer (Figure 6a60.4) is a specific watch activity that will only
have a duration of twenty-four hours. While the Base Commander may not be on-site,
the responsibility for the facility will rest with the CDO. Each day a new CDO assumes the
watch in a duty rotation set by the Executive Officer.
BASE DUTY SCHEDULES
Administration of Star Fleet bases and stations also includes the Duty Schedule of the
operations the base or station will perform. Duty Schedules are the operational plans for
the evolutions the facility will be executing at any given time and are an integral part of
the Plan of the Day or POD. The POD is an electronic billboard, published and
transmitted daily, containing all the evolutions and base or station business planned for the
day. This includes all administrative as well as operational functions that are scheduled to
be performed that day. The POD also contains notices on special events such as holiday
activities, theatrical performances, special dinners, and special ceremonies. The POD is
issued and sent to all stations daily, and can be accessed by anyone at anytime from
anywhere on the site. Duty Schedules are kept by most departments, but the primary
base or station's Duty Schedule is the one published in the POD.
When special evolutions will be performed, as published in the Plan of the Day, the
individuals designated to perform the task will be identified in the POD and will be
assigned based upon their standing in the base or station's Duty Roster for that
evolution. In general, a Duty Roster[3] is a list of personnel assigned to perform the
function on a rotational basis, and is published daily as part of the POD. There are several
Duty Rosters and one will be established for each known evolution or detail assignment
that may occur. Individuals placed on a given Duty Roster must be qualified to perform
the evolution. However, for most general, unplanned or unusual tasks, the base's or
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Figure 6a60.1
GENERAL STAR FLEET BASE ORGANIZATION
Command CO Base
Department COMO Commander

MED JUD
Commander: Space Sector
CAPT Fleet Medical Center CAPT Judge Advocate
AW ENG
MAT EDU
CAPT Fleet Supply Facility CAPT Fleet Training Center
XO Base
OPS FAC MED DEF

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Figure 6a60.2
GENERAL STAR FLEET STATION ORGANIZATION
Command CO Station
Department CAPT Commander
FLTREP Space Sector CYEO

Command Yeoman
LCDR Representative T5
FOR Fleet Marine TEK Commander:

LEUT Company Commander CAPT Fleet Repair Facility
AT Commander: JUD Space Sector

CMDR Fighter Attachment CMDR Judge Advocate
XO Station
CMDR Executive Officer
OPS Station Operations ENG Station Engineering MED Station Medical DEF Station Defense
LCDR Officer LCDR Officer LCDR Officer LCDR Officer
SEC Station Security

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Figure 6a60.3
DIRECT REPORTS TO THE BASE EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Command
XO
Department Base Executive
Officer
CAPT
SEC OPSPER OPSREC OPSTRN

Base Security Base Personnel Base Records Base Training
Officer Officer Officer Officer
CMDR LCDR LCDR LCDR
FACSAF COMCHP
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Officer Chaplain
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Figure 6a60.4
BASE COMMAND DUTY OFFICER
CO Base
CONN Commander
CYM Command
CONN Duty Yeoman
XO SWO Senior Watch
Base Executive
CONN Officer CONN Officer
CDO Command
CONN Duty Officer
CMO Duty Communications EDO Engineering Duty

COMM Officer ENGR Officer
DMO Duty Medical DSO Duty Services TDO Duty Transporter SDO Duty Security
MEDL Officer SERV Officer TRAN Officer SECB Officer
Department
Duty Officers
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6.1 STAR FLEET BASE AND STATION

CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES
This section will provide a brief description of the civilian workforce that is employed at
Star Fleet bases and space stations. Civilian personnel make up approximately 10% of
the total base or station work force, primarily in the areas of command administration,
command services, engineering and construction. In general, civilians are hired primarily to
fill specific administrative jobs so that military service personnel would not be required to
fill them. As such, civilians have a non-combat, non-military role and their activities are
separate from the military program because, by law, civilians cannot partake in military
activities and still remain in a non-combatant status. Therefore, civilians can only work in
and on non-military activities.
Civilian employment comes in two forms: permanent and temporary. Most of the civilian
jobs at a base or station require permanent employment, but for specific short-time work,
Star Fleet facilities will engage temporary employees or contractors to fill special work
requirements. Within the facility's organization civilian employees serve primarily as clerks
and administrative assistants, filing records, data entry, managing medical and personal
benefits, insurance policies and generating reports and documents. Many of the civilian
jobs are professional in nature such as doctors, lawyers, psychologists, physical therapists
and engineers. Most of the civilian positions at a base or station will be within the base or
station's Office of Base Personnel, the Engineering Department, the Medical
Department and the Justice Department or Base Court. As such, civilian jobs are
prevalent in all the divisions of a Star Fleet base or station except for the Operations
Department, because of the classified nature of the work performed within this division.
Very few civilians are employed in the Operations Department, and only as intelligence
analysts and contractors.
ALIEN EMPLOYEES
Civilian employment at Star Fleet facilities may also include non-citizens as well. This is
especially true on bases and stations at the far reaches of Federation space and on non-
Federation worlds where the source of labor must come from the indigenous population.
As such, the Personnel Department of the base or station will have an office from the Star
Fleet Bureau of Alien Personnel to manage the alien employee population.
COMMAND RESPONSIBILITY
Since civilians will be employed at Star Fleet installations, such as Starbases and Star
Fleet stations, installation commanders are responsible for leading and managing civilian
employees, and will be held accountable for their conduct onsite, and for the effective
utilization of their civilian assets. Responsible commanders develop, empower, and utilize
subordinate supervisors, managers, and the Personnel Resources staff to establish a
work environment for positive employee motivation and high performance. As such, Base
and Station Commanders must exercise their authority under Star Fleet Regulation
4410. In summary, Commanders of large base facilities will usually have a civilian
manager direct civilian work activities. As such, Base and Station Commanders will
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COMMAND DISCIPLINE
Generally speaking, a Base or Station Commander will have full authority over its
civilian workforce as provided by ARTICLE 13 of the Star Fleet Charter. As this article
states: “All civilian personnel employed by the Department of the Star Fleet shall come
under the authority of Star Fleet Command and shall comply with all its regulations,
directives and instructions.” Therefore, all civilian employees will always be under the
direction of a Star Fleet officer in one way or another. And in the case of high-level
executive positions, civilian managers will always come under the direction of a Star Fleet
flag officer.
To aid in the management of the civilian workforce at a base or station, the commander of
the base or station will organize and hire civilian managers for this purpose. The following
subsections will describe the various positions that may be found at any Star Fleet base
or station.
DIVISION MANAGERS
The position of Division Manager is typically an appointed position designed to manage

a large organization of civilian employees within the Department of the Star Fleet. This
position will usually be created at large Star Fleet bases where there is a requirement in
the base agreement to employ a significant number of indigenous personnel. As such,
Division Managers can mostly be found managing the civilian workforce at one of the five
Star Fleet Headquarters located on the home worlds of the original signatories to the
Articles of Federation. For example a Star Fleet Supply Depot that is manned almost
entirely by local civilians, or a large Star Fleet repair facility such as the one on Cygnet
XIV.
A Division Manager will always report to a Star Fleet flag officer. Division Managers are
either promoted through the ranks of the Star Fleet civilian workforce or specifically hired
for the job. Those that are hired must have had previous experience in managing a large
workforce or a large project. Star Fleet will recruit such persons from the civilian ranks of
industry.
DEPARTMENT MANAGERS
Department Managers are civilian professionals who have been placed in charge of a
moderately-sized population of civilian workers – both professional and craft. In a large
civilian organization as at Star Fleet Headquarters or on a Starbase, Department
Managers will usually be in charge of the second level of management within the
organization, where the top or first level will be a Division Manager. As such, Department
Managers almost always report to a Division Manager and will very rarely report to a Star
Fleet officer, but when they do they will usually be under the direction of a line officer of
command grade such as a Captain or Commander. However, on some Star Fleet
stations where there is a somewhat significant civilian workforce, the person in charge of
the workforce would hold the position of Department Manager as the head of the civilian
workforce department and would come under the direct authority of the station’s
Commanding Officer. An example of a Department Manager would be the manager of
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SECTION MANAGERS
Section Managers are those that supervise a small group of civilian employees, usually
as part of a larger organization under the administration of a Department Manager such as
a shop at a repair facility. In this instance, the Section Manager would have the title of
Shop Manager. As such, Section Managers will sometimes report to a Star Fleet officer,
usually a line officer with the rank of Lieutenant Commander or higher. However, in
cases where the overall civilian workforce is too small to be managed by a Department
Manager, a Section Manager may be assigned with the responsibility for managing the
workforce. In such cases, the workforce should not exceed twelve employees. In addition,
where a workforce will be comprised primarily of craft personnel and the total workforce
will be under six persons, the position of Supervisor will be established in lieu of a Section
Manager.
PROJECT MANAGERS
Project Managers are professionals chosen to manage a specific project. As such,

Project Managers may or may not have individuals working directly under them. They are
essentially in charge of the project and any resources that may be allotted to them.
Projects, in general, are usually temporary in nature and therefore, the position of Project
Manager will usually not be permanent. Where a Project Manager may require personnel
resources, the manager must make a request to his or her Star Fleet management team.
In addition, if the project requires a budget to be managed, it will be the Star Fleet
management team that will manage the money.
Project Managers can typically be found within the base's Engineering Department, but
may also be found in the base or station's Science Department, if it exists, as well. Any
primary division that is assigned to perform large technical or scientific projects will usually
have civilian Project Managers. Departments such as the Medical Department, the
Justice Department, the Training Department or any of the primary administrative
departments at a base or station will rarely have a civilian Project Manager. Project
Managers may or may not report to a divisional, departmental or section manager, but will
most often report to a Star Fleet officer, usually, as a minimum, an officer of command
rank such as a Captain or Commander, depending on the size of the project.
SUPERVISORS
Supervisors are individuals that manage or oversee craft and administrative personnel.
They usually come from the ranks of the craft or administrative labor force and are
promoted into this position. However, should such an individual come from the ranks of a
labor force under a guild or labor union, the supervisor can no longer be a member of the
organization and must resign from any obligation to that organization. Supervisors can
usually be found in the base or station's Engineering Department, the Base Services
Department, or the base or station's Repair Facility, where a large force of civilian
labor is employed. In general, supervisors will usually be under the direction of a
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CIVILIAN MANAGER EVALUATIONS
Upper level managers such as Division and Department Managers will be evaluated by the
Star Fleet Base or Station Commander on an annual basis. For large organizations
where there are multiple Department Managers under a single Division Manager, the
Department Managers will be evaluated by the Division Manager and the results submitted
to the Star Fleet Base or Station Commander. Regarding promotions and salary
increases of senior-level managers, the Star Fleet Base or Station Commander, which
will usually be an officer of command grade, has the authority to give salary increases and
promotions to such managers within the guidelines set forth by the Star Fleet Bureau of
Civilian Personnel. Civilian managers will never come under the supervision of, or
evaluated by, enlisted personnel.
Mid-level managers such as Section Managers and Project Managers will typically be
evaluated annually by the civilian manager that directly supervises them, with review
concurrence by the Star Fleet officer that is over the reviewing manager. In most cases
this will be a Department Manager. In such cases the Department Manager is given full
authority to give salary increases and promotions within the guidelines set forth by the
Star Fleet Bureau of Civilian Personnel.
In the case where the mid-level manager is not under a Department Manager, the person
will be evaluated by the senior Star Fleet officer directly above them. In such cases the
evaluating Star Fleet officer can only make recommendations regarding any salary
increase or promotion of such managers. It will be up to the Star Fleet Bureau of
Civilian Personnel to make the final determination.
Supervisors will normally be evaluated by their immediate civilian manager, except if the
person is under the direct authority of a Star Fleet officer. Supervisors are evaluated
semi-annually. The first or mid-year evaluation is used primarily to gauge the direction of
the individual’s performance and to make corrections as needed. The final or end-of-year
evaluation is used to rate the individual and will be used in the determination of any salary
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DIRECTIVES AND INSTRUCTIONS
In this section the various operational directives and instructions will be presented. These
are basically the commands issued to the Shore Establishment and Operating Forces
by Star Base Command or by Sector Commandants, which are in conformance with
Star Fleet Regulation 3210. Operational directives come in several forms, depending
upon their origin. As such, the following table will list the various forms, their origin and
general content.
Table 6a62.1
STAR BASE COMMAND OPERATIONAL DIRECTIVE TYPES
Directive Type Source General Content
Fleet Command Instruction - These are specific
instructions, guidelines or administrative regulations for
Deputy Chief:
COMBASINST Star Base Command. Some examples of such instructions
Star Base Command
include watch qualification requirements, ship's security
requirements, etc.
Sector Operations Instruction - Specific Standing Orders or
instructions issued by a Sector Commandant to all his or
SECOPSINST Sector Commandant her forces. These are Standing Orders of an administrative
nature such as uniform of the day, contents of the POD,
etc., based upon the guidelines in SECOPSMAN.
Fleet Operations Manual - Manual issued by Star Fleet
Operations given to Fleet Commanders regarding fleet
FLTOPSMAN Star Fleet Operations operations. Contents include ship organization, squadron
organization, fleet deployment guidelines, etc.
Star Fleet Operations Manual - Provides general guidance

and regulations regarding fleet operations. Such things
OPSMAN Star Fleet Operations
include tactical methods, how to prepare a Department
Organization Manual, etc.
Star Fleet Station Operations Manual - Specific manuals
Star Base Command:
concerning the operation of Star Fleet bases and stations.
BASEOPSMAN Office of Star Fleet Base
One such example is the Standard Station Operations and
Operations
Regulations Manual Format.
An example of a typical Star Base Command Instruction (COMBASINST) is provided

on the next page. Specifically, the following COMBASINST (7881.4b) is a directive
pertaining to the requirement for maintaining the grounds of any Star Fleet base in a
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STAR FLEET COMMAND HEADQUARTERS
UNITED FEDERATION OF PLANETS
COMBASINST 7881.4b: UPKEEP AND MAINTENANCE OF STAR FLEET BASE GROUNDS
Commanders of Star Fleet bases shall ensure that the grounds on which their base is situated presents a neat,
clean and tidy appearance in accordance with Star Fleet Regulation 4951. All grounds shall be neatly and
pleasantly arranged with indigenous and imported flowers, trees and other foliage and shrubbery, and all
foliage neatly manicured in good taste and décor. Where the grounds are to be used for recreational purposes,
Star Fleet Regulation 8430 shall apply.
In addition, pursuant to Star Fleet Regulation 4310, Commanders of Star Fleet bases shall periodically inspect
the grounds for neatness and cleanliness, and that the grounds are properly trimmed to present a pleasing,
manicured appearance.
Special provisions shall be maintained for the purpose of ground maintenance within the constraints of Star
Fleet Regulations 4790 and 4960.
DISCUSSION
The way in which Star Fleet is perceived by the general public is directly related to the way Star Fleet presents
a neat and clean appearance to the public. This is not only true of its personnel and equipment, but of the
grounds on which Star Fleet occupies, which is especially true on planets where Star Fleet bases are located
that may not be a member of the Federation. Therefore, having a base in a neat and manicured appearance
that is pleasing to the indigenous population can only serve to present a positive attitude towards Star Fleet
and the Federation.
In addition, and as a secondary purpose, bases with a pleasing appearance will help the morale of service
members, especially those stationed aboard ships on patrol for long periods of time. Visiting ship commands
must find the base or station psychologically pleasing, and to provide a feeling of hominess. Therefore, it is
incumbent of all Star Fleet base commanders to ensure their grounds provide a pleasant atmosphere and a
neat, clean and trimmed appearance.
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6.3 STAR FLEET STATION ORGANIZATION

AND REGULATIONS MANUAL
As part of the administration of any Star Fleet base or station a manual for the operation
of the base or station will be required. The purpose of this manual, identified as the
Station Organization and Regulations Manual, or SORM, is to provide the command
and staff of a Star Fleet facility with the basic organization and functioning of the facility
they are assigned. The basic contents of a SORM includes the base or space station's
organizational and command structure, a description of the function and duties of the
various department heads and other officers, a description of the functioning of the most
important systems and infrastructure at the base or station, the processes and procedures
regarding normal and abnormal conditions, casualty and combat situations, and the basic
layout, buildings and facilities located at the base or station.
By regulation, each base and station in the Star Fleet must have its own Station
Organization and Regulations Manual, which will be based upon the template created
by the Office of Star Fleet Base Operations of Star Base Command and provided in
Appendix A of this volume. An example of a completed version of a typical SORM can be
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Each base and space station within the Star Fleet will have its own Station Operations
and Regulations Manual or SORM, which is based upon the Standard Station
Organization and Regulations Manual Format template created by the Star Fleet
Base Organization and Processes Specification of Star Base Command. It is this
Specification, the Star Fleet Base Organization and Processes Specification, that
has the responsibility to develop and maintain the basic outline for the Standard Station
Organization and Regulations Manual Format that must be produced for all Star
Fleet bases and space stations. As such, the Star Fleet Base Organization and
Processes Specification will ensure that the SORM for all Star Fleet bases and space
stations have been established and are kept up to date.
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Introduction ii
Chapter 1 SORM Specification

Specification 1.1 General 1
Specification 1.2 Manual Format 1
Specification 1.3 Manual Classification 1
Specification 1.4 Manual Updates 1
Specification 1.5 Diagrams and Figures 3
Specification 1.6 Figure Orientation 3
Chapter 2 SORM Organization

Specification 2.1 General Organization 5
Specification 2.2 Table of Contents 5
Specification 2.3 Chapter Sections 5
Specification 2.4 Chapter and Section Page Format 5
Specification 2.5 Section Articles 5
Specification 2.6 Article Numbering
Specification 2.7 Article Referencing
Chapter 3 SORM Content

Specification 3.1 General 7
Specification 3.2 Organizational Content 7
Specification 3.3 Chapter 1 Content 7
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The Standard Station Organization and Regulations Manual Format (SOR) was
developed by Star Base Command for the purpose of guiding Star Fleet base and space
station commands in the creation of their specific SORM. The purpose of the SORM is
to organize the command into the proper functional elements for the efficient operation
of the command; to develop and maintain the proper relationships between functions,
personnel and material assets for the accomplishment of desired objectives with
maximum economy and effectiveness; and to set down the processes and procedures
for the proper operation and administration of the base or space station as well as the
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Specification 1.1 General
In accordance with Star Fleet Regulation 4140 all bases and space stations in the Star
Fleet shall create and maintain an organizational structure along with the regulations
and procedures necessary for the proper administration of the command. This shall be
accomplished by developing a Station Organization and Regulations Manual, or SORM,
for the administration and training of the command. This document, the Standard
Station Organization and Regulations Manual Format, shall provide the guidelines
necessary to develop an effective SORM.
Specification 1.2 Manual Format
1. Manual Cover - The cover of all SORMs shall follow the format presented on the
next page.
2. Document Numbering - All SORM documents shall be labeled with the specific
document number placed on the upper right corner of every page as illustrated in
the example on the next page. The format shall be as follows:
See sample cover on next page
BASEOPSMAN-023
Where: SORM NNNN
REVISION X.X
BASEOPSMAN-061 is the Star Base Command specification
SORM NNNN is the specific facility document and NNNN is the Registry Number
REVISION X.X is the document revision for the specific facility's SORM
3. Page Numbers – Each page shall be numbered based upon the chapter of the
document as follows:
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Specification 1.3 Manual Classification
All SORM documents shall be classified "CONFIDENTIAL" in accordance with the Star
Fleet Manual for Classified Information and as such, shall be handled in accordance
with the Star Fleet Security Manual for Classified Material.
Specification 1.4 Manual Updates
The SORM shall be reviewed every time an event occurs that effects the normal
operation of the facility, work center or division. The relevant sections of the SORM
shall be reviewed and changed based upon a new event, and the revision number of
the document incremented by 0.1 for minor changes and by 1.0 for major changes. All
changes to this SORM shall be submitted to the base or station's Executive Officer for
review, which then must be approved by the Base or Station Commander. It shall be
the responsibility of the Executive Officer to keep this SORM up to date.
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BASEOPSMAN-061
SORM NNNN
NNNN = Registry Number REVISION X.X
Specific SORM Revision
OFFICE OF STAR FLEET BASE OPERATIONS

STAR BASE COMMAND
Station Organization
and
Regulations Manual
Specific SORM
Document Title
<Base or Station Type/Name>

<Base or Station Registry>
SORM Classification
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Diagrams, drawing or pictures shall be illustrated in separate pages and labeled with
the following format as illustrated in the example on the next page:
Figure N-n
Where
N - is the Chapter Number

n - is the diagram, drawing or picture sequence number.
Specification 1.6 Figure Orientation
1. Diagrams, drawing or pictures should normally be oriented in "portrait" format.

However, for larger diagrams, drawings or pictures, the figure can be oriented in
"landscape" format.
2. Figures in "landscape" format shall retain the "portrait" format for the SORM page,
but the Figure Number and Title may be in "landscape" orientation.
3. All labels for the diagram shall be oriented the same as with the orientation of the
diagram.
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Specification 2.1 General Organization
Every SORM shall be organized into the following chapters:
Chapter 1 Administrative Organization

Chapter 2 Station Duty Organization
Chapter 3 Station Personnel
Chapter 4 Station Operations
Chapter 5 Engineering Operations
Chapter 6 Emergency Operations
Chapter 7 General Quarters
Chapter 8 Station Areas and Structures
Specification 2.2 Table of Contents
The Table of Contents of the SORM shall list the required chapters as specified in
Specification 2.1 above. Each chapter in the Table of Contents shall also display the
individual sections comprising the chapter.
Specification 2.3 Chapter Sections
Each chapter shall be further broken-down into Sections appropriate to the subject of
the chapter. The first section or the first article within a section of any chapter should
contain general specifications concerning the contents of the chapter.
Specification 2.4 Chapter and Section Page Format
The title of Chapter and Section shall be as illustrated in the example on the next page.
The Chapter number shall be on the top, the title of the chapter below it and the
Section number with its title below that.
Specification 2.5 Section Articles
Each regulation or article within the SORM shall have a four-digit reference number
associated with it in the following format:
N000 Chapter Number

0N00 Section Number
00NN Progression Number
Specification 2.6 Article Numbering
The first Article should of any Section should be an introductory article and shall have a
number format of NN00. Otherwise, the first article of a Section shall start with 01 as
follows: NN01.
Specification 2.7 Article Referencing
Article Numbers within the SORM shall be referenced as such: SORM-NNNN
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SECTION 1 – COMMAND
1100 Introduction
This section of the Station Organization and Regulations Manual provides a functional
guide describing the duties of the Base Commander and the Base Executive Officer, as
well as the structure of the base administrative organization (Figure 1-1). An officer,
who may succeed to command in accordance with Star Fleet Regulations, shall be
governed by the functional guides contained in this section.
1101 The Base Commander
1. Basic Function – As set forth in Star Fleet Regulations, the Base Commander (CO)
is charged with the absolute responsibility for the safety, well-being, and efficiency
of the command, except when and to the extent that he or she may be relieved
therefrom by competent authority.
2. Duties, Responsibilities, and Authority – The duties and responsibilities of the Base
Commander are established by Star Fleet Regulations, general orders, customs and
tradition. The authority of the Base Commander is commensurate with his
responsibility, subject to the limitations prescribed by law and by regulations.
3. Organizational Relationships – The relationships of subordinates to the Base
Commander are contained in Star Fleet Regulations. The following ship’s officers
report directly to the Base Commander, keeping the Base Executive Officer
appropriately informed, as indicated:
a. The Base Executive Officer for the administration and training of the command
as a whole.
b. The Base Operations Officer for operational information, and under the
Operations Officer; the Communications Officer for matters of fleet
communications.
c. The Base Facilities and Services Officer for the operation of the facility's power
plants, for the control of damage and for all matters related to the base utilities
and services.
d. The Base Medical Officer for matters related to the health of the personnel
working or stationed at the base, sanitation and other medical matters.
e. The Base Defense Officer for matters related to the defense of the base, the
management of all the base's weapons systems, and the employment of
ordnance.
f. The Base Security Officer for matters relating to the security of the base, and
for the enforcement of Federation law and base regulations.
g. All other department heads for the material status of equipment and systems
under their cognizance.
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SORM CONTENT
Specification 3.1 General
The content of the SORM shall follow the chapters as required in Specification 2.1.
Specification 3.2 Organizational Content
Articles describing the function and duties of the office holders within the command
structure shall be broken down into:
a. Basic Function of the office,

b. Duties, Responsibilities and Authority of the office, and
c. Organizational Relationships between the office holder and the other office holders
under, over or at the same level as the office holder described.
Specification 3.3 Chapter 1 Content
1. Chapter Title - In accordance with Specification 2.1 the title of Chapter 1 shall be
"Administrative Organization."
2. Section 1 Command
a. This section shall provide a functional description of the duties of the Base or
Station Commander and the Executive Officer, as well as the structure of the
base or station’s administrative organization.
b. An Organization Chart showing the names and rank of all individuals forming
the command structure, which shall include Department Heads and Division
Officers.
3. Section 2 Departments
a. This section shall provide a functional description of the duties of each of the
Department Heads within the command organization.
b. Under the Organizational Relationships subsection, a brief description of all the
Division Officers under the Department Head shall be provided.
4. Section 3 Division Organization
This section shall provide a functions description of the basic duties of Division
Officers and Section Leaders.
"Station Duty Organization."
2. Section 1 General Station Duties
This section shall provide a general description and principles of standing duty or a
watch at a Star Fleet facility.
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3. Section 2 Watch Stations

This section shall provide a general description of those duty stations that require a
24 hour work or watch schedule. Normally, these stations are the various sensitive
and security area that exist at the facility.
4. Section 3 Work Stations
This section shall provide a general description of those duty stations that do not
require a 24 hour watch, or that may be established for a specific function.
Normally, these stations are the various facilities and laboratories that may exist at
a Star Fleet facility.
5. Section 4 Special Details
This section shall provide a description of the various special details that a
crewmember may be assigned, as well as the regulations governing the
assignment of these details.
"Station Personnel." The function of Chapter 3 is to provide the guidelines and
regulations applicable to base or station personnel as set in Star Fleet Regulations
and the policies of the facility's Commander.
2. Section 1 General Provisions
The function of this section is to provide general rules pertaining to the activities
and conduct of staff personnel and employees at large. This section shall also
specify the procedures regarding personal requests. All persons aboard station
shall be familiar with the procedures presented in this section.
3. Section 2 Personnel Accountability
The function of this section is to outline the regulations regarding personnel and
employee attendance at a Star Fleet base or station in accordance with Star Fleet
Regulation 4310. As part of this requirement, this section shall also specify the
manner in which personnel accountability is to be performed and maintained.
4. Section 3 Living Quarters
The function of this section is to describe the location and accommodations of
living quarters and base housing, as well as to provide the rules pertaining to living
areas.
5. Section 4 Station Duty Assignments
The function of this section is to describe the various duty assignments that may
be found at the base or station and how such work is assigned. As a minimum,
this section shall provide information regarding:
a. The base or station's Watch, Quarter and Station Bill,
b. The base or station's Plan of the Day,
c. The base or station's Duty Roster,
d. The base or station's civilian work duty assignments, and
e. Any Special Details or work assignments that a person may be involved in.
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6. Section 5 Off-duty Activities

This section shall provide a general description of the various activities the crew
may engage in, or that is authorized by the facility Commander, while off-duty.
7. Section 6 Training and Education
This section shall provide a general description of the various training and
educational opportunities afforded to crewmembers. This section shall also
describe the duties of the station's Training Officer.
8. Section 7 Special Station Functions
This section is meant to describe the various special events and holidays that
personnel and employees may be engaged in or that the facility Commander may
allow. This section shall also describe the various disciplinary functions as well.
9. Section 8 Attached Commands
This section shall specify the various functions, operations, and the rules and
regulations regarding attached Marine Corps troops, combat craft wings and other
organizations stationed at or attached to the base or station.
10. Section 9 Civilian Employees
This section shall specify the rules and regulations regarding civilian employees at
the base or station.
"Station Operations." The function of this Chapter 4 is to set down the regulations
and guidelines regarding the basic operations performed at any base or station.
2. Section 1 General Station Operations
The function of this section is to describe the routine operations performed at the
base or station and the planning tools used, as described in Paragraph 5 of
Specification 3.5, to assign functions to station's personnel. This section shall also
provide the schedule for normal routine functions.
3. Section 2 Station Command Operations
The function of this section is to outline the command functions that shall be
executed at the base or station by those standing the command watch. This
section shall also describe the duties of the various Duty Officers standing the
command watch, including those attached Marine Corps forces.
4. Section 3 Station Control Operations
The function of this section is to describe the various station control functions
performed at bases and stations. Station Control Operations refers to the functions
and operations performed to set and maintain the station's power supply, and
those essential services required for operation. As part of this description, this
section of the manual shall also describe the various stations at a base or station
where station control may be executed.
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5. Section 4 Station Communications Operations

The function of this section is to describe the various station communications
functions performed at a base or station. Communications Operations refers to the
functions and operations performed in order for the base or station to
communicate between areas on the facility, as well as communicate with entities
external to the base or station. This section shall describe the various forms of
communications, as well as the various communications functions performed at a
base or station. In addition, this section shall also describe the locations where
communication functions may be executed.
6. Section 5 Station Defense and Weapon Systems Operations
The function of this section is to describe the various defense and weapons
systems, as well as their operation, at a base or station. As part of this description,
this section shall also describe the various duty stations and personnel who
operate and maintain the station's defense and weapons systems. In addition, this
section shall also define the rules regarding the use of the facility's weapons
systems.
7. Section 6 Station Computer Operation
The function of this section is to describe the various computers and computer
systems at the base or station, as well as the basic operation of these computer
systems.
8. Section 7 Station Security Operations
Security Operations refers to the functions and operations performed by the base
or station’s Security division in order to maintain the safety and security of the
station and its personnel. As such, the function of this section is to describe the
various functions performed by security personnel and Military Police, as well as
the systems used to maintain the base or station's security. In addition, this section
shall also describe the various functions that are the responsibility of and
performed by the facility's Security Team.
9. Section 8 Station Flight Operations
The function of this section is to describe the various operations and systems used
to launch and retrieve service or combat craft. This section will only be required if
service or combat craft are located at the base or station, or that the facility can
accommodate such craft.
10. Section 9 Attached Services
The function of this section is to describe the various services the base or station
provides. This will include judicial, consular, protective, and material services to
the fleet.
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"Engineering Operations." The function of this Chapter 5 is to set down the
regulations and guidelines regarding the various engineering and propulsion
operations performed aboard station.
2. Section 1 General Engineering Operations
The function of this section is to describe the various engineering and service
functions performed on a routine basis. In addition, this section shall also describe
the various engineering duty officers and their duty stations.
3. Section 2 Station Reactor Operations
The function of this section is to outline the engineering functions associated with
the base or station's reactors. This section shall provide basic information
regarding the startup, operation and shutdown of the facility's reactors. In addition,
this section shall describe the various watchstations and engineering personnel
that will operate the facility's reactors and their supporting systems. Where
necessary, diagrams, drawings or pictures shall be provided to show equipment
and controls.
4. Section 3 Station Electrical Operations
the base or station's primary electrical distribution systems. This section shall
provide a basic description of the operations of the facility's generating equipment,
the station's batteries and the various primary electrical system lineups. In addition,
this section shall describe the various watchstations and engineering personnel
that will operate the electric power systems. Where necessary, diagrams,
drawings or pictures shall be provided to show equipment and controls.
5. Section 4 Station Environmental Operations
the operation and control of the station's environmental systems. This section shall
also provide the internal environment requirements of temperature, pressure and
gravity for space stations. This section shall also provide a basic description of the
operations of the facility's ventilation, air conditioning, atmosphere and gravity
systems. In addition, this section shall describe the various watchstations and
engineering personnel that will operate environmental systems. Where necessary,
diagrams, drawings or pictures shall be provided to show equipment and controls.
6. Section 5 Station Utility Operations
The function of this section is to list and describe the various base and station
utility and support systems such as: Water Collection and Treatment, Plumbing
and Water Distribution, Sewage and Waste Water Processing, Trash Collection and
Disposal, and Food Growing and Processing systems. In addition, this section shall
describe the various watchstations and engineering personnel that will operate
utility equipment and farming equipment and systems. Where necessary,
diagrams, drawings or pictures shall be provided to show equipment and controls.
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7. Section 6 Station Services Operations

The function of this section is to list and describe the various services provided by
the facility. In addition, this section shall describe the various personnel that will be
performing services and the locations of these services.
8. Section 7 Station Transportation Systems Operations
The function of this section is to outline the functions associated with the
operation and function of the facility's transportation systems, including ground
transportation and the facility's Transporters. This section will describe the basic
transportation infrastructure and the types of vehicles utilized and maintained. This
section shall provide a list of all Transporter units, along with their locations, and
will also provide a general description of the transport process, as well as the
regulations regarding the use of the Transporter units. In addition, this section
shall describe the various watchstations and personnel that will operate and
maintain the facility's transportation system and infrastructure, as well as the
facility's Transporter units. Where necessary, diagrams, drawings or pictures shall
be provided to show equipment and controls.
9. Section 8 Station Maintenance Operations
The function of this section is to describe the various facility maintenance and
repair systems at any base or station. As part of this description, this section shall
provide the various schedules for maintenance and repair. In addition, this section
shall describe the various watchstations and personnel that will perform
maintenance duties. Where necessary, diagrams, drawings or pictures shall be
provided to show equipment and controls.
"Emergency Operations." The function of this Chapter 6 is to set down the basic
procedures and guidelines related to the mitigation or handling of emergencies that
may occur at any base or station.
2. Section 1 General Emergency Procedures
The function of this section is to outline the procedures and processes involved in
identifying, reporting and handling emergencies at a base or station. In addition,
this section shall also describe the duties of and the personnel associated with the
station's Emergency Response, Station Repair and Damage Control organizations.
3. Section 2 Station-Wide Emergencies
the handling of general base and station-wide emergencies such as: fires, natural
disasters (e.g. earthquakes, storm damage, meteor showers, etc.,) asteroid
collisions, station containment breach, station collision, radiation and atmospheric
contamination. This section shall also describe the processes involved in handling
these emergencies and the processes regarding the search for missing or injured
workers and personnel.
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4. Section 3 Operational Casualties

identifying, reporting and handling emergencies that involve the control and safety
of the base or station, the loss of facility electrical power, the loss of station gravity
and the loss of base or station sensors.
5. Section 4 Engineering Casualties
handling emergencies that involve the facility's electrical generation and reactor
systems. As part of the description of engineering casualties minor problems or
malfunctions, such as loss of the ability to replenish the base or station’s water
supply, shall not be considered as affecting station operation and therefore, shall
not be included in this section.
6. Section 5 Transportation Emergencies
The function of this section is to describe the various malfunctions that could occur
with the facility's transportation infrastructure and vehicles, and the facility's
Transporter units. As part of this description, this section shall provide the general
procedures involved in mitigating Transporter malfunctions.
7. Section 6 Medical Emergencies
The function of this section is to describe the various medical emergencies that
may occur at a base or station. As part of this description, this section shall
provide a description of the various medical teams and the organization of the base
or station's medical facilities when medical emergencies occur.
8. Section 7 Service Craft Emergencies
The function of this section is to describe the various emergencies involving the
facility's service or combat craft. This section may be replaced with another for
facilities that do not carry or handle service or combat craft.
9. Section 8 Emergency Separation
the separation of a space station should an emergency occur that threatens the life
of the personnel located at the station or the space worthiness of the space
station. This section is primarily intended for those stations that have multiple,
separable unit configurations. This section can be removed for those facilities that
do not have such multiple containment or unit configurations, and for open-air
ground Star Fleet bases.
10. Section 9 Emergency Evacuation
The function of this section is to outline the requirements, actions and procedures
involved in evacuating the base or station and the continuation of the command
after the station is evacuated as required by Star Fleet Regulation 4760.
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"General Quarters." The function of this Chapter 7 is to set down the regulations
and guidelines regarding the actions taken by base or station personnel during a
Condition 1or Red Alert.
2. Section 1 General Quarters Procedures
The function of this section is to describe the various alarms and alerts that may be
issued at a base or station by the facility's control center, as well as a description of
the facility's Annunciator System, which processes alert signals. This section shall
also describe the various actions taken by base and station personnel during
General Quarters and the systems that will be affected.
3. Section 2 Station Isolation
The function of this section is to describe the processes and regulations regarding
the isolation of the base and station during General Quarters. Where necessary,
diagrams, drawings or pictures shall be provided to show the areas of the base or
space station that will be affected by the isolation.
4. Section 3 Station Infrastructure
The function of this section is to outline the operational functions concerning the
lineup of the facility's electrical system, the lineup of the transportation system, and
the lineups of other utility and support systems during General Quarters.
5. Section 4 Station Security Alerts
The function of this section is to describe the actions taken by the facility's Security
Force during alert conditions. This section shall also describe the various security
teams that will be employed to maintain station security as well as the various
actions taken by the security team during an Intruder Alert, Computer Core breach,
confinement escape, or other security emergency.
6. Section 5 Station Self-Destruction

The function of this section is to outline the requirements and procedures
concerning the destruction of the base or space station. This section shall also
provide a brief description of the circumstances necessary to require a self-destruct
order to be issued.
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"Station Areas and Structures" The function of this Chapter 8 is to describe the
various buildings, structures and areas at a base or station.
2. Section 1 General Information
The function of this section is to define and describe the various buildings,
structures, and areas at a Star Fleet base or station. This section shall also
describe how these areas shall be identified and labeled.
3. Section 2 Station Command and Control Areas
The function of this section is to provide a detailed description of the base or
station's Command Center and the control areas and panels within this area.
4. Section 3 Operations Areas
The function of this section is to provide a detailed description of the areas
managed by the Operations Department of the facility.
5. Section 4 Engineering Areas
managed by the Engineering Department or the Station Facilities and Services
Department.
6. Section 5 Medical Areas

The function of this section is to provide a detailed description of hospital and
medical areas managed by the Medical Department of the facility.
7. Section 6 Attached Command Areas

managed by attached commands and organizations such as the facility's Science
Department, if attached, the Judicial Department, the Diplomatic Department or by
the Star Fleet Marine Corps. assigned to the base or station.
8. Section 7 Flight Operations Areas

managed by the Flight Operations Department of the base or station, which
includes the areas for the storage of the facility's service and combat craft.
9. Section 8 Station Living Quarters

This section shall outline the major areas and spaces that are associated with
personnel living quarters and off-duty recreation areas, as well as any restrictions
or regulations concerning these areas and spaces.
10. Section 9 Miscellaneous Areas and Spaces

The function of this section is to describe the various miscellaneous and non-
specific areas that may exist at a base or station, such as the general access and
passageways, tunnels, mines, tanks, and those specialized areas and spaces that
are rarely accessed.
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
The function of the Star Fleet Guide is to provide a background explanation of the
reasons why the Star Fleet, as well as the United Federation of Planets, was created in
the manner presented in Star Fleet Command Manual.
The history of the Star Fleet Command Manual goes back to 1973 after the book “The
Making of Star Trek” came out. At the time I was in the U.S. Navy Submarine Service as
a nuclear operator. Being on a nuclear submarine is very close to being in a space craft.
In fact it is the closest thing to a Starship than anything else on the planet. Living on a
submarine one gets to understand what is needed in terms of the systems and resources
required to maintain operations within a closed space for an extended period of time. As
such, I began laying out the foundation for the manual. It wasn’t until I received my
degree in nuclear engineering and physics that I began looking into the scientific and
engineering aspects of Star Fleet.
The timeframe for the Star Fleet Command Manual is sometime in the year 2277. This is
after the original television series (TOS), but before the first movie. This timeframe was
selected because I wanted to take a “snapshot” of Star Fleet at a particular point in time.
The reason being is that I wanted to create a detailed description of the Star Fleet, and
to move too much through time would have diluted this effort. As such, the manual
would form a basis for future expansion in order to cover the periods of the movies and
the later television versions.
The Star Fleet Command Manual is organized into volumes. We start by laying out the
foundation for the world of the Federation and of Star Fleet, which is presented in
Volume I. This particular volume, Volume VI, is all about Star Fleet bases and space
stations, which comes under the command of Star Base Command. Part 1 describes the
organization and function of Star Base Command. Part 2 will describe the functions and
operations that occur aboard a Star Fleet base or station.
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CHAPTER 1
1. The term “Star Base Command” was never actually mentioned in the series, but it
was referenced in Chapter 3 of Part II of The Making of Star Trek (Reference 8). As
such, I felt this organization was required in order to have a Shore Establishment
branch of service in contrast to Star Ship Command. However, there was a mention
of "Starbase Operations" in Part 1 of the TOS episode The Menagerie. This term was
used when Spock sent his fabricated message to the Enterprise ordering the ship to
leave orbit and embark on a top secret mission.
2. The basic symbol of Star Base Command was derived from the rectangular patch
worn by Captain Ronald Tracy in the TOS episode The Omega Glory. Since I wanted
a consistent look for all Star Fleet ship personnel, I wanted to do something with the
Ronald Tracy patch. Since there was a precedent for such a rectangular patch, I
decided to apply it to Star Base Command.
CHAPTER 2
1. The title of Deputy Chief: Star Base Command is very similar to the title of Deputy
Chief: Star Ship Command. This was done on purpose since in my Star Fleet world
we have three distinct branches of the Star Fleet Service: Star Fleet Command - the
administrative branch, Star Ship Command - the Operating Forces, and Star Base
Command - the Shore Establishment. Each of the two operating branches, Star Ship
Command and Star Base Command are pretty much co-equal in terms of power and
authority and therefore, should have similar titles and rank.
Regarding the Deputy Chief: Star Base Command I chose Jose Mendez, originally the
commander of Starbase 11 in the TOS episode The Menagerie. I chose Jose since at
the time the Star Fleet Command Manual was supposedly written one would expect
that perhaps Jose would be promoted, and since he was involved in the Talos IV
incident, in a manner of speaking, he would have received recognition for his actions.
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1. This aspect was illustrated in TOS episodes The Menagerie and The Galileo Seven.
Although Kirk was the pilot and commander of the shuttlecraft, he still had to take
orders from Commodore Mendez as senior officer present.
2. The design of the patch is the best interpretation I can make from the patch worn by
Commander Hanson in the TOS episode Balance of Terror. This same patch was also
worn by Lt. Harold, the lone survivor of the Gorn attack of Cestus III, in the TOS
episode Arena.
3. We would expect that persons assigned to or volunteering for Star Fleet base and
space station duty should get special or additional pay for such a risky occupation,
especially in the far reaches of space like at Outpost 4 at the Romulan Neutral Zone.
4. We would also expect that since a Starbase commander has such responsibilities, he
or she should be rewarded with special “commanders” pay.
CHAPTER 4
1. The original number of Starbases as set at 17 as stated in Chapter 3 of Part II of The

Making of Star Trek, Reference 8. However, Kirk was ordered to evacuate the
colonists on Omicron Ceti 3 to Starbase 27 in the TOS episode This Side of Paradise.
Therefore, there were more than 17 Starbases. I added one more to 27 to even out
the distribution of bases in Federation space.
2. Since the Enterprise went to Starbase 11 twice in the TOS episodes The Menagerie
and Court-Martial, we will assume that Starbase 11 was its home port.
3. An example of such a court or courtroom can be found in the TOS episode Court
Martial. As such, a Starbase would contain several courtrooms to handle both military
and civilian justice.
4. This is the regulation Dr. McCoy alludes to, but what Kirk quotes to Professor Robert
Crater regarding their reason for coming to planet M113 in the TOS episode The Man
Trap. The original wording of the regulation, as quoted by Kirk, was: “All research
personnel on alien planets are required to have their health certified by a Starship
Surgeon at one year intervals." I modified it to be more general and to include ALL
personnel, and that the certification needs to be done by any Star Fleet Medical
Officer and not just a Starship surgeon as follows: “All personnel on alien planets are
required to have their health certified by a Star Fleet Medical Officer at one
Federation year intervals."
5. An example of such a recreation facility is the bar in deep-space station K-7. We
assume that K-7 was once a Star Fleet station, but was negotiated away from Star
Fleet as part of the Organian Peace Treaty. Therefore, the bar depicted in the TOS
episode The Trouble with Tribbles would have been one of the recreational facilities
that may be found on any standard Star Fleet station.
6. An example of a Sector Commandant would be Jose Dominguez, who was presented
as Space Commander Dominguez of the Starship Base on Corinth 4 by Lt. Uhuru in
the TOS episode The Man Trap. Lt. Uhuru mentioned to Kirk that he (Kirk) has
urgent supplies (Chili Peppers) the commander needs. Based on this information I
determined that the base on Corinth 4 was Starbase 8 located in Zeta Trianguli
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1. We see this designation (COMSOL) in Part 1 of the TOS episode The Menagerie. Now
some people in the Star Trek universe associate COMSOL with the name of an
individual. This is not the case. What they are confusing is the name of Pike's
commanding officer, which was Robert L. Comack, not Comsol. One can clearly see
the signature Robert L. Comack on the Top Secret document Commodore Mendez
showed to Kirk. This name was also mentioned in another episode, but was spelled
with a 'K'; Admiral Komack in the TOS episode Amok Time. I believe these two to be
the same person.
COMSOL, on the other hand, was the commanding authority issuing the order to
Commodore Mendez to take command of the Enterprise. To understand this, we
need to hear what Lt. Uhuru said to Captain Kirk during Spock's court-martial. Uhuru
relays the following message: "For Commodore Mendez. (Fleet signal) Commodore
Mendez, urgent! Subspace monitors show Enterprise receiving transmissions from
planet Talos IV in violation of Star Fleet general orders… Captain Kirk is hereby
relieved! You are ordered to assume command of the Enterprise. Disable vessel if
necessary, to prevent further contact. Message signed: COMSOL, Star Fleet
Command." When listening to this, it sounds more like a title than a name. One other
item - there is a significant time difference between when R. L. Comack signed the
document, seven years ago, and when COMSOL issued the order to Mendez.
2. We saw this in the TOS episodes The Menagerie and Court-Martial. In the TOS
episode The Menagerie, which was aired before Court-Martial, the commander of
Starbase 11 was Commodore Jose Mendez. It was obvious that Commodore Mendez
was the administrative head of Starbase 11 since he wore the goldenrod working
uniform. However, later in the TOS episode Court-Martial, Commodore Stone
appeared to be in command of Starbase 11, but he was wearing the red
"engineering" uniform. To explain this, we assume that Commodore Mendez was in
command of Starbase 11, but that Commodore Stone was in command of the repair
facility at Starbase 11, which is an engineering facility. Therefore, at the time of the
episode The Menagerie, both Commodore Mendez and Commodore Stone were
stationed at Starbase 11, but in different capacities.
To explain why Commodore Stone was the presiding officer at Kirk's court-martial,
we can assume that Commodore Mendez was promoted out of command of Starbase
11 and that Commodore Stone temporarily took over command of Starbase 11 as
Senior Officer Present. This is also used to explain why I chose Jose Mendez to head
the Star Base Command division as I previously explained in Note 1 of Chapter 2.
3. We hear of this particular position in the TOS episode Court-Martial when
Commodore Stone presents the officers that will preside over Kirk's court-martial, he
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1. The Command Department was created in order establish a billet or slot for the
captain of a Starship. Included in this department would be the First Officer (Spock)
and the Command Yeoman (Janice Rand), and anyone else who would report directly
to the Commanding Officer without being in charge of a specific organization aboard
the ship.
2. This can be seen in the TOS episode The Corbomite Maneuver when Spock appeared
to be in charge of the battle stations drill and agreed to increase readiness efficiency
to 100%. This is given as just an example since we never saw an Executive Officer of
a base or station. We can only surmise that the functions will be the same between a
base or ship Executive Officer.
3. The suggestion of a Duty Roster came up in the TOS episode Court Martial. In a
military vessel like the Enterprise, it is essential to have a duty roster for the
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3.0 REFERENCES
1. “Federation Reference Series #3 RS480371,” David John Nielsen, Star Fleet
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2. “Line Officer Requirements,” D. Schmidt, Starfleet Training Command, ©1987.
3. “Line Officer Requirements Supplement,” D. Schmidt, Starfleet Training Command,
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4. “Star Fleet Dynamics,” Starfleet Academy Training Command Press, ©2291.
5. “Star Fleet Technical Manual TM379260,” Franz Joseph, Ballantine Books, Random
House, ©1975.
6. “Star Trek Chronology – The History of the Future,” Michael & Denise Okuda,
Pocket Books, Simon & Schuster Inc., ©1996.
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©1980.
10. “The World of Star Trek,” David Gerrold, Ballantine Books, ©1973.
11. “The Physics of Star Trek,” Lawrence M. Krauss, Basic Books, ©1995, and the
enhanced 2007 version.
12. “Star Fleet Uniform Recognition Manual,” Shane Johnson and Kathy Johnson,
NORON Group, ©1985.
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STAR FLEET COMMAND

PART 1 – STAR BASE COMMAND DIVISION

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Jose Mendez, Vice Admiral, SBC

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STAR FLEET COMMAND MANUALS

VOLUME I STAR FLEET COMMAND

VOLUME V STAR FLEET SHIPS

VOLUME VI STAR BASE COMMAND

VOLUME VII STAR FLEET BASES

VOLUME VIII STAR FLEET JUSTICE

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VOLUME VI PART 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 Star Base Command Division 6a10

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Throughout the manual the following typographic standards will be used:

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1.0 STAR BASE COMMAND DIVISION[1]

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STAR BASE COMMAND SYMBOL[2]

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 Office of Star Fleet Base Personnel,

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Division Number Office Title

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2250 Office of 2260 Office of

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1.1 OFFICE OF STAR FLEET BASE

Another responsibility of SBCPER is to ensure that assigned personnel are properly

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STAR FLEET BASE PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS SECTION

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STAR FLEET BASE COMMANDERS SECTION

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Division Number Office Title

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6100 Star Fleet 2210 Office of 8100 Star Fleet

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1.2 OFFICE OF STAR FLEET BASE