Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ )
Q: Where can I locate our vehicle and uniform structures?
A: You can locate both our vehicle and uniform structures in The vehicle structure! Any further questions about the uniforms and vehicles can be asked in SAST Questions
Q: How can I receive a promotion in SAST?
A: You need 4.5 hours to be eligible for a promotion, and 1.5 to stay in SAST. Promotions come out every Thursday at 12 AM.
Q: Who do I first report an officer to?
A: Whenever you are looking to report a fellow officer, you must go through the main discord. Officer reports are found under New Tickets.
Q: What are the ranks in SAST?
A: SAST’s ranking order can be found in Chain Of Command , Supervisor starts at the rank of Staff Sergeant.
Q: How can I get reaction roles to be pinged for Quote of The Day and Photo of The week?
A: You can react to the roles of your choice in , we have 3 reaction roles!
Q: Are promotions based purely off hours?
A: No, other ways to be noticed for a promotion are answering questions, helping out other officers etc. 4.5 hours is needed for a promotion, but doing the extra mile will get you noticed!
Q: What rank is it to run slick top?
A: You are authorized to run slick top at the rank of Staff Sergeant.
Q: What rank is it to run unmarked?
A: You are authorized to run unmarked once you become a 1S.
Q: Who do I ask for an answer to a question if I don’t feel comfortable asking it in 🌨・sast-questions ?
A: If you don’t feel comfortable asking it in questions channel, follow your chain of command and ask the rank above above you, not the 01.
Q: How can I go about becoming an FTA?
A: First step to becoming an FTA is you must be a Supervisor. Next step is to fill out an FTA application found in The FTA Application . Then, you will need to type in " Apply For FTA" saying that you have filled out an application. Lastly, you will need to go to an open FTA interview, which are mostly every Friday!
Q: How can I become Trooper of the Month?
A: To become TOTM, you must show myself & the other 1Ks your hard work. Hard work meaning getting hours, answering questions for others, offering to help with updates etc. When we pick our TOTM, we look for the person that helps this department thrive the most.
Q: Can I get promoted the week I join?
A: To be eligible for a promotion as a Probationary Trooper , you will need to be in SAST for at least 5 days.
Q: When will my hours start counting towards the next week?
A: Hours reset Friday at 12 AM and from that point on (Friday-Thursday, this is a cycle), your hours will count for that week.
Q: Can I get a double promo?
A: You may not receive a double promo under any circumstance, if a high Command Member says yes.
Q: What rank can I use LEO packs?
A: LEO packs are able to be used at any rank, but never off duty.
Q: What Rank am I able to use the beanbag shotgun?
A: To use the beanbag shotgun, you need to be SEU Certified, SWAT Certified, or the rank of @SAST - Lieutenant .
Q: What Rank do I need to be do deploy spike strips?
A: You need to be SEU Certified or the rank of Lieutenant.