Airlock controls

Airlock Controls

There are many different types of  Airlocks and Airlock Controls. The different systems reflect tech level, civilization, and purpose of the vessel. The Union has two basic regulations: Civilian and Military Civilian airlocks in ships and stations that provide passenger and or public access must include a clearly designated emergency hand pump system or similar independent controls, that can be operated even after a complete system failure. The airlock must be big enough for the Union species intended to be transported. (Spacebusses must have airlocks that can accommodate all Union citizens up to BaPhy XL )

Military ships and stations
Airlock controls can be disabled during Battlestations, Intruder alerts, mutiny situations or by Captain's Orders. Airlock Controls, even emergency, and handpump controls can be disabled. It is standard procedure (Regulation 6749-AL-6) to disable Airlock controls during battlestation (General Quarters ) alert.