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Use of particular words

Throughout these handbooks, particular words have specific meanings.

1. When we say "we" and "our", we mean the marshalate.
2. When we say "you", we mean the person who needs to follow this rule.
3. When we say "shall" or "must", we mean that it's compulsory, it's an absolute requirement.
4. When we say "shall not" or "must not", we mean it is absolutely not allowed or prohibited.
5. When we say "should" or "recommended", there may be valid reasons in particular circumstances to ignore it, but the full implications must be understood and carefully weighed before choosing a different course.
6. When we say "should not" or "not recommended", there may be valid reasons in particular circumstances when the action is acceptable, but the full implications must be understood and carefully weighed before doing so.
7. When we say "may", we mean that it is optional. You can choose to do it, or you can choose not to.