Data Working Group: Difference between revisions

The Data Working Group can force users to read a message before they continue to map and can optionally impose a short (usually up to 96 hours) moratorium on editing. The [[Ban Policy|OSMF Ban Policy document]] goes into more detail about how and when these are used. The vast majority of blocks imposed do not consist of any "blocked from mapping" period; they are simply messages that have to be read, usually to indicate that other people have tried but failed to get in touch with a particular person. Blocks don't imply that users have done anything wrong, and often contain friendly language to try and communicate that fact. Usually before any block is applied (even a "0-hour message that has to be read") attempts will be made to contact the mapper, such as via changeset discussion comments.