The public can READ anything posted in the public forums. Registered users can post in the public forums.

Registered users who are added to private Usergroups have access to private forums.

Access to the private forums is granted by a forum moderator. You can request access through the Usergroups link which is in the upper right hand part of your screen under the forum title.

Simply click on the Usergroups link. Then on the Join the Group or groups which you believe you should be a member.

If you have any problems, simply contact the next person in your chain of command or speak to a senior member.