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Always observe all of the Federal Communi-
cation Commission's rules and regulations.
OPERATING RULES AND REGULATIONS
Two-way FM radio systems must be operated
in accordance with the rules and regulations of
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
As an operator of two-way radio equipment, you
must be thoroughly familiar with the rules that
apply to your particular type of radio operation.
Following these rules will help eliminate confu-
sion, assure the most efficient use of the existing
radio channels, and result in a smoothly function-
ing radio network.
When using your two-way radio, remember
these rules:
1.
It is a violation of FCC rules to interrupt
any distress or emergency message. As
your radio operates in much the same
way as a telephone "party line", always
listen to make sure that the channel is
clear and/or observe the display for the
absence of the "BSY" status flag before
transmitting. Emergency calls have pri-
ority over all other messages. If some-
one is sending an emergency message
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- such as reporting a fire or asking for
help in an accident - KEEP OFF THE
AIR!
2.
The use of profane or obscene language
is prohibited by Federal law.
3.
It is against the law to send false call
letters, or false distress or emergency
messages.
4.
The FCC requires that you keep conver-
sations brief and confine them to busi-
ness. To save time, use coded
messages whenever possible.
5.
Using your radio to send personal mes-
sages (except in an emergency) is a
violation of FCC rules. You may send
only those messages that are essential
for the operation of your business.
6.
It is against Federal law to repeat or
otherwise make known anything you
overhear on your radio. Conversations
between others sharing your channel
must be regarded as confidential.
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