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1.5 COMMON
HAZARDS
The operator of any mobile radio should be aware of certain hazards common to the operation of
vehicular radio transmissions. Possible hazards include but are not limited to:
1. Explosive
Atmospheres
Just as it is dangerous to fuel a vehicle with its motor running, be sure to turn the radio
OFF
while fueling
the vehicle. If the radio is mounted in the trunk of the vehicle,
DO NOT
carry containers of fuel in the
trunk.
2.
Interference To Vehicular Electronic Systems
Electronic fuel injection systems, electronic anti-skid braking systems, electronic cruise control systems,
etc., are typical of the types of electronic devices that can malfunction due to the lack of protection from
radio frequency (RF) energy present when transmitting. If the vehicle contains such equipment, consult
the dealer for the make of vehicle and enlist his aid in determining if such electronic circuits perform
normally when the radio is transmitting.
3.
Electric Blasting Caps
To prevent accidental detonation of electric blasting caps, DO NOT use two-way radio within 1000 feet
(305 meters) of blasting operations. Always obey the “Turn Off Two-Way Radios” signs posted where
electric blasting caps are being used. (OSHA Standard: 1926.900)
4.
Radio Frequency Energy
To prevent burns or related physical injury from radio frequency energy, do not operate the transmitter
when anyone outside of the vehicle is within the minimum safe distance from the antenna as specified in
Table 1-1.
5.
Vehicles Powered By Liquefied Petroleum (LP) Gas
Radio installation in vehicles powered by liquefied petroleum gas, where the LP gas container is located
in the trunk or other sealed-off space within the interior of the vehicle, must conform to the National Fire
Protection Association Standard NFPA 58. This requires:
a.
The space containing radio equipment is isolated by a seal from the space containing the LP gas
container and its fittings.
b.
Outside filling connections are used for the LP gas container.
c.
The LP gas container space is vented to the outside of the vehicle.
6.
Vehicles Equipped With Airbags
For driver and passenger safety, avoid mounting the Control Head (or any other component) above or
near airbag deployment areas. In addition to driver-side and passenger-side front-impact airbags, some
vehicles may also be equipped with side-impact airbags. For occupant safety, verify the location of all
airbags within the vehicle before installing the radio equipment.