COMPLIANCE WITH RF ENERGY EXPOSURE GUIDELINES
(UNITED STATES AND CANADA)
RF ENERGY EXPOSURE AWARENESS AND CONTROL INFORMATION, AND OPERATIONAL
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FCC OCCUPATIONAL USE REQUIREMENTS
Before using your Simoco portable two-way radio, it is important that you read these
RF Energy Awareness and Control Information and Operational Instructions in order to
ensure compliance with the Federal Communications Commissions (FCCs) RF exposure
guidelines.
Note:- This portable radio is intended for use in Occupational/Controlled conditions
in applications where users have full knowledge of their exposure and can exercise
control over their exposure to meet FCC limits. This radio device is NOT authorised
for general population, consumer, or any other use.
This portable two-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the Radio Frequency (RF)
spectrum to provide communications between two or more users over a distance. It
uses RF energy or radio waves to send and receive calls. RF energy is one form of
electromagnetic energy. Other forms include, but are not limited to, electric power,
sunlight and x-rays. RF energy, however, should not be confused with these other
forms of electromagnetic energy, which when used improperly can cause biological
damage. Very high levels of x-rays, for example, can damage tissues and genetic
material.
Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health and industry work with organizations
to develop standards for exposure to RF energy. These standards provide
recommended levels of RF exposure for both workers and the general public. These
recommended RF exposure levels include substantial margins of protection. All two-
way radios marketed in North America are designed, manufactured and tested to
ensure they meet government established RF exposure levels. In addition,
manufacturers also recommend specific operating instructions to users of two-way
radios. These instructions are important because they inform users about RF energy
exposure and provide simple procedures on how to control it. Please refer to the
following websites for more information on what RF energy exposure is and how to
control your exposure to assure compliance with established RF exposure limits.
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-fags.html
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation
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