When using your two-way radio remember these rules:
1.
It is a violation of FCC rules to interrupt any distress or emergency
message. And, as your radio operates in much the same way as a
telephone "party line", always listen to make sure that the line is clear
and that no one else is on the air before sending messages. If someone
is sending an emergency message, such as reporting a fire, or asking
for help in an accident - KEEP OFF THE AIR! Emergency calls
have priority over all other messages.
2.
Use of profane or obscene language is prohibited by Federal law.
3.
It is against the law to send false call letters, or a false distress or
emergency message.
4.
The FCC requires that you keep conversations brief and confine them
to business. To save time, use coded messages whenever possible.
5.
Using your radio to send personal messages (except in an emergency)
is a violation of the FCC rules. You may send only those messages
that are essential to the operation of your business.
6.
It is against the 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.
7.
The FCC also requires that you identify yourself at certain times by
means of your call letters. Refer to the rules that apply to your
particular type of operation for the proper procedure.
8.
No changes or adjustments shall be made to the equipment except by
an authorized or certified electronics technician.
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