Operation GPH-CMD VHF Radio
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3.2.1 RF ENERGY EXPOSURE AWARENESS AND CONTROL INFORMATION, AND
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FCC OCCUPATIONAL USE REQUIREMENTS
BEFORE USING YOUR PORTABLE 2-WAY RADIO, READ THIS IMPORTANT
RF ENERGY AWARENESS AND CONTROL INFORMATION AND
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH THE
FCC’S RF EXPOSURE GUIDELINES.
NOTICE: This radio is intended for use in occupational/controlled conditions,
where users have full knowledge of their exposure and can exercise
control over their exposure to meet FCC limits. This radio device is
NOT authorized for general population, consumer, or any other use.
This 2-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (RF) spectrum to provide
communications between two or more users over a distance. It uses radio frequency (RF)
energy or radio waves to send and receive calls. RF energy is one form of electromagnetic
energy; other forms include electric power, radar, 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. The energy levels associated with radio waves from portable 2-way
radios, when properly used, are not great enough to cause biological damage.
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 2-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 2-
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-faqs.html
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.html
3.2.2 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION REGULATIONS
The FCC rules require manufacturers to comply with the FCC RF energy exposure limits for
portable 2-way radios before they can be marketed in the U.S. When 2-way radios are used as a
consequence of employment, the FCC requires users to be fully aware of and able to control
their exposure to meet occupational requirements. Exposure awareness can be facilitated by the
use of a product label directing users to specific user awareness information. Your BK Radio 2-
way radio has a RF exposure product label. Also, your BK Radio owner’s and service manuals
include information and operating instructions required to control your RF exposure and to satisfy
compliance requirements.
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