Emergency Communications Level 1, 3rd edition, 1st and 2nd printing
Corrections and Updates
LU 7
Review question #5 is replaced with the following question:
5. What should you do if someone in authority asks you to move your station?
- Do so immediately without argument and report to the NCS as soon as possible.
- Call the NCS for advice before moving.
- Tell the person in authority how difficult it is for you to comply.
- Demand a written order before complying.
LU 17
Review question #2 revision
2. Which of the following is true about using chlorine to purify water?
- It is best to use four to six drops of chlorine per gallon of water.
- Adding the proper amount chlorine to water will improve the taste.
- Adding the proper amount of chlorine to water will kill cysts like Giardia.
- It is best to use 16 drops of plain chlorine per gallon of water.
LU 22 and 23 are printed in reverse order
Appendix A
LU 7, answer to replaced question #5 is A
LU 17, answer to revised question #2 is D
LU 17, answer to question #5 is D
LU 17 answer to question #6 is C
LU 22 answer to question #2 is C
Updated referenced links:
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- For more information on this topic, see “Network Theory and the Design of Emergency Communication Systems—Part 1,” October 1997 QST, Public Service column. Part 2 appears in November 1997 QST, Public Service. See also a discussion of communications theory in The ARRL Emergency Coordinator’s Manual.
- For more information on any of the elements presented, please consult the following links: www.arrl.org/FandES/field/pscm/index.html
- For additional general information, please see The ARRL Operating Manual, chapter on emergency communications. See also the ARRL ARES Field Resources Manual. For local information, or to learn more about ARES and NTS net operation in your area, contact your Section Manager (SM) (www.arrl.org/field/org/smlist.html.), your Section Emergency Coordinator (SEC) or District Emergency Coordinator (DEC). See also The ARRL Net Directory for a list of ARES and NTS nets operating in your area.
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- ARRL Public Service Communications Manual www.arrl.org/FandES/field/pscm/index.html
- For more information on the FCC Rules, please see The ARRL’s FCC Rule Book, chapter 5 on providing emergency communications.
- For additional general information, please see The ARRL Operating Manual, chapter on emergency communications. See also the ARRL ARES Field Resources Manual.
- For local information, or to learn more about ARES and NTS net operation in your area, contact your Section Manager (SM) (www.arrl.org/field/org/smlist.html.), your Section Emergency Coordinator (SEC) or District Emergency Coordinator (DEC). See also The ARRL Net Directory for a list of ARES and NTS nets operating in your area.
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- Details of the placards and emergency response procedures can be found in the comprehensive DOT Emergency Response Guidebook, copies of which may be available for your review at your local Emergency Management, police, sheriff or fire department. A copy is also available online at: hazmat.dot.gov/pubs/erg/gydebook.htm You may also consult your Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) or State Emergency Response Commission (SERC) concerning what role Amateur Radio might have in your local plan. For more information about hazardous materials in general, contact FEMA, Technological Hazards Division, Federal Center Plaza, 500 C St., SW, Washington, DC, 20472 (202) 646-2861.
- Additional related links:
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The Real World
Books
- The ARES Field Resources Manual (ARRL) is a handy and rugged spiral bound field guide packed with essential emcomm information. It should be in the ready kit of every emcomm volunteer.
- The ARRL Operating Manual covers all the basics of Amateur Radio operation – and more.
- The ARRL FCC Rules Handbook offers a clear and understandable explanation of the FCC Rules and Regulations for Amateur Radio. Chapter 5 deals with emergency communication issues.
- Your Packet Companion by Steve Ford (ARRL) is the perfect book for packet beginners.
- Practical Packet Radio by Stan Horzepa (ARRL) covers the basics and delves into BBS operation, packet cluster, satellites, and more.
- Packet: Speed, More Speed, and Applications (ARRL) is for the advanced packet user. Topics include high-speed networks, pacsats, meteor scatter, and APRS. This book is not for beginners.
- ARRL’s HF Digital Handbook, 2nd Edition, covers PSK31, MFSK16 and other popular digital modes.
- APRS Tracks, Maps and Mobile –A Guide to the Automatic Packet Reporting System. (ARRL)
- NOSintro: TCP/IP Over Packet Radio is an introduction to using the KA9Q Network Operating System in a packet environment. NOS has a variety of uses and implications for emcomm.
- Transmitter Hunting: Radio Direction Simplified by Joseph Moell, K0OV, and Thomas Curlee, WB6UZZ (ARRL) is the “bible” of radio direction finding. Topics include search and rescue operations and hunting for downed aircraft.
- The Interference Handbook by William Nelson WA6FQG will help you locate and resolve all sorts of radio interference.
- The ARRL Antenna Book, Volume 4 covers portable and emergency antennas for 40 and 80 meters.
- Weather Satellite Handbook by Ralph Taggart WB8DQT (ARRL) offers information on how to receive and decode data directly from various weather satellites.
- The ARRL Repeater Directory lists all VHF and UHF repeaters in the USA, Canada and many other countries. This directory is updated annually.
- The North American Repeater Atlas (ARRL) has maps showing all repeaters in North America. This is a great resource for ARESMAT members traveling to unfamiliar areas.
- Your Mobile Companion by Ralph Burch WF4N, (ARRL) is a practical guide to installing and operating a HF mobile station.
Software
- Tucson Amateur Packet Radio (TAPR) has a variety of packet software available. www.tapr.org
- FNpack is a free Windows ® based packet messaging software package from Ken AC1H and the Twin State Radio Club, Inc. FNpack lets you automate much of the process of handling ARRL format messages, as well as to create your own forms. FNpack also has a novel unproto “net” mode. It can be downloaded at www.w1fn.org. Also available on the same site is FNpsk, which offers much of the same functionality for PSK31 users.
- ARESPACK is DOS based packet messaging software that offers uniform message formats, message creation templates, and more. It is available from a variety of sites as a free download. No support or upgrades are offered or planned by the author. May be downloaded at www.kwarc.org/arespack.html.
- ARESDATA is a packet-based database for tracking shelter residents and other database tasks. It is available from a variety of sites as a free download. May be downloaded at ftp://ftp.tapr.org/software_lib/misc/aresdata.zip.
- Virginia Digital Emergency Network (VDEN) vden.org/
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