Sumner County Emergency Communications Updated March 2013 1 Begin.

Sumner County Emergency Communications Updated March 2013 1 Begin

“Left click” on the button to return to the previous slide. “Left click” on the button to advance to the next slide. SCEC – Basic Radio Operations for Responders, Updated December 2012 2 Next Back Next Back

While not required, it is beneficial to complete the “Basic Radio Technology” and “Basic Radio Ops” training classes prior to completing this class. This class should not be a substitute for the actual reading and study of the Communication Guideline. 3 SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 Next Back

Efficient radio communications are critical to the prompt and accurate response of emergency field units and their operations at emergency incidents. It is most vital in ensuring the safety of responders in the performance of their duties. It is important that all Radio Operators (as defined) follow and adhere to common radio practices to ensure that communications are successful. Interim SOG “Radio System Usage”, effective 6/1/2013 replaces SOG Section 2-1 issued in 2004. 4 SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 Next Back

Law Enforcement Officers Firefighters Medical Technicians (EMR, EMT, and Paramedics) EMA Personnel Public Safety Dispatchers 5 SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 Next Back

All radio operators should adhere to FCC Rules. If FCC Rules are violated, agencies and operators can be heavily fined, face criminal penalties, and have radio licenses revoked. While there are numerous rules, those most common are listed here. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 6 FCC – Federal Communications Commission Next Back

Listen before transmitting. This prevents causing interference with others who may already be broadcasting or in the middle of a conversation. Exception: Interrupt to transmit the report of a critical emergency involving lifesafety. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 7 Next Back

Do not transmit false calls or false distress signals. This may place other rescuers in danger who are responding to assist you. Criminal charges could also be placed against you. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 8 Next Back

Avoid unnecessary radio communications that could interfere with emergency communications. The radio is a tool that may be needed for an emergency at any time. Commun- ications that can be performed via telephone or other means should not be broadcast by radio. The radio is not a telephone. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 9 Next Back

Refrain from transmitting obscene language over the air. Not only an FCC Regulation, but remember there are citizens listening on scanners. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 10 Next Back

Restrict communications to the most practical transmission time. Messages should be limited to no more than 30 seconds without a break. This allows the opportunity for someone with emergency traffic to begin transmitting. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 11 Next Back

Personal business should not be conducted over public safety radio frequencies. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 12 Next Back Examples: Placing a lunch order over the radio Asking another radio operator to make a personal phone call for you Using public safety radios for hunting or sporting events

Inspect radios frequently to ensure they are free of defects and connections are tight. Coax cables should be free of wear and connections should be tight. Insulation on electrical wiring should be intact. Electrical connections should be free of corrosion. Antennas should be securely mounted. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 13 Next Back

This is an example of how a portable radio antenna should NOT look. While radio equipment and accessories are expensive, lives depend on them. Funds should be budgeted to allow for the proper purchase and professional installation of radio equipment, and funds budgeted for replacement when needed. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 14 Next Back

Radios should be checked at the beginning of each shift to ensure they are working properly. Walkie-Talkie batteries should be replaced every 18 months. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 15 Next Back

Use the microphone properly to ensure adequate communications. Check the manufacturers recommendations for proper placement and use. When using lapel microphones, remember it is the radio that transmits and not the microphone. Position yourself so the portable radio and antenna are able to reach the tower. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 16 Next Back

Limit background noises that can interfere with communications. Wind FM Radios Train horns Highway traffic Etc SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 17 Next Back

Pause after pressing the PTT button to allow access to the trunking system and to allow repeaters to open. This prevents “front-end clipping”, or cutting off the first one or two words of your transmission. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 18 Next Back PTT – “Push to Talk” button

Use only commonly accepted terminology. Unfamiliar terms or jargon can confuse the situation and lead to a breakdown in communications and potential threat to safety. Most “ten codes” are obsolete and can be different from location to location. Time must be dedicated to training operators on ten-codes, time that can be better spent on other essential training. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 19 Next Back http://www.dhs.gov/emergency-communications-guidance-documents-and-publications

Violating FCC Rules and Regulations can lead to SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 20 Back a. Monetary fines b. Revocation of radio license c. Criminal penalties d. All of the above Click on the correct answer.

Sorry. That is incorrect. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 21 Try Again

Correct! SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 22 Next Violating FCC Rules can lead to monetary fines, loss of license, and potential criminal prosecution.

Listening before transmitting ensures SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 23 Back a. The channel is not already in use b. Background noises are adequate c. Your alternator is not creating “engine noise” d. All of the above Click on the correct answer.

Correct! SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 25 Next The radio is a tool used by many public safety officials. Unless you have a critical emergency, you should listen before transmitting to ensure you do not “walk on” or interrupt another unit’s broadcast.

The radio is a tool that may be needed for an emergency at any time. Communications that can be performed via telephone or other means should not be broadcast by radio. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 26 Back a. True b. False Click on the correct answer.

Sorry. That is incorrect. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 27 Next The radio may be used at any time for an “officer down” or “mayday” message. If you do not have a need to talk on the radio, use another form of communication.

Correct! SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 28 Next The radio may be used at any time for an “officer down” or “mayday” message. If you do not have a need to talk on the radio, use another form of communication.

A daily radio inspection ensures that SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 29 Back a. The radio is narrowband capable b. Your radio will always hit the repeater c. Wiring and connections are tight and intact d. None of the above Click on the correct answer.

Correct! SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 31 Next Radio operators are not radio technicians. Inspecting the radio ensures that wiring and coax insulation is intact and connections are tight, but does not guarantee you will always be able to hit the repeater.

It is important to replace radios and radio accessories when needed because SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 32 Back a. The newest radios are always the best b. Lives depend on the radio c. You will maintain status quo with other agencies d. All of the above Click on the correct answer.

Correct! SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 34 Next Lives depend on the radios we use. They should be treated with the same care and given the same consideration as a law enforcement officer’s weapon, or a fire department SCBA, or the AED on the ambulance.

Do not confuse LTR “Zones” with the channel banks that are installed in your radio. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 35 Next Back Zone 1 talk groups end with the digit “1”. Patrol 1 Patrol 1 South Investigations 1 Fire/EMS 1 TAC 1 and TAC 11 Admin 1 EMA 1 Training 1 Common 1

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 36 Next Back Zone 2 talk groups end with the digit “2”. Patrol 2 Patrol 2 South Investigations 2 Fire/EMS 2 TAC 2 and TAC 12 Admin 2 EMA 2 Training 2 Common 2

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 37 Next Back Zone 3 talk groups end with the digit “3”. TAC 3 and TAC 13 Training 3 Common 3

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 38 Next Back Patrol 1 South and Patrol 2 South actually transmit on the Caldwell PD frequency which is bridged to the trunking system,

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 39 Next Back Patrol units working west of Drury Rd and south of 90 th Street South should switch to Patrol 1 South (or Patrol 2 South as warranted). Caldwell units leaving the designated area should switch to Patrol 1 (or Patrol 2 as warranted).

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 40 Next Back Any radio channel with the suffix “D” (as indicated by the LCD screen on the radio) indicates the channel is “direct”, or a talkaround channel, and bypasses the repeater.

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 41 Next Back National Mutual Aid Channels, as stipulated by the Kansas Mutual Aid Reference Guide, include the following; 800MHz – 8CALL90 and 8TAC92 UHF – UCALL40 and UTAC 42

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 42 Next Back The trunking system receives and analyzes data received from mobile and portable radios. If the radio is programmed and authorized correctly, the trunking system activates and begins to operate. When keying up on the trunking system, an “access” beep will be heard indicating the system has been accessed. Field units should wait until the access beep is heard before transmitting to prevent front-end clipping.

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 43 Next Back If radios are not within range of the trunking system, operators will not hear an access beep, and the transmit light on the radio will begin flashing. Units not in range of the trunking system (or a bridge to the trunking system) should switch to the appropriate conventional channel or wait until they are in range.

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 44 Next Back In the event all trunking repeaters are busy, operators will receive a “busy” tone. Units should wait until the trunking system is available, or switch to the appropriate conventional channel to transmit.

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 45 Next Back If units cannot access the trunking system using a handheld radio, the operator should try moving their position a few feet which may allow access. If access cannot be gained, units should use their mobile radio, or switch to the appropriate conventional channel.

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 46 Next Back Because of the number of available talk groups and conventional channels, dispatchers will only monitor the following; Patrol 1 Patrol 2 Fire/EMS 1 Fire/EMS 2 EMA 1 TAC 1 Ops 1 Ops 2 Ops 3 Ops 4 Ops 5

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 47 Next Back All Patrol units will operate on Patrol 1. Exceptions: Caldwell PD operates on Patrol 1 South Field units patrolling or responding to areas west of Drury Rd and south of 90 th St South should switch to Patrol 1 South When leaving the designated geographical area for Patrol 1 South, Caldwell units should switch to Patrol 1. Courthouse Security Officers should operate on “Courthouse Link”. This is a bridge between a Courthouse radio and the trunking system. When WPD units are at their station, they should use Courthouse Link for portable radios. (Structural barriers prevent Courthouse Security and WPD from transmitting outside of their buildings).

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 48 Next Back Communications between detectives/investigators should be conducted on Investigation 1. When calling dispatch, investigators should use Patrol 1.

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 49 Next Back Administration 1 is available for administrative communications with and between Chiefs, the Sheriff, Undersheriff, Chief Deputy, etc. Example: “100 to 102…meet me on Admin 1”. When calling dispatch, administrators should use Patrol 1.

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 50 Next Back Communications between agencies or non-dispatch related communications between units can be conducted on Common 1. Example: “50 to 60…meet me on Common 1”. “Wellington 200 to County 901…meet me on Common 1”.

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 51 Next Back Field units communicating or attempting communications with Harper, Kingman, or Cowley County units should use the appropriate conventional radio channel.

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 52 Next Back Field units conducting traffic control should ask dispatch for the assignment of a tactical talk group or Ops channel. This keeps the primary dispatch channels clear of unnecessary traffic for dispatching calls and communications with active field units.

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 53 Next Back TAC channels should also be used for incidents requiring lengthy scene times. Examples include; Manhunts Barricaded Subjects SWAT Ops Etc

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 54 Next Back When “emergency traffic” is issued on a channel or talk group, all other law enforcement units should refrain from using the radio. Dispatchers will not assign an alternate channel. In the event a field unit finds it necessary to communicate with dispatch, Patrol 2 or TAC 1 should be used.

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 55 Next Back Emergency traffic is issued on; Vehicle and foot chases At the request of a law enforcement field unit At the discretion of the Dispatch Supervisor Only law enforcement field units have the authority to release emergency traffic.

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 56 Next Back ATL/BOLO’s are broadcast if they have originated within Kansas Division 5 and in conjunction with the following guidelines; Stolen vehicles must be taken within the last four hours Runaways must be thought to still be in the area Check welfare ATL/BOLO’s must be enroute to Sumner County Officer safety ATL/BOLO’s

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 57 Next Back Officer Safety ATL/BOLO’s are issued if the suspect is armed and dangerous and the message originated in; Kansas Nebraska Iowa Missouri Arkansas Oklahoma Colorado

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 58 Next Back Hard copies of ATL/BOLO’s are faxed to each agency. These should be posted so additional shifts can review them at shift change.

When operating in the area west of Drury Rd and south of 90 th Street South, law enforcement units should operate on which talk group? SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 59 Back a. Patrol 1 b. Patrol 2 c. Patrol 1 South d. Any of the above Click on the correct answer.

Correct! SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 61 Next Patrol 1 South is a channel bridging the Caldwell PD repeater with the Trunking System.

How will you know if you are in range of the trunking system? SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 62 Back a. Access beep b. Blinking red light on radio c. Warble tone d. None of the above Click on the correct answer.

Correct! SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 64 Next If you are in range of the trunking system, you will hear an access beep when you press the PTT button.

If you receive a busy signal when keying on the trunking system, what action should you take? SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 65 Back a. Wait until the system is not busy b. Attempt to broadcast on another talk group c. Broadcast on a conventional ops channel d. Either (a) or (c) Click on the correct answer.

Correct! SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 67 Next If you receive a busy signal when attempting to key up on the trunking system, you should wait until the system is not busy. If your radio traffic is urgent, use the appropriate conventional ops channel to call dispatch.

You can contact dispatch on Common 1, 2, or 3. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 68 Back Click on the correct answer. a. True b. False

Sorry. That is incorrect. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 69 Next Dispatch only monitors Patrol 1 and 2, Fire/EMS 1 and 2, EMA 1, TAC 1, and the five conventional channels. If you attempt to contact dispatch on any other talk group, your radio traffic will not be heard.

Correct! SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 70 Next Dispatch only monitors Patrol 1 and 2, Fire/EMS 1 and 2, EMA 1, TAC 1, and the five conventional channels. If you attempt to contact dispatch on any other talk group, your radio traffic will not be heard.

To avoid interfering with dispatch operations, what should a field unit who is conducting traffic control do? SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 71 Back a. Operate on Patrol 2 b. Operate on a Cowley County channel c. Request assignment of a TAC channel d. None of the above Click on the correct answer.

Correct! SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 73 Next If you ask dispatch for assignment of a TAC channel, dispatch will route you to a TAC Channel that is not currently busy. You can conduct your traffic control operations without affecting dispatch operations, scene operations, or the activities of other field units not associated with the incident. Other operations (manhunts, SWAT operations, etc.) should also be conducted on TAC channels.

Fire/EMS Units should operate on Fire/EMS 1. Exceptions: Wellington Fire/EMS operate on WFD Caldwell Fire and Caldwell EMS operate on Ops4 Oxford EMR should operate on WFD when responding with WFD/EMS. Oxford EMR should operate on Fire/EMS 1 when responding with Winfield EMS. When transporting patients out of Ops4 range, Caldwell EMS should switch to Fire/EMS1. Out of county units should operate on the appropriate Ops Channel. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 74 Next EMR – Emergency Medical Responders

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 75 Next Back Administration 1 is available for administrative communications with and between Chiefs, the Sheriff, Undersheriff, Chief Deputy, etc. Example: “100 to 102…meet me on Admin 1”. When calling dispatch, administrators should use Patrol 1.

Multi-Agency Responses When multiple agencies operating on different channels respond to the same incident, all units should be routed to a single channel/talk group. The channel of choice is first based on communication capabilities. Example: Fire Dist 9, Belle Plaine EMS, and Udall EMR are all responding to a motor-vehicle-accident. Since Udall does not have LTR capabilities, all units should be assigned to Ops5. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 76 Next

Multi-Agency Responses Example: Norwich EMS/Argonia EMS, and Argonia Fire are all responding to a motor-vehicle-accident. Since Norwich EMS does not have access to the trunking system, all units should be routed to Ops3. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 77 Next

Multi-Agency Responses If communication capabilities are similar, then the channel of choice should be based on the primary agencies operating channel. Example: Wellington Fire and Fire Dist 8 are responding to a structure fire in Wellington’s response area. Since Wellington is the primary agency, Fire Dist 8 should be routed to WFD channel. Example: Wellington Fire and Fire Dist 8 are responding to a structure fire in Fire Dist 8’s response area. Since Dist 8 is the primary agency, WFD should be routed to Fire/EMS 1 channel. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 78 Next

Multi-Agency Responses If communication capabilities are similar, then the channel of choice should be based on the primary agencies operating channel. Example: Wellington Fire and Fire Dist 8 are responding to a structure fire in Wellington’s response area. Since Wellington is the primary agency, Fire Dist 8 should be routed to WFD channel. Example: Wellington Fire and Fire Dist 8 are responding to a structure fire in Fire Dist 8’s response area. Since Dist 8 is the primary agency, WFD should be routed to Fire/EMS 1 channel. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 79 Next

Multi-Agency Responses If communication capabilities are similar, then the channel of choice should be then be based on the proximity to radio systems. Example: South Haven Fire and Caldwell EMS are responding to a motor-vehicle-accident in SHFD response area. Since Caldwell EMS is out of range of Ops 4, all units should be routed to Fire/EMS 1. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 80 Next

Scene Operations Fire/EMS Units working on an incident requiring a lengthy scene time (e.g. structure fire, wildland fire, train derailment, etc), should consider use of a TAC channel/talk group. The IC should request assignment of a channel from dispatch. Assignment of TAC Channels is based on agency capabilities and proximity to trunking system/conventional towers. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 81 Next Incident Commanders must remember the channels monitored by dispatch, and continue to request additional resources or conduct traffic with dispatch on a primary dispatch channel.

LZ Operations Landing Zone operations should be Conducted on the appropriate Ops Channel for the area of the Incident. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 82 Next

Routine day-to-day communications between EMA and dispatch should be conducted on EMA1. EMA Operations for weather events should be conducted on EMA1 except for Caldwell units which should operate on Ops4. Field units reporting weather conditions should report directly to the EOC (when activated) on EMA1 or Ops4. EMA responses to support fire or EMS events should be conducted on the operational channel of the primary law enforcement, fire, or EMS agency. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 83 Next

On which channel/talk group do most fire or EMS agencies operate? SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 84 Back a. Ops 3 b. Fire/EMS 1 c. WFD d. None of the above Click on the correct answer.

Correct! SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 86 Next Most agencies operate on Fire/EMS 1. The exceptions are; Wellington Fire/EMS Caldwell Fire Caldwell EMS Oxford EMR (when responding with WFD) And Out-of-County agencies

The operational channel of choice for multi-agency responses are based on SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 87 Back a. Capabilities b. Primary agency frequency c. Proximity to LTR Trunking/Ops Towers d. All of the above Click on the correct answer.

Correct! SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 89 Next Choosing a common operating channels has to be based first on capabilities. If capabilities are similar, then the channel of choice is based on the operating channel of the primary response agency. Finally, the channel of choice is based on proximity and range to the LTR trunking system and/or operational channel towers.

When tactical channels are needed, units should; SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 90 Back a. Request a channel from dispatch b. Switch to the channel of your choice c. Wait until dispatch recommends a channel d. None of the above Click on the correct answer.

Correct! SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 92 Next Requesting assignment of a channel from dispatch ensures that the channel is operational and is free of use by other agencies. Dispatchers are also in the best position to determine unit capabilities and proximity to radio systems.

A field unit is returning from a call during inclement weather and begins to observe hail larger than 1” (quarter). To whom should be unit report their observations? SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 93 Back a. To the National Weather Service b. EOC on EMA1 (if the EOC is activated) c. Dispatch (if EOC is not activated) d. Either (b) or (c) Click on the correct answer.

Correct! SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 95 Next If the EOC has been activated, field units should report weather events directly to the EOC. This eliminates dispatch from having to relay the information and therefore, eliminates one step in the communications process. If the EOC has not been activated, field units should report weather events to dispatch who in turn, will notify EMA of the severe weather report.

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 96 Next Agencies conducting training can request the use of a Training Channel from dispatch. This eliminates unnecessary radio traffic from dispatch or operational channels. Back

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 97 Next With the exception of the Zone 1 Repeater, all other repeaters can fail without the LTR System suffering any effects. If the Zone 1 Repeater fails, all Zone 1 Talk Groups will fail to operate. In this situation, all units and agencies operating on a Zone 1 Talk Group should be routed to a Zone 2 Talk Group. Back

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 98 Next Patrol units should be routed to Patrol 2. Fire/EMS/EMA units should be routed to Fire/EMS 2. If Zone 2 channels become busy, units can be further routed to a Zone 3 Talk Group. Back

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 99 Next General Broadcasts, as well as Countywide All Call Pages should be effected to notify all agencies and units of the Zone 1 failure. Back

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 100 Next Aside from alert tones used for paging Wellington Fire/EMS, Alert Tone 1 is used for the following purposes; Gaining the attention of a field unit that is not responding to radio traffic Evacuation notices from structure fires or haz mat incidents Responder down or in trouble At the discretion of the dispatch supervisor. Back

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 101 Next General radio broadcasts, to alert units to Lost Children, Walkaways, or severe weather may be broadcast as directed by other SOGs. Broadcasts should be made on the All Call Talk Group. Back

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 102 Next Whenever any channel or talk group is taken down for maintenance, a General Broadcast should be made on the All Call Talk Group as well as sending a Countywide All Call Page. Once radio maintenance has been completed, the same procedure should be used to route agencies and units back to the repaired channel. Back

SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 103 Next Any unit may use any channel to contact dispatch as the need arises. When it comes to Public Safety, there are no proprietary talk groups or conventional channels reserved for a particular discipline are agency. Back

Units conducting traffic may use a Training Talk Group for their training communications. What is the proper procedure for using a Training Talk Group. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 104 Back a. Ensure the talk group is clear, then use it. b. Request assignment of a Talk Group from dispatch c. Use the Zone 3 Training Talk Group d. None of the above Click on the correct answer.

Correct! SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 106 Next Asking dispatch for assignment of a Training Talk Group ensures the channel is free from use by another agency as well as informing dispatch that the Training Drill is in progress.

When the Zone 2 Repeater fails, the entire LTR System is down. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 107 Back Click on the correct answer. a. True b. False

Sorry. That is incorrect. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 108 Next If Zone 2 Repeater alone fails, the LTR System will still functions through Zone 1 and the remaining three repeaters.

Correct! SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 109 Next If Zone 2 Repeater alone fails, the LTR System will still functions through Zone 1 and the remaining three repeaters.

If the Zone 1 Repeater fails, units should route to SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 110 Back a. A Zone 2 Talk Group b. A Zone 3 Talk Group c. A Zone 6 Talk Group d. Any of the above Click on the correct answer.

Correct! SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 112 Next Patrol units should route to Patrol 2, and Fire/EMS/EMA units should route to Fire/EMS 2. There are no talk groups in Zone 4, and there is no Zone 6 in the LTR Trunking System.

Any units may use any channel or talk group at any time it is necessary. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 113 Back Click on the correct answer. a. True b. False

Sorry. That is incorrect. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 114 Next Asking dispatch for assignment of a Training Talk Group ensures the channel is free from use by another agency as well as informing dispatch that the Training Drill is in progress.

Correct! SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 115 Next Asking dispatch for assignment of a Training Talk Group ensures the channel is free from use by another agency as well as informing dispatch that the Training Drill is in progress.

If you have questions about the material providing in this training class, contact your immediate Supervisor for clarification or for routing to the 9-1-1 Offices. SCEC – Radio Procedures, Updated March 2013 116 Take This Class Again End

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