What is an operators responsibilities? - Answers -The primary responsibility of a radio
operator is to pass accurate and timely information.
Transmit only when necessary
limit transmissions to no more then 10 seconds
Never use sensitive info
say adresses only when necessary
use proper procedures
be clear, consise and unambiguous
use phonetic alphabet
What are the 4 Key words to remember for effective radio communications? - Answers -
Rythym, Speed, Volume and pitch
A. Rythym: Short sentences divided into sensible phrases which maintain a natural
rhythm
B. Speed: Speak slightly slower than normal conversation
C. Volume: Should be as for normal conversation
D. Pitch: Slightly higher than for normal conversation to improve clarity
What is a callsign? - Answers -Figures, letters, or combinations of both used to identify
a COMMs station, an organization, or an individual on a radio net.
What are Procedural words? (Prowords) - Answers -A special set of words used for
clarity and brevity.
Ex: Roger, Over, Out ETC.
What does SALUTE in SALUTE report stand for? - Answers -Size
, Activity
Location
Unit
Time
Equipment
What are the 9 lines in a 9 line Medevac - Answers -Line 1. Location of the pick-up site.
Line 2. Radio frequency, call sign, and suffix.
Line 3. Number of patients by precedence:
Line 4. Special equipment required:
Line 5. Number of patients:
Line 6. Security at pick-up site:
Line 7. Method of marking pick-up site:
Line 8. Patient nationality and status:
Line 9. NBC Contamination:
Strip Map - Answers -A sketch of a given route. It may or may not be drawn to scale but
should show identifying landmarks.
Assembly area (AA) - Answers -An area where units stage for movement
Start Point (SP) - Answers -The point where the convoy comes under a single
controlling authority
Check Point (CP) - Answers -Predetermined point used as means of controlling
movement or a reference for a location .
Release Point (RP) - Answers -The point where certain elements of the convoy are
released by the convoy commander
Directional indicator - Answers -Used to orient the map to the North .
Distance between points - Answers -May indicate miles or kilometers
Route Number - Answers -identifies a specific route
Halt/Rest areas - Answers -Check points or other convenient areas that will support the
convoy movement for the purpose of refueling , checking loads , PMCS , messing , etc.
Name for an Accident identification card? - Answers -DD Form 518
When should an accident identification card be filled out? - Answers -As promptly as
possible. Give to person directly directly concerned.
Motor vehicle accident Report - Answers -Standard Form 91
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