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Which of the following is NOT a guideline for efficient radio communications according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT a guideline for efficient radio communications according to the text?
- Start talking before you have keyed the PTT (correct)
- Pause before pushing the PTT
- Speak professionally and leave emotion out of your communication
- State the identifier of the unit you wish to speak to
What is the purpose of using common established communication structures, terminology, and procedures according to the text?
What is the purpose of using common established communication structures, terminology, and procedures according to the text?
- To elevate the stress and confusion of an emergency situation
- To avoid cutting off the beginning of a transmission
- To confirm radio coverage in a fringe area
- To ensure clear and concise communications (correct)
Why is it important to avoid using filler words in radio communications according to the text?
Why is it important to avoid using filler words in radio communications according to the text?
- To maintain an awareness of the overall situation
- To determine that the frequency is not already in use
- To confirm radio coverage in a fringe area
- To maintain professionalism and avoid confusion (correct)
Which of the following is discouraged when using radio communications in the fire service?
Which of the following is discouraged when using radio communications in the fire service?
What is the recommended response mode for emergency vehicles when no emergency or help is needed?
What is the recommended response mode for emergency vehicles when no emergency or help is needed?
Which frequency is used for tone dispatching of Fire and Medical Incidents for all of Whatcom County?
Which frequency is used for tone dispatching of Fire and Medical Incidents for all of Whatcom County?
What is the recommended practice before keying the microphone in radio communications?
What is the recommended practice before keying the microphone in radio communications?
Which frequency is used for USFS Glacier?
Which frequency is used for USFS Glacier?
Which frequency is used for DNR Common?
Which frequency is used for DNR Common?
What is the PL (Private Line) for USFS Lookout?
What is the PL (Private Line) for USFS Lookout?
Which frequency is best used by radios not operating in close proximity?
Which frequency is best used by radios not operating in close proximity?
Which frequency is the primary radio frequency for hospital communications in the event of cellular phone system failure?
Which frequency is the primary radio frequency for hospital communications in the event of cellular phone system failure?
Which frequency is used for coordinating operations between firefighting units?
Which frequency is used for coordinating operations between firefighting units?
Which UHF radio system is used to communicate medical information between pre-hospital personnel and/or the Base Station or Receiving Facility?
Which UHF radio system is used to communicate medical information between pre-hospital personnel and/or the Base Station or Receiving Facility?
