SACFA Clearance Procedure

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What is the primary purpose of submitting the application form for Mast Height (General) under WPC S-1?

To obtain a license for transmitter operation

To obtain clearance for antenna installation (correct)

To declare compliance with telecom manual guidelines

To provide site-specific details for environmental impact assessment

What is required to be attached to the application form under WPC S-1?

A location map with boundary reference

A copy of the agreement with the Ministry of Telecom (correct)

A copy of the transmitter power license

A proof of payment for the application fee

What is the purpose of mentioning the 'Height of site above mean sea level' in the application form under WPC S-1?

To calculate the antenna's radiation pattern

To determine the site's altitude above sea level (correct)

To assess the environmental impact of the installation

To compute the transmitter power required

What is the significance of mentioning the 'Name of the nearest Airport' in the application form under WPC S-1?

To determine the site's proximity to the nearest airport Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the application form for Full Siting Category under WPC S2?

To obtain clearance for antenna installation Signup and view all the answers

What information is required to be provided in the 'Service' field of the application form under WPC S2?

Type of service to be provided Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of mentioning the 'Transmitter power (in watt)' in the application form under WPC S1 and WPC S2?

To declare the power output of the transmitter Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of providing the 'Location map with boundary reference' in the application form under WPC S-1?

To provide a visual representation of the site's location Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of submitting a copy of the frequency agreement letter issued by WPC?

To obtain SACFA clearance Signup and view all the answers

What is the next step after submitting the application to SACFA?

Obtain ID numbers Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the year 1995 in the context of SACFA clearance?

It is the year after which site clearance is required Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the circulation letter issued by SACFA?

To attach with the applications and circulate within a week's time Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary requirement for site clearance?

Submission of an appropriate map indicating the site Signup and view all the answers

Who signs the document on behalf of the Secretary, SACFA?

Deepa Aggarwal Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected timeframe for obtaining SACFA clearance after submitting the application?

Within a short time Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of obtaining acknowledgement slip from SACFA members?

To confirm receipt of applications through receipts Signup and view all the answers

What is the earnest money required to be submitted per site for 'Mast Height Exemption Category' applications?

Rs. 1000/- Signup and view all the answers

Where are the signed hard copies of applications for 'Mast Height Exemption Category' submitted?

SACFA Secretariat Signup and view all the answers

What is the format in which the consolidated list of 'Mast Height Exemption Category' sites is submitted?

Annex-1 Signup and view all the answers

What type of draft is drawn in favour of The Pay & Accounts Officer (HQrs), Department of Telecommunications?

State Bank of India Demand Draft Signup and view all the answers

What is required to be submitted along with the application for 'Mast Height Exemption Category' sites?

Undertaking and earnest money Signup and view all the answers

Where are applications for 'Mast Height Exemption Category' sites filed?

Online Signup and view all the answers

What supersedes all earlier OMs in regard to 'Mast Height Exemption Category' sites?

This OM Signup and view all the answers

How many copies of the consolidated list of 'Mast Height Exemption Category' sites are submitted?

Duplicate Signup and view all the answers

What is the scale of the map required for siting application?

1 cm = 1 km Signup and view all the answers

How many parallel lines of latitude and longitude should be present on the map?

At least two Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of obtaining a copy of the earlier SACFA clearance and AAI's clearance for that site?

To apply for additional antenna category Signup and view all the answers

Who can authenticate the distance of the site from the airport?

Either the nearest airport authority or any other government organization Signup and view all the answers

What should be marked clearly on the map?

Scale of the map, location of the site, and name and geo-coordinates of the site Signup and view all the answers

Why is the height of the site above mean sea level (AMSL) required?

To furnish necessary information for the application Signup and view all the answers

How should the site map be authenticated if the site is within 5 kms from the airport?

By either the nearest airport authority or any other government organization Signup and view all the answers

What should be submitted to SACFA secretariat for examination and verification?

Both hard copy and soft copy of the application Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of applications that can be submitted in one bunch?

5 Signup and view all the answers

What needs to be attached with the siting application?

A copy of the agreement letter assigning the frequencies from WPC. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of checking the frequency of the proposal during site clearance?

To ensure it is not interfering with Railway frequency. Signup and view all the answers

What is to be circulated to all members of SACFA?

Applications for additional antenna category. Signup and view all the answers

What is required for approval of site in DIZ area?

NOC from JCES is necessary. Signup and view all the answers

What is to be cross-checked with the existing Longitude and Latitude of the railway communication site?

The Longitude and Latitude of the proposed site. Signup and view all the answers

What is to be imposed in the no objection certification in case of adjacent frequencies?

Condition that permission is given provided the transmission won’t interfere with the railway frequency. Signup and view all the answers

What is to be filled separately for different frequency band and different site?

Application forms. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of submitting a copy of the frequency agreement letter issued by WPC?

To obtain SACFA clearance for the site Signup and view all the answers

What is required to be attached to the application if the site was cleared after 1995?

A copy of the earlier SACFA clearance Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the circulation letter issued by SACFA?

To circulate to all members of SACFA Signup and view all the answers

When will the applicant be issued ID numbers?

After scrutinizing applications for correctness Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the year 1995 in the context of SACFA clearance?

It is the year from which the site clearance is required Signup and view all the answers

What is the next step after submitting the application to SACFA?

Informing SACFA about the likely date of circulation of siting applications Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of obtaining acknowledgement slip from SACFA members?

To prove that the application was received by SACFA members Signup and view all the answers

Who signs the document on behalf of the Secretary, SACFA?

The Assistant Wireless Adviser Signup and view all the answers

How many applications should be submitted in one bunch?

Not more than 5 Signup and view all the answers

What should be attached to the siting application?

Both A and B Signup and view all the answers

What is checked during site clearance from railways activity point of view?

Frequency and band Signup and view all the answers

What is required for approval of site in DIZ area?

NOC from JCES Signup and view all the answers

What is to be circulated to all members of SACFA?

Applications for additional antenna category Signup and view all the answers

What is to be cross-checked with the existing Longitude and Latitude of the railway communication site?

Longitude and Latitude of the proposed site Signup and view all the answers

What is to be imposed in the no objection certification in case of adjacent frequencies?

Condition that transmission won't interfere with railway frequency Signup and view all the answers

What is to be filled separately for different frequency band and different site?

Siting application form Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Office Memorandum dated 03.07.2002?

To modify the procedure for fast track site clearances for additional antennae Signup and view all the answers

What is required to be circulated to all members of SACFA?

Siting applications for additional antennae Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the modified procedure for additional antennae cases?

It reduces the number of SACFA members required for NOC Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring receipt of siting applications from all SACFA members?

The SACFA Sectt Signup and view all the answers

What is the next step after submitting the siting application to SACFA?

Ensuring receipt of the application by all SACFA members Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the prescribed proforma available with SACFA Sectt?

To obtain ID numbers for siting applications Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Undertaking in the context of Indian Railways Telecom Manual?

It may be modified accordingly for masts/antennae for other applications Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Office Memorandum dated 03.07.2002 in the context of Indian Railways Telecom Manual?

To modify the procedure for fast track site clearances for additional antennae Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum power output of VHF/UHF stations for which siting applications need to be forwarded to SACFA members?

10 watts Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum antenna size for V-SAT/Micro-Earth Stations (C-, Extended C and KU bands) with power output up to 5 watts, which need to be processed under Mast Height Category?

4.0 Meters Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following organizations need to be obtained clearance from, if the antenna height is more than 4 meters but less than 20 meters AGL, and the distance from airport reference point is less than 7 kms?

Army Hqs., Air Hqs., Naval Hqs., JCES and AAI Signup and view all the answers

What is the condition for exemption from mast height clearance for VHF/UHF stations?

Antenna mast should be installed on the rooftop of the building, and the height of mast including antenna to be installed on the rooftop should not be more than 3 meters. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum height of the mast including antenna to be installed on the rooftop for exemption from mast height clearance?

3 meters Signup and view all the answers

What is the distance from airport reference point beyond which 'no objection' is to be obtained from AAI only for V-SAT/Micro-Earth Stations?

7 kms Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of obtaining clearance from Army Hqs., Air Hqs., Naval Hqs., JCES and AAI for V-SAT/Micro-Earth Stations?

To ensure that the site is not located in a sensitive area Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a condition for exemption from mast height clearance for VHF/UHF stations?

The site should be located in a residential area Signup and view all the answers

What is the amount of earnest money required to be submitted per site for 'Mast Height Exemption Category' applications?

Rs. 1000/- Signup and view all the answers

Where are signed hard copies of applications for 'Mast Height Exemption Category' submitted?

SACFA Secretariat Signup and view all the answers

What is the format in which the consolidated list of 'Mast Height Exemption Category' sites is submitted?

Duplicate Signup and view all the answers

What type of draft is drawn in favour of The Pay & Accounts Officer (HQrs), Department of Telecommunications?

State Bank of India Demand Draft Signup and view all the answers

What supersedes all earlier OMs in regard to 'Mast Height Exemption Category' sites?

This OM Signup and view all the answers

What is required to be submitted along with the application for 'Mast Height Exemption Category' sites?

Undertaking as per Annex-2 Signup and view all the answers

Where are applications for 'Mast Height Exemption Category' sites filed?

Online Signup and view all the answers

How many copies of the consolidated list of 'Mast Height Exemption Category' sites are submitted?

Duplicate Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

SACFA Clearance Guidelines

Applicant must enclose a copy of earlier SACFA clearance and NOC from AAI for sites cleared after 1995, along with a map indicating the site.
Applicant will be issued an ID number after submitting the application, and a circulation letter will be provided to attach with the application.
Acknowledgement slip will be provided as token of receipt of the application by SACFA members.
A copy of frequency agreement letter issued by WPC must be submitted at the time of obtaining SACFA clearance.

Guidelines for Filling Siting Applications

Application forms can be obtained from SACFA secretariat, and necessary information must be furnished.
Six-digit coordinates of the site are necessary, which can be taken with the help of GPS system or any other method for accuracy.
Height of the site above mean sea level (AMSL) should be obtained from Survey of India or any other agency.
Name of the nearest airport and its distance from the site should be mentioned in the application.

Requirements for Map Submission

Map should be of scale 1 cm = 1 km or nearest, covering an area of 12 km radius around the site.
Map should be marked clearly with:
- Scale of the map
- Location of the site
- Name and geo-coordinates of the site
- At least two parallel lines of latitude and longitude
Geo-coordinates of the site on the map should be authenticated by the applicant himself.

Application Submission Guidelines

Hard copy and soft copy of the application should be submitted to SACFA secretariat.
Software is available from SACFA Secretariate.
Not more than 5 applications should be submitted in one bunch.
Separate application forms are to be filled for different frequency band and different site.

SACFA Clearance Procedure

After issue of ID Nos., siting application is to be circulated as per list applicable to each category of siting clearance.
Forwarding letter issued by SACFA is also to be attached with the siting application.
Applications for additional antenna category need to be circulated to all members of SACFA, but no NOC from any member is necessary for approval of site except sites which fall in DIZ area.
A copy of agreement letter assigning the frequencies from WPC should be attached with application.

Clearance of SACFA Cases from Railways

Frequency of the proposal and the band at which it is proposed is to be cross-checked with the allotted frequencies and frequency bands of Railways.
Longitude and Latitude of the proposed site has to be cross-checked with the existing Longitude and Latitude of the railway communication site.
Conditions may be imposed in the NOC that permission is given provided the transmission won't interfere with the railway frequency.

SACFA Clearance Procedure

Applicant must enclose a copy of earlier SACFA clearance and NOC from AAI for sites cleared after 1995, along with a map indicating the site.
Applicant will be issued an ID number after scrutinizing applications for correctness.
Applicant must inform SACFA about the likely date of circulation of siting applications and attach a circulation letter meant for all SACFA members.

Submitting Applications

Not more than 5 applications should be submitted in one bunch.
Separate application forms are to be filled for different frequency bands and sites.
A copy of the frequency agreement letter issued by WPC should be attached with the application.

Clearance from Railways

The frequency of the proposal must be cross-checked with the allotted frequencies and frequency bands of Railways to ensure no interference.
The Longitude and Latitude of the proposed site must be cross-checked with the existing Longitude and Latitude of the railway communication site.

Siting Applications

Siting applications for VHF/UHF stations with a power output of 10 watts or less must be forwarded to SACFA members listed in Annexure-I.
Sites for V-SAT/Micro-Earth Stations with a power output up to 5 watts must be processed under Mast Height Category and circulated to SACFA members according to Annexure-IV.

Exemption from Mast Height Clearance

Sites for VHF/UHF with antenna mast installed on the rooftop of a building, with a height not exceeding 3 meters, are exempt from mast height clearance.

Simplified Procedure for Mast Height Exemption Category

Sites falling under this category must file applications online, submit signed hard copies with ID numbers and Bank Draft, and a consolidated list of sites with prescribed format.
An earnest money of Rs. 1000/- and an undertaking as per Annex-2 must be submitted.

Fast Track Site Clearances for Additional Antennae

No NOC from SACFA members is required for siting cases falling under the additional antenna category.
Siting applications must be circulated to all SACFA members, and their receipt ensured before SACFA Sectt. issues necessary clearances.

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This quiz covers the process of obtaining clearance from SACFA, including the required documents and steps involved. It's essential for those who need to navigate the regulatory framework for site clearances.