diff --git a/zk/Foundation_licence_conditions.md b/zk/Foundation_licence_conditions.md index 839db47..a3428de 100644 --- a/zk/Foundation_licence_conditions.md +++ b/zk/Foundation_licence_conditions.md @@ -2,10 +2,12 @@ tags: [radio, ham-study] --- -- Business and any commercial activity is not permitted - An amateur radio licence is _only for self-training in radio communications_ -- Ofcom is the UK TV and radio regulator -- Ofcom issues amateur radio licences +- Business and any commercial activity is not permitted +- Ofcom is the UK TV and radio regulator and the body that issues amateur + licenses + +## Ofcom rules **You must**: @@ -22,7 +24,19 @@ tags: [radio, ham-study] - in cases of reported interference, ask you to log the transmissions you have made over a specified time period -**Acceptable operating locations**: +## The following types of activity are not permitteed + +- Business or commercial activity +- The use of encryption or codes, other than Morse Code +- Broadcasting, defined as "transmitting for general reception" (e.g. this would + constitute "pirate radio") + - The only scenario where broadcasting is permitted is during the CQ stage, + when you are seeking a contact to talk to + - Or when you are operating a "Net", defined as a conversation between three + or more amateurs where communication is first established with at least one + individual member of the net + +## Acceptable operating locations - UK - Channel Islands @@ -33,3 +47,18 @@ they are in international water or airspace. (Note that TX from aircraft has power restrictions as specified in Schedule 1 listings.) The Foundation licence does not permit operating in any other countries. + +## EMF rules + +> "EMF" stands for _electromagnetic field_ + +The Foundation licence specifies that amateur equipment must not expose the +public to EMF over a certain threshold. This threshold is **10 Watts +[ERIP](/zk/Antennas.md) or approximately 6.1 Watts ERP**. + +All amateurs must complete an EMF assessment to demonstrate they are operating +within the required limits. Ofcom can request an assessment at any time. + +If you are likely to exceed the threshold you must demonstrate that actions are +being taken to ensure the limits are maintained. If no provisions are necessary, +you specify that "power levels are below the threshold".