Who is responsible for ensuring that no person is exposed to RF energy above the FCC exposure limits?
The correct answer is B: The station licensee. The station licensee is responsible for ensuring that no person is exposed to RF energy above the FCC exposure limits. The licensee must assess RF exposure, implement controls if needed, and ensure compliance. This is a legal responsibility that cannot be delegated. For amateur radio operators, understanding this responsibility is essential. You are responsible for RF exposure from your station, regardless of who is operating it. This is a key regulatory requirement.
Exam Tip
RF exposure responsibility = station licensee. Think 'L'icensee = 'L'iable for 'L'imits. The station licensee is legally responsible for ensuring compliance with RF exposure limits. Not FCC's job to monitor, not neighbors' responsibility.
Memory Aid
"RF exposure responsibility = station licensee. Think 'L'icensee = 'L'iable. The station licensee is legally responsible for ensuring no one is exposed above FCC limits. Must assess and control exposure."
Real-World Application
You're the licensee of station K2XYZ. You must assess RF exposure from your station, determine if controls are needed (like restricting access or reducing power), and ensure no one is exposed above limits. Even if someone else operates your station, you're still responsible. This is your legal obligation as the licensee.
Key Concepts
Why Other Options Are Wrong
Option A (FCC): Incorrect. The FCC sets the limits and regulations, but the licensee is responsible for compliance. The FCC doesn't monitor every station.
Option C: Incorrect. People near antennas aren't responsible - they may not even know about RF exposure. The licensee must ensure their safety.
Option D: Incorrect. Local zoning boards regulate structures and land use, not RF exposure. RF exposure is the licensee's responsibility.
题目解析
The correct answer is B: The station licensee. The station licensee is responsible for ensuring that no person is exposed to RF energy above the FCC exposure limits. The licensee must assess RF exposure, implement controls if needed, and ensure compliance. This is a legal responsibility that cannot be delegated. For amateur radio operators, understanding this responsibility is essential. You are responsible for RF exposure from your station, regardless of who is operating it. This is a key regulatory requirement.
考试技巧
RF exposure responsibility = station licensee. Think 'L'icensee = 'L'iable for 'L'imits. The station licensee is legally responsible for ensuring compliance with RF exposure limits. Not FCC's job to monitor, not neighbors' responsibility.
记忆口诀
RF exposure responsibility = station licensee. Think 'L'icensee = 'L'iable. The station licensee is legally responsible for ensuring no one is exposed above FCC limits. Must assess and control exposure.
实际应用示例
You're the licensee of station K2XYZ. You must assess RF exposure from your station, determine if controls are needed (like restricting access or reducing power), and ensure no one is exposed above limits. Even if someone else operates your station, you're still responsible. This is your legal obligation as the licensee.
错误选项分析
Option A (FCC): Incorrect. The FCC sets the limits and regulations, but the licensee is responsible for compliance. The FCC doesn't monitor every station. Option C: Incorrect. People near antennas aren't responsible - they may not even know about RF exposure. The licensee must ensure their safety. Option D: Incorrect. Local zoning boards regulate structures and land use, not RF exposure. RF exposure is the licensee's responsibility.
知识点
RF exposure responsibility, Station licensee, FCC regulations, RF safety
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Question from official FCC Technician Class question pool. Explanation reviewed by licensed amateur radio operators.