{"alias":"contentPage","byline":null,"standfirst":null,"content":{"layouts":[{"type":"sidebar","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFS120502\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E(Published November 2024, replacing January 2023)\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EGeneral\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ERadio communications are regulated by the Wireless Telegraphy Act to ensure that all are able to use radio beneficially. Chaos would ensue if these regulations were not enforced and the Department of Trade \u0026amp; Industry\u003Cbr\u003ERadiocommunications Agency is the regulatory body in the UK. The Scout Association works closely with this agency to guide and regulate the responsible use of radio within The Association\u0027s membership.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EPrivate Mobile Radio (PMR)\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003EPMR Is used by many organisations such as the breakdown services, Emergency Services and business users to communicate with vehicles and personnel.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-ccp-props=\u0022{\u0026quot;134233118\u0026quot;:true,\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335551550\u0026quot;:6,\u0026quot;335551620\u0026quot;:6,\u0026quot;335559739\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:240}\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003EThe Scouts have a licence to use certain of these radio channels at activities and events. Full details can be found in \u003C/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/running-your-section/programme-guidance/general-activity-guidance/communication-activities/pmr-private-mobile-radios/\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022none\u0022\u003EPrivate Mobile Radios (FS12503)\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003E.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-ccp-props=\u0022{\u0026quot;134233118\u0026quot;:true,\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335551550\u0026quot;:6,\u0026quot;335551620\u0026quot;:6,\u0026quot;335559739\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:240}\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003ECB Radio\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003EMay be suitable for car parking and other non-safety related applications. It is not ideal for use on night hikes, camps or similar activities in view of the lack of privacy on the channels.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-ccp-props=\u0022{\u0026quot;134233118\u0026quot;:true,\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335551550\u0026quot;:6,\u0026quot;335551620\u0026quot;:6,\u0026quot;335559739\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:240}\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003EEquipment, both hand-portable, mobile and base stations are available and can be bought from a number of retail sources and must conform to the current British and European standards.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-ccp-props=\u0022{\u0026quot;134233118\u0026quot;:true,\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335551550\u0026quot;:6,\u0026quot;335551620\u0026quot;:6,\u0026quot;335559739\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:240}\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003ESince 8 December 2006,\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003ECB Radio has been exempt from the need to hold a Wireless Telegraphy (WT) Act licence\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003E, providing that the equipment is operated in accordance with the technical parameters set out in the regulations.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-ccp-props=\u0022{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335551550\u0026quot;:6,\u0026quot;335551620\u0026quot;:6,\u0026quot;335559739\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:240}\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EPMR446\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003EPMR446 is a licence free service providing the either analogue or digital short range radio for the public. It is practical for short distances and may be useful for car parking or on site activities.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-ccp-props=\u0022{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559739\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:240}\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003EAnalog PMR446 provides 16 channels.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-ccp-props=\u0022{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559739\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:240}\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003EDMR 446 provides 16 channels.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-ccp-props=\u0022{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559739\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:240}\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003EDPMR provides 32 channels.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-ccp-props=\u0022{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559739\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:240}\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003EIt may be unsuitable at crowded events as there may be many users sharing the channels. \u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-ccp-props=\u0022{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559739\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:240}\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EMarine VHF Radio\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003EHas become an increasingly common piece of equipment found on small boats. Many and is an essential part of a vessel\u0027s distress and safety equipment.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-ccp-props=\u0022{\u0026quot;134233118\u0026quot;:true,\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335551550\u0026quot;:6,\u0026quot;335551620\u0026quot;:6,\u0026quot;335559739\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:240}\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003EAn authority to operate is required which involves attending a Royal Yachting Association VHF SRC training course and exam.\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-ccp-props=\u0022{\u0026quot;134233118\u0026quot;:true,\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335551550\u0026quot;:6,\u0026quot;335551620\u0026quot;:6,\u0026quot;335559739\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:240}\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003EAdditionally a licence is required for the equipment. \u003Cspan class=\u0022TextRun SCXW190671383 BCX0\u0022 data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.rya.org.uk/knowledge/safety/keep-in-touch/onboard-communications\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW190671383 BCX0\u0022\u003EFurther details are\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW190671383 BCX0\u0022\u003E available from the \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.rya.org.uk/knowledge/safety/keep-in-touch/onboard-communications\u0022\u003ERYA\u003C/a\u003E.\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-ccp-props=\u0022{\u0026quot;134233118\u0026quot;:true,\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335551550\u0026quot;:6,\u0026quot;335551620\u0026quot;:6,\u0026quot;335559739\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:240}\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EAmateur Radio\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003EAmateur Radio is used within the Scouts as an activity such as Jamboree on the Air and for Special Event Stations but is not suitable for the control at Scout events as there is a licence and exam to complete before it can be used and thi\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003Erd\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003E party messages are not allowed.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-ccp-props=\u0022{\u0026quot;134233118\u0026quot;:true,\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335551550\u0026quot;:6,\u0026quot;335551620\u0026quot;:6,\u0026quot;335559739\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:240}\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003EFor further information on \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/running-your-section/international-scouts-and-events/international-events/jota-joti/\u0022 title=\u0022JOTA-JOTI\u0022\u003EJamboree on the Air (JOTA)\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""}]},{"items":[]}],"config":null}]},"searchDescription":"Read the guide for Leaders on Radio Communication on Scout Activities.","pageType":null,"location":null,"browserTitle":"","versionDate":"15 July 2023","reviewDate":"16/12/2020","redirectUrl":"","id":46959,"nodeName":"Radio on Scout Activities - A Guide for Volunteers","title":"Radio on Scout Activities - A Guide for Volunteers","type":"contentPage","image":{"url":"/media/2924/explorer-selfies-jpg.jpg?cc=0,0.014492753623188406,0,0.23478260869565218\u0026width=800\u0026height=450\u0026v=1daee3a4ee70dd0","caption":"Explorers taking selfies at sunset smiling","type":"jpg","size":61935,"width":1000,"height":750,"altText":"Two Explorers hold their phones up to take a selfie with a group behind them."},"assets":null,"headerOptions":{"headerTitle":"Radio on Scout Activities - A Guide for Leaders","headerSubTitle":"","headerCta":"","headerCtaText":"","headerCtaLink":"","headerBackgroundColour":"ffe627","showSEOImage":false,"headerBackgroundImage":null,"quickLinks":[]},"subHeader":"Read the guide for Leaders on Radio Communication on Scout Activities.","silktide":"eyJjbXMiOiJVbWJyYWNvIiwiZWRpdG9yVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9wcm9kLWNtcy5zY291dHMub3JnLnVrLy91bWJyYWNvIy9jb250ZW50L2NvbnRlbnQvZWRpdC80Njk1OSJ9","canonicalUrl":"https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/running-your-section/programme-guidance/information-for-volunteers/general-activity-guidance-a-z/radio-on-scout-activities-a-guide-for-volunteers/"}