Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Radiocommunications (Citizen Band Radio Stations) Class Licence 2002
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Radiocommunications (Citizen Band Radio Stations) Class Licence 2002
No licence is required to own or operate this radio in Australia and New Zealand.
The Radiocommunications (Citizen Band Radio Stations) Class Licence 2002 contains
the technical parameters, operating requirements, conditions of licence and relevant
standards for Citizen Band (CB) radios. CB radios must comply with the class licence
for their use to be authorised under the class licence.
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Always turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive
atmosphere. Only radio types that are “Intrinsically Safe” should be used in such areas.
Do not remove, install or charge batteries in such areas. Sparks in a potentially
explosive atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or
even death.
Note:
The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres referred to above, include
fueling areas such as below deck on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage
facilities, areas where the air contains chemicals or particles (such as grain, dust or
metal powders) and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your
vehicle engine, such as petrol stations.
Note areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often-but not always-signposted.
Blasting Caps and Areas
To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn off your radio when you are
near electrical blasting caps, in a blasting area, or in areas posted “Turn off two-way
radios.” Obey all signs and instructions.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI). To
avoid the possibility of electromagnetic interference and/or compatibility conflicts, turn
off your radio in any location where posted notices instruct you to do so such as health
care facilities.
Aircraft
When instructed to do so, turn off your radio when onboard an aircraft. Any use of a
radio must be in accordance with applicable regulations per airline crew instructions.
