User's Guide

ITCR 1.0.5.0 RF Energy Exposure Guide

Pre-Release 00001235-DA 1/18/2012 1

RF Energy Exposure Awareness and Control Information,

and Operational Instructions for FCC/IC Occupational Use

Requirements

NOTICE: This radio is intended for use in occupational/controlled

conditions, where users have full knowledge of their exposure and can

exercise control over their exposure to meet FCC/IC limits. This radio

device is NOT authorized for general population, consumer, or any other

use.

This two-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (RF)

spectrum to provide communications between two or more users over a

distance. It uses RF energy or radio waves to send and receive messages. RF

energy is one form of electromagnetic energy. Other forms include, but are

not limited to, sunlight and x-rays. RF energy, however, should not be

confused with these other forms of electromagnetic energy, which when

used improperly, can cause biological damage. Very high levels of x-rays,

for example, can damage tissues and genetic material.

Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health, and industry work with

organizations to develop standards for safe exposure to RF energy. These

standards provide recommended levels of RF exposure for both workers and

the general public. These recommended RF exposure levels include

substantial margins of protection.

All two-way radios marketed in North America are designed, manufactured,

and tested to ensure they meet government-established RF exposure levels.

In addition, manufacturers also recommend specific operating instructions

to users of two-way radios. These instructions are important because they

inform users about RF energy exposure and provide simple procedures on

how to control it. Please refer to the following Web sites for more

information on what RF energy exposure is and how to control your

exposure to assure compliance with established RF exposure limits.

http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html

http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.html