Communication & Radio Protocols Flashcards

Which radio response means a message was received and understood?

Answer: Copy

'Copy' confirms the receiver heard and understood the message.

What is a key advantage of using a repeater for command communications on a large burn unit?

Answer: It extends range by retransmitting signals from a high point

Repeaters receive and retransmit signals, extending coverage across terrain that blocks direct radio paths.

Which communication should typically occur with dispatch on the morning of a planned burn?

Answer: Notification of intent to burn and the planned ignition time

Burn plans require notifying dispatch of the burn location and timing before ignition.

When aircraft support a prescribed burn, which frequency is used for communication between aircraft and ground resources?

Answer: Air-to-ground

Air-to-ground frequencies are designated for communications between aerial and ground resources.

Why must radios be programmed (cloned) with the correct frequencies and tones before a burn?

Answer: To ensure every resource can communicate on assigned channels from the ICS-205

Correct programming ensures all resources share the channels and tones in the communications plan.

Which public notification is commonly required before burning near communities?

Answer: Neighbor and stakeholder notifications as specified in the burn plan

Burn plans often require notifying neighbors, officials, and stakeholders about planned burning and smoke.

A lookout cannot reach the burn boss on the assigned tactical channel. What is the best first action?

Answer: Try the backup channel or relay through another resource per the comm plan

Communication plans include backup channels and relay options when the primary link fails.