Gee, a succinct common sense and intelligent post on the subject. Thanks, Ward.
73, Gerry K8GT
----- Original Message -----
From: Ward Silver <hwardsil@centurytel.net>
Date: Wednesday, March 30, 2005 11:57 pm
Subject: [CQ-Contest] An Observation on Violating Rules
> There are many circumstances in which FCC rule violations are
> unavoidable,
> accidental, or even warranted under special circumstances -
> primarily
> emergencies and imminent threat to life or property. Exceptional
> circumstances occur all the time. The way to handle it is this...
>
> - Document what happened and what rule was violated.
> - If it was accidental or the result of equipment failure, explain
> how you
> plan to rectify the problem and prevent future recurrences.
> - If it was caused by physical circumstances beyond your control,
> explain
> that and document them.
> - If it was an operator problem, explain what steps you will take
> to insure
> that it doesn't happen again.
> - If the violation occurred as a consequence of responding to what
> you
> perceived as an emergency situation or other extreme
> circumstances, explain
> that.
>
> You demonstrate that you understand and respect the rules and are
> taking
> appropriate steps to operate within them. Problem solved.
>
> The FCC is not looking to bust stations that operate to the best
> of their
> ability and in the public interest. Your documentation will be
> filed and
> that will be that. As long as you don't make a habit of violating
> the rules
> or give flimsy excuses for doing so, there is not going to be an
> issue.
> 73, Ward N0AX
>
>
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