What is radio ✔✔Radio is a communication system based on broadcasting
electromagnetic waves.
Describe the basic functions of a transmitter.
... [Show More] ✔✔The transmitter's function is to convert
the message signal into a form which is suitable for transmission over the
communication channel or medium. This technique is called modulation. What is the
least weight of the RF receiver and transmitter module?
Explain the Communicator's responsibilities regarding confidentiality. ✔✔Being privy to
many sources of private, confidential and highly sensitive information, the public safety
communicator must possess the ability to keep information confidential. They must
understand that the information they are privy to regarding criminal activity, law
enforcement operations, building plans, medical histories, driving records and all other
information that may be of interest to the general public, is not to be shared. They must
also be able to ignore the urge to "share" if they are ever faced with that feeling.
List the common elements of basic telecommunications. ✔✔The elements of basic
telecommunications are:-Information gathering-Radio and telephone communicationsResource allocation-Records management-Functioning under CRTC rules-Handling
requests and being responsive to calls from the public
Explain the purpose of a formal organizational structure. ✔✔It is critical to have rules
and policies that leave little discretion for interpretation. To outline the accomplishments
and goals of the PSAP. Having attainable goal for each employee. Following the chain
of command. Knowing who the managers and supervisors are within the PSAP to
ensure that all questions and grievances are handled in a professional timely manner.
Describe the relationship between a Communicator's code of ethics and that of the
PSAP. ✔✔We all should have one common goal, assist the public in an emergency
situation. The communicator must follow the "code of ethics" for the better of PSAP.
Follow all procedures to achieve goals and policies. Ensure that the chain of command
is respected at all times. Have a clear definition of roles of your manager and
supervisor.
Explain the term "service area" in the context of EMS. ✔✔The area may vary depending
on the type of service provider. Depending on the size and severity of the incident; there
are different levels of providers, ALS, BLS units, fire department or volunteer may be
dispatched.
Summarize the attributes of a professional public safety communicator. ✔✔Professional
public safety communicator is someone that has respect for themselves, others and
their profession. They have a strong sense of duty and desire to help others and are [Show Less]