Three types of comms used in CFA
Two way radios
Landline and mobile phones
Pagers/listerning sets
Three types of radio used by CFA
Base radio
Mobile radio - vehicle mounted
Portable radio -hand held
Four voice considerations when speaking on radio
Rhythm
Speed
Volume
Pitch
Two places the ariel ID is located on a CFA vehicle
Roof
Dash
7 types of radio message
Turn out On scene Word back SITREP Message Returning In Station
A precise definition of the status of the fire or incident
Wordback
A situation report which gives a more detailed description of the incident
SITREP
These allow opportunities for additional requests or to provide further information
Message
Four status of an incident (according to PowerPoint)
Investigating
Not yet under control
Under control
Stop