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Who must make sure no one is exposed to RF energy above FCC limits?

The station licensee.

  1. The station licensee ✔
  2. The FCC
  3. Anyone near the antenna

Why: The licensee is responsible for keeping RF exposure within FCC limits. That includes re-evaluating the station whenever the transmitter or antenna system changes.

Huh, didn't know that: Moving antennas farther from people is one simple way to reduce exposure.

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Why did the ham measure his backyard? He was checking his RF neighborhood watch.
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Sources

  1. NCVEC 2026-2030 Technician Question Pool (Element 2), errata Feb 19, 2026 https://www.ncvec.org/downloads/2026-2030%20Technician%20Pool%20and%20Syllabus%20Public%20Release%20Feb%2019%202026.pdf

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