Verified Answers
What is an operators responsibility? - CORRECT ANSWER The primary
responsibility of a radio operator is to pass accurate and timely information.
Transmit only when necessary
limit transmissions to no more then 10 seconds
Never use sensitive info
say adresses only when necessary
use proper procedures
be clear, consise and unambiguous
use phonetic alphabet
What are the 4 Key words to remember for effective radio communications? -
CORRECT ANSWER Rythym, Speed, Volume and pitch
A. Rythym: Short sentences divided into sensible phrases which maintain a
natural rhythm
B. Speed: Speak slightly slower than normal conversation
C. Volume: Should be as for normal conversation
D. Pitch: Slightly higher than for normal conversation to improve clarity
What is a callsign? - CORRECT ANSWER Figures, letters, or combinations of both
used to identify a COMMs station, an organization, or an individual on a radio net.
,Example: W4KB97: Whiskey, Fow-er, Kilo, Bravo, Niner, Seven
What are Procedural words? (Prowords) - CORRECT ANSWER A special set of
words used for clarity and brevity.
Ex: Roger, Over, Out ETC.
What does SALUTE in SALUTE report stand for? - CORRECT ANSWER Size
Activity
Location
Unit
Time
Equipment
What are the 9 lines in a 9 line Medevac - CORRECT ANSWER Line 1. Location of
the pick-up site.
Line 2. Radio frequency, call sign, and suffix.
Line 3. Number of patients by precedence:
Line 4. Special equipment required:
Line 5. Number of patients:
Line 6. Security at pick-up site:
Line 7. Method of marking pick-up site:
Line 8. Patient nationality and status:
Line 9. NBC Contamination:
Strip Map - CORRECT ANSWER A sketch of a given route. It may or may not be
drawn to scale but should show identifying landmarks.
Assembly area (AA) - CORRECT ANSWER An area where units stage for movement
Start Point (SP) - CORRECT ANSWER The point where the convoy comes under a
single controlling authority
Check Point (CP) - CORRECT ANSWER Predetermined point used as means of
controlling movement or a reference for a location .
, Release Point (RP) - CORRECT ANSWER The point where certain elements of the
convoy are released by the convoy commander
Directional indicator - CORRECT ANSWER Used to orient the map to the North .
Distance between points - CORRECT ANSWER May indicate miles or kilometers
Route Number - CORRECT ANSWER identifies a specific route
Halt/Rest areas - CORRECT ANSWER Check points or other convenient areas that
will support the convoy movement for the purpose of refueling , checking loads ,
PMCS , messing , etc.
Name for an Accident identification card? - CORRECT ANSWER DD Form 518
When should an accident identification card be filled out? - CORRECT ANSWER As
promptly as possible. Give to person directly directly concerned.
Motor vehicle accident Report - CORRECT ANSWER Standard Form 91
What is Standard form 91 (SF 91) used for? - CORRECT ANSWER The SF 91 form is
used to protect you and the government against claims and exaggerations. You
are required to complete the form with any any accident in which you are
involved in.
SF 91 Sections I thru IX are filled by? - CORRECT ANSWER Vehicle operator
SF 91 Sections X, items 73 thru 83d are filled by? - CORRECT ANSWER Operators
supervisor
SF 91 Sections XI thru XIII are filled out by? - CORRECT ANSWER Accident
investigator for bodily injury, fatality, and/or damage exceeding $500.00.
Technical Manual (TMs) - CORRECT ANSWER Provide specific information on
proper operation and maintenance on a single system or series of vehicles.