What is the most efficient way to use my radios before, during, and after an emergency?
Plan ahead, use appropriate identifiers (tactical call signs, first names) so you know who is who, agree on a communications protocol and relay mechanism for your neighborhood and get your local Amateur Radio Service operator and GMRS licensee involved in the planning! Be polite, listen before transmitting, and communicate quickly and precisely so that others can also use the channels. Use your radios to stay in touch with your children as they play and encourage your neighbors to do the same with their kids. Use these useful radios during neighborhood events. use your radios to help you with communications in your family business. Always listen carefully before transmitting. Never yell or shout into a radio and avoid the use of call tones.
