Foundation Syllabus 1.5 Extra Mock Questions

We have a mock quiz for students studying for Foundation (here). For exams AFTER the 31st of August 2022, there are some new topics covered by the syllabus. Here are some questions on the new material, to help those studying for Foundation.

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#1. 10 Watts EIRP (Effective Isotropic Radiated Power) is equivalent to what value ERP?

1.6W ERP

6.1W ERP

16.1W EPR

11.6W EPR

Ofcom quotes EMF exposure limits as 10W EIRP in the licence, which is equivalent to 6.1W ERP. For exams after 31 August 2022, you may be tested on these values

#2. What do you need to do in order to comply with the EMF requirements in the amateur radio licence?

Perform emissions tests from time-to-time

Keep a record of your EMF assessments

Notify Ofcom of any change to your station equipment and/or antennas

Never transmit if the general public are nearby

The licence requires that you make available proof to Ofcom that you comply with the requirements relating to electromagnetic field exposure. Keep a copy of your assessments.

#3. The amateur radio licence includes a section on EMF. To what does this relate?

Making contact on internationally-agreed frequencies

Connecting amateur radio equipment to a suitable RF earthing system

Not exposing members of the public to electromagnetic fields that exceed set limits

Ensuring that signals do not cause interference to nearby electrical devices

EMF (electromagnetic fields) have to be within International limits regarding exposure to the general public

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These questions come from the Hamtrain course – mock questions are available as part of the free course, and more mock tests are available as needed to help students to study.

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