Private Pilots Shouldn’t Take Off Without a Backup Radio

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Those of you who follow my adventures know that I can fly to wherever there’s a communications emergency. Regular folks need a plane—but what do private pilots need? They need two-way radios, of course!

A recent story on TodaysWirelessWorld.com explained how many private pilots wouldn’t consider taking to the air without a backup radio. “Imagine what happens if an airplane’s primary radio fails in flight,” the story says. “You’re thousands of feet in the air, at the controls of an expensive aircraft with no ability to monitor weather and emergency channels or communicate with control towers, ground crews, and other pilots. Getting down safely suddenly becomes more theoretical than a sure thing.”

The story goes on to review some key considerations for a pilot using a handheld aircraft radio as a backup:

1. Mind your power supply. “While rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries usually have the longest battery life, you really want a rechargeable battery that will hold a charge for a very long time. Standard rechargeable batteries lose their charge quickly, but ‘low-discharge’ batteries can hold up to 70% of their charge for years on end.”

2. Get yourself trained. “On the ground, walk through all the steps for getting your backup radio up and running, including finding proper frequencies for nearby control towers. Also be sure to practice using your handheld in flight. Having the whole radio in your hand while working the plane’s controls is a bit more complicated than talking into a mic.”

3. Save your most-used frequencies. “Every The radio manufacturer has its own way of saving most-used frequencies. Sometimes you’ll have to break out your user manual to figure out how to program and recall saved channels. Be sure to add the process for recalling saved channels to your drilling and training.”

That’s good advice for pilots and everyone else who needs to keep a two-radio handy in case of an emergency. Radios are useful and versatile tools, but it’s up to us to make sure they’re ready to help us when we need it.
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How Grocers and Other Retailers Using two Way Radios Can Reduce Response Times to Help Prevent Slip.

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BearCom, a nationwide provider of wireless communications equipment and solutions, today detailed areas in which two-way radios can have a significant impact in responding to slip/fall accidents at retail shops and grocery stores.
“Falling issues are one of the leading causes of injury and death in the workplace, according to the Department of Labor,” said Malcolm Ritchie, safety engineer with Martin Safety Solutions, Inc. “For this reason, OSHA (the Occupational Safety and Health Administration) enforces rules about maintaining safe working conditions. The walking and working surfaces must be kept clean. Clear paths of travel must be maintained.”
Business owners must respond quickly to any slip/fall issue. “That’s a liability issue,” Ritchie said. “They are required by law to immediately address that.”
Not only are workers at risk, but customers can also be victims. Common slip/fall hazards occur when food products at a grocery store are dropped or spilled. When a spill happens, every second counts so customers and employees are not endangered. In such instances, a Two way Radio is vitally important. A crew member can be notified immediately to begin cleanup and to place a warning sign to mark the area, both during cleaning and floor drying time.
BearCom suggests three ways a two-way radio can be used when a slip/fall hazard occurs.
1. Identify and respond to the hazard. When an employee notices a spill, he or she should immediately alert a manager or other employees to the situation. In a large store, a Walkie talkie is the fastest, most efficient way to reach a co-worker.
2. Don’t leave the hazard unattended. The employee should stand near the spill, if it is non-toxic, to warn customers. With a two-way radio, the employee does not need to walk away to look for help, which would leave the area unattended for unsuspecting passers-by. A warning sign can be posted near the spill during and after the cleanup.
3. If a fall accident does occur, immediately call for help. A timely response is crucial to help someone who has fallen or to summon professional medical attention.
Hugh Johnston, Product & Purchasing Manager at BearCom, suggests that two series of radios from Motorola Solutions are especially well suited for retailers and grocery store employees. He lists the Motorola CLS1110 and Motorola CLS1410, as well as the CLP Series, which includes the Motorola CLP1010, Motorola CLP1040, and Motorola CLP1060.
Motorola CLS Series portable radios are economical, compact, lightweight, and compatible with a variety of accessories. Simplified charging and cloning make CLS radios easy to manage, and they are so simple to use that little or no training is required.
Motorola CLP Series radios are even lighter and smaller. Their design integrates an earpiece, which makes for even more discreet communications. The CLP1010, CLP1040, and CLP1060 are very easy to use, as they integrate only the essential accessory elements. Additionally, the CLP1060 is Bluetooth enabled. It is sold with the necessary Bluetooth earpiece.
“When an accident occurs, you want a radio that is easy to use,” Johnston said, “Workplace safety is a priority, and these radios offer peace of mind. Discreet staff communication is also nice so you don’t have to let everyone in the store know there was an incident.”
Read more: http://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/1986073#ixzz35HD4j6QZ

The Winning Formula Walkie Talkies in Motorsports

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When we talk about motorsports, we’re actually referring to multiple types of event. We could be referring to Rallying, Formula 1, Kart Racing, Boat Racing, or even Hovercraft Racing. Essentially, if it involves a motorized vehicle in some way, it’s a motorsport. Yes, that includes snowmobiles.

These races, wherever they may be held and whatever they may involve, are usually large-scale events. Events such as these require a significant amount of planning and organization to pull off. There are smaller races, of course, but even these rely on the dedication and attention to detail of a committed few.

Concerns such as health and safety (including that of the drivers, technical personnel and spectators) or communication between drivers and pit crew (where applicable) are all of vital importance. In addition, other concerns such as the creation of a safe viewing area for spectators or a steady stream of information finding its way into the announcer’s box, are all highly important to the overall presentation of the event itself.

When televised, things become even more challenging. Broadcasters need access to relevant information, often updated on a second-by-second basis. Cameramen need to be directed to anything of interest to the home viewer and the production needs to be a part of the race without getting in the way.

A racetrack is typically a large portion of road, water or terrain. Keeping this area clear and safe for racing presents many challenges, in order to meet these challenges, communication needs to be instant, dependable and clear. 2 Way Radios, despite being around in some form or another since the late 1930’s, are still the best way to achieve this.

Strong and solidly built, these radios are perfect for the diverse mixture of environments that motorsports can be held in (remember the snowmobile). These devices aren’t delicate like mobile phones or tablet PCs, they are sturdy, durable and tough.

When it comes to motorsports, two-way radios are an essential tool. The truth is that it would be very difficult for anybody to hold any kind of race without them. From the F1 drivers contacting the pit crews, to the on-hand paramedics ready to rush into action at any second, to the race organizers keeping things safe and secure, two-way radios are a vital part of modern motorsports.

It is impossible to overestimate the importance of instant communications when you’re dealing with the level of speed that these sports can reach. Clear signals, easily broadcast over long distances, are the lifeblood of any racing event.