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Emergency Channels


 
 UHF CB Radio
CH 5 - 476.5625 Mhz
CH 35 - 477.275 Mhz
27Mhz CB Radio
27.065 Mhz
18 Channel Radio - CH 5
23 or 40 Channel Radio - CH 9
 
Calling A Emergency Monitor
 

To call for help simply follow this procedure:

1. Select the emergency channel on your CB - Channel 9 AM or USB on 27 MHz sets (channel 5 if it is a 18 channel CB), or Channel 5 on the UHF Band (select 'Duplex' or 'Repeater' mode if in range of a channel 5/35 emergency repeater, otherwise use 'Simplex' mode - i.e. turn your Repeater or Duplex button OFF).

Be aware some emergency Monitors may monitor other local UHF repeaters in addition to, or instead of, the emergency repeater. If no response is received, try other local channels.


2. Call "Any emergency monitor", this is "call-sign or first name" calling any emergency monitor"


3. Give the Monitor time to answer  If no response is received call again.


4. Respond with the nature of the incident, exact location and other information. The Monitor will ask you for the information that he/she needs in order to notify the required services.

Remember To Stay Calm !
 

Australian Communications Media Authority

For misuse of the emergency channels such as using for non-emergency purposes, the operator can be prosecuted for operating without a licence, as indicated above. Maximum penalty is 2 years imprisonment, or a fine of up to $165,000. Alternatively the ACMA can issue an infringement notice for an amount of $220 for minor offences.

For interference to an emergency call in progress then section 193 of the Radiocommunications Act provides for a maximum penalty of 5 years imprisonment or $550,000. This offence can only be dealt with via court.

Section 193 of the Radiocommunications Act 1992
Emergency Monitor Information

Emergency Monitors can NOT offer first aid or medical advice over the radio under any circumstances. If absolutely necessary, they will contact the Ambulance Service or a Doctor and relay any advice they may have.


There may be times when an Emergency Monitor is not available, or can not hear you. Atmospheric conditions can do very strange things to radio signals, and a local Monitor may not be able to hear your call above the level of interference being received at his/her location. If no one answers your call on the emergency channel, try other channels, especially HF Channel 8 (Road Channel) or other local repeaters (UHF Band).


Emergency Monitors are volunteers often using their own radio equipment to listen for people needing help. It is impossible for any volunteer group to guarantee 100% coverage 24/7.

All Information Regarding Emergency Calls Are Treated Confidential . Phone Numbers And Names And Motor Registration And Other Misc Information Are Kept Confidential.