Central marin nrg radio network
In the event of a local emergency event, such as a far reaching earthquake, neighbors prepare to help each other at the individual NRG level, as well as within the Central NRG Network and the Central Marin Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT).
If the power is out and cellular networks are unavailable, NRGs can use their hand-held radios to communicate amongst themselves and with Central Marin CERT to communicate:
If the power is out and cellular networks are unavailable, NRGs can use their hand-held radios to communicate amongst themselves and with Central Marin CERT to communicate:
- Within our own neighborhoods to check on everyone as well as to make sure our gas lines are secured to prevent fires and water lines are secured to save usable water.
- Within our larger Central Marin NRG radio network. Our NRG radio network gives us an efficient way to connect amongst our neighboring NRGs (6,000 + household members) to rally medical, search and rescue volunteers and supply resources for neighbors in need.
- Outside of our neighborhoods to the authorities, to access first responders for life threatening injuries or uncontrollable fires. Our NRG radio network gives us a direct channel to the Central Marin Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Command Post and connect up the chain to the Marin County Office of Emergency Services (OES) which manages the county's response in a major disaster.
Each NRG, CERT and Central Command are assigned unique radio channels to use to avoid overcrowding and interference.
Print out the latest version of the Radio Channel Assignments, laminate, and keep in your NRG backpack. Be sure to program your radio channel (if new)
Best Practices
Familiarizing yourself and your team with radios, radio protocol and incident command protocol will enable your NRG response team to run smoothly and work out issues before a major event through regular radio practice.
Setting Up A NRG Monthly Radio Test
Setting Up A NRG Monthly Radio Test
- The monthly radio test schedule is set up ahead of time and shared with all radio users.
- Calendar alerts/reminders go out a week before the test.
- Block Captains and Incident Command members take turns conducting the monthly tests using a script provided for the purpose.
- For example, the tests are conducted on the third Wednesday of the month at 8:00 PM and the host does not call on people who have notified the NRG Lead that they are unavailable for a particular test.
- The monthly radio test typically takes no more than 10-15 minutes to conduct.
- For assistance with the mechanics of setting up a regular radio test contact coordinator@nrgmarin.org
Buying radios
The recommended radio is the Midland GTX 1000 (aka Midland GXT1000VP4), 4 watt. Ask the NRG Coordinator if interested in making a larger purchase for a discount.
using radios
Radio workshop Resources
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NRG Radio Communications Training Presentation
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NRG RADIO TIPS
1. Use plain language and a calm tone 2. Hold radio vertical and talk across (not into) mic 3. Face towards CT so your body doesn’t block signal 4. If your emergency is more urgent than the call in progress, you can interrupt with “Break - Break” 5. Always pause before transmitting to give another station a chance to break in Only break in if absolutely necessary, as it is disruptive 6. DO NOT turn off your radio or turn down the volume. If it is distracting you during an emergency, hand radio to a team member. If you must turn off, first inform CT SENDING
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