Course Overview
This practical training course provides essential skills for effective two-way radio communication during emergencies. Participants will learn how to operate radios correctly, relay information clearly, and manage radio traffic efficiently. This course aligns with NZQA Unit Standard 4573 – Communicate in the outdoors using two-way radio, ensuring participants gain Civil Defence Emergency Management recognised skills.
What You Will Learn
- ✅ Set up and use radio to obtain best coverage and reception.
- ✅ Select channel or frequency according to the requirements and urgency of the message.
- ✅ Correct two-way radio operation for emergency scenarios.
- ✅ How to relay critical information concisely and clearly.
- ✅ Send and receive messages using radio protocol.
- ✅ Communicate and/or relay messages under difficult conditions with the required detail, and acknowledge communication.
- ✅ Radio traffic management to ensure effective communication flow.
- ✅ Best practices for emergency communications and incident coordination.
- ✅ NZQA-aligned certification and compliance.
Other
- Duration: 1-day training (5-6 hours).
- Certification: NZQA unit standard registration available.
- Location: On-site or designated training facility.
- Basic understanding of emergency response procedures is recommended but not required.
Who This Course is For
- Civil Defence Emergency Management groups.
- Councils.
- Emergency services.
- Community groups.
- Volunteer groups.
- Maraes and iwi organisations.
- Schools.
- Businesses and other organisations relying on radio communications.
