EMROGEmergency Management Radio Operators GroupFort Bend County |
EMROG’s support to the EOC [pdf]
- 1. Weekly and Monthly Radio Checks
- • Participate in scheduled weekly radio checks with the EOC.
• Conduct a more detailed monthly net to verify coverage, audio quality, and procedures with all active EMROG members. - 2. Internal Radio and Equipment Function Checks
- • Perform regular internal checks on EMROG radios, batteries, antennas, and ancillary equipment.
• Perform regular internal checks on our handheld radio bank
• Document any equipment issues, needed repairs, or replacements, and report them back to the EOC Communications Lead.
- 3. Quarterly EMROG Van Operational Runs
- • Conduct quarterly EMROG communications van runs throughout the county.
• On each run, verify communications from at least five pre-identified test points back to the EOC “home base.”
• Capture signal strength, coverage notes, and any access or location issues encountered during these runs. - 4. AM Radio Trailer “Roadrunner” Monthly Checks
- • Perform a full monthly operational check on the AM Radio “Roadrunner” trailers.
• Confirm power-up, transmission capability, audio quality, and basic mechanical status (tires, lights, etc., as applicable).
• Complete and submit the designated Roadrunner monthly check form for EOC documentation. - 5. Support to Repeater Projects and Upgrades
- • Assist HSEM with the ongoing repeater project and any future upgrades (site checks, basic equipment checks, coverage testing, and on-air verification).
• Provide feedback on coverage, dead spots, and operational performance to support system improvements and resiliency.
49 Repeater Range
