Consider being a Net Control Operator
We could use some help with more of you participating as Net Control. We have a dedicated, yet small, group of members who reliably perform these duties every single week….
Being an Emergency Communicator requires discipline and practice. By practicing and perfecting your craft, the experience you gain will help you be cool, calm, and collected on the radio – whether you are communicating during an emergency, or a special event.
Sacramento County ARES offers these items listed as training. Some are for specific topics and others are for general use.
Please review the training available and feel free to participate.
Training Topics
Net Control Training – 101
There is no secret or magic to being Net Control. It just requires a little planning, some attention to detail, and plenty of practice. This video introduces the mechanics of…
Net Control Training – 102
Continuing with our series of Net Control training, here is a video discussing how to acknowledge the stations you hear checking in to the Net. Also included is some guidance…
Capability Qualifications
ARES Fundamentals
Typical Duties
This is the core competency for all ARES members.
Prerequisites
Must be 18 years of age or older Valid Technician class or higher Amateur Radio License Valid California Driver's License or California State-issued ID card Reliable...
Digital Communicator I
Typical Duties
A Digital Communicator I may be deployed to different types of locations - which can make no two assignments alike. You could be sent to a county radio room, public service events, or to real emergency incidents.
Assignments...
Digital Communicator II
Typical Duties
A Digital Communicator II may be deployed to different types of locations - which can make no two assignments alike. You could be sent to a county radio room, public service events, or to real emergency incidents.
Assignments...