Radio Communication Course for Guards 2026

This course is for security guards who use two-way radios on shift. It covers how radios work, how to make a clear call, standard procedure words, the phonetic alphabet and numbers, emergency messages and keeping private information off the air.

Corso
Canada
25 domande
Verificato: 11 ottobre 2026

In breve

Questo corso gratuito ha circa 15 minuti di lezioni e un test di 25 domande. Con l’80% o più puoi scaricare un attestato di completamento (privato, non accreditato). Verificato sulle fonti ufficiali in data 11 ottobre 2026.

Inizia dalle lezioniRadio Communication Course: Lessons: circa 15 minuti di lettura. Ogni domanda del test è trattata nelle lezioni.

Cosa imparerai

Prepare and check a radio at the start of a shift
Make a clear, short call using the standard call format
Use standard procedure words and avoid slang
Spell names and plates with the phonetic alphabet
Give an emergency message in a clear order
Keep personal information off the radio

Ottieni almeno l’80% per scaricare il tuo attestato.

Cosa sapere prima del test

In Canada, all radio equipment needs a radio authorization under the Radiocommunication Act unless it is exempt. Certified Family Radio Service handhelds are an example of licence-exempt radios.
Federal radio operator guidance says to listen before transmitting so you do not interfere with a message already in progress.
The same guidance lists “over” as an invitation to reply and “out” as the end of the conversation, and says slang such as “ten-four” and “over and out” should not be used.
A station with a distress, urgency or safety message may interrupt a less important transmission already in progress.
Alberta’s distracted driving law allows two-way radio use while driving only in some listed situations, such as escorting oversized vehicles or search and rescue.

Domande frequenti

Do security guards need a radio licence in Canada?

Radios need a radio authorization under the Radiocommunication Act unless they are exempt. Business radio systems are normally licensed by the employer, and guards use the channels they are assigned.

Should I use 10-codes on the radio?

Only if your site requires them. Codes differ between companies and can confuse people, so plain language is usually clearer, especially in an emergency.

Why not say “over and out”?

“Over” asks for a reply and “out” ends the conversation, so using both makes no sense. Say “out” when you are finished.

Can other people hear my radio calls?

Assume they can. Radio channels are shared, so keep names, health details and other personal information off the air when you can.

L’attestato è accreditato o riconosciuto ufficialmente?

No. È un attestato di completamento privato, solo per le tue conoscenze. Non è riconosciuto, accreditato né approvato da alcun governo, ente di rilascio delle licenze, autorità di regolamentazione o istituto di istruzione e non sostituisce alcuna licenza, certificazione o formazione richiesta dalla legge.