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Chapter 4: Radio Site Survey 13
CHAPTER 4: RADIO SITE SURVEY
INTRODUCTION TO A RADIO SITE SURVEY
Radio sites (repeaters, base stations, etc.) can be located in remote locations and require extensive
travel to visit. Remote radio sites could require helicopter transportation, be motor vehicle accessible,
or even require travel by horseback in order to reach them. Typically when visiting these sites it is a
good idea to perform a site survey to document and inspect the site for possible damage (weather
related, vandalism, wildlife), and general maintenance of the site. Radio sites that are not remote can
also benefi t greatly from a site survey.
A site survey is a valuable tool in the preventative maintenance of the radio site. Documenting site
condition, inventory and radio system operation on each visit can highlight action that is needed and
allows the technician to prepare for subsequent visits.
While every site is different and many organizations may have their own procedures for site surveys,
this chapter can be used as a general outline for a radio site survey.
Daniels Radio Site Checklist and Inventory
A Daniels Radio Site Checklist and a Daniels Radio Site Inventory is included in Chapter 7 of this
Maintenance Guide. It is recommended that the checklist and inventory be fi lled out each time the
radio site is visited.
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