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Explain that most radio problems are message problems, not equipment problems. Introduce the four core skills adapted from GRO practice.
Explain that most radio problems are message problems, not equipment problems. Introduce the four core skills adapted from GRO practice.


1.) Pacing (speed) Demonstrate the difference between:
'''A.) Pacing (speed)'''
 
Demonstrate the difference between:
* Talking at conversation speed
* Talking at conversation speed
* Talking at radio speed (slower, deliberate)  
* Talking at radio speed (slower, deliberate)  
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Key coaching point: ''"If someone is writing, you are probably talking too fast"''
Key coaching point: ''"If someone is writing, you are probably talking too fast"''


2.) Phonetics (Flexible, not formal)
'''B.) Phonetics (Flexible, not formal)'''


Explain: Phonetics simply means using words to make letters clear. There is no requirement to memorize a specific alphabet.
Explain: Phonetics simply means using words to make letters clear. There is no requirement to memorize a specific alphabet.
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* “J as in Jelly”
* “J as in Jelly”
* “B as in Boy”
* “B as in Boy”
* “M as in Mountain”<br />
* “M as in Mountain”
Encourage improvisation — clarity matters more than correctness.
 
Practice:
 
* Spell names, street names, or intersections using any clear phonetics
* Listener repeats back what they heard
 
'''C.) "I spell"'''
 
Introduce “I spell” as a listener-friendly cue. Example:
 
''“The street name is I spell: J as in Jelly, E as in Eagle, R as in Raspberry.”''
 
Practice:
 
* Have volunteers announce “I spell”
* Spell slowly
* Pause between letters
 
'''D.) Fills, Repeats, and Corrections'''
 
Explain that mistakes are normal. What matters is fixing them clearly. Useful techniques:
 
* “Correction…”
* “Say again from…”
* Repeating critical info twice (addresses, numbers)
 
Practice:
 
* Intentionally introduce a garbled message
* Ask the listener to request a fill
* Practice clean corrections without frustration


Provide the NATO phonetic alphabet (Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, etc.) and stress its importance when spelling out names, addresses, or codes over a noisy channel.
'''Step 4 – Numbers and Addresses:'''


'''Practice exercise:''' Have each member spell their last name phonetically. Then practice with addresses, street names, or team designators.
Review best practices:


'''Step 4 – Transmission Exercise:'''
* Speak numbers slowly
* Group long numbers
* Repeat addresses if important


Pair up participants with radios.
Example: ''"Address is one-two-three Pine Street. I repeat: one-two-three Pine Street."''


Provide each pair with a short scripted message to relay (e.g., “Requesting medical supplies at 123 Pine Street”).
Practice with:


Have them practice proper call-up, use of prowords, and phonetic spelling when needed.
* Addresses
* Block numbers
* Unit counts


Rotate scripts so participants adapt to new scenarios.
'''Step 5 – Paired Message Practice:'''


'''Step 5 – Group Drill:'''
Pair participants with radios. Give each pair short, realistic messages:


Set up a mock NET radio net with one person as '''Net Control'''. Assign others roles (Team Alpha, Team Bravo, Logistics, etc.). Practice a short scenario (e.g., small fire, blocked road, injured resident) where teams must report in using proper etiquette.
* Requesting supplies
* Reporting damage
* Checking in on status


'''Debrief Questions:'''
'''Debrief Questions:'''
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