Technician exam question T0B11
Subelement T0, SAFETY· Group T0B
Which of the following establishes grounding requirements for an amateur radio tower or antenna?
- A.FCC Part 97 rules
- B.Local electrical codes (correct answer)
- C.FAA tower lighting regulations
- D.UL recommended practices
WhyLocal electrical codes establish grounding requirements for an amateur radio tower or antenna. Grounding requirements for a tower or antenna installation are set by local electrical codes, which vary by jurisdiction and govern how structures on a property must be grounded, answer B. FCC Part 97 (A) regulates amateur radio operation, not structural grounding, FAA lighting regulations (C) address aviation obstruction marking, and UL practices (D) are voluntary industry guidance, not a legal grounding requirement.
Published 2026-08-28 · Last updated 2026-08-28 · Question text is verbatim from the 2026-2030 NCVEC Element 2 pool (public domain); the explanation above is original writing, see our methodology.
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