Radio Communications

 Communications is responsible for, or facilitates the following:

• Coordinating authorized Aux activities in support of USCG Operations
  
• Augmenting the USCG communications system, when required
  
• Communicating urgent matters of official Auxiliary business 
• Assisting national resources in time of disaster
  
• Training & qualifying Aux telecommunications operators and watchstanders
• Assisting the Director of Auxiliary (DIRAUX) in inspecting and qualifying Aux radio facilities

 Useful links for communicators:

• 7004 form: Radio Facility Inspection and Offer For Use
• Listing of U.S. VHF and NOAA Weather channels
• District 11SR Communications Job Aids
• Auxiliary Operations Policy Manual