Using even the simplest of radio setups and antennas, amateurs communicate with each other for fun, during emergencies, and even in contests. They handle messages for police and other public service organizations during all kinds of emergencies including:

Volunteer Program Requirements
Volunteer Position Application Volunteer
Orientation		 Written
Exam		 Physical Ability Program
Interview		 Background
Investigation		 Wellness/Medical
Physical Exam		 EVAP
Training
Volunteer Firefighter yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes
Tender Operator yes yes yes no yes yes yes yes
Air Support 9 yes yes yes no yes yes yes yes
Public Education yes yes yes no yes yes yes no
Photographer yes yes yes no yes yes yes no
Ham Radio Operator yes yes yes no yes yes yes no
Home Inspection yes yes yes no yes yes yes no
Chaplains Program yes yes yes no yes yes yes no