Broadcast Technician how-to

How to Run an Emergency Alert System Test

EAS tests are required.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

EAS tests are required. In short: check; prepare; run, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Check the schedule.

  2. Prepare the equipment.

  3. Run the test.

  4. Verify it aired.

  5. Log it.

  6. Report issues.

Safety reminders for broadcast technicians

  • Follow RF safety at transmitters
  • Follow electrical safety
  • Use fall protection on towers
  • Follow FCC rules

Studio · Live broadcast · FCC · Rundown · On air · Master control: see the full broadcast technician glossary.

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