How does the SARL protect the Ham in matters of interference and EMC?
The SARL plays an active role in the S.A.Bureau of Standards activities. An EMC committee under the authority of the council analyses proposed legislation and through their representatives on the SABS technical committee helps shape new regulations in a manner which protects radio Hams. Without this participation legislation would be passed that permits much higher levels of emissions from computers and other equipment. The committee also negotiates with the Regulator to ensure that the interests of Hams are protected. In a recent case, the SARL succeeded in having the Regulator overturn one of its own decisions which would have had a detrimental effect on the use of transmitting equipment in residential areas.
