Subject: Why the caste system? was: NCVEC files license restructuring
From: Mike Coslo
Date: 3/19/2004 6:58 AM Central Standard Time
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N2EY wrote:
In article , Mike Coslo writes:
Now that the element 1 requirement is likely to go away, why do NCVEC,
ARRL, and even Hans' proposals simply set up a new caste system? There
is nothing wrong with levels of certification, but they should make some
sense.
Mike,

There are two reasons for low power/limited privileges for the entry level
license:

1) To simplify the tests needed for the entry-level license (if you can't
run
more than X watts, or are not allowed on a certain band, you don't need to
be
tested on it)

Sure, but I'm not even close to convinced that any tests need or should

be simplified. I wonder if anyone can provide evidence that the those
giving the tests are being overburdened?

What I am wondering is why everyone wants to set these power levels low to
avoid testing on questions about SAFETY!

We're talking about requiring some knowledge that might prevent the person
from hurting himself or others. Why are we so anxious to avoid them..?!?!

73

Steve, K4YZ