Radio Station Inspection
Radio Station Inspection is an administrative process designed to ensure that a given radio station complies with the technical standards outlined in the international ITU Radio Regulations, as well as domestic laws and decrees. These inspections aim to safeguard users from illegal or malicious radio frequencies by proactively eliminating interferences.
To keep pace with the dynamically evolving communications environment, the KCA contributes to establishing a sustainable radio frequency management framework. This involves supporting the enhancement of radio frequency management regimes and related laws and regulations, particularly in the areas of radio station licensing and inspection.
The KCA is also dedicated to establishing a secure radio wave environment and alleviating any concerns about RF radiation. This involves disseminating information to the public and measuring the RF radiation strengths of radio stations, as mandated by the government.
The Radio Wave Technology Center is actively involved in the development and dissemination of new inspection methods for 5G mobile communications. Additionally, it serves as an accredited calibration lab (KS Q ISO/IEC 17025, accredited by KOLAS), conducting frequency calibration. The center further offers high-precision testing equipment and antenna chambers, supporting technological consulting in industry-academia research and development collaboration.
Radio station licensing and inspection process
Radio Management Office
- Submission of license application or filing a report.
- Review of eligibility
- License granted
Korea Communications Agency(KCA)
Types of Inspection
| Types | Legal Provision | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Completion Inspection | Article 24 (Inspections), Radio Waves Act | The first inspection of radio equipment and the posting of radio operators are conducted upon the completion of a radio facility by an authorized person. |
| Regular Inspections | Article 24 (Inspections), Radio Waves Act | Authorized radio stations undergo inspections at intervals of up to five years. |
| Inspection for Changes | Article 24 (Inspections), Radio Waves Act | Inspection to verify compliance with authorized changes to the radio station. |
| Occasional Inspections | Article 24 (Inspections), Radio Waves Act | Inspections are conducted when the Minister of Science and ICT acknowledges a special necessity to facilitate the efficient management or use of radio waves. |