How does it work?Spread across the counties the members are called out by the Controllers following a request from the emergency services.
Working in teams, the members will be directed to an incident.
Whenever possible 4X4 Response will work closely with RAYNET (Radio Amateurs Emergency Network) who provide communications between vehicles, the Controller and the User Service. Many members are licensed Radio Amateurs who’s vehicles are equipped with VHF/UHF dual band transceivers. Many other vehicles are equipped with special adapters ready to accept RAYNET long range radio equipment.
Upon arrival the members will work under the direction of the C.E.P.O. (County Emergency Planning Officer) or the Police for localised incidents or coastal flood alerts.