connected or used;
is fitted with a device which will protect the telecommunication system of which
it is a part or to which it is connected against electrical, electromagnetic or other
similar damage;
(d) makes efficient use of the radio spectrum where applicable; and
(e) is capable of interworking with other telecommunication equipment for the
purpose of establishing, modifying, charging for, holding or clearing real or
virtual connections.
15. Limitation, interruption, termination, etc., of service
(1) A licensee may not limit, interrupt or terminate the provision of any
telecommunication service unless—
(a) it is justified by essential requirements for the efficient provision of a
telecommunication network or service;
(b) he is so ordered by an authorized officer acting in terms of section 23 of the Act;
or
(c) it is justified on a commercial basis following the non-payment or other breach
of contract on the part of a subscriber.
(2) A licensee shall, before he limits, interrupts or terminates the provision of a
telecommunication service in terms of subregulation (1), give the subscriber concerned
at least 14 days notice in writing.
16. Interconnection disputes
Where a dispute arises in negotiations relating to a network interconnection, the
Authority shall, after hearing both parties in accordance with such procedures as it may
determine, decide on the matter.
PART III
Radio Stations, Radio Communication Equipment, Licences, etc. (regs 17-20)
17. Obligation not to hamper communication
(1) A licensee shall ensure that he does not, in providing his service or operating
his equipment, interfere with the frequency or operation of any other telecommunication
service or radio equipment.
(2) A licensee shall, where any interference referred to in subregulation (1)
occurs, take all steps necessary to eliminate the interference.
18. Tests
Subject to such directions as the Authority may issue, a licensee shall carry out
such routine tests as may be necessary for the proper maintenance of his station.
19. Installation maintenance and repair authorisation
(1) The installation, maintenance, and repair of radio communication
equipment—
(a) at a station where the power of the transmitter exceeds 500 watt DC input; or
(b) upon which the safety of life at sea or in the air depends,
shall not be undertaken other than by a person authorized in writing by the Authority.
(2) The Authority shall not authorize any person for the purposes of sub
regulation (1) unless he satisfies such minimum technical qualifications, professional
conduct and skills as the Authority may specify.
20. Distress signals
Radio stations shall comply with international regulations concerning distress
signals, such as the group ... --- ... (SOS) in radio telegraphy and the word “MAY DAY” in
radio telephony and priority shall be given to any other communication.
PART IV
Equipment Type Approval (regs 21-28)
21. Equipment type approval
(c)
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