PART VII
RADIO FREQUENCY MANAGEMENT
Frequency management.
34.
(1) The Commission shall be responsible for managing the efficient and effective use
of radio frequency spectrum, including spectrum and orbital locations used by satellite
services, and in doing so shall (a)
after consultation with all major stakeholders including the sound and
television broadcasting industries in accordance with section 32 of the
Swaziland Communications Commission Act, recommend a national
frequency allocation plan which may be revised periodically, as necessary;
(b)
assign radio frequency spectrum or groups of radio frequency spectrum in
accordance with the national frequency plan and with publicly availably
national policies;
(c)
monitor the use of the radio frequency spectrum for purposes of eliminating
harmful interference, ensuring efficient usage, planning of radio frequency
spectrum allocation and radio frequency spectrum assignment, and for
making spectrum-occupancy related information available to the industry
and consumers;
(d)
in collaboration with the Minister, make and publicise decisions necessary
for the management and the use of the radio frequency spectrum;
(e)
in collaboration with the Minister, prescribe fees for the use of the radio
frequency spectrum;
(f)
in the allocation and assignment of radio frequency spectrum, give due
regard to the requirements of safety and emergency services;
(g)
where necessary, specify compatibility standards for the interoperability of
radio frequency equipment and ensure that the standards are adhered to; and
(h)
represent the country in international fora on matters regarding radio
frequency spectrum management.
(2) In carrying out the functions of the Commission under subsection (1), the
Commission shall take into account international agreements, treaties and conventions to
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