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Date Prepared: Dec 6, 2022
Updated: Aug 06, 2024
Prepared by: Lee Stone
Version: 1.0d
To qualify for renewal of, or a new GA ARES Name Badge, the following requirements must be completed:
IS-100c – Introduction to the Incident Command System (or current course number)
IS-700b – An Introduction to the National Incident Management System (or current course number)
Basic EmComm (ARRL courses) Information about the courses is HERE.
Intermediate EmComm (ARRL courses) Information about the courses is HERE.
Successful background check. Obtaining a Georgia Weapons Carry License provides evidence of completed background check. Other background check options are TSA Pre-Check.
Serve as Net Control Station for local ARES group at least twice in the prior 6 months. Verified by group Net Control Manager or Emergency Coordinator.
Pay $20 badge fee. Badge is valid until the renewal date of the operator’s current license.
Send an appropriate photo. Make sure to allow enough space above and on each side of your head. Use a current photo ID as an example. Do not crop the image. Cropping and sizing will be done when the template is made.
Send copies of training certificates, background check information, and photo to:
membership@gaares.org
Payment options will be provided after all requirements are approved.
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