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 Functions Of FAB as taken over according to section 42 Pakistan Telecom Re-organization Act 1996 (Ammended in 2006)
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To assign frequencies in Pakistan and in areas controlled by authorities in Pakistan
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To coordinate assignment of frequencies with other boards when the frequencies are required for channels working to places outside Pakistan or where interference to channels operated by other authorities is likely to occur.
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To take such action as is considered necessary to ensure the correct observation of the provisions of the international radio communication regulations with particular reference to frequency tolerances, band width of emissions.
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To investigate all complaints of interference and take appropriate action to effect the clearance thereof.
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To advise government on any proposal to establish new wireless services and their operation.
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To advise the departments on standardization and use of equipment where possible.
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To compile and keep up to date list of all frequency assignments made
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To maintain liaison with other boards and committees for the purpose of maintaining as complete record as possible of frequency assignments throughout the world.
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To coordinate the defence department, and civil wireless system and advise on all matters of common interest with particular regard to the networks as they may affect one another. |
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To advise on regulating such technical and traffic matter as affect the radio networks as a whole in Pakistan. |
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To prepare and keep constantly under review plans for the utilization of the defence department and civil wireless system in the disposal of urgent traffic during an emergency or breakdown of any line of telecommunication system. |
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To control the siting of all new fixed wireless stations in Pakistan. |
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To scrutinise all applications for wireless transmitting licences and advise the director general for posts and telegraphs thereon. |
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To advise the government on pooling of resources in men and material during a national emergency. |
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To undertake any other duties assigned by the Pakistan Government. |
