Green lighting on the bridge? Not so fast!
Do you have energy saving compact fluorescent lights (CFLs) on your bridge? The Coast Guard says you should consider removing them. The lights use an RF lighting device that has been known to cause interference on communications equipment. The FCC has recognized the interference problem and will now be requiring manufacturers to provide a warning statement on product packaging or instructions.
Here is the new warning out on CFL lights:
Electromagnetic Interference Statement (FCC requirement). The packaging may read, for example, “This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC rules. If interference occurs move this product away from the device or plug into a different outlet. This product may cause interference to radio equipment and should not be installed near maritime safety communications equipment or other critical navigation or communication equipment operating between 0.45-30MHz.”
Check out the full Safety Alert here:
