RADIO "10" CODES

The following are the radio "10" codes to be employed during all radio transmissions. These codes streamline communication and enhance clarity during various operational scenarios.

General Radio Codes

10-0
X : Indicates a radio test.
10-1
Negative Copy : This code is used when the reception is poor or unclear.
10-2
Positive Copy : This indicates that the message is being received clearly.
10-3
Stop Transmitting : Use this code unless there is an emergency situation.
10-4
Message Received and Understood : Acknowledges receipt and comprehension of the message.
10-5
Relay Message : This code is used to instruct the receiver to relay a message to another party.
10-6
On Stand-by : This indicates that the party should remain on stand-by unless there is an emergency.
10-7
Out of Service : Indicates that a unit is off the air or otherwise unavailable.
10-9
Repeat Message : The receiver requests the previous message to be repeated for clarity.
10-10
Go to… : This code is followed by a location to which the unit should proceed.
10-12
: Details not provided.
10-19
Return to (location) : Instructs a unit to return to a specified location.
10-20
Your / My Location : Used to indicate the current location of the person communicating.
10-21
Telephone : This code may denote instructions related to telephone communication.
20-23
On Scene : Indicates that the unit has arrived at the incident location.
10-30
Illegal Transmission : This code signals that there is unauthorized communication happening.
10-35
Cash Escort : Used for a mission or operation involving cash transport with security.
10-50 Motor Vehicle Accident :
- (F) : Fatality
- (PI) : Injury
- (PD) : Personal Damage
10-52
Request an Ambulance : A formal request for medical assistance via ambulance.
10-61
Undesirable : Refers to a person who is considered a potential threat or is unwanted in a situation.
10-76
Enroute to … : Indicates that a unit is en route to a specified location.
10-77
Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) : Used to inform about the expected time of arrival at a location.
10-100
Request Police at…. : This code is used to call for police presence at a specified location.

EMERGENCY "10" CODES

10-32
Officer Down : This urgent code indicates that an officer is down and requires immediate assistance.
10-33
Emergency Status : This communicates the nature of a current emergency situation.
10-99
Bomb Threat : This code indicates an immediate need to stop all radio transmission due to a bomb threat.