If you want to get anywhere on CB, you have to be prepared to talk trucker talk, and that can mean learning a lot of rules of conduct. Learning CB lingo and radio code is a critical first step to effective communication.The most important rule of conduct when using a is don’t take up more airtime than you have to on a crowded channel.
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Police 10 Codes are signals used by police officers, law enforcement officials, and government agencies to talk in two-way radio communications. The codes are numbers that correspond to words, phrases, and messages that are frequently used in law enforcement work.
CB 10-codes and Q-codes give you the power to say a lot in the limited space available. Use them wisely, and you'll not only communicate effectively but you'll also gain the respect of your peers.Learning a few simple rules will help you figure out how to get your codes in edgewise so you’re making friends and not enemies over the airwaves.Before we dive in, let’s have a little fun with CB lingo!Trucker SlangCB TerminologyMeaning or TranslationAffirmativeYesAll locked upThe weigh station is closed.AnteaterKenworth T-600; this truck was so-named because of its sloped hood, and was one of the first trucks with an aerodynamic design. Also known as an aardvark.AlligatorA piece of tire on the road, usually a recap from a blown tire, which can look like an alligator lying on the road. These alligators are hazards which are to be avoided, if possible. If you run over them, they can 'bite you' - bounce back up and do damage to hoses or belts, fuel crossover lines, or to the body of your tractor.
They can also bounce up and go towards another vehicle, possibly causing an accident. A baby alligator is a small piece of tire, and alligator bait is several small tire pieces. Sometimes called just a 'gator'.Back doorSomething behind you.
'There's a bear at your back door'.Back it downSlow down.Backed out of itNo longer able to maintain speed, necessitating a need to downshift. When a truck's climbing a steep incline, and for whatever reason, the driver has to let up off of the accelerator, he'll lose whatever momentum he had and have to downshift. 'I'm backed out of it now, I'll have to get over into the slow lane.' Get a Grip on 10 Codes Used in CB Lingo & Radio CodeThe Most Commonly Used 10 CodesWhen getting started, remember at least the following 10 codes:. 10-1 Receiving Poorly.
10-4 Ok, Message Received. 10-7 Out of Service, Leaving Air (you're going off the air). 10-8 In Service, subject to call (you're back on the air). 10-9 Repeat Message. 10-10 Transmission Completed, Standing By (you'll be listening). 10-20 'What's your location?' Or 'My location is.'
Commonly asked as 'What's your 20?' And maybe also this code. 10-100 Need to go to Bathroom. Also, remember that the code 10-4 only means 'message received'. If you want to say 'yes', use 'affirmative'. For 'no', use 'negative' or “negatory”.The Complete List of CB 10 codes.
10-1 Receiving Poorly. 10-2 Receiving Well. 10-3 Stop Transmitting. 10-4 Ok, Message Received. 10-5 Relay Message. 10-6 Busy, Stand By. 10-7 Out of Service, Leaving Air.
10-8 In Service, subject to call. 10-9 Repeat Message. 10-10 Transmission Completed, Standing By. 10-11 Talking too Rapidly. 10-12 Visitors Present. 10-13 Advise weather/road conditions. 10-16 Make Pickup at.
10-17 Urgent Business. 10-18 Anything for us?. 10-19 Nothing for you, return to base.
10-20 My Location is.