FCC Rules and Regulations

Breaking one of these rules will get you in trouble with KPSU and the FCC, and could lead to legal problems for you, KPSU, and KBPS. These rules do not exist for the purpose of annoying you; rather, it is because KPSU is liable to KBPS, and KBPS is required to operate under FCC regulations. KPSU cannot afford to pay the huge fines that the FCC levies on stations that violate its policies. One simple slip-up by any on-air person, and we could lose our entire yearly budget, or even worse, our license.

KPSU announcers are reviewed every term by the Program Director, the Station Manager, and the Executive Committee. KPSU maintains a "three strikes, you’re out" policy, which is strictly enforced. Here is a list of some of the more common danger areas that on-air personnel can find themselves if they are not careful.