A required weekly test (RWT) must be sent in the same week as which other test?

The required weekly test (RWT) must be sent in the same week as the required monthly test (RMT). This is due to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) which stipulate that certain tests must be conducted to ensure the effectiveness of emergency broadcasting systems.

The RWT is designed to evaluate the readiness of the broadcast station in transmitting emergency messages. The timing of the RWT is closely aligned with the RMT so that both tests can effectively assess the performance and reliability of the alert system during various intervals.

In contrast, quarterly tests, voluntary tests, and emergency broadcast tests have different time frames and purposes, not requiring the same week alignment as the required weekly and monthly tests. The RMT has its own frequency schedule but ties closely to the RWT by design to maintain compliance with the operational standards for emergency alerts and communication readiness.