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EME_Report_AppleComputerNCAP002456.09.28.2020.rev1Compliance Statement Based on information provided by Verizon Wireless, field measurements and predictive modeling, the Apple Computer NCA-P-002456 installation by Verizon Wireless is compliant with Radiofrequency Radiation Exposure Limits of 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.1307(b)(3) and 1.1310 based on the proper mitigation being in place. On- site measurements collected by Verizon Wireless contractors were found to be below 100% of the FCC General Population Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) limits in areas where mitigation is not in place which is supportive of Waterford’s worst-case predictive analysis. Therefore, the operations at this location in unmitigated areas will not expose members of the General Public to hazardous levels of RF energy at ground level or in adjacent buildings. Certification I, David H. Kiser, am the reviewer and approver of this report and am fully aware of and familiar with the Rules and Regulations of both the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) with regard to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation, specifically in accordance with FCC’s OET Bulletin 65. I have reviewed this Radio Frequency Exposure Assessment report and believe it to be both true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. General Summary The compliance framework is derived from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and Regulations for preventing human exposure in excess of the applicable Maximum Permissible Exposure (“MPE”) limits. At any location at this site, the power density resulting from each transmitter may be expressed as a percentage of the frequency-specific limits and added to determine if 100% of the exposure limit has been exceeded. The FCC Rules define two tiers of permissible exposure differentiated by the situation in which the exposure takes place and/or the status of the individuals who are subject to exposure. General Population / Uncontrolled exposure limits apply to those situations in which persons may not be aware of the presence of electromagnetic energy, where exposure is not employment-related, or where persons cannot exercise control over their exposure. Occupational / Controlled exposure limits apply to situations in which persons are exposed as a consequence of their employment, have been made fully aware of the potential for exposure, and can exercise control over their exposure. Based on the criteria for these classifications, the FCC General Population limit is considered to be a level that is safe for continuous exposure time. The FCC General Population limit is 5 times more restrictive than the Occupational limits. Radio Frequency Emissions Compliance Report For Verizon Wireless Site Name: Apple Computer NCA-P- 002456 Site Structure Type: Rooftop Address: 2 Infinite Loop Latitude: 37.332442 Cupertino, CA 95014 Longitude: -122.030238 Report Date: September 28, 2020 Project: Modification Apple Computer NCA-P-002456 Modification 09.28.2020 Page 2 7430 New Technology Way, Suite 150 Frederick, Maryland 21703 (703) 596-1022 Phone www.waterfordconsultants.com Table 1: FCC Limits Frequency (MHz) Limits for General Population/ Uncontrolled Exposure Limits for Occupational/ Controlled Exposure Power Density (mW/cm2) Averaging Time (minutes) Power Density (mW/cm2) Averaging Time (minutes) 30-300 0.2 30 1 6 300-1500 f/1500 30 f/300 6 1500-100,000 1.0 30 5.0 6 f=Frequency (MHz) In situations where the predicted MPE exceeds the General Population threshold in an accessible area as a result of emissions from multiple transmitters, FCC licensees that contribute greater than 5% of the aggregate MPE share responsibility for mitigation. Based on the computational guidelines set forth in FCC OET Bulletin 65, Waterford Consultants, LLC has developed software to predict the overall Maximum Permissible Exposure possible at any location given the spatial orientation and operating parameters of multiple RF sources. The power density in the Far Field of an RF source is specified by OET-65 Equation 5 as follows: != !"#$ %⋅'⋅#! (mW/cm() where EIRP is the Effective Radiated Power relative to an isotropic antenna and R is the distance between the antenna and point of study. Additionally, consideration is given to the manufacturers’ horizontal and vertical antenna patterns as well as radiation reflection. At any location, the predicted power density in the Far Field is the spatial average of points within a 0 to 6-foot vertical profile that a person would occupy. Near field power density is based on OET-65 Equation 20 stated as !=*180 .)* /⋅100 ⋅1+, 2 ⋅3 ⋅ℎ (mW/cm() where Pin is the power input to the antenna, qBW is the horizontal pattern beamwidth and h is the aperture length. These theoretical results represent worst-case predictions as all RF emitters are assumed to be operating at 100% duty cycle. For any area in excess of 100% General Population MPE, access controls with appropriate RF alerting signage must be put in place and maintained to restrict access to authorized personnel. Signage must be posted to be visible upon approach from any direction to provide notification of potential conditions within these areas. Subject to other site security requirements, occupational personnel should be trained in RF safety and equipped with personal protective equipment (e.g. RF personal monitor) designed for safe work in the vicinity of RF emitters. Controls such as physical barriers to entry imposed by locked doors, hatches and ladders or other access control mechanisms may be supplemented by alarms that alert the individual and notify site management of a breach in access control. Waterford Consultants, LLC recommends that any work activity in these designated areas or in front of any transmitting antennas be coordinated with all wireless tenants. Apple Computer NCA-P-002456 Modification 09.28.2020 Page 3 7430 New Technology Way, Suite 150 Frederick, Maryland 21703 (703) 596-1022 Phone www.waterfordconsultants.com Analysis Verizon Wireless has installed the following at this location: • This wireless telecommunication facility is located on a building rooftop. • The antennas are mounted on short poles attached and connected to the equipment via coaxial cables. Antenna operating parameters are listed in Appendix A. Measurement results from the site survey are listed in Appendix B. Other appurtenances such as GPS antennas, RRUs and hybrid cable below the antennas are not sources of RF emissions. Panel antennas have been installed at this site by other wireless operators. While the ERP for equipment controlled by another operator is not known, the contribution to existing RF levels at this site by any existing operator is represented in the survey results. Operating parameters for these antennas considered in this analysis are also listed in Appendix A. Figure 1: Antenna Locations Power density decreases significantly with distance from any antenna. The panel-type antennas to be employed at this site are highly directional by design and the orientation in azimuth and mounting elevation, as documented, serves to reduce the potential to exceed MPE limits at any location other than directly in front of the antennas. As shown in Appendix B, measurements collected at accessible areas were found to be below the FCC General Population limits. Verizon Wireless’ contractors used a broadband probe that provides cumulative exposure readings that consider all RF Sources. Apple Computer NCA-P-002456 Modification 09.28.2020 Page 4 7430 New Technology Way, Suite 150 Frederick, Maryland 21703 (703) 596-1022 Phone www.waterfordconsultants.com To account for accessible areas near the antennas, RF alerting signs and indicative markings (paint) have been posted as depicted in Figure 2. Any work activity in front of transmitting antennas should be coordinated with Verizon Wireless Figure 2: Mitigation Measures Apple Computer NCA-P-002456 Modification 09.28.2020 Page 5 7430 New Technology Way, Suite 150 Frederick, Maryland 21703 (703) 596-1022 Phone www.waterfordconsultants.com Appendix A: Operating Parameters Considered in this Analysis Antenna #: Carrier: Manufacturer Pattern: Band: Mech Az (deg): Mech DT (deg): H BW (deg): Length (ft): TPO (W): Channels: Loss (dB): Gain (dBd): ERP (W): EIRP (W): Rad Center (ft): 1 Verizon COMMSCOPE LNX-6512DS-VTM 00DT 850 110 0 65 4 237.7 1 0 12.961 4701 7712 71.1 2 Verizon COMMSCOPE SBNHH-1D65A 00DT 700 110 0 66 4.6 295.8 1 0 11.21 3909 6413 71.1 2 Verizon COMMSCOPE SBNHH-1D65A 00DT 1900 110 0 65 4.6 289.8 1 0 14.7 8554 14034 71.1 2 Verizon COMMSCOPE SBNHH-1D65A 00DT 2100 110 0 62 4.6 304.2 1 0 14.7 8978 14729 71.1 3 Verizon POWERWAVE P65-15-XLH-RR 00DT 850 210 0 64 4.3 283.2 1 0 12.35 4865 7981 71.1 4 Verizon COMMSCOPE SBNHH-1D65A 00DT 700 210 0 66 4.6 281.8 1 0 11.21 3724 6110 71.1 4 Verizon COMMSCOPE SBNHH-1D65A 00DT 1900 210 0 65 4.6 292.5 1 0 14.7 8633 14163 71.1 4 Verizon COMMSCOPE SBNHH-1D65A 00DT 2100 210 0 62 4.6 310.6 1 0 14.7 9166 15038 71.1 5 Verizon COMMSCOPE LNX-6512DS-VTM 00DT 850 335 0 65 4 242.2 1 0 12.961 4789 7857 71.1 6 Verizon COMMSCOPE SBNHH-1D65A 00DT 700 335 0 66 4.6 295.8 1 0 11.21 3909 6413 71.1 6 Verizon COMMSCOPE SBNHH-1D65A 00DT 1900 335 0 65 4.6 291.8 1 0 14.7 8613 14130 71.1 6 Verizon COMMSCOPE SBNHH-1D65A 00DT 2100 335 0 62 4.6 300.7 1 0 14.7 8875 14560 71.1 7 T-Mobile AMPHENOL HEX336CW0000x-T00 1900 90 0 33 6.1 35.5 2 0 16.4 3099 5084 67.2 7 T-Mobile AMPHENOL HEX336CW0000x-T00 2100 90 0 34 6.1 30.2 2 0 16.7 2826 4636 67.2 8 T-Mobile AMPHENOL HEX336CW0000x-T00 1900 270 0 33 6.1 35.5 2 0 16.4 3099 5084 67.2 8 T-Mobile AMPHENOL HEX336CW0000x-T00 2100 270 0 34 6.1 30.2 2 0 16.7 2826 4636 67.2 Apple Computer NCA-P-002456 Modification 09.28.2020 Page 6 7430 New Technology Way, Suite 150 Frederick, Maryland 21703 (703) 596-1022 Phone www.waterfordconsultants.com Appendix B: Post Activation On-Site Measurements Summary (Dtech Communications, LLC) MPE results represented as percentage of the FCC Occupational limits Survey Date: 10/12/18