CERT Handout 01 — JTXMesh Quickstart

Goal

Send and receive essential messages when cellular/Internet are unavailable.

Minimum Setup

1. Power on node
2. Join Primary channel
3. Confirm Emergency channel exists
4. Send a short test message on Primary

Message Discipline

• Keep messages short
• Avoid repeated “pings”
• Do not transmit rumors

Priority Messages

1. Life safety
2. Welfare check (OK / NOT OK)
3. Infrastructure status
4. Logistics/coordination

Suggested Message Format

[TYPE] [AREA] [TIME] [DETAILS] - Example: [STATUS] Justin West 19:42 Power out, roads clear