Who is responsible for ensuring that no person is exposed to RF energy above the FCC exposure limits?

Under FCC rules, the station licensee bears the ultimate responsibility for the proper operation of their amateur station. This includes evaluating the station to ensure it complies with all safety regulations, including human exposure to RF electromagnetic fields. While the FCC sets the safety limits, they do not individually inspect every amateur station to guarantee compliance. It is up to you, the licensee, to perform the necessary calculations or measurements and establish boundaries so that neither your family nor your neighbors are overexposed. Relying on 'anyone near the antenna' or local zoning boards is incorrect, as they have neither the regulatory authority nor the technical knowledge to manage your station's RF emissions.