Is it harmful (radio frequency)?
No. All smart meters used by the City of Kings Mountain comply fully with established RF safety standards established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). It's significantly below levels produced by other common household devices such as cell phones, baby monitors, microwaves, etc.

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1. What is a "smart meter"?
2. Is it harmful (radio frequency)?
3. Does it cost me to participate?
4. Am I in the Smart Meter Pilot Program?
5. Does this invade my privacy?
6. Can anyone else see my consumption?
7. Can a smart meter help me reduce my utility cost?
8. Do I have to participate in the Smart Meter Program?
9. Why a pilot program versus full deployment?
10. Which utilities are part of the Smart Meter Program?
11. Whom do I call if I have questions with my consumer portal?
12. Is there a user's guide available for customers?
13. How do I provide feedback about the Smart Meter Pilot Program?
14. Having trouble navigating the portal site?