There can be a number of considerations you need to take into account when choosing and ultimately using RF for control and general data communications. This varies from region to region
I recently went through this with one of our customers and as far as FCC goes it can be tricky. For ASK/OOK type modulation there is no way a manufacturer can guarantee compliance as it is the end application that will dictate conformance.
This can be relative not only to power output levels but in the case of FCC, duty cycle of data stream within a 100mS averaging window. There are also tight restriction on harmonics.
For FCC for instance you will need to match your application to the particular paragraph(15.231a-e) appropriate for you (not always easy!), see here for example. (Note that there are other relevant sections besides 15.231 you need to look at too)
This app note from Linx Technologies provides a helpful flowchart if you are dealing with FCC part 15
Here are a bunch of links that may assist you, but if you need more help, please contact us here at GorillaBuilderz.
Using 433 MHz for Wireless Connectivity in the Internet of Things
Data and Bidirectional Transmissions under Part 15.231
Application of 315-MHz Short Range Devices Under FCC Regulations
SRD regulations for licence free transceiver operation
GorillaBuilderz are building up our stock with regards to RF transceivers and associated development platforms such as the out of the box Moteino and easy to use library by our good friend Felix from LowPowerLab
You will need access to either a good testing house, armed with the above knowledge or access to a spectrum analyser.
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