12.14.1. Equipment Handling

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the purpose of using waterproof cases for survey equipment?

   Hint

   Think about how moisture can affect electronics.

2. 2.

   What should you do before starting a new surveying project?

   Hint

   Why is calibration important for accuracy?

3. 3.

   Why is it important to protect surveying equipment from dust?

   • It clogs lenses and moving parts
   • It's just good practice
   • It’s not a big issue

   Hint

   Think about how dust could affect visibility.

4. 4.

   True or False: Calibration is unnecessary if the equipment was functioning properly last time.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Why is constant calibration important in different environments?

5. 5.

   You are conducting a field survey, and the weather suddenly turns bad. Describe how you would manage your equipment and the data collected during this time.

   Hint

   Prioritize protecting electronic devices from moisture.

6. 6.

   A colleague suggests that calibration of Total Station can be skipped if it's been functioning well. Debunk this myth with proper reasoning.

   Hint

   Think of how temperature and humidity might affect readings.