- Has only vague ideas of what should be accomplished while in the field.
- Does little preparation that is appropriate to the field tasks.
- Takes too much "stuff," most of which is unneeded or inappropriate.
- Trusts other people to provide guidance in the field tasks.
- Is not prepared to cope with difficulties or emergencies.
- Wastes time with tasks that are unnecessary or inappropriate.
- Leaves field data (notes, specimens, photos, etc.) at risk.
- Has little sense of a workflow that is appropriate for handling field data (notes, specimens, photos, etc.).
- Is able to generally assess the requirements of the field site as part of the planning process.
- Obtains maps and other location-specific information prior to leaving for the field site.
- Inadequately practices using methodologies and technology prior to arriving at the field site.
- Does not monitor time utilization well and may fail to complete key tasks.
- Makes some provision for protecting field data but does this inconsistently.
- Fails to obtain some key information while in the field.
- Is able to accomplish some basic tasks with self-motivation, but still relies on other people to provide the overall guidance.
- Has created some basic emergency strategies and is somewhat prepared to implement these.
- Creates and maintains checklists of supplies and equipment.
- Packs supplies and equipment in appropriate containers.
- Knows which critical equipment can be replaced in the field or carries appropriate redundancy.
- Is able to use all the methodologies and technology required and practices this before arriving at the field site.
- Generally completes the expected field studies within the time and resources allocated.
- Provides routine care so that field data (notes, specimens, photos, etc.) degradation or loss is minimized.
- Knows what tasks are to be accomplished and has the motivation and discipline to carry these out.
- Has prepared for a wide range of emergencies and maintains the needed information and resources.
- Generally depends on many locally available items rather than transporting these.
- Is able to adapt many local supplies and equipment to alternative uses.
- Uses standard methodologies and technology with great efficiency and is able to adapt and innovate while in the field.
- Actively finds new opportunities for study while completing the anticipated tasks.
- Creates an efficient and effective workflow that minimizes the possibility of field data (notes, specimens, photos, etc.) degradation or loss.
- Plans ahead so that emergency situations are generally avoided.
- Devotes considerable time to planning the field work so that everything is in place and ready when it is needed.
- Trains everyone so that they actively contribute to the overall goals of the field tasks.
- Is able to create a support network that functions efficiently. This may require training other people to provide key activities.
- Knows what resources are critical to efficient work and makes sure that these are always available.
- "Outsources" many of the logistics tasks so that time at the field site is focused on the primary objectives.
Please Note: The skills and behaviors for this topic are under development.
