Survey Data Management Checklist

Daily Pre-Survey Tasks

Format and clear data collectors

Check storage capacity on all devices

Test backup batteries

Field Data Collection

Create new project folder with date and job number

Record weather conditions and any site constraints

Document control points and benchmarks used

Take site photos with georeferencing

Data Verification

Check point closures and accuracy

Review coding consistency

Verify coordinate system and units

Backup Procedures

Copy raw data to field laptop

Upload to cloud storage (when connection available)

Create backup copy on external drive

File Organization

Required Folder Structure:
└── PROJECT_ID_DATE/
    ├── RAW_DATA/
    │   ├── GPS/
    │   ├── TOTAL_STATION/
    │   └── PHOTOS/
    ├── FIELD_NOTES/
    ├── PROCESSED/
    └── QC/

Create standard folder structure

Follow file naming conventions

Document any deviations from standard structure

Quality Control

Complete field QC checklist

Review data completeness

Verify metadata accuracy