Field Site Kit

Field researchers must assemble a field-site kit with materials appropriate to the location and nature of field activities. A list of items in the kit should be part of the Field Safety Plan, and the contents of the kit must be checked for completeness, functionality, and compliance prior to departure on every trip.

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Required Items

• The Field Safety Plan with emergency procedures and protocols
• Information on Institutional Insurance Policies
• Insurance information for vehicles and personnel
• Any required permits including TTU permits and permits from local enforcement agencies
• Appropriate communication equipment (e.g., radio, cell, or satellite phone)
• Appropriate PPE (safety glasses/goggles, gloves, hard hat, sturdy work boots, etc.)
• First aid kit of adequate size for the group and location of field site(s). Customize your kit for your destination, tasks, group size and level of training. Pack extra gloves.
• At least two field participants must be trained in first aid and CPR

Suggested Items

• Insect repellent (DEET 30-50%)
• Sunscreen (at least SPF 30), sun hat (three to seven-inch brim), long sleeves, and\or other SPF blockers 
• Spare clothes, including jackets, hats, and blankets for cold climates
• Flashlight or headlamp 
• Map, compass, GPS
• Extra food/snacks
• Matches or fire starter
• Signal/mirror, whistle
• Knife or multi-tool
• Duct tape 
• Extra batteries
• Other equipment specific to the educational and/or research mission of the trip