These methods include plastic boards with markers and clipboards housed in plastic bags. Fortunately with the advent of all-weather paper and notebooks much of the hassle of protecting field documentation has been removed. Standard forms can be pre-produced on a paper designed for outdoor use. Personnel can be equipped with all-weather notebooks. Training that stresses the importance of precise documentation and document protection can go a long way in saving money, preventing litigation, and improving the overall effectiveness of field operations.
Poor documentation is a universally recognized pitfall.