Planning & preparing for field tests
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Heading out into the field to collect data without a solid plan is like setting sail without a map or compass — you might gather something, but it's unlikely to be exactly what you need, and you could waste a lot of time and resources in the process. Effective field testing, the kind that yields high-quality, usable data, always begins with meticulous planning and thorough preparation. This section is your guide to getting it right before you even touch a piece of equipment.
We'll walk through the key considerations, starting with clearly defining the objectives of your testing program. Are you gathering data for a general model calibration, a specific fire flow assessment for a new development, or perhaps to validate pressure zone boundaries? Your objectives will dictate everything else.
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