Which of the following is an important safety procedure for scientists working in a natural environment?

Responses

Inform someone of your location and expected return time, and carry appropriate safety and emergency equipment.
Inform someone of your location and expected return time, and carry appropriate safety and emergency equipment.

Leave all gear behind to travel light.
Leave all gear behind to travel light.

Ignore weather conditions as they have no impact on fieldwork.
Ignore weather conditions as they have no impact on fieldwork.

Always work alone to minimize disruptions.

1 answer

The important safety procedure for scientists working in a natural environment is to:

Inform someone of your location and expected return time, and carry appropriate safety and emergency equipment.

This ensures that there is a plan in place in case of an emergency and that the scientist is prepared for potential hazards.