| PROTOCOL |
- First and foremost. Conduct investigations in a professional manner.
An investigation is not a place for horse play. Maintain reverence and
respect during investigations at all times. Always conduct your
investigations in a professional manner.
- Never go alone on an investigation. Always take a partner for safety,
to document and to be an extra set of eyes.
- Absolutely NO Ouija Boards or Seances during or after an
investigation. Some groups like to use them before or after, T.R.I.P.S.
does not.
- Respect private property, ask permission and do not trespass.
- Remove all dust, spots, and finger prints from your camera lens. Make
sure your lens is cleaned before, during and after an investigation.
- Keep long hair away from the lens of the camera. It's best to tie it back.
- Always use fresh audio tapes for EVP recordings. Remove the
protective tabs once the tape has been used.
- No alcohol or drugs before, during or after and investigation if
remaining on the site.
- Carry a trash bag to pick up your trash before leaving. Never litter an
investigation site.
- Do not take photo's on dusty roads, from moving vehicles, or in dusty
areas where people have been walking. Take a squirt bottle with you,
dampen the area and let it settle before snapping photos.
- NEVER reveal evidence or saying anything related to something you
might find infront of a client during an investigation. Get the evidence
home first, review it then go over it with them during the reveal. Always
keep in mind you are dealing with peoples emotions.
- Do not take photo's during adverse weather conditions such as rain,
snow, windy, dusty, mist, fog, etc.
- Keep fingers away from the camera lens during operation.
- Maintain a positive mental attitude at all times during an investigation.
Skepticism can generate negative energy.
- Get plenty of sleep before an investigation.
- Take notes an record all activity. EMF readings, temps, feelings etc.