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Research, especially field research, can be an unpredictable business. However, with careful thought it should be possible to ensure that most eventualities are covered. Legal and ethical aspects – for example, access rights to land and the impacts on protected species or habitats – should be top of your list of practicalities to consider. Health and safety is another obvious concern and it is essential that you ensure that there is no danger either to you or to those around you through carrying out an appropriate risk assessment. In addition, practical approaches – such as effective time management, efficient data recording and security, and the appropriate use of equipment and techniques – will also help you to deliver a research project successfully.