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- Ethical considerations: Obtaining necessary permissions from landowners, informing visitors about the study, and ensuring data is anonymised.
- Safety: Assessing potential hazards (e.g., tides, weather, uneven ground) and implementing safety measures. Having a risk assessment in place.
- Time constraints: Planning the fieldwork within the allocated time, considering travel time, data collection time, and analysis time. Having contingency plans for weather.
- Data Collection Methods: Ensuring the chosen methods are appropriate for the research question and can provide reliable data. Pilot testing the methods beforehand.
- Resource Availability: Ensuring access to necessary equipment (e.g., litter pickers, measuring tapes, questionnaires) and funding.