Things You Need To Know About Aerial Inspection Drone

Posted by Donald J. Brooker on March 17th, 2021

UAV Aerial Surveillance is the next generation of technology and it can save you a bundle on legal fees. Have you ever seen a picture from a UAV Aerial Scanner? It's fascinating to see such amazing stuff up close. But what if that same picture could be used against you? What if you were being accused of something and there was proof? With an aerial inspection drone you have the tools to let the judge or court know if your innocence or guilt can be proven.

There are some basic rules that all inspectors should know about before they get started. First, it's important to remember not to take an inspection personally. The inspector is technically just an observer. The object (or objects) under scrutiny must be visually inspectable by humans before the inspectors can conclude their mission. If it's not human eye, no one is allowed to touch the object to verify whether or not it can be examined.

Second, don't look down at the object. As you approach the object, focus on the object and the area around the object. Do not just stare at the object; look around the object to view the surrounding area. Try to see what direction the sun is shining on the object.

Don't be afraid to ask questions. It's your job as the inspector. The camera recorders must clearly show you what the camera captured. Don't rely on the "ographers eye" theory. If there's more than one way to obtain evidence, the best course of action is to combine your observations.

The camera footage can be critical evidence. If there is something worth looking at, gather as much detail as possible. Keep in mind that the camera captures only a portion of the scene. Sometimes objects are obscured by clouds or trees and so the recorded video isn't comprehensive. But if you're diligent, there is likely something worth looking at. Use the zoom buttons on your camera to double check your recordings.

If your inspection involves an area where the camera mounted cannot see the bottom of a container, there are other options. First, have the customer bring you a bucket with water and white vinegar. Place the bucket in the middle of the container, cover the camera with the white vinegar and drop in a bucketful of dirt or mud (if there is any). Wait 24 hours and then look at the camera.

If this method doesn't work, have the customer brings you a hard hat, shovel and rake. Gently remove the camera from the ground and use the tools to carefully pick up and remove pieces of the camera mounted on poles. If there are still obstructions, remove them by lifting them up with the appropriate tools. Take careful photographs of the obstruction(s) to include them in your report. Send your report along with a brief description to the client so he/she can make any necessary modifications.

After the inspection, review it again and make any suggested changes. Continue to send photographs until you have all of the required information. Then ask the client to sign and send payment. The inspection should be done within about two weeks.

You may wonder if using a drone for aerial photography is expensive. As long as you don't expect to spend much money on aerial photos, the cost shouldn't be a problem. Most of the Drones available today are equipped with standard cameras, so they are quite affordable. The software that controls the Drones are inexpensive as well. In fact, you can usually get it for free with purchase! You can also look for the “best drone for surveying”.

The only thing you need to do is to find out a safe place to fly the Drones during your inspection. Make sure there aren't any objects or people within the line of sight. Avoid placing the Cameras too close to structures or people. Place them about 50 feet above ground level. When the weather conditions are good, you should be able to view the Drones from about a mile away. However, if the weather is bad or unpredictable, you should land the Drones back on the ground.

As an inspection professional, you need to do your best to provide clients with a great service. This means that you should also be able to provide excellent customer service. This will help you gain repeat business and build a rapport with your clientele. Your clients will appreciate that you are providing them with the best inspection and assessment service. With that, you can expect to get additional clients and improve your bottom line.