FIELD LESSON
Briefing
Thermal is contextual
Thermal imagery depends on solar loading, emissivity, reflections, wind, moisture, time of day, angle, and material. The image is evidence, not automatically a diagnosis.
Pair with visible context
Every useful thermal finding needs location and visible reference. Capture enough wide, medium, and close context so the client can act on the issue.
Report carefully
Use language like “thermal anomaly observed” unless qualified to diagnose the underlying fault. Recommend specialist review where appropriate.