Total Station Survey Basics

What equipment is required for surveying using a Total Station?

• A compass, a map, and a ruler

• A tripod, prism or levelling staff, and a Total Station

• A camera, a notebook, and a pencil

• A drone, a GPS device, and a smartphone

What is the first step in setting up a Total Station?

• Taking a back sight reading

• Placing the tripod on the ground above the survey point

• Inserting the memory card

• Wearing PPEs like Hi-Vis coats and boots

What is the purpose of levelling the Total Station?

• To make it look nice

• To ensure the Total Station is right above the survey point

• To centre the circular bubble level for precise measurements

• To take a picture of the site

What is a control point used for in a Total Station survey?

• To store data

• To serve as a reference point for the Total Station

• To charge the Total Station

• To measure temperature

What is the technique called to find level differences on a site?

• Radial surveying

• Differential levelling

• Control point establishment

• Data processing

What is one advantage of using a Total Station?

• It is very cheap

• It requires no skill to operate

• It has high accuracy and precision

• It works well in all weather conditions

What should be done if it starts raining during a survey?

• Stop the survey immediately

• Use a rain cap to cover the lens

• Pack up and go home

• Ignore the rain and continue

What is a disadvantage of using a Total Station?

• It is very light and portable

• It can be affected by weather conditions like rain and fog

• It is easy to use for everyone

• It is very cheap to buy

How is the data from a Total Station processed?

• It is written down in a notebook

• It is stored in a memory card and converted to CAD drawings

• It is sent via email

• It is printed on paper

What should be worn by individuals involved in on-site work for safety?

• A suit and tie

• PPEs like Hi-Vis coats and boots

• Casual clothes

• A raincoat