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== Taking a Photo in DAMM == | == Taking a Photo in DAMM == | ||
One key step to good incident observation is taking photographs of the scene. The photos are one of the best ways to demonstrate the extent of damage sustained from an incident. Incident commanders, insurance adjusters, FEMA representatives, and property owners will all get a better idea of conditions with photographs. Keep in mind that you are simply trying to preserve evidence, not win photography awards. The built-in camera from your mobile device will capture details. Also, the built-in watermark will add a timestamp and detailed location to each photo that will link your photos to the location.. | |||
==== How | ==== How to take a photo in DAMM ==== | ||
# '''Activate the camera:''' Pressing the camera icon button will activate the camera of your mobile device. | # '''Activate the camera:''' Pressing the camera icon button will activate the camera of your mobile device. | ||
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#* Badge number (bottom right, line 1) | #* Badge number (bottom right, line 1) | ||
#* Date and time, 24 hour format (bottom right, line 2) | #* Date and time, 24 hour format (bottom right, line 2) | ||
==== How to take a USEFUL photo ==== | |||
===== Capture the details ===== | |||
When thinking about what to photograph, it may not be obvious which details will become important later on. Generally, the more pictures you take, the better. However, the DAMM only allows for three photos to send with each report, so choose your photographs carefully. | |||
Take pictures of: | |||
* The structure and damage sustained; | |||
* Other structures at the address, and the damage they sustained; | |||
* The overall site (i.e., the intersection, parking lot, or other location); | |||
* The environment/weather conditions; and | |||
* Any visible bodily injuries (if feasible and consented to). | |||