Methodology v1.0

A repeatable record of the physical facts.

The same evidence structure is used across countries and observers so clients can compare records without confusing fact, inference, and limitation.

01 · INTAKESite, purpose, must-confirm questions, deadline.
02 · FEASIBILITYCoverage, access, safety, legal and travel review.
03 · MANDATEScope, terms, observer assignment, access contact.
04 · ATTENDANCETimestamped presence, GPS, access conditions.
05 · EVIDENCEPhotos, observations, document sightings, samples if scoped.
06 · QACompleteness, consistency, limitations, second review.
07 · DELIVERYStandardized report, photo annex, signed attestation.

Facts

What the observer directly saw, attended, photographed, or was shown during the visit.

Limitations

What could not be accessed, confirmed, copied, sampled, or independently tested.

Attestation

A signed statement confirming attendance and the integrity of the submitted field record.

Sample collection supports chain of custody only when specifically scoped. Laboratory findings are issued by the independent laboratory, not OGP.