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Mistake & recovery · #015

Cutting on the wrong side of a scribe line and losing dimension

1st YearFabrication

Always cut to the waste side of the line, leaving the scribed line on the finished piece. If in doubt, mark a W on the waste side with a marker before cut…

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Always cut to the waste side of the line, leaving the scribed line on the finished piece. If in doubt, mark a W on the waste side with a marker before cutting.

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Can you verify this before I keep going? I’m looking at: Cutting on the wrong side of a scribe line and losing dimension. What’s the approved correction for this job?

Do not

Do not hide, force, cover, or “make it work” if this affects safety, access, airflow, rated assemblies, supports, equipment, or inspection. Stop and verify the approved correction.

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