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Mis-transferring measurements from a tape to a shop drawing (transposing digits)

2nd YearMeasuring & Layout

Read the measurement aloud before writing it down. After writing, re-read what you wrote and compare to the tape. A second set of eyes on critical dimensi…

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Read the measurement aloud before writing it down. After writing, re-read what you wrote and compare to the tape. A second set of eyes on critical dimensions prevents costly shop errors.

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Can you verify this before I keep going? I’m looking at: Mis-transferring measurements from a tape to a shop drawing (transposing digits). What’s the approved correction for this job?

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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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