Static field route #34

What do I do when not understanding scale and measuring off reduced prints?

Print Reading, Tags & LayoutFoundation print-reading starter — verify latest revision/detail

Do not scale reduced prints for field dimensions. Use written dimensions, current drawings, approved layout, or verified field measurement.

Open in Field Rescue Open category

Field checklist

Check the sheet scale and print size.
Look for written dimensions first.
Use full-size/approved drawings when required.
Field-measure critical conditions.
Ask before measuring off a reduced PDF/print.

Ask foreman

Is this print full scale, or should I use written dimensions/field measurement only?

Do not

Do not pull real dimensions from a reduced or distorted print.

Why it matters

Copies, PDFs, and phone screenshots can change scale without warning.

Search words: prints layout tags scale scale reduced prints written dimension field measure scale reduced prints written dimension field measure foundation field