The forward tapeperson is lined in holding the zero end of the tape. Tape should be straight and held at the same elevation. A specified tension is applied to the tape. Required when obstacles or surface irregularities make it undesirable to lay the tape on the ground.
Tape is held in a horizontal position with a plumb bob over the point used to mark the tape length.
The forward tapeperson paces off 100 feet and the process is repeated until a final partial tape length is measured. Double check measurement. After the partial tape length has been measured, the rear tapeperson determines the number of full tape lengths by counting the number of pins collected. This number is called out to the forward tapeperson, who adds it to the partial tape distance, and records the total distance. On gentle slopes, hold the tape horizontal and use a plumb at one or both ends.