Measuring Devices
In order to provide the customer with the
details needed to bid for the installation, many measurements must be provided
in the site survey report. These measurements must be as accurate as possible.
The kit should include a measuring wheel for measuring cable distances.
Many people include more advanced equipment such as laser measuring devices and
range finders. These are all viable options, but a measuring wheel is adequate.
For measuring vertical distances, a rope marked in 3 m (10 ft) increments will
allow distances to be accurately measured from floor to ceiling
.
The
number of floor tiles or ceiling tiles is not always a good measurement of
distance.
Digital Camera
It is always best to photograph any unusual
situations found while performing site surveys
. These
include moving or retractable walls, current shelving locations, and overhead
cranes.
All antenna mounting methods and locations should be photographed and
incorporated into the site survey document. Remember, the surveyor may not do
the installation work.