how far off did they miss by? you sure the tape measure they used was even
worth a crap? some tools like tape measures wear out and should be thrown
out. get some stock then give them a test using the tape measure they used,
if theirs shows a different measurement then toss them and let them use
yours.

"Tom Gardner" wrote in message
...
After 3 major measuring screw-ups this week I put 3 employees on notice
that
they had one month to learn to read a tape measure or...else. They are
60,
55, and 45 years old. How they got through life so far is beyond me. I
have tried to make go/no-go gauges for everything but this basic skill is
still needed and I can't be everywhere. I know I've been down this path
before and I'm so embarrassed that I still haven't been able to teach this
on this level. I have yet to find instructions for tape measures. I only
want 1/16" accuracy. Any thoughts?