Measurement & Surveying and Mapping

Question 1

Relevant data capture techniques

Answer 1

laser distometers, tape rods or trundle wheels

Question 2

Limitations of laser distometers

Answer 2

Laser beams can be difficult to see in bright sunlight
Glass and shiny surfaces
accuracy can decrease over very long distances
Rain, fog, and dust can interfere with the laser beam

Question 3

Limitations of tape rods

Answer 3

fixed length
user error
less practical on uneven or sloped terrain

Question 4

Limitations of Trundle Wheels

Answer 4

most accurate on smooth, even surfaces
User Error remaining straight

Question 5

Whats appropriate standards and guidance relating to measurement with particular reference to the RICS Property measurement

Answer 5

Code of Measuring Practice, 6th edition - RICS Property Measurement (2nd Ed) is the framework and the International Property Measurement Standards (IPMS)