A recent inspection campaign carried out in the Basque Country has highlighted the importance of keeping the metrological verification of weighing equipment used in commercial transactions up to date. According to the published data, 53 per cent of the commercial scales audited did not have a valid metrological verification certificate, a situation that may result in penalties and the inability to use this equipment legally.
More than half of the weighing equipment inspected in the Basque Country lacked a valid metrological verification
Metrological verification: a legal requirement.
All Dibal commercial weighing equipment is supplied with the initial metrological verification already carried out, meaning it is ready for use straight away.
However, legislation stipulates that this equipment must undergo periodic metrological verification every two years, carried out by an authorised body. This procedure certifies that the instrument continues to provide measurements within the permitted error margins and guarantees its lawful use in commercial operations. Keeping this verification up to date is not only a regulatory obligation but also a guarantee of reliability, transparency and safety for both the business and its customers.
What happens if the verification has expired?
Using weighing equipment with an expired metrological verification can have significant consequences, including:
- Requirements imposed by the Administration.
- Possible financial penalties.
- A ban on using the equipment in commercial transactions until the situation has been rectified.
It is therefore advisable to periodically check the condition of all weighing equipment and to plan mandatory inspections in advance.
Dibal helps you prepare your equipment.
To help ensure compliance with official regulations, at Dibal we offer a pre-inspection and calibration service for weighing equipment.
Our technical team carries out a comprehensive check of the equipment’s condition, makes any necessary adjustments where required, and ensures that everything is ready to pass the official inspection with the utmost confidence.
Keeping your equipment properly adjusted and serviced allows you to approach the periodic verification with greater peace of mind and minimises the risk of issues arising during the inspection.
If you have any queries regarding the verification status of your equipment or wish to prepare for your next inspection, our technical team can advise you and help ensure your weighing instruments always comply with current regulations.
