Weighbridge operator - licence

To operate a public weighbridge, you require a certificate issued by any Chief Inspector for Weights and Measures that you have sufficient knowledge for the proper performance of your duties.

Apply

For more information, call 01766 771000.

Regulation summary

Weights and Measures Act 1985 [sections 18 – 20 in Part 3] (external link)

Will tacit consent apply?

No. It is in the public interest that the authority must process your application before it can be granted. If you have not heard from the local authority within a reasonable period, please contact it.

Failed application redress

Please contact your local authority in the first instance.

You may appeal to the National Measurement Office if your application is refused.

Licence holder redress

Please contact your local authority in the first instance.

Consumer complaint

We would always advise that in the event of a complaint the first contact is made with the trader by you - preferably in the form a letter (with proof of delivery). If that has not worked, if you are located in the UK, Citizens Advice will give you advice. From outside the UK contact the UK European Consumer Centre.

Trade associations
National Measurement & Regulation Office