Weights and measures services

Weights and measures calibration, verification and testing services.

We will check and verify weighing and measuring equipment for businesses. This includes:

  • shop scales
  • measures in pubs
  • petrol pumps
  • weighbridges

Further information and to book an appointment

Telephone: 01946 505005
Email:  trading.standards@cumberland.gov.uk

Calibration charges and test and report charges

Calibration Certificates required for weighing or measuring equipment which are tested on inspection will be charged at £79 per hour commensurate with the actual work carried out in issuing the certificate.

Test and Report of equipment will be charged at the rate of £79 per hour.

Weighing instruments charges

Calibration of Weighing Instruments will be charged at the rate of £79 per hour.

These fees assume that the owner or their agent provides the testing equipment for example - Weighbridge Test Unit (WBTU). Where we provide equipment and it has to be specially hired then the full costs will be charged.

Measuring equipment for liquid fuel and lubricants charges

Calibration of liquid fuel and lubricant measuring equipment will be charged at the rate of £79 per hour.