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Weights and Measures Regulations — 21
21 (1) Before being sold or otherwise disposed of, or leased, a weighing machine or measuring machine that is of a class, type or design approved under section 3 of the Act, and any equipment or accessory attached to or used in conjunction with the machine that has or could have an effect on the accuracy of the machine and that was approved under section 3 of the Act, shall be marked with the following information: (a) the name of the manufacturer or importer of the machine, equipment or accessory; (b) the model number and serial number of the machine, equipment or accessory; (c) the approval number of the machine, equipment or accessory; (d) in the case of a volumetric liquid meter, (i) the minimum and maximum flow rates, and (ii) if the meter is equipped with an automatic temperature compensator, the words “Volume corrected to 15°C” or “ Volume corrigé à 15°C ”, immediately adjacent to the registration of net quantity; (e) in the case of a weighing machine, the maximum load that may be weighed on the machine; (f) in the case of any equipment or accessory, the range for which it was approved pursuant to section 3 of the Act; and (g) any other information that is required by the notice of approval issued pursuant to section 3 of the Act. (2) Subsection (1) does not apply to weighing machines or measuring machines to which the Specifications Relating to Non-automatic Weighing Devices (1998) or the Specifications Relating to Timber Dimension Measuring Devices apply. SOR/90-118, s. 6; SOR/98-115, s. 3; SOR/2005-130, s. 3; SOR/2014-111, s. 15 SOR/2024-183, s. 2
Weights and Measures Regulations — 22
22 Before being sold or otherwise disposed of, or leased, a weighing machine or measuring machine that is of a class, type or design approved under section 3 of the Act and that is referred to in subsection 28(2) shall be marked “Not for Use in Trade until Examined” (“ Ne pas utiliser dans le commerce avant l’examen ”) or shall be marked with words that convey the same meaning, and those markings shall be in letters of not less than 12 mm in height and shall remain on the device until it has been examined and is found to meet the requirements of the Act and these Regulations. SOR/93-234, s. 2(F); SOR/2005-297, s. 41(F); SOR/2014-111, s. 16
Weights and Measures Regulations — 23
23 (1) Before being sold or otherwise disposed of, or leased, a weighing machine or measuring machine that is not of a class, type or design approved under section 3 of the Act and that is not exempt from approval under that section shall be marked “Not Legal for Trade” (“ Non légal pour le commerce ”) in letters of not less than 6 mm in height. (2) A device described in paragraph 4(2)(a) shall be marked “For Prepackaging Use Only” (“ Pour préemballage seulement ”) in letters of not less than 6 mm in height. SOR/93-234, s. 2; SOR/2005-297, s. 4; SOR/2014-111, s. 16
Weights and Measures Regulations — 24
24 (1) Before being sold or otherwise disposed of, or leased, a measuring tank that is of a class, type or design approved under section 3 of the Act shall be marked with the following information: (a) the name of the manufacturer or importer of the measuring tank; (b) the model number and serial number of the measuring tank; (c) the approval number for that class, type or design of measuring tank; (d) the maximum capacity of the measuring tank; (e) in the case of a measuring tank that contains one or more internal capacity indicators, the capacity of the measuring tank at the level of each indicator and where there is more than one indicator, the various capacities shown in descending order; (f) in the case of a measuring tank that has been calibrated to a valve located immediately at the outlet of the measuring tank or that has been calibrated to an emergency valve, the words “dry line calibration” (“ calibré avec tuyauterie vide ”); (g) in the case of a measuring tank that has not been calibrated as set out in paragraph (f), the words “wet line calibration” (“ calibré avec tuyauterie pleine ”); and (h) in the case of two or more measuring tanks installed on a vehicle, a number or letter in an identifiable sequence commencing with the tank closest to the front of the vehicle and proceeding to the tank closest to the rear of the vehicle. (2) Where two or more measuring tanks are installed on a vehicle, the information required by paragraphs (1)(a) to (g) may appear in one location if the tanks are identified in accordance with paragraph (1)(h) and the information is correlated to the number or letter shown on the tank. (3) The information required by paragraphs (1)(f), (g) and (h) shall be shown in numbers or letters of not less than 12 mm or ½ inch in height. (4) Every internal capacity indicator in a measuring tank shall be marked in numbers or letters at least 6 mm or ¼ inch in height (a) to show the capacity of the tank at the level of the indicator; or (b) to identify the indicator. (5) Where the internal capacity indicator is identified in accordance with paragraph (4)(b), the identification and the capacity of the measuring tank at the level of that indicator shall be shown on the outside of the neck or fill opening of the measuring tank in numbers or letters of at least 12 mm or ½ inch in height. (6) When two or more measuring tanks are installed on a vehicle, the discharge valve for each tank shall be marked in numbers or letters of not less than 6 mm or ¼ inch in height to show the tank from which the commodity is discharged. SOR/2005-297, s. 41(F); SOR/2014-111, ss. 17, 45, 48(F)
Weights and Measures Regulations — 25
25 Before being sold or otherwise disposed of, or leased, for a use other than use in trade, a weighing machine or measuring machine that is of a class, type or design approved under section 3 of the Act shall be permanently marked “Not for Use in Trade” (“ Ne pas utiliser dans le commerce ”) in letters of not less than 12 mm in height. SOR/90-118, s. 7; SOR/2014-111, s. 18
Weights and Measures Regulations — 26
26 Where a trader has in his possession any device that is of a class, type or design approved for use in trade but that is not in his possession for use in trade, the trader shall, for the purpose of section 36 of the Act, mark the device “Not for Use in Trade” (“ Ne pas utiliser dans le commerce ”) or shall mark the device in words that convey the same meaning and the marking shall be in letters of not less than 12 mm or ½ inch in height. SOR/2005-297, s. 41(F)
Weights and Measures Regulations — 27
27 In addition to the specifications set out in Part V, the Minister may from time to time establish specifications relating to the installation and use of any device or class, type or design of device for use in trade. SOR/78-792, s. 2; SOR/93-234, s. 2(F)
Weights and Measures Regulations — 28
28 (1) For the purposes of paragraph 26(1)(c) of the Act and subject to subsections (2) and (3), a device that is of a class, type or design approved under section 3 of the Act or that is described in section 8, other than a static measure or a device described in subsection 4(2), shall not be sold or otherwise disposed of, or leased, unless (a) the device is manufactured in Canada and the manufacturer has had it examined by an inspector; or (b) the device is imported into Canada and the dealer who imported the device has had it examined by an inspector. (2) Subsection (1) does not apply to any device, the performance of which cannot be examined until the device is installed for use in trade, if the dealer (a) marks the device in the manner set out in section 22; (b) within five days after shipping the device, sends to the nearest Measurement Canada office a notice in writing containing (i) the dealer’s name and address, (ii) the name of the person to whom the device was shipped, (iii) a description of the device, and (iv) the address of the place where the device is to be installed; and (c) advises the trader that the device must be examined by an inspector before it is used in trade. (3) Subsection (1) does not apply in respect of a device that is to be sold or otherwise disposed of, or leased, for a use other than use in trade if the dealer (a) marks the device in the manner set out in section 25; and (b) within five days after selling or otherwise disposing of, or leasing, the device, sends to the nearest Measurement Canada office a notice in writing containing (i) the dealer’s name and address, (ii) the name and address of the person to whom the device was sold or otherwise disposed of, or leased, and (iii) a description of the device, including the approval number, serial number and model number. SOR/90-118, s. 9; SOR/93-234, s. 2; SOR/2005-297, ss. 5, 40, 41(F); SOR/2014-111, s. 19
Weights and Measures Regulations — 29
29 (1) For the purpose of subsection 15(1) of the Act, a trader who uses or possesses for use a device set out in column I of Part I of Schedule I, in the category of trade set out in column II, shall cause the device to be examined within the period set out in column III, counting from the day on which the most recent certificate showing that the device meets the requirements of the Act and these Regulations was issued following the examination referred to in (a) paragraph 8(b) of the Act, before the first use in trade of the device; or (b) section 15 or 15.1 of the Act. (2) If a device falls under more than one item of Part I of Schedule I, the shortest period set out in column III for those items applies for the purposes of subsection (1). SOR/93-234, s. 2(F); SOR/2014-111, s. 19; SOR/2017-198, s. 3
Weights and Measures Regulations — 29.1
29.1 For the purpose of subsection 15(2) of the Act, the Minister may grant to a trader an extension of a period established under subsection 29(1) if (a) the trader sends to the nearest Measurement Canada office a written request containing (i) the trader’s name and address, (ii) the address where the device is located, if different from that referred to in subparagraph (i), (iii) the device’s make, model and serial number, (iv) the range of the flow rate or the maximum load that may be measured by the device, (v) the date of the most recent regulatory examination of the device, (vi) a description of the purpose for which the device is used, sufficient to determine the category of trade in which it is used, (vii) the reason for the extension request, (viii) the efforts made to comply with the period, and (ix) the duration of the extension being requested, not to exceed one year; (b) the trader establishes that circumstances beyond their control make it impossible to have the device examined within the period; and (c) the trader has not previously been granted an extension of the period. SOR/2014-111, s. 19; SOR/2017-198, s. 4
Weights and Measures Regulations — 30
30 (1) An inspector who, for the purposes of paragraph 8(b) or 26(1)(c) of the Act, examines a device and determines that it meets the requirements of the Act and these Regulations shall mark the device or the container in which the device is stored when not in use with an examination mark in accordance with subsections (2), (3) and (4). (2) A device referred to in subsection (1) shall be marked by means of a steel die or, if that is not possible, by means of a sticker. (3) The examination mark shall be placed, (a) in the case of a weighing or measuring machine to which a plate is permanently affixed, on the blank area referred to in subsection 18(2) or, if that is not possible, close to the plate; (b) in the case of a weighing or measuring machine to which no plate is permanently affixed, on a part of the machine where it will be readily legible to a person using the machine under normal conditions of use; (c) in the case of a weight that has a lead plug, on the lead plug; and (d) in the case of a weight that does not have a lead plug, on any appropriate part of the weight. (4) Despite subsection (3), if a device is so small that it cannot be marked in accordance with that subsection, the examination mark shall be placed on the container in which the device is stored when not in use. SOR/2014-111, s. 19
Weights and Measures Regulations — 30.1
30.1 An inspector who marks a weighing or measuring machine with an examination mark under section 30 shall also place an examination sticker on the device. SOR/2014-111, s. 19
Weights and Measures Regulations — 31
31 (1) An inspector who, under section 15 of the Act, examines a weighing or measuring machine set out in column I of Part I of Schedule I that is or is to be used in the category of trade set out in column II or who, under section 15.1 of the Act, examines a weighing or measuring machine that is or is to be used in trade and, in either case, determines that the machine meets the requirements of the Act and these Regulations shall mark the machine by placing on it an examination sticker. (2) An inspector who, under paragraph 17(1)(b) or subsection 21(2) of the Act, examines a weighing or measuring machine that is or is to be used in trade and determines that it meets the requirements of the Act and these Regulations shall mark the machine by placing on it a sticker bearing the examination mark. (3) An inspector who, under section 15 of the Act, examines a weight set out in column I of Part I of Schedule I that has a lead plug and that is or is to be used in the category of trade set out in column II or who, under section 15.1, paragraph 17(1)(b) or subsection 21(2) of the Act, examines a weight that has a lead plug that is or is to be used in trade and, in either case, determines that the weight meets the requirements of the Act and these Regulations shall (a) mark the plug with an examination mark by means of a steel die; or (b) if the weight is so small that this is not possible, place an examination mark on the container in which the weight is stored when not in use. SOR/93-234, s. 2(F); SOR/2014-111, s. 19
Weights and Measures Regulations — 32
32 For the purpose of paragraph 19(2)(a) of the Act, the seal that shall be attached by an inspector who marks, as prescribed by section 30 or 31, a volumetric liquid meter, measuring tank or electronic device, other than a device to which the Specifications Relating to Non-automatic Weighing Devices (1998) or the Specifications Relating to Timber Dimension Measuring Devices apply, shall be of the self-adhesive, self-locking or lead-and-wire type. SOR/98-115, s. 4; SOR/2005-130, s. 4; SOR/2014-111, ss. 19, 48(F) SOR/2024-183, s. 3
Weights and Measures Regulations — 33
33 (1) Subject to subsection (2), the owner or person in possession of a device shall ensure that the location of the device, or access to it by customary means, is such that an inspector is able (a) to examine the device, including performing a thorough visual examination of it and its components; (b) to verify the sealing means on the device and to seal it; and (c) to transport and to manoeuvre by customary means the local standards and other equipment necessary for performing the examination. (2) Subsection (1) does not apply if the owner or person in possession of the device agrees (a) to put at the inspector’s disposal the necessary facilities and to supply the necessary labour, test products, standards calibrated in relation to a relevant local standard and any other equipment necessary for examining and sealing the device; or (b) on the request of the inspector, to remove the device to a suitable location and to supply the necessary equipment, material and services for examining and sealing the device. (3) [Repealed, SOR/2005-130, s. 5] SOR/98-115, s. 4; SOR/2005-130, s. 5; SOR/2014-111, ss. 21, 49(F)
Weights and Measures Regulations — 34
34 A device shall be maintained in proper operating condition and, where cleanliness can affect its performance, shall be kept clean. SOR/98-115, s. 4
Weights and Measures Regulations — 35
35 Where a device has a means of adjustment, an adjustment shall be made only to correct the condition that the adjustment is designed to correct and shall not be used to compensate for faulty installation or for worn or defective parts. SOR/98-115, s. 4
Weights and Measures Regulations — 35.1
35.1 A person who alters, adjusts or repairs a device in a way that may affect the accuracy of measurement shall also take steps to ensure that the device is calibrated immediately after the alteration, adjustment or repair so that the measurement error is as close to zero as possible within the normal operating range of the device. SOR/98-115, s. 4
Weights and Measures Regulations — 36
36 Where an inspector determines that a static measure that is or is to be used in trade does not meet the requirements of the Act and these Regulations, he shall deface any markings referred to in paragraphs 19(b) and (d).
Weights and Measures Regulations — 38
38 (1) This section and section 39 do not apply to a class or type of device referred to in subsection 4(1) or to a device used in a trade transaction referred to in section 7. (2) Where a trader installs or causes to be installed for use in trade (a) a volumetric liquid measuring machine as part of a receiving or dispensing system, or (b) any other device that, before it is used, is installed on a base, foundation, frame or other means of support, or is incorporated into a structure or system specifically made or prepared for the device, and the manner of installation can affect the performance of the device, the trader shall, within five days after the date of the installation, make a report in writing to the nearest Measurement Canada office containing the following information: (c) the name and address of the trader; (d) the make, model and serial number of the device; (e) the range of flow rate or capacity of the device; and (f) the address and description of the place where the device is installed. (3) If a device described in subsection (2) has been removed from its installation and is installed again, the trader who owns the device or has it in their possession for use in trade shall, within five days after the date of the installation, make a report in writing to the nearest Measurement Canada office containing the information required by subsection (2) and the address and description of the place where the device was previously installed. SOR/2005-297, ss. 40, 41(F), 43; SOR/2014-111, s. 22(E)
Weights and Measures Regulations — 39
39 (1) Where a trader acquires a measuring machine for use in trade that is part of a receiving or dispensing system installed on a vehicle, he shall make a report in writing to the nearest Measurement Canada office within five days from the date of the acquisition containing the following information: (a) the name and address of the trader; (b) the make, model and serial number of the machine; (c) the range of flow rate or capacity of the machine; (d) the make, fleet and unit number of the vehicle on which the machine is installed; (e) the address, if known, at which the machine was located prior to the acquisition; and (f) the new address at which the machine can be examined. (2) If a trader who owns or has in their possession for use in trade a measuring machine described in subsection (1) changes the address at which the machine can be examined, they shall, within five days after the date of changing the address, make a report in writing to the nearest Measurement Canada office containing the information required by paragraphs (1)(a), (b), (c), (d) and (f) and the address at which the machine could have been examined before the change of address. SOR/93-234, s. 2(F); SOR/2005-297, s. 40; SOR/2014-111, s. 23
Weights and Measures Regulations — 40
40 (1) A device that is of a class or type referred to in subsection 4(1) or a device used in a trade transaction referred to in section 7 is exempt from paragraphs 29(a) and (b) and section 30 of the Act. (2) The written notice referred to in subparagraph 29(a)(ii) of the Act shall be forwarded to the nearest Measurement Canada office within five days from the date of the repair of the device and shall contain the following information: (a) the name and address of the person who made the repair; (b) the name and address of the person to whom the repaired device will be sent; (c) if known to the person who made the repair, the address of the place where the device will be located for examination, if that address is different from the address referred to in paragraph (b); (d) the date of completion of the repair; (e) the make, model and serial number of the device; (f) the range of flow rate or capacity of the device; (g) a description of the repair made; (h) a description of the tests made after the repair to determine the accuracy of the device, the results of such tests and the equipment used for the testing; (i) [Repealed, SOR/81-623, s. 1] (j) whether the person who made the repair removed or broke or found removed or broken any marking, tag or seal placed on or attached to the device by an inspector or a person who had previously adjusted, altered or repaired the device, and, where possible, a description of such marking, tag or seal; and (k) where the person who made the repair removed or broke or found removed or broken any seal, whether he replaced it with another seal and, if so, a description of that seal and the number of the seal, if any. SOR/81-623, s. 1; SOR/93-234, s. 2(F); SOR/2005-297, ss. 40, 41(F), 43; SOR/2014-111, ss. 46, 47(F)
Weights and Measures Regulations — 41
41 (1) Where a person repairs a device that is or is to be used in trade without taking possession of it or adjusts or alters such a device, whether or not he takes possession of it, and the alteration, adjustment or repair is of a nature that may affect the accuracy of the device or may result in its no longer being of a class, type or design approved for use in trade, he shall, within five days after the date of the alteration, adjustment or repair, report the following information to the nearest Measurement Canada office: (a) his name and address; (b) the name and address of the person who has possession of the device; (c) the address of the place where the device is located if that address is different from the address referred to in paragraph (b); (d) the date of completion of the alteration, adjustment or repair; (e) the make, model and serial number of the device; (f) the range of flow rate or capacity of the device; (g) a description of the alteration, adjustment or repair made; (h) a description of the tests made after the alteration, adjustment or repair to determine the accuracy of the device, the results of such tests and the equipment used for such testing; (i) [Repealed, SOR/81-623, s. 2] (j) whether the person who made the alteration, adjustment or repair removed or broke or found removed or broken any marking, tag or seal placed on or attached to the device by an inspector or by a person who had previously altered, adjusted or repaired the device and, where possible, a description of such marking, tag or seal; and (k) where the person who made the alteration, adjustment or repair removed or broke or found removed or broken any seal, whether he replaced it with another seal and, if so, a description of that seal and the number of the seal, if any. (2) A report under subsection (1) shall be in writing, but an inspector may authorize the report to be made verbally, in which case the report shall be made verbally. SOR/81-623, s. 2; SOR/2005-297, ss. 40, 41(F); SOR/2014-111, s. 47(F)