If purchasing fuel oil or gasoline in large quantities from a metered vehicle truck, when possible watch the meter as the fuel is pumped. This works the same as a gasoline pump. Check to see that the meter is sealed by the Weights and Measures Department, If not, Question why. This seal is visible and very important because it prevents tampering with the meter. The identity of the product.
Scales See that net weight and total price indications show zero before product is weighed.
Make sure the correct price per pound is entered. Keep in mind when you are purchasing merchandise on a counter scale that the height of the person can cause a difference when reading the indicator on scales that are not electronic. Merchants should check all devices for accuracy at least once a day. Question the merchant if you are in doubt about a transaction and do not condemn too hurriedly in case of short weight, it could be the result of an error that he could quickly rectify if brought to his attention. Look for the current year County Auditor Weights and Measures approval sticker on the weighing device.