Public Weighbridge Operator Certificate Information

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Public Weighbridge Operator Certificate application

Licence Summary

• Anyone who operates a weighbridge that is used by the public and for which a fee is charged must hold a certificate signed by the Chief Inspector of Weights and Measures to show that they have sufficient knowledge for the proper performance of their duties.
• Worcestershire Regulatory Service is responsible for examining any candidates and issuing certificates under Section 18 of the Weights & Measures Act 1985.

Fees Applicable

• Currently there is no fee payable

When do Regulations Apply?

• Please follow this link to our leaflet Certification of Weighbridge Clerks Operating Public Weighbridges  (50KB).
• Anyone who operates a weighbridge that is used by the public and for which a fee is charged must hold a certificate signed by the Chief Inspector of Weights and measures to show that they have sufficient knowledge for the proper performance of their duties.

Will Tacit Consent Apply?

No. It is in the public interest that we must process your application before it can be granted. If you have not heard from us in a reasonable period, please contact us at metrologytss@worcestershire.gov.uk.

Application Evaluation Process

• Submit electronic application form.
• A date for the examination will be mutually agreed
• The examination is conducted on the machine the attendant has to operate.
• The attendant will be examined using the checklist in the Examination of Weighbridge Attendants form. The results will be recorded and a Pass/Fail recommendation made.
• The examinee is deemed to pass if, in the opinion of the Officer, the items on the checklist are correctly answered.
• 2 copies of the Certificate signed by the Chief Inspector of Weights and Measures will be sent to the examinee's employer.
• The examinee will sign both certificates and return one copy.
• Licence must be available for inspection on site

Get in touch by email for help and more information

if you need to get in touch for more information on weighbridge operators or help with the application form you can get in touch with us by email on metrologytss@worcestershire.gov.uk.