The Non-automatic Weighing Instruments Regulations 2016

Action to be taken by distributors where regulated non-automatic weighing instruments placed on the market by them are not in conformity with essential requirements

This section has no associated Explanatory Memorandum

30.—(1) This regulation applies where a distributor considers, or has reason to believe, that a regulated non-automatic weighing instrument placed on the market by that distributor is not in conformity with the requirements of these Regulations.

(2) Where this regulation applies, the distributor must immediately take the corrective measures necessary to bring the regulated non-automatic weighing instrument into conformity, or withdraw or recall it, if appropriate.

(3) Where the regulated non-automatic weighing instrument presents a risk, the distributor must immediately inform the competent authority to that effect, giving details, in particular, of the non-compliance of the instrument and of the corrective measures taken by that distributor.