The Measuring Instruments Regulations 2016

Rules and conditions for affixing the CE marking and the M marking

52.—(1) The CE marking and the M marking (“the markings”) must be affixed to a measuring instrument in accordance with the provisions of this regulation.

(2) The markings must be affixed visibly, legibly and indelibly to the measuring instrument or its data plate.

(3) Paragraph (2) does not apply where it is not possible or not warranted on account of the nature of the measuring instrument, in which case the markings must be affixed to the documents which accompany the measuring instrument and any packaging.

(4) When a measuring instrument consists of a series of devices, not being sub-assemblies, operating together, the markings must be affixed on the instrument’s main device.

(5) The markings must be affixed before the measuring instrument is placed on the market.

(6) The markings may be affixed to the measuring instrument during the fabrication process, if justified.

(7) The M marking must immediately follow the CE marking.

(8) The markings must immediately be followed by the identification number of the notified body where that body is involved in the production control phase as set out in Annex II to the Directive.

(9) The identification number of the notified body referred to in paragraph (8) must—

(a) be affixed by the body itself, or under its instructions by the manufacturer or his authorised representative; and

(b) be indelible or self-destructive upon removal.

(10) The markings and (where applicable) the identification number of the notified body may be followed by any other mark indicating a special risk or use.