Can any scale be used or does it have to be a special scale?
Only scales that have been approved for commercial use (type approved) and sealed by the department may be used for a commercial transaction. A licensed service agent may place a device into service before our inspectors conduct their tests.

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1. How often do you check gas stations?
2. Do you call businesses before you inspect them to let them know you are coming?
3. Do you check the quality of the fuel, too?
4. What happens if a gasoline or diesel meter is found to be in error?
5. Have you ever found anyone deliberately cheating?
6. Have you ever closed a whole station?
7. If there is no certification sticker on the device, how do I know if it is accurate?
8. Can any scale be used or does it have to be a special scale?
9. What is "tare?"
10. Do you investigate complaints?
11. Do you test utility meters?