Weights and Measures Regulations

38 (1) This section and section 39 do not apply to a class or type of device referred to in subsection 4(1) or to a device used in a trade transaction referred to in section 7.

(2) Where a trader installs or causes to be installed for use in trade

• (a) a volumetric liquid measuring machine as part of a receiving or dispensing system, or

• (b) any other device that, before it is used, is installed on a base, foundation, frame or other means of support, or is incorporated into a structure or system specifically made or prepared for the device, and the manner of installation can affect the performance of the device,

the trader shall, within five days after the date of the installation, make a report in writing to the nearest Measurement Canada office containing the following information:

• (c) the name and address of the trader;

• (d) the make, model and serial number of the device;

• (e) the range of flow rate or capacity of the device; and

• (f) the address and description of the place where the device is installed.

(3) If a device described in subsection (2) has been removed from its installation and is installed again, the trader who owns the device or has it in their possession for use in trade shall, within five days after the date of the installation, make a report in writing to the nearest Measurement Canada office containing the information required by subsection (2) and the address and description of the place where the device was previously installed.