What must be stated on any certificate issued by a weigh master?

A certificate issued by a weigh master is an official document that provides essential information regarding a weighed item. The requirement for a consecutive number on the certificate is crucial because it ensures proper tracking and accountability of all certificates issued. This unique identifier can help in financial audits or regulatory reviews, making it easier to reference specific weighings in future transactions.

While tare weight, net contents, and temperature may be relevant information depending on the context of the weighing, they do not serve the same administrative purpose as the consecutive number. The tare weight refers to the weight of the container or vehicle without the product, net contents denote the actual amount of the product, and temperature can impact the weight but is not universally required to be documented. The key function of the consecutive number is to facilitate organization and traceability, which is fundamental in weight verification practices.