When must a weigh master issue a weigh master certificate?

A weigh master must issue a weigh master certificate whenever payment for the service is dependent on a written measure. This certificate serves as an official document that confirms the weight of the commodity that was measured, providing a legal basis for any financial transactions tied to that weight. By issuing this certificate, the weigh master ensures transparency and accountability in the weighing process, which is particularly important in commercial transactions where weight directly influences payment.

In situations where the weight of a vehicle or commodity is measured but does not impact payment directly, a weigh master may not be required to issue a certificate. Therefore, while weighing a vehicle or a commodity and even client requests may occur frequently, the issuance of a weigh master certificate is specifically tied to the condition of payment being influenced by the measured weight.