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Media release
- 21 April 2005 -
Ministry of Consumer Affairs works with business for good measure
- The Ministry of Consumer Affairs Measurement and Product
Safety Service approves a new one cubic metre (1m3) bin
to measure mulch, bark chip and soil.
Information for business
In the Measurement - Business
Information Section we have information for business on a range
of measurement topics including:
This section also contains a links to the Government
legislation website where you can browse weights and measures laws
at no charge.
The Measurement and Product Safety Service Newsletter, 'measureUP'
is
for Accredited Persons (APs).
This publication
was launched
to improve communication and give APs the opportunity to interact
with the Ministry over issues they feel appropriate.
The Ministry intends to use this publication to keep APs and
stakeholders informed of the latest issues within Legal Metrology as
well as providing clarification and information on more technical
matters.
Information for consumers
We have information for
consumers on measurement issues related to the purchase of coal,
firewood, garden supplies, pre-packed goods and roadside stalls.
The Measurement and Product Safety Service
The Measurement and Product Safety Service (MAPSS) works to make
sure traders are aware of, and obey the laws regarding weight and
measure. We administer and enforce the Weights and Measures Act.
We:
- carry out spot checks of weighing and measuring equipment
- check the weight of packaged goods
- investigate complaints from the public.
If you don't think you're getting what you paid for contact one
of our regional offices.
MAPSS contact numbers
Tel: 0508 MAPSS Info (0508 627 774)
International Clients: 0064 3 962 2580
Discussion papers
For a list of Ministry discussion papers, please see the
Discussion Paper index in the Policy, Law and Research section.
Measurement converter
Are you looking to convert imperial measurements to metric or
vice versa? Then visit the
National Measurement Institute website in Australia, it will
provide an accurate conversion for you.
New Zealand users who require further help should contact one of
the Regional Offices listed on this page.
The Ministry wishes to thank the National Measurement Institute
for access to the metric converter on their website.
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