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Trade Measurement

All goods sold by measurement in Victoria must be accurately measured and priced. Owners of measuring instruments used for trade are responsible for their accuracy and correct usage. Packers and importers must ensure the measurements and labelling of packages are correct. Consumer Affairs Victoria (CAV) appoints licensees to certify measuring instruments, and inspectors to monitor the accuracy of instruments and packages.

The CAV website has a range of information on labelling, measurements and pricing of goods sold by measurement, as well as details about making a complaint and relevant contact information. Areas covered include:

• pre-packaged goods
• meat
• petroleum products
• garden and landscaping materials
• firewood
• liquor
• product labelling
• measuring instruments
• retailers
• weighbridges
• trade measurement inspectors and servicing licensees
• educational material
• making a complaint
• contact details for business
• contact details for consumers
• forms and publications.