Or. Admin. Code § 603-029-2810

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 12, December 1, 2024
Section 603-029-2810 - Scale Requirements for Accurate Weights, Repairs, Adjustments, and Replacements After Inspection
(1) All scales used to determine the net weight of meat products in state-inspected establishments that are sold or otherwise distributed in commerce shall be installed, maintained, and operated in a manner that ensures accurate weights. Such scales shall meet the applicable requirements of OAR chapter 603, division 27.
(2) All scales used to determine the net weight of meat products sold or otherwise distributed in commerce shall be of sufficient capacity to weigh the entire unit or package.
(3) If a scale is inspected or tested and found to be inaccurate, or if any repairs, adjustments, or replacements are made to a scale, it shall not be used until the device meets all accuracy requirements as specified in OAR chapter 603, division 27. If an inspector has put a "Retain" tag on a scale, the tag may only be removed by a Department employee. As long as the tag is on the scale, it shall not be used.

Or. Admin. Code § 603-029-2810

DOA 19-2022, adopt filed 07/27/2022, effective 7/28/2022

Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 603.085, ORS 616.700, ORS 619.042 & ORS 619.046

Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 619.042, ORS 619.046, ORS 603.059, ORS 619.026 & ORS 619.036