Department of Weights and Measures
The Department of Weights and Measures enforces all laws, ordinances and regulations relating to the accuracy of weight and measuring devices used by local businesses, including taxi meters and gas station pumps.
About Us
The department seals or condemns devices tested and performs such work in accordance with state laws, regulations and municipal ordinances, subject to review through reports and periodic checks by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Division of Standards. The department inspects prepackaged food and merchandise to ensure compliance with weight, measurement, count requirements and proper labeling.