This sticker is proof that a weighing or measuring instrument, that it is affixed to, has been examined, verified and tested as prescribed in the Weights and Measures Act 2006 and found to be either correct or incorrect.

The verification sticker indicates, through a check -mark on the field marked with “Assized” and “Rejected”, whether the instrument has been released for use in trade, or whether its use is prohibited.  A check mark on the “Assized” box shows the instrument has been checked, found to conform to the requirements of the Weight and Measures Act 2006 and released for use in trade. On the other hand, a check-mark on the “Rejected” box shows that an instrument has been checked, found to be unfit or non-compliant with the regulations of the act and thus its use is for trading purposes is prohibited.

Any instrument used directly for trading purposes in Botswana should have this sticker. Examples include fuel pumps in filling stations, weighing scales in supermarkets and butcheries, and weighbridges

Benefits of having the sticker

Trader
This sticker acts as proof that your instrument has been checked by an independent third party (BOBS) and deemed to be fit for use in trade.
Consumer
This sticker gives you confidence that the instrument used for billing or costing the product you are buying has been independently checked and released for use in trade.

Who is responsible for placing the sticker on the instrument?

An Inspector/Assizer from BOBS’ Trade Metrology Unit is responsible for placing this sticker on the instrument after verification.

Advice to Consumers

Consumer are advised to closely check the sticker to ensure that the instrument being used does not bear the Reject Sticker, because this sticker means the instrument shall not be used while the Assized/verified one means it can be used.