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Fish landings

The Norwegian Metrology Service supervises fish landing facilities to ensure that measurements related to the reception and trade of fish are correct. This supervision helps build trust in measurements within the industry, in relation to external stakeholders, and in international contexts.

The supervision reveals a relatively high proportion of errors in measurements at landing facilities – both unintentional and, on some occasions, intentional. This has created the need for more inspections and thus higher overall costs for supervision of the industry in recent years. Supervision by the Norwegian Metrology Service is cost-intensive due to travel, expensive equipment and, at times, the need for several inspectors at each inspection. For operators where the risk is considered high, inspections may need to be carried out several times a year at each landing facility.

Do you have a newly established landing facility?

If you have established a company, the Norwegian Metrology Service requires information about this. Please contact us.

Do you need documented verification of your measuring instruments – at a time that suits you?

The Norwegian Metrology Service offers on-request verification as one of our services. As a neutral third party, we can carry out verification and in-use inspections and issue documentation. We have the equipment and expertise to help your enterprise meet the requirements for measurements.

Frequently asked questions

How are summons, decisions and receipts from the Norwegian Metrology Service sent?


In connection with supervision of measuring instruments, the Norwegian Metrology Service sends summons, decisions and receipts digitally via Altinn. This follows from the Digitalisation Circular (Digitaliseringsrundskrivet), which requires businesses to receive digital correspondence from public authorities.

How do I find correspondence from the Norwegian Metrology Service in Altinn?
  1. Select the correct enterprise/profile when logging in to Altinn, in the top right corner.
  2. Check that you have the role “Post/Archive” for the enterprise you represent.
  3. Look in folders such as “Archived” and “Deleted messages” – the correspondence may have been moved.
  4. If you still cannot find the correspondence, contact Altinn user service:
    • Telephone: 75 00 60 00
    • www.altinn.no
Why are scales at fish landings inspected?


To ensure correct settlement between the fisher and the buyer, in line with regulations and requirements from the fisheries authorities.

Does supervision involve costs?


Many of the Norwegian Metrology Service’s supervision areas are financed via annual fees paid by the relevant industry. Other actors will receive an invoice after supervision. You can find pricing information here.

Which measuring instruments are subject to supervision?


All measuring instruments used for financial settlement in trade and industry – for example, scales, fuel dispensers, and water meters – are subject to supervision.

What must I do after a supervision?


If nonconformities are found, you will receive guidance on what must be corrected, a deadline for remediation, and information on any fees.

What happens during a supervision?


Supervision may involve checking the measuring instrument or the measurement process, providing information on correct use, and guidance on the regulations. After supervision, the enterprise receives a report or a decision.

Why does the Norwegian Metrology Service carry out supervision of measuring instruments?


Supervision ensures that measuring instruments used in trade and industry provide correct and fair measurements – for the benefit of both consumers and businesses.

 

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