# The Non-automatic Weighing Instruments Regulations 2016, Regulation 61: Provisions as to directions under regulations 58 and 60


(1) This regulation applies in relation to directions given under regulations 58 (regulated non-automatic weighing instruments presenting a risk) and 60 (compliant regulated non-automatic weighing instruments which present a risk).
(2) A direction must—
(a) be in writing;
(b) describe the regulated non-automatic weighing instrument to which it relates in a manner sufficient to identify that instrument;
(c) specify the risk identified by the market surveillance authority; and
(d) specify the steps that the economic operator must take (including the time period within which they must be taken).
(3) The Secretary of State may impose a monetary penalty on an economic operator who fails to comply with a direction given under regulation 58 or 60.
(4) Schedule 5 has effect in relation to monetary penalties imposed under paragraph (3).

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2016/1152/regulation/61 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/non-automatic-weighing-instruments-regulations-2016/regulation-61
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