Security Markings

In order that measuring instruments can be used after repair until verification the responsible authority can authorize qualified persons. These persons seal the respective measuring instruments after adjustment by a protective mark in order to prevent unauthorized modifications of the measuring instruments until verification. Thus metrological characteristics can not be influenced any more.

Preconditions

Only persons can be authorized who

possess the necessary reliability and
appropriate training for the relevant measuring instruments as well as
can prove at least three years of relevant professional training

Responsible authority

Bundesamt für Eich- und Vermessungswesen and each verification office

Procedure

The application has to be submitted in written form to the responsible authority and has to include the following information:

First name and family name
Address
Date of birth
Place of birth
Name or company, resp, of the employer
Occupation of the employer

Note:

The procedure and the requirements are according to the ordinance of the BEV for protective marks

Necessary documents

Information from the juridical records (not older than one month)
proof of at least three years of relevant professional training (certificates)
proof of the kind and duration of the present occupation by a confirmation of the employer
if applicable, proof of the kind and duration of former occupations relevant for the present occupation (by confirmation of the respective employer and proof of the training for this occupation)
information about the intended categories of measuring instruments, if applicable, types and manufacturers
proof of training by the manufacturer or his representative, respectively

Legal basis

§ 45 paragr. 2 Metrology Act (MEG)