Get Vehicle Scale Test Report Form

Completing the Vehicle Scale Test Report Form accurately is essential for documenting scale tests required by the Packers and Stockyards Program. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to assist users in filling out the form online with confidence.

Follow the steps to complete the Vehicle Scale Test Report Form effortlessly.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Enter the date when the scale test was conducted. Ensure the date format is correct.
3. Input the name of the scale owner along with their full address, including street address, city, county, and state.
4. Provide the name and address of the poultry processor or dealer using the scale.
5. Enter the name and address of the agency conducting the test.
6. Add the manufacturer of the scale indicator. Make sure names are spelled correctly.
7. Specify the scale's capacity, indicating how much it can weigh.
8. Describe the kind of indicator used, such as digital, dial, or beam.
9. Enter the serial number of the indicator being tested.
10. Fill in the minimum division, which denotes the smallest increment measurable by the scale.
11. If applicable, input the make or manufacturer of the balance indicator.
12. Record the platform size by providing the length and width in feet.
13. State the balance condition of the indicator upon arrival, measured in pounds.
14. Indicate the type of levers used — whether mechanical, electro-mechanical, or load cell.
15. If the indicator is below ground level, enter the depth of the pit in feet.
16. Document the date of the last vehicle scale test conducted.
17. Specify the year the indicator was installed at its current location.
18. Indicate the section of the scale used for testing.
19. Provide the test weight in pounds, and record the scale indication during the test.
20. Calculate and enter any errors encountered during the test that compare test weight to scale indication.
21. Record the empty truck weight and provide the added test weights.
22. Enter the scale indication with the truck plus weights included.
23. Document any errors related to test weights and confirm if they meet accuracy requirements.
24. Fill out any repairs, adjustments, or changes made during testing.
25. Include recommendations for repair or replacement based on the test results.
26. If possible, have the scale owner or officer add their signature, though it is not a required field.
27. Ensure the inspector who conducted the test signs the form for validation.
28. Finally, review all entries for accuracy, then save changes, download, print, or share the completed form.

Complete your Vehicle Scale Test Report Form online today to ensure compliance and accuracy.