In its desire to meet international standards in trade and commerce, the Ghanaian government has appointed the Custodian of Weights and Measures who would enhance fairness and accuracy in trade, a release said late Thursday.
Kobina Tahir Hammond, Minister for Trade and Industry, announced the appointment of Alexander Nii Oto Dodoo, Director-General of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), as the Custodian of Weights and Measures in Ghana.
Hammond said the appointment would ensure that Ghana aligns with international standards in metrology. This is vital for international trade and collaboration, as it establishes Ghana as a reliable and compliant partner on the global stage.
He added that the Director-General, as the Custodian, would appoint and deploy inspectors of Weightss and Measures for the effective administration of weights and measures.
The inspectors will examine every weight, measure. or instrument for trade and industry including health, safety and environment devices for the purpose of verification. They will also compare the weight, measure or instrument with the corresponding working standards.
“Accurate measurements are fundamental to economic growth as they instil confidence in consumers, ensures that consumers receive what they pay for and that businesses operate on a level playing field,” said the minister.
Hammond added that the trade ministry, in collaboration with the GSA, would implement extensive engagements with the business community and the trading public on the issue of weights and measures.