Nineteen durian traders in Negeri Sembilan were fined RM5,200 after they were found to have short-changed the public with weighing and measuring equipment that had been tampered with.
The compound notices were issued by the Negeri Sembilan branch of the domestic trade, cooperatives and consumerism ministry (KPDNKK) in an operation dubbed Ops Duri, conducted since Monday.
KPDNKK, in a statement here last night, said the compound fines were imposed under Section 14 (6) of the Weights and Measures Act 1972.
The operation mounted at 46 durian business premises around Mantin, Senawang, Jalan Pantai-Jelebu and Kuala Klawang also involved personnel from Metrology Corporation Malaysia Sdn Bhd (MCM).
“Ops Duri was also aimed at highlighting to the people the importance of ensuring that all measuring instruments used for trade are verified so that they are not easily deceived by traders who use inaccurate scales.
“However, no goods were seized and Ops Duri will continue until the end of the durian season,” the statement said.
Consumers who find traders not complying with the law may submit their complaints to 1Malaysia One Call Centre (1MOCC) at 03-8000 8000 and the toll-free Information and Strategic Operations Movement Centre (PIGOS) line 03-8882 6088/6245, or through the Ez ADU smartphone application. They can also email e-aduan@kpdnkk.gov.my.
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