OIML (International Organization of Legal Metrology)

The International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML) is a global group that develops standards and guidelines to ensure measurement devices, like scales and meters, are accurate and reliable. Its goal is to promote consistency and trust in measurements used in trade, health, safety, and the environment across different countries. By setting common standards, OIML helps prevent disputes, fraud, and errors, ensuring measurements are fair and comparable worldwide. It provides technical advice, tests, and certifications, supporting nations in maintaining uniform measurement practices.