A video has been making the rounds stopping you from being cheated at your petrol station
Have you ever wondered if you’re receiving the correct amount of petrol when filling up at a station? If you’ve ever felt that the petrol doesn’t quite add up to the amount you paid for, you’re not alone. There’s a possibility that some petrol stations could be tampering with their petrol pumps to manipulate the readings, and the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) has recently highlighted this issue.
In a recent video shared on their TikTok account, a KPDN officer explains how to identify potential tampering at petrol stations. One of the first things to check when filling up is the sticker on the petrol pump. This sticker should indicate whether the pump has passed its routine inspection.
Moreover, it will also show the expiration date for the next inspection. If this sticker is missing or expired, it could be a sign that the pump’s readings haven’t been properly verified for accuracy. The officer further explains that if you notice a discrepancy, such as receiving less petrol than expected, you have the right to file a complaint with KPDN.
The Ministry will inspect the petrol pump and investigate any irregularities. This ensures that consumers get the right amount of fuel for the price they pay. The officer then takes viewers inside the mechanics of the pump to demonstrate how the volume of petrol dispensed is measured using a precise liquid measuring device.
This device is also used to verify the accuracy of the pump’s readings, ensuring fairness in commercial transactions. In a more concerning segment of the video, the officer reveals how petrol pumps might be tampered with to pour out less petrol than the displayed amount.
On top of that, standing beside an open petrol pump, the officer shows a tampered seal that could have been altered by the petrol station owner or staff to manipulate the pump’s functionality and maximize profits. “We found a petrol station that has tampered with its pump to benefit financially.” said the officer, urging viewers to watch part two for more details.
Part two of the video, uploaded on 4 February, shows the officer and colleagues testing the tampered pump. They filled a measuring can labeled for 10 liters of petrol, but the actual volume was less than expected. This evidence is used to show that the petrol station has violated regulations under the Weighing and Measuring Act 1972.
We got all this from The Rakyat Post and their full article is linked here. Thank you The Rakyat Post for the information and images.
