Bacolod cracks down on fuel pumps to stop overcharging amid price hikes
Bacolod City is tightening controls on fuel dispensers to protect consumers and retailers. A long-standing ordinance now faces stricter enforcement as rising fuel prices add urgency to the issue. The move aims to prevent overcharging and ensure fair transactions at petrol stations. City Ordinance 601, passed in 2012, sets rules for calibrating and sealing fuel pumps across Bacolod. It covers all businesses selling liquid petroleum products, from large stations to small retailers. The law mandates regular inspections and surprise checks to verify accuracy.
Councilor Wilson Gamboa Jr. recently pushed for stronger compliance with the ordinance. His resolution highlights the need for proper sealing and calibration to stop under-dispensing or overcharging. Accurate measurements also protect vehicle performance and safety while preventing financial losses for fuel sellers. The ordinance outlines fees for calibration services and penalties for violations. With global fuel prices climbing due to Middle East tensions, officials stress that fair measurement is both a legal requirement and a moral duty. Authorities now call for full implementation to maintain trust in the city’s fuel market.
The stricter enforcement of Ordinance 601 comes as fuel costs rise and public scrutiny grows. Properly sealed and calibrated pumps will help consumers avoid overpaying while shielding retailers from disputes. The city expects the measures to bring stability and fairness to petrol sales.
