Section 280-RICR-30-15-2.9 - Authorized Inspection Stations and InspectorsA. Technicians and business owners/managers seeking authorization as an inspector or inspection station or must obtain authorization from the DMV before they can conduct official inspections.B. Heavy-duty Authorized Inspection and Repair Station (HD-AIRS) 1. Owners of diesel repair facilities may be authorized by the DMV to conduct official inspections. a. Requirements (1) A repair facility which is authorized as a Heavy-duty Authorized Inspection and Repair Station (HD-AIRS) shall use a smoke opacity analyzer approved by the DMV to perform the SAEJ1667 test method, and shall provide necessary space, testing equipment, tools, liability insurance, signage, repair reports and copies of the "Official Manual for Vehicle Inspection," rules and regulations and other informational materials as may be designated and required by the DMV. At least one Diesel Certified Inspection Technician (DCIT) shall be available to perform emissions inspections during the HD-AIRS normal business hours. An authorized inspection station cannot be located outside of Rhode Island.b. Application (1) Application for authorization shall be made on an official application form designated by the DMV. Authorization shall be granted when the applicant demonstrates the ability to meet the requirements of this regulation and the "Official Manual for Vehicle Inspection." No authorization may be assigned, transferred or used at any location other than the location designated on the original application. The authorization may be withdrawn by the DMV for good cause at any time.C. Authorized Fleet Inspection Stations (AFIS)1. The owner of a fleet of 10 or more diesel powered motor vehicles that are centrally maintained may apply for authorization as an AFIS and must be certified by the DMV prior to conducting official inspections.a. Requirements (1) A repair facility which is authorized as an Authorized Fleet Inspection Station shall use a smoke opacity analyzer approved by the DMV to perform the SAE J1667 test method, and provide the necessary space, tools, liability insurance, and copies of the "Official Manual for Vehicle Inspection" and regulations as may be designated and required by the DMV. At least one Certified Inspection Technician (DCIT) shall be available to perform emissions inspections. An authorized fleet station inspection station cannot be located outside of Rhode Island.b. Application (1) Application for authorization shall be made on an official application form designated by the DMV. Authorization shall be granted when the applicant demonstrates the ability to meet the requirements of the "Official Manual for Vehicle Inspection" and this regulation. No authorization may be assigned, transferred or used at any location other than the location designated on the original application. The authorization may be withdrawn by the DMV for good cause at any time.D. Reporting 1. Owners of HD-AIRS and AFIS shall provide a monthly "Inspection Activity Report" to the DMV on the first Wednesday of each month. The report must be on a form designed by the DMV and shall include but not be limited to the following:a. The number of initial inspection, or reinspection performed;b. The number of vehicles that passed the inspection;c. The number of vehicles that failed the inspection;d. A copy of the inspection report for each vehicle inspected and,e. Other information as the DMV may reasonably require to enable it to determine compliance with these regulations.E. Diesel Certified Inspection Technicians (DCIT)1. Individuals must be certified by the DMV to conduct official inspections. a. Requirements(1) A person seeking certification as a Diesel Certified Inspection Technician (DCIT) must be sixteen (16) years of age or older, and must hold a valid driver's license to operate all vehicles subject to this regulation. In addition, the DCIT applicant must have successfully completed the requirements of a training course approved by the DMV or designee. The Diesel Certified Inspection Technician must demonstrate to the DMV a knowledge of and proficiency in performing the required test procedures.b. Application (1) The application for Diesel Certified Inspection Technician must be on an official form designated by the DMV. The application is for an individual not a corporate or company application. The designation as a Diesel Certified Inspection Technician may be withdrawn by the DMV for good cause at any time.280 R.I. Code R. 280-RICR-30-15-2.9
Adopted effective 12/31/2018