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What are the duties and responsibilities of an inspector?
What are the duties and responsibilities of an inspector?
Inform the owner or operator of any equipment that marginally meets inspection requirements, issue a signed Vehicle Inspection Report, accept full responsibility for the inspection quality, notify the Department representative if the driver's license is suspended or revoked.
Which of the following behaviors will result in enforcement action? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following behaviors will result in enforcement action? (Select all that apply)
What information should you check for to verify financial responsibility?
What information should you check for to verify financial responsibility?
Expiration Date
Which of the following is true regarding CNG vehicles? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following is true regarding CNG vehicles? (Select all that apply)
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We don't charge customers for failed inspections. It's better to let them know they will fail and have them return once they fix the problem.
We don't charge customers for failed inspections. It's better to let them know they will fail and have them return once they fix the problem.
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If a vehicle fails the safety inspection, the owner/operator is allowed 15 days to return for one free inspection when the failing item(s) are adjusted and/or corrected.
If a vehicle fails the safety inspection, the owner/operator is allowed 15 days to return for one free inspection when the failing item(s) are adjusted and/or corrected.
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To what speed must you get to perform a proper brake test?
To what speed must you get to perform a proper brake test?
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Which of the vehicles listed below is properly matched to the distance it is required to stop during the brake test?
Which of the vehicles listed below is properly matched to the distance it is required to stop during the brake test?
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What year vehicle do you have to inspect the parking brake?
What year vehicle do you have to inspect the parking brake?
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Which of the following is true regarding pedal reserve?
Which of the following is true regarding pedal reserve?
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Which of the following reasons will lead to a rejection of the horn? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following reasons will lead to a rejection of the horn? (Select all that apply)
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The windshield wiper control arm must be operational and lock in place.
The windshield wiper control arm must be operational and lock in place.
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A vehicle only needs to be equipped with one mirror that allows a view of at least 200 feet to the rear of the vehicle.
A vehicle only needs to be equipped with one mirror that allows a view of at least 200 feet to the rear of the vehicle.
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Which of the following reasons will lead to a rejection of the inspection in regards to the seatbelt?
Which of the following reasons will lead to a rejection of the inspection in regards to the seatbelt?
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Vehicles manufactured or assembled after the model year 1960 do not need to be equipped with electrical turn signal lamps.
Vehicles manufactured or assembled after the model year 1960 do not need to be equipped with electrical turn signal lamps.
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What model year vehicle (and newer) must be equipped with a high beam indicator that lights whenever the uppermost distribution of light from the headlights is in use?
What model year vehicle (and newer) must be equipped with a high beam indicator that lights whenever the uppermost distribution of light from the headlights is in use?
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Every vehicle must be equipped with at least two head lamps.
Every vehicle must be equipped with at least two head lamps.
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Which of the following reasons will result in a rejection of the inspection in regards to the headlights?
Which of the following reasons will result in a rejection of the inspection in regards to the headlights?
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What model year vehicle (and newer) must be equipped with turn signal lights?
What model year vehicle (and newer) must be equipped with turn signal lights?
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What color must the turn signal lights be in the rear?
What color must the turn signal lights be in the rear?
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What model year vehicle are two tail lights required on?
What model year vehicle are two tail lights required on?
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What model year vehicle are one tail light required on?
What model year vehicle are one tail light required on?
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The tail lights can have the appearance of blue dots.
The tail lights can have the appearance of blue dots.
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What model year vehicle are two stop lights required on?
What model year vehicle are two stop lights required on?
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What model year vehicle are one stop light required on?
What model year vehicle are one stop light required on?
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The stop lights on the vehicle must be red or amber in color.
The stop lights on the vehicle must be red or amber in color.
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Study Notes
Inspector Duties and Responsibilities
- Inform the vehicle owner of equipment that meets marginal inspection requirements.
- Issue a signed Vehicle Inspection Report for each inspected vehicle.
- Accept responsibility for the inspection quality upon signing the report.
- Notify the Department if the inspector's driver’s license is suspended or revoked.
Enforcement Actions
- Charging excess inspection fees is prohibited.
- Vehicle owners must be allowed to make corrections or adjustments through any qualified person.
- Issuing a passing inspection report without the required inspection items is illegal.
- Misrepresenting repair needs for passing inspection can lead to penalties.
Verification of Financial Responsibility
- Check the expiration date of financial documentation to ensure compliance.
CNG Vehicle Inspection Guidelines
- Do not inspect CNG vehicles with expired tank labels.
- Vehicle owners must be present for trunk-mounted tank inspections.
- Acceptable documentation is needed if the tank label is missing.
Inspection Policies on Failed Inspections
- False: Charging for failed inspections; customers should be informed of potential failure beforehand.
- True: Owners can return for one free inspection within 15 days after failing due to corrections.
Brake Testing Requirements
- A proper brake test requires a speed of 20 mph.
- Specific stopping distances during brake tests are:
- Coupe: 25 ft
- Motorcycle and Truck: 30 ft
- Bus Dump Truck: 40 ft
- 18-wheeler: 50 ft
Parking Brake Inspection
- Vehicles from the model year 1960 and newer require a parking brake inspection.
Pedal Reserve Specifications
- Power brakes require a reserve of 1 inch; conventional brakes require 2 inches.
Horn Inspection Criteria
- The horn is rejected if it produces an unreasonably loud, harsh sound or whistle.
Windshield Wiper Regulations
- True: The wiper control arm must be operational and able to lock in place.
Mirror Requirements
- True: Vehicles need at least one mirror providing a rear view of 200 feet.
Seatbelt Inspection Criteria
- Seatbelt inspection can be failed if:
- Front lap seat belts are absent.
- Belt buckles are inoperative or loose.
- A pelvic restraint is missing.
- Seatbelt webbing is frayed, split, or torn.
Turn Signal Regulations
- False: Vehicles manufactured after model year 1960 must have electrical turn signal lamps.
High Beam Indicator Requirement
- Vehicles from 1948 and newer must have a working high beam indicator.
Head Lamp Regulations
- True: All vehicles require at least two headlamps.
Headlight Inspection Standards
- Rejected if headlights are mounted more than 54 inches or less than 24 inches from the ground.
Turn Signal Light Requirements
- Vehicles from model year 1960 and newer must be equipped with turn signal lights.
- Rear turn signal lights must be red.
Tail Light Requirements
- Vehicles from model year 1960 and newer require two tail lights.
- Vehicles from 1959 and older require one tail light.
Tail Light Appearance Regulations
- False: Tail lights must not have blue dots.
Stop Light Requirements
- Vehicles from model year 1960 and newer must have two stop lights.
- Vehicles from 1959 and older require one stop light.
- True: Stop lights must be red or amber in color.
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Description
This quiz covers the duties and responsibilities of vehicle inspectors, enforcement actions regarding inspection protocols, verification of financial responsibility, and specific guidelines for inspecting CNG vehicles. Test your knowledge on the legal and procedural requirements that ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
