Rhode Island Code of Regulations
Title 280 - Department of Revenue
Chapter 30 - Division of Motor Vehicles
Subchapter 15 - Safety and Emissions
Part 1 - Rhode Island Motor Vehicle Safety and Emission Control Regulation No.1
Section 280-RICR-30-15-1.15 - Authorization and Certification

1. A repair facility which is authorized as an Authorized Inspection Repair Station (AIRS) shall provide necessary space, tools, testing equipment, liability insurance, signage, repair reports and copies of the Rhode Island I/M Program rules and regulations as may be designated and required by the Department. At least one CIRT or CIT shall be available during the AIRS normal business hours.

1. Application for authorization shall be made on an official application form designated by the Department. Authorization shall be granted when the applicant demonstrates the ability to meet the requirements of §1.12.1(A) of this Part and meets and maintains the criteria required under the AIRS contract. 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 The authorization may be withdrawn by the Department for good cause at any time.

1. An AIRS may be located outside the state of Rhode Island boundaries, provided the AIRS management pledge to voluntarily submit to the jurisdiction of Rhode Island courts and these regulations. Out of state AIRS are not eligible to participate in the "Contractor Provided" equipment provision but must purchase any required inspection equipment from the I/M Program Manager through the "Self Financed Equipment" provision.

1. An AIRS must purchase test authorizations in minimum quantities of 5.

1. An AIRS must display the official inspection sign which indicates that the AIRS is an authorized motor vehicle safety and emission inspection station in a prominent location so as to be easily seen by passing motorists or pay a fine of $50 for each day the sign is not so displayed.