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Inspection Update Newsletter

The Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP), the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) and their contractor, Opus Inspection Technologies, Inc., recognize the need to keep vehicle inspection and repair professionals up-to-date with changes to the Massachusetts Vehicle Check Program, technical lessons learned and other related information. A newsletter, Inspection Update, is published quarterly with useful program information for licensed inspectors and registered repair technicians and facilities.

Because MassDEP, RMV and Opus are committed to conserving natural resources, the newsletter is now distributed exclusively by email to stations/inspectors and Registered Techs. In addition, an electronic version is posted on the Program website.

Videos

These videos are designed as a helpful resource to stations and inspectors for training and support:

Downloads and Forms

The following is a list of all downloadable PDFs from this section of the website:

ACH Bank Debit Authorization Form (PDF)
540 CMR 4.00 - Annual Safety and Combined Safety and Emissions Inspection of All Vehicles, Semi-Trailers and Converter Documents
540 CMR 21.00 7D Semi-annual Safety Inspection of School Pupil Transport Vehicles
310 CMR 60.00 - Air Pollution Control for Mobile Sources
Aftermarket Window Tint Guidelines
Barcode Scanner Configuration Sheet
Change of Address Form
Commercial Inspector Recertification Application
Inspection Station Complaint Form
Inspection Station Licensing Policies
Inspection Station Renewal Application (*After you click on the link to the left, select Business Services and then Inspection Station Services)
Inspector License Application (*After you click on the link to the left, select Professional Licenses and then Inspector License)
Inspection Station Equipment - Approved Third Party Equipment Vendors
Inspector Training Application
Inspector Training Application - Evening Only
License Plate Guidance
MASS17 Workstation Troubleshooting and Quick Start Guide
Memo regarding new Inspector License Application
RMV Business Partner Contact and eServices Administrator Access Forms
RMV FAQs Inspection Station Updates
RMV Inspection Station Updates: Vehicle Inspection Report (VIR) and Sticker Expiration
Transportation Network Company (TNC) Inspection Information
Transportation Network Company (TNC) Inspection FAQs
Van/Truck and Trailer Commercial Safety Inspection Poster
Vehicle Plate Types
VIR Printer Toner Cartridge Replacement and Maintenance
Zebra Printer Maintenance Instructions

Contacts and Links

The following are some helpful links for repair technicians, inspectors and station owners:

Inspection and Maintenance Program Advisory Council (IMPAC)
Massachusetts Vehicle Check relies on more than the Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP), the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) and their contractor to meet its goals. The vehicle inspection and repair industry, dealer groups and commercial fleet operators are all integral contributors to the program’s success in achieving cleaner air and safer roads across the Commonwealth.

To give these important stakeholders a voice in the design, implementation and operation of Massachusetts Vehicle Check, the agencies convened the Inspection & Maintenance Program Advisory Council (IMPAC).

IMPAC meets quarterly to provide industry representatives an opportunity to learn about and discuss issues that are germane and of consequence to their businesses and operations, including program and policy changes, training programs and advances in technology.

Industry associations currently participating include:

If you wish to participate in IMPAC meetings, please call our Customer Service Center at 1-844-358-0135 to verify you have the most current information.