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Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-140 - CERTIFICATES OF INSPECTION ("INSPECTION STICKERS") › Subsection 222-1-140-25 - SCHOOL BUS INSPECTION STICKERS AND FORMS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. All school buses must be inspected twice
				  annually. The expiration date shall be the last day of the month six months
				  after the issuance of the sticker. The Inspection Technician shall remove the
				  block indicating the following six-month expiration.
NOTE: For example, stickers issued during February
					 shall have block 8 removed and expire the last day in August. Stickers issued
					 during August shall have block 2 removed and expire the last day in
					 February.
2. An
				  Inspection Technician who inspects a school bus and issues an inspection
				  sticker shall complete and furnish a minimum of two copies of the "Report of
				  School Bus Inspection" form. The "Report of School Bus Inspection" shall be
				  kept inside the bus and shall be available at the time of subsequent inspection
				  by the Maine State Police.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-140 - CERTIFICATES OF INSPECTION ("INSPECTION STICKERS") › Subsection 222-1-140-30 - TRAILER STICKERS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
Trailer inspection stickers are bound in sheets with an
					 attached, corresponding stub sheet. Trailer inspection stickers have an
					 adhesive backing. The completed sticker shall be placed on the lower left
					 lateral side of the trailer. The sticker must be readily visible to a person
					 standing upright next to the trailer.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-150 - STANDARDS AND PROCEDURES FOR LICENSURE › Subsection 222-1-150-01 - INSPECTION TECHNICIAN APPLICATION PROCESS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. Application Requirements
A. An Inspection Technician must be at least
				  18 years of age. The State Police may process an application and test an
				  applicant up to six months prior to the applicant's 18th birthday but shall not
				  issue the certificate (hereafter "license") until the applicant is 18 years of
				  age.
B. An Inspection Technician
				  must have an active driver's license and a valid right to operate a motor
				  vehicle in Maine. If the license is from another jurisdiction the applicant
				  shall provide a current background and driver's license check from that
				  jurisdiction.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-150 - STANDARDS AND PROCEDURES FOR LICENSURE › Subsection 222-1-150-05 - INSPECTION STATION LICENSE APPLICATION PROCESS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. Application Process
A. The owner (licensee) may apply for an
				  Inspection Station license using form(s) designated by the Maine State
				  Police.
B. The completed
				  application and full payment of fees shall be sent to the Maine State Police
				  Motor Vehicle Inspection Unit. Payment must be made by check or money order
				  made payable to "Treasurer State of Maine."
NOTE: Applicants should contact the Maine State
					 Police Inspection Unit or check the Inspection Unit's website for current fee
					 information.
Applicants should note that there will be a charge
					 for a State Bureau of Identification criminal records check.
C. False written statements on the
				  application will be grounds to deny the applicant a license or will result in a
				  license suspension if a license has been issued. False written statements may
				  also result in criminal prosecution.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-150 - STANDARDS AND PROCEDURES FOR LICENSURE › Subsection 222-1-150-10 - STICKER REPLACEMENT AND WINDOW TINT STATION LICENSE APPLICATION PROCESSES

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. A business
				  engaged in glass replacement as the primary source of income may apply to the
				  Maine State Police for a license as a Sticker Replacement Station. A business
				  engaged in vehicle window tinting or a licensed inspection station may apply
				  for a license as a window tint station.
2. Application Process
A. An applicant for a Sticker Replacement
				  Station or Window Tint Station license must apply on form(s) designated by the
				  Maine State Police.
B. The
				  completed application and full payment of fees shall be sent to the Maine State
				  Police Motor Vehicle Inspection Unit. Payment must be made by check or money
				  order made payable to "Treasurer - State of Maine."
NOTES: Sticker Replacement or Window Tint Station
					 applications, materials, and licensing fee information may be obtained online,
					 by consulting additionally provided guides and materials, or by contacting the
					 Maine State Police Inspection Unit office.
Applicants should contact the Maine State Police
					 Inspection Unit or check the Inspection Unit's website for current fee
					 information. Applicants should note that there will be a charge for a State
					 Bureau of Identification criminal records check.
C. False written statements on the
				  application will be grounds to deny the applicant a license or will result in a
				  license suspension if a license has been issued. False written statements may
				  also result in criminal prosecution.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-160 - LICENSE RENEWAL, SUSPENSION OR REVOCATION PROCESSES › Subsection 222-1-160-01 - LICENSE RENEWAL CRITERIA

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. An Inspection
				  Technician shall submit an application for renewal prior to the expiration date
				  of the license.
NOTE: To ensure timely processing, the application
					 should be submitted thirty (30) days prior to the expiration of a license. An
					 application will not be accepted as complete unless it includes all materials
					 required for licensure. Information regarding current fees for license renewal
					 may be obtained from the Inspection Unit.
2. A person may renew a license for up to 180
				  days following the date of expiration. The 180-day period does not postpone the
				  expiration date of the license. Inspection Technicians whose licenses have
				  lapsed as of the expiration date cannot exercise the privileges of the license
				  until a renewed license has been issued.
3. An application submitted more than 180
				  days after the license expiration date shall be considered an application for a
				  new license and subject to all requirements governing new applications, with
				  the exception that an examination is not required if application is made within
				  one year of expiration. The date of receipt of the application at the Motor
				  Vehicle Inspection Unit office shall be used to determine compliance with this
				  requirement.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-160 - LICENSE RENEWAL, SUSPENSION OR REVOCATION PROCESSES › Subsection 222-1-160-02 - SUSPENSIONS OR REVOCATION OF LICENSE

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
For the purposes of this subsection and subsection 160.03
					 the "licensee" means either the station license holder or an Inspection
					 Technician.
1. If a licensee violates
				  any Maine law or any rule relating to motor vehicle inspections including, but
				  not limited to, this Chapter generally a State Police officer or an employee of
				  the State Police designated as a Motor Vehicle Inspector may suspend the
				  license pursuant to Maine law. The suspension shall be for a period of up to
				  six months for the first offense. A second violation will be grounds for a
				  suspension of up to one year or complete revocation of license. In determining
				  the applicability of previous violations, the Bureau shall ascertain whether or
				  not a previous violation has been committed within the previous five (5)
				  years.
2. A State Police officer or
				  an employee of the State Police designated as a Motor Vehicle Inspector may
				  warn a licensee for minor violations of statute or rules relating to motor
				  vehicle inspections. Repeated warnings may become the basis for a license
				  suspension or revocation.
3. If a
				  license expires during the period of suspension, the licensee must apply for a
				  license renewal as described in this Chapter.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-160 - LICENSE RENEWAL, SUSPENSION OR REVOCATION PROCESSES › Subsection 222-1-160-03 - APPEALS AND HEARING PROCESS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. A licensee who
				  wishes to contest a suspension or revocation must request a hearing pursuant to
				  Title 5 MRSA, Chapter 375. This request must be made in writing within thirty
				  (30) days of the date of the suspension or revocation and must be sent to the
				  Maine State Police Inspection Unit. The suspension or revocation shall remain
				  in effect pending hearing or appeal. The date of receipt of such request at the
				  Motor Vehicle Inspection Unit office shall be used to determine compliance with
				  this requirement.
2. Hearing shall
				  be conducted pursuant to Title 5 MRSA, Chapter 375.
3. A decision issued following a hearing is
				  final agency action.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-170 - CLASSES A & E MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION STANDARDS › Subsection 222-1-170-01 - CLASS A MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. BRAKES
A. Procedure and Standard;
(1)
Brake Hydraulic
				  System
: Depress the brake pedal using moderate foot force. There
				  should be a minimum of approximately 113 of the available pedal travel
				  remaining. Moderate force is defined as 40 to 60 pounds in a non-power system,
				  and 15-20 pounds in a power-assist system. Check power-assist system with the
				  engine running.
(a) Reject vehicle if less
				  than 1/3 of the total available pedal travel remains when the pedal is
				  depressed under moderate foot pressure.
(b) Reject vehicle if pad is missing from
				  brake pedal.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-170 - CLASSES A & E MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION STANDARDS › Subsection 222-1-170-50 - CUSTOM VEHICLES AND STREET RODS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. GENERAL
A. All parts of all vehicles must comply with
				  all laws and rules pertaining to motor vehicle inspections, other than the
				  exemptions noted in this section.
B. Inspection Technicians must examine custom
				  vehicles and street rods for quality of workmanship, integrity of the vehicle
				  components, and the vehicle geometry. If the Inspection Technician believes,
				  based upon training and experience, that the strength or safety of any
				  component of a street rod or custom vehicle is insufficient, they must not
				  issue an inspection sticker.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-175 - CLASS E INSPECTION SEQUENCE & REPORTING REQUlREMENTS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
SUMMARY: This section describes the types and classifications
				  of vehicle emission inspections. The section also describes the sequence of
				  operations and proper test procedures to be performed during the
				  inspection.
1. REQUlREMENTS TO BECOME
				A CLASS E STATION
A. Class E station must have
				an approved scan tool that is capable of reading monitor status and malfunction
				indicator light (MIL) status of the vehicle being inspected. An approved scan
				tool is one that complies with the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
				Recommended Practice J1978 and J1979, or has been approved by the Commissioner
				of the Maine Department of Environmental Protection.
B. Class E station must have a gas cap
				pressure tester that has been approved by the Commissioner of the Maine
				Department of Environmental Protection so long as statute requires the gas cap
				pressure test to be conducted.
C.
				All Class A and Class D inspection stations and technicians located in
				Cumberland County shall also be licensed as a Class E station or
				technician.
D. Any licensed
				inspection station may become a Class E station
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-180 - CLASS B SCHOOL BUS INSPECTION STANDARDS › Subsection 222-1-180-05 - GENERAL PROVISIONS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. All school buses
				  must undergo a complete Class D inspection of all parts and accessories
				  necessary for safe operation of the school bus. Any exceptions or exemptions
				  are noted in this section.
2. All
				  school buses must be inspected for additional specific inspection items noted
				  in this section.
3. Reject vehicle
				  does not equal out of service. Out of service criteria is provided in the
				  supplemental information in the rear of this manual.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-180 - CLASS B SCHOOL BUS INSPECTION STANDARDS › Subsection 222-1-180-10 - CLASS B SCHOOL BUS INSPECTION STANDARDS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. SCHOOL BUS BODY AND EXTERIOR
A. EXHAUST SYSTEM
(1) Reject vehicle if the exhaust pipe expels
				  exhaust under the body of the bus.
(2) Reject vehicle if the exhaust pipe
				  terminates more than 2 inches beyond the outside perimeter of the body or rear
				  bumper or terminates inside of the perimeter of the body.
(3) Reject vehicle if, on a commercially
				  operated school bus, the exhaust pipe terminates other than to the rear of the
				  bus.
(4) Reject vehicle if, on a
				  non-commercially operated school bus, the exhaust pipe terminates other than to
				  the rear or to the left side of the bus. If the exhaust pipe terminates on the
				  left side of the bus, it must terminate no more than 18 inches forward of the
				  front edge of the rear wheel well.
(5) Reject vehicle if the exhaust pipe
				  terminates on the right side of the bus.
(6) Reject vehicle if, on a type C or D bus,
				  the tailpipe exits beneath a fuel fill or emergency door.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-190 - CLASS C MOTORCYCLE INSPECTION STANDARDS › Subsection 222-1-190-05 - CLASS C MOTORCYCLE INSPECTION

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. BRAKES.
A. GENERAL
(1) Wheels and drums are not required to be
				  removed from the vehicle being inspected to determine the condition of the
				  brake drums and linings unless the Inspection Technician believes, based upon
				  training and experience, that there is a problem or failure with the brakes and
				  advises the customer that the vehicle cannot be passed for inspection without
				  the removal of wheel(s) or drum(s) to allow further assessment so as to
				  determine whether the vehicle may be passed for inspection.
(2) At the customer's request, and with the
				  clear understanding by the customer that pulling the wheel or drum is not part
				  of the inspection and will be considered as labor at the hourly rate, the
				  Inspection Technician may remove the wheel(s) and/or drum(s) to show the
				  customer why the vehicle will not pass inspection.
(3) Whenever an Inspection Technician feels
				  that a road test of the motorcycle is necessary to ascertain braking efficiency
				  or safe handling characteristics, a road test may be completed before an
				  inspection sticker is issued.
(5)
				  Motorcycles equipped with self-proportioning or anti-lock brakes may have a
				  single brake control operated by the right hand or foot.
(6) Anti-lock braking systems cannot be
				  disconnected.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-190 - CLASS C MOTORCYCLE INSPECTION STANDARDS › Subsection 222-1-190-50 - SPECIALLY CONSTRUCTED MOTORCYCLES AND AUTOCYCLES

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. RECONSTRUCTED MOTORCYCLES
A. A specially constructed(reconstructed)
				  motorcycle must be inspected carefully as to the quality of workmanship, the
				  integrity of the vehicle components, and the vehicle geometry. If the
				  inspection technician has any doubt or question about the strength or safety of
				  any component of a specially constructed motorcycle, no inspection sticker is
				  to be issued.
B. Specially
				  constructed motorcycles must comply with all applicable laws and regulations,
				  including, but not limited to this Chapter.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-200 - CLASS D COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTION › Subsection 222-1-200-01 - DEFINITIONS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
Generally, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise,
					 undefined terms used in this rule have the same meaning as in Title 29-A. As
					 used in this Rule, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, these terms
					 have the following meanings.
IMPORTANT* If a State of Maine licensed inspection
					 station elects to perform a federal inspection on a vehicle, they
must
also perform a State of Maine inspection at the same
					 time.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-200 - CLASS D COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTION › Subsection 222-1-200-05 - TRANSMISSION AND BRAKES

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. TRANSMISSION
A. Test: If the vehicle is equipped with an
				  automatic transmission, test the vehicle's transmission forward and reverse
				  gears as well as the park position in automatic transmissions to ensure proper
				  working order.
B. Reject vehicle if
				  the forward or reverse gears are inoperative.
C. Reject vehicle if the park position is
				  inoperative.
D. Reject vehicle if
				  the gear selection indicator does not properly identify the current gear
				  position.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-200 - CLASS D COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTION › Subsection 222-1-200-10 - COUPLING DEVICES

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. FIFTH WHEELS
A. Mounting to Frame
(1) Reject vehicle if any fasteners are
				  missing or ineffective. (A fastener is not considered missing if there is an
				  empty hole in the device but no corresponding hole in the frame or vice
				  versa).
(2) Reject vehicle if there
				  is any movement between mounting components.
(3) Reject vehicle if any mounting angle iron
				  is cracked or broken.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-200 - CLASS D COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTION › Subsection 222-1-200-15 - EXHAUST SYSTEM

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. MUFFLER
Reject vehicle if it does not have a muffler. Do not
					 reject if the vehicle was manufactured without a muffler, but in accordance
					 with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
2. EXHAUST SYSTEM
A. Reject vehicle if there are exhaust system
				  leaks at any point forward of, or directly below the driver/sleeper
				  compartment. Exhaust system must he solid and secure.
B. Reject vehicle if any exhaust emission
				  control system is incomplete or not functioning properly.
C. Bus Exhaust Systems;
(1) Reject vehicle if it is a gasoline
				  powered bus and exhaust fumes leak or discharge forward of a point 6 inches
				  from the rear-most part of the bus.
(2) Reject vehicle if it is a non-gasoline
				  powered bus and exhaust fumes leak or discharge to a point in excess of 15
				  inches forward of the rear-most part of the bus or forward of a door or window
				  designed to be opened, except for emergency exits.
(3) Reject vehicle if any part of the exhaust
				  system of the vehicle is located in a position that would be likely to result
				  in burning, charring or damaging the electrical wiring, the fuel supply, or any
				  combustible part of the motor vehicle, including but not limited to, excessive
				  oil leaking from the engine, transmission, or rear end.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-200 - CLASS D COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTION › Subsection 222-1-200-20 - FUEL SYSTEM

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. Reject vehicle
				  if the fuel system has a visible leak at any point.
2. Reject vehicle if the fuel tank filler cap
				  is missing.
3. Reject vehicle if
				  the fuel tank is not securely attached to the motor vehicle because of loose,
				  broken, or missing mounting bolts or brackets. (Some fuel tanks use springs or
				  rubber bushings that permit movement).
4. Reject vehicle if fuel lines are rusted to
				  the point of flaking, chafed, or improperly mounted.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-200 - CLASS D COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTION › Subsection 222-1-200-25 - LIGHTING DEVICES

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. HEADLAMP
				  INSPECTIONS AND AIMING
A. GENERAL LAMP
				  INSPECTION
General lamp inspection requirements must comply with 49
					 CFR 393. Any replacement lamp must be DOT approved for highway use.
(1) Reject vehicle if any of the lighting
				  devices required by law are inoperable or missing. These include reflex
				  reflectors, headlamps, tail lamps, backing lights, plate lights, signal lights,
				  marker lights, side marker lights and fog or driving lights.
(2) Reject vehicle if any bulb in any lamp
				  required by law or regulation fails to function properly.
(3) Reject vehicle if any circuit fails to
				  light the proper filaments for the different switch positions.
(4) Reject vehicle if any lens is broken or
				  missing.
(5) Reject vehicle if any
				  lamp is not securely fastened to the vehicle.
(6) Reject vehicle if any lamp shows a beam
				  of color contrary to law or this Chapter.
(7) Reject vehicle if any lamp or lens is
				  turned or inclined so that its light is not properly directed.
(8) Reject vehicle if any lens or reflex
				  reflector is broken or missing.
(9)
				  Reject vehicle if LED lighting has more than 50% of LEDs not
				  functioning.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-200 - CLASS D COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTION › Subsection 222-1-200-30 - STEERING MECHANISM

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. WELD
A. Reject vehicle if there are any welds on
				  steering components.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-200 - CLASS D COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTION › Subsection 222-1-200-35 - SUSPENSION

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
Reject vehicle if any U-bolt(s), spring hanger(s), or other
					 axle positioning part(s) are cracked, broken, loose, severely worn or
					 missing.
NOTE: Severely worn means that the component is
					 likely to fail in the near future due to the compromised integrity of
					 component.
1. SPRING ASSEMBLY
A. Reject vehicle if any leaves in a leaf
				  spring assembly are broken, welded, cracked, severely worn or
				  missing.
B. Reject vehicle if a
				  coil spring is broken, welded, severely worn or cracked.
C. Reject vehicle if a rubber spring is
				  missing.
D. Reject vehicle if any
				  leaf is displaced in a manner that could result in contact with a tire, rim,
				  brake drum or frame.
E. Reject
				  vehicle if a torsion bar spring in a torsion bar suspension is broken or
				  severely worn.
F. Reject vehicle if
				  an air suspension is deflated, such as a leak, system failure, etc.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-200 - CLASS D COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTION › Subsection 222-1-200-40 - FRAME AND BODY COMPONENTS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. FRAME MEMBERS
A. Reject vehicle if any frame member is
				  cracked, broken, loose, sagging, severely worn or rusted to the point of
				  structural weakness.
B. Reject
				  vehicle if any fasteners, including fasteners attaching functional components
				  such as engine, transmission, steering gear, suspension, body parts, or fifth
				  wheel, are cracked, loose, or missing.
C. Reject vehicle if welds have not been done
				  in a professional manner.
D. Reject
				  vehicle if accessories are not bolted securely.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-200 - CLASS D COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTION › Subsection 222-1-200-45 - TIRES, WHEELS AND RIMS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. TIRES ON
				  STEERING AXLE OF A POWER UNIT
A. Reject
				  vehicle if any tire has less than 4/32 inch tread when measured at any point on
				  a major tread groove.
B. Reject
				  vehicle if body ply or belt material is exposed through the tread or sidewall
				  on any tire.
C. Reject vehicle if
				  there is any tread or sidewall separation on any tire.
D. Reject vehicle if there is any cut that
				  exposes ply or belt material on any tire.
E. Reject vehicle if any tire is labeled "Not
				  for Highway Use" or displays other markings that would indicate that the tire
				  is not intended for use on a public way or on a steering axle.
F. Reject vehicle if there is a tube type
				  radial tire without radial tube stem markings. These markings include a red
				  band around the tube stem, the word "radial" embossed in metal stems, or the
				  word "radial" molded in rubber stems.
G. Reject vehicle if the vehicle has a mix of
				  bias and radial tires on the same axle.
H. Reject vehicle if a tire flap protrudes
				  through a valve slot in the rim and touches a stem.
I. Reject vehicle if it has a re-grooved
				  tire. Vehicles that are operated exclusively in urban or suburban service are
				  exempt from this requirement. (See
				  49 CFR
				  §
												393.75(e)) . No truck
				  or truck tractor shall be operated with re-grooved tires on the front wheels
				  which have a load carrying capacity equal to or greater than that of 8.25-20 8
				  ply.
J. Reject vehicle if it has a
				  boot, blowout patch or other ply repair.
K. Reject vehicle if the weight carried
				  exceeds the tire load limit.
This includes overloaded tires resulting from low air
					 pressure.
L. Reject vehicle
				  if a tire is flat or has a noticeable or detectable leak.
M. Reject any bus equipped with recapped or
				  re-treaded tires.
N. Reject a
				  vehicle if any tire is so mounted or inflated that it comes in contact with any
				  part of the vehicle.
O. Reject
				  vehicle if the tire is weather cracked to the degree that failure is imminent.
NOTE: Inspecting technicians must use their
					 education, training and experience to determine if a tire is weather cracked to
					 the degree that failure is imminent. The age of the tire along with the degree
					 of weather cracking should be considered. Age of tire can be determined by the
					 DOT date code on the sidewall of the tire.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-200 - CLASS D COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTION › Subsection 222-1-200-50 - VEHICLE GLAZING: WINDSHIELD, SIDE AND REAR WINDOWS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. GENERAL
A. Reject vehicle if it is not equipped with
				  approved safety glass wherever glass is used in doors, windows, and
				  windshields, if the vehicle was manufactured after December 31, 193
				  7.
B. Reject vehicle if glass has
				  been removed, if the vehicle was manufactured with glass windshield or
				  windows.
C. Reject vehicle if the
				  glass used in the windshield is other than AS I rated glass.
D. Reject vehicle if the glass used in the
				  side or rear windows is other than AS I or AS2 rated glass.
E. Reject vehicle if a windshield repair
				  impairs the vision in the critical vision area.
F. Reject vehicle is the windshield has any
				  tint below the AS! line.
G. Reject
				  vehicle if side windows have less than 70% light transmittance.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-200 - CLASS D COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTION › Subsection 222-1-200-55 - SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. SEATS
A. Reject vehicle if any seat is loose or if
				  the seat frame is broken.
B. Reject
				  vehicle if the seat adjusting mechanism does not operate properly or will not
				  lock into position.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-200 - CLASS D COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTION › Subsection 222-1-200-60 - OTHER VEHICLE EQUIPMENT

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. WINDSHIELD
				  WIPERS
A. Reject vehicle if it is not equipped
				  with an adequate wiper or wipers. If the vehicle was provided with two wipers
				  as standard factory equipment, both must be in working order.
B. Reject vehicle if a wiper does not operate
				  freely or at a reasonable speed.
C.
				  Reject vehicle if a wiper blade has dead or worn rubber or if metal makes
				  contact with the windshield.
D.
				  Reject vehicle if the driver cannot reach and operate freely a hand wiper if
				  the vehicle is not equipped with automatic wipers.
E. Reject vehicle if windshield washer system
				  is inoperable, if originally equipped.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-200 - CLASS D COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTION › Subsection 222-1-200-70 - TRAILERS AND SEMI-TRAILERS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. BRAKES
A. SERVICE BRAKES
(1) Reject vehicle if there is an absence of
				  braking action on any required brake(s).
(2) Reject vehicle if there are any missing
				  or broken mechanical components including: shoes, lining pads, springs, anchor
				  pins, spiders, cam rollers, push-rods, Scams, and air chamber mounting
				  bolts.
(3) Reject vehicle if there
				  are any loose brake components including air chambers, reservoirs, spiders,
				  valves, and camshaft support brackets.
(4) Reject vehicle if there is any audible
				  air leak at brake chamber (Example; ruptured diaphragm, loose chamber clamp,
				  etc.).
(5) Reject vehicle if there
				  is a mismatch across any axle of air chamber size or slack adjuster
				  length.
(6) Reject vehicle if any
				  brake is past the readjustment limit. Stroke shall be measured with engine off
				  and reservoir pressure of 90 to 100 p.s.i. with brakes fully applied.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-200 - CLASS D COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTION › Subsection 222-1-200-75 - SPECIAL MOBILE EQUIPMENT

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. INSPECTION
A. Special mobile equipment that is required
				  to be registered must be inspected annually. Pieces of special mobile equipment
				  that operate on tracks or exclusively off road are exempt from this
				  requirement.
B. Special mobile
				  equipment is subject to a partial inspection. A partial inspection checks for
				  the adequacy of the following;
(1)
				  Brakes
(2) Lights (if originally so
				  equipped)
(3) Steering system
				  components
(4) Drive
				  lines
(5) Tires and
				  wheels
(6) Engine and exhaust
				  system
(7) Hydraulic and cable
				  controls
(8) Any other mechanical
				  parts or body components that may affect the safe operation of such
				  equipment.
C. If a piece
				  of special mobile equipment has passed inspection, a Class D inspection sticker
				  shall be issued and shall be placed either in the lower left corner of the
				  windshield or in the center of the windshield behind the rear-view mirror. If
				  the equipment is not normally equipped with a windshield, the inspection
				  sticker shall be kept with the special mobile equipment registration.
D. Fee information for Special Mobile
				  Equipment can be obtained in additionally provided material or from the State
				  Police Inspection Unit online.
E. A
				  commercial vehicle report, as described in this Chapter is not required for
				  partial inspections of special mobile equipment.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 1 - MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION RULES › Sec2 222-1-200 - CLASS D COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTION › Subsection 222-1-200-80 - PERIODIC INSPECTION RECORD KEEPING REQUIREMENTS

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
NOTE: These requirements may apply to a motor vehicle
					 or combination of vehicles that exceed 10,000 pounds gross vehicle weight and
					 are engaged in intra or interstate commerce.
1. PREPARATION OF REPORTS
A. The qualified Technician performing the
				  inspection shall prepare a report, which includes the items listed below.
				  Vehicles not in commerce such as motor homes and municipal vehicles do not
				  require this report.
B. The report
				  shall include;
(1) Information to identify the
				  Technician performing the inspection, including the Technician's printed or
				  typed name and signature.
(2)
				  Information that identifies the registered owner of the vehicle.
(3) Information that identifies the motor
				  carrier operating the vehicle, if other than the registered owner.
(4) Information regarding the date and
				  location of the inspection.
(5)
				  Information regarding the registration plate number and vehicle identification
				  number of the vehicle being inspected.
(6) Information that identifies the vehicle
				  components inspected and describes the results of the inspection, including the
				  identification of those components not meeting the minimum standards set forth
				  in this Chapter.
(7) Information
				  certifies the accuracy and completeness of the inspection as complying with all
				  the requirements of this Chapter.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 3 - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO BEANO › Section 222-3-01 - General Requirements

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A. Occasion: The
				definition for the word "occasion" shall mean a single gathering or session at
				which a series of successive Beano games are played.
B. No game may be conducted in any location
				where alcoholic beverages are sold, dispensed, or consumed one hour before and
				throughout, including intermissions, the conduct of any licensed Beano or Bingo
				game.
(1) The entrance from the outdoors to
				that part of a building where a licensed Beano or Bingo game is conducted must
				be separate and at least 15 feet away from the outdoor entrance to that part of
				the building where alcoholic beverages are sold, dispensed, or
				consumed.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 3 - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO BEANO › Section 222-3-02 - EQUIPMENT

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A. No game of Beano shall be conducted with
				any Beano equipment unless said equipment is (a) owned absolutely, or (b) used
				without payment or any compensation therefore, except that electronic beano
				card computer systems, electronic beano card daubers, and electronically-stored
				beano cards may be leased under terms determined to be reasonable by the
				Department.
1. As part of the determination of
				the reasonableness of any lease, the Department shall:
a. Prohibit revenue sharing between the
				customer and any third party,
b.
				Require a certificate of approval of this beano equipment from a recognized
				independent testing laboratory and
c. Require the lease contracts be submitted
				to the Department.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 3 - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO BEANO › Section 222-3-04 - Maximum Prizes

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.
(1) No single prize awarded shall be in
				excess of $400 in value.
(2) No
				more than $1,400.00 may be awarded during any one occasion.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 3 - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO BEANO › Section 222-3-05 - Expenditures

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A. The Licensee may pay as compensation to a
				member of the Licensee, who has been in good standing as such for at least two
				years previous to application, an amount not to exceed 200% of the minimum wage
				as established by Title 26, Chapter 7, Subchapter III, for advising,
				controlling and managing the conduct of Beano.
The Licensee may also pay as compensation to a member of the
				  Licensee who has been in good standing for at least one year previous to
				  application, an amount not to exceed 200% of the minimum wage as established by
				  Title 26, Chapter 7, Subchapter III, for assisting in the conduct of Beano or
				  Lucky Seven Games.
The Licensee may pay as compensation to any member or
				  employee an amount not to exceed 200% of the minimum wage as established by
				  Title 26, Chapter 7, Subchapter III, for janitorial services.
The Licensee may also pay reasonable amounts for the use of
				  suitable premises, furniture and goods, wares, or merchandise to be given as
				  prizes.
An amount not to exceed 200% of the minimum wage as
				  established by Title 26, Chapter 7, Subchapter III, may be paid to members of
				  the Licensee for conducting Lucky Seven Games as authorized by Section 324 S
				  ubsection 3.
All such payments shall be made from the respective Beano and
				  Games of Chance accounts and reported on the respective Beano and Games of
				  Chance disposition of funds reports.
At no time shall the payments made pursuant to this rule
				  exceed 20% of the net revenue after deducting expenses for prizes, license fees
				  and any other direct expense.
B. If the Licensee has operated Beano on ten
				or more occasions during the preceding fiscal year and continues to operate
				Beano during the current fiscal year, or, if the Licensee intends to operate
				Beano on ten or more occasions, said Licensee shall, in addition to the other
				books and records required hereafter, maintain and keep a separate account of
				the type commonly known as a "Checking Account" in a reputable banking
				establishment. A Licensee maintaining such an account under these Rules and
				Regulations shall deposit, therein, within one week from the date an occasion
				was held, the gross receipts from its operation of Beano, and shall make any
				necessary expenditures entailed in its operation of the amusement from this
				account by check. No other use shall be made of this account. The licensee
				shall maintain in the checking account an amount sufficient to cover all the
				checks written for each occasion.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 3 - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO BEANO › Section 222-3-06 - Proceeds

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
Except as provided for in Rule 31, proceeds from any Beano
				  game shall not be used to provide salaries, wages or other remuneration to
				  members, officers, or employees of any organization authorized to conduct Beano
				  or Bingo games under this title.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 3 - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO BEANO › Section 222-3-07 - Reports and Records Required

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A. Within SIX days
				after any period in which Bingo or Beano is conducted, with other than an
				annual license, the Licensee shall file with the Chief of the Maine State
				Police a disposition of funds form prescribed and furnished by him. Within SIX
				days after each calendar month of an annual license period during which Bingo
				or Beano is conducted, the Licensee shall file with the Chief of the Maine
				State Police a disposition of funds form prescribed and furnished by him, which
				shall include:
1. An exact account of all
				income from Beano or Bingo;
2. A
				list of all expenses, including, but not limited to, the cost of all prizes,
				printing, licenses and administration; and
3. An exact account of the disposition of all
				other proceeds from Beano or Bingo, including, but not limited to, all gifts,
				grants and payments to any person, firm, corporation, association or
				organization for any purpose whatsoever.
Every such statement shall be made under oath by the member
				  in charge of such occasion and shall be open to public inspection.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 3 - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO BEANO › Section 222-3-08 - Safety Precautions

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A. The following
				minimum safety requirements shall be adhered to per the State Fire Marshal's
				Office:
(1) The number, type and location of
				fire extinguishers shall be at the discretion of the State Fire Marshal's
				Office base on size and location of the playing area.
(2) There shall be exit signs for each exit,
				with emergency lighting for all exits, hallways and the playing area.
(3) Steps and stairs leading into, and those
				in the building, shall be kept free of obstructions and in good repair, with at
				least one handrail per set of steps or stairs.
(4) There shall be no obstruction of any
				nature in any aisle, corridor, or stairway in or leading to, the licensed
				premises during the conduct of any Beano game.
(5) All exit doors from the playing area and
				the license premises shall swing outward, and shall not be provided with a
				latch or lock unless it is panic hardware.
(6) Heating units, if involved, shall be
				installed in separate rooms with fire resistive rating of at least one hour, or
				shall be otherwise located and installed in such a manner as to protect the
				occupants in the event of any emergency or panic.
Note: If your organization is considering any new
				  construction or alterations to the Beano premises, it is suggested that you
				  consult the State Fire Marshal's Office, 52 State House Station, Augusta, Maine
				  04333. Telephone (207) 624-8964.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 3 - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO BEANO › Section 222-3-09 - Commercial Hall Permits

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A commercial hall permittee shall conspicuously post the
				  commercial beano hall permit at the leased or rented hall in the room or area
				  where Beano is being conducted.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 4 - MAINE MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATION (Cite as 16-222 CMR c. 4) › Section 222-4-1 - Definitions

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
For the purpose of this Chapter, the following terms are
				  defined as follows:
A.
Commercial motor vehicle
. "Commercial motor vehicle" means any
				self-propelled or towed motor vehicle used on a highway in interstate or
				intrastate commerce to transport passengers or property when the vehicle -
1. Has a gross vehicle weight rating or gross
				combination weight rating, or gross vehicle weight or gross combination weight,
				of 4,536 kg (10,001 pounds) or more, whichever is greater; or
2. Is designed or used to transport more than
				eight (8) passengers (including the driver) for compensation; or
3. Is designed or used to transport more than
				fifteen (15) passengers, including the driver, and is not used to transport
				passengers for compensation; or
4.
				Is used in transporting material found by the Secretary of Transportation to be
				hazardous under
				49 U.S.C.
				§5103 and transported in a quantity
				requiring placarding under regulations prescribed by the Secretary under 49
				C.F.R., subtitle B, chapter I, subchapter C.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 4 - MAINE MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATION (Cite as 16-222 CMR c. 4) › Section 222-4-2 - Applicability

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
This regulation applies to any interstate or intrastate
				  common, contract, and private motor carrier that transports passengers or
				  property in Maine.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 4 - MAINE MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATION (Cite as 16-222 CMR c. 4) › Section 222-4-3 - Adoption and incorporation by reference of federal regulations, without state amendments

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
Pursuant to
				   29-A M.R.S.
				  §555, sub-§
									2, the Bureau of the Maine State Police
				  hereby adopts and incorporates by reference into this Chapter, without State
				  amendments:
A. Title 49, Parts 40,
				382, 390, 393, and 396, and Appendices to Subchapter B of the
Code of
				Federal Regulations
as amended;
B. Title 49, Part 392, §§ 392.1
				through 392.71 of the
Code of Federal Regulations
, as amended;
				and
C. Title 49, Part 392,
				§§ 392.80 and 392.82 of the
Code of Federal
				Regulations
, as amended
.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 4 - MAINE MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATION (Cite as 16-222 CMR c. 4) › Section 222-4-4 - Adoption and incorporation by reference of federal regulations, with state amendments

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
Pursuant to
				   29-A M.R.S.
				  §555, sub-§
									2, the Bureau of the Maine State Police
				  hereby adopts and incorporates by reference into this Chapter (1) Title 49
				  Parts 383, 391, and 395, and Appendices to Subchapter B, of the
Code of
				  Federal Regulations
, as amended, with the following State amendments,
				  and (2) Title 49, Section 391.41(b)(12)(i) as amended, with the following State
				  amendments:
A.
Hazardous
				Materials
1. There are no exemptions
				for motor carriers, vehicles, or drivers transporting hazardous materials of a
				type or quantity that requires the vehicle to be marked or placarded in
				accordance with 49 C.F.R., Subchapter C, Pt. 172.
Code of Maine Rules › 16 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY › 222 - BUREAU OF STATE POLICE › Chapter 4 - MAINE MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATION (Cite as 16-222 CMR c. 4) › Section 222-4-5 - Adoption and incorporation by reference of additional federal regulations

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
The Bureau of the Maine State Police hereby adopts and
				  incorporates by reference into this Chapter Title 49, Part 385 of the
Code of Federal Regulations
, as amended.