| (a) All vehicle inspections performed in emissions
and non-emissions testing inspection stations must be reported using
an approved method or device at the time the inspection is conducted.
Access to the system at certified vehicle inspection stations must
be controlled using procedures, processes, and protocols as established
by the department.
(b) The records maintained in the database are governmental
records. Fraudulent use of the database may subject the person to
criminal prosecution, as well as administrative action.
(c) Vehicle inspectors and all other authorized users
are held accountable for the security and confidentiality of all assigned
access processes including, but not limited to, passwords, protocols,
tokens, or access/identification cards.
(d) Before each official vehicle inspection begins,
the inspector must use a unique identifier protocol as established
by the department that links the inspection record with the certified
vehicle inspector performing the inspection. The inspector of record
entering his unique identifier is responsible for the inspection of
all required items of inspection, must enter all information into
the electronic station interface device at the time of inspection,
and must complete other documents as required.
(e) Vehicle inspectors may not give, share, lend, or
divulge this unique identifier protocol, including but not limited
to: passwords, personal identification numbers (PIN), or access/identification
cards to another person. Failure to comply with this section may result
in suspension or revocation of the vehicle inspector's certification
as well as any appropriate criminal action or administrative disciplinary
action.
(f) The department may require certified vehicle inspectors
to acknowledge the department's policy for use and protection of access
procedures.
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