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TEXAS VEHICLE EMISSIONS INSPECTOR LICENSING (CERTIFIED
EMISSIONS INSPECTOR) FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED-
VERIFIED ANSWERS- ALREADY GRADED A+
Automotive Environmental and Safety Inspection / State Emissions
This question practice exam for the Texas Vehicle Emissions Inspector
Licensing covers: DPS certification requirements (37 TAC §23.6, §23.55),
endorsements (S, C, E), training and examination, vehicle classifications,
affected counties , OBDII testing procedures, ASM-2 and TSI test
methods, emissions testing equipment and TIMS requirements, waivers
(Low Mileage, Individual Vehicle, Parts Availability, Low-Income),
extensions, vehicle inspection reports, prohibited practices, and
administrative penalties
This document aligns with the certification requirements for a Certified
Emissions Inspector under the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)
Vehicle Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Program, as
governed by 37 TAC Chapter 23, Subchapter E, and 30 TAC Chapter 114.
Questions 1–200
1. What is the primary authority of the Texas Department of Public Safety
(DPS) regarding the vehicle emissions inspection program?
A) Setting federal air quality standards for the Clean Air Act
B) Certifying vehicle emissions inspection stations and inspectors ✓
C) Establishing maximum contaminant levels for drinking water
D) Enforcing commercial vehicle weight limits
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*RATIONALE: DPS is the primary state agency responsible for certifying
emissions inspection stations and inspectors in Texas. This authority is
explicitly stated in 37 TAC §23.55(a), which outlines the requirements for
station certification for the I/M program.*
2. According to 37 TAC §23.55, how many opportunities does an
applicant have to pass the required written exam for inspector
certification?
A) One
B) Two
C) Three ✓
D) Four
RATIONALE: Section 23.6(c) of the Texas Administrative Code specifies
that an applicant for vehicle inspection station or vehicle inspector
certification will be given three opportunities to pass the written exam.
Failure to pass within 30 days of training terminates the application
process.
3. In addition to passing the written exam, which of the following is a
requirement to qualify as a certified emissions inspector?
A) Completion of an associate degree in automotive technology
B) Completion of the required training for the vehicle emissions
inspection program ✓
C) Two years of experience as a mechanic
D) Sponsorship by a licensed repair facility
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RATIONALE: 37 TAC §23.55(d) explicitly lists the requirements: be certified
as an official vehicle inspector, complete the required training for the
emissions program and receive DPS certification for that training,
comply with the DPS Training and Operations Manual, and complete
applicable department forms and reports.
4. Which endorsement on a vehicle inspector's certificate authorizes the
inspector to perform emissions testing?
A) S (safety only)
B) C (commercial only)
C) E (emissions test) ✓
D) T (trailer only)
*RATIONALE: Section 23.6(e) of the Texas Administrative Code defines the
endorsements: "S" for safety only inspection reports, "C" for commercial
motor vehicle inspection reports, and "E" for vehicles requiring an
emissions test report, including one-year safety/emissions and one-year
emissions only reports.*
5. A certified emissions inspector must qualify for and maintain one or
more endorsements by:
A) Submitting a notarized application every six months
B) Training and examination provided by the department ✓
C) Attending an annual industry conference
D) Completing a correspondence course from an accredited university
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RATIONALE: According to 37 TAC §23.6(e), each certified vehicle inspector
must qualify, by training and examination provided by the department,
for the endorsements they hold. The department determines the type of
vehicle inspection reports the inspector is certified to issue and the
types of inspections they are qualified to perform.
6. An inspector whose performance warrants additional scrutiny may be
required by the department representative to:
A) Surrender their certificate indefinitely
B) Pass all or a portion of the written test again ✓
C) Pay a re-certification fee triple the original amount
D) Complete an online ethics course every 90 days
RATIONALE: Under 37 TAC §23.6(f), if the department representative
determines that the vehicle inspector's performance warrants, they may
require the inspector to take and pass all or a portion of the written test
or require attendance at a vehicle inspection training program. Refusal
can result in suspension.
7. A certified vehicle inspector whose certificate is suspended due to
performance issues may have the suspension lifted only when they:
A) Appeal the decision to a court of law
B) Pay a penalty fee equal to the cost of the training course
C) Pass the required test or comply with the department's request ✓
D) Submit a letter of apology to the department's General Counsel
TEXAS VEHICLE EMISSIONS INSPECTOR LICENSING (CERTIFIED
EMISSIONS INSPECTOR) FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED-
VERIFIED ANSWERS- ALREADY GRADED A+
Automotive Environmental and Safety Inspection / State Emissions
This question practice exam for the Texas Vehicle Emissions Inspector
Licensing covers: DPS certification requirements (37 TAC §23.6, §23.55),
endorsements (S, C, E), training and examination, vehicle classifications,
affected counties , OBDII testing procedures, ASM-2 and TSI test
methods, emissions testing equipment and TIMS requirements, waivers
(Low Mileage, Individual Vehicle, Parts Availability, Low-Income),
extensions, vehicle inspection reports, prohibited practices, and
administrative penalties
This document aligns with the certification requirements for a Certified
Emissions Inspector under the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)
Vehicle Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Program, as
governed by 37 TAC Chapter 23, Subchapter E, and 30 TAC Chapter 114.
Questions 1–200
1. What is the primary authority of the Texas Department of Public Safety
(DPS) regarding the vehicle emissions inspection program?
A) Setting federal air quality standards for the Clean Air Act
B) Certifying vehicle emissions inspection stations and inspectors ✓
C) Establishing maximum contaminant levels for drinking water
D) Enforcing commercial vehicle weight limits
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*RATIONALE: DPS is the primary state agency responsible for certifying
emissions inspection stations and inspectors in Texas. This authority is
explicitly stated in 37 TAC §23.55(a), which outlines the requirements for
station certification for the I/M program.*
2. According to 37 TAC §23.55, how many opportunities does an
applicant have to pass the required written exam for inspector
certification?
A) One
B) Two
C) Three ✓
D) Four
RATIONALE: Section 23.6(c) of the Texas Administrative Code specifies
that an applicant for vehicle inspection station or vehicle inspector
certification will be given three opportunities to pass the written exam.
Failure to pass within 30 days of training terminates the application
process.
3. In addition to passing the written exam, which of the following is a
requirement to qualify as a certified emissions inspector?
A) Completion of an associate degree in automotive technology
B) Completion of the required training for the vehicle emissions
inspection program ✓
C) Two years of experience as a mechanic
D) Sponsorship by a licensed repair facility
, Page 3 of 105
RATIONALE: 37 TAC §23.55(d) explicitly lists the requirements: be certified
as an official vehicle inspector, complete the required training for the
emissions program and receive DPS certification for that training,
comply with the DPS Training and Operations Manual, and complete
applicable department forms and reports.
4. Which endorsement on a vehicle inspector's certificate authorizes the
inspector to perform emissions testing?
A) S (safety only)
B) C (commercial only)
C) E (emissions test) ✓
D) T (trailer only)
*RATIONALE: Section 23.6(e) of the Texas Administrative Code defines the
endorsements: "S" for safety only inspection reports, "C" for commercial
motor vehicle inspection reports, and "E" for vehicles requiring an
emissions test report, including one-year safety/emissions and one-year
emissions only reports.*
5. A certified emissions inspector must qualify for and maintain one or
more endorsements by:
A) Submitting a notarized application every six months
B) Training and examination provided by the department ✓
C) Attending an annual industry conference
D) Completing a correspondence course from an accredited university
, Page 4 of 105
RATIONALE: According to 37 TAC §23.6(e), each certified vehicle inspector
must qualify, by training and examination provided by the department,
for the endorsements they hold. The department determines the type of
vehicle inspection reports the inspector is certified to issue and the
types of inspections they are qualified to perform.
6. An inspector whose performance warrants additional scrutiny may be
required by the department representative to:
A) Surrender their certificate indefinitely
B) Pass all or a portion of the written test again ✓
C) Pay a re-certification fee triple the original amount
D) Complete an online ethics course every 90 days
RATIONALE: Under 37 TAC §23.6(f), if the department representative
determines that the vehicle inspector's performance warrants, they may
require the inspector to take and pass all or a portion of the written test
or require attendance at a vehicle inspection training program. Refusal
can result in suspension.
7. A certified vehicle inspector whose certificate is suspended due to
performance issues may have the suspension lifted only when they:
A) Appeal the decision to a court of law
B) Pay a penalty fee equal to the cost of the training course
C) Pass the required test or comply with the department's request ✓
D) Submit a letter of apology to the department's General Counsel
