Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 45, November 9, 2024
Section 177.405 - Emission inspection areas(a) Emission inspections shall be conducted within approved enclosed or outside inspection areas that are safe, sound, well ventilated, and in good repair and condition. (1) Emission inspections shall be conducted within an approved enclosed building when outside temperatures are below 35°F or above 110°F or relative humidity exceeds 85%, or when it is precipitating.(2) Emission inspections may be conducted in an approved area outside an enclosed building when outside temperatures are between 35°F and 110°F with from 0 to 85% relative humidity and if there is no precipitation. The analyzer shall remain within the approved enclosed building at all times but the probe and exhaust gas hose may be extended outside to the vehicle being inspected.(b) Anticipated alterations or changes affecting the condition, size or safety of inspection areas shall be reported to the Quality Assurance Officer within 5 days of the anticipated alteration or change.(c) The floor shall be of a hard, clean surface and in sound, smooth condition. Dirt floors will not be approved.(d) The inspection area shall be free of obstructions, including shelves, work benches, partitions, displays, machinery and stairways, unless, in the opinion of the quality assurance officer, the obstruction does not protrude into the area far enough to curtail or interfere with inspection.(e) Emission inspection stations shall be at least 12 feet by 22 feet.The provisions of this §177.405 amended November 21, 2003, effective 11/22/2003, 33 Pa.B. 5706. This section cited in 67 Pa. Code § 177.423 (relating to fleet basic and enhanced emission inspection stations).