PennDOT Safety Inspection Mechanic Additional Licensure Exam

This test is intended for those currently registered for the Safety Inspection Mechanic Training workshop or who hold one safety inspection mechanic category certification and wish to obtain another.

Licenses are available in one of the following categories:

  • Category 1 (Cars/Vans/SUVs) - Includes inspection of passenger cars, trucks 17,000 pounds or less and trailers less than 10,000 pounds.
  • Category 2 (Motorcycles) - Inspection of motorcycles. Must take in conjunction with Category I or currently hold a safety inspection license.
  • Category 3 (Trucks and buses) - Inspection of trucks over 17,000 pounds, trailers over 10,000 pounds and buses – must take in conjunction with Category I or currently hold a safety inspection license.
  • Category 4 (Enhanced vehicle inspector or certified document reviewer) - Enhanced vehicle safety inspection in conjunction with inspection under existing mechanic license codes in this table for the purpose of authorizing the issuance of a branded Pennsylvania certificate of title– must take in conjunction with Category I or currently hold a safety inspection license.

Note: You may register for only one category exam at a time. Registration is available by appointment only, call 215-496-6158 or email jbeachley@ccp.edu.

Course Dates and Times

Date and Times Location Course Cost/Fees

By appointment only.

Call 215-496-6158 or email
jbeachley@ccp.edu to schedule.

 

In-Person
Career and Advanced Technology Center

Located at the southeast corner of 48th and Market.

 

$40

Course Hours: 1 Hour Exam