Vehicle Inspections & Standards

Last updated on August 17, 2022

Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement (​CVSE) inspections and standards apply to both commercial and private vehicles in British Columbia. Compliance ensures safe vehicles are operating on B.C. roadways.

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Resources for inspectors and inspection facilities

In order to access the services available within the Vehicle Safety BC Portal, you will need either a Personal or Business BCeID or BC Services Card.

Inspections

Private and commercial vehicle inspections are performed by qualified mechanics authorized as inspectors. Inspections are completed at designated inspection facilities or preventative maintenance facilities.

CVSE Area Vehicle Inspectors conduct periodic audits on both designated inspection facilities and preventative maintenance facilities to monitor compliance of all applicable program standards.

Primary statutory provisions under this program include:

  • Divisions, 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 25 of the Motor Vehicle Act Regulations,
  • Standards of Safety and Repair Regulation (Vehicle Inspection Manual).

Enforcement

RCMP, Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement (CVSE) peace officers, and other policing agencies can issue a violation ticket and require an inspection for any vehicle or driver on B.C. roads.

The B.C. Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement program promotes compliance with safety regulations with the commercial transport sector. You will see CVSE peace officers at road checks, patrolling B.C. highways in mobile units and at inspection stations/weigh scales across the province year-round.

Standards

Standards are interpreted for B.C. inspectors, and inspection and maintenance facilities. These standards apply:

 

Vehicle Safety BC Portal
Vehicle Safety BC Portal

For Authorized Inspectors and Inspection Facilities

Forms, Circulars, Bulletins & Notices

Stay up-to-date with standards, procedures and policies.

Contact information

Contact us if you have questions about vehicle inspections and standards.

Inspections and Standards Phone
778-974-5458