The state of Rhode Island recently revised the portion of its business regulations for those engaged in motor vehicle glass repair (section 161-RICR-300-5-3). The Rhode Island regulation references the Repair of Laminated Auto Glass Standard (ROLAGS™) in numerous points.

The latest update to the document, which took effect on January 25, “added a cross reference to the definition of ‘technician’ in Section 3.3(b)(17) to clarify that ‘technician’ as used in this regulation is limited to a person that performs motor vehicle glass repair or replacement at [a] licensed shop.”

Additionally, “In Section 3.8(C), the Department of Business Regulations (DBR) edited the language due to an ambiguity pointed out by commentary and has clarified that technician certifications need to be updated every three (3) years, or as required by the course provider, to stay current with industry safety standards and changes in technology,” writes the DBR.

The DBR also requires that “licensees shall implement safety standards for motor vehicle glass repair and replacement that are consistent with: the original equipment manufacturer instructions and directions; the current Auto Glass Replacement Safety Standard (“AGRSS”); and the current Repair of Laminated Automotive Glass Standard (“ROLAGS”).”

The DBR notes that “the purpose of this regulation is to establish standards and procedures for the issuance of licenses for motor vehicle glass repair and replacement, and to generally assist the department in carrying out the administration and enforcement of the terms and provisions of the act so that the public interest may be effectively served.”