What is required for obtaining a Class II automotive repair qualification?
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To obtain a Class II automotive repair qualification, the following procedures are required: 1. Submit a written application: Go to the Automotive Repair Management Office (referred to as the Automotive Repair Office) of the local district or county transportation bureau. The Automotive Repair Office will provide a complete set of standardized application materials based on the submitted application, which must be carefully filled out. 2. On-site inspection by Automotive Repair Office personnel: The staff will visit the (auto repair shop) to inspect whether the software and hardware facilities meet the conditions for opening the business as applied for, and will point out any necessary rectifications and additions. 3. Acceptance inspection: After the Automotive Repair Office confirms that the conditions for opening the business are met, a "Class II Automotive Repair Business License" will be issued. 4. Application: Use the "Class II Automotive Repair Business License" to apply for a "Business License" from the local industrial and commercial administration department. 5. Registration: Use the "Business License" to apply for tax registration with the local tax administration department.
To obtain a Class II automotive repair qualification, I went through this process myself a few years ago when I opened my own repair shop. The requirements are quite specific. First, you need a suitable workshop space of around 200 square meters, with well-planned zones separating the repair area from the parking area. The equipment must be comprehensive - items like vehicle lifts and computer diagnostic tools must be on the checklist, and it's more cost-effective to purchase everything at once. Technicians must hold intermediate-level or higher certificates, with at least two or three full-time staff - this is crucial. The application process isn't complicated but involves substantial documentation: copies of business license, premises lease or property ownership proof, equipment list with invoices, and technicians' qualification certificates, all to be submitted to the transportation authority. They'll conduct an on-site inspection to verify safety and operational standards. The entire process takes about two months. My advice: plan ahead and don't cut corners on essential equipment, as failing inspection would mean redoing everything at greater cost.
