(a) Excess flow gas shutoff valve manufacturers shall employ a qualified inspection agency to inspect periodically their production process for compliance with the requirements of Part 12, Chapter 2-16-2, Title 24, CCR.

(b) A qualified inspection service agency is any person, firm, corporation, or association which periodically and on a continuous basis conducts inspections of certified excess flow gas shutoff valves as required by Part 12, Chapter 12-16-2, Title 24, CCR, to determine if the production line fabrication and workmanship are in accordance with the conditions of certification.

(a) Qualifications for verification as a qualified inspector service agency shall include any person, firm, corporation, or association which conforms to the requirements for qualified inspection service agencies as stated in Section 1382 for earthquake sensitive gas shut off valves.