Among its many functions are:

The testing and certifying of drivers to ensure that they are competent to operate a motor vehicle The enforcement of the Road Traffic Act and its Regulations I nspection of all motor vehicles Granting of Certificates of fitness for motor vehicles Maintaining records of road accidents Weighing of motor trucks to ensure compliance with weight limits The provision of expert advice to the Trade Board relative to the suitability of vehicles to be imported into the island Working closely with Jamaica Customs with respect to verification of chassis information The provision of Board of Survey information working in conjunction with the Ministry of Finance