Alcohol ignition interlocks
What is an alcohol ignition interlock?
This is a device attached to the ignition of a car which prevents a car being started unless the driver has passed a brealiser test for alcohol. If the test shoe an alcohol reading above the legel limit, the driver will not be able to start the vehicle.

Breath tests must also be passed during a journey and maybe randomly timed. The interlock also includes a camera and takes a photograph of the person providing the breath sample to reduce the risk of a driver circumventing the program.

These interlock breath test devices are usually demanded by the court after a drink and drive conviction.

Here at Moneltham Auto Electric, we are an accredited interlock service provider and we support and install such a device called Smart Start Interlock. We are also probably the least expensive device and service on the market

Overview of the Victorian Alcohol Interlock Program

Use of the alcohol interlock device is mandatory when driving to complete the Alcohol Interlock Program. As part of using the Smart Start interlock, you bring your vehicle to monthly scheduled services.

Alcohol Interlock Installation Certificate
You will need to provide an Alcohol Interlock Installation Certificate when you apply for the return of your licence.

When a Smart Start Interlock is installed, we will provide an alcohol interlock installation certificate which will include your client number and is found on your Behaviour Change Program certificate of completion including correspondence received from VicRoads.
You can download the Alcohol Interlock Installation Certificate or pick one up from your nearest VicRoads Customer Service Centre. You can have one emailed or mailed to you by contacting Driver Relicensing Services on 1300 723 790 or email alcoholinterlocks@roads.vic.gov.au.

Briefly you complete the program by following the following:

When you use your vehicle the Smartstart Interlock device will record when you blow into the interlock, when you start the engine and when you turn off the engine.

All this data saved by the Smartstart interlock device will be downloaded at your regular Smartstart interlock services which is then sent on to VicRoads.
This information is required for you to complete the program.

There is an online portal called The Alcohol Interlock Management System (AIMS). Here you can log in and monitor and track your progress. This Alcohol Interlock Management System is found online (https://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/licences/demerit-points-and-offences/drink-and-drug-driving-offences/alcohol-interlock-management-system)
We are a register Smartstart Interlock service provider and for all your questions please go to their FAQ page here: https://www.smartstartinterlocks.com.au/frequently-asked-questions/faq-vic

Products:

SSI-20/20™

The Smart Start 20/20 is well designed and easy to use.
The Smart Start 20/20 is also reliable and safe to use. It is also the most widely used device of its kind, in Australia. Features include large keypad, an excellent grip, and options which include remote unlocking.

• Easy breath testing
• Unlock remotely
• The Smart Start Camera integrates with the device allowing identification
• It has a backlit screen making it easy to read
• Large keypad
• Fuel cell technology prevents false positives

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SSI-20/30™

The Smart Start 20/30 is well designed and easy to use.
The Smart Start 20/30 is also reliable and safe to use. It is also the most widely used device of its kind, in Australia. Features include a large keypad, an excellent grip, and options which include remote unlocking. It is small and discrete which means it does not draw attention to itself.

• Discrete and compact design
• Colour display for easy readability
• Keypad for easy use
• Compatible with Smart Start camera providing positive identification
• No false positives with fuel cell technology
• Remote unlocking options

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SSI-20/30™ Camera

The camera is not mandatory in all states, but linking a camera with your alcohol interlock device allows for identification of the provider of a breath test. Customers have found this fail-safe method of identification very useful. Smartstart cameras are compatible with both the SSI-20/20 and the SSI-20/30 devices.

The Camewraes are easy to mount
Fast download and Positive identification
Eliminate violations from other people operating the device improperly