Tow Truck Online Training

This training is designed to educate individuals in the towing industry on safe and efficient operations and the risks associated with the job.

In-line with DOT CDL standards
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Duration: 2 Hour(s)

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About this Course

Our Tow Truck training course complies with current regulations, and our online version meets classroom training requirements. Each lesson covers anatomy and pre-shift inspections, safe operations, typical dangers, and other relevant topics.

We will look at the basic anatomy and components of tow trucks throughout this course. In addition, we will concentrate on components that must be evaluated during pre-shift inspections. Following that, we'll go over safe tow truck operation practices.

This will cover fundamentals such as how to use your tow truck safely, as well as measures to keep you safe on the jobsite. We will discuss common hazards causing injuries or fatalities and their prevention, avoidance, or reduction, using case studies based on actual accident profiles to emphasize the significance of safe operations.

What Standards Does This Course Cover?

This course meets the following OSHA requirements:

OSHA 29 CFR 1910 – General Industry
- 29 CFR 1910.132 – PPE General Requirements
- 29 CFR 1910.212 – General Requirements for All Machines
OSHA 29 CFR 1926 – Construction Industry
- 29 CFR 1926.600 – Motor Vehicles, Mechanized Equipment, and Marine Operations
Title 49 CFR – Transportation
- 49 CFR 383.91- Operators of vehicles over 26,000 LBS must possess a CDL.
- 49 CFR 396.11- CDL operators must conduct a pre-shift inspection
- 49 CFR 395.8 – CDL operators must keep a logbook
- 49 CFR 390.21- CMVs must have an official DOT number

Outline

Topics Covered

Overview of the Course
Introduction to the Equipment
Anatomy
Operator Prerequisites
Pre-shift inspections
Safe Traveling
Towing a Vehicle
Common Hazards
Accident Profiles
Safe Operation

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

Understand the common hazards associated with tow truck driving
Recognize and mitigate hazards before they happen
Understand proper roadside safety
Understand the importance of standard operating and pre-operative procedures
Expertise on the equipment you operate
Safely operate your equipment
Determine when and how to safely withdraw an automobile off a road by assessing the safety of various conditions.

FAQs

How Long Will It Take to Complete the Course?

Because everyone learns and progresses at different speeds, the amount of time you spend taking this training will vary. However, the estimated time for this training is 90 – 120 min.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is designed for employees and supervisors.

Does This Course Meet OSHA Requirements?

This course is aligned with OSHA standard training requirements to cover:

CFR 1910.132 – PPE General Requirements
CFR 1910.212 – General Requirements for All Machines
CFR 1926.600 – Motor Vehicles, Mechanized Equipment, and Marine Operations
CFR 383.91- Operators of vehicles over 26,000 LBS must possess a CDL.
CFR 396.11- CDL operators must conduct a pre-shift inspection
CFR 395.8 – CDL operators must keep a logbook
CFR 390.21- CMVs must have an official DOT number

Do I need a CDL to drive and operate a Tow Truck?

Whether or not you need a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is dependent on the state you are working in. Many companies require a CDL, regardless of the state or the weight of the loads being town.

Typically, a CDL is required when the Gross combined vehicle weight rating (GCWR) exceeds 26,000 pounds (about the weight of a school bus). Towing trucks can vary in size, weight, and loads, making it essential to obtain a CDL regardless of local regulations. To get a CDL, one must pass a skills test consisting of a vehicle inspection, basic controls test, and a road test.

What is a Tow Truck Driver?

Tow truck operators are skilled drivers capable of operating various tow vehicles and machinery, often holding a commercial driver's license (CDL) and some may be OSHA certified to drive tow trucks.

What Do They Do?

Tow truck operators assist stranded or broken-down drivers by loading, moving, and unloading abandoned or illegally parked cars. Drivers assess safety situations to determine when and how to safely remove a car from the road.