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Our training program not only meets California state-specific criteria, but also fulfills the requirement for in-person training. 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.
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
What You’ll Learn
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand the common hazards associated with tow truck driving
- Understand California's unique requirements for operations.
- 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 minutes.
Who Should Take This Course?
This course is designed for managers, supervisors, and employers.
Does This Course Meet CAL-OSHA Requirements?
This course is aligned with CAL-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 – Operations 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
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