This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to manage the operation of a tow truck.
It includes carrying out pre-operational checks on a tow truck, driving a tow truck carrying/towing a load, operating ancillary equipment, and completing documentation.
Persons achieving competence in this unit will need to fulfil the applicable legislation and relevant regulations covering the operation of a tow truck and related equipment, including tow truck regulations, road rules, load restraint regulations, work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations and environmental protection requirements.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.