Tow Truck Operator Cert. Study Guide Questions and Answers
Question 1
What rule states that when performing towing operations, all towing operators must carry and openly display the
appropriate TDLR issued original towing operator license?
Correct Answer
TDLR RULES 86.715
Question 2
Skilled motor performance and coordination as well as skills requiring high levels of precise movement is called
Correct Answer
coordination.
Question 3
If a defect is found during inspection of the vehicle, a driver must do what?
Correct Answer
record and report the defect, signing the Vehicle Inspection Report (VIR).
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,Question 4
3.8 inch wire rope is safe for towing how many pounds?
Correct Answer
3,500 pounds
Question 5
Heavy duty trucks consist of
Correct Answer
tandem axle boom trucks, rotating boom trucks, and XP side pulls that demonstrate new technology in vehicle recovery.
Question 6
Minimizing traffic disruption while maintaining a safe work place for responders.is called
Correct Answer
Traffic incident management
Question 7
The faster a vehicle traveling, ________________
Correct Answer
the more space is needed to stop.
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,Question 8
Check bed locks for broken bolts, bent locks, and lubrication. Check hydraulic fluid level. Inspect attachment pins on
hydraulic pistons and attachment points to the frame of a truck. Inspect winch attachment bolts. If light bar is attached to
bed, make sure all lighting is working properly. All this should be part of the operator's daily what?
Correct Answer
truck inspection
Question 9
This can save your life.
Correct Answer
knowledge of blood born diseases
Question 10
Rules that are enforced by the Texas Department of License and Regulation (TDLR)
Correct Answer
rules 85 and 86.
Question 11
What rule states that a towing operator must prepare and issue a tow ticket for each non consent tow?
Correct Answer
TDLR RULES 86.715
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, Question 12
Light duty trucks consist of
Correct Answer
boom trucks, tilt beds, snatch trucks, and variations of each.
Question 13
Who must complete a professional development course certified by the National Safety Council or a course approved by
the Texas Department of License and Regulation (TDLR)?
Correct Answer
Incident Management License holders
Question 14
Keeping the vehicle in the position on the roadway with respect to lanes, other vehicles, etc. is called
Correct Answer
tracking.
Question 15
Who is the incident commander on most traffic incidents?
Correct Answer
A law enforcement officer or a fire and rescue chief.
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Question 1
What rule states that when performing towing operations, all towing operators must carry and openly display the
appropriate TDLR issued original towing operator license?
Correct Answer
TDLR RULES 86.715
Question 2
Skilled motor performance and coordination as well as skills requiring high levels of precise movement is called
Correct Answer
coordination.
Question 3
If a defect is found during inspection of the vehicle, a driver must do what?
Correct Answer
record and report the defect, signing the Vehicle Inspection Report (VIR).
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,Question 4
3.8 inch wire rope is safe for towing how many pounds?
Correct Answer
3,500 pounds
Question 5
Heavy duty trucks consist of
Correct Answer
tandem axle boom trucks, rotating boom trucks, and XP side pulls that demonstrate new technology in vehicle recovery.
Question 6
Minimizing traffic disruption while maintaining a safe work place for responders.is called
Correct Answer
Traffic incident management
Question 7
The faster a vehicle traveling, ________________
Correct Answer
the more space is needed to stop.
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,Question 8
Check bed locks for broken bolts, bent locks, and lubrication. Check hydraulic fluid level. Inspect attachment pins on
hydraulic pistons and attachment points to the frame of a truck. Inspect winch attachment bolts. If light bar is attached to
bed, make sure all lighting is working properly. All this should be part of the operator's daily what?
Correct Answer
truck inspection
Question 9
This can save your life.
Correct Answer
knowledge of blood born diseases
Question 10
Rules that are enforced by the Texas Department of License and Regulation (TDLR)
Correct Answer
rules 85 and 86.
Question 11
What rule states that a towing operator must prepare and issue a tow ticket for each non consent tow?
Correct Answer
TDLR RULES 86.715
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, Question 12
Light duty trucks consist of
Correct Answer
boom trucks, tilt beds, snatch trucks, and variations of each.
Question 13
Who must complete a professional development course certified by the National Safety Council or a course approved by
the Texas Department of License and Regulation (TDLR)?
Correct Answer
Incident Management License holders
Question 14
Keeping the vehicle in the position on the roadway with respect to lanes, other vehicles, etc. is called
Correct Answer
tracking.
Question 15
Who is the incident commander on most traffic incidents?
Correct Answer
A law enforcement officer or a fire and rescue chief.
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