Tow Operator Safety Bulletin – “Do It Right!” SB-2025-TOW-07

Know Your Limits. Know Your Equipment. Protect Yourself & Others.

This clear, no-nonsense safety bulletin is designed for tow truck operators, fleet managers, and safety trainers who want one thing: straightforward guidance that prevents dangerous overloads and costly mistakes.

Whether you’re training new drivers or reinforcing safe practices for experienced operators, this bulletin delivers the message in a bold, easy-to-understand format.

What This Bulletin Covers

• Light, medium, and heavy-duty tow categories
• Typical truck capacities and what each class can safely tow
• A simple rule-of-thumb for operators:“If it looks bigger than your truck, it’s not your job.”
• Visual examples of light, medium, and heavy units
• Red-flag situations: squatting suspension, diesel weight, 4x4 loads
• Pre-load calculation checklist (capacity plate, load weight, gear weight, and more)

Ideal For

• Tow companies
• Safety committees
• Driver onboarding programs
• Daily shop reminders
• Toolbox talks
• Digital training libraries

Professional & Print-Ready

• High-quality, eye-catching layout
• Designed for fast learning and real-world use
• Perfect for hanging in bays, offices, and trucks
• PDF format—compatible with all printers & digital platforms

What You Receive

• 1 High-Resolution PDF Safety Bulletin
• Unlimited internal use for your team or company
• Created by an experienced towing & safety professional

Prevent Overloading. Prevent Damage. Prevent Injury.

Give your team the knowledge they need to make smart decisions every time they roll up to a call.