Whenever something is being towed, additional securements should always be attached. This doesn’t just apply to wreckers - secondary attachment chains should be attached even hauling a trailer, boat trailer or camper. These chains are there for an obvious reason: to prevent an accident in the event of an attachment failure while towing. But why does WreckMaster insist that the secondary attachments are always crossed?
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Damage to a casualty's wheels or axles can make any job tough, particularly when it prevents the vehicle from rolling freely.
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The US Department of Transportation and most manufactures recommend investing in new tires every five to six years with the maximum useful service lifetime of a tire being no more than 10 years.
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As the largest provider of tow truck training in the world, WreckMaster is proud to help tow truck operators across North America stay safe and work fast. This post offers the basics on how to lift and tow a light duty vehicle. But first, some important safety tips: wear a reflective safety vest and gloves, keep yourself separated from traffic whenever possible and always stay aware of your surroundings.
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