Staying Compliant: The Importance of Towing Operator Continuing Education

As a towing operator in Texas, maintaining your license and staying up-to-date with industry regulations is crucial. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has specific requirements for towing operator continuing education that all licensed professionals must fulfill to renew their license.


Towing Operator Continuing Education Requirements

According to the TDLR, towing operators in Texas must complete 4 hours of continuing education each licensing cycle to renew their existing license. These 4 hours must include:


  • 1 hour in roadway safety

  • 1 hour in Texas laws and rules that regulate the conduct of towing operators

  • 2 additional hours in the topics listed above or in driver safety, towing techniques, equipment operation, and safety, or customer service and documentation.


Failure to complete the required continuing education hours can result in the inability to renew your towing operator license. It's crucial to stay on top of these requirements to ensure you can continue operating legally in the state of Texas.



Incident Management Operators

For incident management tow operators renewing their license for the first time, the TDLR has a different set of requirements. These operators must complete an 8-hour professional development course instead of the standard continuing education hours. This course must be offered by an approved provider and include live demonstrations, hands-on training, and classroom instruction.


Verifying Completed Courses

Once you've completed your continuing education courses, your provider is responsible for reporting your hours to the TDLR. You can verify your completed courses using TDLR's Continuing Education Courses Look-Up tool. If your course completion is not posted within 7 days, you should contact your provider to ensure they have submitted the information correctly.

Late Renewals

If you're renewing your towing license late, the continuing education courses must have been completed within the one-year period immediately prior to the date of renewal. This ensures you've stayed up-to-date with the latest industry standards and regulations.


Staying Compliant with TexasTowCE

At TexasTowCE, we understand the importance of towing operator continuing education and staying compliant with TDLR requirements. Our state-approved online courses are designed to be convenient, flexible, and self-paced, allowing you to complete your TDLR towing test and renew your operator license on your own schedule.


Don't risk the consequences of non-compliance. Stay ahead of the curve and maintain your towing license by completing your continuing education requirements with TexasTowCE. Contact us today to learn more about our courses and how we can help you stay compliant in the state of Texas.

 

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