(a) Equipment Requirements.
(1) Truck chassis shall be rated by the manufacturer as one ton or more, or equivalent gross vehicle weight.
(2) Vehicle must be equipped with one rearview mirror on each side.
(3) Vehicle must be equipped with a winch and boom rated by the manufacturer as having a four-ton capacity and equipped with a cable having a minimum diameter of three-eighths inch.
(4) Vehicle shall be equipped with at least one amber flashing light visible from all sides to be operated at tow scene or while actually towing vehicle, and one work light situated so as to illuminate the winching or craning operations at night.
(5) Vehicle must meet all other requirements of State law and Municipal ordinances.
(6) Towing vehicles must carry the following additional equipment:
A. One set of dolly wheels.
B. One eight-foot pickup chain.
C. Safety chains.
D. One broom and shovel.
E. One all- purpose fire extinguisher (2A -20B C rated) maintained in operable condition.
F. Three flares.
G. Three reflectors for use at accident scenes.
H. One snatch block.
I. “T” hooks.
J. Hand tools, to include screwdriver, pliers, wire cutters and an adjustable wrench.
K. Adequate rope or line to secure loose parts and/or to tie the steering wheel.
L. Two 50-pound bags of Oil Dry or Absorball.
(b) Equipment Requirements, Class A -Heavy Duty.
(1) Truck chassis shall be rated by the manufacturer as three tons or more, or equivalent gross vehicle weight.
(2) Vehicle must be equipped with a winch and boom rated by' the manufacturer as having a sixteen-ton capacity and equipped with steel cable having a minimum diameter of five eighths inch.
(3) Vehicle must be equipped with rearview mirrors on each side.
(4) Vehicle shall be equipped with at least one amber emergency flashing light visible from all sides to be operated at tow scene or while actually towing vehicle, and one work light situated so as to illuminate the winching or craning operations at night.
(5) Vehicle must meet all other requirements of State law and Municipal ordinances.
(6) Towing vehicles must carry the following additional equipment:
A. Safety chains.
B. One broom and shovel.
C. Hand tools.
D. Chain binders and extra chains.
E. Two snatch blocks.
F. Scotch blocks or spade on truck.
G. Light bar for towed vehicle.
H. Three flares and three triangle reflectors.
I. Manual brake release pins.
J. Compressed air to apply trailer brakes.
K. Compressed air to release tractor and trailer brakes.
L. Cutting torches must be available.
M. "JoDog" or equivalent fifth wheel dolly must be available.
N. One all purpose fire extinguisher in operable condition (2A -20B C rated)
(c) Vehicle Markings. Class A licensees shall have imprinted on both sides of any vehicle used as a tow truck the name, address and telephone number of the person, firm or corporation owning such vehicle. If the vehicle is leased, it shall only have imprinted on both sides the name, address and telephone number of the lessee, be it person, firm or corporation. The name shall be printed in letters three inches high and not less than three-eighths inch wide while the address, place and telephone number shall be in letters two inches high and not less than three- eighths inch wide. Lettering shall be done in a color that will contrast sharply with the background upon which it is painted and shall be placed in such a position as to be easily seen by anyone wishing to identify the vehicle. Markings shall be kept clear and distinct at all times. The imprinting shall be affixed by painting or the use of adhesive decal lettering applied directly to the vehicle surface.
(d) Premises.
(1) Premises and other impound lots or open yard used for storage of towed vehicles must be enclosed behind a solid, nontransparent, well-maintained substantial fence at least six feet in height and otherwise conform with the Zoning Code of the City.
(2) The premises, including all building and appurtenances and other impound lots, shall be open for inspection by the Division of Police at all times in the case of Class A licensees.
(Ord. 178-2003. Passed 10-27-03.)