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Accident Tow Truck Trainee Permit - Victoria

Description

To be able to drive an accident tow truck, you must be accredited.  If you are new to the tow truck industry, it can be helpful to obtain a trainee permit before applying for accreditation. This permit allows you to gain on-the-job training and experience the requirements of an accident tow truck driver (for example, attending an accident scene, securing a damaged vehicle to a tow truck, salvage, cleaning up debris, etc) while under the supervision of an experienced and accredited driver.

Service type

Licence

A licence defines the need to obtain recognition / certification and registration to undertake a certain business activity.

Eligibility requirements

To be eligible for this permit you must:

  • hold a current full Victorian Driver's Licence
  • complete a National Police Record Check
  • provide two passport size colour photos of yourself
  • be sponsored by an accredited operator or depot manager
  • be of good character, health and technical ability
  • pay any required fees.

Duration

60 days

Fees

Fees Details for this service in table format.

Task Type Business Structure Description
Apply Application All

Please consult the responsible agency for information on fees to be submitted with your application.

Regulation(s) name

Accident Towing Services Regulations 2019 Victoria

Approval time

30 days, but longer if more information is required.

Administering agency

Department of Transport and Planning

VicRoads

Contact details

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