Towing & Repo

On the hook for safety.

Distinctions apply when it comes to “wrecker” and “repossession” services.  While both involve another vehicle being the “cargo”, wrecker services typically, involve operations at the scene of an existing crash.  This may cause confusion when it comes to training drivers what to do “at the scene” of the accident.  With so much emphasis placed upon how to chain, secure and load the wrecked vehicle at the crash scene, it might not even occur to the driver that they could be involved in a vehicular collision towing to/from the scene of the collision.  On the other hand, repossession involves unique exposures such as camera cars, stealth operations and hostile debtor policies.  While it may sound confusing, Thorn Valley’s experts will clearly report to underwriting which exposures they are looking at and provide a concise analysis.  Most towing and recovery vehicles are subject to compliance with the Federal safety regulations. Our field specialists not only check for compliance with these regulations, but also ensure that proper chaining and securement, maintenance procedures, safety training, and at-scene safety policies are in place.

Operations

• Salvage Yard

• Body Shop

• Repair Shop

• Impound

• Service Station

• Parking Lot/Garage

• Individuals

• AAA

• Other Auto Club

• Dealership

• Police

• Miscellaneous Freight