Athens City Code

1. (1) Each driver responding to City-requested calls shall:
   1. (a) Be at least 21 years of age unless a specific exception is required by state law.
   2. (b) Possess a valid Tennessee driver license or commercial driver license appropriate for the tow truck and work performed.
   3. (c) Have no felony conviction or pending felony charge that disqualifies the driver under the Tennessee Manual or this chapter.
   4. (d) Complete required Traffic Incident Management System training before responding to City-requested calls.
   5. (e) Wear a high-visibility traffic safety vest, shirt, or coat meeting ANSI Class 2 or higher while working at or near the scene and use amber colored lights on scene and while towing a vehicle.
   6. (f) Comply with all lawful directions of the Police Department officer in charge of the scene.
   7. (g) Operate safely, lawfully, and professionally, and avoid conduct that reflects adversely on the City or creates a safety risk.
   8. (h) The towing company shall maintain a current driver list and shall notify the Police Department before any new driver responds to City-requested calls. A driver who becomes disqualified shall not respond to City-requested calls until reinstated by the Police Chief.

(Code 1972, § 5-613; Code 1995, § 9-513)