Getting equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, farm implements, and cranes from one location to another is a unique challenge. You must exercise certain safety precautions, as well as follow all rules and regulations for heavy-duty towing. From permits and driver training to knowing your hauling capacity, there are several ways you can adequately prepare for the transport.

How to Get Construction Equipment Ready for Towing

1. Securing the Load

Each state has different laws regarding hauling and securing heavy equipment and oversize loads. Make sure you have the proper chains and hooks to create a stable load and follow the manufacturers’ directions on secure points and where to tie down the equipment. Check your chains to ensure they are tight, use at least four chains, and don’t allow any slack in the tie-downs, or you will risk the machinery shifting.

2. Inspection of Hauling Vehicle & Trailer 

When preparing for any heavy-duty towing, perform a thorough investigation of the truck and trailer that you will use. The load can impact the essential functions of your towing equipment. Check the truck’s brakes, tires, and lights to make sure they are working and reliable. Confirm that your total weight does not exceed the maximum your vehicle and trailer can handle.

3. Obtain Proper Documents

For heavy-duty and oversized towing, make sure you have all of the necessary permits from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and local law. You also need proper insurance coverage for your driver and load. Document your risk assessment as well. Recording, in detail, how you prepare for the haul and what you did to comply with any safety concerns.

If you need to tow to the other side of the city, across the state, or through several states, Quality Towing has excellent service in Cincinnati, OH, and northern Kentucky. For more than 25 years, they have provided towing solutions big and small, and are available 24/7 for your towing needs. Call (513) 777-6622 or go online for more information about their services.