The Second Edition of this important book on emergency driving in the ambulance service

has been completely revised and updated since the First Edition, published in 2012.



The text has been comprehensively reviewed by experts from many branches of the

ambulance service across the UK, and their comments have been addressed by the book's

authors, the Driver Training Advisory Group (DTAG).



This expanded Second Edition includes many important features to facilitate understanding:






learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter
points to remember boxes within the text
references to the literature and relevant legislation
end-of-chapter knowledge-recap questions
a comprehensive index.






About the authorship:



This handbook was initiated by the Driver Training Advisory Group (DTAG) and is endorsed by

the Association of Ambulance Chief Executives (AACE), who recommend that is used for

ambulance driver instruction and education.

Cover photograph courtesy of London Ambulance Service NHS Trust.

The digital edition is now available for download onto iOS (iPad, iPod, iPhone) and Android devices. Digital versions may be downloaded on upto three devices that are owned by the purchaser.Digital editions of the book are non-refundable once purchased.



Contents:



The Law in Relation to Ambulance Driving

Legal Exemptions and Non-Exemptions

Driver Characteristics and Responsibilities

Vehicle Daily Inspections and Pre-Driving Checks

Automatic Gearboxes

Vehicle Operating and Safety Systems

Audible and Visual Warnings

Lighting Regulations

Reversing and Manoeuvring

Attending Incidents

Eco-Driving

Appendices, Glossary, Legislation, Index