Description 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