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Part I : Human Factors and Emergency Vehicle Operation
Chapter 1
Introduction ......................................................................... 1
Stephen S. Solomon, B.S., O.D.
Chapter 2
Construction of Emergency Vehicles ...................................................... 9
Stephen S. Solomon, B.S., O.D.
Chapter 3
Anatomy of the Eyes and Visual Performance ..................................... 13
Stephen S. Solomon, B.S., O.D.
Chapter 4
Color Vision .................................................................... 37
Stephen S. Solomon, B.S., O.D.
Chapter 5
Flashing Lights ....................................................... 43
Stephen S. Solomon, B.S., O.D.
Chapter 6
Sirens and Audible Devices .................................................. 59
Stephen S. Solomon, B.S., O.D.
Chapter 7
Why Fire Vehicle Color Is a Safety Issue .............................................69
Stephen S. Solomon, B.S., O.D. and James G. King
Chapter 8
Fluorescent, Retroreflective and Phosphorescent Materials ............... 79
Stephen S. Solomon, B.S., O.D.
Chapter 9
Emergency Response and Vehicle Operation .......................................89
Stephen S. Solomon, B.S., O.D.
Chapter 10
Medical Control ................................................................95
George L. Ellis, M.D., FACEP
Part II : Accident Reconstruction and Litigation
Chapter 11
Emergency Vehicle Accident Profiles ................................................. 113
Stephen S. Solomon, B.S., O.D.
Chapter 12
Accidents and Litigation-Case Studies ............................................ 123
Stephen S. Solomon, B.S., O.D.
Chapter 13
Accident Analysis Considerations ..................................................... 137
Stephen S. Solomon, B.S., O.D.
Chapter 14
The Police Chase .......................................................... 161
Robert J. Simpson, Esq.
Chapter 15
Emergency Vehicle Accidents:
Representing the Innocent Injured Bystander ................................... 181
Steven Smyk, Esq.
Chapter 16
Parked Emergency Vehicles: Highway Hazards ................................. 193
Stephen S. Solomon, B.S., O.D.
Chapter 17
Emergency Service Personnel as Pedestrians .................................. 203
Stephen S. Solomon, B.S., O.D.
Part III : Statutes and Cases
Paul F Hill, Esq.
Introductory Essay ...................................... 213
State-by-State Brief Summary ............................................... 225
State-by-State Statutes and Case Law ...................................... 235
Part IV : Appendices
Appendix I
Fire Apparatus Specifications: Pumper/Rescue .................................. 487
Appendix II
Revised Federal Specifications for Ambulances ................................ 529
Index to Appendix II ........................................ .................... ........ 609
About the Authors ................................................................... 615
Index ......................................................................... 617