Law enforcement officers put their lives on the line every day to protect citizens and to maintain the safety and security of this nation. They face dangers from suspects who resist their commands and from those who maliciously attack them. In addition, individuals who inadvertently become involved in automobile crashes with officers responding to an emergency also pose a risk. Therefore, any information that can assist police managers and trainers inrnsaving the lives of officers and promoting their welfare is welcome and worth considering. Officers know about the danger of physical attacks and are trained to protect themselves. But, how aware are they of the hazards associated with emergency driving? Most knowledge about emergency response driving comes from limited anecdotal information and crash data reported by law enforcement agencies.
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