by David Lowe (Author)
The 37th edition of this bestseller for busy fleet operators is the definitive guide for anyone in the road transport industry. It presents all the legal requirements in a coherent format, as well as offering operational advice and solutions to some of the problems facing the industry. New to this edition is the examination of the new Road Transport Directive which limits the working hours for LGV drivers, and the launch of the new driver smart card. Further legal updates include the EU Driver Training Directive and the new Road Safety Bill, which will introduce tougher penalties and new powers to seize and dispose of uninsured vehicles.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 768
Edition: 37th edition
Publisher: Kogan Page
Published: 03 Dec 2006
ISBN 10: 0749448164
ISBN 13: 9780749448165
Book Overview: Widely acclaimed as the transport manager's 'bible': a former Secretary of State for Transport said it should be on every transport manager's and operator's bookshelf Fully updated 37th edition explains complex transport and related aspects of legislation in layman's terms Key changes to this edition include the long-awaited official introduction of digital tachographs and changes to the EU driver's hours law, the introduction of a new OCR syllabus for the CPC examinations and new information on the introduction of LGV Driver CPCs Packed with essential information... a comprehensive guide to all the legal, operational and environmental factors... in a clear and structured format. Motor Industry Magazine It's become the operator/transport manager's bible... I can't imagine anyone carrying on his business without David Lowe's splendid guide at his side. Roadlaw