A 999 call is made regarding a road traffic accident; it’s a life or death situation. To get to the scene as quickly as possible the crew needs to know the quickest route possible, also they need up to date information on traffic congestion, and the nearest hospital capable of dealing with the patients injuries.
The only technology capable of dealing with these problems is a GPS vehicle tracking system. A GPS vehicle tracking device fitted to an ambulance is capable of directing a vehicle can direct a crew to the scene by the fastest and least congested route. A GPS costumed device is also capable of sending the ambulance from the scene to the correct hospital that is best suited to treat patients injuries.
It is an unfortunately slow business in fitting and getting a GPS vehicle system up and running, but it is well worth it. In the long run it can save money by cutting down on wasted fuel searching for there destination, and more importantly saving lives.
The United Kingdom is quickly fitting all their ambulance services with GPS vehicle tracking systems, and hopes to have all their ambulance services equipped by 2015, whether they will be able to reach that target is yet to be seen.
