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data-placeholder-label="Article"> <span class="topic">Professional drivers</span> <H1 > Become an ESDS driver </H1><h3>How to become an ESDS driver if you work in an emergency service.</h3><p>As an emergency service driver you should aim to achieve an exemplary standard of driving that acts as a positive example to other road users. This will significantly reduce the risks created by driving emergency service vehicles and will benefit you and other road users.</p> <img src="/images/default-source/mobile-banner-(640-x-275)/emergency_services34208de8-e4cb-4a7a-b9eb-8c88efe53586.jpg?sfvrsn=a5cd51df_3" title="ambulance" alt="Ambulance" /> <p>To apply to become a certified ESDS driver you must be nominated by an Emergency Services Organisation that have a current Memorandum of Understanding signed with the Road Safety Authority.<span style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); color: inherit; font-family: inherit; text-align: inherit; text-transform: inherit; white-space: inherit; word-spacing: normal; font-size: inherit"></span></p><p>Only drivers eligible to avail of legal exemptions under the Road Traffic Act can undertake ESDS Level 3 training and assessment. <br><br>Each organisation will have an appointed ESDS contact person.<br></p><hr><a class="horizontal-spotlight large " href="/services/learner-drivers/driving-lessons/find-an-instructor/esds-trainers"> <div class="row"> <div class="image-wrapper col-sm-4"> <picture> <source media="(max-width: 640px)" data-srcset="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" > <source media="(min-width: 641px)" data-srcset="/images/default-source/secondary-spotlight-(variation-2-3)-384x207px/emergency_vehicles.jpg" > <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" alt="Emergency Vehicles" class=" ls-is-cached lazyload"> </picture> </div> <div class="col-sm-8 align-self-center"> <div class="spot-content large-title horizontal"> <span class="title">ESDS Trainers</span> <p>Find an RSA-approved ESDS trainer. Use our search tool to find the details of an ESDS trainer. </p> <span class="btn btn-link-default btn-small" aria-hidden="true">Learn more</span> </div> </div> </div> </a><hr><h2>Frequently asked questions</h2> <div class="accordion plain-text"> <div class="card" id="acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b0"> <div class="card-header" id="heading-27a76d18-8813-4db0-819f-95818b3b46ee"> <a href="#" class="card-link collapsed" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#collapse-27a76d18-8813-4db0-819f-95818b3b46ee" aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="collapse-27a76d18-8813-4db0-819f-95818b3b46ee"> Is ESDS compulsory for all emergency services? </a> </div> <div id="collapse-27a76d18-8813-4db0-819f-95818b3b46ee" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="heading-27a76d18-8813-4db0-819f-95818b3b46ee" data-parent="#acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b0"> <div class="card-body"> <p>The Emergency Services Driving Standard is entirely a voluntary code.<br><br>It is a matter for each organisation to identify their own requirements in relation to the nomination of drivers for ESDS.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card" id="acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b1"> <div class="card-header" id="heading-43093467-ba97-468b-aef3-f8ad9b5015f8"> <a href="#" class="card-link collapsed" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#collapse-43093467-ba97-468b-aef3-f8ad9b5015f8" aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="collapse-43093467-ba97-468b-aef3-f8ad9b5015f8"> What is the structure of ESDS and are there different levels of ESDS? </a> </div> <div id="collapse-43093467-ba97-468b-aef3-f8ad9b5015f8" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="heading-43093467-ba97-468b-aef3-f8ad9b5015f8" data-parent="#acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b1"> <div class="card-body"> <p>The Emergency Services Driving Standard (ESDS) has three levels:</p><table style="height: 360px; width: 844px"><tbody><tr style="height: 16.2983%"><td style="width: 18.0902%">Level</td><td style="width: 81.9098%">Description</td></tr><tr style="height: 16.2983%"><td style="width: 18.0902%">ESDS Level 1</td><td style="width: 81.9098%">This is the entry level and sets out the training, learning and assessment that will produce competent and responsible emergency service drivers. </td></tr><tr style="height: 41.1602%"><td style="width: 18.0902%">ESDS Level 2</td><td style="width: 81.9098%">Describes the training, learning and assessment for emergency service drivers and includes the principles and skills set of ‘Roadcraft’. ‘Roadcraft’ is a recognised system of vehicle control in the training for emergency service drivers that develops a methodical and systematic approach to driving. It increases safety by giving the driver more time to react in complex situations as they have a greater awareness and ability to anticipate hazards.</td></tr><tr style="height: 36.1878%"><td style="width: 18.0902%">ESDS Level 3</td><td style="width: 81.9098%"><p>This level refers only to services who by law can drive using blue lights and sirens in emergency response situations when this does not endanger the safety of other road users. An example of this is when an emergency services vehicle exceeds the statutory speed limit. This applies only to emergency services who are specified in Section 87 of the Road Traffic Act 2010 as follows:</p><ul><li>An Garda Síochána</li><li>Ambulance services</li><li>Fire services.</li></ul><p>This level sets out a series of principles and response tactics which are compatible with Roadcraft and focus on the driver’s attitude towards emergency response driving.</p><p>Creating correct behaviour and a responsible attitude to driving skills greatly reduces the risks associated with emergency response driving. The standards will ensure that drivers fully understand their responsibility to manage the risks associated with emergency response driving and, in doing so, they will help to keep themselves and the public safe.</p></td></tr></tbody></table> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card" id="acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b2"> <div class="card-header" id="heading-666963f0-2e07-4e9e-a27e-88e1a8cd29a8"> <a href="#" class="card-link collapsed" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#collapse-666963f0-2e07-4e9e-a27e-88e1a8cd29a8" aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="collapse-666963f0-2e07-4e9e-a27e-88e1a8cd29a8"> What do I have to do to become an ESDS certified Driver? </a> </div> <div id="collapse-666963f0-2e07-4e9e-a27e-88e1a8cd29a8" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="heading-666963f0-2e07-4e9e-a27e-88e1a8cd29a8" data-parent="#acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b2"> <div class="card-body"> <p>Firstly, you must be nominated by an Emergency Services Organisation that have a current Memorandum of Understanding with signed with the Road Safety Authority.</p><ul></ul><p>If you are being put forward for ESDS, your emergency services organisation may arrange ESDS training for you. Your organisation will apply to our ESDS unit for an ESDS theory test and assessment. You must pass the theory test and assessment in order to receive certification as an ESDS driver.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card" id="acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b3"> <div class="card-header" id="heading-8ca6d2bf-e584-418c-b80f-e0407bcc7364"> <a href="#" class="card-link collapsed" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#collapse-8ca6d2bf-e584-418c-b80f-e0407bcc7364" aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="collapse-8ca6d2bf-e584-418c-b80f-e0407bcc7364"> Who will arrange the necessary theory tests? </a> </div> <div id="collapse-8ca6d2bf-e584-418c-b80f-e0407bcc7364" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="heading-8ca6d2bf-e584-418c-b80f-e0407bcc7364" data-parent="#acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b3"> <div class="card-body"> Whether the theory test is done in the organisations premises or done through the national network of <a href="https://theorytest.ie/wp-content/uploads/theory-test-ireland-test-centre-location-map-051017.pdf" target="_blank" data-sf-ec-immutable="">driver theory test offices in Ireland</a>, (in a similar manner to the theory test for driver licensing at present), your ESDS organisation will arrange the theory test. </div> </div> </div> <div class="card" id="acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b4"> <div class="card-header" id="heading-70f8004e-3080-48c7-abbb-d947d65c43e9"> <a href="#" class="card-link collapsed" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#collapse-70f8004e-3080-48c7-abbb-d947d65c43e9" aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="collapse-70f8004e-3080-48c7-abbb-d947d65c43e9"> Who will arrange the necessary assessments? </a> </div> <div id="collapse-70f8004e-3080-48c7-abbb-d947d65c43e9" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="heading-70f8004e-3080-48c7-abbb-d947d65c43e9" data-parent="#acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b4"> <div class="card-body"> <p>Your ESDS organisation will apply for a practical assessment on your behalf and they will then make the necessary arrangements for assessment.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card" id="acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b5"> <div class="card-header" id="heading-9bb79eec-26d8-44de-95d1-8cb1089e6013"> <a href="#" class="card-link collapsed" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#collapse-9bb79eec-26d8-44de-95d1-8cb1089e6013" aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="collapse-9bb79eec-26d8-44de-95d1-8cb1089e6013"> Will I need to arrange any test or assessments myself? </a> </div> <div id="collapse-9bb79eec-26d8-44de-95d1-8cb1089e6013" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="heading-9bb79eec-26d8-44de-95d1-8cb1089e6013" data-parent="#acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b5"> <div class="card-body"> <p>No. Your ESDS organisation will apply for the theory test and practical assessment on your behalf and they will then make the necessary arrangements.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card" id="acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b6"> <div class="card-header" id="heading-d63ad9dd-5662-49db-b150-43c93b5ba3f3"> <a href="#" class="card-link collapsed" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#collapse-d63ad9dd-5662-49db-b150-43c93b5ba3f3" aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="collapse-d63ad9dd-5662-49db-b150-43c93b5ba3f3"> Can I get a Certification of the standard? </a> </div> <div id="collapse-d63ad9dd-5662-49db-b150-43c93b5ba3f3" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="heading-d63ad9dd-5662-49db-b150-43c93b5ba3f3" data-parent="#acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b6"> <div class="card-body"> <p>On successful completion of both theory test and practical assessment the ESDS unit in the RSA will issue your ESDS driver certification through your nominating ESDS organisation.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card" id="acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b7"> <div class="card-header" id="heading-7f197f37-b349-4a20-9caa-ab33087f1c9c"> <a href="#" class="card-link collapsed" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#collapse-7f197f37-b349-4a20-9caa-ab33087f1c9c" aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="collapse-7f197f37-b349-4a20-9caa-ab33087f1c9c"> Do I need training to get certified? </a> </div> <div id="collapse-7f197f37-b349-4a20-9caa-ab33087f1c9c" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="heading-7f197f37-b349-4a20-9caa-ab33087f1c9c" data-parent="#acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b7"> <div class="card-body"> Drivers that avail of training will be more likely to obtain ESDS certification than those who do not avail of training.<br>The <a target="_blank" href="/docs/default-source/services/s3.4-esds-resources/rsa_emergency_services_driving_standard_syllabus.pdf?sfvrsn=b0bdf895_9">ESDS syllabus</a> publication outlines how<a href="/services/professional-drivers/esds/become-an-esds-trainer"> ESDS trainers</a> may deliver effective and appropriate training at each level. It is underpinned by the <a target="_blank" href="/docs/default-source/services/s3.4-esds-resources/rsa_emergency_services_driving_standard_guidance_manual.pdf?sfvrsn=bba77ef1_11">ESDS Guidance Manual</a> and <a target="_blank" href="/docs/default-source/services/s3.4-esds-resources/rsa_emergency_services_driving_standard_competence_framework.pdf?sfvrsn=5fd2b658_7">ESDS Competence Framework</a>. <br><br> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card" id="acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b8"> <div class="card-header" id="heading-86581686-8a71-4b91-b68e-f79b66fb90b3"> <a href="#" class="card-link collapsed" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#collapse-86581686-8a71-4b91-b68e-f79b66fb90b3" aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="collapse-86581686-8a71-4b91-b68e-f79b66fb90b3"> Where can I get the training? </a> </div> <div id="collapse-86581686-8a71-4b91-b68e-f79b66fb90b3" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="heading-86581686-8a71-4b91-b68e-f79b66fb90b3" data-parent="#acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b8"> <div class="card-body"> <p>As organisations will nominate who they wish to have certified, they will also be in position to give direction on the availability of training in respect of the particular level and category of vehicle.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card" id="acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b9"> <div class="card-header" id="heading-e3aa1946-d029-40e9-bb97-e23605f1c8f3"> <a href="#" class="card-link collapsed" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#collapse-e3aa1946-d029-40e9-bb97-e23605f1c8f3" aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="collapse-e3aa1946-d029-40e9-bb97-e23605f1c8f3"> How long does certification last? </a> </div> <div id="collapse-e3aa1946-d029-40e9-bb97-e23605f1c8f3" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="heading-e3aa1946-d029-40e9-bb97-e23605f1c8f3" data-parent="#acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b9"> <div class="card-body"> <p>Driver certification will last five years. Driver recertification will be required in order to maintain ESDS certification within five years of the issue date of previous certification in that ESDS level and category.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card" id="acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b10"> <div class="card-header" id="heading-34112d80-3e56-46ec-858c-88c955877a72"> <a href="#" class="card-link collapsed" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#collapse-34112d80-3e56-46ec-858c-88c955877a72" aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="collapse-34112d80-3e56-46ec-858c-88c955877a72"> If I move from one organisation to another does my ESDS certification move with me? </a> </div> <div id="collapse-34112d80-3e56-46ec-858c-88c955877a72" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="heading-34112d80-3e56-46ec-858c-88c955877a72" data-parent="#acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b10"> <div class="card-body"> <p>All ESDS certification will be RSA-approved and be transferrable between emergency services. This interoperability should not stop an organisation from determining if refresher or additional training is required in the case of a member who has been trained or assessed by another organisation.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card" id="acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b11"> <div class="card-header" id="heading-8c24cc79-3367-49ad-8ecb-1596a17e39c5"> <a href="#" class="card-link collapsed" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#collapse-8c24cc79-3367-49ad-8ecb-1596a17e39c5" aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="collapse-8c24cc79-3367-49ad-8ecb-1596a17e39c5"> Do I need to renew my certification? </a> </div> <div id="collapse-8c24cc79-3367-49ad-8ecb-1596a17e39c5" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="heading-8c24cc79-3367-49ad-8ecb-1596a17e39c5" data-parent="#acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b11"> <div class="card-body"> <p>Driver recertification will be required in order to maintain ESDS certification within five years of the issue date of previous certification in that ESDS level and category.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card" id="acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b12"> <div class="card-header" id="heading-02953f3e-9a36-4037-918d-c6745009d886"> <a href="#" class="card-link collapsed" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#collapse-02953f3e-9a36-4037-918d-c6745009d886" aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="collapse-02953f3e-9a36-4037-918d-c6745009d886"> Who will bear the cost of certification? </a> </div> <div id="collapse-02953f3e-9a36-4037-918d-c6745009d886" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="heading-02953f3e-9a36-4037-918d-c6745009d886" data-parent="#acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b12"> <div class="card-body"> <p>In the initial roll out of ESDS each ESDS member organisation will nominate who they wish to have certified. The cost of certification will be administered through the nominating organisation. </p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card" id="acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b13"> <div class="card-header" id="heading-1e30271b-6224-4a43-9cd8-53c6d01460ff"> <a href="#" class="card-link collapsed" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#collapse-1e30271b-6224-4a43-9cd8-53c6d01460ff" aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="collapse-1e30271b-6224-4a43-9cd8-53c6d01460ff"> What happens when I pass? </a> </div> <div id="collapse-1e30271b-6224-4a43-9cd8-53c6d01460ff" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="heading-1e30271b-6224-4a43-9cd8-53c6d01460ff" data-parent="#acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b13"> <div class="card-body"> <p>After you have successfully completed the relevant theory test and the relevant practical assessment, our ESDS unit will issue a certificate through your nominating organisation.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card" id="acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b14"> <div class="card-header" id="heading-96c5370b-6ede-4242-a3bb-8e3ed830c8f5"> <a href="#" class="card-link collapsed" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#collapse-96c5370b-6ede-4242-a3bb-8e3ed830c8f5" aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="collapse-96c5370b-6ede-4242-a3bb-8e3ed830c8f5"> What if I do not pass? </a> </div> <div id="collapse-96c5370b-6ede-4242-a3bb-8e3ed830c8f5" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="heading-96c5370b-6ede-4242-a3bb-8e3ed830c8f5" data-parent="#acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b14"> <div class="card-body"> <p>If you have not been successful in either the theory test or the practical assessment (or both) your ESDS organisation may reapply on your behalf.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card" id="acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b15"> <div class="card-header" id="heading-e317190b-90f0-4440-bd0d-159bf2d60f6f"> <a href="#" class="card-link collapsed" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#collapse-e317190b-90f0-4440-bd0d-159bf2d60f6f" aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="collapse-e317190b-90f0-4440-bd0d-159bf2d60f6f"> I drive for an organisation not included in ESDS – will other organisations be included in future? </a> </div> <div id="collapse-e317190b-90f0-4440-bd0d-159bf2d60f6f" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="heading-e317190b-90f0-4440-bd0d-159bf2d60f6f" data-parent="#acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b15"> <div class="card-body"> <p>To apply to become a certified ESDS driver you must be nominated by an Emergency Services Organisation that have a current Memorandum of Understanding signed with the Road Safety Authority.</p><p>Organisations may apply to the RSA to be included in ESDS by emailing <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection" class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="5d382e392e1d2f2e3c733438">[email protected]</a> </p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card" id="acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b16"> <div class="card-header" id="heading-d7b9d87d-6888-47aa-bf09-c9a6f3d40b04"> <a href="#" class="card-link collapsed" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#collapse-d7b9d87d-6888-47aa-bf09-c9a6f3d40b04" aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="collapse-d7b9d87d-6888-47aa-bf09-c9a6f3d40b04"> What are my options if my emergency service is not involved with ESDS – can I do it anyway? </a> </div> <div id="collapse-d7b9d87d-6888-47aa-bf09-c9a6f3d40b04" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="heading-d7b9d87d-6888-47aa-bf09-c9a6f3d40b04" data-parent="#acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b16"> <div class="card-body"> <p><span style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; text-transform: inherit; white-space: inherit; word-spacing: normal">If you are not a member of an organisation that have a current Memorandum of Understanding signed with the RSA you may not apply for ESDS certification. </span></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card" id="acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b17"> <div class="card-header" id="heading-0081af7e-f1ac-44c0-a726-1c520cac0845"> <a href="#" class="card-link collapsed" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#collapse-0081af7e-f1ac-44c0-a726-1c520cac0845" aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="collapse-0081af7e-f1ac-44c0-a726-1c520cac0845"> My organisation does not have an ESDS assessor – who will carry out my practical driving assessment? </a> </div> <div id="collapse-0081af7e-f1ac-44c0-a726-1c520cac0845" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="heading-0081af7e-f1ac-44c0-a726-1c520cac0845" data-parent="#acc-4d30a1c5-9d7e-4038-a997-ed481f269b5b17"> <div class="card-body"> Our ESDS unit in consultation with your own organisation schedule your relevant assessment. 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