Revision question · Incidents, accidents and emergencies

At an incident, it's important to look after any casualties. What should you do with them when the area is safe?

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Move them away from the vehicles

Ask them how it happened

Give them something to eat

Keep them where they are

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Keep them where they areThis was the right answer

When the area is safe and there's no danger from other traffic or fire, it's better not to move casualties. Moving them may cause further injury.

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Protect people at an incidentReviewed guidance summary · The scene is safe in several prompts: seek help rather than moving a casualty or removing a helmet routinely.

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