Revision question · Incidents, accidents and emergencies

A collision has just happened. An injured person is lying in a busy road. What’s the first thing you should do?

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Treat the person for shock

Warn other traffic

Place them in the recovery position

Make sure the injured person is kept warm

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Warn other trafficThis was the right answer

The most immediate danger is further collisions and fire. You could warn other traffic by switching on hazard warning lights, displaying an advance warning triangle or sign (but not on a motorway), or by any other means that doesn’t put you or others at risk.

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Protect people at an incidentReviewed guidance summary · The questions distinguish warning approaching traffic and confirming an ambulance call from treating or moving casualties too soon.

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