If you are involved in a crash or are providing assistance, which actions should you take?

• A. Use hazard lights, call emergency services, ensure engines are off, move uninjured people to safety, remain at the scene
• B. Leave the scene immediately
• C. Turn off hazard lights
• D. Ignore injured people

Answer: (A)

The priority is to keep people safe and get help quickly. Start by warning other road users with your hazard lights so the scene is clearly visible. Then call emergency services so anyone injured can get medical help as soon as possible. If the engine is still running and it’s safe to do so, switch it off to reduce the risk of fire or fuel leaks. If there are uninjured people and it’s safe, move them to a safer place away from traffic. Stay at the scene to provide assistance and information to responders and don’t leave until it’s appropriate or directed. Leaving the scene or ignoring injured people puts lives at risk and isn’t lawful or wise.