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Topic: Road accidents and first aid · Nº 207 / 626

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¿Es obligatorio prestar auxilio a las víctimas de un accidente?

Is it compulsory to help the victims of an accident?

  • ASí, pero sólo para los conductores implicados.Yes, but only for the drivers involved.
  • BSí, excepto cuando la ayuda ya esté organizada.Yes, except when help is already organised.
  • CNo, porque el auxilio corresponde a los servicios sanitarios.No, because helping is the job of the health services.
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Correct answer

  • BSí, excepto cuando la ayuda ya esté organizada.Yes, except when help is already organised.
Explanation

Anyone who witnesses, comes across or is involved in an accident must help when necessary, as long as there is no risk to themselves or others. If help is already organised when you arrive, you do not have to stop. In this case it is important to continue without slowing down to look. Many accidents cause traffic jams and dangerous situations because of what is known as the 'rubbernecking' effect.

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