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Topic: Road accidents and first aid · Nº 410 / 626

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Si en un accidente no hay agentes regulando la circulación, ¿qué debe hacer?

If there are no officers directing traffic at an accident, what must you do?

  • AMover los vehículos siempre, aunque haya heridos graves.Always move the vehicles, even if there are seriously injured people.
  • BProteger la zona, avisar a los servicios de emergencia y socorrer si es necesario.Protect the area, alert the emergency services and help if necessary.
  • CContinuar la marcha sin detenerse.Continue on your way without stopping.
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Correct answer

  • BProteger la zona, avisar a los servicios de emergencia y socorrer si es necesario.Protect the area, alert the emergency services and help if necessary.
Explanation

At an accident with no officers present, apply the PAS rule: protect the area by marking it, call 112 and help the injured if necessary. Do not move the vehicles or seriously injured people unless there is imminent danger, and you may not drive on without stopping.

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