Question 1573 · Truck theory test
What is the correct procedure where somebody has been injured in a collision?
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Correct answer
Do not move the person unless there is a risk of fire or of the vehicle turning over.
Official explanation
Never move an injured person at the scene of a collision unless there is a risk of fire or further injury. Moving an injured person could make their injuries worse. Call the emergency services (on 999 or 112) or make sure that someone else has called them.
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- Managing risk · Incidents and Collisions
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