At The Scene of an Accident

Accident Scenes:

If you arrive at a accident scene you should…

Make sure all engines are switched off.

Call the 999.

Don’t put yourself at risk.

Switch on your hazard warning lights.

It is your priority to get people who are not injured away from the scene (this is commonly tested).

If you are in a collision that causes damage or injury to any other person, vehicle, animal or property then you must stop and give the following details to anyone who has reasonable grounds for requiring them.

Your name
The vehicle owner’s name and address
The vehicle’s make and registration
Insurance details
If you cause damage to property and the property owner is not available then you must inform the police within 24 hours (also a common theory test question).

If you are involved in a road accident the police may ask to see your driving licence, insurance certificate, MOT certificate.