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Keep Safety First

Keep Safety First


Following an accident, it is important to ensure that your vehicle is in a safe location, ideally off of the road and out of the way of traffic. Failure to move your car out of the way of oncoming traffic can result in further damage and injury. If the vehicle cannot be moved, passengers should remain inside, wearing their seatbelts until help arrives, unless there is some immediate danger, such as fire or excessive smoke. Hazard lights should be turned on, and, if possible, cones, warning triangles, or flares should be set up.    It is also important to check the physical condition of all passengers before worrying about damages to the vehicle itself. Getting medical attention for those who need it is of paramount importance. Do not move individuals who are unconscious or are complaining of neck or back pains; this should be done only be trained medical personnel. In the case that danger is imminent, such as a serious gasoline leak or flames, exercise the utmost care in moving those with neck or back injuries. Movement should be steady and slow; the neck should be stabilized and back supported at all times. Keep the movement as minimal as possible.
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