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Should you routinely remove an injured motorcyclist’s helmet when helping them?

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No, as a general rule; follow 112 and prioritise life-saving actions.

Do not remove it routinely or cause unnecessary neck movement. Call 112 and follow its instructions. This precaution must not prevent life-saving action: maintaining the airway and performing CPR when needed take priority. If the casualty is unresponsive and not breathing normally, seek urgent help and begin CPR guided by 112; do not wait passively for assistance.

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  • Yes, being conscious alone makes removal compulsory.

  • Yes, always before assessing the casualty.

  • No, as a general rule; follow 112 and prioritise life-saving actions.

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