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You witness an accident while driving a Spanish-registered car. Under the PAS rule, what should you do first when intervening?

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Protect yourself, the scene and the casualties without exposing yourself to traffic.

First, protect: check that you can intervene without endangering yourself and protect the casualties and scene without creating new risks. If your car becomes immobilised, signal it using a certified connected V16 and the appropriate lights. Do not get out to place triangles or enter the traffic lanes. If you cannot safely leave the vehicle, remain inside with your seat belt fastened. Then alert 112 and provide help within your competence and according to the instructions received. The expanded PEAS sequence adds a quick assessment before alerting; both begin with protection.

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  • Immediately provide first aid without checking that the scene is safe.

  • Alert emergency services before taking any self-protection measures.

  • Protect yourself, the scene and the casualties without exposing yourself to traffic.

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