DVSA Accidents and Emergencies 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What does the acronym DR ABC stand for in first aid?
- Drive Responsibly, Always Be Careful
- Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Circulation (Correct answer)
- Don't Rush, Act Before Calling
- Drive Right And Be Cautious
Correct answer: Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Circulation
DR ABC is the primary survey in first aid: check for Danger, check Response, open the Airway, check Breathing, and check Circulation. This sequence helps assess casualties systematically.
Question 2: What telephone numbers can you use to call emergency services in the UK?
- 999 only
- 112 only
- Both 999 and 112 (Correct answer)
- 111 and 999
Correct answer: Both 999 and 112
In the UK, you can call 999 or 112 for emergency services. 112 is the European emergency number and works from any phone, including mobiles, even without a SIM card.
Question 3: At the scene of an accident, what is the first thing you should do?
- Move casualties out of the vehicles immediately
- Ensure the scene is safe and warn other traffic (Correct answer)
- Call your insurance company
- Take photographs for evidence
Correct answer: Ensure the scene is safe and warn other traffic
The first priority is safety. Make sure the scene is safe for you and others. Switch off engines, warn approaching traffic using hazard lights or a warning triangle, and then assess casualties.
Question 4: When should you NOT move an injured person at the scene of an accident?
- When it is raining
- When they are in further danger such as fire
- Unless there is an immediate risk to life, you should not move them (Correct answer)
- When the ambulance is on its way
Correct answer: Unless there is an immediate risk to life, you should not move them
You should not move a casualty unless they are in immediate danger (e.g., from fire or explosion). Moving them could worsen spinal or other injuries. Keep them still and warm until paramedics arrive.
Question 5: Where should you place a warning triangle on a single carriageway?
- Directly behind the vehicle
- At least 45 metres behind the vehicle on the same side of the road (Correct answer)
- 100 metres ahead of the vehicle
- On the opposite side of the road
Correct answer: At least 45 metres behind the vehicle on the same side of the road
Place a warning triangle at least 45 metres behind the vehicle on the same side of the road, so approaching traffic has time to see it and slow down.
Question 6: What should you do if you witness an accident on a motorway?
- Stop on the carriageway to help
- Use your mobile phone while driving to call 999
- Pull over safely, use the nearest emergency telephone or call 999 with location details (Correct answer)
- Continue driving — someone else will report it
Correct answer: Pull over safely, use the nearest emergency telephone or call 999 with location details
Stop safely if possible, use a motorway emergency telephone (which automatically gives your location) or call 999 with details of the carriageway, direction, and nearest marker post.
DVSA Accidents and Emergencies 1
What does the acronym DR ABC stand for in first aid?