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Emergency Procedures for Drivers in the UK 2025

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In the UK, call 999 or 112 for emergencies. At accidents: stop, switch off engines, call emergency services, don't move injured unless danger, exchange details. Warning triangle recommended but not required.

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Emergency procedures in the UK

Emergency numbers

ServiceNumber
Emergency999
EU Emergency112
Non-emergency police101
NHS advice111
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DR ABC at accidents

  • Danger - Check for danger
  • Response - Check victim response
  • Airway - Clear airway
  • Breathing - Check breathing
  • Circulation - Check pulse/bleeding

What to report

  • Your name and address
  • Vehicle registration
  • Accident location and time
  • Injuries and damage
  • Other parties' details

Motorway emergencies

  • Use emergency refuges or hard shoulder
  • Stand behind barrier
  • Use marker posts to locate position

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