What to Do On the Scene of a Crash
Car crashes happen every day, but you never anticipate them. Know what you should do when you are involved in an accident and how to handle the situation best.
Being involved in a car crash can be stressful and shocking. So the first thing you should do is stay calm and keep a clear head. This will help you to follow the steps you should go through, and make sure that the whole event goes as planned, including insurance claims.
Here is a short checklist of what you should do on the scene of a crash:
- Check if anyone is injured
- Phone the police and emergency services
- Get the details of the other drivers
- Give your details to the other drivers
- Inform your insurance company
- Get details of the accident
Other things to remember is to stay on the scene and not leave until authorities tell you to, or if you are injured and taken to the hospital. You should also report the accident to the police and your insurer within a certain time period, usually 24 hours.
Remember to always provide your insurance details to the other driver. This is essential as you'll need each other's details for claims that may follow. This is a legal requirement, so make sure that you get everything you need, if you are able to.
If there are any obstructions in the road, notify the authorities immediately. This can be a hazard to other people so it should be attended to as soon as possible.