Every journey carries the risk of an accident on the road due to several factors. Therefore, knowinghow to prevent and deal with accidents in various situations is essential.
What to do if your car breaks down
1) If you must exit the car, follow these steps:
- Pull over to the left
- Turn on the hazard lights
- Place a reflective triangle or traffic cones*
- Wear a reflective jacket
- Stand in front of the car
2) If you can wait inside the car, follow these steps:
- Pull over to the left
- Turn on the hazard lights
- Place a reflective triangle or traffic cones
- Fasten the seat belt
- Call for help
Note
***When parking on the roadside, be cautious and avoid parking in risky spots, such as on bridges, curves, or narrow roads.
***The placement of reflective triangles and traffic cones should vary depending on the road’s speed. For instance,
- at 40 km/h, they should be no less than 40 meters away from the front and rear of the car,
- at 60 km/h, no less than 60 meters,
- at 80 km/h, no less than 80 meters,
- and for speeds over 100 km/h, no less than 100 meters.
What to do if your car is involved in a high fall accident
- If you witness someone injured in a high fall or being thrown from a car, do not shake or move the injured person under any circumstances as it may cause further harm.
- Call for help or notify the accident center
- Transport them to the nearest prepared medical facility
What to do if your car falls into water
- Keep calm and look for the quickest way out of the car
- Unfasten the seat belt
- Keep calm and seek an escape through the windows. Do not wait for the car to sink; try to open the window and get out immediately
ITEMS you must have in your car
Equipment you should have in your car include:
- At least 2 traffic cones
- Reflective triangle sign
- Reflective jacket
