Road Accidents: 6 Important Protocols To Follow For Safety
By Dhwani Jerajani +2
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Last updated: Jun 23, 2023Click to rate this article!
There is one death every four minutes due to road accidents in India. At least sixteen children die on roads each day due to drunk driving and road accidents. The survivors, victims and the lucky rest all have one thing in common- lack of awareness about what to do while encountering a road accident. When you are living in a country which has such a high scale of road accidents every day, it is better to be precautious than sorry. Here is a set of guidelines that need to be followed if you are in or spot road accidents:
Before assessing property, prioritize on how the individuals involved are doing. As soon as there is a road accident and it involves you, do not leave the scene or move without careful assessment of what happened. The shock may be overwhelming but it is important to think with a clear mind, especially if the other person has sustained major injuries or is dead. There could be legal attributes attached to such road accidents and every move will be noted and counted during such times.Call the ambulance/ Police
After careful assessment and observation of the road accident, call an ambulance in the case of injuries being severe and requires immediate medical help. You should also call the police if there is significant property damage and physical injury. A police report should be filed in such situations and obtain the name and badge number of the officer in charge. 
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If it is safe to do so, move your vehicle to the side of the road away from the traffic. If your vehicle is heavily damaged by the road accident and cannot be driven, turn on your hazard lights or make sure a barrier is put around your vehicle by the officer to indicate damage and seclusion. If you have access to a camera or a smartphone, take pictures of the scene of a road accident; preferably before the vehicles are moved.
Road accidents have a lot of legal liabilities. Hence, it is important to give and take down information. Get the names, numbers, addresses, driver’s license numbers, license plate numbers and basic insurance information from the drivers involved. For the passengers, obtain their names, numbers and addresses. Be patient and cooperative and never show guilt involuntarily or unnecessarily, it can cost heavy for you, especially when innocent.
Be truthful and state facts about the road accident to your insurance company. Show them a copy of the police complaint and where the faults are. If the insurance company finds some fault, then you are in for some serious trouble.
It is important to stay calm in case of road accidents. Rash decisions and impulsive moves can go against you. Do not argue or justify yourself to anyone, wait for the police to arrive and tell your story. Do not voluntarily take responsibility for the accident, wait for the legal procedures to assess and inform about the scene.These protocols should be followed for any kind of road accident. Be road safe. Be aware. Be a better citizen!Disclaimer: The information provided here is for educational/awareness purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment by a healthcare professional and should not be relied upon to diagnose or treat any medical condition. The reader should consult a registered medical practitioner to determine the appropriateness of the information and before consuming any medication. PharmEasy does not provide any guarantee or warranty (express or implied) regarding the accuracy, adequacy, completeness, legality, reliability or usefulness of the information; and disclaims any liability arising thereof.Links and product recommendations in the information provided here are advertisements of third-party products available on the website. PharmEasy does not make any representation on the accuracy or suitability of such products/services. Advertisements do not influence the editorial decisions or content. The information in this blog is subject to change without notice. The authors and administrators reserve the right to modify, add, or remove content without notification. It is your responsibility to review this disclaimer regularly for any changes.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Nikita Toshi 
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