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Q1. You see a car on the hard shoulder of a motorway with a HELP pennant displayed. This means the driver is most likely to be

A) First aid trained
C) A rescue patrol person
B) A disabled person
D) A foreign visitor

B

Explanation:
A disabled driver is advised to stay in their car and switch on the hazard warning lights in the unlikely event of an accident. In addition to this they may display a 'Help' pennant.


Q2. For which TWO should you use hazard warning lights?

A) When you slow down quickly on a motorway
because of a hazard ahead
C) When you have broken down
B) When you wish to stop on double yellow line
D) When you need to park on the pavement

Answer: A and C

Explanation:
Hazard warning are a basic fitting yo most cars and some motorcycles. They are used to warn other road users of hazards.



Q3. On the motorway, the hard shoulder should be used

A) To answer a mobile phone
C) For a short rest when tired
B) To check a road atlas
D) When an emergency arises

Answer: D

Explanation:
Using an emergency telephone to alert the emergency services will allow them to know you exact location, however you should never cross the carriage way to use one.


Q4. When are you allowed to use hazard warning lights?

A) When parked for shopping on double yellow lines
C) When stopped and temporarily obstructing traffic
B) When travelling slowly because you are lost
D) When travelling during darkness without headlights

Answer: C

Explanation:
Hazard warning lights are mainly used when stationary, and should only be used when moving if you are suddenly slowing down on a motorway. They can not be used to excuse illegal parking.


Q5. You arrive at the scene of a crash. Someone is bleeding badly from an arm wound. There is nothing embedded in it. What should you do?

A) Apply pressure over the wound and keep the arm down
C) Get them a drink
B) Apply pressure over the wound and raise the arm
D) Dab the wound

Answer: B

Explanation:
Lay the injured person down and check for anything that may be in the wound. Raise the arm above the level of the heart and apply pressure to the wound with a clean material been cautious of anything that may be inside the wound.


Q6. You are going through a congested tunnel and have to stop. What should you do?

A) Pull up very close to the vehicle in front to save space
C) Ignore any message signs as they are never up to date
B) Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front
D) Make a U-turn and find another route

Answer: B

Explanation:
Keeping a safe distance from the vehicle in front is important. This is the same in a congested tunnel in case of hazards in the way, such as a broken down vehicle.


Q7 You are at an incident where a casualty is unconscious. Their breathing should be checked. This should be done for at least?

A) 10 seconds
C) 1 minute
B) 2 seconds
D) 2 minutes

Answer: A

Explanation:
To check if a person is breathing listen and feel for breath by placing your cheek over their nose and mouth, whilst looking at their chest for movement. This should be done for a minimum of 10 seconds.


Q8. An injured motorcyclist is lying unconscious in the road. You should always

A) remove the safety helmet
C) move the person off the road
B) seek medical assistance
D) remove the leather jacket

Answer: B


Q9. A casualty is not breathing normally. Chest compressions should be given. At what rate?

A) 50 per minute
C) 200 perminutes
B) 100 per minute
D) 250 perminutes

Answer: B


Q10. Following a collision someone has suffered a burn. The burn needs to be cooled. What is the shortest time it should be cooled for?

A) 5 minutes
C) 15 minutes
B) 10 minutes
D) 20 minutes

Answer: B


Q11. After a collision someone has suffered a burn. The burn needs to be cooled. What is the shortest time it should be cooled for?

A) 30 seconds
C) 5 minutes
B) 60 seconds
D) 10 minutes

Answer: D


Q12. A person has been injured. They may be suffering from shock. What are the warning signs to look for?

A) Flushed complexion
C) Slow pulse
B) Warm dry skin
D) Pale grey skin

Answer: D


Q13. You suspect that an injured person may be suffering from shock. What are the warning signs to look for?

A) Warm dry skin
C) Slow pulse
B) Sweating
D) Skin rash

Answer: B


Q14. You are on a motorway. A large box falls onto the road from a lorry. The lorry does not stop. You should

A) Stop close to the box until the police arrive
C) Go to the next emergency telephone and report the hazard
B) Catch up with the lorry and try to get the driver's attention
D) Pull over to the hard shoulder, then remove the box

Answer: C


Q15. You are going through a long tunnel. What will warn you of congestion or an incident ahead?

A) Hazard warning lines
C) Variable message signs
B) Other drivers flashing their lights
D) Areas marked with hatch markings

Answer: C


Q16. An injured person has been placed in the recovery position. They are unconscious but breathing normally. What else should be done?

A) Check the airway is clear
C) Give them a hot sweet drink
B) Place their arms by their side
D) Press firmly between the shoulders

Answer: A


Q17. An adult casualty is not breathing. To maintain circulation, compressions should be given. What is the correct depth to press?

A) 1 to 2 centimetres
C) 10 to 15 centimetres
B) 4 to 5 centimetres
D) 15 to 20 centimetres

Answer: B



Q18. You are the first to arrive at the scene of a crash. Which TWO of these should you do?

A) Leave as soon as another motorist arrives
C) Make sure engines are switched off
B) Drag all casualties away from the vehicles
D) Call the emergency services promptly

Answer: C and D



Q19. At the scene of a traffic incident you should

A) Go to those casualties who are screaming
C) pull everybody out of their vehicles
B) Not put yourself at risk
D) leave vehicle engines switched on

Answer: B


Q20. You are the first person to arrive at an incident where people are badly injured. Which THREE should you do?

A) Switch on your own hazard warning lights
D) Move the people who are injured clear of their vehicles
B) Make sure that someone telephones for an ambulance
E) Get people who are not injured clear of the scene
C) Try and get people who are injured to drink something

Answer: A, B and E


Q21. You arrive at the scene of a motorcycle crash. The rider is injured. When should the helmet be removed?

A) Only when it is essential
C) Only when the motorcyclist asks
B) Always straight away
D) Always, unless they are in shock

Answer: A


Q22. You arrive at a serious motorcycle crash. The motorcyclist is unconscious and bleeding. Your THREE main priorities should be to

A) try to stop the bleeding
D) check their breathing
B) make a list of witnesses
F) sweep up any loose debris
C) take the numbers of other vehicles
G) check their airways

Answer: A ,D and F


Q23. You arrive at an incident. A motorcyclist is unconscious. Your FIRST priority is the casualty's

A) breathing
C) broken bones
B) bleeding
D) bruising

Answer: A


Q24. At an incident a casualty is unconscious. Which THREE of these should you check urgently?

A) Circulation
C) Shock
B) Airway
D) Breathing
E) Broken bones
 

Answer: A,B and D


Q25. You arrive at the scene of an incident. It has just happened and someone is unconscious. Which THREE of these should be given urgent priority to help them?

A) Clear the airway and keep it open
D) Look for any witnesses
B) Try to get them to drink water
E) Stop any heavy bleeding
C) Check that they are breathing
F) Take the numbers of vehicles involved

Answer: A, C and E


Q26. At an incident someone is unconscious. Your THREE main priorities should be to

A) sweep up the broken glass
D) check the airway is clear
B) take the names of witnesses
E) make sure they are breathing
C) count the number of vehicles involved
F) stop any heavy bleeding

Answer: D, E and F


Q27. You have stopped at an incident to give help. Which THREE things should you do?

A) Give injured people a warm drink
D) Keep injured people warm and comfortable
B) Keep injured people calm by talking to them reassuringly
E) Make sure that injured people are not left alone
C) Keep injured people on the move by walking them around

Answer: B and D, E


Q28. You arrive at an incident. It has just happened and someone is injured. Which THREE should be given urgent priority?

A) Stop any severe bleeding
D) Take numbers of vehicles involved
B) Give them a warm drink
E) Look for witnesses
C) Check they are breathing
F) Clear their airway and keep it open

Answer: A, C and F


Q29. Which of the following should you NOT do at the scene of a collision?

A) Warn other traffic by switching on your hazard warning lights
C) Offer someone a cigarette to calm them down
B) Call the emergency services immediately
D) Ask drivers to switch off their engines

Answer: C


Q30. There has been a collision. A driver is suffering from shock. What TWO of these should you do?

A) Give them a drink
D) Offer them a cigarette
B) Reassure them
E) Ask who caused the incident
C) Not leave them alone
 

Answer: B and C


Q31. You have to treat someone for shock at the scene of an incident. You should

A) reassure them constantly
C) give them something cold to drink
B) walk them around to calm them down
D) cool them down as soon as possible

Answer: A


Q32. You arrive at the scene of a motorcycle crash. No other vehicle is involved. The rider is unconscious and lying in the middle of the road. The FIRST thing you should do is

A) move the rider out of the road
C) clear the road of debris
B) warn other traffic
D) give the rider reassurance

Answer: B


Q33. At an incident a small child is not breathing. To restore normal breathing you should breathe into their mouth

A) sharply
C) heavily
B) rapidly
D) gently

Answer: D


Q34. At an incident a casualty is not breathing. To start the process to restore normal breathing you should

A) tilt their head forward
D) tilt their head back gently
B) clear the airway
E) pinch the nostrils together
C) turn them on their side
F) put their arms across their chest

Answer: B, D and E


Q35. You arrive at an incident. There has been an engine fire and someone's hands and arms have been burnt. You should NOT

A) douse the burn thoroughly with clean cool non-toxic liquid
C) remove anything sticking to the burn
B) lay the casualty down on the ground
D) reassure them confidently and repeatedly

Answer: C


Q36. You arrive at an incident where someone is suffering from severe burns. You should

A) apply lotions to the injury
C) remove anything stuck to the burns
B) burst any blisters
D) douse the burns with clean cool non-toxic liquid

Answer: D


Q37. You arrive at an incident. A pedestrian has a severe bleeding leg wound. It is not broken and there is nothing in the wound. What TWO of these should you do?

A) Dab the wound to stop bleeding
D) Raise the leg to lessen bleeding
B) Keep both legs flat on the ground
E) Fetch them a warm drink
C) Apply firm pressure to the wound
 

Answer: C and D


Q38. At an incident a casualty is unconscious but still breathing. You should only move them if

A) an ambulance is on its way
C) there is further danger
B) bystanders advise you to
D) bystanders will help you to

Answer: C


Q39. At a collision you suspect a casualty has back injuries. The area is safe. You should

A) not move them
C) raise their legs
B) offer them a drink
D) not call an ambulance

Answer: A


Q40. At an incident it is important to look after any casualties. When the area is safe, you should

A) get them out of the vehicle
C) give them something to eat
B) give them a drink
D) keep them in the vehicle

Answer: D

 


Q42. You are involved in a collision. Because of this which THREE of these documents may the police ask you to produce?

A) Driving licence
D) Insurance certificate
B) Vehicle registration document
E) MOT test certificate
C) Theory test certificate
F) Vehicle service record

Answer: A, D and E


Q43. After a collision someone is unconscious in their vehicle. When should you call the emergency services?

A) Only as a last resort
C) After you have woken them up
B) As soon as possible
D) After checking for broken bones

Answer: B


Q44. A casualty has an injured arm. They can move it freely but it is bleeding. Why should you get them to keep it in a raised position?

A) Because it will ease the pain
C) To stop them touching other people
B) It will help them to be seen more easily
D) It will help to reduce the blood flow

Answer: D


Q45. You are going through a tunnel. What systems are provided to warn of any incidents, collisions or congestion?

A) Double white centre lines
C) Chevron 'distance markers'
B) Variable message signs
D) Rumble strips

Answer: B


Q46. A collision has just happened. An injured person is lying in a busy road. What is the FIRST thing you should do to help?

A) Treat the person for shock
C) Place them in the recovery position
B) Warn other traffic
D) Make sure the injured person is kept warm

Answer: B


Q47. At an incident a casualty has stopped breathing. You should

A) remove anything that is blocking the mouth
D) try to give the casualty something to drink
B) keep the head tilted forwards as far as possible
E) tilt the head back gently to clear the airway
C) raise the legs to help with circulation
 

Answer: A and E


Q48. You are at the scene of an incident. Someone is suffering from shock. You should

A) reassure them constantly
D) avoid moving them if possible
B) offer them a cigarette
E) avoid leaving them alone
C) keep them warm
F) give them a warm drink

Answer: A, C, D and E


Q49. There has been a collision. A motorcyclist is lying injured and unconscious. Unless it's essential, why should you usually NOT attempt to remove their helmet?

A) This could result in more serious injury
C) They will get too cold if you do this
B) Because they may not want you to
D) Because you could scratch the helmet

Answer: A


Q50. You have broken down on a two-way road. You have a warning triangle. You should place the warning triangle at least how far from your vehicle?

A) 5 metres (16 feet)
C) 45 metres (147 feet)
B) 25 metres (82 feet)
D) 100 metres (328 feet)

Answer: C


Q51. You break down on a level crossing. The lights have not yet begun to flash. Which THREE things should you do?

A) Telephone the signal operator
D) Move the vehicle if a signal operator tells you to
B) Leave your vehicle and get everyone clear
E) Tell drivers behind what has happened
C) Walk down the track and signal the next train

Answer: A,B and D


Q52. Your tyre bursts while you are driving. Which TWO things should you do?

A) Pull on the handbrake
D) Continue on at a normal speed
B) Brake as quickly as possible
E) Hold the steering wheel firmly to keep control
C) Pull up slowly at the side of the road
 

Answer: C and E

Explanation:
A tyre bursting can lead to a loss of control, especially if you're travelling at high speed. Using the correct procedure should help you to stop the vehicle safely.


Q53. Which TWO things should you do when a front tyre bursts?

A) Apply the handbrake to stop the vehicle
D) Hold the steering wheel lightly
B) Brake firmly and quickly
E) Grip the steering wheel firmly
C) Let the vehicle roll to a stop
 

Answer: C and E

Explanation:
Try not to react by applying the brakes harshly. This could lead to further loss of steering control. Indicate your intention to pull up at the side of the road and roll to a stop.


Q54. Your vehicle has a puncture on a motorway. What should you do?

A) Drive slowly to the next service area to get assistance
C) Pull up on the hard shoulder. Use the emergency phone to get assistance
B) Pull up on the hard shoulder. Change the wheel as quickly as possible
D) Continue on at a normal speed

Answer: C

Explanation:
Pull up on the hard shoulder and make your way to the nearest emergency telephone to call for assistance. Do not attempt to repair your vehicle while it is on the hard shoulder because of the risk posed by traffic passing at high speeds.


Q55. You have stalled in the middle of a level crossing and cannot restart the engine. The warning bell starts to ring. You should

A) get out and clear of the crossing
C) carry on trying to restart the engine
B) run down the track to warn the signal operator
D) push the vehicle clear of the crossing

Answer: A

Explanation:
Try to stay calm, especially if you have passengers on board. If you can't restart your engine before the warning bells ring, leave the vehicle and get yourself and any passengers well clear of the crossing.


Q56. You are on a motorway. When can you use hazard warning lights?

A) When a vehicle is following too closely
D) When driving on the hard shoulder
B) When you slow down quickly because of danger ahead
E) When you have broken down on the hard shoulder
C) When you are towing another vehicle
 

Answer: B and E

Explanation:
Hazard warning lights will warn the traffic travelling behind you that there is a hazard ahead.


Q57. You have broken down on a motorway. When you use the emergency telephone you will be asked

A) for the number on the telephone that you are using
D) for details of yourself and your vehicle
B) for your driving licence details
E) whether you belong to a motoring organisation
C) for the name of your vehicle insurance company
 

Answer: A,D and E

Explanation:
Have these details ready before you use the emergency telephone and be sure to give the correct information. For your own safety always face the traffic when you speak on a roadside telephone.


Q58. Before driving through a tunnel what should you do?

A) Switch your radio off
C) Close your sunroof
B) Remove any sunglasses
D) Switch on windscreen wipers

Answer: B

Explanation:
If you are wearing sunglasses you should remove them before driving into a tunnel. If you don't, your vision will be restricted, even in tunnels that appear to be well-lit.


Q59. You are driving through a tunnel and the traffic is flowing normally. What should you do?

A) Use parking lights
C) Use dipped headlights
B) Use front spot lights
D) Use rear fog lights

Answer: C

Explanation:
Before entering a tunnel you should switch on your dipped headlights, as this will allow you to see and be seen. In many tunnels it is a legal requirement. Don't wear sunglasses while driving in a tunnel. You may wish to tune your radio into a local channel.


Q60. You are driving through a tunnel. Your vehicle breaks down. What should you do?

A) Switch on hazard warning lights
C) Wait for the police to find you
B) Remain in your vehicle
D) Rely on CCTV cameras seeing you

Answer: A

Explanation:
If your vehicle breaks down in a tunnel it could present a danger to other traffic. First switch on your hazard warning lights and then call for help from an emergency telephone point. Don't rely on being found by the police or being seen by a CCTV camera. The longer the vehicle stays in an exposed position, the more danger it poses to other drivers.


Q61. When driving through a tunnel you should

A) Look out for variable message signs
C) Switch on your rear fog lights
B) Use your air conditioning system
D) Always use your windscreen wipers

Answer: A

Explanation:
A minor incident in a tunnel can quickly turn into a major disaster. Variable message signs are provided to warn of any incidents or congestion. Follow their advice.


Q62. What TWO safeguards could you take against fire risk to your vehicle?

A) Keep water levels above maximum
D) Use unleaded petrol
B) Carry a fire extinguisher
E) Check out any strong smell of petrol
C) Avoid driving with a full tank of petrol
F) Use low octane fuel

Answer: B and E

Explanation:
The fuel in your vehicle can be a dangerous fire hazard. Never use a naked flame near the vehicle if you can smell fuel or smoke when refuelling your vehicle.


Q63. You are on the motorway. Luggage falls from your vehicle. What should you do?

A) Stop at the next emergency telephone and contact the police
C) Walk back up the motorway to pick it up
B) Stop on the motorway and put on hazard lights while you pick it up
D) Pull up on the hard shoulder and wave traffic down

Answer: A

Explanation:
If any object falls onto the motorway carriageway from your vehicle pull over onto the hard shoulder near an emergency telephone and phone for assistance. You will be connected to the police or a Highways Agency control centre. Don't stop on the carriageway or attempt to retrieve anything.


Q64. While driving, a warning light on your vehicle's instrument panel comes on. You should

A) continue if the engine sounds all right
C) deal with the problem when there is more time
B) hope that it is just a temporary electrical fault
D) check out the problem quickly and safely

Answer: D

Explanation:
Make sure you know what the different warning lights mean. An illuminated warning light could mean that your car is unsafe to drive. Don't take risks. If you aren't sure about the problem get a qualified mechanic to check it.


Q65. You have broken down on a two-way road. You have a warning triangle. It should be displayed

A) on the roof of your vehicle
C) at least 45 metres (147 feet) behind your vehicle
B) at least 150 metres (492 feet) behind your vehicle
D) just behind your vehicle

Answer: C

Explanation:
If you need to display a warning triangle make sure that it can be clearly seen by other road users. Place it on the same side of the road as the broken down vehicle and away from any obstruction that would make it hard to see.


Q66. Your engine catches fire. What should you do first?

A) Lift the bonnet and disconnect the battery
C) Call a breakdown service
B) Lift the bonnet and warn other traffic
D) Call the fire brigade

Answer: D

Explanation:
If you suspect a fire in the engine compartment you should pull up as safely and as quickly as possible. DO NOT open the bonnet as this will fuel the fire further. Get any passengers out of the vehicle and dial 999 immediately to contact the fire brigade.


Q67. Your vehicle breaks down in a tunnel. What should you do?

A) Stay in your vehicle and wait for the police
C) Stand in front of your vehicle to warn oncoming drivers
B) Stand in the lane behind your vehicle to warn others
D) Switch on hazard lights then go and call for help immediately

Answer: D

Explanation:
A broken-down vehicle in a tunnel can cause serious congestion and danger to other road users. If your vehicle breaks down, get help without delay. Switch on your hazard warning lights, then go to an emergency telephone point to call for help.


Q68. Your vehicle catches fire while driving through a tunnel. It is still driveable. What should you do?

A) Leave it where it is with the engine running
C) Park it away from the carriageway
B) Pull up, then walk to an emergency telephone point
D) Drive it out of the tunnel if you can do so

Answer: D

Explanation:
If it's possible, and you can do so without causing further danger, it may be safer to drive a vehicle which is on fire out of a tunnel. The greatest danger in a tunnel fire is smoke and suffocation.


Q69. You are driving through a tunnel. Your vehicle catches fire. What should you do?

A) Continue through the tunnel if you can
C) Reverse out of the tunnel
B) Turn your vehicle around immediately
D) Carry out an emergency stop

Answer: A

Explanation:
The main dangers in a tunnel fire are suffocation and smoke. If you can do so safely it's better to drive a burning vehicle out of a tunnel. If you can't do this, pull over, switch off the engine, use hazard warning lights and phone immediately for help. It may be possible to put out a small fire but if it seems large do NOT tackle it!


Q70. You are in a tunnel. Your vehicle is on fire and you CANNOT drive it. What should you do?

A) Stay in the vehicle and close the windows
D) Try and put out the fire
B) Switch on hazard warning lights
E) Switch off all of your lights
C) Leave the engine running
F) Wait for other people to phone for help

Answer: B and D

Explanation:
The main dangers in a tunnel fire are suffocation and smoke. If you can do so safely it's better to drive a burning vehicle out of a tunnel. If you can't do this, pull over, switch off the engine, use hazard warning lights and phone immediately for help. It may be possible to put out a small fire but if it seems large do NOT tackle it!


Q71. When approaching a tunnel it is good advice to

A) put on your sunglasses and use the sun visor
C) change down to a lower gear
B) check your tyre pressures
D) make sure your radio is tuned to the frequency shown

Answer: D

Explanation:
On the approach to tunnels a sign will usually show a local radio channel. It should give a warning of any incidents or congestion in the tunnel ahead. Many radios can be set to automatically pick up traffic announcements and local frequencies. If you have to tune


Q72. Your vehicle has broken down on an automatic railway level crossing. What should you do FIRST?

A) Get everyone out of the vehicle and clear of the crossing
C) Walk along the track to give warning to any approaching trains
B) Telephone your vehicle recovery service to move it
D) Try to push the vehicle clear of the crossing as soon as possible

Answer: A

Explanation:
Firstly get yourself and anyone else well away from the crossing. If there's a railway phone use that to get instructions from the signal operator. Then if there's time move the vehicle clear of the crossing.


Q73. Which THREE of these items should you carry for use in the event of a collision?

A) Road map
D) Fire extinguisher
B) Can of petrol
E) First aid kit
C) Jump leads
F) Warning triangle

Answer: D,E and F

Explanation:
Used correctly, these items can provide invaluable help in the event of a collision or breakdown. They could even save a life.


Q74. You have a collision whilst your car is moving. What is the FIRST thing you must do?

A) Stop only if someone waves at you
C) Stop at the scene of the incident
B) Call the emergency services
D) Call your insurance company

Answer: C

Explanation:
If you are in a collision that causes damage or injury to any other person, vehicle, animal or property, by law you MUST STOP. Give your name, the vehicle owner's name and address, and the vehicle's registration number to anyone who has reasonable grounds for requiring them.


Q75. You are in collision with another moving vehicle. Someone is injured and your vehicle is damaged. Which FOUR of the following should you find out?

A) Whether the driver owns the other vehicle involved
D) The occupation of the other driver
B) The other driver's name, address and telephone number
E) The details of the other driver's vehicle insurance
C) The make and registration number of the other vehicle
F) Whether the other driver is licensed to drive

Answer: A,B,C and E

Explanation:
Try to keep calm and don't rush. Ensure that you have all the details before you leave the scene. If possible take pictures and note the positions of all the vehicles involved.


Q76. You lose control of your car and damage a garden wall. No one is around. What must you do?

A) Report the incident to the police within 24 hours
C) Report the incident to your insurance company when you get home
B) Go back to tell the house owner the next day
D) Find someone in the area to tell them about it immediately

Answer: A

Explanation:
If the property owner is not available at the time, you MUST inform the police of the incident. This should be done as soon as possible, and within 24 hours.


Q77. You are in a collision on a two-way road. You have a warning triangle with you. At what distance before the obstruction should you place the warning triangle?

A) 25 metres (82 feet)
C) 100 metres (328 feet)
B) 45 metres (147 feet)
D) 150 metres (492 feet)

Answer: B

Explanation:
This is the minimum distance to place the triangle from the obstruction. If there's a bend or hump in the road place it so that approaching traffic has plenty of time to react to the warning and slow down. You may also need to use your hazard warning lights, especially in poor visibility or at night.


Q78. You have a collision while driving through a tunnel. You are not injured but your vehicle cannot be driven. What should you do FIRST?

A) Rely on other drivers phoning for the police
C) Take the names of witnesses and other drivers
B) Switch off the engine and switch on hazard lights
D) Sweep up any debris that is in the road

Answer: B

Explanation:
If you are involved in a collision in a tunnel be aware of the danger this can cause to other traffic. The greatest danger is fire. Put on your hazard warning lights straight away and switch off your engine. Then call for help from an emergency telephone point.


Q79. You are driving through a tunnel. There has been a collision and the car in front is on fire and blocking the road. What should you do?

A) Overtake and continue as quickly as you can
C) Switch on hazard warning lights
B) Lock all the doors and windows
D) Stop, then reverse out of the tunnel

Answer: C

Explanation:
If the vehicle in front is on fire, you should pull over to the side and stop. Switch on your warning lights and switch off your engine. If you can locate a fire extinguisher use it to put out the fire, taking great care. Do NOT open the bonnet. Always call for help from the nearest emergency point and if possible give first aid to anyone who is injured.

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