Incidents, emergency response and first aid basics
This section covers scene safety, emergency calls and basic first aid at a collision. The exam tests whether you protect the scene, call the right service and avoid making injuries worse.
Core rules
Stop, switch off engines if safe, and warn traffic. Use hazard lights and a warning triangle where it can be placed safely; on a fast road, do not stand in a live lane. Call the Royal Oman Police on 9999 and give location, number of casualties, vehicle types and hazards. Do not move an injured person unless there is immediate danger such as fire or a fuel spill. Check responsiveness and breathing; control severe bleeding with direct pressure; keep the casualty warm. Do not give food or drink. If trained, start CPR for an unresponsive casualty who is not breathing normally.
Worked example
A truck collides with a car and the car driver is unconscious but breathing. The truck is on a blind bend and fuel is leaking. The safest action is to switch off engines, warn traffic, call 9999, and move the casualty only because of the fuel-fire risk. Otherwise, support the head, keep the airway open and wait for emergency services.
Traps
Standing behind the vehicle without warning traffic; moving a casualty “to make them comfortable”; giving water; and leaving the scene before details are exchanged.